In the wake of January’s end, many are enjoying a fresh start to the month with their newly replenished wallets. As February unfolds, various financial adjustments are on the horizon, such as an increase in alcohol prices and a reduction in savings rates for Nationwide customers. Notably, self-assessment taxpayers who missed the January 31 deadline are now subject to immediate £100 penalties.
The upcoming month will witness the customary announcements regarding inflation and interest rates, with the first Bank of England meeting of the year scheduled for February 5 to determine the future of interest rates currently standing at 3.75%. Meanwhile, Nationwide is set to lower rates on 36 savings accounts beginning February 10 in response to the Bank of England’s base rate adjustment.
Starting February 14, Sky Mobile users can expect a price hike of £1.50 per month, translating to an annual increase of £18 for most subscribers. Furthermore, the latest inflation data from the Office for National Statistics is slated for release on February 18, with the current inflation rate hovering at 3.4%, exceeding the Bank of England’s target of 2%.
Customers facing delays or failed installations of smart meters may seek compensation of £40 starting February 23, under specific circumstances. This includes instances where appointment delays exceed six weeks, installation appointments fail due to supplier-related faults, or when a reported issue lacks a resolution plan within five working days.
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