Taxman set to get new powers over bank details

Taxman being given new powers to seize bank customers’ financial details without their consent By Helen Cahill, Financial Mail On Sunday Published: 21:50 BST, 19 September 2020 | Updated: 21:50 BST, 19 September 2020 The taxman is being given new powers to seize bank customers’ financial details without their consent.  New laws will allow the … Read more

Classic 1977 Norton Commando still in its original shipping crate to be auctioned

When owners say their second-hand vehicles are ‘as good as new’, the reality is usually far from it. But this classic motorcycle being sold at auction in November definitely lives up to the claim, with it still being packed inside its original delivery crate.  The Norton Commando is already a highly-collectible vintage motorbike, but this … Read more

Classic 1977 Norton Commando still in its original shipping crate to be auctioned

When owners say their second-hand vehicles are ‘as good as new’, the reality is usually far from it. But this classic motorcycle being sold at auction in November definitely lives up to the claim, with it still being packed inside its original delivery crate.  The Norton Commando is already a highly-collectible vintage motorbike, but this … Read more

Mortgage holidays are ending soon but banks will still offer support to the most vulnerable

Mortgage lenders will continue to offer mortgage payment holidays to some financially vulnerable customers after the government scheme ends, the City watchdog has confirmed. While the scheme officially ends at the end of next month, the Financial Conduct Authority said that banks and building societies can continue to offer payment holidays for borrowers who need … Read more

China has stronghold on the lithium-ion battery supply chain as EV demand soars

China has a stronghold on the lithium-ion battery supply chain, according to a new market report.  Along with 72GWh of electricity storage demand, China also retains an estimated 80 per cent of the world’s raw material refining, 77 per cent of cell capacity and 60 per cent of component manufacturing. The study claimed the US … Read more