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Skipton Group appoints group chief internal auditor
At Skipton Group, Dale will lead the internal audit function, providing independent assurance across its businesses.
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Skipton Group supports record number of first-time buyers in 2025 results
The Group, which includes Skipton Building Society and Connells, said 50% of new mortgage lending went to first-time buyers.
Residential Mortgages
98% of adults living with parents unable to afford first home – Skipton Group
In London, the East of England and the South West, fewer than 1.5% could afford to buy.
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Skipton Group donates £25,000 to Myanmar earthquake appeal
Skipton's donation of £25,000 comes from the 1% of pre-tax profits the Skipton Group donates to charity each year.
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Skipton calls for Lifetime ISA reforms to tackle affordability challenges
Charlotte Harrison, CEO of home financing at Skipton Group, has urged the Government to reform the Lifetime ISA, raising the house price limit to £500,000 and lowering withdrawal penalties, highlighting the product's growing importance for first-time buyers.
Residential Mortgages
Skipton Group reports record lending, boosts first-time buyer support
The group achieved record levels of support for FTBs, making up 44% of its new lending.
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Stamp Duty changes to increase costs for first-time buyers – Skipton Group
Further insights revealed that almost 90% of potential FTBs across Great Britain can't afford a first home based on their finances.
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Skipton Group appoints new CEO of Money
Jasvinder Gakhal will replace Andrew Bottomley, who is set to retire after his final Annual General Meeting in April.
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Skipton Group calls on Government to support landlords in Autumn Budget
The group has urged the Government to provide practical help for landlords to help reach new EPC targets.
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Skipton calls for urgent action as research shows scale of affordability challenge
For first-time buyer households earning £22,850 or less per year, fewer than one in 100 could afford to take the first step onto the property ladder in their local area.
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Skipton Group reports 12% growth in mortgage market share
The group saw 40% increase in number of first-time buyers throughout the year.