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BBA Welcomes Statutory Banking Code

Thu, 04 Dec 2008 16:41:41 GMT

The bank rules are now legally binding, following an announcement from Gordon Brown.

Using Credit Cards for Online Purchases 'Offers Benefits'

Thu, 04 Dec 2008 16:32:02 GMT

There are a number of benefits to using credit cards when making online purchases, according to Egg.

Legal Fallout Could Follow Launch of Site that Lets Users Buy and Sell 'Second Hand' MP3s

Thu, 04 Dec 2008 16:27:13 GMT

A new website is promising to create a legal online marketplace for digital music.

'Increased Interest' in Unemployment Cover

Thu, 04 Dec 2008 14:57:51 GMT

Asda Life has revealed that there has been more interest in its unemployment cover products recently.

Insurer Highlights Plight of 'Frantic FREDs'

Thu, 04 Dec 2008 14:11:01 GMT

People are still not saving enough for their retirement, Liverpool Victoria says.

Landline Telephones 'Most Popular for Christmas Messages'

Thu, 04 Dec 2008 13:45:06 GMT

A new survey has revealed that landline telephones will be the preferred way for families to get in touch this Christmas.

Bank of England Interest rates cut by 1%

Thu, 04 Dec 2008 12:08:50 GMT

The Bank of England has announced that interest rates are to be cut by one percent, leaving them at two percent.

Beer at '15p a Pint' as Alcohol Duty Rises

Thu, 04 Dec 2008 12:02:30 GMT

DIY drinkers are saving pounds on pints by brewing their own beer and wine at home.

Repossessions 'could hit 75,000 in 2009'

Thu, 04 Dec 2008 11:39:45 GMT

Next year could see as many as 75,000 home repossessions, according to a report.

House Prices Fall Again

Thu, 04 Dec 2008 10:41:16 GMT

The latest figures from the Halifax have revealed that house prices fell again in November.

Bank Admits to Pension Plan Advice Mistakes

Thu, 04 Dec 2008 10:31:31 GMT

HSBC has now apologised, after wrongly informing a businessman that two of his bonds had matured.

Government Announces 'Mortgage Holiday' Plans

Thu, 04 Dec 2008 09:47:39 GMT

Gordon Brown is planning to launch the new rescue package next month.

Anti-HBOS/Lloyds Merger Group Given Boost

Thu, 04 Dec 2008 09:44:57 GMT

The MAG, consisting of aggrieved HBOS shareholders, has successfully fast-tracked its case.

Volatile Market Conditions 'Will Continue'

Wed, 03 Dec 2008 16:31:44 GMT

Big daily rises and falls on exchanges are expected to continue until next June.

Pension Act 'Impacts on Income Protection'

Wed, 03 Dec 2008 16:28:32 GMT

An insurance provider has warned that the new Pensions Act may impact income protection policies.

Homeowners Urged to Give Houses 'Winter Health Check'

Wed, 03 Dec 2008 14:21:26 GMT

Homeowners have been urged to check their homes over before the winter sets in.

Mandelson Rules Out Adopting Euro

Wed, 03 Dec 2008 13:45:03 GMT

The business secretary denied that the government was planning to switch from the pound.

Mortgage Availability 'To Worsen in 2009'

Wed, 03 Dec 2008 13:42:34 GMT

The director general of the Council of Mortgage Lenders has warned that mortgage availability will be worse next year without government help.

Tiscali Broadband Complaints Upheld

Wed, 03 Dec 2008 13:36:52 GMT

Broadband provider Tiscali has had a number of complaints about its adverts upheld by the Advertising Standards Authority.

Cost Cutting Britons 'Getting Creative this Christmas"

Wed, 03 Dec 2008 10:37:39 GMT

Hand-made cards and gifts are becoming more popular among those looking to cut back on Christmas spending.

Government's Repossessions Plan Criticised

Wed, 03 Dec 2008 10:34:01 GMT

The Liberal Democrat's Treasury spokesman has criticised the government's response to the mortgage lending crisis.

Bank of England Rate-Setting Meeting Begins

Wed, 03 Dec 2008 09:37:49 GMT

December's interest rate decision is set to be announced tomorrow, with the MPC meeting today.

Britain's Drivers 'Safer'

Wed, 03 Dec 2008 09:23:16 GMT

Fewer fatal crashes and stronger public support for road law enforcement are both found in the UK, a car insurance firm said today.

Student Threatened with Debt Collectors Over Phone Bill for Calls Made by Thief

Tue, 02 Dec 2008 17:10:17 GMT

A medical student is being chased for payment by phone company 3 after a thief stole his mobile and racked up £1,500 worth of calls.

Premium Bond Prizes 'Hit by Rate Cuts'

Tue, 02 Dec 2008 15:15:08 GMT

The prize pot has diminished recently, in line with the Bank of England's lending rate.