UK building societies have insisted they are still a safe haven for savers, despite a raft of major mutuals having their financial strength called into question this week.
The Liberal Democrats have thrown their weight behind MoneySavingExpert.com’s campaign to force banks and building societies to publish savings rates on customer statements
Halifax has relaunched its cashback credit card, which pays users up to 1% of the amount they spend on it. For every £100 you rack-up on groceries or fuel, you’ll earn £1 (or 50p if you spend on anything else), up to a maximum of £150/year.
Consumers have been urged to use the free Financial Ombudsman Service if they have been fobbed off when complaining to their bank or other financial institution.