MoneySavingExpert News December Savings protection rockets to £85,000Savers' protection against a bank or building society going bust jumps to £85,000 under new rules that apply from today.31 December 2010 House prices edged up in 2010House prices edged higher in 2010 but are still expected to drop in the first half of next year, mortgage lender Nationwide said today.31 December 2010 Amex hits thousands with £36 fee or rate hikesAmerican Express will hit tens of thousands of cardholders with a £36 annual fee or interest rate hikes in the new year.30 December 2010 Plan for charity giving at ATMs and tillsShoppers could make donations to charity every time they pay for items by bank card or use a cashpoint under Government plans unveiled today to boost giving to good causes.29 December 2010 Tuition fees furore: what exactly are the plans?Students may be enjoying a festive break from studies but the row over tuition fees still rages on.28 December 2010 Minister answers concerns on lone parent benefitsLone parents have seen big changes to their benefits this year and more is still to come.27 December 2010 Airlines 'failing' stranded passengersThe aviation regulator says many airlines are flouting rules compelling them to offer food and accommodation to travellers stranded by the Big Freeze.24 December 2010 Home owners told to prepare for 5% base rateHome owners should prepare for a series of interest rate rises to around 5%, a Bank of England official warned today.23 December 2010 Bargain hunting? Wait for the Golden WeekThe high street is already teeming with sales but the real bargains won't kick in until Boxing Day. 23 December 2010 Santander faces £2m compensation bill for statement leaksTens of thousands of Santander customers whose bank statements were sent to the wrong address will be entitled to up to £100 in compensation each.23 December 2010 1234 Suggest a story Got a money-related news story that affects you? Email us