2012
Hurry to beat the train fare price hike
There's only a tiny window to beat the annual train and tube price fare hikes which could save you hundreds of pounds
31 December 2012
Halifax & Lloyds customers can't get cash on New Year's Eve
Reports from angry customers of debit cards being rejected and online banking down, on biggest party night of the year
31 December 2012
Financial advice shake-up: what will you pay?
A landmark shake-up takes effect today which will lead to most having to pay an upfront fee for investment advice
31 December 2012
Tesco offers lowest loan rate on record
The supermarket giant slashes its interest rate to just 5.2% APR, following on from new deals from its rivals
28 December 2012
Christmas presents arrived late? Know your refund rights
While you won't be able to make up for the disappointment, you may be able to get your money back or get compensation
27 December 2012
Beware financial adviser 'Ferrari' salesmen: Guest comment
A shake-up in financial advice begins next week aimed at protecting consumers but some advisers question if it'll work
27 December 2012
Hundreds of thousands in line for ATM refunds
Hundreds of thousands of consumers are in line for a refund of cash left at RBS and HSBC ATMs
24 December 2012
Drivers paid more for fuel in 2012
Petrol prices have dipped of late but drivers have still paid more to fill up during this year than last, says the AA
21 December 2012
Northern Rock falsely told borrowers they had legal protection
Customers who borrowed more than £25,000 were told their agreements were backed by law, when they weren't
21 December 2012
Insurance costs up for some as gender ruling takes effect
Insurers are now banned from using a customer's gender to decide the cost of their premiums
21 December 2012
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Energy regulator orders suppliers to improve customer service after finding major failings
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All energy suppliers were found to have weaknesses when it comes to customer service and complaints, according to regulator Ofgem’s latest report on energy providers’ performance. E.on was the worst offender, and the regulator has ordered it to make immediate improvements or face further action. -
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Pregnant or have a child under four? Check if you can get £17+ a month to help with food costs as over 200,000 are missing out
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If you're pregnant or have a child under the age of four, and you're on a low income, you may be eligible for a Healthy Start prepaid card offering at least £4.25 a week to spend on healthy food, milk and vitamins. -
Bank of England increases base rate to 4% – what the rise means for your mortgage and savings
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The Bank of England has increased the base rate from 3.5% to 4%. This rate is used by the central bank to charge other banks and lenders when they borrow money – and so it influences what borrowers pay and what savers earn. -
Water bills to rise by £31/year in England and Wales – but there are still ways you can cut costs
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The average annual water bill in England and Wales is set to rise by around £31 a year (7.5%) from April, industry body Water UK has announced today.
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Martin Lewis: Is it time to ban unnecessary Christmas presents?
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Update September 2017: It’s eight years since I first braved this subject, expecting a snowstorm of protest. Instead, year after year more join in, like Julia who recently tweeted me, “@MartinSLewis, finally took your advice and told my family I can’t afford Christmas presents. What a weight off my mind. Thank you.” One year even the Archbishop of... -
Martin Lewis: The one thing everyone aged over 66 needs to know
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It is a national tragedy that getting on for a million pensioners, many of whom have been paying into the system for years, are missing out on a critical boost to their income. It's called pension credit, and this year it also means you get an extra £650 to help with energy bills.
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