MoneySavingExpert News 2012 Bank staff still under sales pressure, despite mis-selling scandalsBanks are still pressurising staff into pushing products which may be unsuitable, despite major mis-selling scandals, Which? claimed today.7 December 2012 Rail users told full extent of train fare hikesCommuters have today been told of the full scale of train price rises that come into effect next month.6 December 2012 Consumer spending down over early Christmas periodChristmas shoppers are spending less this year as consumers are tightening their belts, research shows.6 December 2012 Halifax: House prices 'to remain flat next year'House prices are likely to remain flat throughout next year as first-time buyers continue to struggle to get on the property ladder, says Halifax. 6 December 2012 £10 for dodgy call victims, as Npower fined £60,000Consumers who received recorded phone messages from Npower could get compensation after the regulator found the energy giant guilty of breaching rules. 6 December 2012 Autumn Statement: Petrol duty rise scrappedMotorists will get some respite from rising fuel prices, after the Chancellor cancelled January's fuel duty increase.5 December 2012 Autumn Statement: Pensions tax relief limit to dropChancellor George Osborne has cut the maximum amount you can save in a pension to get the full tax relief.5 December 2012 Autumn Statement: Tax boost for lower income earnersLow and middle income earners under 65 could pay less in tax from next April, Chancellor George Osborne said today.5 December 2012 Autumn Statement: Cash Isa limit to rise to £5,760Savers can put a little more money into cash Isas from next April, Chancellor George Osborne said today. 5 December 2012 Autumn Statement: Benefits to rise by just 1%Chancellor George Osborne has announced a blow for benefits recipients, with many handouts rising by less than the rate of inflation. 5 December 2012 First456 Suggest a story Got a money-related news story that affects you? Email us