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2014

Beware 'hidden APRs' of up to 48% on mobile contracts this Christmas

MoneySavingExpert.com is today calling for new rules to force mobile phone providers to display clear APRs on smartphone

15 December 2014

Water bills to fall by average of 5% over next five years

Water regulator Ofwat's today told suppliers to cut water bills by an average of 5% between 2015 and 2020

12 December 2014

FCA launches consultation on improving complaints procedures

The Financial Conduct Authority has announced a series of proposals to improve financial services complaints handling

12 December 2014

Ofgem fines power firms over missed energy efficiency targets

SSE, Scottish Power and energy generator GDF SUEZ/IPM are to pay penalties totalling £4.6 million to charity

12 December 2014

Beware texting sad or smiley faces - you could pay £100s

Samsung mobile users who put a smiley in a message could see their text converted into a pricey picture message

12 December 2014

Government unveils Pensioner Bond rates – and they're market-leading

Pensioner Bonds will pay market-leading rates of 2.8% on a one-year bond and 4% on a three-year bond from January 2015

12 December 2014

EE to axe 'Orange Wednesdays' from February

EE is scrapping it's 'Orange Wednesday' 2for1 cinema ticket deal from 25 February 2015 and replacing it with a new offer

11 December 2014

Annuity sales practices failing pensioners, says FCA

Annuity providers aren't doing enough to encourage customers to check if they can get a better deal elsewhere

11 December 2014

Solid wall insulation portion of Green Deal funding runs out in just over a day

The Green Deal Home Improvement Fund for solid wall insulation has closed today after the £24 million put aside ran out

11 December 2014

Northern Rock told to refund 40,000 over incorrect loan documents

More than 40,000 Northern Rock borrowers are set to receive compensation following a High Court ruling today

10 December 2014

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Martin Lewis: A year of being debt free is far more important than a Christmas splurge

26 November 2021

Martin Lewis has warned households against splurging this Christmas, while also highlighting the importance of being honest about their finances in a bid to remain debt-free over the festive period and beyond. Read below and watch the clip from The Martin Lewis Money Show Christmas Special for more.
British Airways passenger wins battle for cash refund after successfully taking the airline to court for flights cancelled due to Covid

26 November 2021

A MoneySaver has successfully taken British Airways to the small claims court and been awarded £300 after disputing the airline's decision to issue vouchers instead of a cash refund for flights cancelled due to the pandemic.
Coronavirus Travel Rights

26 November 2021

The coronavirus outbreak is causing major travel disruption around the globe.. We've the full info on what's happened, including changes to testing and quarantining. Plus, this guide also has key info on travel insurance, refund rights and more.
Orbit Energy and Entice Energy cease trading – here's what it means for your gas and electricity

25 November 2021

If you're affected, your supply will continue and credit balances are protected. While it's likely you'll pay more now, there are no savings to be had by switching.
Motorbike insurer MCE falls into administration - what it means for its 105,000 policyholders

25 November 2021

MCE Insurance Company, one of the UK's biggest motorbike insurers, has fallen into administration. The collapse affects around 105,000 policyholders but MSE can confirm that customers will continue to be covered until the end of their policy and claims will still be paid.