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September 2016

Scottish Power will allow its existing customers to buy gas and electricity by the day when its new ‘Power Up’ dual fuel tariff is rolled out next month.
19 September 2016
A household enquiry form is being sent to every home in the UK, but don't ignore it – or else you could face a fine of up to £1,000.
16 September 2016
If you're an MBNA credit card holder who's currently paying monthly interest on your debt, you could end up paying more from next month due to a change in the payment terms of the card.
16 September 2016
Apple aficionados who pre-ordered a new iPhone 7 for today's launch from EE, O2, Three and Vodafone have been left fuming after being told they'll have to wait to get their hands on it - in some cases, for at least six weeks . However, you may be able to cancel your order and claim a refund if it's late.
16 September 2016
Students at several major UK universities have been targeted by 'phishing' emails which claim to offer them a Government bursary - and some have lost £100s as a result. As students get ready for the new academic year, here's what to watch out for.
16 September 2016
10,000s of holidaymakers hit by the collapse of the online travel agent Lowcostholidays have registered as creditors, according to the administrators - but they're unlikely to get money back unless they try a different route such as Section 75 or chargeback. The good news is administrators say the latter method has proved successful for "a significant number".
16 September 2016
At least seven mortgage lenders have yet to cut their standard variable rates (SVRs) following last month's base rate cut, as the Bank of England is due to meet again today to set interest rates.
15 September 2016
The Bank of England today kept the base rate at 0.25% – resisting temptation to make further changes to the rate a month after it fell to a historic low.
15 September 2016
First-time buyers will be able to get a Government bonus towards a first home in time to bolster their deposit when they exchange contracts under the new Lifetime ISA (LISA) scheme, which begins next year.
15 September 2016
Forced installations of prepay energy meters for those in debt with their supplier could be banned for the most vulnerable customers, Ofgem has proposed.
14 September 2016

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