MoneySavingExpert News Bank of England Pension income could fall due to quantitative easingPensioners could soon get a reduced income when buying a retirement cash stream, experts warn.7 October 2011 Bank of England holds base rate and pumps £75bn more into economyThe Bank of England today announced it is holding the base rate at its 0.5% historic low for the 31st consecutive month.6 October 2011 Bank lending increases - but for how long?Banks made more credit available to households and small businesses this summer but have warned the eurozone crisis may hit future lending.29 September 2011 Base rate held at 0.5% againThe Bank of England today announced it is holding the base rate at its 0.5% historic low for the 30th consecutive month.8 September 2011 Rail fares to rise 8% as inflation figures announcedHard-hit rail commuters face more misery today as inflation figures reveal rail fares will increase by an average of 8% in the new year.16 August 2011 Base rate held at record 0.5% low againThe Bank of England today announced it is holding the base rate at its 0.5% historic low for the 29th consecutive month.4 August 2011 Interest rates held at record lowThe Bank of England kept interest rates at their record low today despite rising inflation squeezing households' spending power.7 July 2011 Mortgage lenders fail to pass on base rate cutsMortgage-holders with variable rate loans could face financial difficulty as lenders effectively hike costs, according to new research from consumer group Which? 23 June 2011 Base rate held at 0.5% againThe Bank of England today announced it is holding the base rate at its 0.5% historic low for the 27th consecutive month.9 June 2011 Small loan rates at 11-year peakThe rates charged on small loans have reached their highest level for more than a decade despite interest rates being at a record low, figures show. 24 May 2011 First121314 Suggest a story Got a money-related news story that affects you? Email us