MoneySavingExpert News Banking Icesave compensation and Isa deadlines loomSavers who had money in collapsed Icelandic bank Icesave have just over two weeks to claim compensation or risk losing their money for good.30 September 2009 EU says UK banks confuse customersEurope's banks have been condemned for bamboozling customers with hidden charges, complex price structures and shoddy advice.23 September 2009 Bank of Cyprus boosts savings protectionSavers with money held in the Bank of Cyprus now have their first €100,000 protected, compared to €20,000 previously. 22 September 2009 Premium bond interest rate boosted to 1.5% Premium bond holders will soon see their chances of winning increase, as the prize fund 'interest rate' will rise from 1% to 1.5% on 1 Oct.21 September 2009 Worst banks for complaint rejections named and shamedThe shocking scale of consumer mistreatment is uncovered today as the lid is lifted on banks and other financial firms that brush off genuine complaints in the hope they will vanish. 15 September 2009 Proof banks reject valid complaints: Editorial comment We now have conclusive evidence banks and other financial firms reject complaints even when they know consumers are in the right.15 September 2009 Inflation falls to lowest level since November 2004Inflation slid to its lowest level in almost five years during August, official figures showed today.15 September 2009 Regular savers can now earn 5.5%Savers who can make regular monthly deposits can earn an unbeatable 5.5% from Buckinghamshire Building Society, fixed for a year.14 September 2009 Bank of England holds base rate at 0.5%The Bank of England today announced it is holding the Base Rate at 0.5% for the sixth consecutive month.10 September 2009 Lib Dems demand free calls to customer service linesThe Liberal Democrats are campaigning for a shake-up of customer service standards in Britain, including free calls to helplines.9 September 2009 First138139140 Suggest a story Got a money-related news story that affects you? Email us