Currency

Britain's iconic £1 coin is to be phased out after more than three decades in circulation by a larger 12-sided replacement, which launches tomorrow (Tuesday 28 March). Here's what you need to know.

If you're planning a trip to India before the end of the year make sure to pack any 500 or 1,000 rupee notes that you've been keeping hold of – because the notes will become worthless unless you exchange them in the country before 30 December.

The value of the pound reached 31-year lows last night, after a 'flash crash' meant it was at one point worth just $1.18. It's since recovered slightly, but many due to go on holiday will now be wondering about their purchasing power abroad.

The plastic fiver enters circulation today with the Bank of England promising the new note will be a stronger and more secure upgrade on its paper predecessor.

The Bank of England cut the base rate - which underpins savings and many borrowing rates - from 0.5% to 0.25% last week, after seven years of no change. It also hinted the rate may fall again this year and cut its growth forecast for the UK economy.

The Bank of England has cut the base rate for the first time in more than seven years, reducing it from 0.5% to a new historic low of 0.25%.

The great summer getaway is underway, but many leave it till August, especially later in the month, when it's cheaper. Whether staying in the UK or heading overseas, we've a series of savvy tricks to bag you a suitcase-load of savings if you're about to head off. All aboard...

Some holidaymakers who've taken the new Supercard with them to spend overseas have found their personal identification numbers (PINs) don't work and their cards have been cancelled without warning, with replacements sent to their home address.

Holidaymakers who rent a car overseas from at least four major firms risk losing a chunk of their deposit simply because of shifting exchange rates, MoneySavingExpert.com can reveal.