Gavin Shepherd

Editorial Assistant

Gavin joined MSE as an editorial assistant in July 2022. Having previously worked as cabin crew and as a warden at Windsor Castle, he's relishing the opportunity to work a job which allows him to sit down.

Outside of work, Gavin enjoys going to the gym and reading (though not simultaneously). He's also recently purchased a pair of pannier bags for his bike and is looking forward to going on some little adventures out and about. His record distance cycled from his hometown of Slough is 40 miles over to Didcot, although it should be noted that he did come home on the train!

Latest from Gavin Shepherd

0% balance transfer & purchase cards

Most credit cards offer either a good deal on 0% balance transfers OR purchases, but some do both with only one credit check - see Money Saving Expert.

7 March 2023

Stocks & shares ISAs

Platform charges for stocks & shares ISAs can vary from very cheap to very expensive, MoneySavingExpert's guide tells you where to get the best and cheapest platforms.

7 March 2023

How to cancel your car insurance

Just because your car insurance isn’t up for renewal yet, doesn’t mean you can’t cancel if you need to. This MoneySavingExpert guide explains when and how to cancel your car insurance policy.

6 March 2023

Find and reclaim a lost Child Trust Fund

Anybody born between Sep 2002 and Jan 2011 could have a hidden savings pot of up to £2,000. This guide from MoneySavingExpert explains how to check, find and track down old Child Trust Funds.

6 March 2023

Robo-investment cashback deals

Interested in robo-fund investing? They’re much simpler than normal investing - and we often have cashback deals blagged for MoneySavingExpert users

28 February 2023

Open Banking explained

MoneySavingExpert explains the new rules introduced through Open Banking about sharing your financial info with providers and what it means for your money.

28 February 2023

Top cards for under-18s

Best prepaid cards and bank accounts for teenagers, MoneySavingExpert reveals the pros and cons of each and why having a card would be useful for your kids.

22 February 2023

Chase to make big changes to its bank account in April – does it still stack up?

Chase has announced updates which will impact its current account for both new and existing customers. Here's what it means for both new and existing customers.

17 February 2023

Getting your first credit card

Looking to get a credit card but never had one before? This MoneySavingExpert guide will show you where to start.

13 February 2023

Learner Drivers' Insurance

Learner driver with a provisional licence? You'll need car insurance if you're practicing on the roads. This Money Saving Expert has full help and information.

6 February 2023

How to manage very large savings

If you've £100,000s in cash savings, this guide from MoneySavingExpert runs through top tips to keep it safe, maximise your returns and manage it easily – including how to find financial advice.

30 December 2022

Bank of England increases base rate to 3.5% – what the rise means for your mortgage and savings

The Bank of England has increased the base rate from 3% to 3.5%. This rate is used by the central bank to charge other banks and lenders when they borrow money – and so it influences what borrowers pay and what savers earn.

20 December 2022

How to start saving

Should you save in a cash ISA, a regular saver, or just a normal savings account? This Money Saving Expert guide tells you where to start with savings.

10 October 2022

Chip to charge for autosaving in October - but free alternatives are available

Savings app Chip will start charging customers with its standard free account for certain features, including its popular 'auto-saving' function, from 12 October 2022. Below we explain what's happening and the alternative accounts to consider.

5 September 2022

Tesco Bank savers could miss out on rate rises unless they take action – here's what to do

Tesco Bank has upped the interest rate on its easy-access cash ISA, but existing customers can only benefit by opening a new account and transferring over their savings.

22 August 2022

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