News & Views

Energy bills to hit £1,000 a year

Update: Fri, 18/07/2008 - 12:04

Households should invest in warm clothing as energy bills look set to rise by 60%, British Gas has warned. Read more

Is the end nigh for +7% saving rates?

Update: Fri, 18/07/2008 - 11:38

The days of saving accounts with interest rates of over 7% could be numbered as two providers pull their market-leading products. Read more

Energy firms told to improve green tariffs

Thu, 17/07/2008 - 17:24

Energy suppliers that offer “green” tariffs must be clearer about the environmental benefits their deals offer, or face the wrath of energy watchdog Ofgem. Read more

Bradford & Bingley rights issue gets green light

Thu, 17/07/2008 - 16:40

Bradford and Bingley shareholders have backed the bank’s £400 million cash call to help boost its balance sheet. Read more

Further car insurance hikes expected

Update: Thu, 17/07/2008 - 16:46

Car insurance premiums are going up in price again, according to the latest AA’s British Insurance Premium Index. Read more

Rent now, buy later scheme unveiled

Update: Thu, 17/07/2008 - 08:20

First-time buyers could be given a helping hand onto the ladder under a new homeownership scheme that allows them to rent first, buy later. Read more

Government rapped over Equitable Life scandal

Update: Thu, 17/07/2008 - 16:18

Equitable Life policyholders could finally receive compensation after an investigation found the government failed to properly regulate the insurer. Read more

Find the best current account

Update: Thu, 17/07/2008 - 09:10

Just 6% of current account customers switched deals last year - despite many earning uncompetitive rates of interest on their earnings. So where should you keep your pennies? Read more