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Rural Areas 'Will not Receive Next-Generation Broadband'21 Apr 2009 | by Jayne Davison
The communications minister has revealed that '25 to 30 percent' of the UK will not have access to super-fast, fixed-line broadband.
The communications minister has revealed that '25 to 30 percent' of the UK will not have access to super-fast, fixed-line broadband.
Motorists 'Will Come Out Against Speed Limit Cuts'21 Apr 2009 | by Mark Harris
Over four in five drivers admit to having broken speed limits in the new Admiral poll.
Over four in five drivers admit to having broken speed limits in the new Admiral poll.
Report Highlights 'Hidden Costs' of Savings Accounts22 Apr 2009 | by Peter Wakeford
One in five deposit accounts limit number of withdrawals, according to Defaqto.
One in five deposit accounts limit number of withdrawals, according to Defaqto.
IMF Predicts $4tr of Toxic Asset Writedowns22 Apr 2009 | by Michael Ross
The group has issued a dire warning on the costs of the credit crunch - and also called for further government intervention in the financial system.
The group has issued a dire warning on the costs of the credit crunch - and also called for further government intervention in the financial system.
March Sees 40% Rise in House Sales22 Apr 2009 | by Peter Wakeford
New figures from HM Revenue & Customs suggest the property market is showing signs of recovery.
New figures from HM Revenue & Customs suggest the property market is showing signs of recovery.
Concern as Inflation Benchmark 'Goes Negative'22 Apr 2009 | by Michael Ross
Falling prices on the high street could set in over the months to come, prolonging the current recession.
Falling prices on the high street could set in over the months to come, prolonging the current recession.
Credit Card Firms 'Should Enter Real World'22 Apr 2009 | by Peter Wakeford
Consumer group Which? has lambasted the credit card industry for upping interest rates over the past year.
Consumer group Which? has lambasted the credit card industry for upping interest rates over the past year.
Budget Reveals Massive Government Debt Predictions22 Apr 2009 | by Michael Ross
Public deficits will reach £175 billion for 2009 according to Alistair Darling.
Public deficits will reach £175 billion for 2009 according to Alistair Darling.
Holidaymakers 'Should Keep Credit Card Receipts'22 Apr 2009 | by Peter Wakeford
The senior vice president of Visa Europe has issued guidance on how people can use debit and credit cards safely when abroad.
The senior vice president of Visa Europe has issued guidance on how people can use debit and credit cards safely when abroad.
Travellers Should 'Think About Financial Protection'22 Apr 2009 | by Mark Harris
The UK travel association has warned holidaymakers that they should think about taking out travel insurance when booking a trip, even though they are often covered by consumer protection measures.
The UK travel association has warned holidaymakers that they should think about taking out travel insurance when booking a trip, even though they are often covered by consumer protection measures.
Budget Hikes Taxes For Rich, Fuel and Tobacco Duty Raised22 Apr 2009 | by Michael Ross
Chancellor announces new top tax rate of 50 percent to come into effect from next April, with fuel and luxuries also seeing an increase.
Chancellor announces new top tax rate of 50 percent to come into effect from next April, with fuel and luxuries also seeing an increase.
FTSE Drops, Pound Weakens Following Budget Speech22 Apr 2009 | by Michael Ross
Investors are concerned about the UK's growing public deficits, movements in the markets suggest.
Investors are concerned about the UK's growing public deficits, movements in the markets suggest.
Stamp Duty Holiday to be Extended22 Apr 2009 | by Peter Wakeford
The government has attempted to provide a further boost to the housing market by extending the stamp duty holiday until the end of the year.
The government has attempted to provide a further boost to the housing market by extending the stamp duty holiday until the end of the year.
London Stock Exchange Sees Boom in ETFs23 Apr 2009 | by Peter Wakeford
The funds are growing in popularity among investors, according to experts at the organisation.
The funds are growing in popularity among investors, according to experts at the organisation.
Budget's Pensions Tax Relief Change Slammed23 Apr 2009 | by Peter Wakeford
Alistair Darling announced the move, which affects people earning £150,000 a year or more, during his Budget speech yesterday.
Alistair Darling announced the move, which affects people earning £150,000 a year or more, during his Budget speech yesterday.
Broadband Commitment Criticised23 Apr 2009 | by Jayne Davison
The Budget has given backing to the roll-out of universal broadband in the UK - but the plan has come in for criticism.
The Budget has given backing to the roll-out of universal broadband in the UK - but the plan has come in for criticism.
BBA Calls Time on Bonus Culture23 Apr 2009 | by Peter Wakeford
Bonus-hungry bankers have been blamed for helping to contribute to the onset of the credit crunch.
Bonus-hungry bankers have been blamed for helping to contribute to the onset of the credit crunch.
Malicious Hackers 'Take Over 2m' PCs23 Apr 2009 | by Jayne Davison
Nearly two million PCs worldwide have been infiltrated by a group of hackers - including some owned by the UK and US governments, a security firm reports.
Nearly two million PCs worldwide have been infiltrated by a group of hackers - including some owned by the UK and US governments, a security firm reports.
Consumers Making Mistakes About Travel Insurance23 Apr 2009 | by Mark Harris
A survey conducted for the Department of Transport has found that many Britons are mistaken about what their travel insurance will cover.
A survey conducted for the Department of Transport has found that many Britons are mistaken about what their travel insurance will cover.
Sterling Suffers 'Mini Run' as Budget Fears Continue23 Apr 2009 | by Michael Ross
Government could have problems with selling bonds due to investor fright over the UK's economic prospects, it has been suggested.
Government could have problems with selling bonds due to investor fright over the UK's economic prospects, it has been suggested.
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