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Advisor Expects Retirement Age to Rise01 Aug 2008 | by Peter Wakeford
Britons might have to keep working until they are 70 in the future, according to industry expert Lord Turner.
Britons might have to keep working until they are 70 in the future, according to industry expert Lord Turner.
British Gas Bill Hikes Slammed01 Aug 2008 | by Jayne Davison
Strong criticism of the firm has been issued from groups including energywatch and Age Concern.
Strong criticism of the firm has been issued from groups including energywatch and Age Concern.
Conflicting Insolvency Figures Released01 Aug 2008 | by Michael Ross
Insolvencies are on the decline, the government suggested today - a finding that has been contradicted by new research from the TDX group.
Insolvencies are on the decline, the government suggested today - a finding that has been contradicted by new research from the TDX group.
Debt-hit Students 'Choosing to Stay at Home'01 Aug 2008 | by Michael Ross
Fears of falling into further debt have led many to decide not to move out when they go to university.
Fears of falling into further debt have led many to decide not to move out when they go to university.
Rosy Future Predicted for Pre-Paid Cards01 Aug 2008 | by Peter Wakeford
A lot of people seem set to top up their cards prior to spending, rather than building up credit on them.
A lot of people seem set to top up their cards prior to spending, rather than building up credit on them.
Annuities Firms Criticised by Regulator01 Aug 2008 | by Peter Wakeford
Pensions savers should be made aware of the OMO - and should also not face delays if they decide to use it, according to the FSA.
Pensions savers should be made aware of the OMO - and should also not face delays if they decide to use it, according to the FSA.
Broadband Use 'Might be Stymied by Housing Slump'01 Aug 2008 | by Jayne Davison
Growth in the sector is likely to face downwards pressure from the property slowdown, Carphone Warehouse has claimed.
Growth in the sector is likely to face downwards pressure from the property slowdown, Carphone Warehouse has claimed.
Loans Probe Announced by OFT01 Aug 2008 | by Peter Wakeford
The way in which loans are packaged and sold in the UK are to come under the spotlight.
The way in which loans are packaged and sold in the UK are to come under the spotlight.
Further Price 'Correction' Forecast by Lenders01 Aug 2008 | by Peter Wakeford
Prices will drop by up to ten percent over the next year, according to mortgage intermediaries.
Prices will drop by up to ten percent over the next year, according to mortgage intermediaries.
Energy Bill Hikes Lead to Inflation Warning01 Aug 2008 | by Michael Ross
The Bank of England might be forced to raise interest rates, thanks to the latest round of price rises from energy providers.
The Bank of England might be forced to raise interest rates, thanks to the latest round of price rises from energy providers.
Car Insurance Costs 'Will Rise'04 Aug 2008 | by Mark Harris
The cost of cover will increase, Admiral says, despite fewer claims being made due to rising fuel prices.
The cost of cover will increase, Admiral says, despite fewer claims being made due to rising fuel prices.
CBI Issues Defined Benefits Warning04 Aug 2008 | by Peter Wakeford
Some workplace schemes could be put under pressure of collapse with the introduction of new laws, according to the business group.
Some workplace schemes could be put under pressure of collapse with the introduction of new laws, according to the business group.
Monks Enjoy Super-Fast Broadband04 Aug 2008 | by Jayne Davison
Residents of Caldey Island can now enjoy speeds of 30Mbps - many times the national average.
Residents of Caldey Island can now enjoy speeds of 30Mbps - many times the national average.
Hip Delays Found by Law Society04 Aug 2008 | by Peter Wakeford
The new packs are being ordered late by estate agents, due in part to sellers' resistance to spending the £400 required to purchase them.
The new packs are being ordered late by estate agents, due in part to sellers' resistance to spending the £400 required to purchase them.
Insurers 'Charge Retrospectively for Customer Speeding Fines'04 Aug 2008 | by Mark Harris
Customers are experiencing retrospective charges for non-disclosure - a demand which might not even have legal justification.
Customers are experiencing retrospective charges for non-disclosure - a demand which might not even have legal justification.
Loans Boosted as Homeowners Sit Tight in Downturn04 Aug 2008 | by Peter Wakeford
People looking to sell their properties are turning to home improvements as a way of boosting its value.
People looking to sell their properties are turning to home improvements as a way of boosting its value.
Crunch-hit Couple 'Forced to Live in Shed'04 Aug 2008 | by Peter Wakeford
Home repossession has forced some families in to taking extreme measures to find shelter, it has been reported.
Home repossession has forced some families in to taking extreme measures to find shelter, it has been reported.
Committee Backs Green Car Tax Plans04 Aug 2008 | by Michael Ross
A top Tory has provided support for Labour's scheme to impose pollution-linked vehicle excise duty to drivers dating back to 2001.
A top Tory has provided support for Labour's scheme to impose pollution-linked vehicle excise duty to drivers dating back to 2001.
Britons 'Already Booking Holidays for Summer 09'04 Aug 2008 | by Michael Ross
The credit crunch and the weakening pound have led some super-organised travellers to book over a year in advance.
The credit crunch and the weakening pound have led some super-organised travellers to book over a year in advance.
Broadband Downloaders 'Given Thumbs-up'04 Aug 2008 | by Jayne Davison
People who continue to illegally download music have gained the backing of an industry report - and pop singer Duffy.
People who continue to illegally download music have gained the backing of an industry report - and pop singer Duffy.
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