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Car Owners Downsizing to Save Cash02 Feb 2009 | by Mark Harris
New research from a car insurance firm has revealed that many owners are downsizing their vehicles in order to save money during the credit crunch.
New research from a car insurance firm has revealed that many owners are downsizing their vehicles in order to save money during the credit crunch.
Flu Warning for Drivers02 Feb 2009 | by Mark Harris
Drivers have been warned that being ill with a cold or the flu could impair their awareness by the same amount as drinking a double whisky.
Drivers have been warned that being ill with a cold or the flu could impair their awareness by the same amount as drinking a double whisky.
Government Considers Creation of Post Office Bank02 Feb 2009 | by Peter Wakeford
The "people's bank" would allow a greater range of financial services to be provided by the Post Office.
The "people's bank" would allow a greater range of financial services to be provided by the Post Office.
5.75m File Tax Return Online02 Feb 2009 | by Michael Ross
More than 5.75 million people filed their tax return online this year, a jump of 50 percent on last year, HM Revenue & Customs has revealed.
More than 5.75 million people filed their tax return online this year, a jump of 50 percent on last year, HM Revenue & Customs has revealed.
Co-op Hails Success of 'Ethical Banking'02 Feb 2009 | by Peter Wakeford
New current accounts taken out with the bank rose 65 percent in 2008.
New current accounts taken out with the bank rose 65 percent in 2008.
Buyer Interest 'Not Translating into House Sales'02 Feb 2009 | by Peter Wakeford
More potential buyers are enquiring about homes, but this is "not translating" into a jump in sales.
More potential buyers are enquiring about homes, but this is "not translating" into a jump in sales.
More Britons Consider Insurance Fraud 'Acceptable'02 Feb 2009 | by Mark Harris
A new survey has found that more Britons now think insurance fraud is acceptable than nine months ago.
A new survey has found that more Britons now think insurance fraud is acceptable than nine months ago.
Card Fraud 'On the Increase'02 Feb 2009 | by Peter Wakeford
A study conducted last month has revealed that the number of victims of debit and credit fraud increased by five percent last year.
A study conducted last month has revealed that the number of victims of debit and credit fraud increased by five percent last year.
Downbeat Davos Forum Ends02 Feb 2009 | by Michael Ross
Delegates at the Swiss meeting see little end to the financial crisis currently affecting global economic growth.
Delegates at the Swiss meeting see little end to the financial crisis currently affecting global economic growth.
OFT Looking into Sale and Rent Back Firms02 Feb 2009 | by Peter Wakeford
The Office of Fair Trading is looking into the advertising used by 16 sale and rent back companies.
The Office of Fair Trading is looking into the advertising used by 16 sale and rent back companies.
More Th>n Provides Weather Advice for Homeowners02 Feb 2009 | by Mark Harris
Home insurance firm More Th>n has issued advice for homeowners hit by the UK's severe weather conditions.
Home insurance firm More Th>n has issued advice for homeowners hit by the UK's severe weather conditions.
Interest Rate Cut 'Could Hit Mortgage Availability'02 Feb 2009 | by Peter Wakeford
The Building Societies Association has warned that a further cut in interest rates from the Bank of England could affect mortgage availability.
The Building Societies Association has warned that a further cut in interest rates from the Bank of England could affect mortgage availability.
The 8p-a-Month Mortgage Could Soon be a Reality for Thousands02 Feb 2009 | by Charlotte Cardingham
Thousands of homeowners could see their repayments cut to just 8p a month if the Base Rate is reduced again this week.
Thousands of homeowners could see their repayments cut to just 8p a month if the Base Rate is reduced again this week.
Car Insurance Claims 'Up 100% in Snow'03 Feb 2009 | by Mark Harris
Extreme weather led to slips and slides on Britain's roads - particularly in the east of England.
Extreme weather led to slips and slides on Britain's roads - particularly in the east of England.
Massive Decline in UK Economy Predicted03 Feb 2009 | by Michael Ross
The nation's output will drop by around three percent this year - two major forecasts have suggested.
The nation's output will drop by around three percent this year - two major forecasts have suggested.
Ofcom Proposals 'Will Allow New Mobile Broadband Services'03 Feb 2009 | by Jayne Davison
Communications regulator Ofcom has proposed changes to the UK's spectrum usage which it says will allow new mobile broadband services to be created.
Communications regulator Ofcom has proposed changes to the UK's spectrum usage which it says will allow new mobile broadband services to be created.
UK Regulator 'Warned Over Icelandic Bank Takeover'03 Feb 2009 | by Peter Wakeford
In a leaked memo, the head of Singer & Friedlander accuses Kaupthing bosses of not being up to the job.
In a leaked memo, the head of Singer & Friedlander accuses Kaupthing bosses of not being up to the job.
UK Holidays 'Need Travel Insurance Too'03 Feb 2009 | by Mark Harris
People planning a holiday within the UK this year have been warned that travel insurance is just as important as if they were going abroad.
People planning a holiday within the UK this year have been warned that travel insurance is just as important as if they were going abroad.
Credit Card Holders 'Should Pay More Than Minimum' on Debt03 Feb 2009 | by Peter Wakeford
Customers who are trying to deal with debt should consider paying off more than the minimum monthly amount on their credit cards, according to a commentator.
Customers who are trying to deal with debt should consider paying off more than the minimum monthly amount on their credit cards, according to a commentator.
Travel Insurance 'Unlikely' to Cover Snowbound Flights03 Feb 2009 | by Mark Harris
Travellers who have seen their flights cancelled because of the UK's unusual weather conditions are "unlikely" to have their costs covered by their travel insurance, according to the Association of British Insurers.
Travellers who have seen their flights cancelled because of the UK's unusual weather conditions are "unlikely" to have their costs covered by their travel insurance, according to the Association of British Insurers.
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