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Tax Shock for High Emission Drivers01 May 2008 | by Helen Raymond
Drivers of high emission vehicles up to 7 years old could see their car tax more than double by 2010.
Drivers of high emission vehicles up to 7 years old could see their car tax more than double by 2010.
Insolvencies Up in 200802 May 2008 | by Sarah Booth
A report out today reveals that the number of insolvencies in England and Wales has risen for the first time in a year.
A report out today reveals that the number of insolvencies in England and Wales has risen for the first time in a year.
Ofcom To End Expensive 0870 Calls06 May 2008 | by Rachael Lloyd
Communications industry regulator Ofcom have announced plans that should see previously expensive 0870 numbers reduced to the cost of a landline call.
Communications industry regulator Ofcom have announced plans that should see previously expensive 0870 numbers reduced to the cost of a landline call.
Barclaycard Roll Out Contactless Payment Scheme07 May 2008 | by Michael Saunders
Credit card provider Barclaycard announce plans to extend their contactless payment system throughout the UK after London based trials prove a success.
Credit card provider Barclaycard announce plans to extend their contactless payment system throughout the UK after London based trials prove a success.
Interest Rates Held at 5%08 May 2008 | by Daniel Calloway
The Bank of England's Monetary Policy Commitee today announced plans to hold the base rate at 5% in an attempt to cap inflation.
The Bank of England's Monetary Policy Commitee today announced plans to hold the base rate at 5% in an attempt to cap inflation.
Brits Waste £9billion on Food 12 May 2008 | by Rachel McGovern
As food prices rise and households feel the squeeze we're still sending billions of pounds worth of food to the tip.
As food prices rise and households feel the squeeze we're still sending billions of pounds worth of food to the tip.
1.15 Million Drive Uninsured13 May 2008 | by Daniel Calloway
During the past 12 months over 1.15 million Brits have knowingly taken to the roads without valid car insurance, according to research out this week.
During the past 12 months over 1.15 million Brits have knowingly taken to the roads without valid car insurance, according to research out this week.
£120 Compensation For Tax Payers14 May 2008 | by Sarah Booth
Basic rate tax payers are set to get £120 back this year as Alistair Darling raises the personal allowance by £600.
Basic rate tax payers are set to get £120 back this year as Alistair Darling raises the personal allowance by £600.
Barclays Denies Goldfish Rumours15 May 2008 | by Peter Wakeford
Press reports that Barclays would cut the rewards scheme of its Goldfish brand have been denied by the bank.
Press reports that Barclays would cut the rewards scheme of its Goldfish brand have been denied by the bank.
Apacs Tracks Rising Card Use15 May 2008 | by Peter Wakeford
Spending trends for 2007 have been revealed by payments provider Apacs, showing increasing plastic card use in the UK.
Spending trends for 2007 have been revealed by payments provider Apacs, showing increasing plastic card use in the UK.
Land of Leather Fined Over Loans Insurance15 May 2008 | by Peter Wakeford
A major retailer has been found by the financial watchdog to have mis-sold loans insurance to customers.
A major retailer has been found by the financial watchdog to have mis-sold loans insurance to customers.
Broadband Users 'Don't Know Their Own Bandwidth Limits'15 May 2008 | by Jayne Davison
Use of popular video sites are leading to many customers paying extra for their broadband, it has been suggested.
Use of popular video sites are leading to many customers paying extra for their broadband, it has been suggested.
BIBA Comments on 'Green' Car Insurance Costs15 May 2008 | by Mark Harris
Driving a 'green' car won't save money on car insurance, an expert has warned.
Driving a 'green' car won't save money on car insurance, an expert has warned.
Risk-Averse Britons Switching to 'Cautious Managed' ISAs15 May 2008 | by Peter Wakeford
Made wary by volatile markets, many savers are switching their investments to low-risk funds, Prudential has claimed.
Made wary by volatile markets, many savers are switching their investments to low-risk funds, Prudential has claimed.
Bank Chief Releases Gloomy Forecast15 May 2008 | by Michael Ross
The head of the Bank of England has predicted house prices to fall and inflation to stay above target in months to come.
The head of the Bank of England has predicted house prices to fall and inflation to stay above target in months to come.
BT Broadband Tops 4.4m Users15 May 2008 | by Jayne Davison
The largest broadband provider in the UK has put on 150,000 new customers since the beginning of the year.
The largest broadband provider in the UK has put on 150,000 new customers since the beginning of the year.
Savings Gateway Consultation Welcomed15 May 2008 | by Peter Wakeford
A new national savings scheme for those on low incomes has come a step closer, following the draft Queen's Speech.
A new national savings scheme for those on low incomes has come a step closer, following the draft Queen's Speech.
Facebook Slammed For Loans Ads15 May 2008 | by Peter Wakeford
The popular networking site is carrying rule-breaking loan advertisements, a charity has claimed.
The popular networking site is carrying rule-breaking loan advertisements, a charity has claimed.
City Expert: Inflation Key to Bank's Decisions16 May 2008 | by Michael Ross
The Bank of England, as well as consumers, is to have trouble with inflation this year according to a City fund manager.
The Bank of England, as well as consumers, is to have trouble with inflation this year according to a City fund manager.
New Bank Laws 'To Protect Savers'16 May 2008 | by Peter Wakeford
The upper compensation limit for savers seems likely to be raised in the new Banking Bill.
The upper compensation limit for savers seems likely to be raised in the new Banking Bill.
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