News Archive - Articles Published during May 2008
ID Fraud 'Hits Middle Classes'29 May 2008 | by Peter WakefordLondoners have been found to be at higher risk of falling victim to ID theft.
Commercial Property Deals 'Falling Through'29 May 2008 | by Peter WakefordOffice sales in the south east are not being completed due to price disagreements, according to new research.
Halifax Denounces 'Shocking' Spate of Thefts29 May 2008 | by Mark HarrisChildren's bikes, paddling pools and toys are tempting targets for unscrupulous thieves, Halifax Home Insurance has said.
Average Pension 'Less Than Minimum Wage'30 May 2008 | by Peter WakefordPeople in the UK are being warned the average pension could pay out the equivalent of less than minimum wage
Children 'Reliant' On Grey Pound30 May 2008 | by Michael RossGrandparents in the UK are being increasingly called upon to help their grandchildren fiancially
Government Announces Fuel Poverty Plan30 May 2008 | by Jayne DavisonA new range of measures to help reduce the effects of fuel povert have been announced by the government
Northern Rock To Increase Debt Staff30 May 2008 | by Michael RossNationalised bank Northern Rock is planning to double the number of staff it employs in debt management
Land Registry : House Prices Down 0.2% in April 30 May 2008 | by Michael RossFigures published by the Land Registry show that house prices have continued their recent downward spiral
Experts Predict Interest Rates Will be Held 30 May 2008 | by Peter WakefordThe general consensus is that interest rates will be kept on hold next month
Almost Half of Brits are Banking on Inheritance 30 May 2008 | by Michael RossUK consumers believe that they cannot afford to pay off major expenses without help from an inheritance
HSBC Says Inflation is the Biggest Risk to Economy 30 May 2008 | by Michael RossA leading City figure has said inflationary pressures will cause significant financial turmoil in the future unless central bankers adopt preventive measures