CBI warns against breaking u...

February 04, 2011

The Confederation of British Industry (CBI) has warned against breaking up UK banks – saying that itcould prevent economic growth. The government-appointed Independent Commission on Banking is c...

MPs Back School Education on...

February 04, 2011

One of the biggest ever All Party Parliamentary Groups was published today with a concerted attempt to help young people navigate an ‘increasingly complex financial world’. MPs hope lesson...

Consumers urged to shop arou...

February 04, 2011

Concerns over increased defaults on credit cards have pushed the average interest rate up to a thirteen year high according to figures released this month.  The average credit card rate is now 18...

New Credit Card Rules: The T...

February 03, 2011

The EU’s Consumer Credit Directive came into force on 1st February, leading to some significant changes for UK consumers.  Here are the three most important changes brought about by this ne...