Bank Accounts
The latest news, updates and opinions on Bank Accounts from the expert team here at MoneyWeek
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RBS to close a fifth of branches
Royal Bank of Scotland plans to shut 18 branches across Scotland, resulting in the loss of 105 jobs. We have the full list of closures.
By Ruth Emery Published
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Barclays bank caps in-branch cash deposits for personal banking customers
News Barclays has placed a cap on how much you can pay into your bank with cash in a bid to fight financial crime - will you be affected?
By Henry Sandercock Published
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Nationwide strikes deal to buy Virgin Money - what does it mean for customers?
Nationwide Building Society has reached an agreement to buy Virgin Money for £2.9 billion. But what does the takeover mean for customers, branches and products?
By Ruth Emery Published
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What are the best child bank accounts and should you open one?
A current account can teach your child some valuable financial lessons. But which banks offer one and are they any good?
By Katie Williams Published
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Can bank switching affect your credit score? UK credit ratings explained
Bank switching can allow you to access cash offers and better interest rates. But can it also be harmful to your credit report? We explain all.
By Henry Sandercock Published
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The best packaged bank accounts
Advice Packaged bank accounts can offer great value with useful additional perks – but get it wrong and you could be out of pocket
By Tom Higgins Last updated
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NatWest and RBS to shut doors on another 19 branches amid shift to digital banking
NatWest and RBS join hundreds of high-street banks closing their branches- see the full list of closures.
By Vaishali Varu Published
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iPhone users can now check bank balance from Apple Wallet
New tool aims to make it easier for smartphone users to track bank balance and spending
By Marc Shoffman Published
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Barclays launches £175 switching deal - plus earn 5.12% interest on cash
Barclays launches £175 switch bonus, which also gives you access to 5.12% easy access savings. We have all the details
By Kalpana Fitzpatrick Published