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Financial Ombudsman Service: cost of living crisis set to drive more complaints
The Financial Ombudsman Service has predicted an uptick in complaints over the next 12 months due to 'everyday financial concerns'.
By Henry Sandercock Published
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NatWest, RBS and Ulster Bank to close doors to 51 more branches in 2024
Banking group NatWest is set to shut 51 more branches this year. We have the full list of closures
By Vaishali Varu Published
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How to check for Premium Bonds
Have you misplaced a savings product from NS&I? Here’s how to check for Premium Bonds and cash in any unclaimed prizes
By Tom Higgins Last updated
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First Direct’s £175 switch bonus returns – should you move banks?
The £175 switching deal may not be the biggest on the market, but First Direct offers a host of perks including 7% on regular savings plus excellent customer service. We look at whether it’s worth taking advantage of the deal
By Vaishali Varu Last updated
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Should you maximise your annual tax-free pension allowance?
Each tax year, you can shield up to £60,000 from the taxman in a pension. Should you take advantage of this allowance, or is the money better off elsewhere?
By Katie Williams Published
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How to avoid online purchase scams
Online purchase scams are on the rise, warn Santander and Gumtree. But how do these marketplace scams work and how can you stay safe?
By Oojal Dhanjal Published
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April 2024 NS&I Premium Bond winners – check now to see whether you've won
Premium Bond holders can check from today (3 April) to see if they have won a prize in NS&I’s April 2024 Premium Bond draw
By Vaishali Varu Published
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£2.6bn lost to investment scams between 2020 and 2023, Pensions Management Institute finds
Investment scammers stole an average of £13m a week over the four-year period, according to a Freedom of Information (FOI) request.
By Henry Sandercock Published
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Free childcare support: what you’re entitled to and how to apply
Parents of two-year-olds are now entitled to 15 hours of free childcare per week. When will the policy be rolled out to younger children, and how can you secure your allowance?
By Katie Williams Last updated