Current Accounts

Santander Student Current Account includes gadget insurance

More than one in eight students (13 per cent), equivalent to around 209,000 around the UK, have been a victim of theft whilst at university in the last year according to new research from Santander Student Current Accounts. The findings reveal that these thefts were collectively worth over £54 million.

Brits over-estimate bank balance

Almost three-quarters of UK adults over-estimate the money in their bank account and think they're better off than they really are, according to figures from Barclays.

Changing face of savings spotlight on current accounts

There was a time when consumers looking to put money aside were spoilt for choice, but in the current climate of low Bank of England base rate and high rate of inflation, savers will struggle to generate any decent returns.

Overdraft rate increases hit customers

In the last 18 months, more than a quarter (26%) of current accounts have seen increases in their authorised overdraft rates, despite no change in the bank base rate.

Santander Student Current Account offers competitive rates

Santander is offering a fantastic Student Current Account to university students starting - or returning to - higher education this autumn. Understanding how important it is for students to be able to manage their finances during their time at university, the Santander Student Current Account offers some great additional benefits along with highly competitive rates.

Nationwide market-leading loan available to more people

From 7 September 2010, more FlexAccount customers will be able to apply in branches for Nationwide's market-leading personal loan rate of 7.7% APR typical. This coincides with the release of the new car registration plates in September, which is likely to increase the number of personal loan applications in this time period.

Barclays launches loyalty mortgage discounts

Barclays customers can get better mortgage deals from Wednesday 1 September as the bank launches its first loyalty mortgages.

Cater Allen launches Prestige Bank Account

Cater Allen Private Bank, part of the Santander Group, has launched a new Prestige Bank Account, designed to appeal to individuals who have at least £25,000 to deposit with Cater Allen.

Choosing the best student account

moneysupermarket.com urges all students to pay close attention when choosing their bank account as providers will offer a range of tempting incentives to lure them in. Students should not get fooled by the offers and detract from what matters: interest rates and interest-free overdrafts.

Brits stay with their bank longer than their partners

Britons keep their current accounts longer than their personal relationships, according to new research from Santander Current Accounts.

Halifax rewards customers with up to £120 a year

Halifax Reward current account customers, already eligible for £60 a year in cash rewards when they fund their account with £1,000 each calendar month, can now earn up to £120 a year in rewards by applying for the new Halifax Clarity credit card, launched in July.