Santander eSaver account issue 3 offers 3.00 per cent

Santander has increased the rate on its eSaver issue 3 account and will now pay a highly competitive 3.00 per cent gross/AER with a minimum opening balance of £1 and penalty free easy access available online.

Customers who already hold an eSaver issue 3 account will also benefit from this increased rate from Friday 18 March.

The account offers great value for savers looking for a competitive rate without restriction.

Reza Attar-Zadeh, Santander's Director of Savings and Investments, said: "Saving today could mean security for tomorrow and our new best buy eSaver rate is designed to help customers build a nest egg for their future.  Offering a great rate it comes with instant, penalty free access and is available online for a minimum £1."