Banking News
Pickpockets and thieves target more than your wallet
As the festive shopping period hits top speed, the dangers of the season are ones no consumer can afford to ignore.
NatWest and RBS make further commitments to support SMEs
NatWest and RBS have announced new measures to increase support for their 1.2m business customers with the introduction of a new SME customer charter.
Leeds BS breaks a Rugby World Record for Children in Need
Leeds Building Society recently broke the world record for the number of Rugby passes achieved in 10 minutes.
Leeds Building Society promotes talent and success
Leeds Building Society has made two high profile appointments from within its own staff, confirming the strength and quality of its people.
Block payments to halt unauthorised overdrafts
Almost half of current account holders say they would prefer payments that would carry them into an unauthorised overdraft to be blocked, shows new research by Which?
A red Christmas for 30 million Brits
Almost three quarters (71%) of Brits will pay for Christmas on the ‘right now' this year, despite the effect of recession on household budgets according to a study commissioned by money.co.uk.
Banks attract TD Waterhouse customers’ attention
Angus Rigby, Chief Executive Officer, TD Waterhouse comments: "Fresh from winning a landmark court battle, in which the Supreme Court ruled that the OFT (Office of Fair Trading) cannot investigate whether overdraft charges are unfair, the banks have once again strengthened their position in the top ten - accounting for 50% of this week's trading activity.
New Year offshore extension
HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) is giving taxpayers with offshore investments more time to come forward under the New Disclosure Opportunity (NDO).
New online education film explains how a cheque clears
ith market research confirming that consumer understanding of the cheque clearing process is still very low, the Cheque and Credit Clearing Company (C&CCC), has today (27 November 2009) launched an online film that helps explain the different stages involved in clearing a cheque.
Which? advice on bank charges
Following the disappointment of yesterday's Supreme Court ruling on bank charges, Which? chief executive Peter Vicary-Smith says: "The outlook is bleak for anyone with an outstanding claim and we're concerned that yesterday's ruling could drive people into the arms of unscrupulous claims handlers.
Santander Asset Management wins Gold Standard Award
Santander Asset Management UK has been announced as the winner of the 2009 Gold Standard Award in Fund Management, in recognition of its commitment to fair practice and the principles of Treating Customers Fairly.
The Co-operative “all in one place” service
The Co-operative today (26 November) officially launched a complete Will and Funeral Planning service - all provided directly by The Co-operative businesses.
Leeds BS holds Go Green Day
Leeds Building Society is holding a green day - 27 November 2009, to raise awareness of its commitment to further developing its green credentials.
Walker Report finds the right targets
The Walker Report is right to focus on changing the patterns of behaviour within boards and on substantive improvements to financial firms' corporate governance, the British Bankers' Association said today.
NatWest and RBS provide help for Cumbrian flood victims
NatWest and RBS have announced a package of help for customers impacted by the flooding in Cumbria.