Banking
Friends Provident International offshore bonds receive 5 Star Rating
Friends Provident International (FPI) has received a Defaqto 5 Star Rating for its UK offshore bond products, Reserve Advance and Succession Planning Bond.
Halifax wins Moneyfacts Best Customer Service Award
Halifax has picked up the big prize at the latest Consumer Moneyfacts Awards after being named Best Customer Service provider at a ceremony at London's HAC.
Lloyds TSB enhances insurance offering on current accounts
From 01 February this year all Lloyds TSB Silver, Gold, Platinum and Premier current account customers will be automatically covered for any disruption to their travel as part of the travel insurance policy.
Plan ahead to make savings on your travel money this half term
Those planning a half term holiday next week or a last minute romantic getaway for Valentine's could save up to £100 by planning their travel money before jetting off.
Make your wages do the hard work, and save a packet
Brits could boost their wages by being financially savvy in 2012, according to analysis from MoneySupermarket.com.
N&P’s Gold Classic Current Account saves travellers money
The changes to its Gold Current Account in January 2011 have saved Norwich & Peterborough Building Society (N&P) customers thousands of pounds in overseas debit card transaction fees and charges over the last 12 months - and won N&P “Best Debit Card For Use Abroad” in the prestigious Moneynet 2012 Awards - the building society announced.
HSBC highlights commitment to UK business in 2012
HSBC has announced a number of commitments aimed at supporting UK businesses in 2012. The bank will continue to provide strong support for businesses which trade or aspire to trade internationally and commits to providing lending facilities to support business growth and job creation.
Santander offers ‘fee-free' buffer on overdrafts and daily ‘grace period'
Santander is introducing a number of changes to its overdraft facilities designed to support its customers in managing their money.
Childhood choice... bank account for life?
The average person in the UK has had their main bank account for more than 20 years, according to research from Halifax.
Refinancing deal fuels energy firm's future growth
Aberdeen-based energy company, Energy Environmental Group, is set for future growth and investment following the completion of a refinancing deal with Santander Corporate Banking.
The Co-op funds Youth Hostel accommodation refurbishment
The Co-operative Bank has agreed a £13m funding package with national accommodation provider YHA (the Youth Hostels Association) in England and Wales.
Santander launches iPhone App and Mobile Banking service
Santander has this week launched a brand new Mobile Banking service for customers using any mobile phone or handheld device with Internet access which features many of the most popular features of Santander’s Online Banking service available on desktop devices.
The Co-op named Best Current Account Provider 2011
The Co-operative Bank has been named as the UK's Best Current Account Provider by MoneySupermarket.com.
Santander extends £300 current account switching offer
Santander is extending its unique, market-leading current account switching offer which pays up to £300 to customers who switch their main current account to the bank.
Skipton International retains number one mortgage spot
Figures just released show that for the second year running, local savings and mortgage bank Skipton International has retained the top spot for new Guernsey mortgage lending it won for the first time last year, claiming over 30% of all new mortgage bonds issued during 2011.