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Chase launches new 6.5% savings account – how does it compare to the best rival UK banks?

There are some accounts with a higher interest rate - but that doesn’t immediately make them better

The Independent UK · Oct 1

Martin Lewis shares how savers can get up to £220 ‘free cash’ with simple bank change

Banks are currently offering the highest rate of offers ‘we've seen for a while’, the finance guru said

The Independent UK · Aug 20

Nationwide named UK’s best brand for customer service as banks overtake retailers for first time

John Lewis and First Direct also strong performers

The Independent UK · Jul 7

Which? names ‘recommended’ current account providers

Six providers have been awarded the badge this year, Which? said.

Evening Standard · Nov 20, 2025

The six major banks offering up to £200 cash to switch your current account

Nationwide, NatWest and first direct have joined Lloyds in offering cash rewards to move

The Independent UK · Sep 19, 2025

Banks will offer first-time buyers ‘more firepower’ to get on property ladder

HSBC UK and First Direct have announced changes to their mortgage lending policies, to help some buyers take out bigger loans.

Evening Standard · Sep 1, 2025

Is HSBC app down? Millions in panic as bank app goes down on payday

HSBC’s sister bank First Direct is also facing disruption

Evening Standard · Aug 27, 2025

HSBC down: Bank app not working as users hit with ‘err03’ code instead of seeing their accounts

HSBC’s online banking has stopped working, with customers reporting they are unable to see their money.

The Independent UK · Aug 27, 2025

John Lewis beats M&S and Ocado to be top of the shops for customer satisfaction

Waitrose and Greggs saw customer satisfaction levels fall significantly

The Independent UK · Jul 9, 2025

Five common banking mistakes – and how to avoid making them

If you are sticking loyally with a bank, using an overdraft or failing to read the small print, you may well be losing out

The Guardian - UK · May 18, 2025