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Expecting a new credit card in the post? Beware the ‘not received’ scam

The amount of money stolen from plastic that is being intercepted and used for spending is soaring rapidly

The Guardian - UK · Nov 4, 2024

City firms rarely dock pay for misconduct, FCA survey finds

Watchdog found 40% rise in alleged bad behaviour, including sexual harassment and bullying, last year

The Guardian - UK · Oct 24, 2024

More than £570m stolen by fraudsters in first half of 2024

Losses where people were tricked into transferring money decreased in the first half of this year, UK Finance said.

The Independent UK · Oct 18, 2024

Why is the UK slashing the maximum banks must refund to fraud victims?

Consumer groups hit out at regulator’s ‘outrageous’ decision to cut limit from £415,000 to £85,000

The Guardian - UK · Sep 4, 2024

Banks warned over denying sex workers business accounts

FCA gives detailed guidance to lenders after hearing lack of access could lead to ‘significant harm’ for individuals

The Guardian - UK · Sep 4, 2024

£5bn in new loans handed to older mortgage borrowers in second quarter of 2024

The total value of new later-life loans was 17.5% higher than the same quarter a year earlier, UK Finance said.

The Independent UK · Aug 29, 2024

31% annual jump in homeowner repossessions in second quarter of 2024

While many households remain under pressure, the challenges of higher rates and the cost-of-living have started to ease, UK Finance said.

The Independent UK · Aug 8, 2024

Housing market ‘set for confidence boost following base rate cut’

Some experts said the Bank of England base rate cut from 5.25% to 5% will help to give confidence to home buyers and sellers.

The Independent UK · Aug 1, 2024

How will Bank of England interest rate cut affect my finances?

From mortgages to savings and from loans to credit cards, we look at impact of quarter-point cut to base rate

The Guardian - UK · Aug 1, 2024

Treasury ‘confident’ enough coins available without ordering more this year

A Treasury spokesman said there are no plans to alter the mix of coins, after doubts were cast on the future of the smallest denominations.

The Independent UK · Jul 25, 2024