Britain could be frozen out of international co-operation to fight corruption because of its shock decision to drop the bribery inquiry into defence giant BAE Systems.
Author: Rob Lewis
This Is Money: Car Insurance Set For Big Increases
Motorists face big cost increases next year as the UK’s biggest car insurer looks set to push through double-digit percentage rises in premiums.
This Is Money: NI Error Hits 700,000
A mix-up by the Inland Revenue has led to letters incorrectly seeking extra National Insurance payments being sent out to thousands of people.
Scotsman: Watchdog Will Force Credit To Be Given Where It’s Due
CREDIT reference agencies are the bête noire of consumers. It is distressing to be denied basic financial services such as a bank account, credit card, personal loan or mortgage because an anonymous Big Brother says you are not to be trusted.
Scotsman: Parents Caught In Tax Trap
GORDON Brown has created a disincentive to work with child benefits, writes Lindsey Rogerson.
Scotsman: Pensions Revolution Is Getting Personal
CRITICS of the government’s new saving scheme warn of a future scandal, writes Teresa Hunter.
Scotsman: Security Lapses At Christmas Are A Gift To Burglars
YULE be sorry if your festive season is ruined by thieves. According to Scottish police statistics, 35,000 homes in Scotland were broken into last year.
Scotsman: RBS Festive Bond Promises A Summer Payout
ROYAL Bank of Scotland is launching a limited-edition Christmas savings bond with an interest rate of 5.3%.
Scotsman: Personal Accounts: The Winners And Losers
EMPLOYEES aged over 22, earning more than £5,000 annually and not a member of an existing scheme will be automatically enrolled.
MoneyExpert: HiFX: Brits Look To France And Spain For Second Home
Britons looking for a homeowner loan in order to purchase a property abroad are tending to buy in close-to-home locations such as France and Spain.