A crackdown on broadband internet providers after a torrent of consumer complaints about poor service will be announced this week
This Is Money: Massive Post Office Closures Leaked
Royal Mail chiefs were locked in a furious row with the Government last night over its controversial plans to close thousands of post offices
This Is Money: Gas Profits Spark Bills Row
British Gas owner Centrica will face massive pressure this week to signal a cut in energy bills when it predicts record profits
Scotsman: Yule Need A Receipt
IN ALL the excitement of shopping, do not lose sight of your basic consumer rights.
Scotsman: A Fundraising Campaigner Who Will Run And Run
WHEN Kenny Tindall lined up for the start of the Edinburgh Marathon last June it was an achievement in itself, writes Lindsey Rogerson. The day was unseasonably hot and hundreds of people pulled out of the event.
Scotsman: The Crippling Cost Of In-store Credit
SHOPPERS must think carefully before taking on credit this Christmas, particularly when offered store cards. These can bring attractive discounts on your shopping, but they come at a crippling price when the bills land on the doormat in January.
Scotsman: HBOS Offers Reward For Bank Customers Looking To Switch Their Account
HBOS has made a grab for a larger share of the current account market with the unveiling of its Ultimate Reward Current Account.
Scotsman: Gas Guzzlers Off The Hook As Air Travel Tax Hiked
BROWN’S pre-Budget report confirms Isas here to stay.
Scotsman: Criticism Warranted For Shops’ Hard Sell
SHOPPERS are poised to blow £33bn on retail therapy this Christmas, at least £17bn of which will be spent on gifts.
Scotsman: Farepak Victims Must Take At Least Some Of The Blame
THERE was good news on the Farepak front last week, if that’s not too much of an oxymoron to swallow with your porridge.