Ros Altmann, the tireless pensions campaigner, had been at the House of Commons with representatives of the 100,000 who have been financially obliterated by the Government’s refusal to make reparation for pension scheme wind-ups. As she, my colleague
This Is Money: Retail Sales Robust As Gloom Lifts
Storm clouds over the High Street’s Christmas prospects are likely to be dispelled this week by robust official figures for retail sales in November.
This Is Money: Farepak Boss’s Disappearing Act
Financial Mail’s Jeff Prestridge takes a look at the former chief exec of European Home retail who many suspect was responsible for the collpase of Farepak
This Is Money: Poor Service Brings Action On Broadband
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.