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This Is Money: Poor Hit By Meter Failure
Households that use pre-pay electricity meters are being hit with huge bill increases because their meter isn’t being read
This Is Money: Tap-and-go Payment Revolution
A new generation of plastic cards will soon enable consumers to make small purchases simply by tapping a scanner
This Is Money: Millions Risk Homes On Cheap Loans
Millions are said to be risking losing their homes after taking out unprotected interest-only mortgages as they stretch themselves to meet high prices
This Is Money: EU To Rule On Mail-order Booze
An EU tax ruling today could allow armchair shoppers to select the best tax-free prices knowing they cannot be stung for UK duty on delivery
Scotsman: ABI Warns That Pension Reforms Will Come To Nothing
A NEW report from the influential Association of British Insurers (ABI) claims the government’s plans to reform the pensions system will come to nothing.
Money Links For 22nd Nov 2006
Links to other interesting money articles on 22nd Nov 2006.
Motley Fool: The Next Chinese AIM Disaster?
Last month I evaluated two AIM-quoted Chinese companies for members of the Motley Fool’s Champion Shares service. I concluded the duo were “good examples of growth shares I’d avoid”, adding “both companies have demonstrated rapid expansion of late, but a complete absence of cash generation does not suggest these businesses are built on firm foundations.”
This Is Money: Which? Fury At Pensions Grab
The consumer campaign group says the insurance industry is damaging confidence in pension reforms so it can grab business worth millions
Motley Fool: Start Saving For Christmas 2007!
With Christmas just over a month away, our annual round of festive splurging is about to move into full swing. According to independent financial researcher Moneyfacts, we each spend £600 on Christmas presents and festivities, which is a lot of loot!