There were some rumblings about the stability of West Bromwich Building Society a few weeks ago, and despite a period of no news, it looks like they may well be in trouble, with the BBC’s Robert Peston suggesting they are to be bailed out in the very near future.
All C&G Branches To Shut
Just a few days after Spanish bank Santander announced they were scrapping the Abbey, Bradford & Bingley and Alliance & Leicester brands, and thus probably ridding our high street of those old banks, today we learn that Lloyds is to kill off Cheltenham & Gloucester as a high street brand too.
Frugal Tips for Family Day Trips
Summer is a great time to pack everyone into the car for a day trip adventure. You get the chance to get out of the house, see some new things and spend some time together. It’s almost like taking a holiday but without the cost.
Claim Your Own Expenses!
Want to live like an MP and get your own expenses paid for? Then submit your claim to the new Department of Home Expenses.
Find Out How Much Your MP Claimed On Expenses
If you’ve still not heard enough about “expensegate” (or should that be “MPsonthefiddlegate”?) and you’d like to find out how much your local MPs have claimed for in the past couple of years then take a look at this interactive map from MSN.
West Brom Building Society In Trouble?
On the day when West Bromwich Albion were relegated from the Premier League, there’s some more bad news for the Midlands town with the rumour that West Bromwich Building Society may be in trouble – although these rumour have been denied by the company.
M&S 1p Sale
To celebrate its 125th birthday, Marks & Spencer is going back to its roots and becoming a penny bazaar for three days from 20th May – 22nd May.
Free Coldplay Live Album
If you’re a Coldplay fan, or just a fan of live music, you’ll be interested to hear that Coldplay have released a free live album to download from their website.
How To Look Stylish On A Budget
If you are tightening your purse strings at the moment (like many others), those extravagant designer clothes and lunch time shopping trips are probably out of the window for now. But does this mean an end to style as we know it and is it possible to look stylish on a budget?
Get Free Stuff For Cheaper Children
According to a recent survey by Gurgle.co.uk, the average cost of raising a child to their first birthday is a staggering £18,000. Learn about some freebies for a cheaper baby.