In taking steps to clear off money owed on credit cards as soon as possible, people should find they have more cash to spend on purchasing items, it has been reported.

Credit card cheques are to be banned by the government as part of a new consumer protection scheme.

With the economic downturn continuing to rumble on, one financial expert has revealed how Britons are taking an increasingly sensible approach to their overall money management.

With the economic downturn continuing to rumble on, one financial expert has revealed how Britons are taking an increasingly sensible approach to their overall money management.

A group of women are increasingly looking at ways in which to save money in the current economic climate, it has been revealed.

An appeal in the House of Lords is due to begin this week that may determine the future of overdraft fees incurred by millions of customers across Britain.

Since the UK scrappage scheme was detailed in the 2009 budget, new government figures reflecting data from the end of April when the scheme was announced, to 7 June, shows that more than 60,000 orders for new cars have been placed, showing the success of the scheme through a clear spike in sales.

Barclays has revealed plans to sell its fund management division - Barclays Global Investors (BGI) to US money management firm Blackrock.

It is common knowledge that Individual Savings Accounts (ISAs) have been offered as the “no-brainer” tax free method for saving without having to pay tax on the interest earned. But recent surveys show that they may no longer be the best option.

Savers are beginning to enjoy better rewards again after banks and building societies continue to offer more competitive deals in order to raise money to fund new mortgages and clear previous wholesale borrowing before the financial crisis.

Over the last year, the financial sector has witnessed some extremely turbulent times, beginning with the credit crunch and moving into the recession. This has made us all more aware of our financial well-being, encouraging people to become more frugal with spending and consider their futures.