Consumer News

06/09/2010 Lifestyle breaks 'growing in popularity'

Consumers are increasingly eager to embark on lifestyle breaks for the purposes of rest or to enjoy travel experiences, it has been claimed.
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01/09/2010 Stricter rules on debt management promotions 'a good thing'

The Consumer Credit Counselling Service (CCCS) has given its backing to advertising rules which will seek to prevent businesses from misleading the general public about debt management services.
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01/09/2010 Consumers 'not telling lenders about financial problems'

Those looking to obtain advice with regards to insurance, banks and credit matters might have noted news that almost 70 per cent of UK consumers who have experienced debt in the last two years have not told financial advisers about their problems.
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31/08/2010 Term-time family holidays 'not a surprise'

News that many families are deciding to take their children out of school through the course of the year in order to enjoy a holiday should not come as a surprise, according to an expert.
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26/08/2010 Sound insurance policy 'a crucial factor for higher education learners'

Getting a comprehensive insurance policy in place could be an important step for those heading to university.
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25/08/2010 One-third of cyclists have had bike stolen, report shows

Those looking to obtain insurance cover might be interested to learn that one-third of cyclists in the UK have had at least one bike stolen in the last five years.
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20/08/2010 Under-18s 'risking valuables by hosting house parties'

Those keen to receive an expert consultation on insurance, banks and credit matters may have noted news that a high proportion of under-18s have hosted house parties that have gone wrong.
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19/08/2010 Many consumers getting 'a raw deal on broadband'

Consumers in the UK are not taking advantage of low-cost broadband access, it has been suggested.
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18/08/2010 Economic climate 'putting a dampener on savings rates'

The UK's current economic climate is having an impact on people's ability to put cash aside, it has been suggested.
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17/08/2010 Students 'could benefit from existing insurance arrangements'

Many students planning their first foray into higher education might be interested to learn that their parents' home contents insurance can provide cover for a number of vital items.
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