Consumer Rights Archive

Published in October 2008

It's 2-2 In The Bank Charges Case
by Neil Faulkner | The banks have pulled level in the bank charges fight, but there’s at least one more round to go. Read all about where the contenders stand...
Let's Get More Data On Financial Complaints
by Harvey Jones | The Financial Ombudsman Service wants to publish data on the number of complaints made about different financial services companies. This is an excellent idea.

Published in September 2008

Don’t Waste Your Money On This!
by Emma Lunn | Why you shouldn’t use a claim firm to recover unfair bank charges or mis-sold PPI.
How To Get Money Back When Firms Fail
by Cliff D'Arcy | Sadly, the UK’s third-largest tour operator, XL Leisure, went into administration on Friday, leaving 290,000 holidaymakers in the lurch.

Published in August 2008

Know Your Rights!
by Szu Ping Chan | Don't get ripped off! This financial safety net could save you when all else fails...

Published in July 2008

Fight Back Against Unfair Fines!
by Cliff D'Arcy | Nobody likes a tyrant, so here are five ways to get your own back on bullying banks.

Published in May 2008

Get £500 For Pain Caused By Your Bank
by Neil Faulkner | If you feel you've been treated unfairly by your bank, lender, pension provider or other financial company, there's a simple but effective way to get your money back, plus up to £500 in compensation.
Customers Claw Back £30m From Banks!
by Laura Starkey | Thanks to the new Faster Payments Service, the interest banks made on uncleared funds will now wing its way to your bank account.
Rejected For Credit? Change Their Minds!
by Neil Faulkner | It's worth writing to your lender if you're rejected for a credit card or loan, as several in The Fool's community have found to their delight!
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