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Consumers Move Away From Uncapped Tariffs With the latest round of energy hikes are released, people are rushing to get themselves themselves on fixed-price tariffs to dampen the effect of the savage cost rises, according to the Fair Investment Company. Middle Britain Lifestyle Not Possible For Many Despite perceptions of belonging to the middle classes, many consumers fall way short of the amount of income necessary to truly belong in Middle Britain, Axa has suggested. Britons Spending Millions Replacing Lost Passports Britons may be wasting as much as 389 million pounds replacing lost or stolen passports while on holiday, financial services firm Halifax has suggested. Bank Maintains Rate At Five Per Cent The Bank of England's monetary policy committee (MPC) has announced its decision to hold the base rate of interest at an even five per cent. Consumers Worried Rising Costs Will Fuel Rising Inflation A new countrywide consumer poll carried out by Lloyds TSB has indicated that concerns about food, fuel and energy costs are driving expectations of high inflation in the year to come. Statistics Show Brits Resting On Unstable Savings Many UK consumers would face considerable financial difficulty if they were forced to turn to their savings for economic sustenance, it has been suggested. Research Reveals Fees On Fixed Rate Deals Are Rising People should be careful not to automatically select the first cheap mortgage deal that comes along as the cost of fixed-rate products rises, a new study reveals. UK Cash Habits Revealed Cash transactions now account for only 29 per cent of all spending that takes place around the UK, according to a new report assessing the way the nation pays. People 'Believe Inflation Outstrips Government Figures' Britons are increasingly struggling with inflationary pressures, new research shows. Consumers 'Have Financial Concerns' A significant number of Britons are worried about the country's economic prospects, new research shows. Financial Decisions 'Split Between Parents' Men and women tend to have a fairly equal say in how money is spent within the family home, a new study indicates. Drivers 'Should Look To Cut Insurance Costs' Motorists should take steps to reduce unnecessary pressure on their finances, it has been claimed. 'Important' For People To Be Financially Savvy While Valentine's Day is often a time for flowers, chocolate and all other things romantic, consumers should be cautious of the financial pressures they may come under should a relationship turn sour. Parents 'Cutting Back On Family Spending' Families are beginning to feel the impact of a slowdown in the economy with a new survey finding that parents are cutting back on the amount they spend on their children. Good Financial Management 'Can Help Control Debts' Although the past few days have seen the country gripped in the throngs of love, the majority of Britons would prefer their partner to be careful with managing money, a new study indicates. Homeowners Have 'Fallen For' Open Plan Living Millions of Britons are looking to create open-plan living within their homes, according to new figures. Damage To Property Can Be 'Costly Inconvenience' Turbulent weather may not only damage consumers' homes but also impair their finances, new figures indicate. People 'Need Proactive Approach' To Financial Future Millions of Britons could find themselves coming under financial pressure in later life, new research indicates. Mobile Users 'Need To Be Aware' Of Tariffs Mobile phone bills could be placing consumers under increased financial pressure, new figures suggest. MPC Holds Interest Rates The Bank of England's monetary policy committee (MPC) has chosen to maintain the base rate of interest, it has emerged. Brits 'Warned About Missing Bill Payments' Millions of Britons are under financial pressure, new research indicates. Borrowers 'Need To Plan Ahead' The availability of loans and other types of borrowing may be set to diminish, a new Bank of England report shows. Impact Of Credit Crunch 'Extending Beyond The Vulnerable' Prospective first-time buyers are putting themselves under more financial pressure in an attempt to get on to the housing market, new research indicates. Consumers 'Need To Take Steps To Avoid Spiral Of Debt' Britons need to get into the habit of safeguarding their financial future, one industry expert has suggested. Consumers Playing 'Russian Roulette' By Not Getting Insurance Surging living costs may be placing many people under financial pressure in later life, new research indicates. Spending Concerns 'Are High' Many consumers are putting themselves under unnecessary financial strain this winter, new research shows. Drop In Financial Confidence Noted The country's financial optimism has fallen dramatically, new figures show. Bank Of England Cuts Interest Rates The Bank of England's monetary policy committee (MPC) has chosen to lower interest rates for the remainder of December, it has emerged. Shropshire Residents 'Under Financial Pressure' People living in Shropshire are increasingly struggling to manage their finances, new figures show. More Women 'Taking Financial Control' The roles men and women take, in terms of control over household finances, are changing, a new study indicates. Britons 'Wary' About Financial Future The country's financial optimism has hit a record low, new research shows. Financial Education Needed 'More Than Ever' More needs to be done to improve the nation's financial knowledge, it has been suggested. Homeowners 'Need To Protect Home Against The Cold' With the winter season beginning to set in, homeowners need to take sufficient steps to protect their property against the inclement conditions, it has been claimed. More Brits Have Financial 'Awareness' Young professionals are becoming more conscious of the need to be sensible with their finances, an industry expert has suggested. People 'Becoming Financially aware' Britons are becoming more responsible when it comes to managing their finances, an industry expert has asserted. Those Struggling With Debt 'Reveal Tell Tale Signs' Problems in managing money can often contribute towards many people performing poorly in the workplace, it has been suggested. Young Britons 'Need Better Financial Education' Young people need better education if they are to become financially responsible in later life, an industry expert has declared. Bank Of England Maintains Base Rate The Bank of England's monetary policy committee (MPC) has voted to keep interest rates consistent for this month, it has emerged. Many People 'Struggling' With Finances Money management difficulties are becoming evermore prevalent for a number of Britons, it has been suggested. Consumers 'Need To Monitor Finances' During Christmas More people could be due to come under financial pressure over Christmas, a new study suggests. Borrowers 'Misleading Financial Institutions' Increasing numbers of borrowers are shooting themselves in the foot by misleading banks about their financial situation, it has emerged. Students 'Struggling With Debt' Students are increasingly developing difficulties in handling their money, new research shows. Welsh Children 'On Track For Education In Money Management' Schoolchildren in Wales are set to receive guidance on handling their finances from next year, it has been revealed. Rise Recorded In Home And Motor Insurance Costs Homeowners and motorists alike may be due to come under more difficulty in handling their money, it has been suggested. Car Insurance Costs 'May Rise' Motorists could be set to see the financial pressures that having a vehicle entails increasing over the coming months, it has been suggested. 'Concerning' Number Of Parents Sacrificing Financial Future Parents could well be heaping financial pressure upon themselves in an attempt to fund their child's private education, new figures show. People Need To Be 'Tax Savvy' With Their Finances Consumers across the country could be placing unnecessary financial burdens upon themselves and their family by not taking full advantage of the tax breaks available to them, it has been suggested. Mobile Bills Could Cause 'Unpleasant Shock' For Tourists With Britain seeing a wave of unseasonable weather over what is alleged to have been the summer months, it is perhaps unsurprising that an increasing number of Britons are looking to take a foreign holiday this autumn in the search for some sun. Brits Look To Treat Themselves After Reaching 'Financial Targets' Upon completing their financial goals, the majority of Britons will not give something back to society, new statistics show. Potential Job Switchers Advised To Take Financial Caution Those wishing to switch careers could be well advised to take stock of how such a move may impact on their finances, new figures reveal.
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