Debit Cards

Bank card phone scam on the increase

A new type of fraud, where people are telephoned by fraudsters and duped into revealing their PIN and handing over their bank card to a courier, is on the rise.

Card fraud losses drop for third year running

Card fraud drops to lowest level since 2000

Losses through fraud on credit and debit cards have fallen to their lowest level for 11 years, according to latest figures.

UK families 'still have debts of almost £8,000'

UK households ‘still saddled with £7,900 debt’

The average UK household still has debts of £7,900 from loans, credit cards and overdrafts despite three years of belt tightening, latest analysis suggests.

Too many airlines are still charging "excessive" card fees, according to Which?

Consumers 'paying £265,000 a day' in airline card fees

A consumer organisation has said airline passengers are still paying "excessive" card charges when booking online.

If you are planning a gap year you need to organise your finances to save money

The ultimate guide to gap year finance

August sees a dramatic rise in the search for comprehensive travel insurance polices for long-term travellers but there are other areas of your finances that you need to take control of too, says Kate Saines.

A computer glitch has affected payments to Post Office customers

Post Office customers unable to access card accounts

A computer glitch affecting the pin pads at more than 11,000 Post Office branches means that pensioners and benefit claimants have been unable to access their funds since this morning.

Holidaymakers are at risk of hidden card charges abroad

Holidaymakers face millions in hidden card charges, survey reveals

Research from comparison site uSwitch has shown holidaymakers could end up paying big fees to card companies if they do not plan ahead.

Holidaymakers warned not to use credit cards abroad

People planning to head overseas for holidays this year are being encouraged not to use their debit or credit cards while away, as they face charges each time they utilise UK-issued plastic abroad.

Cheque Guarantee Card scheme ends June 30th

Cheque guarantee card scheme ends in June

The removal of the cheque guarantee card scheme could renew the emphasis on credit and debit cards and cash payments.

Card protection insurance can be covered by other insurance policies you may have

The pros and cons of card protection insurance

Card protection insurance can apply to credit cards, debit cards or store cards but many experts believe section 75 of the Consumer Credit Act already provides enough cover.

Credit and debit card use rose by 18 per cent last month, according to the index.

Credit and debit card spending climbs 18% in March

Consumers' credit and debit card spending on the high street and online rose by 18 per cent in March compared with the previous month, according to new figures.

FairFX card: Foreign currency savings

FairFX has claimed it could save holidaymakers up to 14 per cent on their foreign currency with its prepaid card.

Phones 4u hails prepaid card 'cheapest'

Phones 4u has launched a pay-as-you-go MasterCard which is it is billing as the cheapest way to get money to friends and family abroad.

FairFX.com offers more dollars for your pound

Anyone inspired to travel State-side following Barack Obama's election victory can now get a better rate on their dollar.

Soon Brits will be able to pay for goods by card without pins

Contactless payment goes national

Soon customers of all major UK banks will be able to pay for goods by card without taking their plastic from their wallet or purse.

Millions say they will switch bank account if fees are introduced

83% to switch bank account if fees brought in

More than eight in ten Britons say they would switch providers if banks were to introduce fees for current accounts.

Britons broke records for debit and credit cards use in December

Christmas card use breaks records

Over December Britons broke the all-time record for use of debit and credit cards.

"Save the Change" by Lloyds TSB - lets people save money automatically when they buy

Save money when you buy with Lloyds TSB

Lloyds TSB has launched a new "Save the Change" scheme, letting people save money automatically when they buy things with their debit card.

A new credit card system will let Brits pay with the wave of a wallet

Wave goodbye to counting out change

A new credit card system from Visa will let Britons pay for small transactions with the wave of a wallet.

Competition hots up after launch of a new pre-pay credit card this week

Pre-pay cards criticised

The launch of <i>Unique</i>, MasterCard's pre-pay credit card, this week has major banks competing for the nation's migrant money.

Changing current account is easier than most Britons think

Changing current accounts 'easy'

Most Britons are put off from changing current accounts by the perceived hassle, but this is a myth - with nine out of ten people that do switch finding the process "easy".

Penalty fees on current accounts are costing Britons millions each year

Penalty fees on bank accounts costing millions

Not budgeting properly means Britons are handing banks millions of pounds a year in penalty charges.

Mint's new gift card offers people a greetings message to go with a bunch of cash

Birthday cards with electronic cash

Mint is launching a new UK gift card that allows well wishers to put cash on a debit card, personalise it with a message, and have it delivered on a day of their choice.