Credit cards News

September 2009

• Clean credit card record 'important'

  01.09.2009

  Customers are facing tougher criteria when applying for loans.
• Credit card users charged Fantasy Football fees

  01.09.2009

  Costs related to online games can be high.
• Consumer credit card rights strengthened by EU

  01.09.2009

  New Europe-wide rules offer protections against excessive costs.
• Positive credit card figures released in US

  01.09.2009

  Charge-off rates could stop growing over the months to come.
• Bank of England tracks credit card lending rise

  02.09.2009

  Consumers seem to be focusing on loan and mortgage debts.
• Credit card payments protected at SkyEurope

  02.09.2009

  The airline has suspended its business operations.
• CCTV 'shows payment with stolen credit card'

  02.09.2009

  The pictures have been released to help officers solve a fraud case.
• UK law 'to reflect US CARD Act'

  02.09.2009

  The government could make credit 'less available' to borrowers.
• Over-50s show responsible credit card habits

  03.09.2009

  Older Britons are maintaining responsible card practices.
• Airline collapse 'could lead to EU rule change'

  03.09.2009

  Credit card payments to travel firms are currently more protected.
• FSA unveils card complaints data

  03.09.2009

  The regulator wants to improve transparency on credit card complaints.
• Snow Leopard security fears discussed

  04.09.2009

  Non-platform specific credit card fraud, such as phishing, is increasing.
• Industry reacts to credit card complaints data

  04.09.2009

  Which? said that customers need 'more information' about the issue.
• Enquiries on the up at Citizens Advice

  04.09.2009

  The financial charity has become busier in the recession.
• New phone con centres on credit card rewards

  04.09.2009

  Cardholders are being offered 'free holidays'.
• Charges made in City Hall credit card case

  04.09.2009

  Ian Clement will appear before magistrates next week.
• Credit card map highlights crime hotspots

  07.09.2009

  Shildon and Woolwich score highly for fraud.
• Shell changes credit card rewards

  07.09.2009

  Rates of cashback have now been reduced on the card.
• Overpayment credit card scam targets hotels

  07.09.2009

  The fraudster asks for a money transfer as part of the con.
• Dormancy fees affect card customers

  07.09.2009

  The charges can begin after just six months.
• More cardholders 'paying down balances'

  07.09.2009

  The number of people owing money on their credit card has fallen.
• Travellers could benefit as sterling strengthens

  08.09.2009

  Currency market changes could make cards cheaper to use.
• City Hall gets credit card shake-up

  08.09.2009

  'Robust' systems of checks have been called for.
• Advisers highlight Brits' financial priorities

  08.09.2009

  People are looking to take control of their repayments, CCCS has said.
• Credit cards 'used by grey gappers'

  08.09.2009

  Journeys planned by 55 to 64-year-olds are to cost around £2,600 each.
• Prevx gives tips for online credit card security

  09.09.2009

  Anti-virus software limits internet threats, according to an expert.
• Credit card rights affirmed by industry group

  09.09.2009

  Card payments are protected by the Consumer Credit Act.
• 'Eligibility' service unveiled by Barclaycard

  10.09.2009

  The checks help to protect credit records.
• Brits 'being overcharged' for using cards abroad

  10.09.2009

  Credit card holders paying hefty sums overseas.
• Students to be offered credit card management tips

  10.09.2009

  Money management is on the cards for students.
• Credit card safety 'can prevent ID theft'

  11.09.2009

  Keeping credit cards secure is advisable.
• Students warned against reckless credit card spending

  11.09.2009

  Students working to deal with debt.
• Bogus ticket sites 'hurting' credit card holders

  11.09.2009

  The OFT has launched a campaign on the issue.
• Interest rate decision 'boosts credit cards abroad'

  11.09.2009

  Sterling to regain stability on interest rate news.
• Credit card misuse highlighted at Leeds Met

  14.09.2009

  Excess spending at Leeds Metropolitan University discovered.
• Credit cards 'still popular' in EU

  14.09.2009

  Europeans continue to use credit cards.
• Credit cards abroad affected by sterling volatility

  14.09.2009

  Fluctuations in exchange rate affecting card use overseas.
• Solicitor recommends use of credit cards abroad

  15.09.2009

  Credit cards are commonly accepted by overseas vendors.
• Credit card rewards 'are convenient'

  15.09.2009

  Using the cards can become part of 'regular behaviour'.
• Police warn of 'BT man' card scam

  15.09.2009

  Fraudsters might be impersonating workers at the telecoms firm.
• Online security fears flagged up by Experian

  15.09.2009

  One in 10 are thought to have no anti-virus software.
• Credit card debt 'can be managed'

  16.09.2009

  Newspaper offers debt advice.
• Cost of living cheaper as inflation falls

  16.09.2009

  CPI inflation fell during August.
• Credit card holders 'threatened' by postal strike

  16.09.2009

  Strikes could lead to late repayments.
• MP calls for Leeds credit card scandal inquiry

  16.09.2009

  MP calls for inquiry into alleged misuse of credit cards.
• Uninsured drivers to face tougher penalties

  16.09.2009

  Owners can be fined for keeping uninsured vehicles.
• Almost half of Britons 'not saving'

  17.09.2009

  Britons urged to save more.
• Consumers holding back on high street

  17.09.2009

  Retail sales unchanged in August.
• Credit cards 'replacing cheque payments'

  18.09.2009

  Cheque payments declining in the UK.
• Loans 'may be late' into student bank accounts

  18.09.2009

  Loans may not be ready for start of term.
• Gas and electric bills 'unlikely to fall'

  18.09.2009

  Energy providers say tariffs will remain the same.
• Non-saving students could turn to credit cards

  18.09.2009

  Undergraduates fail to save for academic year.
• Insurance warning issued for young drivers

  21.09.2009

  Despite paying higher premiums, teenage drivers remain numerous.
• Underinsured students 'have £3,500 of valuables'

  21.09.2009

  Some parents' policies do not protect their children's possessions.
• Credit card customers threatened by 'Clampi' virus

  21.09.2009

  Around 40,000 computers have been affected by the code.
• Bank of England highlights 'paradox of thrift'

  21.09.2009

  Increased savings could be economically counter-productive, report indicates.
• Welsh Assembly credit card probe appoints auditors

  22.09.2009

  Around £718,000 of expenses were run up on 34 cards.
• Call issued for cyber crime 'common sense'

  23.09.2009

  Online security depends on web surfers being 'streetwise'.
• BBA notes credit card 'control'

  23.09.2009

  Spending was found to have moderated last month.
• Customers warned over late payment card fees

  23.09.2009

  Firms charge £12 a month for those who miss the deadline.
• Treasury Committee to probe credit searches

  23.09.2009

  Customers can affect their credit scores by shopping around.
• Credit card customers notified of misleading claim

  24.09.2009

  A firm has misrepresented the law in an advert.
• Acai emails 'still targeting credit card users'

  24.09.2009

  Slimmers are signing up to unbreakable standing orders.
• Industry to close cheque card system

  25.09.2009

  The service is in 'terminal decline'.
• Fake World Cup ticket scam uncovered

  25.09.2009

  Touts are stealing fans' credit card details.
• Police investigate credit card 'skimming'

  25.09.2009

  A spate of incidents has been reported in Wycombe.
• Economist concerned over consumer finances

  25.09.2009

  Deflation and job losses remain a threat.
• BSA comments on future of Northern Rock

  28.09.2009

  The move would be a reversal of banking industry trends.
• Bank branch closures planned in recession

  28.09.2009

  Online banking has increased in popularity over recent years.
• August house price data 'is flat'

  28.09.2009

  Property values fell by 0.1% last month.
• Students 'offered non-existent accommodation'

  28.09.2009

  Fake landlords are stealing deposits from youngsters.
• Citibank offers credit card management tips

  29.09.2009

  Credit card provider offers advice.
• Credit card lending up in August

  29.09.2009

  BoE figures show increase in card approvals.
• Households 'saving' through recession

  30.09.2009

  More money set aside in second quarter.
• Broadband 'a fixture' for 422m homes

  30.09.2009

  Fixed broadband uptake defies recession.
• Car insurance holders warned about deer

  30.09.2009

  Hitting animals is more likely in autumn darkness.

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