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#SCA (#StrongCustomerAuthentication) officially comes into force tomorrow 14th Sept although companies are allowed to phase it in over the coming months. If you #shop #online, you’re likely to encounter it soon, so be prepared! https://t.co/PNyFcA43Av #FF https://t.co/Qgcj2hASv2
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0.3% Average increase in house prices in the year to July 2019, according to Nationwide
Statistics August 2019 -
The Money Stats – August 2019 – Changing the Picture to a ‘Per Person’ Economy
The UK economy contracted by 0.2% in the quarter to June 2019, the first time since 2012 that GDP has fallen, but a clearer gauge on the impact of this can be seen by viewing it on a ‘per person’ basis,
Press Release 30th Aug -
0.83% Average interest rate on a cash ISA in June 2019
Statistics August 2019 -
Our August 2019 #MoneyStatistics out today, where we consider the truer measure of the economy being how it affects individuals. Find out more at: https://t.co/cCJZIjvFBI or get the full report at: https://t.co/zHfhQKtPmU where you can also sign-up to receive it monthly. #FF https://t.co/UKXcR3KaUy
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19.99% Average credit card interest rate in June 2019
Statistics July 2019 -
The Money Stats – July 2019 – “Safe As Houses”…What’s Happening in the UK Market?
While average UK house prices continue to rise, the true measure of the property market is highly dependent on which source you look at, as well as taking into account regional variations, according to the July 2019 Money Statistics, produced
Press Release 24th Jul -
The Money Charity Announces New Partnership with Oaks Consultancy
Relationship is Agency’s First With a Financial Charity The Money Charity, the UK’s financial capability charity, are delighted to announce their new partnership with Oaks Consultancy, who will support them with strategy, business development and income generation. Following a tendering
Our News 1st Jul -
The Money Charity’s Response to the MAPS Listening Document
The Money Charity warmly welcomes the opportunity to respond to the Money and Pensions Service Listening Document, which we see as making a vital contribution to a successful strategy to improve financial capability in the UK. We look forward to
External News 1st Jul -
-5.5% Change in the average real wage since pre-crash peak in February 2008
Statistics June 2019 -
The Money Stats – June 2019 – UK Incomes Struggle As Recent Rises Peter Out
Average UK incomes continue to struggle in 2019, with regular real pay, as of April, 1.1% lower than the pre-crash peak in February 2008 and total real pay (i.e. including bonuses) 5.5% below, according to the June 2019 Money Statistics, produced by
Press Release 27th Jun -
The Money Charity’s 2018 Annual Report
It’s scarcely believable, but 2019 is racing on and the summer is already (we can only hope…) almost upon us! What better moment then to highlight the release of The Money Charity’s 2018 Annual Report, sharing the story of all
Our News 30th May -
The Money Stats – May 2019 – Average UK Credit Card Debt Could Take Over Quarter of a Century To Repay
It would take the average person in the UK 26 years and 9 months to pay off the average credit card debt, if they only make the minimum payment each month, according to the May 2019 Money Statistics, produced by
Press Release 29th May -
0.90% Average interest rate on a cash ISA in March 2019
Statistics May 2019 -
200,000 Young People Reached By Financial Education Workshops!
The Money Charity Celebrates Exciting Milestone The Money Charity, the UK’s financial capability charity, are delighted to announce that this Friday (10th May) they will reach the 200,000th recipient of their high-quality proven financial education in a Money Workshop at
External News 10th May -
The Money Stats – April 2019 – Financial Year Nears End on Subdued Note
As an otherwise highly eventful financial year draws towards a close, the picture for the UK’s price, wage and debt statistics remains largely subdued, according to the April 2019 Money Statistics, produced by The Money Charity. Despite dramatic events elsewhere,
Press Release 25th Apr -
0.86% Average interest rate on a cash ISA in February 2019
Statistics April 2019 -
Emerging Payments Awards 2019
Emerging Payments Awards – 3rd October 2019 The Emerging Payments Awards recognise excellence and innovation in payments. With over 8 hours of networking time, this prestigious event is where relationships are formed and reputations are built. Now in its twelfth
External News 24th Apr -
The Money Stats – March 2019 – Recent Figures Suggest UK Economy Slow-Down
A wide range of debt, price and financial statistics suggest a ‘slowing down’ of the UK’s economic landscape, according to the March 2019 Money Statistics, produced by The Money Charity. While many recent months have seen significant rises or falls
Press Release 26th Mar -
0.84% Average interest rate on a cash ISA in January 2019
Statistics March 2019 -
International Women’s Day – Women and Financial Wellbeing
The Money Charity believes that our message of bringing financial capability and wellbeing is for everyone, whatever their age, gender, background or situation, and are committed to seeing this become ever more the reality for people across the UK. To mark this year’s International
Our News 8th Mar -
The Money Stats – February 2019 – Households Remain Under Financial Stress Despite Some Signs of Improvement
Could you spare us 5 minutes? We would love to know what you think of The Money Statistics so have set up a short survey here. With your feedback, we will keep improving the report, making it as useful as possible to
Press Release 22nd Feb -
0.92% Average interest rate on a cash ISA in December 2018
Statistics February 2019 -
Our Response to the FCA Discussion Paper on Fair Pricing
The Money Charity calls on the FCA to ban ‘inertia’ pricing and the loyalty surcharge. In our response to the FCA’s discussion paper on fair pricing in financial services, we have called on the FCA to introduce rules that protect long-term
External News 31st Jan -
18.69% Average credit card interest rate in November 2018
Statistics January 2019 -
The Money Stats – January 2019 – Low Savings and Rising Debt Across UK Points to Need for 2019 Financial Resolutions
Could you spare us 5 minutes? We would love to know what you think of The Money Statistics so have set up a short survey here. With your feedback, we will keep improving the report, making it as useful as
Press Release 25th Jan -
The Money Stats – December 2018 – Strong Auto-Enrolment Pension Rates Yet To Solve UK Coverage Shortfall
While much positive progress has been made on UK public awareness of pensions, and participation in them, a considerable shortfall remains in overall coverage, according to the December 2018 Money Statistics, produced by The Money Charity. The implementation and take-up
Press Release 19th Dec -
20.9% Proportion of private sector employees receiving an employer contribution to their workplace pension greater than 8% of their salary
Statistics December 2018 -
The Money Stats – November 2018 – Insurmountable Obstacles Continue to Block First-Time Buyer Access to Property Market
The challenge of housing affordability in the UK, particularly for first-time buyers, remains acute, according to the November 2018 Money Statistics, produced by The Money Charity. Reports that the housing market is struggling, with property values falling or remaining static
Press Release 22nd Nov -
98% First-time buyer deposit as percentage of average salary, in September 2018
Statistics November 2018 -
0.2% Average interest rate on instant access savings account in August 2018
Statistics October 2018 -
The Money Stats – October 2018 – Rapid Rise of Digital Payments Yet to Halt Enduring Popularity of Cash
With many headlines sounding the death knell for cash, its popularity and use continues to endure robustly, according to the October 2018 Money Statistics, produced by The Money Charity. Despite reports that the tipping point has been reached, with the
Press Release 23rd Oct -
The Money Stats – September 2018 – Public Sector Improvements Mask Household Debt Concerns
Considerable improvements in UK public sector finances should be weighed alongside signs of concern for household finances, according to the September 2018 Money Statistics, produced by The Money Charity. A dramatic improvement in the UK’s public sector finances has been
Press Release 20th Sep -
0.2% Average interest rate on instant access savings account in July 2018
Statistics September 2018 -
THE MONEY STATS – Debt continues to drop as interests rise
In the same month that the Bank of England base rate has risen to 0.75% – the highest level since 2009, debt growth has fallen to its lowest level in over a year. According to the August 2018 Money Statistics,
Press Release 14th Aug -
£65m The fall in Public Sector Net Debt per day in 2018
Statistics August 2018 -
THE MONEY STATS – Day to day costs rise across the UK
Findings from the latest Money Statistics from The Money Charity have revealed that UK household costs have risen dramatically in May. The average UK household daily spend on gas, water and electricity has increased to £4.21 in May, growing by
Press Release 25th Jul -
£46m The fall in Public Sector Net Debt per day in 2018
Statistics July 2018 -
Press Release: Just one hour of financial education works – Evaluation of The Money Charity’s Workshops in schools
The Money Charity’s Money Workshops have a significant positive effect on the financial capability of young people, in terms of confidence and perception of knowledge, even when the majority of students experience only one one-hour workshop. This is one of
External News 24th Jul -
THE MONEY STATS – Debt growth slows in the UK
New statistics show that, having reached a peak in April the growth of debt per adult is now beginning to slow. The June 2018’s Money Statistics – produced by The Money Charity finds that growth over the previous 12 months
Press Release 13th Jun -
21% The increase in debt issues reported by Citizens Advice on last year
Statistics June 2018 -
0% The stagnation in First Time Buyer house prices in February
Statistics May 2018 -
THE MONEY STATS – Economic Growth predicted to slump to 5 year low
UK GDP growth is predicted to slump at 0.1% between January and March 2018, its lowest quarterly level since Q4 2012, according to the latest Money Statistics. May’s Money Statistics reveals that the ONS predict Q1 2018 GDP growth to
Press Release 14th May -
340,000 The increase since last year in households with no savings
Statistics April 2018 -
THE MONEY STATS – Almost 10m households in the UK have no savings whatsoever
An extra 340,000 households have no savings to their name since last year, rising to 9.79 million in 2017, according to the latest Money Statistics. April’s Money Statistics reveal that the amount of households in the UK with no cash
Press Release 18th Apr -
How to pay off your credit card debt
Sara Williams, creator of money advice blog Debt Camel, and local Citizens Advice volunteer advisor, guest blogs for The Money Charity on the best ways to pay off credit card debt quickly. The Financial Conduct Authority last week announced its
Blog 24th Mar -
THE MONEY STATS – Beginning of the Housing Bubble Burst
Average house prices across the UK fell by 0.7% over the last quarter according to Halifax, and by 0.3% in February according to Nationwide. According to the latest Money Charity Money Statistics, the latest house price estimates from two of
Press Release 20th Mar -
£28.48 The average cost a day to raise a child to their 18th birthday for a single parent
Statistics March 2018 -
Financial Capability and Young Workers Report Blog – Veda Harrison, Public and Consumer Affairs Manager, NatWest
At NatWest, we believe that financial capability is essential to national prosperity, improving business productivity and employee wellbeing. But for us, financial capability is about more than this. It’s about helping customers – especially tomorrow’s customers – develop better money
Blog 19th Mar -
International Women’s Day – The Fin Cap Gender Gap
When it comes to money, women are often worse off compared to their male counterparts. Whether we are talking about earnings, savings, confidence or capability, men often come up trumps. Of course, the most obvious statistic that demonstrates how women
Blog 8th Mar -
The Bank of Mum and Dad: New Post Office Guide
Are you thinking about helping your kids (big kids!) get onto the property ladder? Or have your parents offered to help you buy your first home? If yes is the answer to either of those questions, then you are definitely
Blog 5th Mar -
PRESS RELEASE – The Money Charity pushes for new PSHE legislation in England
Through the Youth Financial Capability Group (YFCG), The Money Charity has written to Minister of State for Schools, Nick Gibb MP, urging him to legislate for statutory Personal, Social, Health and Economic education (PSHE) for all primary and secondary schools
Press Release 1st Mar -
Talking Money: How we can tackle a very British problem
Talking about money and personal finances in general is perhaps one of the last classic British taboos. As the saying goes: “There are two things you never talk about in life: money and politics”. The Money Charity believes it is
Blog 26th Feb -
1p/1.2p The increase in unleaded petrol and diesel prices per litre
Statistics February 2018 -
THE MONEY STATS – Cash ISA interest at highest level since 2014
The average cash ISA interest rate soared to 0.91% at the start of 2018, an increase of 0.55% on the previous month. New data from the Bank of England, published in The Money Charity’s February Money Statistics reveal that cash
Press Release 20th Feb -
Living as a Student: National Student Money Week 2018
This year’s focus for National Student Money Week is on student accommodation. The theme ‘Where I Live’ was chosen to zero in on the cost of student housing and how it is affecting budgeting, student debt and mental health in
Blog 16th Feb -
Taking Money Off Your Mind: Dealing with Cancer and Money
As part of World Cancer Day 2018, we at The Money Charity want to offer support to those affected by cancer who may be worried about the impact a cancer diagnosis can have on their money. Whether you’re a patient,
Blog 4th Feb -
THE MONEY STATS – 2017, A year of real terms wage decline
Real term wages have continued to slump in the UK, according to The Money Charity’s January 2018 Money Statistics report. The Office for National Statistics (ONS) found that real term regular pay fell by 0.4% between August and October 2017.
Press Release 16th Jan