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Why can't I do my banking online via PC?
I have current. savings and credit card accounts with a few different banks etc. which I manage online via my computer. Recently I'm finding a range of niggly things I can't do any more, I have to use a mobile app.Today Halifax has really annoyed me with "can't do it online?" and I have to phone them - I could do it online…
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New Barclays customer cannot access my money in app BE WARNED.
Having opened a new account earlier this week to get the switch incentive, I paid £2000 into the account . When I later went into the app to withdraw some of that money I was met with the message,”it takes up to 4 days to add a new payee in the app”. on contacting Barclays to express my annoyance, they have told me it can…
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Barclays and Apple TV+
Opened a Barclays CA and signed up to Blue rewards but can't see how to activate the Apple TV offer. Will I have to wait until Barclays take the first payment which wont be until the 2nd of next month.
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Kroo
I'm sure I read somewhere on here that with Kroo, Standing orders and direct debits go out 7 days a week, but can't now find it. Does anybody know if that is the case? Thanks
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App or website where you can view all your accounts?
Hi, I'm looking for a WebApp or Mobile App (iPhone) where you can see all your balances in one place. I've got Cheddar but it is not working with First Direct, M&S and MBNA. I don't mind paying a few quid a month for good insights. Thanks, Al
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Santander Edge Saver Message reducing interest
I got this message about my Santander Edge Saver. I am confused what it means by "the first 12 months". I opened my account in April 2025 and have the 6% that included the 2% bonus for 12 months. Is Santander just telling me they will lower their variable rate in jan 2026? But I still don't get the 12 months by 5 Jan 2026.…
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Santander Edge Explorer
Just about to.open one if these but before I do can anyone see a downside ?? I already have a Nationwide £18 a month Flexplus account which I would close **edit: Just found one - all cover ceases at 75 not that it affects me but may be important for some people
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Applying to Barclays for bank switch - need an in branch appointment?
Ive downloaded the Barclays app to apply for an account and the switch. But when I got to the ID page it said that the ID would be needed before I go to the appointment with them. Ive never had to do that before - switched with TSB, co op, nationwide and first direct..no appointments needed. Is this a regular thing with…
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ZOPA down ! (Poss now fixed, but very slow)
Able to log in very slowly, but transactions aren't possible. Don't know if that includes card payments or not ? In app message acknowledges an issue, but says little. ETA : Tried for over an hour and then just after posting this I managed to make a payment!!
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Mettle business bank account being closed
I have a business account with Mettle (an app-based "bank" run by NatWest). It's an e-money account but they are transitioning all holders to a full bank account which involves a change of sort code and account number (which is a pain). However they have told me they are closing my account at the end of the year and will…
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Citibank and processing of UK Pensions
Hi Everyone We live in France and each month our pensions are paid in £s from DWP to Citibank who convert to Euros and pay into our French bank account. Receipt of the triple lock bonus was gratefully received but ever since the initial May payment our pensions have been converted losing money each month. I know the…
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Ombudsman
I was wondering if anyone had a similar experience and if so what their outcome was, or if they took it further? I referred an issue to the Financial Ombudsman, initially it was dealt with an investigator and then progressed to an Ombudsman as I did not agree with the result from the investigator. Both the investigator and…
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Recommendations for alternative bank - HSBC requiring phone app
Hi there HSBC are ceasing use of their physical secure keys - and now require mobile app use. I had my accounts hacked when my phone was stolen last year - so have zero trust in the security of the phone apps. I'm therefore looking to switch banks. I'm looking for both personal and business services - and ones that don't…
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Barclays £200 Switch offer - Direct Debits
I opened up a Barclays account to get the £200 Bonus but Chase rejected my switch as I forgot I still had the linked savings account open, and the barclays app now won't let me switch that account. So, I have quickly setup a new account with my other bank and added my Plum and Moneybox Direct debits to this, which are now…
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Lloyds Bank Rebranding
I couldn’t find original thread so if there is one please point me to it thank you! My app was updated to the new logo (early This year) along with my Debit Card! The website & Order statements section has been update (Early This Year) Just Very Recently PDF Statements has the new Rebranded logo on it! Here is picture…
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Cheapest bank to receive a foreign/euro payment
I’m due to receive a €1000 payment from a travel insurance company and I’m trying to work out the best of my many current accounts to get it paid into. (like all good money savers I have a lot of account to maximise rewards) I was going to default to my Lloyds account until I saw they apply a 3.5% margin to the exchange.…
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Cashback on Gift Cards?
I have a Santander Edge Current Account and get 1% cashback at supermarkets. I give my daughter £100 cash a week to help her pay her bills which she spends mainly in Asda. If I bought a £100 gift card along with milk and bread in Asda, would I get 1% cashback for the Asda shop of £102.85 or just on £2.85?
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Nationwide £175 Switch on Joint account if already got bonus on Sole
Just looking at this - I am not eligible for any of the new switches as I did all of them in the last few years. Myself and hubby both switched into Nationwide 2 years ago (his was a full replacement of his current account, mine was just for the cash). We have our joint bills account with FD and I would like to keep that -…
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Browser dedicated for Finance
Thinking of setting up a browser just for banking on my Mac. It will not be used for any other internet access. I have a simple (no internet) phone which I will use for 2FA this stays at home so if I loose my smartphone there's nothing on it about banking. If I am forced later to use a smartphone by the bank I will get one…
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Overseas travel bank card for under 18's
My son is going to South Korea in July as part of the World Scout Jamboree. We're looking for a bank card he can use there that doesn't incur high or ideally any fees. Most we've looked at require the account holder to be over 18. Do you know any that may be compatible we can sign up to please?
