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Barclays Premier £400 switch incentive
https://www.barclays.co.uk/current-accounts/premier-switch-offer/ Generous. But I’m not sure if I qualify… I claimed the joint Barclays Premier/Barclaycard Avios bonus about two years ago. Not sure if this counts as a ‘CASS bonus’. Anyone got any ideas?
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Bank suspicious activity
Hello, My elderly mum had a phone call yesterday telling her there was suspicious activity on her account. She couldn't remember which bank, if any, was mentioned but thought Amazon was mentioned and two specific values. She's obviously worried but I checked all bank accounts and changed her amazon password and all looks…
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Paypal asking for ID
I barely use Paypal (except for 99p a month payment for Apple storage). Had an email from Paypal saying I needed to log in and verify some account details and they've already temporarily limited some features. I logged in (NOT VIA THE EMAIL) and saw they were asking for photo ID and 2 other identity proofs. This annoyed me…
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Do transfers count as paying money in for Clubs Lloyd account?
My mum has a Club Lloyds account but I've just found out she only pays about £1000 a month in to it so pays the £3.00 fee She also has a Nationwide account, would a £2000 a month transfer from Nationwide to Club Lloyds be good enough to save paying the fee. Note: She has direct debits going out of both
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iFAST Global Bank - anyone with experience of this UK regulated bank?
iFAST Global Bank - https://www.ifastgb.com/home Does anyone with experience of this UK regulated bank? It looks similar to Revolut in terms of the currency and money transfer services offered but, unlike Revolut, it has a full UK banking license and offers several competitive savings accounts in various currencies.
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TSB £180 Switch and Stay offer (30/09/2025 to 10/11/2025)
New Switch and Stay offer from TSB. T&Cs. This offer comprises two parts. Part 1: The switch part Before 9th December 2025 10th November 2025: <<<<<< NEW END DATE!!! - Submit and complete a full switch request to either a new Spend & Save or Spend & Save Plus account or to any existing TSB current account (except the under…
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Best account for travel + everyday use ?
I have been trying out a few different accounts lately for both travel and everyday spending, and it got me wondering why more banks don’t offer simple things like holding multiple currencies in one place (under one login) while still earning interest on your main current-account balance. I previously used Revolut, but…
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TSB and Rewards paid in January 2026
Hi, I understand that in January I will be given a choice of £120 towards hotel stay, OR access to activity tickets for 12 months. Hotel stay sound good but I see you have to book through travelcredits.com When I try to look up this company there is a lot of mentions of scams and follow-up harassment to your phone number.…
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Rejected for an edge account
Following Martins last tv show, we decided to apply for a santander edge account. We were rejected? I have no idea why. Our credit score...which I checked after...(form the first time in 10 years) came in at 650. We own our own home, have quite a bit in savings, £50k pa in income. Virtually zero outgoings....have never…
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Any bank account that allows a scheduled cancellation of a direct debit?
I thought I would ask people here I anyone knows of any bank account that allows and end date to be set for direct debits, or to schedule a cancellation date? I would find such a feature useful to automatically cancel direct debits for subscriptions and the like. Any pointers would be gratefully received.
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Spending in mexico
So going to mexico for sons wedding (10 days) everything is pretty much all inclusive but there maybe a scenario where cash is needed. What would be my best option:- take some local peso or dollars, use a uk bank card i have chase kroo halifax santander, or obtain a prepaid card wise. any advice appreciated.
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Lloyds Bank Online Banking Merger - Halifax & Bank of Scotland - Issues for Vulnerable Customers
Hi, I wondered if anyone else has had issues with the above? I have now been locked out of all my online banking with Lloyds for 22 days, with no resolution, despite many many calls!! It has been explained to me that due to having a marker on my account for domestic violence that there are still ongoing issues for…
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Trapped in a crazy Lloyds international banking loophole nightmare!
Hoping for some help here. I work for an American company, and my expenses are reimbursed to me monthly from our head office in the USA (in GBP). In November I received my GBP1164.00 expense payment twice (an error by the paying Bank of America, not my employer who has not been double-debited the amount). Lloyds wrote to…
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Santander quick balance widget
Not sure if it's been mentioned earlier, but the Santander quick balance widget is available again. Not sure when it went live again, but missed it when the new app was launched.
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Santander account - £30 Amazon Voucher
I see that the Amazon Voucher for opening a Santander Everday /Edge/Edge Up Account is running again through the MSE link. I successfully earned the £30 Amazon Voucher earlier in the year when the offer ran before. (June)Previously not having any Santander Accounts I opened the Everyday Account so no fees. Then received…
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Should I Close My Bank Of Scotland Current Account
Hello everyone, Please, can I get your advise about the decision I am about to make / considering ? So, in Dec, 6, 2019, I had an IVA. I settled the IVA early (March, 2025). The IVA has now ended. My current account with Bank Of Scotland was part of the IVA. I tried gaining access to the account. So, I went to the local…
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NatWest Business Account Suddenly “Unavailable”
Hello, My 3-year-old NatWest business account has suddenly stopped appearing in online banking. When I log in, it only shows “Your account is unavailable.” What I’ve tried so far: * Logged in on both mobile and desktop – same error * Called customer service repeatedly – told a “central team” will call me but no contact *…
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Bank of Scotland current account. Apply for a Regular saver.
Hello, l opened a BofS account a week or so ago and am currently waiting for a code to arrive in the post. (Online banking don't want their app.) But today, l noticed the account is now showing in my lloyds app. So do l still waiting for the postal information to arrive, or can l now try to open their Regular Saver account?
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Bank account frozen
About 6 weeks ago, my Daughter's 2 bank accounts were hacked. During this, they were able to access both accounts and money was transferred all into one. Unfortunately she was quite sucked in and it was only when they asked her to create an overdraft she realised something was amiss. She called her bank and before long her…
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£25 Amazon gift card for opening a Santander current account (27/11/2025 to 09/12/2025)
New £25 Amazon gift card offer launched today. Can be withdrawn at any time. LINK (taken from MSE, there are other participants whose links you can use). THIS OFFER HAS NOW ENDED. Requirements: - Register with VoucherSent and in the same session successfully open a new Santander Edge, Edge Up, Edge Explorer or Everyday…
