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Best savings account?

I have a lump sum of roughly £8,000 initial investment, followed by monthly payments of £200 per month that I would like to save over a period of between 3 and 5 years. Any suggestions for a secure and protected savings account with good rates of interest? I am more comfortable with UK companies.

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  • If you haven't already got an ISA, that would be a good place to start, as any interest you earn would be sheltered from tax. You can put up to £3600/year into a cash ISA, and further money into stocks & shares ISA (up to £7200 total). List of best buy savings accounts can be found here: http://www.moneynet.co.uk/best-buys/savings-deposits.shtml I have always found Nationwide good for long term consistent rates, although if you don't mind shifting your money around regularly, then there are plenty of good rates on offer.
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