Insurance

A major review to improve consumers' access to financial advice has been announced by the Government.

Car insurance prices have seen a "sharp increase" in the second quarter of the year, while home insurance costs have also risen, says the AA. But it adds that prices are likely to continue rising this year.

About two million existing and former Affinion – often branded Sentinel – customers will receive letters from next month detailing how to claim compensation, after the High Court approved a redress scheme being set up.

Millions of households and motorists face a steep rise in the cost of new insurance policies later this year due to an increase in the tax insurers are charged. Yet you may be able to beat the hikes by locking in quotes early.

A creditors meeting to decide whether a compensation scheme for those mis-sold card security insurance from Affinion/Sentinel takes place at 12pm in London today. If you missed the postal vote deadline, this is your last chance to have your say.

Isle of Wight has kicked off the festival season and Glastonbury is soon to follow, but if you're off to a festival this summer, there are a number of steps you can take to ensure your belongings are protected.

The UK banking regulator has fined Lloyds Banking Group a record £117 million for its failings and 'unacceptable' conduct in handling claims over payment protection insurance (PPI).

Changing a name, address or job title on a car or home insurance policy, or cancelling it completely, can result in costly administration fees of up to £55, but you should challenge excessive fees if you think they're unfair.