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Higher £210 bonus available as first direct boosts switching offer

14th September 2026

For a limited time only, customers can get a £210 cash bonus by switching to first direct’s 1st account after the bank boosted its switch incentive. Find out how to qualify.

For a limited time only, customers can get a £210 cash bonus by switching to first direct’s 1st account after the bank boosted its switch incentive.

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Moneyfacts pick of the week

11th September 2026

The Moneyfacts Pick of the Week showcases the best of the latest products or rate changes to hit the consumer finance market.

This week's selection features a fixed rate savings bond paying above 5% AER and a balance transfer credit card from Virgin Money.

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Savers handed September boost as fixed rates soar

10th September 2026

Fixed savings and ISA rates continued to rise in the month to September, with longer-term rates now at their highest level in over two years. Find out more.

Fixed savings and ISA rates continued to rise in the month to September, with longer-term rates now at their highest level in over two years.

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This week's top savings deals explained

10th September 2026

Each week the Moneyfactscompare.co.uk content team round up and discuss the very best savings rates available in the UK. Compare and apply today.

Savers now have multiple options when it comes to securing a fixed rate above 5.00% AER.

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FSCS Protection Explained: Are My UK Savings Safe?

The FSCS protects consumers and pays compensation if banks and other financial firms collapse. Find out how this depositor protection scheme works and how to keep your savings safe.

The FSCS protects consumers and pays compensation if banks and other financial firms collapse. Find out how it works and how to keep your savings safe.

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Who Owns Whom? Check FSCS Protection

This guide reveals which brands operate under which banking licence, helping savers work out to what degree their savings are protected by the FSCS.

This guide reveals which brands operate under which banking licence, helping savers work out to what degree their savings are protected by the FSCS.

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How are my savings taxed? A guide to the Personal Savings Allowance and HMRC

Find out about your tax-free savings allowance, how HMRC goes about collecting any tax owed on savings, as well as some tax-free saving alternatives.

Find out about your tax-free savings allowance, how HMRC goes about collecting any tax owed on savings, as well as some tax-free saving alternatives.

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What is the 2026/27 ISA allowance?
...and how does it work?

Find out the ISA rules and limits for the 2026/27 tax-year, and how they may impact your savings.

Find out the ISA rules and limits for the 2026/27 tax-year, and how they may impact your savings.

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