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We live in a troubled world, one in which democratic freedoms only gained within the last …
Two points were very illuminating to read in the latest HM Treasury consultation on access to …
In 2010,we were told that austerity was needed because the UK National Debt was out of …
On 1st July 2021, the UK Government announced an "Access to Cash Consultation". Legislation is promised on …
You have to understand history to understand the position the UK public find themselves in today …
In 2013, David Cameron promised that a referendum on the UK's future relationship would be staged …
2021. Not a year starting with great optimism, though it could hardly be worse than 2020! What do …
There are "experts" who argue that there are only 2 million people in the UK who …
Frankly, there is too much discussion in the UK - and around Europe - surrounding the …
My love affair with cash started with my parents. I was born in the 1950s, entering the …
I am mature ( NOT old) enough to remember when there was no "Space Race". I can …
Within the last week, the UK Supreme Court has ruled that ATMs do not need to be assessed …
There is much speculation about the extent of the comeback cash will make after the latest …
The Coronavirus Business Interruption Loan Scheme (CBILS), launched with a fanfare of trumpets by the UK …
One of the aspects of the current Coronavirus Pandemic that makes my blood boil is the …
As I write this, the world is in the grips of the coronavirus. Thousands of people have …
Time to wish a happy 21st Birthday to the ATM installation that changed the face of …
I am both delighted and honoured to have been elected the new Chairman of the Cash …
The British Retail Consortium (BRC) - a trade association which represents 80% of Big Box UK …
The British Retail Consortium (BRC) - a trade association which represents 80% of Big Box UK …
Much hype surrounds the digitalisation of society. Here’s the stark reality though – WITHOUT CASH, MANY …
Crypto Currencies - Bitcoin being the most famous one - have been around for years. For all …
Two news items yesterday focused on access to cash. One was the Access to Cash Report of …
In an era when many banks feel they must cut their costs by closing branches and ATMs, it …
In this interview, payment expert Ron Delnevo stresses the importance of having legislation in the UK …
I started scribing this article on July the 4th, so it is perhaps natural that my British …
The document released by the UK Payment Systems Regulator (PSR) earlier this month "Considering the incentives to …
I am a decisive person. I favour action over endless debate and discussion. Winston Churchill said “Meeting jaw to jaw …
The current definition of "Legal Tender",as set out by the Bank of England, is not fit for …
One of the big issues today is the existence of a World Reserve Currency. The US $ …
People may think I am joking when I say I have written to Mark Carney, Governor …
I was very disappointed to see in the recent UK Access to Cash Review the headlined …
The Access to Cash Enquiry - funded by the LINK ATM Network but intended to be …
The public EVERYWHERE have a right to expect Payment Choice, the right for every individual to use …
Those vested-interests pushing for a "cashless society" in the UK are delighted with the move to contactless payments in …
This morning, the UK Access To Cash Review released Part 1 of their report. The document issued …
You may be aware that there are on going discussions in Brussels about Dynamic Currency Conversion …
The idea that the worlds economic system as currently operating will defeat poverty is fundamentally flawed Inequality …
I have been warning UK retailers for years that they badly need cash as an alternative …
Yesterday this article appeared in the Daily Telegraph. https://www.telegraph.co.uk/money/future-of-money/people-love-ease-contactless-cards-do-really-want-live-world/ Starting with the words "People love contactless" was not …
Here is a bold statement - Payment innovation is largely a solution to a problem that …
Which? has issued a report that claims the Big 5 Banks in the UK are closing their …
A few years ago, staff at some Petrol Stations in the UK were found to have …
If you want to know how banking has changed, read on. In the early 1990's, a business …
The Treasury, on behalf of the British Government, has launched a consultation entitled "cash and digital …
Last week, the UK government launched a consultation entitled "cash and digital payments in the new …
I will never forget the occasion. My appearance before the Treasury Select Committee (TSC) in February …
The LINK UK ATM Network announced a few months ago that it planned to reduce ATM …
LINK ATM Network are proposing an arbitrary cut of 20% in ATM interchange fees, phased over …
Sir Mark Boleat, Chairman of LINK Scheme Holdings Limited ( AKA LINK ATM Network) has informed …
If you live in the UK and don't already know that the LINK UK ATM Network …
So the gloves are off. The battle lines are drawn. The plan to remove ATMs and cash …
Women tend to be more realistic than men. After all, we seem to spend a significant part …
The latest UK Budget informed us that there has been a 10 year decline in real …
The current arguments threatening to undermine the LINK Free-to-Use ATM Network are bringing to a head …
Transparency is not something for which the UK is famed. Opacity seems to suit the British psyche …
I founded Cash-is-Cool way back in 2010. I did so because cash, the worlds favourite payment method, …
Every time I catch the BBC News and hear pro Brexit speaker, it makes my blood boil. I …
The full catalogue of disasters visited on the UK by the Cameron/Clegg Coalition is now crystal clear. This …
In an ideal world - one I have never even glimpsed - ATMs would still have …
An absolutely disgraceful story of the role of Transport for London ( recently renamed "Tyranny for …
In the last couple of weeks, there have been two revelations in the media purporting to …
Australia is fast becoming the country being held up as an example of how cash is …
Before you get too excited - or happy - about the news that merchants will no …
Today sees the launch of UK Finance, a body created to save £30 Million a year …
British Airways have just banned the use of cash for even the purchase of a cup …
The investigation into the Grenfell Tower fire will take months. However, the Government response to support the …
Question: how many people are registered to vote in the UK? Very easy. Answer: at the end of …
There are calls in the Sunday Times today for John Griffith-Jones to relinquish his role as …
I was speaking at the excellent Reconnaissance International "High Security Printing Conference" in Baku earlier this …
A few weeks ago,the European Commission issued a document asking anyone interested to comment on whether …
Bill Clinton memorably said, when asked what was the single most important factor determining election results, …
I was very pleased to speak in February at the Westminster Business Forum event "The future …
The European Commission has issued a document called "Inception Impact Assessment". Such a document is issued to …
Every day, there are reports of the financial strain on Public Services in the UK. The National …
What is something worth? It is simply what you are prepared to pay. A very simple truth and …
I listened to discussions today on TV about the impact of alcoholic parents on their children. I would …
I don't do New Year Resolutions. Actually, I don't really do celebrating the New Year. I …
A lot of rubbish is written about women's "rights". There are 195 countries in the world and …
Strikes were a thing of the past in the UK - or so we thought. Margaret Thatcher …
Whatever one thinks about Donald Trump, from his inclination to build a rival to the Great …
On 19 May this year I was waiting impatiently at Stockholm Airport for news as to when …
The UK has been left in a very strange position by the vote to leave the EU. It …
Customer service in the UK is generally appalling. Cost cutting has left most so-called service organizations with …
There are worrying signs of dictatorial government returning to Europe. Individuals have less and less say …
There are an insane number of guns in the United States - more than there are …
Apparently, Andrea Leadsom didn't mean to say that having children gave a parent a bigger stake …
George Osborne may have been a supporter of "Remain" in the UK EU Referendum BUT, for …
I was speaking earlier this week at the Wincor Nixdorf International Management Seminar in Madrid. My …
The Riksbank - the Swedish National Bank - last week called on the Government to take …
It has just been announced by Transport for London (TfL) that London Black Cabs will soon …
The UK Government has been telling us since 2009 that austerity has been needed to restore …
David Attenborough may soon make a programme about UK bank branches. After all, he is always interested …
Watching on TV so many ladies of my age again being rescued by boat from houses …
When you listen to George Osborne or read most British newspapers, you would be forgiven for believing …
There are stories on the internet that Swedes are keeping their spare cash in microwave ovens, …
Cash is under attack EVERYWHERE. The attack is two-pronged. Leading the way are the vested interests, who benefit …
This article is really for those who already understand LINK Interchange. However, if you don't and …
The new Payment Systems Regulator has set up a Strategy Forum, aimed at suggesting payment system innovation …
Jeremy Corbyn is the new Labour leader. Only seven words, but enough to get you committed only …
Last week saw yet more hype from those trying to tell us - the British Public …
The sad picture of a 3 year old boy, dead and alone on a beach, provoked …
The United States has not had a female President since inception. To date, apparently, no mere woman …
Greece is in a mess. With a population of around 11 Million and a national debt of …
Almost three years ago, I was having what I will just call a disagreement with someone …
The tragic pictures from just off the coast of Sicily earlier this week highlighted the plight of …
I have always said voting should be compulsory - BUT I WILL NOT BE VOTING IN …
So often, those who are seemingly well on the road to winning, throw it all away by …
Kevin Jenkins runs the Visa Card Scheme in the UK. Kevin is a very honest man. He …
More disturbing news yesterday that charities trying to provide international aid to the needy are finding …
There was a surprise news item on Christmas Day to the effect that " charging ATMs at …
I have been involved in the UK payments industry for 15 years or more. During that …
The world has been held to ransom by OPEC since the 1970's. 50 years of having …
I am not at all grumpy today because I am off to wonderful Plumpton racecourse. Plumpton has …
George Osborne is clearly very bright. You don't get to where he is today without having …
Female Genital Mutilation is one of the great scandals of our time. This barbaric act is estimated …
The fuss about the 2 Billion Euro extra payment to the EU is all about political …
I love Manchester. It is a vibrant City, with some impressive buildings and much excellent redevelopment, …
Politicians of all parties in the UK refer constantly ( unless they forget when making speeches) to …
Amidst all the angst about the over-stated profits at Tesco, at least it can be said …
Emirates NBD Bank has just upgraded the software on their ATMs to allow customers to purchase shares. In …
Had I opted to have a vote in the Scottish Referendum - I could have done …
The completely manipulative and cynical advertising by Visa in connection with the launch of "contactless" on all Transport …
Some people feel the Scottish Independence Referendum has been a wonderful example of democracy in action. However, …
Everything Everywhere is a TERRIBLE name. The clown who thought it up should be painted Orange …
I travel quite extensively and everywhere I go, I witness the frantic efforts of Visa and other …
John Carney ( no relation, it seems, to Mark Carney, the very wise Governor of the …
I am still debating in my own mind whether I can give up the time required …
I was listening to Farming Today this morning on BBC Radio 4. I usually do. It …
So much rubbish is being talked about the EC authorities forcing Google to implement a "right to forget". It …
In the United States, cheque deposit at ATMs was made simple years ago with the passing of …
Now that Legal aid for divorce has disappeared, there are some interesting scenes being acted out …
It seems that all over the EC, in almost every one of the 28 Member States, …
Even I, a great lover of cash, was somewhat surprised to learn last week from the …
Poor care for the elderly will again feature on the Panorama programme tonight. Ever before the screening …
The shocking fact and management of the sacking of David Moyes give a stark insight into …
It is really not possible to be grumpy today. As I look out of my window to the …
The search is on for the person who will head up the new Payment Systems Regulator. This …
The UK Payments Council clearly dislikes choice. For years, they tried to end Cheque Clearing in the …
In the final quarter of 2014, the editorial team of Cash Is Cool will be investigating …
Some people have had bad experiences in their dealings with UK banks in recent years.Then again,many millions …
The media, lead by the Daily Telegraph, have decided that Maria Miller, the Culture Secretary, must …
Some years ago, I mounted a campaign to save the Portman Building Society from takeover. I …
The UK Payments Council has rushed out an announcement about "Paym" to create a monument to the …
The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) is following in the footsteps of the Crown Prosecution Service. Instead of …
Gwyneth Paltrow has lost a husband this week . She has also made few friends by …
Politicians of all colours are offering their support to decriminalising the non-payment of TV Licence Fees. This is …
The 2014 Budget is a landmark for all of us who hold freedom of choice and …
Business Rates have been a nonsense from the outset. Valuations based on the notional rental values …
There has been extensive media coverage of George Osborne "cleverly" saving £1 Billion from public sector pension …
I am the first one to stand up for women - but sometimes we really do …
Good to see Royal Bank of Scotland partnering more closely with the Post Office. Of course, it …
Looking out of my window this morning,I can see a large body of water. In the UK …
Last year, Transport for London (TfL),who mess up virtually all Public Transport in London,announced that they …
Sometimes you are watching Television,relaxing after seeing the children safely off to school,when you realise that …
Very good news from the Post Office in the last few days-they will not be closing …
It is quite astonishing how much publicity Bitcoin has been getting recently. Just in case you don't know …
The year has started well as far as good news is concerned. First, retailers announced that Christmas …
President Hollande of France does not exactly look like a "Ladies Man". Somehow seeing him astride …
The Times Newspaper gave over almost a whole page on 23rd December to promoting a device which …
I have made the point many times recently that the UK needs a strong, healthy banking …
In many ways, life is better for women in the UK than it has ever been …
There was another conference yesterday,this time under the auspices of the World Economic Forum, at which …
More stories in the newspapers yesterday about how banks have managed loans/bad debt. Some of the alleged …
Their are a number of commentators calling for an increase in interest rates. The argument goes that …
Another week, another banking "scandal". The story in sundays UK newspapers was of alleged drug purchases by a …
The UK National Audit Office has questioned whether anybody in the UK has a clear understanding …
All those years ago when Governments started to sell off UK Utilities, the dangers were easy …
Many women are desperate to have a child.Inevitably, some face the disappointment of failing to achieve …
I read an article this morning which highlighted that more and more people are starting their …
Being a Gran myself, I know all about the difficulties in getting the balance right between …
I am currently attending a security conference in London. Criminals are always looking for new ways to …
Royal Mail has been dramatically undervalued by the UK Government. They have sold off a valuable National …
Every year,the British Retail Consortium publishes a survey of members transaction costs.Those members represent 80% of …
The Financial Conduct Authority has failed its first big test. Mis-selling of interest rate swops was a …
Heartbreaking story again from the mediterranean this morning. A mother and father arrive on a small Italian …
On average, the UK public-you & me-are much poorer than we were 10 years ago.Real wages …
I must first confess myself to be an expert witness. I have been the benificiary of …
The UK Treasury has published the results of its consulation on the future of the regulation …
Transport for London (TfL) are consulting with the public on whether cash should continue to be …
It is particularly ironic that the Government should choose this moment to privatise profitable Royal Mail,just …
I don't consider myself old-fashioned but I am certainly not young any more. As you can tell …
I was reading yesterday the excellent Director magazine ( published by the Institute of Directors),when I came …
The idea that the Press should be free to print anything they like about politicians-or their …
The FCA is properly getting involved in policing the Pay Day Loan industry. It would be wrong …
The Government is completely wrong in its policy of trying to solve the problems of the …
We are on average living longer than we have ever done before.Girls have a year or two …
We have reached that time again,when all political parties scratch around for "bribes" that will sway …
I did not agree with the privatisation of utilities. It never made any sense to me …
Ever month, the number of people working in the UK goes up. Wages, of course, don't. I heard …
Really good news that the Government has finally started with the disposal of the publics-you and …
MasterCard have joined the " Better Than Cash Alliance". Of course, "joined" doesn't really cover their involvement. The …
I have limited myself to two children. Part of me wanted more but I feel that …
Both the US and the UK have reported falling unemployment in the last couple of years. Some …
A group of students and professors from Yale University have found a fungi in the Amazon …
Whatever opinion polls say today, by the time the next General Election arrives in 2015, I …
There is now a confusing proliferation of mobile payment methods. PingIt; Zinc; Droplet; Zapp; etc, etc are …
Thinking of Studying for a Postgraduate Degree? Make Sure you check out this Postgraduate Funding Guide …
Some great job figures recently. The UK has seen employment grow by 1.6 Million in the …
My favourite racing event of the year is about to take a bow - yes, Royal …
I have been speaking at a conference this week (and again next week!). At this weeks' conference, …
It is not widely realised that over 40% of all Transport for London (TfL) revenue comes …
Financial Services will undergo radical change over the next few years. Change is being forced …
I am lucky enough to be in a long term relationship. My partner has a well-paid …
Anyone who knows me at all well will know I do not "like" Tesco. My …
I keep seeing articles advising people of 5/15/25 steps they can take to become better leaders. I …
Hello! So we are now well into March, and what a month it has been so far! …
The Times newspaper the other day commented that Stephen Hester, the CEO of Royal Bank of …
It must be true because so many parents claim to have given up "things" to spend …
Those who do not have the potential to receive massive bonuses are in most cases very …
I love a little flutter on the Euromillions Lottery, especially when the prize is up to …
Apple has applied for a patent for an App that puts together locally those who need …
The popular view is that "Free Trade" i.e the elimination of barriers created by import quotas, …
Last week, I was lucky enough to meet and listen to Stephen J. Dubner, co-author of …
Hello Everyone! So, 2013 is well underway now. February, in my eyes, is the most awkward month …
A situation has arisen in Europe that has the potential to restrict the Public's convenient access …
China has just passed the US to become the World's largest trading nation. This was …
As a growingly old person myself, I am staggered at the decision of the Pope to …
Tim Yeo, Chairman of the Commons Climate Change And Energy Committee, has informed the UK Public …
This is not about some levy being imposed on intimate activity. No, it is the Government's …
The French Labour Minister caused a stir the other day by pronouncing his homeland as "bankrupt".
The recruitment advertisement that appeared in the most recent edition of the Sunday Times speaks volumes …
It is always good to have at least one person agree with you. With 7 billion …
I have always had vegetarian tendencies - but living without the occasional bacon sandwich would definitely …
I am happy to report that I resigned from the Board of the UK Payments Council …
Happy New Year everyone! I hope you have all had a fantastic time with your friends and …
Happy New Year! Many people make New Year Resolutions. I don't. Many believe the World can be …
It seems that "experts" (aka Estate Agents) are predicting a boom in house building and house …
Apparently on average the British Public - that's you and me - change banks every 26 …
It is lovely that Kate and William are having a baby. They seem a devoted young …
The Chancellor of the Exchequer has said that the austerity "programme" will continue until 2018 at …
Hello Everyone, So, the nights are drawing in and the mornings are getting darker, the air …
It has just been announced that rail season tickets are to increase in price by more …
There was a brilliant article in the Sunday Times yesterday, exposing those companies which are highly …
I like independent ladies. I am one myself. However, sometimes we girls don't help ourselves. Take …
I promised to examine the impact of foreign investment, especially in infrastructure. No better example than the power …
Britain hasn't been invaded by a marauding army since 1066 BUT these days one doesn't need …
The saddest part of the US Presidential election is that both sets of voters believe their …
When my company installed the very first Independent ATM in the UK in 1998, …
Much publicity has been given - rightly- to the Pussy Riots trial in Russia. Political interference …
I am delighted that it has now been recognised that those of a certain age still …
Like all decent people, I have been horrified by the Taliban in Pakistan shooting a 14 …
The Chancellor George Osborne has received some criticism in the last few days for A) sitting …
Hi Everyone, Although it took me a while, I am happily settled back at Uni. After …
I am a firm believer that there are too many children on our planet. Like their parents, …
I have to say that I have never found politicians attractive but the current bunch are …
The Presidential election in the United States gives an invaluable insight into how politicians use - …
You will have gathered from previous postings on this site that it is the editorial team's …
The response of the UK ATM industry to the Government request to allow charitable donations at …
The "wealth creation" concept really emerged during the Industrial Revolution. This was the era in which …
There are really irritating people who use their debit cards for small purchases. You know the …
I am sitting in a cab as I write this. Travelling through London in a cab can …
One of major issues I have with "modern" business thinking is that most people in business …
This site is about the freedom to use cash Make no mistake, freedom and cash are very …
The manoeuvres Prince Harry was on in Las Vegas did not seem to come from any …
The most worrying statistic I have heard in the last week or two is that whilst …
I am delighted that the Government has signalled its intention to bring back competitive sports into …
These days , the most noteworthy aspect of marriages is how they end. Access to children is …
There were signs at every venue where you could buy anything at the Olympics proclaiming "Proud …
It is a truism that many Brits are far-travelled, yet hardly know their own backyard. Children …
Hello! My first year at University has flown by so fast I can’t quite believe it! …
Cash-is-Cool are very pleased to highly recommend this guide. It is a truly essential jargon-free book on …
"Cash is one of the most successful human technologies of all time," states Mike Lee, CEO …
I have just been listening to the "God Slot" on BBC Radio Four. Some songs say it …
I have been fortunate to travel the World, enabling me to experience first hand the lifestyles …
Being a mum, I have spent quite a long time over the years thinking about milk. Breast …
David Cameron seems very determined to get mild-mannered Andrew Tyrie, Chairman of the Treasury Select Committee, …
As you might imagine, I am a great champion for our sex. I demand equitable treatment …
One of the incredible aspects of the LIBOR fixing scandal is that relatively junior …
I was at Royal Ascot last week. I love the horse racing but I love the dressing …
As a Mum, I know just how important children are to most women. Rightly or wrongly, there …
Those who argue for a continuing role for cash in the World often speak of the …
Am I alone in being really ****ed off at the advent of self-checkouts? We have over 2 …
I watched last week's Eurovision Song Contest because I had nothing better to do. Correction: I THOUGHT …
We've all heard of those lucky people who have a mass clear-out of all their household …
Spring 2012 seems to be full of Bank Holiday bliss; after the recent Easter weekend we …
This website sings the praises of cash - and quite rightly. First and foremost, if you have …
I was reading last week about another actress who has decided to adopt a baby. This got …
I spend a good proportion of my time trying to save money, or at least not …
There are many out there who - when it comes to finances - think that an …
It was Budget Day in Britain yesterday and I’ve been waiting eagerly to find out how …
I caught part of Jeremy Paxman’s excellent documentary "The Empire" the other night. The programme took us …
I love what in my days of innocence were called "the pictures". "Movies" is the more …
In honour of National Student Money Week we challenged Beckie, our Student Blogger, to host a …
I may not be a fan of Valentine’s Day and other Hallmark moments but …
The Daily Mail this week reported that there has been a significant rise in the number …
Life holds many seemingly obvious lessons, but regardless of how many times well-meaning folk point them …
With the current economic situation showing no signs of improving, it seems like we could all …
Apparently Jessie J’s insightful lyrics do not apply to the average 10 year old. As my …
I attended a really depressing conference last week. The conference was about the effectiveness of UK financial …
Barclays last week released a new smartphone app which allows their customers to transfer money (with …
Having spent the last 48 hours moving house I thought it might be worth sharing some …
This week has seen Valentine's day come and go and with it, a storm of news …
Most schools these days seem to be constantly fund-raising. I’m sure if I added up every …
It has been bemusing this week to see various politicians pontificating about football. Most people recognise that …
Do you ‘do’ Valentine’s Day? I can’t say I’m a huge fan, although that’s not to …
Hello everyone! Firstly, I'd like to say thank you for waiting for this blog. As you can …
“Let’s eat out”. It’s one of those phrases designed to make anyone with kids under the age …
In modern economies very few people seem to want to do anything themselves. That explains why construction, …
For many, the new year has called for a new take on finances and budgets and …
Looking regal and relaxed prior to the inaugural Cash-is-Cool handicap at Lingfield Park last Friday, Prince …
It amazes me how many professional dog walkers there are these days. Of course, in one way, …
While Friday 13th may be unlucky for some, we at Cash-is-Cool are hoping it will be …
Happy New Year! Welcome to 2012, hopefully you all enjoyed a wonderful Christmas and, if you’re …
We all enjoy starting the year with a clean slate, forgetting any troubles which might have …
Over the Christmas period, I went to see the film about Aung San Suu Kyi, the …
A huge row blew up before Christmas about the commissions paid by the UK public - …
Consumers throughout the UK are in danger of falling victim to sharp increases in credit card …
There has been quite a lot of publicity recently about the fact that no women made …
(from the people who know best – Parents!) We’re in the final throes of panic shopping. Just …
I have just finished reading the obituary of Christopher Hitchens, one of the greatest intellectuals of …
The future of Britain's high streets has been the subject of national debate this week after …
New figures have been released this week which show a big increase in the number of …
The Pregnancy Advisory Service is recommending that women stock up with contraceptives, including morning after pills, …
There has been much speculation in the press recently about the likelihood of cash becoming obsolete …
We girls like to have our secrets. My secret was always my figure. While I may have …
There has been much publicity in the last week or two about the threat of strikes …
This week sees the launch of the Cash-is-Cool Family Budgeting Survey. The idea is …
The UK Card Association this week issued a warning about a potential rise in online credit …
The first definition of inflation I ever heard was from a college professor and I still …
The Payments Council faced immense pressure from the Treasury Select Committee (a group of MPs from …
You will have gathered from previous blogs of mine that I like my horse racing. Actually, I …
One of the most heartening pieces of news I have read for some time was in …
The Metro published an article earlier this week about the potential "death" of the …
This week saw the introduction of a new £50 banknote in the UK. The note, …
Consumer confidence is at its lowest since the 2009 recession, a new survey showed today, raising …
I have just seen the truly dreadful transaction levels achieved by contactless cards in the UK …
Our very own student blogger has just started her first term at University, and has all …
We all know that International Card Schemes view cash as their enemy. How do we know? Because …
Santander recently announced that it was reducing the overdraft facilities on thousands of its accounts before …
The Chairman of the Treasury Select Committee (TSC), Andrew Tyrie MP, has written to the Chief …
David Cameron this week revealed that the average consumer in Britain choosing to pay off their …
Being the age I am, I have lived through many "economic cycles". In fact, in my …
It’s been a busy time lately. All the joys of getting the kids back to school, …
Cash-is-Cool has recently conducted a piece of research examining how carrying cash can categorically help us …
Cash is always a reliable safety net. A good stash of cash gives you peace of …
Global credit card company MasterCard this week announced the launch of a new campaign, aimed at …
Reader's question; Dear Alvin, I have a loan and a credit card – which should I prioritise …
The Bank of England has announced that it is still very difficult for small businesses and …
New research was published this week which suggests that tourists are being over-charged by credit and …
It's begun - the adverts on the television, the decorations in shops and the special chocolates …
With the price of everyday items constantly increasing, financial pressure is becoming more of a burden …
While going about my day-to-day business I am continually astounded by the number of people relying …
I was always a little lazy when I was a schoolgirl. I felt that there was …
This is the time of the year, when the football world goes a little mad. On the …
With hundreds of thousands of teens receiving their A Level results this week, the number of …
Reader question: Alvin, I like to think I’m a balanced individual with no shortage of self-restraint. However, whenever …
Using cash is an easy and nearly foolproof way to take control of your money and …
Beckie and boyfriend Tom spent a romantic weekend in Paris without using their credit or debit …
Budgeting - particularly in the current economic climate - has become a vital part of our …
The senseless death and destruction visited on parts of our country last week has to make …
You've popped to the shop for a pint of milk, a packet of biscuits or perhaps …
I travel a fair amount. They say travel broadens the mind. Sadly, I have found it also …
I find it hard to credit (pun intended) that the World's largest economy - the USA …
It was a lovely Royal Wedding recently and I think the new Duchess Kate seems like …
This month, our lovely student blogger is on holiday, and has all the tips for buying …
It seems that the age-old stereotype that Brits love to queue is finally being reassessed as …
From where I’m sitting, the excitement about contactless debit cards seems to be a lot of …
So, the summer holidays are going swimmingly well. The children are loving holiday club, which means …
I often skim through a copy of The Grocer on sale in the newsagent where I …
Today was one of those perfect days. The kind you remember from your childhood as what …
Did you know that I love the cinema? I first started going when I was about …
We all know how easy it is to move a mobile phone number now-or even a …
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This was a ‘meh’ weekend. A week of promising sunshine gave way to a drizzle-filled weekend …
One of my fav shops way back in the 1970s was Jane Norman. By then I …
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Every month now for as long as I can remember, the Bank of England worthies who …
Today, as I juggled cleaning the house, getting school uniform ready for the morning, locating lost …
As you know, I enjoy my little jaunts to foreign parts. Of all the wonderful …
This was a busy weekend for me. I spent 4 days without my children – they …
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Our student blogger Beckie is back in action with some fab tips for budgeting when buying …
We’ve recently moved into a rented house. In lots of ways this is a very good …
I took a rest from my tipping last week- the shock of my first fancy trailing …
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For many UK parents it’s half term this week. Ours began on Friday with a trek …
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Isn't this exciting! My first ever racing tip on Cash-is-Cool! Before I give it, let me …
This week Grumpy Granny tells us all about her love of Royal Ascot and her penchant …
We got our requests for Olympic tickets in just before the ballot *phew*. Like …
So last week was all about the plastic. I attempted to survive for a week using …
In the last week I’ve been experimenting, trying out different ways of managing my home budget. …
Grumpy Granny shares her love of cash, and lets us all in on the inside scoop …
Do you remember the days when you couldn’t walk down the street without having a …
Grumpy Granny talks Bank Holidays, Beaches, and Brighton... Valueing as I do …
One of the very best (and worst) things about your children getting older and …
For most working mothers the Easter break is not an unwelcome visitor, but definitely one with …
This week our very own Grumpy Granny shares her musings on a recent visit to China... I …
When did filling the car with fuel start equating to an adrenalin-fuelled extreme sport? Being a …
It’s that time of year when the green fingered amongst us start thinking about what needs …
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You may not have started planning your holiday yet this year, but here’s a fun way …
Having children means having a bottomless drawer of fancy dress costumes and an imagination to rival …
Need some inspiration for a Mother's Day gift? This month, our student blogger has been asked …
This week, grumpy granny holds forth about the national job shortage, and encourages us to look …
This week, Grumpy Granny speaks her mind on the planned petrol tax rise, and suggests that …
Grumpy Granny discusses free choice for the younger generations and her own Peter Pan attitude... Like every …
Grumpy Granny puts the world to rights this week and hits back at Visa’s talk of …
Student blogger Beckie has been given a challenge to spend just £10 on a dinner for …
Grumpy Granny tells us why John Lewis is her favourite place to spend her cash! Like Morse...I …
This week Grumpy Granny gives us the lowdown on the Ladies’ Day at the Races! I’m a …
My eldest child is going to be nine in a matter of weeks. His birthday plans …
Read below for some fun and inventive games to educate your children about cash! What colour is …
Paula Battle counts a number of ways to cut costs during your pregnancy, and draws on …
Mummy blogger Paula Battle talks about prioritising school dinners and hockey practice over expensive designer clothes …
Can you imagine Grumpy Granny in a Topshop frock or Kurt Geiger shoes? Us neither, but …
Grumpy Granny celebrates the end of January and discusses the payday woes of the most depressing …
This week Grumpy Granny talks about cutting up her cards and the highly topical issue of …
Our Mummy blogger on birthday present etiquette for children and little cash bundles as gifts… We've been …
Internet shop or real-time shop? Paula Battle on the highs and lows of both options… How do …
Paula Battle on kids swapping teeth for cash, plus all the gory details! I have …
Paula Battle, an all-time favourite and star in the world of mummy-blogging, introduces us to children's …
The cash-is-cool student blogger Beckie introduces herself and gives us the lowdown on Winter Wonderland.
This week Grumpy Granny introduces herself and tells us why she's seen it all before… Hello …