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EDF sparks price war for utility bills
EDF Energy and British Gas have both pledged cuts in their energy prices, following earlier moves by smaller suppliers Co-operative Energy and Ovo Energy.
Yesterday, EDF Energy announced that it was to cut its gas prices by 5% from 7th February 2012. Today, British Gas responded by announcing a 5% cut in its electricity prices with immediate effect.
The price cuts will increase pressure on other major suppliers who already face criticism for the large increase in bills seen by households throughout 2011 while wholesale gas prices fell.
EDF increased prices twice last year, and the proposed 5% cut is a modest return for customers who saw gas tariffs rise by 15.4% in November.
British Gas raised gas prices by 18% and electricity by 16% last August. They claim that their price reduction makes them the cheapest major supplier for electricity. The average annual domestic bill is expected to fall by £24.
It is estimated that the average EDF dual fuel bill will drop by £38, to £1,203. But consumer groups have taken a belligerent stance:
"EDF's claim to have cut prices is completely disingenuous - their prices have still risen almost 10 per cent in a year”, said Paul Steedman, Friends of the Earth’s Energy Campaigner.
"Tinkering in the margins of massive price hikes won't fix our broken system - the Big Six are ripping us off and making billion in profits from their addiction to fossil fuel.”
A recent consumer poll on energy satisfaction revealed poor ratings across all major suppliers. For Steedman, it's unsurprising that consumers are dissatisfied.
"With rocketing fuel bills they've got a lot to complain about”, he said, adding that much had to be done to restore confidence in the “broken” electricity system.
Are you paying too much for your energy bills? Why not compare utilities suppliers here at Which4U to see if there’s a better option?
Emma North
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22 mths
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0%
3 mths
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| Representative Example: If you spend £1,200 at a purchase interest rate of 17.9% (variable) your Representative APR will be 17.9% (variable). | ||||
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0%
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17.9%
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| Representative Example: If you spend £1,200 at a purchase interest rate of 17.9% (variable) your Representative APR will be 17.9% (variable). | ||||
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0%
22 mths
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0%
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17.95%
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| Representative Example: If you spend £1,200 at a purchase interest rate of 17.95% (variable) your Representative APR will be 17.9% (variable). | ||||
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0%
20 mths
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0%
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16.8%
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| Representative Example: If you spend £1,200 at a purchase interest rate of 16.8% (variable) your Representative APR will be 16.8% (variable). | ||||
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0%
20 mths
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0%
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12.9%
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| Representative Example: If you spend £1,200 at a purchase interest rate of 12.9% (variable) your Representative APR will be 12.9% (variable). | ||||
| Introductory Offer | |
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| Balance Transfer Rate: | 0% for 22 mths |
| Balance Transfer Fee: | 2.90% |
| Purchase Rate: | 0% for 3 mths |
| Representative APR | |
| Purchases: | 17.9% p.a. (variable) |
| Representative Example: | If you spend £1,200 at a purchase interest rate of 17.9% (variable) your Representative APR will be 17.9% (variable). |
| Annual Rates | |
| Balance Transfers: | 17.9% p.a. |
| Balance Transfer Fee: | 3% p.a. |
| Cash Advance: | 27.9% p.a. |
| Annual Fee: | N/A |
| Standard Features | |
| Credit Limit: | Subject to Status |
| Interest Free Days: | Up to 56 days |
| On-Line Banking: | Yes |
| Approval Criteria | |
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Plus 0.4% off your balance transfer fee; making this equivalent to 2.6% (terms and conditions apply)
| Introductory Offer | |
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| Balance Transfer Rate: | 0% for 21 mths |
| Balance Transfer Fee: | 2.60% |
| Purchase Rate: | 0% for 3 mths |
| Representative APR | |
| Purchases: | 17.9% p.a. (variable) |
| Representative Example: | If you spend £1,200 at a purchase interest rate of 17.9% (variable) your Representative APR will be 17.9% (variable). |
| Annual Rates | |
| Balance Transfers: | 17.9% p.a. |
| Balance Transfer Fee: | 3% p.a. |
| Cash Advance: | 27.9% p.a. |
| Annual Fee: | N/A |
| Standard Features | |
| Credit Limit: | Subject to Status |
| Interest Free Days: | Up to 56 days |
| On-Line Banking: | Yes |
| Approval Criteria | |
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| Introductory Offer | |
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| Balance Transfer Rate: | 0% for 22 mths |
| Balance Transfer Fee: | 3.50% |
| Purchase Rate: | 0% for 3 mths |
| Representative APR | |
| Purchases: | 17.95% p.a. (variable) |
| Representative Example: | If you spend £1,200 at a purchase interest rate of 17.95% (variable) your Representative APR will be 17.9% (variable). |
| Annual Rates | |
| Balance Transfers: | 17.95% p.a. |
| Balance Transfer Fee: | 3.50% p.a. |
| Cash Advance: | 27.95% p.a. |
| Annual Fee: | N/A |
| Standard Features | |
| Credit Limit: | Subject to Status |
| Interest Free Days: | Up to 56 days |
| On-Line Banking: | Yes |
| Approval Criteria | |
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Virgin Credit Card now uses the 'PayPass service' meaning you can pay for items of £15 or less without having to key in your PIN, simply by hold the card close to a card reader to make the transaction!!!
| Introductory Offer | |
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| Balance Transfer Rate: | 0% for 20 mths |
| Balance Transfer Fee: | 2.99% |
| Purchase Rate: | 0% for 3 mths |
| Representative APR | |
| Purchases: | 16.8% p.a. (variable) |
| Representative Example: | If you spend £1,200 at a purchase interest rate of 16.8% (variable) your Representative APR will be 16.8% (variable). |
| Annual Rates | |
| Balance Transfers: | 16.8% p.a. |
| Cash Advance: | 24.9% p.a. |
| Annual Fee: | N/A |
| Standard Features | |
| Credit Limit: | Subject to Status |
| Interest Free Days: | Up to 50 days |
| On-Line Banking: | Yes |
| Approval Criteria | |
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Balance transfers offer is only applicable to transfers made in the first 3 months of account opening and are subject to a 2.95% Balance Transfer fee (£3 Minimum). Also, get commission free card purchases abroad & 0.5% Cash Back on all Sterling spend!
| Introductory Offer | |
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| Balance Transfer Rate: | 0% for 20 mths |
| Balance Transfer Fee: | 3.10% |
| Purchase Rate: | 0% for 12 mths |
| Representative APR | |
| Purchases: | 12.9% p.a. (variable) |
| Representative Example: | If you spend £1,200 at a purchase interest rate of 12.9% (variable) your Representative APR will be 12.9% (variable). |
| Annual Rates | |
| Balance Transfers: | 12.9% p.a. |
| Cash Advance: | 27.9% p.a. |
| Annual Fee: | N/A |
| Standard Features | |
| Credit Limit: | £25,000 |
| Interest Free Days: | Up to 56 days |
| On-Line Banking: | Yes |
| Cashback | |
| Standard Cashback Rate: | 0.50% |
| Approval Criteria | |
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| Introductory Offer | |
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| Balance Transfer Rate: | 0% for 20 mths |
| Balance Transfer Fee: | 2.90% |
| Purchase Rate: | 0% for 6 mths |
| Representative APR | |
| Purchases: | 17.9% p.a. (variable) |
| Representative Example: | If you spend £1,200 at a purchase interest rate of 17.95% (variable) your Representative APR will be 17.9% (variable). |
| Annual Rates | |
| Balance Transfers: | 17.9% p.a. |
| Cash Advance: | 24.9% p.a. |
| Annual Fee: | N/A |
| Standard Features | |
| Credit Limit: | £25,000 |
| Interest Free Days: | Up to 56 days |
| On-Line Banking: | Yes |
| Approval Criteria | |
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| Introductory Offer | |
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| Balance Transfer Rate: | 0% for 20 mths |
| Balance Transfer Fee: | 2.90% |
| Purchase Rate: | 0% for 6 mths |
| Representative APR | |
| Purchases: | 17.9% p.a. (variable) |
| Representative Example: | If you spend £1,200 at a purchase interest rate of 17.95% (variable) your Representative APR will be 17.9% (variable). |
| Annual Rates | |
| Balance Transfers: | 17.9% p.a. |
| Cash Advance: | 24.9% p.a. |
| Annual Fee: | N/A |
| Standard Features | |
| Credit Limit: | £25,000 |
| Interest Free Days: | Up to 56 days |
| On-Line Banking: | Yes |
| Approval Criteria | |
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| Introductory Offer | |
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| Balance Transfer Rate: | 0% for 20 mths |
| Balance Transfer Fee: | 3% |
| Purchase Rate: | 0% for 3 mths |
| Representative APR | |
| Purchases: | 16.9% p.a. (variable) |
| Representative Example: | If you spend £1,200 at a purchase interest rate of 17.95% (variable) your Representative APR will be 17.9% (variable). |
| Annual Rates | |
| Balance Transfers: | 16.94% p.a. |
| Balance Transfer Fee: | 3% p.a. |
| Cash Advance: | 23.95% p.a. |
| Annual Fee: | N/A |
| Standard Features | |
| Credit Limit: | Subject to Status |
| Interest Free Days: | Up to 56 days |
| On-Line Banking: | Yes |
| Approval Criteria | |
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| Introductory Offer | |
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| Balance Transfer Rate: | 0% for 16 mths |
| Balance Transfer Fee: | 1.60% |
| Purchase Rate: | 0% for 3 mths |
| Representative APR | |
| Purchases: | 18.9% p.a. (variable) |
| Representative Example: | If you spend £1,200 at a purchase interest rate of 17.5% (variable) your Representative APR will be 17.5% (variable). |
| Annual Rates | |
| Balance Transfers: | 18.9% p.a. |
| Balance Transfer Fee: | 3.20% p.a. |
| Cash Advance: | 27.9% p.a. |
| Annual Fee: | N/A |
| Standard Features | |
| Credit Limit: | Subject to Status |
| Interest Free Days: | Up to 56 days |
| On-Line Banking: | Yes |
| Approval Criteria | |
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| Introductory Offer | |
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| Balance Transfer Rate: | 0% for 18 mths |
| Balance Transfer Fee: | 3% |
| Purchase Rate: | 0% for 3 mths |
| Representative APR | |
| Purchases: | 16.9% p.a. (variable) |
| Representative Example: | If you spend £1,200 at a purchase interest rate of 16.94% (variable) your Representative APR will be 16.9% (variable). |
| Annual Rates | |
| Balance Transfers: | 16.9% p.a. |
| Balance Transfer Fee: | 3% p.a. |
| Cash Advance: | 27.9% p.a. |
| Annual Fee: | N/A |
| Standard Features | |
| Credit Limit: | Subject to Status |
| Interest Free Days: | Up to 56 days |
| On-Line Banking: | Yes |
| Approval Criteria | |
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Balance transfers offer is only applicable to transfers made in the first 3 months of account opening and are subject to a 2.95% Balance Transfer fee (£3 Minimum). Also, get commission free card purchases abroad!!
| Introductory Offer | |
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| Balance Transfer Rate: | 0% for 17 mths |
| Balance Transfer Fee: | 2.95% |
| Purchase Rate: | 0% for 3 mths |
| Representative APR | |
| Purchases: | 15.9% p.a. (variable) |
| Representative Example: | If you spend £1,200 at a purchase interest rate of 15.9% (variable) your Representative APR will be 15.9% (variable). |
| Annual Rates | |
| Balance Transfers: | 15.9% p.a. |
| Cash Advance: | 27.9% p.a. |
| Annual Fee: | N/A |
| Standard Features | |
| Credit Limit: | £25,000 |
| Interest Free Days: | Up to 56 days |
| On-Line Banking: | Yes |
| Approval Criteria | |
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Please note - Nectar points are NOT earned using this Credit Card. If you wish to collect Nectar points with your credit card you should apply for the 'Sainsburys Nectar Credit card'.
| Introductory Offer | |
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| Balance Transfer Rate: | 0% for 12 mths |
| Balance Transfer Fee: | 3% |
| Purchase Rate: | 0% for 12 mths |
| Representative APR | |
| Purchases: | 16.9% p.a. (variable) |
| Representative Example: | If you spend £1,200 at a purchase interest rate of 16.94% (variable) your Representative APR will be 16.9% (variable). |
| Annual Rates | |
| Balance Transfers: | 16.9% p.a. |
| Cash Advance: | 24.9% p.a. |
| Annual Fee: | N/A |
| Standard Features | |
| Credit Limit: | £25,000 |
| Interest Free Days: | Up to 59 days |
| On-Line Banking: | Yes |
| Approval Criteria | |
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Earn up to Double Nectar points for every £1 you spend in Sainsbury's stores and online for the first two years. YOU MUST HAVE A NECTAR CARD IN ORDER TO APPLY FOR THIS CREDIT CARD (Nectar points are NOT earned using this Credit Card)
| Introductory Offer | |
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| Balance Transfer Rate: | 0% for 15 mths |
| Balance Transfer Fee: | 3% |
| Purchase Rate: | 0% for 6 mths |
| Representative APR | |
| Purchases: | 16.9% p.a. (variable) |
| Representative Example: | If you spend £1,200 at a purchase interest rate of 16.94% (variable) your Representative APR will be 16.9% (variable). |
| Annual Rates | |
| Balance Transfers: | 16.9% p.a. |
| Cash Advance: | 24.9% p.a. |
| Annual Fee: | N/A |
| Standard Features | |
| Credit Limit: | £25,000 |
| Interest Free Days: | Up to 59 days |
| On-Line Banking: | Yes |
| Approval Criteria | |
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Receive 1,500 bonus Play Points if you spend £150 on your card within 90 days of your account opening - you can redeem these Points for a £15 Voucher!
| Introductory Offer | |
|---|---|
| Balance Transfer Rate: | 0% for 6 mths |
| Balance Transfer Fee: | 1.50% |
| Purchase Rate: | 0% for 9 mths |
| Representative APR | |
| Purchases: | 16.9% p.a. (variable) |
| Representative Example: | Representative 16.9% APR variable. Based on no annual fee, assumed borrowing of £1,200, rate of interest variable (annual) 16.9% |
| Annual Rates | |
| Balance Transfers: | 16.9% p.a. |
| Cash Advance: | 27.9% p.a. |
| Annual Fee: | N/A |
| Standard Features | |
| Credit Limit: | Subject to Status |
| Interest Free Days: | Up to 50 days |
| On-Line Banking: | Yes |
| Approval Criteria | |
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Currently offered are three APRs depending on circumstance – 17.9%, 21.9% and 23.9%. If you are accepted at the highest rate of 23.9% APR variable you may not be offered an introductory period on balance transfers and purchases.
| Introductory Offer | |
|---|---|
| Balance Transfer Rate: | 0% for 15 mths |
| Balance Transfer Fee: | 3% |
| Purchase Rate: | 0% for 15 mths |
| Representative APR | |
| Purchases: | 17.9% p.a. (variable) |
| Representative Example: | If you spend £1,200 at a purchase interest rate of 17.95% (variable) your Representative APR will be 17.9% (variable). |
| Annual Rates | |
| Balance Transfers: | 17.9% p.a. |
| Balance Transfer Fee: | 3% p.a. |
| Cash Advance: | 27.9% p.a. |
| Annual Fee: | N/A |
| Standard Features | |
| Credit Limit: | Subject to Status |
| Interest Free Days: | Up to 56 days |
| On-Line Banking: | Yes |
| Approval Criteria | |
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| Introductory Offer | |
|---|---|
| Balance Transfer Rate: | 0% for 12 mths |
| Balance Transfer Fee: | 3% |
| Purchase Rate: | 0% for 12 mths |
| Representative APR | |
| Purchases: | 17.9% p.a. (variable) |
| Representative Example: | If you spend £1,200 at a purchase interest rate of 17.95% (variable) your Representative APR will be 17.9% (variable). |
| Annual Rates | |
| Balance Transfers: | 17.9% p.a. |
| Balance Transfer Fee: | 3% p.a. |
| Cash Advance: | 27.9% p.a. |
| Annual Fee: | N/A |
| Standard Features | |
| Credit Limit: | Subject to Status |
| Interest Free Days: | Up to 56 days |
| On-Line Banking: | Yes |
| Approval Criteria | |
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Keep track of your money across your Lloyds TSB personal current and credit card accounts with Money Manager and Active Account Monitoring to spot any suspicious spending.
| Introductory Offer | |
|---|---|
| Balance Transfer Rate: | 0% for 15 mths |
| Balance Transfer Fee: | 3% |
| Purchase Rate: | 0% for 3 mths |
| Representative APR | |
| Purchases: | 17.9% p.a. (variable) |
| Representative Example: | If you spend £1,200 at a purchase interest rate of 17.95% (variable) your Representative APR will be 17.9% (variable). |
| Annual Rates | |
| Balance Transfers: | 17.9% p.a. |
| Cash Advance: | 27.9% p.a. |
| Annual Fee: | N/A |
| Standard Features | |
| Credit Limit: | £50,000 |
| Interest Free Days: | Up to 56 days |
| On-Line Banking: | Yes |
| Approval Criteria | |
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| Introductory Offer | |
|---|---|
| Balance Transfer Rate: | 0% for until Sep 2012 |
| Balance Transfer Fee: | 2.50% |
| Purchase Rate: | N/A |
| Representative APR | |
| Purchases: | 19.9% p.a. (variable) |
| Representative Example: | If you spend £1,200 at a purchase interest rate of 19.9% (variable) your Representative APR will be 19.9% (variable). |
| Annual Rates | |
| Balance Transfers: | 19.9% p.a. |
| Cash Advance: | 27.9% p.a. |
| Annual Fee: | N/A |
| Standard Features | |
| Credit Limit: | Subject to Status |
| Interest Free Days: | Up to 56 days |
| On-Line Banking: | Yes |
| Approval Criteria | |
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| Introductory Offer | |
|---|---|
| Balance Transfer Rate: | 0% for 14 mths |
| Balance Transfer Fee: | 2.98% |
| Purchase Rate: | 0% for 3 mths |
| Representative APR | |
| Purchases: | 16.9% p.a. (variable) |
| Representative Example: | Representative 16.9% APR variable. Based on no annual fee, assumed borrowing of £1,200, rate of interest variable (annual) 16.9% |
| Annual Rates | |
| Balance Transfers: | 16.9% p.a. |
| Cash Advance: | 24.1% p.a. |
| Annual Fee: | N/A |
| Standard Features | |
| Credit Limit: | Subject to Status |
| Interest Free Days: | Up to 56 days |
| On-Line Banking: | Yes |
| Approval Criteria | |
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There are no balance transfer fees when transferring a balance from another card. Please note - Nectar points are NOT earned using this Credit Card. If you wish to collect Nectar points with your credit card you should apply for the 'Sainsburys Nectar Credit card'.
| Introductory Offer | |
|---|---|
| Balance Transfer Rate: | N/A |
| Balance Transfer Fee: | N/A |
| Purchase Rate: | N/A |
| Representative APR | |
| Purchases: | 6.90% p.a. (variable) |
| Representative Example: | If you spend £1,200 at a purchase interest rate of 6.95% (variable) your Representative APR will be 6.9% (variable). |
| Annual Rates | |
| Balance Transfers: | 6.90% p.a. |
| Cash Advance: | 24.9% p.a. |
| Annual Fee: | N/A |
| Standard Features | |
| Credit Limit: | £25,000 |
| Interest Free Days: | Up to 59 days |
| On-Line Banking: | Yes |
| Approval Criteria | |
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Get 7.9% Representative APR (variable)
(Applies to every purchase and/or balance transfer you make)
No balance transfer handling fee!
| Introductory Offer | |
|---|---|
| Balance Transfer Rate: | N/A |
| Balance Transfer Fee: | N/A |
| Purchase Rate: | N/A |
| Representative APR | |
| Purchases: | 7.90% p.a. (variable) |
| Representative Example: | If you spend £1,200 at a purchase interest rate of 7.9% (variable) your Representative APR will be 7.9% (variable). |
| Annual Rates | |
| Balance Transfers: | 7.90% p.a. |
| Cash Advance: | 15.8% p.a. |
| Annual Fee: | N/A |
| Standard Features | |
| Credit Limit: | Subject to Status |
| Interest Free Days: | Up to 56 days |
| On-Line Banking: | Yes |
| Approval Criteria | |
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You must spend a minimum of £100 in the 1st 3 months or the 6 month 0% purchase duration is reduced to 3 months only. Keep track of your money across your Lloyds TSB personal current and credit card accounts with Money Manager and Active Account Monitoring to spot any suspicious spending.
| Introductory Offer | |
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| Balance Transfer Rate: | 4.90% for 12 mths |
| Balance Transfer Fee: | 1.50% |
| Purchase Rate: | 0% for 6 mths |
| Representative APR | |
| Purchases: | 11.9% p.a. (variable) |
| Representative Example: | If you spend £1,200 at a purchase interest rate of 11.95% (variable) your Representative APR will be 11.9% (variable). |
| Annual Rates | |
| Balance Transfers: | 11.9% p.a. |
| Cash Advance: | 24.9% p.a. |
| Annual Fee: | N/A |
| Standard Features | |
| Credit Limit: | £50,000 |
| Interest Free Days: | Up to 56 days |
| On-Line Banking: | Yes |
| Approval Criteria | |
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Get 5% cashback on up to £2,000 spend within 1st 3 months (Max £100). After this you can earn cashback rates of 1.25% with NO spend limit!!
| Introductory Offer | |
|---|---|
| Balance Transfer Rate: | N/A |
| Balance Transfer Fee: | N/A |
| Purchase Rate: | N/A |
| Representative APR | |
| Purchases: | 18.5% p.a. (variable) |
| Representative Example: | If you spend £1,200 at an annual interest rate of 14.0% (variable) with a £25 annual Fee your Representative APR will be 18.5% (variable). |
| Annual Rates | |
| Balance Transfers: | 18.5% p.a. |
| Cash Advance: | 22.9% p.a. |
| Annual Fee: | £25 p.a. |
| Standard Features | |
| Credit Limit: | £50,000 |
| Interest Free Days: | Up to 56 days |
| On-Line Banking: | Yes |
| Cashback | |
| Introductory Cashback Rate: | 5% p.a.3 mths |
| Standard Cashback Rate: | 1.25% |
| Approval Criteria | |
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Earn AA Reward Points on your everyday card purchases, and earn double points on motoring, fuel and AA products. Use your points to purchase from a range of motoring products and services.
| Introductory Offer | |
|---|---|
| Balance Transfer Rate: | 0% for 16 mths |
| Balance Transfer Fee: | 3% |
| Purchase Rate: | 0% for 3 mths |
| Representative APR | |
| Purchases: | 17.9% p.a. (variable) |
| Representative Example: | If you spend £1,200 at a purchase interest rate of 17.9% (variable) your Representative APR will be 17.9% (variable). |
| Annual Rates | |
| Balance Transfers: | 17.9% p.a. |
| Cash Advance: | 22.9% p.a. |
| Annual Fee: | N/A |
| Standard Features | |
| Credit Limit: | Subject to Status |
| Interest Free Days: | Up to 58 days |
| On-Line Banking: | Yes |
| Approval Criteria | |
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Earn AA Reward Points on your everyday card purchases, and earn double points on motoring, fuel and AA products. Use your points to purchase from a range of motoring products and services.
| Introductory Offer | |
|---|---|
| Balance Transfer Rate: | 0% for 12 mths |
| Balance Transfer Fee: | 3% |
| Purchase Rate: | 0% for 10 mths |
| Representative APR | |
| Purchases: | 16.9% p.a. (variable) |
| Representative Example: | If you spend £1,200 at a purchase interest rate of 17.9% (variable) your Representative APR will be 17.9% (variable). |
| Annual Rates | |
| Balance Transfers: | 16.9% p.a. |
| Cash Advance: | 22.9% p.a. |
| Annual Fee: | N/A |
| Standard Features | |
| Credit Limit: | Subject to Status |
| Interest Free Days: | Up to 58 days |
| On-Line Banking: | Yes |
| Approval Criteria | |
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