Hilary Osborne 

Money Talks: a record low fixed-rate mortgage and cheaper flights for kids

Plus, the best current accounts on offer, an Indian bank with top cash Isa rates and an investment opportunity from Wasps rugby club
  
  

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Some experts said the Co-op Bank’s move increased the likelihood that new two-year fixed rates could soon go below 1% for the first time. Photograph: Yui Mok/PA

Hello and welcome to this week’s Money Talks – a roundup of the week’s biggest stories and some things you may have missed.


Money news

Fixed-rate mortgages hit record low

Revealed: Britain’s most expensive places to rent a home

Air passenger duty scrapped for children under 12

Personal insolvencies drop to lowest level in a decade

Wasps targets fans with retail bond

Morrisons brings back staffed express checkouts

Investors withdraw record £1bn from UK equity funds


Feature

Banks want your current accounts, but who offers the best deals?

Work advice

Career cares? Work woes? Out of love with the office? Our expert is on hand to help. Put your questions to Jeremy, and help other readers with their worries.


Consumer champions

Our cash for old clothes has failed to materialise

My son desperately needs to get back to basics with BT

No ‘Hello Moto’ as Vodafone handset delivery disappears

In the spotlight

You may not have heard of Punjab National Bank, but it is currently offering the country’s best cash Isa rates. Miles Brignall found out more.

In pictures

Miniature pads for sale

Money deals

Planning your summer getaway? Don’t forget travel insurance – get a quote now and choose from four levels of cover to suit your needs.

Get 10 tips for making the most of your pension with this free guide from MarketViews.

 

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