News in 2008
- 31 Dec 2008Drivers 'could face health checks every 10 years'Drivers could face new health tests every 10 years to ensure that they are fit to be behind the wheel, it has been reported.
- 31 Dec 2008Petrol price has hit three-year lowConsumers battling the cold and the credit crunch received some mid-winter cheer today as the AA announced the price of petrol has reached a three-year low.
- 31 Dec 2008Travel agents 'mislead public on insurance'New poll shows holidaymakers are getting shoddy insurance advice from travel agents.
- 31 Dec 2008Communications database may be run by private firmA proposed communications database containing details of everybody's phone calls, emails and internet use could be run by a private firm, it is claimed.
- 30 Dec 2008More than 150 Woolworths branches shut Woolworths will continue its slow demise today with more than 150 branches closing, as the crisis gripping the high street spreads.
- 30 Dec 2008Fashion chain USC goes into administrationThe British high street has been dealt another blow today with fashion retailer USC going into administration, putting 300 jobs at risk.
- 30 Dec 2008Zavvi gift vouchers can't be redeemed in-storeZavvi gift cards and vouchers bought before 27 November may be almost worthless - consumers should take action now
- 30 Dec 2008Bush Blu-ray disc player for under £100 at ArgosArgos has reduced the cost of the Bush BD01 Blu-ray player to less than £100
- 30 Dec 2008Internet age ratings may be an optionWebsites may be given film-style age ratings applied to protect children from harmful internet content such as web video clips of beheadings.
- 30 Dec 2008Hot car deals, 30th December 2008The latest car deals from across the UK. Which? scours the classifieds for festive offers on new and used cars.
- 30 Dec 2008Car gadgets 'could cause sickness'Many thousands of Britons will have received presents in the form of in-car entertainment and sat navs this Christmas.
- 30 Dec 2008Many to go local or stay at home for New YearA new survey from NS&I shows that many consumers are cutting the cost of New Year. You can save even more with Which?'s money saving tips.
- 29 Dec 2008Charities call for tax exemption during downturnAs leading charities, including Save The Children, call for changes to VAT and Gift Aid rules, read the Which? guide to giving to charity
- 29 Dec 2008High street price cuts to continue through 2009Cautious spending by consumers will force retailers to slash prices through 2009 says retail trade body
- 29 Dec 2008Which? Best Buys dominate Flickr websiteCanon's are by far the most commonly used cameras on the Flickr photo-sharing website. The Apple iPhone and the Nokia N96 also prove popular
