News in May 2008
- 29 May 2008Which? exposes firms using costly helplinesWhich? has named companies using expensive helplines that often make money at the expense of consumers.
- 29 May 2008Three lotions fail the Which? sunscreen testWhich? research published today shows that some sunscreens fail to offer the level of protection claimed on the bottle.
- 28 May 2008One in three with PPI may find it worthlessA third of consumers who have taken out payment protection insurance (PPI) in the last five years may never be able to make a claim, Which? warns today.
- 28 May 2008ID fraud hotspots revealedMore than 6,000 victims contacted credit information firm Experian last year, compared with 3,500 the year before.
- 26 May 2008New powers to tackle rogue tradersNew rules come into force today to help prevent consumers being ripped off by rogue traders or bullied by high-pressure sales tactics.
- 26 May 2008Kia reveals its SoulKia has released shots of its latest car due to hit UK showrooms next year.
- 23 May 2008Banks to appeal 'unfair charges' rulingThe decision by Britain’s high street banks to appeal last month’s landmark judgement on unauthorised overdraft fees is ‘kick in the teeth for consumers’, Which? says today.
- 21 May 2008Half of us risking bank fraudOne in two people are failing to take the most basic precautions to protect themselves from credit card and bank account fraud, Which? Money reveals today.
- 20 May 2008Orange launches internet radioTelecoms giant Orange is entering the internet radio market by launching its own device.
- 13 May 2008VW unveils Passat CC pricesVolkswagen (VW) has unveiled prices for its new four-door coupé, the Passat CC, which is available to order from Friday.
- 09 May 2008Watchdog raps insurance comparison sitesThe City watchdog has warned that some insurance comparison websites could be misleading consumers because of the way they presented information.
- 09 May 2008Poll finds Ford is the UK's favourite car makerFord is the most popular car maker for British motorists, according to a new survey.
- 09 May 2008Bus passengers at end of routes waiting longestBus passengers in Scotland and those waiting at stops towards the end of a long route are getting the poorest bus services, new government figures show.
- 09 May 2008Carphone Warhouse reveals electronics store planCarphone Warehouse has announced plans to create a European consumer electronics empire after striking a £1.1 billion deal with US group Best Buy.
- 09 May 2008Government rapped for care of elderly peopleThe government has been condemned by a leading charity for its treatment of the elderly.
