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HM Customs & Revenue loss of child benefit data
21 November 2007
Since being alerted to the loss of data, we have been working with the HMRC to minimise the risk to any child benefit recipients who have bank accounts with RBS, NatWest or Ulster Bank.
Female Entrepreneurs Welcome Posh Spice and Jordan to the List of Inspiring Business Role Models
13 November 2007
Pin ups and pop stars join politicians in the definitive list of business icons.
NatWest launches new investment offering protection and growth
16 October 2007
NatWest has launched a new current account for young people aged 11 to 18 which enables them to create their own card.
NatWest Launches New Current Account
18 September 2007
After a clear trend of rising debt, this year the 2007 NatWest Student Money Matters survey reveals that the average graduate debt has dropped for the first time in six years.
14th August 2007
After a clear trend of rising debt, this year the 2007 NatWest Student Money Matters survey reveals that the average graduate debt has dropped for the first time in six years.
Entrepreneurs Crave Independence and to be in Control
23rd July 2007
A strong desire to be in control of their own destiny plus the all important ability to spot a good market opportunity is driving forward the nation’s entrepreneurial spirit and flair according to the inaugural NatWest and RBS Small Business Monitor.
'Start Up' Tv Inspires Britain's Armchair Entrepreneurs
12th July 2007
Millions of Britons are hatching new business ideas and inventions, with popular reality TV business shows such as 'Dragon's Den' inspiring one in twelve wannabe entrepreneurs.
NatWest helps UK businesses get off the ground
9th July 2007
NatWest will be the only high street bank to offer small business start ups an unprecedented 2 years free banking, supported by free face to face advice from a network of over 1,700 locally based business managers.
NatWest Launches Its First Direct-Only Mortgage Deal
12 June 2007
NatWest, leader in Student Banking, is today launching its 2007 Student Package offering both competitive financial benefits and market leading incentives.
NatWest Launches 2007 Student Package
4 June 2007
NatWest, leader in Student Banking, is today launching its 2007 Student Package offering both competitive financial benefits and market leading incentives.
NatWest Launches 2007 Graduate Package
29 May 2007
Today sees NatWest launch its 2007 graduate package, which is available to students who have graduated from university within the last three years.
NatWest Launches New Credit Card Travel Reward Programme
25 April 2007
YourPoints offers unrivalled choice, flexibility and value.
Franchising Grows Twice as Fast as UK Economy
14 March 2007
The latest NatWest/British Franchise Association survey reveals the industry is now worth a record £10.8 billion.
NatWest to Boost its Mobile Bank Fleet with Two New Services in Devon and Cumbria
26 February 2007
NatWest is to boost its mobile banking service in both the North and South of the country with the launch of two new mobile banks in Devon and Cumbria.
NatWest Scores a Hat Trick of New Savings Deals!
13 February 2007
NatWest is encouraging customers to start saving early in 2007 with three attractive offers to get saving.
NatWest Launches First Dedicated Polish Bank Account in Britain
15 January 2007
NatWest brings to market a brand new current account for Polish-speaking customers.
NatWest Takes the 'Ouch' out of Voucher
12 December 2006
Brits will waste more than £105 million this Christmas buying gift vouchers for people who won't use them, according to new research. And the recipients of a further £40 million worth of vouchers will say 'thank you very much' and then ask for a cash swap.
Bold Ambition – Young Entrepreneurs Alive and Kicking in the UK
11 December 2006
More than half of sixth formers (60%) and university students (57%) would consider setting up their own business after they finish education, according to the 2006 NatWest Student Money Matters survey. Even more encouraging, one in four has an innovative business idea that they would like to pursue, proving that bright ideas are thriving in the UK's schools and universities.
NatWest Launches New Limited Edition Fixed Rate Bond
21 November 2006
NatWest has launched a new Limited Edition one-year Fixed Rate Bond at 5.25% for savers looking for a guaranteed rate over the next twelve months.
NatWest to Launch Mobile Banking Service in South Wales
16 October 2006
NatWest is to extend its Welsh Service with the launch of a mobile bank in South Wales. The mobile bank is aimed at providing a number of remote and deprived areas with direct access to face-to-face banking facilities.
Students Stay put and Think of Tomorrow
6 October 2006
The image of the stereotypical student existence - rowdy parties in halls of residence, chaotic rooms and meagre meals - is challenged by new research from NatWest, which reveals that more school leavers than ever are living at home during their university years.
NatWest Launches New Look Mortgages and Switching Facility
11 September 2006
NatWest has launched a new look mortgage range designed to make it even easier for customers to choose the right deal for them.
NatWest Home Insurance to Offer Free Home Emergency Cover
6 September 2006
NatWest home insurance is offering 12 months free Home Emergency cover with all new home insurance policies purchased before 31st October 2006.
NatWest Marks 10 Years of Buy-to-Let
21 August 2006
This month marks the ten-year anniversary since the inception of the buy-to-let mortgage.
New Students Expect to Pay £33,512 to Get a Degree
15 August 2006
The 2006 NatWest Student Money Matters survey reveals that sixth formers starting university this year expect to pay £33,512 for a three-year degree course.
NatWest Moves its Mortgage Rates
11 August 2006
NatWest today announced that the Bank’s Standard Variable Mortgage Rate would increase by 0.30 per cent to 6.89 per cent.
Brits Risk Accidents Through Careless Driving
31 July 2006
Road rules and driving advice is largely ignored according to recent research from NatWest Car Insurance.
NatWest Offers Free Motoring Assistance
31 July 2006
NatWest is adding 12 months free breakdown cover to all new car insurance policies purchased before 3 September 2006.
31 July 2006
Today sees NatWest launch Advantage Blue, a package of money saving benefits (worth £210) that can be bolted on a customer’s current account.
RBS and NatWest to Invest in an Initial 300 Free to Use Cash Machines in UK's Poorest Communities
28 July 2006
RBS and NatWest, the UK's leading community bank, is to install an initial 300 new free to use cash machines in the poorest communities in the UK.
NatWest Takes up The First Time Buyer Mantle
13 June 2006
Many UK homeowners are waiting until their mid-thirties or older to get on the property ladder, according to NatWest Mortgage Services.
NatWest Does The Legwork For New Businesses
05 June 2006
NatWest today launches a new service that will make it easier for people thinking about starting their own business to get all the research they need done for them.
NatWest Launches New Eye Catching Mortgage Deals
15 May 2006
NatWest has launched two new mortgage deals which include a money saving first time buyer product and one of the best buy to let deals on the market.
NatWest Raises Interest Rates On Its Savings Bonds
10 May 2006
NatWest has increased the interest rates across its suite of Savings Bonds by 0.3%. This follows hot on the heels of its new 5% tier on its Mini Cash ISA.
NatWest Launches 10% Premium Refund On Home Insurance
18 April 2006
NatWest has today announced a 10% premium refund on any new home insurance policies taken out between the 17 April and the 16 June.
£500 Holiday Cashback Giveaway From NatWest
18 April 2006
If there’s one thing people don’t like about holidays, it’s paying for them.
Small Businesses Spending 500 Million Hours on Red Tape
04 April 2006
British small businesses spend around 500 million hours per year complying with government regulations and paperwork, according to the latest NatWest/SERTeam Quarterly Survey of Small Business in Britain.
NatWest Launches New Limited Edition Mortgage Deals
29 March 2006
NatWest today launches three new, limited edition mortgage deals, including a market-leading Base Rate Tracker and a fees-assisted fixed remortgage deal.
A Tale of Two Decades For Small Businessess
20 March 2006
Small businesses have long been the lifeblood of the economy and have been at the frontline of the business cycle and any structural economic changes over the last 20 years.
NatWest Introduces Two New Mortgage Deals
13 March 2006
Today, NatWest further enhances its mortgage range with the launch of two new key products.
Bumper Year For Franchising Growth
13 March 2006
2005 was a bumper year for franchising according to the latest NatWest/ British Franchise Association survey, which shows that on key turnover and employment measures, 2005 was a record-breaking year.
The NatWest Pigs Are Back And They Are Full of it - Cash That is!
06 March 2006
After more than a decade, the NatWest pigs are coming out of retirement as part of a new NatWest Savings & Investments Free Prize Draw.
Romantic Brits Pop The Question With no Insurance
13 February 2006
With Valentines Day on the horizon, insurance is no doubt the last thing on most men’s minds having made the important decision to pop the question to their other halves.
NatWest Invites Homeowners to Take £1,000 Mortgage Challenge
06 February 2006
NatWest is taking its Mortgage Challenge to another level. Once again, customers from Halifax, Abbey, Lloyds TSB and C&G whose current mortgage deals are coming to an end are being invited to take the NatWest Mortgage Challenge.
NatWest Celebrates 25 Years in Franchising
02 February 2006
This year, NatWest celebrates 25 years of helping both franchisors and franchisees to succeed in the world of small business.
Small Firms Embrace Broadband Technology
23 January 2006
Small businesses have embraced new technology such as Broadband and wireless networking, according to the latest NatWest/ SERTeam Quarterly Survey of Small Businesses.
Sometimes it Pays to go Too Far on a Stag do
18 January 2006
A new survey by NatWest Travel Money reveals that 68% of Brits either have already said, or intend to say, no to expensive stag/hen do’s abroad.
NatWest Gives London a Free Ticket Home from The New Year's Eve Celebrations
06 December 2005
NatWest is to sponsor free travel for all on the London Underground this New Year's
Eve.
Lack of Suitable Franchisees Thwarts Growth
30 November 2005
A lack of suitable franchisees continues to be the biggest barrier to growth in
the franchising sector, according to the 2005 NatWest/BFA survey.
Partying Brits Neglect to Protect Homes
28 November 2005
With Christmas around the corner, Brits could face huge bills if their guests have
an accident on their property, according to a new survey by NatWest Home Insurance.
Enterprising Youngsters Keep UK's Entrepreneurial Spirit Alive
02 November 2005
Nearly three quarters of sixth formers and two thirds of university students would
consider setting up their own business after they finish education, according to
the 2005 NatWest Student Money Matters survey.
Brit Teens at Forefront of New Savings Trend and Yearn to be Educated on Finance
23 November 2005
Britain's teenagers are not only streetwise but also moneywise according to NatWest.
13 October 2005
Most look at it on the internet, men prefer to do it in the evenings and women in
the mornings.
Money Matters Worry University Freshers Survey
27 September 2005
With university underway for this year's intake of students, money worries seem
to be at the forefront of their minds.
Serial Entrepreneurs take on Small Business Market
20 September 2005
Nearly half of Britain's small businesses are serial entrepreneurs who own or have
owned more than one business, according to the latest NatWest/SERTeam Quarterly
Survey of Small Business.
Property Savvy Brits Long to Put More Money into Bricks and Mortar
26 August 2005
It would seem that home really is where the heart is, as Brits say they would spend
more money on property if they were financially secure.
15 August 2005
NatWest today cuts the rate on its Offset Flexible Mortgage by 0.30 per cent to
5.35 per cent.
New Students Expect to Pay £28,600 to Get a Degree
10 August 2005
With A Level results just around the corner, the 2005 NatWest Student Money Matters
survey reveals that sixth formers starting university this year expect to pay £28,600*
for a three year degree course, including the current tuition fees.
NatWest Car Insurance To Offer £30 Cash Back
03 August 2005
NatWest has introduced a £30 cash back offer on new car insurance policies purchased
before 30th September 2005.
NatWest Launches New and Improved Mortgage Deals for Intermediaries
29 July 2005
NatWest today launches a new mortgage portfolio for the intermediary market.
Brits Heading to Europe Miss Out on this Summer's Bargain Holidays
21 July 2005
Last year British holiday makers spent £7.9 billion abroad but if more of us deliberately
cashed in on the strength of the pound this figure could be drastically reduced
according to research by NatWest Travel Money Services.
NatWest Scores A Hat-Trick With Attractive Savings News
13 July 2005
As the weather hots up, so too do the savings deals at NatWest with a trio of products
to suit everybody.
NatWest To Launch Mobile Banking Service
11 July 2005
NatWest today announced the launch of a mobile bank for Cornwall. The mobile bank,
which will be unique in England and Wales is aimed at providing a number of rural
areas with direct access to face to face banking facilities.
30 June 2005
NatWest yesterday received due recognition for the high quality of its service and
products after it was announced that it has taken top spot in five award categories
at the Your Money Direct Awards. Most notably, among its five accolades, NatWest
has now won the 'Best Mortgage Provider' award for the sixth time in the last seven
years.
Young Savers are Quids in at the Bank Of Mum And Dad But Does it Really Help Them?
22 June 2005
Offering cash handouts to a son or daughter struggling to stand on their own two
feet could do more harm than good, according to new research by NatWest Primeline.
Government Regulations and Tax Burden Hit Small Businesses
14 June 2005
Government regulations and the total tax burden are now the top two problems facing
Britain's small firms, according to the latest NatWest/SERTeam Quarterly Survey
of Small Businesses.
Neighbourhood Trust Offers Minimal Home Insurance
07 June 2005
As part of its new look mortgage range, NatWest Mortgages has launched an annual
10% overpayment option on every deal.
NatWest Launches Annual 10% Overpayment Option on All Mortgages
27 May 2005
As part of its new look mortgage range, NatWest Mortgages has launched an annual
10% overpayment option on every deal.
NatWest Launches 2005 Graduate Package
01 June 2005
NatWest has launched its 2005 graduate package, which is available for students
who have graduated from university within the last three years.
01 June 2005
Many British holidaymakers could easily reduce the overall cost of their holiday
simply by changing the way they purchase foreign currency, according to a survey
by NatWest Travel Money Services.
NatWest Launches New Remortgage Deal and 10% Overpayment Option on All Mortgages
20 May 2005
NatWest today launches a brand new remortgage deal to the intermediary market as
part of its new look mortgage range.
NatWest Business Start Up Guide Leads the Way
16 May 2005
Starting up in business is clearly becoming an attractive, more viable option for
many potential entrepreneurs, partly due to the availability of advice and guidance
designed to make it easier to pursue the dream of going it alone.
Small Firms Look Beyond Their Local Community
03 May 2005
Small businesses in the UK feel less part of their local communities than ever before,
according to the NatWest/ SERTeam Quarterly Survey of Small Businesses.
International Pull for UK Franchisors says New Survey
25 April 2005
Over a third of franchisors in the UK have set their sights further afield and now
have an international presence according to the 2005 NatWest/British Franchise Association
Survey.
NatWest Launches Single Payment Scheme Loan
19 April 2005
NatWest has today launched a Single Payment Scheme loan designed to help agricultural
businesses address any shortfalls caused by the new EU regulations.
NatWest Launches Offset Mortgages Through Mortgage Trading Exchange
18 April 2005
NatWest today launches Offset Flexible Mortgages to the intermediary market through
the Mortgage Trading Exchange (MTE).
NatWest Encourages More People to Save
06 April 2005
With Child Trust Funds 'going live' today, NatWest continues to encourage the saving
trend amongst parents by rewarding those who set up a monthly direct debit* to invest
an additional amount in their Child Trust Fund account.
NatWest Launches Limited Edition Market Leading Buy To Let Deals
14 March 2005
NatWest today launches two new, market-leading buy-to-let deals for the intermediary
market. This further underlines NatWest's commitment to offering attractive mortgage
deals available to new and existing customers.
NatWest Launches New Range of Remortgage Deals For Intermediaries
25 Feb 2005
With 1.2 million mortgages predicted to come to the end of their offer period this
year, remortgage deals are forecast to account for 44% of new mortgages in 2005.
Small Businesses Spend 500 Million Hours on Red Tape Each Year
1 February 2005
Small businesses in the UK spend 500 million hours dealing with red tape each year,
according to the latest NatWest/SERTeam Quarterly Survey of Small Businesses in
Britain.
NatWest Launches Child Trust Fund
17 January 2005
The New Year sees the start of the Government's new savings initiative and to support
this, NatWest today launches its new 'stakeholder' Child Trust Fund account.
NatWest and its Staff Respond To The Tsunami Appeal
07 January 2005
RBS Group, which includes NatWest, has announced that in response to the Asian Tsunami
tragedy, it has given US$1million to the UK Disasters Emergency Committee's Tsunami
Earthquake Appeal.
NatWest.com Improves Online Options For Small Businesses
16 November 2004
Small and medium sized businesses can now gain access to the same online trading
platform as the likes of Sainsbury's and The Co-op, thanks to a new series of e-commerce
solutions now being offered online at
www.natwest.com, through its partnership with e-business provider, Shopcreator.
Students Show Entrepreneurial Flair for Business
25 October 2004
Almost 70% of sixth formers and half of undergraduate students would consider setting
up their own business when they finish full time education, according to the 2004
NatWest Money Matters Survey.
Start of Term Brings Money Worries to Students
27 September 2004
With freshers week days away, many of the 331,000* students about to start university
could be forgiven for feeling a little worried about leaving home for the first
time and the financial challenges that could be ahead. The 2004 NatWest Student
Money Matters Survey has found that whilst thinking that the cost of university
is going to be nearly £26,000, nearly two thirds of sixth formers intending to go
to university feel that they are not financially prepared.
NatWest Launches a Flexible Loan for Businesses
21 September 2004
NatWest has launched a new flexible loan for business customers, which will give
them the ability to create a loan to meet their specific business needs and change
it if their circumstances change at no extra cost.
NatWest Urges Students to Protect Themselves Away From Home
20 September 2004
With the average student taking £3,000 worth of possessions with them to college
and over 11% of all students in private accommodation experiencing domestic burglary
each year, the final bill to replace property could stretch their financial resources
to the limit if adequate insurance isn't in place.
Small Businesses Unclear on New Health and Safety Regulations
13 September 2004
Nearly two thirds of small businesses haven't thought about what they need to do
to comply with upcoming health and safety regulations, which are due to affect their
business from October 2004, according to a recent survey from NatWest Mentor Services,
the regulatory advice service from NatWest. Surprisingly, however, over two thirds
of small businesses say that they feel confident that they are up to date with new
Health and Safety regulations.
Another Way, Another First For NatWest Small Businesses
26 August 2004
NatWest today launches a brand new Offset Banking Service for Business which will
allow many small business customers to offset the balances on their business current
and savings accounts to help pay off their personal mortgage.
NatWest Launches Offset Banking
26 August 2004
NatWest today launches a new Offset Banking Service which will allow many home owning
customers to save thousands of pounds in interest and pay off their mortgage years
earlier.
NatWest Increases Savings Rates
17 August 2004
NatWest has increased its savings rates following the Bank of England's recent decision
to increase base rate by 0.25%. Savers will benefit from Wednesday, 1 September.
New Students Expect to Pay £26,000 For University Education
10 August 2004
With A-Level results on the horizon, the 2004 NatWest Student Money Matters Survey
reveals that sixth formers are already expecting to graduate with debts of nearly
£13,000.
British Public not Playing 'FTSE' Due to Stock Market Jargon
26 July 2004
Confusion over industry jargon is a key reason why more Britons are not investing
in the stock market, according to a new survey from NatWest Stockbrokers.
Small Businesses Reduce Staff due to Red Tape
19 July 2004
Over 50% of small businesses admit to either reducing the number of people they
employ or even avoid employing more people because of the concern over the increased
burden of paperwork, according to a recent survey by Mentor, the advice service
from NatWest.
Egypt Tops the List of New Holiday Hot Spots
13 July 2004
Egypt and Turkey now head the list of the fastest growing holiday hot spots for
2004, according to NatWest Travel Services.
NatWest Increases Savings Rates
1 July 2004
NatWest has increased its savings rates following the Bank of England's recent decision
to increase base rate by 0.25%. Savers will benefit from today, Thursday, 1 July.
NatWest Launches 2004 Graduate Account
30 June 2004
NatWest has launched its 2004 graduate account, which is available for up to three
years from graduation. This new package includes a host of financial and other benefits
to help with the transition from student to graduate life.
Silver Surfers Lead the way with Internet Banking
16 June 2004
Two thirds of over 50 year olds who use the internet are now managing their finances
online, according to a new survey from NatWest online banking, placing silver surfers
among the fastest growing internet banking users in Britain.
NatWest Students to Get Free 5 Year Young Persons Railcard
07 June 2004
NatWest has secured an exclusive deal to offer students opening a NatWest account
this year, a 5 year Young Persons Railcard, worth £100, if they open an account
after 21 June 2004.
British Ask 'Will we Ever Reach our Financial Prime?'
01 June 2004
A third of Britons NEVER expect to reach their financial prime, according to new
research revealed by NatWest Primeline, even though 68% of respondents have been
saving money since before their 21st birthday.
NatWest Increases Savings Rates By Full Amount
24 May 2004
NatWest has increased its savings rates following the Bank of England's recent decision
to increase base rate by 0.25%. Savers will benefit from Tuesday, 1 June.
Mobile Phone Top-Ups at Royal Bank of Scotland and NatWest Cash Machines Now Available
14 May 2004
Royal Bank of Scotland and NatWest customers are now 'topping up' their mobile phones
without charge at the Banks' cash machines around Britain.
NatWest Cuts Personal Loan Rates
14 April 2004
NatWest has once again cut rates on personal loans over £5,000 by up to 3.0%. This
offer is available to both NatWest and non-NatWest customers for a limited period
of time.
NatWest Creates 1,000 New Jobs In Branches
01 April 2004
NatWest today announces yet another major investment in its branch network, with
the planned recruitment of more than 1,000 new members of staff.
Motivation and Experience are Top Characteristics for Franchisees
08 March 2004
The ability to self motivate (68%) and experience of sales and marketing (24%) are
the most important characteristics that franchisors seek in potential franchisees,
according to the 2004 NatWest/British Franchise Association survey.
Britons Need Money and Guidance to Invest
02 March 2004
Over half of Britons would invest in the stock market if they were given £10,000,
according to a new survey by NatWest Stockbrokers.
NatWest Increases Savings Rates By Full Amount
05 February 2004
NatWest has increased its savings rates following the Bank of England's decision
today to increase base rate by 0.25%. Savers will benefit from Monday, 9 February
2004.
Red Tape Number One Problem For Small Businesses… Again
26 January 2004
Excessive Government regulations and paperwork has moved back to the top of the
list of key concerns for small businesses, according to the latest NatWest Quarterly
Survey of Small Businesses in Britain. The report found that 18% of small firms
now see red tape as the biggest problem facing their business, a jump of 8% over
the last six months.
Britons say "I don't know what eye'd do without you"
19 January 2004
Nearly half of Britons would insure their eyes over any other part of their body,
according to a new survey by NatWest Insurance Services. What's more, they think
that they are so valuable that two thirds would insure them for over £100,000.
NatWest Slash Personal Loan Rates
07 January 2004
NatWest has slashed the rates on personal loans over £5,000 by up to 4.0%. This
offer is open to anyone who applies online via www.natwest.com.
NatWest Cash Machine Give-Away Ultimate Valentine's Weekend Up for Grabs
06 January 2004
Anyone using NatWest's cash machines over the new few weeks could banish those New
Year blues and withdraw more than they bargained for by winning the ultimate Valentine's
weekend in Rome. Ten 'Golden Ticket' prizes are being randomly loaded into NatWest's
cash machines between 5 January and 6 February 2004 and the lucky winners, who will
find a Golden Ticket amongst their cash, will each jet off on an all expenses paid
Valentine's weekend trip for two to Rome and receive £5,000 spending money*.
Economic Conditions Improve For Small Businesses
09 December 2003
Britain's small firms have reported a better than expected results this quarter
and confidence about prospects for next quarter has also risen, according to the
latest NatWest Quarterly Survey of Small Businesses in Britain. The survey shows
that sales turnover (+15%), average employment (+2%), investment (+7%) and selling
prices (+25%) are all up on last quarter's figures.
Czech Republic Tops The List of New Holiday Hot Spots
08 December 2003
Spain may have just pipped France as the most popular holiday destination for British
holidaymakers, but the Czech Republic tops a new group of countries that are the
fastest growing holiday hot spots, according to NatWest Travel Services.
NatWest.com Wins Best Consumer Financial Services Website Award
04 December 2003
NatWest.com has been named the 'Best Consumer Financial Services' website by the
British Interactive Media Association, beating other providers such as Halifax and
Swinton Insurance.
British are Creatures of Habit When Choosing Where to Invest
01 December 2003
British people are creatures of habit when it comes to investing in the stock market,
according to a recent survey from NatWest Stockbrokers, which found that 58% of
Britons who own shares never sell them. What's more, nearly a third of respondents
admitted to only checking the share price on their investment twice a year.
NatWest Increases Variable Mortgage Rate
17 November 2003
NatWest Mortgage Services is increasing its Standard Variable Mortgage Rate by 0.25
per cent to 5.84 per cent. The rate change is effective from Monday, 1 December
2003 for new and existing customers.
Millions In The Market For The Long Term
20 October 2003
Over 14 million Britons are still investing in the stockmarket, according to a new
survey from NatWest Stockbrokers. Almost 9 out of 10 shareholders however admit
that they are not in it for a quick profit and recognise that the stockmarket plays
an important part in their long-term savings plans.
16 October 2003
NatWest is increasing interest rates on its Millennium, Personal Savings, Children's,
and Community Bonds by up to 0.25%.
Enterprising Youngsters Want To Be Their Own Boss
13 October 2003
Nearly half of the young people (15 - 19 years) in Britain would consider setting
up their own business when they finish university, according to a new survey by
NatWest Business Banking. What's more, a third of those considering it are proactively
trying to improve their chances of success by studying with the specific intention
of starting their own business.
Small Businesses Reduce Staff Due To Employment Law
15 September 2003
Over 50% of small businesses admit to either reducing the number of people they
employ or avoid employing more people because of the concern over the increased
burden of paperwork, according to the latest NatWest Quarterly Survey of Small Business
in Britain. More revealing however is that when firms make the decision to become
employers, many of them choose to restrict or even reduce the numbers of staff they
employ in order to avoid further regulation and paperwork.
Women on Top... Of Their Finances
18 August 2003
British women are in control of their cash, according to a new survey by NatWest
Internet Banking which found that over a third of women know the balance on their
current account to the nearest £1. Men however have a much more laissez faire attitude
about their finances, with 35% only knowing their balance to the nearest £50 and
10% not knowing it at all.
The £20,000 Degree - School Leavers Concern Over University Debt
12 August 2003
With A-Level results days away, sixth formers are facing up to the harsh reality
that University could leave them with debts of over £10,000, according to the 2003
NatWest Student Money Matters survey. Average anticipated debt is steadily rising
year on year, up £1,300 from 2002, whilst this year's freshers believe they will
have to find £854.88 a month to cover essentials such as rent, food, and books to
beer and cigarettes. That works out at a staggering £20,517 required to cover living
expenses over a three-year degree.
Don't bank on early retirement
3 December 2002
Almost 60% of small business owners still expect to be working full time into their
60s, and some even longer, according to the latest NatWest Small Business Research
Trust (SBRT) Quarterly Survey of Small Business.
NatWest launches NatWest One microsite
30 October 2002
NatWest has launched a new microsite, www.natwest.com/one which promotes NatWest
One, the current account mortgage that combines loans, overdrafts and savings in
the same account.
Howzat! NatWest bowls over cancer charity
23 October 2002
NatWest has raised an impressive £175,000 for Marie Curie Cancer Care as part of
their new partnership promoting sun safety.
NatWest Launches New Fixed Rate, 100% and Buy To Let Mortgages
3 September 2002
NatWest has launched a range of new competitive fixed rate mortgages. These include
a market leading 4.79% for 18 months and from 4.99% for two years. The Bank has
also rolled out a new two year fixed rate 100% mortgage of 5.75%, complete with
a £100 cash back and £1 valuation fee, and a new two year Buy to Let fixed rate
of 5.49%.
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