News Tag: Barclaycard
March 18, 2010
Barclaycard has today confirmed it is to close its loan centre in Glasgow this summer, which will result in the loss of 350 jobs.
The centre, which is located at Academy Park on the city's south side, deals with loans arranged at the point of sale in shops.
Neil Radley, managing director of International Consumer Lending at ...
Barclaycard to close office in Glasgow with loss of 350 jobs
by Kay Murchie
September 11, 2009
Barclaycard has launched a new online service that allows potential customers to check their eligibility for a credit card without damaging their credit rating.
The pre-application check allows consumers to find out whether or not they are likely to be accepted for a specific Barclaycard credit card.
Using the service leaves a search footprint on the customer's credit file, Barclaycard said, but will not ...
Barclaycard launches pre-application credit check
by David Masters
September 1, 2009
Barclaycard has updated its online account management service.
The website has been redesigned to give customers more control over their Barclaycard accounts.
Updates include giving customers the choice as to how they view their account information and spending, and simplified log-in, balance transfers and transaction disputes.
Customers can choose to view their spending in categories, such as Leisure, Health, Entertainment and Groceries.
Pie charts and bar graphs ...
Barclaycard overhauls online service
by David Masters
August 12, 2009
Barclaycard's claim to be lending a helping hand to customers in financial difficulties are little more than a sham to boost the company's coffers, a financial expert has claimed.
The credit card provider has launched a new advice line targeting customers who are close to their credit limit or who are failing to clear their debts each month.
Customers will be sent ...
Barclaycard ‘the only winner’ from helping-hand scheme
by David Masters
June 9, 2009
With the summer festival season approaching fast, moneysupermarket.com has urged festival-goers to check if their home insurance covers possessions stored in a tent.
“Tents can be left unguarded for hours at a time, so while it's essential not to leave valuables lying around, it is also important to check your insurance will cover you if necessary,” said Steve Sweeney, head of home insurance ...
Is your festival tent insured?
by David Masters
Reckless card applicants risk “fouled” credit record
by David Masters
April 1, 2009
The Reader’s Digest 9th annual survey has revealed Britain’s most trusted brands, which in today’s climate, has more relevance than previous years.
Lloyds TSB (now Lloyds Banking Group following its takeover of HBOS) has retained the top spot for the most trusted bank/building society in the UK. Since the survey commenced, Lloyds has won the title several times.
The financial crisis ...
Reader’s Digest annual survey reveals Britain’s trusted brands
by Kay Murchie
February 5, 2009
Barclaycard has announced a four month interest rate freeze for all UK personal customers.
Barclaycard holders will not have their interest rate increased before June, whilst around three million 'low risk' customers will have their interest rate reduced by between 2.5 and 5 percentage points.
The credit card provider said it is still committed to risk based pricing, but is choosing to freeze ...
Barclaycard freezes interest rates until June
by David Masters
January 8, 2009
Barclaycard has reported that most debit cards it issues from March will contain contactless technology as standard.
Contactless cards enable users to pay for shopping under £10 by simply holding the card up to a terminal without taking it out of their wallet.
The payment is debited from their account as it would be for any debit card purchase.
The cards will also feature ...
Barclaycard to issue contactless debit cards
by David Masters
