MoneySavingExpert News Government 64% rise in number of clamped motoristsThe number of motorists who have been wheelclamped has risen by 64% in the last 12 months, according to figures out today.16 October 2009 Compensation boost for Equitable Life victims15 October 2009 Government: Student loan sale won't push up ratesThe Government has confirmed student loan rates will not rise for borrowers as a result the planned sale of the loan book.12 October 2009 Tory child trust fund cuts to hit 'normal families'Many 'average' families will be hit hard by Conservative plans to abolish child trust funds (CTFs) payments, if the Tories are elected. 9 October 2009 Energy prices could jump by 60%The cost of a typical family's annual energy bill could soar to £2,000 because of the volatility of the energy market and the huge investment required.9 October 2009 Tory Conference: State pension age could rise earlyThe Conservatives have confirmed they will bring forward the planned rise in the retirement age, if elected.6 October 2009 Icesave compensation and Isa deadlines loomSavers who had money in collapsed Icelandic bank Icesave have just over two weeks to claim compensation or risk losing their money for good.30 September 2009 Labour Conference: Childcare tax breaks may be axedLow and middle-income parents will be offered free childcare places for two-year-olds under new Government proposals. 30 September 2009 Row erupts over rushed-through broadband tax plansGovernment plans to legislate on its controversial broadband tax before the next general election have sparked angry criticism.24 September 2009 Number 10 to stop banks dipping into your account?The Prime Minister's office is to investigate banks and building societies' ability to take money from customers' accounts without permission.24 September 2009 First878889 Suggest a story Got a money-related news story that affects you? Email us