Is there an ethical bank? Rating the ethical and environmental record of 32 UK current accounts, with recommended buys.
We also look at app-based banking, which banks own which brands, fossil fuel investments, tax avoidance, and how to switch accounts.
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We provide all the tools and resources you need to make choices at the checkout simple, informed and effective.
Latest magazine - finance for a zero carbon future
Includes guides to: Mortgages, Car Insurance, Home Insurance, Ethical Pensions, Accounts for small businesses and charities
The latest magazine includes guides to:
- Mortgages
- Ethical Pensions
- Home Insurance
- Car Insurance
- Accounts for small businesses and charities
Which are the ethical and green finance companies?
Features on:
Ethical Financial Advice
Which consumer brands are funding Donald Trump?
Issue 187 (Nov/Dec 2020) now in print and online.
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Finding the most ethical mortgage, with ethical and environmental ratings for 35 mortgage providers, and recommended Best Buys. We also look at the bank and building society mortgages, green mortgages and the the Green Homes grant, Credit Unions Islamic mortgages and how COVID-19 has affected mortgages.Read more →
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