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Fancy an extra few hundred quid in your pocket? It could be as simple as switching bank accounts. This week there are an impressive seven switching deals to choose from – we weigh up the competition.

We also explore whether taking too much from your pension is jeopardising your retirement pot. Plus, if you don't fancy cooking tonight, our experts give their tips on saving money when dining out.

Matthew Jenkin

Which? Money expert

TOP STORY

7 banks offering cash to switch

Cash incentives for switching are back, with most banks offering between £150 and £200. Barclays leads with £400 for Premier customers, plus an Isa bonus for those transferring savings.

What to know before switching

Editor’s picks

Why dipping too deep into your pension can be risky

New data shows more people are withdrawing their pension at 8% or more, well above the ‘safe’ limit of 4%. We discuss whether it's still a realistic target, and what to consider before taking money out.

Make your money stretch

Are you paying more for rapid grocery deliveries?

Deliveroo, Just Eat and Uber Eats offer a quick way to get supermarket groceries to your doorstep. But just how much is this convenience costing us? Our analysis found it could be up to twice as much.

The cost of convenience

Bank fraud refunds: why 30% of victims miss out

It’s been a year since new refund protections for bank transfer fraud victims began. Refund rates remain high, but almost a third of claims have been ruled out of scope – we look at why.

What you need to know

9 ways to save money when dining out

Taking your family out for a meal can now set you back more than £100. From timing your booking right to turning points into vouchers, our experts share clever ways to cut your bill when eating out.

Savour without splurging

Switch broadband, get £25

Switch via Which? and get a £25 Amazon.co.uk gift card. Offer ends 5 November 2025. Gift card will be emailed 90 days after the offer ends. T&Cs apply.

Find out more

New Which? Money podcast

Should you pay for your funeral now?

Listen time: 24 minutes

With funeral costs at a record high, paying for yours while you’re still alive might save your family from a financial shock when you’re gone. Which? Money journalist Holly Lanyon and Simon Cox, director of Funeral Solution Expert, discuss what you should consider before taking this step.

We help you weigh it up

Other top stories this week

The FCA says victims of car finance mis-selling can expect £700 in compensation – are you owed money?

More than 15,000 homes were burgled last October – find out how to stay protected this winter

Our investigation of furniture retailers uncovered dodgy sales practices; here's what we found

Around 15 million people paid out of pocket for private medical treatments. Is it worth using health insurance instead?

Plans to delete old pension records mean parents and carers could miss out on payments – check if you’re affected

People are working longer as the state pension age rises – see what’s changing next

The FTSE 100 hit a record high last week – is now a good time to buy UK shares?

Many under-55s don’t have enough life cover to protect their home – make sure you’re properly covered

Looking for preloved tech? See which second-hand retailers we crowned Which? Recommended Providers

Check out the best suitcase and cabin bag deals our travel expert has spotted in the October sales

Free English Heritage passes worth up to £40 are up for grabs. Act fast before they run out

MY MONEY PROBLEM

'I got scammed while applying for a travel visa'