Investing and Car Finance Compensation
Description
The Chancellor wants more people to invest in shares, UK companies and infrastructure projects in a bid to boost growth in the economy. Rachel Reeves argued in her recent Mansion House speech that it would make people better off, but this kind of investment involves risk and is making some people nervous. We put those concerns to Treasury Minister Lucy Rigby.
When is the best time to start a pension? Around 45,000 parents and grandparents seem to think saving should start when you're born. Figures from HMRC show nearly £80 million was invested in private pensions for children in 2022/23 that's up 15%.
And the buyers of around 14 million cars who were deceived or misled about the commission paid to the dealer when they took out a car loan are set to receive an average payout of £700 for each deal. That estimate came from the Financial Conduct Authority this week when it set out details of a plan to compensate them, but it's less than the 'up-to-£950' it had suggested just a few months ago.
Presenter: Paul Lewis
Reporter: Dan Whitworth
Researchers: Catherine Lund
Producers: Robert Cave, Craig Henderson
Editor: Jess Quayle
Senior News Editor: Justin Bones
(First broadcast at 12pm on Saturday 11th October 2025)
United States
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