The Bank of England reduced the bank base rate from 5.00% to 4.75% on 07 November 2024.
Keep reading to learn more about what this latest update means for our members.
Fixed rate savings will be unaffected by the change in base rate, and your interest rate will remain the same until the end of the fixed term.
Variable rate savings will see a reduction in interest rates. Letters have been issued to the variable rate account holders impacted, with their new rates and the date the change will come into effect.
Tracker rate savings will see rates decrease automatically as per the accounts’ terms and conditions.
Details of our savings products can be found in the closed issues document. Alternatively, please call our team for more information about your current interest rate/product type on 01282 440500.
The date the changes take effect varies depending on the type of variable rate account you have with us and the notice period we need to give you, as specified in your original product terms and conditions.
No, you don't need to do anything in response to these changes; your account will update automatically.
If you're unhappy with your new rate, it might help to review your rate against the market. We try to keep our rates as fair as possible, but it's always sensible to look at your options regularly. We hope you choose to keep your money with us, but if you decide to move your savings to an account that better suits your needs, you can:
We’re always happy to support members with any issues or queries they may have. If you'd like to ask us anything, please get in touch with your local branch or call us on 01282 440500.
We’re always happy to support members with any issues or queries they may have. If you’d like to speak to us, please get in touch on 01282 440500.
The base rate is the rate of interest set by the Bank of England to help control inflation. It's important because it influences the interest rates set by banks and building societies for their savings and mortgage customers.
We'd review the impact of any further bank base rate changes along with the market and other economic factors at the time. It may impact the interest rates we provide on our savings and mortgages.
If you have an account with the Society and can’t remember the rate or type of rate, take a look at our ‘Closed Issues’ document.
Did you know that your eligible deposits are protected by the Financial Services Compensation Scheme (FSCS) up to the value of £85,000 (£170,000 for joint accounts)?
We’re here to help if you have any questions about the base rate change or your accounts with the Society. Visit our ‘Contact Us’ page to find out more.