UK savers urged to ‘act now’ before interest rates start falling

While an interest rate cut by the Bank of England is considered a near-certainty, experts cautioned against ‘apathy’ when it comes to savings accounts. Photograph: Maureen McLean/REX/Shutterstock

Britain’s savers are being urged to “act now” to take advantage of the best rates before they start falling.

With a Bank of England interest rate cut on Thursday considered a near-certainty, experts cautioned against “apathy” and said there were still competitive products available for those looking for a better deal on their savings.