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Bank customers in 'dire poverty'
Banks are accused of leaving some customers in "dire poverty" after taking money out of their accounts without permission.

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Millions of graduates will now start paying interest on their student loans again as new interest rates come into effect.

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Banks have written off a record amount of credit card debt despite charities reporting a fall in calls from worried borrowers.

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