Cheques
Why don't cheques clear instantly?
Why can't the system be speeded up?
Why don't all banks allow access to funds on the same day?
What advice would you offer to customers who are inconvenienced by the time taken to access cheque funds?
Can I stop a cheque?
What is special presentation or special clearance?
Can a cheque be paid into the account of someone other than the named payee?
How much money do banks make from cheque clearing?
What alternatives are there to cheques?
Is it true that cheques are only valid for six months?
Can I post-date a cheque?
What protection is there against cheque fraud?
Who pays for cheque fraud losses — retailers, banks or customers?
How are foreign cheques cleared? And can UK cheques be cleared abroad?
I have heard that you can use euro-denominated cheques in the UK?
Are bankers' drafts/building society cheques as good as cash? How do they work?
What are credit card cheques?
I paid by cheque at a retailer and the funds left my account within two days. Why?
What advice do you have for consumers about being on guard against cheque fraud?
Where can I go for more advice about cheque fraud?
