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RSPB credit card
RSPB credit cards, issued by the Co-operative Bank, raise funds for wetland wildlife every time they're used. Issued by the ethically- and environmentally-motivated Co-operative Bank, the RSPB Visa card scheme has been running since 1989. How does the credit card benefit the RSPB?Opening an account gives immediate benefits and long term income to RSPB:
These sums quickly add up - in the last four years alone RSPB Visa cards have raised over £2 million for conservation. What cards are available?You can apply for a Platinum or Classic credit card. They offer a variety of terms to suit your needs (whether you pay off your account each month or use the card to spread your spending) and each card has a distinctive bird image. Classic Card0% on purchases and balance transfers* for six months. Reverts to a rate of 18.9% APR typical/variable Advantage Platinum0% on purchases and balance transfers* for six months. Reverts to a variable rate of 14.9% APR typical/variable Fixed Rate PlatinumStandard interest rate of 8.9% APR typical (variable after 5 years) How do I apply?Visit The Co-operative Bank website for more information and to apply online, or telephone 0800 55 11 99 (quoting code 51020). * For the Classic and Advantage Platinum credit cards there is a balance transfer fee of 2.5% of the transfer value is applicable during the promotional rate period only (minimum of £5). Credit facilities provided by The Co-operative Bank plc, PO BOX 101, 1 Balloon Street, Manchester M60 4EP are subject to status and not available to non-UK residents or anyone under 18 years of age. To be considered for a Gold card you must be aged 21 years or over, have an annual income of at least £15,000 and already have a credit card account. To be considered for a Platinum card account you must be aged 25 or over, have an annual income of at least £25,000 and already have a credit card account. The Co-operative Bank reserves the right to decline any application but may, in certain circumstances and at its discretion offer an alternative card account at a rate which differs from those advertised. Written quotations are available on request. Calls may be monitored and/or recorded for security and/or training purposes. Excludes balance transfers from other credit card provided by The Co-operative Bank. The Co-operative Bank is authorised and regulated by the Financial Services Authority (No. 121885), subscribes to the Banking Code, is a member of the Financial Ombudsman Service and is licensed by the Office of Fair Trading (No. 006110). Last modified: 03 July 2008 |
Beach, RSPB Onziebust reserve, Egilsay, Orkney - Andy Hay (rspb-images.com, Ref: 2000_1045_009 )
Family having fun on a walk - Getty Images
Puffins on Isle of May nature reserve - Andy Hay (rspb-images.com, Ref: 1009614)
Bird illustrations by Mike Langman (RSPB)