Britons 'saving more than ever'

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Determined savers are putting more than £100 a month away on average - marking the highest amount since records began nine years ago.

The findings from Treasury-backed savings body NS&I come despite the continued squeeze on people's budgets from high living costs and stagnant wages, as well as the poor savings returns on offer generally following four years of the bank rate being held at a record 0.5% low.