Bonds, Isas and pensions: budget measures that affect consumers

A “market-leading” government-backed savings bond paying 2.2% will be available for 12 months from April, the chancellor confirmed.The bond, which will be offered by National Savings & Investments, was first announced by Hammond in his November 2016 autumn statement.It will be open to everyone aged 16 and over and have a minimum investment limit of £100 and a maximum of £3,000.