Abbey has announced improvements to its Shopping credit card, making it the ideal retail accessory.

Not only is the card available in a choice of colours – pink or blue – it also now has an extended zero per cent rate for nine months over the previous six.

At the end of the nine-month zero per cent period, APR rises to 15.9 per cent, but the card offers an interest-free period of up to 59 days when the statement balance is settled in full and on time every month.

Customers can also choose not only the colour but also the type of card – either Visa or MasterCard – and receive free purchase protection insurance for up to 100 days.

The card is ideal for those planning a big purchase this summer, whether it’s a family holiday, a wedding or just a well-earned treat.

Click here to compare credit card offers.

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