Shopping for financial products at M&S Money Direct UK website is just as simple as shopping for fashion or furniture at the Marks and Spenser online store. Here are just some of the financial products which can be purchased via the M&S Money Direct website:

• M&S Insurance: M&S Car Insurance, M&S Home Insurance, M&S Life Insurance, M&S Wedding Insurance, M&S Pet Insurance, M&S Travel Insurance
• M&S Credit Cards: M&S Credit Card, M&S Premium Club Card
• M&S Loans: M&S Car Buying Plan, M&S Personal Loans
• M&S Money: M&S Travel Money for your trips abroad
• M&S Savings: M&S Everyday Savings Account, M&S Fixed Rate Savings, M&S Stocks & Shares ISA, M&S Cash ISA, M&S Unit Trust

Of course, many of these types of product can be purchased elsewhere too; however, once you begin to take a closer look at the products from Marks & Spencers, it's easy to see that these are good financial products, at value-for-money prices.

And, just as importantly, contacting M&S Money Direct in the event of a query, or an insurance claim, is as easy as picking up the phone, or visiting the M&S Money Direct website.

Besides Marks and Spencers Car Insurance, M&S Money Direct Credit Cards and other financial products, M&S Money Direct Home Insurance deserves particular mention, with it being particularly good value for money, and providing extra insurance cover that many UK insurance companies either don't provide at all, or would charge extra for.

With M&S Money Direct Premier Contents policy, for example, student's belongings are not only covered at home, but also at college or university. Additionally, dependent relatives are also covered if their belongings happen to be in a nursing home. Even better still, your Marks & Spencer purchases are also protected while you take them home.

Also, on both M&S Money Direct Premier Home Insurance and Standard Home Insurance policies, you can choose to include Contents Away From Home. This option would then provide valuable cover all of your personal belongings on a worldwide basis.

Marks & Spencers may not necessarily be the first name that springs to mind when you're thinking about renewing your Home Insurance or Car Insurance, but Marks and Spencer do indeed offer a comprehensive selection of financial products, all of which are competitively priced, and all of which you can purchase directly from the M&S Money Direct website. With a simple, no-hassle service, you can compare features between a number of M&S Money Direct products and competitor's products, and sign up in just a few minutes.

Whether you're looking for savings products or M&S Money Direct loans, credit cards or Home Insurance - besides a number of other insurance products, M&S Money Direct can save you both time and money, with comprehensive information available at a click.

Free insurance quotes are available online for all of M&S Money Direct insurance products (Home Insurance, Car Insurance, Travel Insurance, Wedding Insurance and Pet Insurance), or you may call if you wish to on the telephone number provided. Suffice to say that there is also plenty of information which you can download for each of the Mark's & Spencer insurance products in document format too.

Pure Cotton Long Sleeve Check Shirt, at Marks and Spencers
Smart, contemporary and comfortable, this pure cotton shirt can be worn long sleeved, or with the sleeves rolled up and fastened in place. A practical easycare style

Body Padded Plunge T-Shirt Bra, at Marks and Spencer
Smooth and versatile, this comfortable t-shirt bra is designed for a no-show look under your clothes

Cashmilon™ Polo Neck Knitted Jumper, at Marks and Spencers
Fashionable and flattering, this knitted jumper is made from supersoft cashmilon™ and features a polo neck

Mixed Bead Necklace & Earrings Set, at Marks and Spencer
2 part set Adjustable length mixed bead necklace with clasp fastening Hook fastening drop earrings with mixed bead design

Triple Layer Victoria Sandwich, at Marks and Spencer
14 pre-cut slices Serves 14 Ready to eat 2.1kg Not suitable for nut allergy sufferers Suitable for vegetarians Comes in a box suitable for storing the cake before serving As featured on page 52 of the Food to Order brochure Order by 5pm to collect in 5 days Available for collection in the majority of our UK mainland stores

Leather Bin, at Marks and Spencer
Elegant waste bin Broad base Circular design H22.5cm x W22.5cm x D29cm, Manufacturer: Marks & Spencer

Classic Collection Sleeveless Scallop Trim Nightdress, at Mark's & Spencer
Fresh and feminine, this nightdress is comfortable to sleep in and features pretty floral embroidered details

Autograph Cashmere Blend Pashmina Scarf, at Mark's & Spencer
Vamp up any wardrobe basic with this on-trend pashmina

Detroit Trunk Coffee & Side Table Set, at MarksandSpencer
Trunk coffee table: H50 x L100 x W55cm Side table: H56 x W50 x D50cm Top of coffee table opens to reveal storage Made from White Oak solids and veneers Finished with 2 coats of durable, clear lacquer of mid sheen Solid oak legs Table top panel made from oak veneer with a solid oak edging for strength All joints are glued and pressed together in the factory, giving more inherent strength than flat pack fittings Free eco-friendly delivery to your home. Our crews will unpack, assemble and position the item This product is not available for international delivery. Find out more Why use veneers? Unlike solid timber, veneer does not twist/warp/split to the same degree. Only the finest logs are used in veneer production. It is environmentally sound and traditional - much of the finest cabinetry in the world is veneered. Care & Cleaning: Wipe with a soft clean cloth and use a mild furniture cleaner or polish occasionally. Be sure to follow the manufacturer's instructions, and be aware that polishes can add sheen, Manufacturer: Marks & Spencer

Mirrored Sink Unit, Sink & Tap Set, at Mark & Spensers
Sink Unit: H81 x W60 x D43cm Overall: H89 x W60 x D43cm Mirrored glass Clear handles Toughened safety glass shelves All joints are glued and pressed together in the factory, giving more inherent strength than flat pack fittings Free eco-friendly delivery to your home. Our crews will unpack, assemble and position the item This product is not available for international delivery. Find out more , Manufacturer: Marks & Spencer

4 Glass Floral Placemats, at Marks & Spencers
Pack of 4 Rectangle shape Floral design, Manufacturer: Marks & Spencer

Anniversary Gold Label Cabernet Sauvignon 2007 - Case of 12, at Mark's & Spencer
Style: Dry, medium bodied Grape variety: Cabernet Sauvignon Country of origin: France Closure: Screw cap Suitable for vegetarians Bottle: 12 x 75cl. Alcohol by volume: 13.5% vol. Alcohol units per bottle: 10.1 Alcohol units per 125ml: 1.7 Contains sulphites You must be 18 or over to purchase this product This product is not available for international delivery. Find out more

Spot Side Ruched Tankini Top, at Marks & Spencers
Feminine and glamorous, this swimsuit is designed to fit and flatter. The halterneck makes it even more stylish

Sleeveless Pleated Bib Tunic, at Marks & Spenser
This pleated bib tunic is a real winner this season. Featuring button detail and crinkle effect, it's a fashionable contemporary piece

Blue Harbour Pure Cotton Crew Neck T-Shirt, at MarksandSpencer
Fashionable and relaxed, this crew neck t-shirt is made from pure cotton it's soft, breathable and comfortable to wear

Isis Body Spray, at Marks and Spencer
Scented body spray 100ml This product is not available for international delivery. Find out more

Sony RDR-HXD890 HDD DVD Recorder, at Marks & Spencer
Memory 160GB capacity for a max recording of 455 hours (23 in HQ+ recording mode) onto the Hard Disk Drive Integrated Digital & Analogue Tuner: Provides access to all Freeview™ terrestrial digital channels, analogue channels and radio stations (subject to coverage in your area) HD Upscaling: Creates HD images from a non-HD source Region Code: Region 2 Pause Live TV: Pause live TV and press play whenever you're ready Series Link: With the touch of a button your recorder will automatically record all episodes of your favourite series and you will not miss anything during the season x-Pict Story: An enhanced Photo Slide Show feature which enables you to frame your photos with the appropriate look and feel through sound and transition effects, which can then be burnt to DVD USB Ports: 2 USB ports allow connection to PictBridge™ compatible printer, digital camera or other USB storage devices HDD Cam Connection: Record your memories onto the Hard Disk Drive and choose between different modes Digital Music Jukebox: Store and enjoy up to 999 of your favourite songs Connectors: HDMI, 2 x USB, S-Video Output, Composite Video Output, Digital Audio Output, S-Video, 2 Scart, G-link Dimensions: H7.5 x W43 x D29cm M&S is a member of the WEEE Distributor Take Back Scheme. Recycling your electronic waste has never been easier! Click here for more information Please Note: Freeview™ is not yet available to the whole of the UK. We advise that you check that your postcode area can receive the Freeview signal before ordering this product Please Note: To receive the full range of Freeview™ channels, customers should use an outdoor wide band aerial. Suitable portable TV aerials can be used to receive Freeview but the quality of the reception is dependent on the quality of the product and the signal area. Due to these factors you may not receive all Freeview channels when using an indoor aerial

Fluffy Cat Age 2 Birthday Card, at Marks and Spencers
Cover text: Happy Birthday 2 Inside message: Have a great day x This card is made with material from FSC certified sustainable forests. Protecting the world's forests for the future Approx size: 175 x 127 mm

Cotton Rich Short Sleeve Single Button Jacket, at MarksandSpencer
Chic and stylish, this cotton rich single breasted jacket is tailored to fit and flatter. A great choice for work or smart occasions and it's machine washable for added convenience

Crow's Fountain Shiraz Merlot Pinotage 2007 - Case of 12, at Marks and Spencer
Style: Medium bodied Grape variety: Shiraz, Merlot & Pinotage Country of origin: South Africa Closure: Natural cork Suitable for vegetarians Bottle: 12 x 75cl. Alcohol by volume: 14% vol. Alcohol units per bottle: 10.5 Alcohol units per 125ml: 1.8 Contains sulphites You must be 18 or over to purchase this product This product is not available for international delivery. Find out more

Leather Formal Classic Square Buckle Belt, at Marks & Spencers
Add a smart finishing touch with this leather classic square buckle belt

M&S Touch Sensitive Portable DAB Digital Radio, at Marks & Spenser
40 station presets (DAB or FM) Backlit display with 8 step brightness Automatic scanning Includes carry case Dimensions: H13 x W8 x D3cm M&S is a member of the WEEE Distributor Take Back Scheme. Recycling your electronic waste has never been easier! Click here for more information M&S is a member of the WEEE Distributor Take Back Scheme. Recycling your electronic waste has never been easier! Click here for more information

Autograph Light Control Lace DD-G Body, at Marks & Spencers
Look slimmer in seconds! This light control body gently shapes your figure all over for a smoother, sleeker silhouette. Beautiful exclusive lingerie

Silver Plated Shimmer Wave Drop Earrings, at Marks and Spencer
Hook fastening Drop style Faceted faux gemstones For hygiene reasons, refunds will only be given in accordance with your legal rights

Diamanté Square Photo Frame 25 x 20cm (8 x 10"), at Marks n Spencer
Aperature 20 x 25cm (8 x 10 in) H8 x W10, Manufacturer: Marks & Spencer

Autograph Leather Shopper Bag, at Marks and Spencers
Stylish and practical, this shopper bag is made from luxurious hardwearing leather and features useful zipped pockets. A useful and fashionable accessory

Older Boys' Widefit Tramline Loafer School Shoes, at Marks&Spencer
Square toe Tramline detail Plain Slip on Loafer style Widefit feature

Autograph Pure Cotton Hooded Zip Fastening Top, at Mark's & Spencer
Fashionable and contemporary, this hooded top is part of our exclusive Autograph collection. A great design, superior fabric and careful attention to detail makes it exceptionally stylish and comfortable

Kitchen Planner Family Organiser, at Marks and Spencer
Comes with a pen, memo pad, chalk board, chalk pencil and cloth eraser Dimensions: 330 x 430mm

Autograph Pure Cashmere Crew Neck Jumper, at Marks and Spencer
Sophisticated and modern, this crew neck jumper is made from pure cashmere for the ultimate in luxurious softness. Exclusive, luxurious and beautiful

When you're shopping at Marks & Spencer online store for your summer outfit, or looking for furniture to give your home a makeover, then spend a moment to also consider products from M&S Money Direct. Offering everything from savings accounts and credit cards, to Home Insurance and Car Insurance, there's a lot more going on at Marks & Spensers than you might imagine.

In particular, if you're thinking of travelling soon, then consider Travel Insurance from M&S Money Direct. With images of volcano ash still fresh in many traveller's minds, it's good to remember there were many travellers who ended up wishing they had spent just a few pounds extra to obtain travel insurance for their trip. Of course, unfortunately, after the event is too late!

In fact, had you purchased travel insurance from M&S Money Direct, you would have been in good hands; within just a short time of the volcanic ash disruptions, visitors to the M&S Money Direct website would have seen a message stating that although claims relating to volcanic eruptions are not normally covered by travel insurance, that on this particular occasion, they would "allow claims from UK customers affected by the volcanic ash that has recently grounded flights."