Shopping for financial products at M&S Money Direct UK website is just as simple as shopping for fashion or furniture at the Marks & 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 Household 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 and Spencer, 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.

When you're shopping at Marks & Spencers 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 Household Insurance and Car Insurance, there's a lot more going on at Marks and Spenser 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."

Besides Marks & Spencers Car Insurance, M&S Money Direct Credit Cards and other financial products, M&S Money Direct Household 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 and Spenser purchases are also protected while you take them home.

Also, on both M&S Money Direct Premier Household Insurance and Standard Household 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.

Xenon Collection Mobile Office Case, at Marks and Spencer
Free 5 year guarantee Take the hassle out of business travel with this practical mobile office. Stylish, practical and hardwearing, this rollercase offers plenty of storage space with compartments for your laptop and other important office documents

Classic Non Wired Support Bra, at Marks and Spencers
Soft and comfortable, this non-wired bra gives all-round support and uplift with good coverage, extra wide straps and 3 hook-and-eye fasteners. It's secure but gentle and lightweight, an ideal choice for everyday wear

Plain Flexilite Umbrella, at Marks & Spencers
Lightweight and easy to carry, this slimline umbrella is perfect for keeping at hand for effective protection from sudden downpours

Cap Sleeve Gathered Neckline Top, at Marks and Spencer
Chic and modern, this cap sleeve top is made from softly draping stretch viscose for a fluid look. The gathered neckline adds a fashionable finishing touch

Cotton Rich Scallop Trim Low Rise Shorts, at Marks & Spenser
These cotton rich shorts are shapely and modern. They have been designed with added stretch for a snug, comfortable and figure-flattering fit

Sun Formula Protect & Refine Lotion, at Marks & Spensers
Helps to prevent the signs of aging Firming and toning Skin refining 12 hour moisturisation Australian formula SPF15 gives up to 15 times your natural skins protection 125ml This product is not available for international delivery. Find out more

Pure Cotton Mini Check Shirt, at Marks & Spencer
This fab long sleeve shirt features a stunning mini check design. A sophisticated new look, perfect for this season

7 Pure Cotton Assorted Bodysuits, at Marks & Spensers
Comfortable, practical and fashionable, this pack of 7 bodysuits is made from soft breathable cotton

Wentworth 2-Seater Sofa, at Marks and Spencers
H96 x W146 x D100cm Seat H50cm (all dimensions are approximate) Seat cushions filled with shape-retaining foam - superior quality foam with a high density for added comfort and support Other cushions filled with polyester fibre. Gives a soft sit with a lived-in look, which will soften and relax even further with use. Fibre is sewn into channels within the interior to prevent settlement in one area of the cushion Feet are castors Frame made from solid hardwood. All main joints are glued and screwed to give the frame strength Frames are rigorously tested with 95kg weight equivalent and exceed standards set for heavy domestic use All of our fabrics are treated with Stain-Defence™ - a stain resistant finish - at no extra cost. Fabrics are tested for resistance to wear and fading Detailed care instructions are included Free eco-friendly home delivery. Our crews will unpack, assemble and position the item This product is not available for international delivery. Find out more Free swatch service: Order up to 6 free swatch samples of any fabric to help you choose your upholstery by calling 0845 603 1 603 Please note: Images displayed here act as a guide and may not be representative of the finished item. Fabrics are overlayed onto model images, so actual seams and pattern match may differ from what is shown. Leather furniture, in particular, has more seams than fabric upholstery due to the nature of the material, Manufacturer: Marks & Spencer

Older Boys' Shark Embroidered Swim Shorts, at Marks n Spencer
Fun and fashionable, these lined shorts fit comfortably and securely. A shark embroidered design adds a fab finishing touch

Pure Cotton Embroidered Fox Hooded Pramsuit, at Marks and Spencers
Cute and cosy, this hooded pramsuit is warmly padded and lined with soft cotton to keep her comfortable

Limited Collection Modal Blend Lace Trim Shorts, at M&S
Fabulous and modern, these shorts are part of our Limited Collection lingerie. They're made from modal blend and designed to fit and flatter. For a funky look, mix and match with coordinating lingerie from Limited. Casual, contemporary fashion

Compaq Presario SR5707UK-M Desktop PC Bundle, at Marks and Spencer
Operating system:Genuine Windows Vista Home Premium 32-bit Processor:Intel Celeron Dual Core processor E1400, Intel G31 express chipset Memory:2GB DDR2-SDRAM, 2 DIMM sockets Storage:320GB SATA 3G Hard Disk Drive (7200 rpm), Up to 13GB partition for system recovery DVD writer SATA DVD RAM and Double Layer supporting LightScribe technology, Create silkscreen-quality disc labels direct from your PC with LightScribe: Just burn, flip, burn 15 in 1 memory card reader Communication:Ethernet 10/100BT integrated network interface Video:Intel Graphic Media Accelerator 3100, Integrated Graphics (VGA port) 128 MB dedicated memory, up to 287 MB total available graphics memory as allocated by Windows Vista Sound:High Definition Audio 5.1 (2 front audio ports, 3 rear analog audio ports) Included accessories:PS/2 keyboard and optical mouse Optional accessories:LCD Monitors (buy separately): Compaq WF1907v 19-inch Wide Flat Panel Monitor, Compaq W220q 22-inch Wide Flat Panel Monitor Ports and Expandability: 2 external optical drive bays, 1 internal HDD bay, 1 PCI-Express 16x (free), 1 PCI (1 free) and 2 PCI-Express 1x (2 free), 6 USB 2.0 ports (2 in front) Software: Microsoft Works and Microsoft Office Home and Student 2007 60-Day Trial Version, Microsoft Internet Explorer 7.0, Windows Mail, Adobe Reader 8.0 HP MediaSmart Suite: Music, Video, DVD, Photo, HP Total Care Advisor, Photosmart Essential, Windows Photo Gallery, Windows Media Player, Windows Movie Maker, Windows DVD Maker, Cyberlink DVDSuite, Muvee AutoProducer, EasyBits Magic Desktop, HP Games Console with hours of free game play, featuring EA Spore Creature Creator, Windows Media Center Service and Support:Recovery partition (including possibility to recover system, applications and drivers separately) Optional re-allocation of recovery partition Recovery CD/DVD creation tool Symantec Norton Internet Security 2009 (60 days live update) Weight:9.53 kg, packed: 14 kg Dimensions:16.9 x 42.6 x 37.7cm Warranty: 1 year, pick-up and return, parts and labour You can expand the warranty coverage of your product up to 3 years

10 Sun Formula Self Tan Wipes, at Marks and Spencer
Ten self tan wipes Natural tanning without the sun Even and natural looking tan Develops in hours This product is not available for international delivery. Find out more

Long Sleeve Metallic Finish Hooded Parka, at M&S
The parka is an essential item that will never go out of style. This cosy easycare style is finished with a glamorous handy side pockets and hood

Flat Front Crease Resistant Straight Leg Trousers, at M+S
No more trips to the drycleaners! These smart, fashionable trousers can be machine washed and tumble dried

Silver Plated Abalone Necklace & Earrings Set, at Mark & Spensers
Y shaped necklace Drop style earrings Abalone effect This product is not available for international delivery. Find out more

Pearl & Silver Type Sister-In-Law Birthday Card, at Marks & Spensers
Cover text: To my sister-in-law happy birthday Inside message: Blank for your own message Approx size: 175 mm x 126 mm This card is made with material from FSC certified sustainable forests. Protecting the world's forests for the future

Collezione Italian Pure Silk Cougar Check Tie, at Marks and Spencer
Stylish and luxurious, this pure silk tie is part of Collezione, a sophisticated menswear collection inspired by Italian tailoring

Portfolio Speckled Bangle, at Marks and Spencer
Chunky style Speckled design

3 Ben 10™ Trunks, at Marks and Spencer
Fans of Ben 10™ will love this pack of 3 cotton rich trunks featuring the popular character. Fun, practical and great value

Fresh Feet Stitch Espadrilles, at Marks and Spencers
Round toe Stripe design Flat sole Slip-on

Thank You Teacher Gift Card, at Marks n Spencer
Can be redeemed in any of our UK stores and online Credit card-sized Gift Card with presentation greetings card Gift Cards can be topped up in stores to the maximum value of 500 Gift Cards are valid for 24 months after last use Frequently asked questions Click here to view frequently asked questions about our Gift Cards Click here for full Gift Card terms and conditions This product is not available for international delivery. Find out more

2 Silicone and Wood spatulas, at Marks & Spencer
These essential spatulas can be used for a multitude of culinary tasks. Incredibly practical the wooden handles ensure safe heat insulation

Lotus Flower Scented Spheres, at Marks and Spencers
Floral scented assortment, Manufacturer: Marks & Spencer

Walkmates Twin Strap Riptape Shoes, at Marks and Spenser
Click here for more information on Walkmates shoes Round toe Contrast stitch Twin strap riptape fastening

Per Una 3/4 Sleeve Fluffy Cardigan, at Mark & Spencers
A fashionable 3/4 sleeve fluffy cardigan in textured fabric featuring a mixed style button fastening

Pure Cotton Bold Stripe Pyjamas, at Marks and Spencer
Contemporary and fashionable, these pure cotton pyjamas make the perfect choice for relaxing in style and comfort

Perfect Scorpius Hard Medium Rollercase, at Mark & Spencers
Strong yet lightweight, this stylish luggage has 4 wheels for maximum manoeuvrability, a fixed combination lock, telescopic handle and fully lined interiors. There's a free 5 year guarantee, too

Blue Dress Grandma Birthday Card, at M+S
Cover text: Happy birthday to my wonderful Grandma Inside message: Blank for your own message Approx size: 178 x 126mm

There are lots of ways to save money using M&S Money Direct. Not least of these is M&S Standard Car Insurance. With M&S Money Direct you can keep the cost of your Car Insurance down by choosing Standard cover, over Premier Cover. UK Vehicle can then be added to your policy as optional extras, if you wanted to.

If you're thinking of adding both Breakdown Cover and Motor Legal Protection, then it would cost less to upgrade to Premier Car Insurance cover from M&S Money Direct, which also has other features.

Nonetheless, many features are standard to both the Premier and the Standard Car Insurance policies on offer from Marks and Spencer, and these include: Courtesy car (subject to availability); Loss, theft, damage and destruction of vehicle; Loss or damage to personal property in vehicle; Personal accident cover up to £10,000; Windscreen cover (£75 excess); a 24 hour claims service, and many other options as standard on each policy. In short, with Car Insurance from M&S Money Direct, you get more, and you pay less.