M&S Financial Services offers a variety of financial and insurance products, but Motor Insurance is something that almost everyone needs - at least if you own a car. Unfortunately there are so many companies offering Motor Insurance today that, after a while, one policy may begin to look much like the next.

Thinking that most Motor Insurance policies are much the same is usually a bad idea. At worst it can be a very expensive mistake - this is when you find out that your Motor Insurance policy doesn't actually cover you for what you thought it did, or it takes your Motor Insurance company months and months to argue over whether to pay you or not. Fortunately M&S Financial Services Motor Insurance is not like that at all, and when you compare M&S Motor Insurance to the competition then it stacks up quite nicely.

For example, here are just some of the options which come as standard with Marks & Spencer 5 Star Premier cover Motor Insurance (correct at May 2009), which are quite often not included with comparable Motor Insurance plans from companies such as Direct Line, Sainsbury's, or Tescos:

• Personal UK and European Breakdown Cover automatically included
• Comprehensive cover for trips abroad in the European Union - up to 90 days per trip
• Courtesy car during approved repairs automatically included
• Cover for Motor Legal Protection automatically included

So, it is clear that, besides being good value, M&S Motor Insurance also provides much more extensive cover than some of the top competitors. Additionally, you don't even need to be behind the wheel to benefit from M&S Financial Services UK and European Breakdown Cover, since it covers you as a passenger too.

Besides Marks n Spencer Motor Insurance, M&S Financial Services Credit Cards and other financial products, M&S Financial Services Buildings & Contents 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 Financial Services 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 & Spensers purchases are also protected while you take them home.

Also, on both M&S Financial Services Premier Buildings & Contents Insurance and Standard Buildings & Contents 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 and Spencers may not necessarily be the first name that springs to mind when you're thinking about renewing your Buildings & Contents Insurance or Motor 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 Financial Services 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 Financial Services loans, credit cards or Buildings & Contents Insurance - besides a number of other insurance products, M&S Financial Services 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 Financial Services insurance products (Buildings & Contents Insurance, Motor 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.

Miracle Foot File, at MarksandSpencer
With handle

Cotton Rich Chunky Knit Stripe Hooded Cardigan, at Marks & Spencer
Casual and modern, this stripe cardigan is made with cool comfortable cotton and features 3/4 sleeves for a fashionable look

Handcrafted Black Dots Mother's Day Card, at Marks and Spencer
Cover text: For a wonderful Mum Inside message: With lots of love Approx size: 178 x 126mm

2 GG-J Plain Underwired Bras, at Marks and Spencer
Soft and comfortable, this pack of 2 plain bras is great value. They're designed to give gentle support and a flattering fit

Carrot Salad (Serves 8), at Marks & Spencer
Serves 8 Ready to eat Suitable for vegetarians 800g total weight As featured on page 28 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

The Cotton Collection Cotton Bud Handwash, at Marks and Spencers
Moisture rich handwash 250ml bottle with pump

Elephant Party Time Invitations, at Marks & Spenser
Cover text: Party time come and have fun! Inside message: Dear........, You are invited to a party, On............, Time..........., Place........., Hope you can come, RSVP............... 10 cards, 1 design This card is made with material from FSC certified sustainable forests. Protecting the world's forests for the future Approx size: 120 x 120mm

Lace Wing Multiway Push Up Bra, at Mark & Spensers
Add a confident boost to your silhouette by gently uplifting your figure with the push-up design of this appealing bra. Underwiring and added stretch provide essential comfort that's perfectly suited for everyday wear

Limited Collection Drape Sleeve Jersey Top, at Mark's & Spencer
Part of Limited Collection's London Crowd trend. A quintessentially English look featuring quirky prints in monochrome with bright pops of colour. Kitsch styling and playful designs give this trend a fun London feel

High Waist Bow Detail Panty Girdle, at Marks & Spenser
A traditional panty girdle with a high level of support to gently control tummies and shape hips. The perfect foundation for a smooth look under clothes

Kodak Easyshare Z915 Digital Camera, at Mark & Spensers
Pixels: 10 megapixels Lens: 35350 mm (35 mm equiv.) f/3.54.8 Zoom: 10X optical, 5X advanced digital, total zoom range 50X Image stabilizer: optical Shutter speed: 1/81/1250 sec. (auto); 161/1000 sec. (S/M mode) Monitor: 2.5 type high resolution (230K dots), 5 level brightness adjustments Storage: 32 MB internal memory* available, SDHC/SD card expansion slot Auto focus type: TTL imager AF system Auto focus Modes: normal, macro, infinity Face-priority AF: yes AF assist light: yes ISO sensitivity: auto, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600 White balance: auto, daylight, tungsten, fluorescent, open shade Flash: Range: 5.4 m (@ wide, in Smart Capture mode), 3.9 m (@ tele, in Smart Capture mode); Modes: auto, off, fill, red-eye reduction, off; Compensation: 1.0 EV in 1/3 steps Shooting modes: Smart Capture, sport, P (program mode), A (aperture priority mode), S(shutter priority mode), M (manual mode), portrait, panorama (leftright,rightleft), video, SCN (scene modes) Scene modes: high ISO, portrait, night portrait, landscape, night landscape, flower, sunset, backlight, candlelight, manner/museum, text, beach, snow, fireworks,children, self-portrait, stage Still capture: Still format: JPEG/EXIF v2.21; Color modes: high color, natural color, low color, sepia, black and white; Sharpness: high, normal, low; Review options: single, magnification with navigation box, multi-up, multi-field search,slideshow, multimedia slideshowslideshow, multimedia slideshow Editing: on-camera crop, KODAK PERFECT TOUCH Technology, voice annotation; File management: delete, undo delete, copy, protect, text tagging, one-button upload Video capture: Format: QUICKTIME Photo JPEG; Quality: VGA (640 480) at 30 fps, QVGA (320 240) at 30 fps; Length: continuous up to 4 GB; Microphone: yes; Review options: play, rewind, pause, fast-forward and rewind, forward and rewind by frame, multimedia slideshow, bookmarks, view by; Editing: make a picture from video, action print (1, 4, 9, 16-up), trim, copy; File management: delete, undo delete, copy, protect, text tagging, one-button upload Custom settings: LCD brightness (5 levels), date stamp (on/off), image storage, capture frame grid (on/off), image stabilizer control, red-eye preflash (on/off), quick view (on/off), advanced digital zoom, orientation sensor, sound, volume, date & time, auto power off, video out, language, reset camera Share button: yes Physical specifications: I/O interface: digital (USB 2.0 high speed) connector for data and video; Power: (2) AA batteries (alkaline, lithium, or Ni-MH), optional AC adapter; Tripod mount: in. standard Dimensions: W11 H7 D3.6cm Weight: 220g (without SD card and batteries) Direct printing: PictBridge-enabled Software: works with KODAK EASYSHARE Software Package contents: KODAK EASYSHARE Z915 Digital Camera, (2) KODAK Alkaline AA Batteries or equivalent, USB cable, Wrist strap, User's Guide with KODAK EASYSHARE Software 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 This product is not available for international delivery. Find out more

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

Footglove™ Widefit Small Bow Pumps, at Marks & Spencer
Round toe Bow feature Slip on Flat sole Footglove™ soles are comfortable, highly flexible and lightweight Comes in sizes 3-8, including half sizes

Gold Plated Multi Strand Bead Necklace, at Marks and Spencer
Multi-strand design Intermittent beads Clasp fastening Adjustable length Necklace length: 43cm This product is not available for international delivery. Find out more

Autograph M500 Mattress - Firm, at Marks and Spencer
Single (3ft): W90 x L190cm Double (4ft 6in): W135 x L190cm King Size (5ft): W150 x L200cm Super King Size (6ft): W180 x L200cm Depth: 28cm Entirely handmade Individually pocketed springs Deep pillowtop layer containing high quality fillings of cashmere, silk and super-soft reflex foam Two further layers of cotton and polyester underneath the pillowtop Double row of hand side-stitching to add support to the edges Spring count: 1225 Anti-allergy protected for the life of the mattress Does not require turning Manufactured in the UK Zip & Link mattresses unzip into 2 pieces - easier to fit into your home A sample mattress is subjected to 3 rigorous tests to ensure it remains comfortable. Surface fabric is rubbed 15,000 times against a hard surface to test resistance to wear. Mattress is pounded by a machine 80,000 times to replicate the movements of a human torso and subjected to 20,000 rolls of a roller machine to simulate the rolling motion of a sleeping person 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 , Manufacturer: Marks & Spencer

Sex and The City: The Movie DVD, at M&S
Rating Suitable for 15 years and over,

Per Una Pure Cotton Floral Embroidered Crushed Top, at Marks and Spencers
A feminine 3/4 length sleeve top in pure soft cotton featuring a floral embroidered design and scoop neck

Freshfeet Paisley Lined Full Slippers, at Marks and Spencer
Round toe Paisley lined design Flat sole Slip-on With built in Freshtech™ technology for fresh, odour-free slippers Freshtech™ technology combats the bacteria that causes bad smells and odours Freshtech™ technology is permanently built in to the slipper and still performs after many washes

Cotton Rich Long Sleeve Hooded Jacket, at Marks & Spencer
Soft and comfy, this sporty hooded jacket makes a practical and fashionable choice

Pacific Large 2-Seater Sofa, at Marks & Spensers
H92 x W195 x D91cm Seat H54cm (all dimensions are approximate) Seat cushions filled with Quallofil ExtraLife filling, an advanced 3-dimensional polyester fibre that gives long-lasting performance and helps to maintain the cushions look and shape. Provides improved resilience without compromising on softness. Easy-care and springs back to its original shape after re-fluffing 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 Fabric options feature reversible cushions Cushion covers are removable on this range Frame made from solid wood wrapped in pandan. 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 Pine feet with a light finish Includes 2 free matching bolsters 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 that fabric upholstery due to the nature of the material, Manufacturer: Marks & Spencer

3 Pure Cotton Assorted Heart Print Tops, at Marks & Spencers
Comfortable, fashionable and practical, these pure cotton tops feature assorted, plain and heart print design. A great value pack

St Romain 2006 - Case of 6, at Marks & Spensers
Style: Dry Grape variety: Chardonnay Country of origin: France Closure: Natural cork Suitable for vegetarians Bottle: 6 x 75cl. Alcohol by volume: 13% vol. Alcohol units per bottle: 9.8 Alcohol units per 125ml: 1.6 Contains sulphites You must be 18 or over to purchase this product This product is not available for international delivery. Find out more

Pure Cotton Fisherman Bag, at M+S
Stylish and practical, this day bag is ideal for keeping all your essentials to hand

Organic Le Bosquet de la Dame 2007 - Case of 12, at Mark's & Spencer
Style: Dry Grape Variety: Syrah, Grenache Country: France Closure: Natural cork 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

Classic Bear Christening Card, at Marks and Spenser
Cover text: Christening, Sent with love on your special day... Inside message: Blank for your own message Approx size: 150 x 150mm

Enry the Elephant Sister Birthday Card, at M & S
Cover text: To a lovely Sister Message: Have a lovely day! Approx size: 150 x 150mm

Print Your Own Wedding Stationery CD-ROM, at Marks and Spencer
Minimum system requirements: Processor: 200Mhz Intel Pentium processor or equivalent, Memory: 128MB RAM, Graphics: 800x600 set to 16 bit colour, Operating System: Windows 98, ME, 2000, XP and Vista This software is PC compatible only Contains 1 CD Rom Print Your Own Wedding Stationery CD-ROM - FREE when you spend 10 or more on Print Your Own Stationery

Limited Collection T-Bar Double Strap Wedge Shoes, at Marks & Spencer
Open toe T-bar Buckle fastening Wedge heel Heel height 118mm Comes in sizes 3-8, including half sizes

Animal Alphabet A5 Notebook, at M+S
1 notebook with lined and perforated pages Tiger print Approx size: 213 x 152mm

Nectarine & Orange Refill Oil, at Marks and Spencer
Manufacturer: Marks & Spencer

When you're shopping at Marks & Spenser 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 Financial Services. Offering everything from savings accounts and credit cards, to Buildings & Contents Insurance and Motor Insurance, there's a lot more going on at Marks and Spencer than you might imagine.

In particular, if you're thinking of travelling soon, then consider Travel Insurance from M&S Financial Services. 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 Financial Services, you would have been in good hands; within just a short time of the volcanic ash disruptions, visitors to the M&S Financial Services 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."