When it comes to bank accounts for most of us have plenty of them, and are using them on a daily basis. There is the cheque account, the savings account the mortgage accounts the kids accounts and on and on it goes.

If you are looking at opening a bank accounts for yourself or a family member you may want to consider Alliance Leicester and for good reason as well. They were awarded the "Best Current Account Provider" award in 2006.

If you have teenagers it is important to teach them the values and principles of saving money from a young age - this can help instill in them good habits that will hold them in good stead throughout the rest of their lives.

Alliance Leicester have a quick and easy to navigate website that looks simple to use, if you are in the UK you should think about checking them out.