Brits need to prep their bank accounts for doomsday too — it’s easier than you think

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In light of recent cyber attacks to digital outages, here is why experts say Brits should set up a backup current account and keep a cash stash handy.

Between the UK Government rolling out its ‘Be Ready’ campaign, and warnings that hackers are messing with supermarket fridges, the UK is prepping for doomsday.

Sales of hand sanitiser soared by 83% in the 10 days after the emergency checklist went live on October 22.

There was also a 67% increase in bottled water, and a 37% spike in jarred goods sales.

But while your cupboard might be stocked, what about your bank account?

According to a finance expert Noyan Nihat, there’s some important steps to take to ensure your money is safe in an emergency.

But don’t panic, it doesn’t involve lots of paperwork or filing accounts. In fact, it’s about as simple as buying a few tines of beans.

Firstly, if you’ve only got one current account, it’s time to open another.

‘Having a second account is sensible,’ Noyan says. However, be careful which bank that second account is with.

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