In the UK, Junction, the affinity division of BGL Group, has announced the extension of its partnership with M&S Money, the retail financial services arm of Marks & Spencer, following a competitive tender process. Junction has been working with M&S Money since 2004 and the new agreement will see the brand partnering with Junction for at least a further five years. Moreover, it will involve Junction using its technological expertise and strong insurer relationships to develop the customer proposition of M&S Money even further. In particular, the next phase of the partnership aims to grow customer numbers under an innovative, joint business framework and collaborative marketing approach. (Oct. 2011)