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Chancellor John Healy has delivered the Government’s latest Budget, revealing various measures like the scrapping of Gas Standing Charges, a boost to national minimum wage and a freeze on fuel duty. You can find a list of the announcements on MSE News along with Martin’s reactions Will the Budget be a boon to your finances…
For two decades MoneySavers have been encouraging one another via the MSE Forum to put aside spare change in the year-long Sealed Pot Challenge. This week Forumites broke open those pots and counted the contents. Read on for more on that and the rest of the week's discussions.…
It's nearly time for trick-or-treaters, spooky decorations and lots of sweets - if you're into that sort of thing. Are you planning to spend on pumpkins, costumes and party bits, or prefer to let Halloween pass by without a fuss? Vote in the poll below then share your thoughts in the thread!
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What is it that sets the price for Flex Octopus customers, elec and gas? Some obscure link to the wholesale price? And is this valid for a certain published time period? I don't seem to be able to find the "correct" [mains] forum for this query despite searching.
Hi all, I'm looking for some advice regarding a Parking Charge Notice (PCN) issued by Gemini Parking Solutions at Waltham Forest Feel Good Centre on 11 October 2026. I contacted the centre manager to ask if they would consider cancelling the charge, as I'd read an earlier thread on here about the same location where the…
Hi All, Current circumstances Death of close family member 1 week ago Lifetime ISA > 16k JSA entitlement (6 months) literally ran out today I am in no fit state to return to any form of employment yet. I am wondering if there is any other benefit I can attempt to claim. I made a claim over the phone for PIP yesterday. I…
Hi,saw an article which basically said that paying cash was not best option as they'll offer better discounts when supplying finance. Which sounds true. It then recommended to sign up for finance, get discounts, and use 14 day legal right to cancel and pay off original loan amount. Is this true/legally correct? Any clauses…
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Halifax customers who use mobile and online banking services should move to the Lloyds Bank app before Sunday 1 November. That's because the Halifax app and online banking services will be axed from this date. Here's what you need to know.
The State Pension is likely to rise by 3.9% next April, taking the full new State Pension to over £13,000 a year. It means the State Pension now breaches the tax-free personal allowance for some.
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