We're a friendly community of MoneySavers sharing our experiences and tips to help each other out
Budgeting, Banking, Cards and Loans, Credit Scores, Reclaim fees & charges
Making money, Debt-Free Diaries, Bankruptcy, IVAs & DROs
Consumer Rights, MoneySaving, Deals, Vouchers & Discounts, Freebies
Tax & Benefits, Jobs & Training, Pensions, Redundancy, Charities
Buying, Renting, Selling, Energy, Household Bills, Home Improvement
Insurance & Life Assurance, Disability, Weddings, Children, Death & Probate
Holidays, Days Out, Flight Delays, Parking Tickets, Public Transport
Competitions Time, Old Style MoneySaving, Techie Stuff, Crafting
Need help using the MSE Forum, or want to share feedback about how this website works?
We've had some unusual consumer rights queries on the MSE Forum this week: like the pair of trainers that turned out not to match one another, and what to do when you order a sofa and only half of it is delivered. Read on for more on these and the rest of the top talking points from our MoneySaving community.…
Signing up to a supermarket loyalty programme feels like a MoneySaving no-brainer, but not all schemes are created equal. While some are fairly generous when it comes to handing out points and bonuses, others are a bit stingy with the rewards or offer benefits that might not be worth bothering with. Which one gets your…
Virgin Media is shutting down its email service for addresses ending: @virginmedia.com @virgin.net @ntlworld.com @blueyonder.co.uk. If you’re affected, Virgin Media will contact you about your options for keeping or replacing it. What’s changing with Virgin Media’s email service:…
The UCI track cycling world championships is on next month, could anyone advise what I would need to subscribe to watch it. I can’t seem to work out if I would need HBO or TNT Sport or maybe something else. Any pointers would be much appreciated. ETA: in the past I’ve watched it on Discovery+ but I don’t think that’s an…
Back in 2009 I used to get the largest tub of 2.3kg Optimum Nutrition Whey protein for about £36 from Tropicana Fitness. Nowadays I am reminded in the shops about it but you're looking at a tiny bag for the same price now. Anyone got any tips to find value for money? Are supermarkets ripping us off?
Hi, I have a Lebara SIM only deal that I've got at MSE a few years ago. I now want to get a deal with more data, but also from Lebara. How can I do this and keep the same number? My understanding is that you cannot transfer the number within the same provider. Any ideas?
Hi, the freezer drawers are cracked. It seems from my research (involving AI so beware) that methylene chloride is the best adhesive, being a solvent for polycarbonate but that's not available retail any more. Second best seem to be UV curable glues such as those from Permabond but I'm not sure if they're available retail…
Hi I inadvertently drove through the drop off zone at Gatwick on 6 September, when trying to access car park 6 where I had a reservation. Never crossed my mind to pay the charge Received a PCN from Times Parking, their notice says issued on 17.9.26 but was not delivered until 1.10.26 (day 14) I'm out of time to challenge…
MSE has a new tool to help you work out if you're owed compensation for a delayed flight, and to help you draft your claim letter - and we'd like you to take it out for a test flight
It looks like you're new here. Sign in or register to get started.
How much can you manage to save in 2026?
How many days can you avoid unnecessary spending?
We love seeing your MoneySaving success stories! Let us know below if something you've read or done on MSE this year has left you better off. We might even share your story in a future Money Tips email!
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.
Free and available on iOS and Android
Tip Email
