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As consumers it's tempting to vent online when things don't go quite right, but on the MSE Forum we also love to hear success stories – whether it's cutting your broadband bill or claiming compensation for a delayed flight. Read on for our pick of this week's MoneySaving topics.…
Whether you're buying some new clothes, a snazzy gadget or just picking up a pint of milk, there's a good chance you'll be asked one familiar question at the till: "Would you like your receipt?" Some people still prefer a paper receipt they can tuck into a wallet or folder, while others are happy with a digital version…
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I have tried to check online but could not get an idea on how it works. Hope it is the right place to ask. I am only on PAYE. FY26/27 tax code has been recently reduced after HMRC try to collect the untaxed interest from FY25/26. The total taxable income including the saving interest in FY25/26 were under £50,270 (20%…
My blue passport had really stubborn luggage label residue on the back cover which was proving difficult to remove. Someone suggested nail polish remover which has worked but it has lifted some of the colour from the cover and left a white patch. Is that a problem when travelling -would it count as damage and make it…
My Dad passed away recently. He was a hoarder for several years however family have been in and cleared what they physically can. We have contacted the council numerous times and are always told someone will be in touch, nearly 2 months later and still nothing. We have been told that the council may potentially go in and…
This discussion was created from comments split from: DMP mutual support thread part 13 !!.
I am going to put both floor and wall kitchen units on a stud wall. Does the plasterboards need skimming before the units go in? Or can the units be put directly on the stud wall?
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The Government has confirmed it has increased the maximum amount of support available to those affected via a loan from £10,000 to £20,000, but only for exceptional cases.
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