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MoneySavers have been discussing how they keep track of their day to day spending. A recurring theme is how easy it is for takeaway coffees to make a serious dent in your budget. Maybe it's time for you to cut the cost of those cuppas too? Read on for more of the week's MSE Forum talking points.…
The UK government has been encouraging people to stock up on certain things in case of a national emergency such as a cyber attack, significant power outage, extreme weather and so on. In the last few weeks have you bought something specifically to prepare for such emergencies? Vote in the poll then share your thoughts in…
I pay my card manually as a direct debit comes far too early for me. When I try and pay via bank transfer in the Amex app, it takes me to Lloyds app and all seems ok, when I''ve competed at Lloyds is redirects me back to the Amex app, but the Amex app has logged me out and no sign of payment I tried a few times but always…
Does anyone have any idea how long it takes to receive the Inheritance Tax Reference for the IHT400 form? I applied online over 3 weeks ago and still nothing. I have tried phoning the IH helpline, and both times I have been on hold over 30 minutes, and then been disconnected 😔 Thanks
My Family member was involved in an accident with a car hitting his car from behind and driving off. I have found a business that has cctv on the road likely used by the car but would need the police to request this. I'm not thinking there is much likelihood of this being followed up if we do pass the details on. Are there…
Hi all would appreciate advice. My previous thread with history is on here for anyone interested in details of background long story short I have a heart condition and have been occupational health assessed as disabled and have a flexible working arrangement in place. Unfortunately my condition has worsened and I am not…
Hi All Welcome to the 4th quarter Old Style Weight Loss thread for 2026. Please feel free to start posting your weight loss goals for the next challenge which will run from the 1st October until the 31st December, although I'm sure most of us will stop or pause over Christmas. People we have 12 weeks to fit into those…
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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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