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If your stomach can stand it, a detour on the dodgems or spin on a rollercoaster can be part of a thrilling day out regardless of age. But do the theme parks in the UK give you enough bang for your buck, or do you feel short changed by short rides, long queues, rubbish food and awful accessibility? Vote in the thread and…
The humble cassette has been making a bit of a comeback over the last year. Even the likes of Taylor Swift and Ariana Grande have released tracks on tape. Whether it's due to nostalgia, novelty or perceived differences in audio quality, there's still a demand for physical media despite the convenience of streaming. How do…
Where you'll stay and what you'll do are key parts of booking a getaway, but figuring out what to do about dining can be a huge factor. Are you big on hotel buffets? Do you explore the local eateries? Prefer to prep your own meals? Vote in the poll and share your thoughts in the thread.
Hi, My PIP claim was due for review by May this year, the award has been extended to May next year. I submitted my review paperwork back in November. How long are people waiting for their review/reassessment to take place, currently? I am in the North East of England. TIA 🙂
Hi, I work 25 to 30 hours a week, but have been given a Fit Note today from my doctor stating I am not fit for work for just over a fortnight. It may or may not be longer. Time will tell. Anyway, I receive UC inc rent element and am wondering if I need to report and submit the fit note via my UC Journal? or am I fine only…
https://www.edfenergy.com/refer-a-friend To make clear, not looking to either refer or be refereed. Looking to move to their standard tariff without any exit fees. I've had a look at the T&Cs and can't see you have to be on a certain tariff. My thought is a could move again soon after being paid penalty free. Anyone see…
Budget airline Ryanair will be investigated over concerns it may be breaking consumer law by making parents pay extra fees to sit with their young children when flying. Read the full story: https://www.moneysavingexpert.com/news/2026/06/ryanair-investigated-seating-families/ If you haven't already, join the forum to reply.
Hi All Wife has annual worldwide insurance and is travelling to USA in July. Would now like to bring 11 year old grandchild with her. Is it possible to get single trip cover for a child, and if so, with who? Or is it better to just add child to existing policy? TIA
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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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