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New Year’s Eve is around the corner, and for many of us, it’s the big question: how will you be ringing in 2026? Whether you’re planning a night out on the town, hosting a cosy gathering, or keeping things low-key, everyone has their own way of celebrating. Some people love the buzz of fireworks and parties, while others…
With the festive season in full swing, many of us are feeling the pinch of rising costs – but others might be finding ways to cut back or keep things steady. From gifts and food to travel and decorations, Christmas can quickly add up. We’d love to know how you think your spending for this Christmas compares to last year.…
There's already a lot of people driving a fully electric or hybrid(s) car in the UK. But for those drivers that haven't already made the change, there can be reluctance. 'Range anxiety', lack of charging infrastructure in your area and concerns about future changes like pay-per-mile which is currently in consultation may…
We have a line fault, so no landline and 3mbps internet speed. Called Talk Talk and after 2 hours online chat they tell me my account is marked for closure because I have switched to Utility Warehouse. News to me. Anyway it turns out Talk Talk have migrated my account to UW, without telling their own tech support. Next I…
E.ON have sent me a message as follows:"the 2G and 3G phase-out is coming. Your meter is going to lose its smart connectivity. To avoid inaccurate bills, book a replacement meter:"I have an Elster AS300P smart meter with associated AM110R communications hub. The gas meter is an Elster BK-G4EI even have the in-home device…
Hello. I have recently been made redundant and am signing up to Universal Credit for the first time. I have my first meeting with my work coach on this coming Monday. In the options for my proof of address documentation, Universal Credit's website says that it only accepts the following:* Utility bill from the last 3…
Anyone able to login to their account on the 1pMobile website? It's doing something very strange for me. The main web page loads but when I click on "Login" it re-directs me back to my own IP address.
I'm looking at buying a new car, and I have been offered a service plan. I'm trying to figures out if there's any point? Being able to pay in monthly instalments might suit some people, but it's of no benefit to me. Are there any other benefits I haven't spotted?
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Some people love the buzz of fireworks and parties, while others prefer a quiet night in with a good film or an early bedtime. And of course, there are those who haven’t made any plans yet..! How will you be seeing in 2026?
The base rate has been cut to 3.75% from 4% by the Bank of England. This rate is used by the central bank to charge other banks and lenders when they borrow money. Here's what the cut means for your money – including mortgages, savings and more.
Octopus Energy customers on fixed tariffs WILL see the proposed '£150 energy saving' announced in the Autumn Budget passed on to their bills, the provider has announced. Martin Lewis has been lobbying the Government in recent weeks to ensure the savings aren't just applied to those on standard variable tariffs, but to all fixes too.
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