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Is it worth spending more up front to buy an appliance that's substantially cheaper to run? That's one of the talking points on the MSE Forum this week. Read on to explore that thread and more of the latest conversations in our MoneySaving community.…
Chancellor John Healy has delivered the Government’s latest Budget, revealing various measures like the scrapping of Gas Standing Charges, a boost to national minimum wage and a freeze on fuel duty. You can find a list of the announcements on MSE News along with Martin’s reactions Will the Budget be a boon to your finances…
For two decades MoneySavers have been encouraging one another via the MSE Forum to put aside spare change in the year-long Sealed Pot Challenge. This week Forumites broke open those pots and counted the contents. Read on for more on that and the rest of the week's discussions.…
My dad has an ongoing case with ECP, however his claim was transferred to a local court on the 24/09/2026 however there has been no update via email, phone or physical letters. He called the local court where it was transferred and they confirmed that his name does not match with the claim number. What are the next steps…
Adding my name to the list of people affected by UR.co.uk / Buyur Ltd. From reviews I sent my iPhone off to UR and was told £90 trade, I received notification of the completion of the trade in and payment in 14-30 days that was 4th June 2026. I have been chasing since and last told in September that it would be July 2027…
Hi. Both me and my wife have premium bonds to the full value of £50k each. This month, November 2026. Neither of us have won anything. Is this unusual? Is there something going on with premium bonds? Anyone have any answers please?
Me and my husband are separated and not living together. We have a Separation Agreement in place re the marital home, which I am taking on as sole ownership and taking over the mortgage. He is gifting his share of equity in the property. The Separation Agreement I understand qualifies for Sch 3 Exemption. However we…
Mr. M has been persuaded to join in with the family and wear a jolly Christmas jumper. However he’s a tad pernickity about his clothes, having spent his working life in very smart uniform. He would really like a V neck style but the only one I have found so far is on a dodgy Chinese website. Anyone seen such a rare beast?…
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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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