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Virgin Media is shutting down its email service for addresses ending: @virginmedia.com @virgin.net @ntlworld.com @blueyonder.co.uk. If you’re affected, Virgin Media will contact you about your options for keeping or replacing it. What’s changing with Virgin Media’s email service:…
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…
Hi, looking for some clarification. in January I sent a letter to HMRC providing an estimate of the BBSI my mother would receive in the 25/26 tax year. It was approx £11000. They replied stating that they would receive the information directly from the banks towards the end of Sept 26. I have sent a letter recorded…
Thought this might be worth alerting forum users but we've had people at the door today claiming to be from BT/EE with branded jackets showing EE logos along with Money Expert branding too. Previously had a run in with Money Expert trying to get elderly parents to switch gas and electricity so was rather wary from the…
Hi I won a case with employment tribunal with my employer. The court decided that company needs to pay me. Now the judgment has been issued to me and employer but no indication of payments from employer. What to do? thanks.
Brand Alley purchased a100ml perfume that was advertised and receipts show 100ml . What I received was 30ml. Contacted Brand Alley for them to say they can’t take responsibility as it’s a market place for other companies. Found the company that sold it and they don’t answer calls or emails. Do I count my losses or should I…
Hi I'm trying to add money to my PayPal account using the app and I'm getting the dreaded 'things don't appear to be working at the moment' message. I've linked a new Starling account and the DD is showing in my account. Can anyone help? Cheers
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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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