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Cooking extra and saving the leftovers - or preparing multiple meals in advance - can be a great way to make your food budget go further, but is it part of your MoneySaving routine? Vote in the poll and share your thoughts in the thread.
Making sure your motor is in tip top condition can prevent costly repairs down the line, but getting a service or MOT without breaking the bank can be a MoneySaving muddle of its own. Which method do you use to get a good price on a health check for your vehicle? Vote in the poll then share your thoughts in the thread.
We've had some unusual consumer rights queries on the MSE Forum this week: like the pair of trainers that turned out not to match one another, and what to do when you order a sofa and only half of it is delivered. Read on for more on these and the rest of the top talking points from our MoneySaving community.…
It's that time of year again. The qualifying date for this year's scheme was 23 August 2026 The Government webpage has not yet been updated, but should be later this month. https://www.gov.uk/the-warm-home-discount-scheme There are once again new eligibility rules for those in Scotland. I posted about them earlier this…
Asking for someone else. Sky has just been cancelled. Next payment due end of Oct £39.50, then final one a credit of £12. Don't want to having to chase them up for refund rather just pay £27.50 at end of Oct, would there be any issues with that?
Hi all, Just had a mediation call regarding two private parking charges. I am appealing on several grounds, one is crappy signage, another is disability (I have a condition that affects my memory and I entered the VRM incorrectly twice, but did pay for parking). I have made my condition clear through the appeals (including…
CIFAS identity-theft marker still unresolved after months — has anyone experienced this? I’m looking for advice from anyone who has dealt with a CIFAS marker following identity theft. In my case, a Lendable/Zable-related identity-theft dispute resulted in a CIFAS False Identity marker being recorded on 17 November 2025. I…
This morning I paid for a train ticket for a local journey with west Midlands trains £6.50 , they always provide an excellent service and I use them on most days , due to an Emergency incident ( trespasser on the line , I appreciate not something they could work around ) the train was cancelled , also all trains up until…
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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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