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Livedrive Auto renewal
I had a one year subscription to Livedrive (cloud storage) through a third party seller. I have come to the end of my contract and now they have auto renewed. However, they do not have any of my payment details and I was not aware of this arrangement. They have stated that there are no refunds, but I have not paid them. I…
Petetion for alice dann to get lifesaving drugs treatment please help...
have just watched southtoday news BBC, there was a story about a woman called alice dunn and a drug treatment for cancer. her consultant wanted her to have which could potentially save her life. It has been refused by nhs funding team due to cost! its damn horrific what if any one of you or your family got cancer told…
Drug Reform
Isn't it time the drug laws in the UK were reformed? We need to put an end to laws punishing people for making choices for their own bodies and minds and punishing those with an illness (that's right addiction is an illness) We should take into consideration the drug reform happening around the world in places such as…
Have your say on the Autumn Statement
The government wants your views on what you would like to see in the Autumn Statement, which takes place on Wed 3 Dec. You can suggest policy changes in any area. The Treasury has set out guidance when making suggestions, some key ones are below: * explain the policy rationale, costs, benefits and how it would be carried…
Website advertised item cheaper directly to me
My purchase has just arrived for something I ordered online a couple days ago, in the parcel is an advert for the exact item I've just bought but at a lower price from the same site. They must of made a mistake in putting that flyer in with the item but now I can see what it could/should of cost, so I now feel I've been…
Commons Committee wants Ofcom Issues
Culture-media-and-sport-committee In preparation for a session with Ofcom’s chair and chief executive on the regulator’s performance in the last year and on its current work in 2014/15, interested parties are invited to submit suggestions for issues which might be covered during the Committee’s questioning. Details can be…
MSE consultation response to Ofgem
Ofgem issued a consultation in August 2014 on domestic third party intermediaries (e.g. Cheap Energy Club) covering Ofgem's Confidence Code (a voluntary code of practice for price comparison websites) and wider consumer issues. We have responded to this consultation (11 page PDF). If you have any thoughts on our response,…
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Ofgem proposes new 'no standing charge' Price Cap – but Martin Lewis warns vulnerable customers need to be opted in or it won't work
Ofgem has today launched detailed proposals for a major shake up to its Energy Price Cap that dictates the price over 80% of homes in England, Scotland and Wales pay for their energy bills.
Lloyds, Halifax and Bank of Scotland to cut overdraft rates for millions but hike them for others – here's what's happening and full help
If you're a Lloyds, Halifax or Bank of Scotland current account holder, the interest rate you're charged for using your overdraft could change soon as part of a fees shake-up. The Lloyds Banking Group, which owns all three brands, says millions of its customers will pay less after the changes – but a "few" will pay more.
Warm Home Discount expansion confirmed with millions more eligible for the £150 top-up this winter – here's what we know
Around 2.7 million more low-income households, including 900,000 families with children, will become eligible for the £150 Warm Home Discount this winter, as the Government has confirmed it will remove the existing 'hard to heat' eligibility criteria. The extension has only been confirmed for winter 2025/26, with further changes possible for future years.
Martin Lewis: At last a chance to fix Council Tax flaws impacting millions – debt collection, difficulty challenging your band, discounts and more
Major flaws in the Council Tax system in England could finally be fixed in future, as the Government has launched a wide-ranging consultation to review hideous debt collection practices, the difficulty of challenging your band, the overly complex and horribly-named Severe Mental Impairment discount and more. MoneySavingExpert.com founder Martin Lewis, who has long campaigned on these issues, shares his response and analysis.
Energy complaints to be dealt with more quickly and Energy Ombudsman to get new powers under Government plans
If you have a complaint about your energy firm, it may be resolved more quickly in future, as the Government has announced a raft of proposals to strengthen consumer protections in the energy market. The planned changes include giving the Energy Ombudsman new powers to force firms to comply with its decisions – but it's still very early days. Here's what we know so far.
Warm Home Discount expansion confirmed with millions more eligible for the £150 top-up this winter – here's what we know
Around 2.7 million more households, including 900,000 families with children, will become eligible for the £150 Warm Home Discount this winter, as the Government has confirmed it will remove the existing 'hard to heat' eligibility criteria. The extension has only been confirmed for winter 2025/26, with further changes possible for future years.
Base rate held at 4.25% – here's what it means and when it might be cut next
The Bank of England has held the base rate at 4.25%. Below we explain why, when it might be cut, plus what it means for your mortgage and savings.
Applied for South West Trains 'boundary fares' compensation? Act now to claim it
If you applied for compensation from South West Trains before the deadline in January 2025, you now need to provide your bank details to the claim administrator so it can be paid to you. Here's what you need to know.
Winter Fuel Payments to be reinstated for millions – Martin Lewis explains how it'll work, what it means and if it's an improvement
All State Pensioners in England and Wales will receive a Winter Fuel Payment this winter, though those who earn over £35,000 will see it clawed back through the tax system. It means nine million pensioners will get the £200 or £300 top-up. Here MoneySavingExpert.com founder Martin Lewis shares his instant response and analysis, and we include answers to your key questions.
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