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The ultimate alternative Mother's day gift, why not sponsor a safe birth for a mother
For the ultimate alternative Mother's day gift, why not sponsor a safe birth for a mother and her baby in Africa? We will send your loved one a personalised certificate with your message and you will have helped to save the life of a mother and her baby in Africa. It can be a struggle to find a lasting and meaningful gift…
5 times the smiles
Posting here because the chazzer board doesn't get the traffic, and strictly speaking it is a Grabbit as the offer expires on Monday.... Donations to the Smile Train will be multiplied by FIVE! Secure linky. Plus of course you'll get the tax back at your marginal rate = total no-brainer. Please be generous!
Donating a Sewing Machine
I have a vintage Viking Husqvarna Automatic 21 E electric sewing machine given to me years ago by a lady to whom it had a very sentimental value. It obviously meant a lot to her to have to part with it, and I now find myself in the same position - it's just too heavy for me to lug from one room to the other. It sews…
Please sign this petition
Morning all :wave: Please can people sign this petition for me. My husband has severe COPD and if this new road gets built, it will increase pollution in what is already a very polluted borough. Nice solution would be to build a further tunnel for the escorted lorries that go through the Dartford Tunnel as modern day built…
Britain's Biggest Breakfast
Britains Biggest Breakfast Friday 11th March 2016! I'm organising one at The Aviary Restaurant from 9-11am in aid of Cancer Research UK. It would be great if everyone could come, bring as many friends as you like. Don't feel obliged to have breakfast you could just have a coffee but I've been this morning with my mum and i…
Iva Barr
Iva is somewhat of a celebrity in the running circles and as an octogenarian has completed many marathons including the Armed Forces 5 in 5 days which my sister ran with her. That 26 mile 5 days on the trot.:eek: She has been a guest on several programmes including Loose Women. Iva is running this year's Marathon in aid of…
How to get raffle prices?
Hi everyone, I'm organising a charity raffle for a race I'm doing later on this year and I wanted to ask if you have any ideas how to get donated valuable raffle prices? I looked online and I only saw one website called thefreewealth with some good charity tips and raffle ideas. Many thanks! Gill
Donating cuddly toys...any suggestions??
Hi, Just wondering if anyone can make any suggestions....i've got loads of cuddly toys in excellent condition I'd like to give away, I don't want to give them to just a charity shop as would really like them to be given direct to children/families who have very little else/would get some happiness from them! I know…
Help with vet bills for cats
Can anyone help me please, my cat had to go to the vets Christmas eve, as he had a fight and was having problems urinating, he was kept in for observation, but had to have a catheter put in as they said he had crystals in the bladder, but they said they didn't get all the crystals out when I picked him up that night. I…
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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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