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Archives for September 2014

Put a photo on social network & breast cancer gets £4
http://www.moneysavingexpert.com/deals/palmers?utm_source=MSE_Newsletter&utm_medium=oneliner-one&utm_term=23-Sep-14-lt&utm_campaign=deals&utm_content=2
Postcards being returned
In the past fortnight I've had about 4 or 5 postcards being returned to me. All because the postie can't be bothered to read which address is to and from!! Rant over.
Take a Break
Do people win often? What have you won?
Anyone ever won a trolley dash?
Just being curious, has anyone ever won a trolley dash? If so, what was it like? I'd love to win one :)
Hooch And Hoegaarden prizes
havent had mine yet so just wondered if anyone received theirs?
(Yet another) Facebook question
If a competition asks you to comment on a photo and or like it do you also need to like the promoters page? I do automatically like the prompters page but sometimes the MSE thread mentions nothing about liking them to.
Q for TopCashback winners
Hello, I won this comp with TopCashback https://forums.moneysavingexpert.com/discussion/5036511 , but I haven't received my voucher yet, I contacted TopCasbback through customer centre, but no reply from them. If you won, how long did it take for the prize to be delivered?
spam about winning a bike?
Hi, I was wondering if anyone else had this message, was going through my huge list of spam and clicked delete messages then read one of emails title 'congratulation which bike you choose 'something like that, but it was too late and message got deleted, was wondering if it was spam or not...too late anyway
Radio Stations
Hi all Does anyone else have problems when entering competions with Radio stations such as Heart, Clssic fm etc. I get so far and then when trying to submit it keeps telling me that they are experiencing technical difficluties and to try again later. So frustrating Thanks
Best/chat etc competitions
This may have been asked before. The prizes for competitions in these magazines and others from the same publishers is it one prize per magazine or prize for each magazine?
why you may not win twitter comps
a really interesting article by Di http://superlucky.me/2014/09/choosing-winner-rt-giveaway/
Help - Can't use the drop down
The drop down bit to change the order of the posts won't do anything??
Has anyone received a furby through the post?
Today, I got a parcel and it was a furby. Now I haven't done any competitions since about March. I have no idea why it's here. The only clue I have is the post mark, which shows it's from Gwent. Anyone else got one of these? I just wish I knew where it came from!
Good Night and Good Luck!
Hi folks! I started comping nearly 18 months ago, and it's been a great distraction at a time when I was re-evaluating what to do with my career. In the last week or so, however, I've started a new job as a HE lecturer working with students from non-conventional backgrounds that I'm really looking forward to and that will…
Rafflecopter?
Can anybody help? Ihav'nt been comping for a few years as I hav'nt had the time and things have changed a bit. Can anybody tell me what is Rafflecopter as I have never heard of it before . Many thanks
1st twitter win
Have had a notification from weight watchers that I am one of the winners of chocky biscuits and to DM them my details but they are not following me so can't DM them, have replied to there message asking to follow me. Hope they respond.
Hi all, newbie here
Hi all, I'm Kelly and new to comping :) Some tips really - I've been going through the posts last 2 days and entering those I feel I would like to win rather than everything. I leave the tab open and remember last one before refreshing - any other tips on how you manage what ones you've entered etc - what other sites are…
Chat dailies
Hi everyone :) are the videos playing on the Chat dailies for you all please? Thanks :A
Limited Time Only! Act NOW to Claim Your Prize! Have I Won ?
Jusr received today a email from America saying basically I have won, I'm not getting too exsited, you usally get " Out for Naught " has anyone else had this kind of email ? :beer: THIS IS AN ADVERTISEMENT IMPORTANT 2014 Prize Processing CONGRATULATIONS YOU WON! • It's Absolutely FREE! • No surveys to take! • Nothing to…
Volunteer required re a situation vacant.
Hi,is anyone up for stepping in to sort this. Re this thread. Plus here As many do not step in to the "regulars" I hope that it is OK to post the "vacancy" here. Cheers.

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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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