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Archives for January 2015

How can you tell a genuine email
I use Gmail and I was wondering how can you tell if a email in your spam section is a genuine winning email ,Because in the spam section it has a warning saying things like... Be careful with this message. Similar messages were used to steal people's personal information. Unless you trust the sender, don't click links or…
Monkey has gone to chinchilla heaven
I know this has absolutely nothing to do with comping but just wanted to let you know that my beautiful Monkey sadly passed away today. She will forever live on as my avatar.
FB Notifications
Hi all, I noticed today that a giveaway I entered on FB (Commenting on a post) had tagged me in the comments of the original post advising that I had won. I didn't receive a notification though and everything I've checked on my settings seems to be OK as far as I can see. Any ideas as to why this wouldn't give me a…
Facebook competitions
Been coming quite a while now and have been quite lucky. But I just wondered how many people on here win regularly/sometimes on facebook comps? I don't want to fill my newsfeed with competitions but would consider opening up a separate account if I thought it was worth it? Also how do you know if you've won a fb comp? I…
Just found a gmail spam folder...I am an idiot, warning to all!
I opened a gmail account ages ago just for entering email comps and that is all I use it for. So already gmail splits emails into 3 tabs at the top and I thought the Social and Promotions tabs were the equivalent of spam. NO! Yesterday I accidentally stumbled across a spam folder on a drop down list on the left and in…
Chrome not remembering
Chrome has stopped remembering what I have entered on forms, can anybody help.
Safety with online competitions, advice please.
Just started entering 'competitions', most of which seem to be market research and attempts to persuade me to allow contact from various companies. I know nothing about scams or spams so would be grateful for any advice please. Thank you MRSJKJ
Lol
Don't often post in here but this just seemed so appropriate to MSE :rotfl::rotfl::rotfl::rotfl:
Another one bites the dust
Twitaculous has become a subscription site only :( I tried to do the free surveys/videos/tasks ect and within 10 minutes I had 16 spam emails and 4 text messages :eek: I know you will all say most of the comps (and more) are on here, I used the site almost daily just for convenience and speed. Another site to delete which…
Comp win media interest
I won a comp and the company sponsoring want to get local media invovled and run my story. Dont really want the publicity. Can i avoid it if it mentions it in t& cs any advice Tia x
Facebook help pls
Not very good with facebook really and don't really know what I'm doing lol but if I like and share and the share is on my timeline only is that ok?Probably not been doing it right as I've not won anything from facebook ever and thought maybe I've been doing it wrong all along lol :(
So you win the Euromillions Raffle tonight
And at the same time win the trip around the world ( all cash alternate ) so the question is this do you take... OPTION 1: Singapore/Australia/New York Trip Return transfers for you and Your guests from Your home to the nearest International airport which flies to Singapore. Return first class flights for a maximum of four…
Firefly you are spaced out :D
Firefly, your pm box is full. Blu X
Clickable links
Hi I was just wondering how people were creating clickable links for their posts.
New to comping :)
Hey everyone I've just started entering competitions a couple of days ago it's very addictive, this is a fab forum. Has anyone got any useless tips? Thanks xx
Query. Chat magazine.
Does anyone know, if JessicAhh is still posting the answers for Chat magazine? She hasn't been on MSE since 21/1, so I wondered if someone had taken over.
PLANET49/ eGENTIC... And Others
I had a friend ask about a link he found asking "Is this real?" about an apparent competition... I am actually surprised that I even need to post this but I am going to anyway. And lets start by Quoting Martin Lewis himself "Ask yourself, Is this too good to be true - because if it is you are more or less sure its a scam"…
New Facebook winners group
Does everyone know about Superlucky Di's new Facebook winners group? https://www.facebook.com/groups/CompWinners You can request to join, but also it's an open group, so you can search for your name without joining. She suggests that those joining turns off notifications, because obviously there would be too many. Blu X
Roboform help please - Mozilla
Hello Yesterday morning, Mozilla and Roboform were working in harmony, then in the afternoon, I got this message: Can not load RoboForm add-on Please restart browser or reinstall RoboForm TypeError: aId is undefined resource://app/modules/Customizable UI.jsm(1104) I've restarted browser and reinstall RoboForm twice now,…
UK Mail
Hi Just some very quick advice please. I just had a delivery notification by email saying Thank you for your order from . Your order reference Reveal comp winner, has been shipped on tracking consignment number xxxxxxxxxxxx [hidden] and is due for delivery on Thursday. I never received any notification that i won anything…

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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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