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Archives for June 2019

Puzzler Magazine - Online Entry Query
I've been entering this for more years than I can remember and never had a win. I'm not really surprised about that given the number of entries they must be getting but I thought I would just check that my personal details were correctly recorded on the system. I see that my postal address is there correctly recorded in…
doblotto.com - the end may be nigh.
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TV Choice
I saw on the latest post DUKE will no longer be providing the answers. I'm happy to take the mag on if nobody has volunteered yet.
ITV question
Hi lovelies! First post but hoping someone can offer some pearls of wisdom. If you are a lucky ITV winner is there usually a time around which they call you? Thank you!:j
MoneySavers win clean sweep of holiday prizes in Elton John radio competition - MSE News
Ovo Energy customers on its standard tariff will see their prices rise by up to £135 a year, after it announced its second hike of the year...Read the full story: 'MoneySavers win clean sweep of holiday prizes in Elton John radio competition' Click reply below to discuss. If you haven’t already, join the forum to reply.
Dorset Cereals are dropping tokens
"At the end of this year, we’ll be waving farewell to our tokens scheme. That means there’ll be no more tokens to collect after August – but don't worry, you’ll still be able to exchange yours for offers from our friends, and our raffle will be back to give you an extra chance to win fabulous stays in Dorset. Plus, all our…
Verify your status for win
I have received the bellow in a wem for a small win (a CD) from NME AAA "In order to send you the prize, we have to verify your status. Can you please reply with any bill (utility, phone, etc.) or bank statement that includes your name & address?" I have never been asked to do this before, has anyone else?
Sony speaker comp
Does anyone have the Pringles code please?
Kerching and Win ?
Hi what does everyone think about https://www.kerchingandwin.co.uk ? Worth doing? Spamy? Intrusive? or Good chance to win? I'm on the fence :money:
William Hill log in issue might be finally sorted
A few weeks ago, some of us had problems logging in at William Hill. See HERE and HERE I gave up trying. But just in case, I tried again today to log in and enter this competition HERE It started out as before, and my log in didn't work. I tried clicking their link to reset my password (which I had tried several times when…
New to comping - advice
Hi there I am new to comping and just wondered how many comps do you all enter a day? Is it something you do everyday religiously? Would be good to get a sense of how much you entering you need to do to get a return. Any other tips also welcome! Thanks Emily
Considering Reporting a Competition by an International Brand to ASA
On May 19th I took part in HONOR's Hunt the HONOR 8X competition in Manchester from this post - E: 24/05? Honor 8x ( x88 Effort) - and I now believe they have broken multiple Advertising Standards Agency rules. No terms and conditions were available and I believe they changed the method of entry throughout the course of…
Mystery envelope
I have had a few small wins lately so when an envelope of the kind that often contains vouchers or coupons arrived today I was quite hopeful. But it has been opened and is empty, nothing to say who it was from anywhere, just the postage paid sticker on the front. :mad: Anyone know if the sender can be identified from the…
How long to wait?
I won a competition about 10 days ago, got the message through asking for my address, but haven't receive anything, how long would you leave it to send a gentle email saying you haven't received it? Thank you
Morrisons Listening
Hi, Just wondering if anyone has won anything through the Morrisons Listening competition that enters you into a draw to win a £1000 voucher?
Competitions closing
I have done a search but I can’t find the answer. How do you get the list of closing internet completions by the closing date order ?
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Another new Take a Break magazine
Hi, just to let you all know there's a new magazine out that I've bought today - Take a Break Pets. There are competitions but currently there is no form to enter these on the Take a Break website. When it's live and I have a link I'll post the competitions from this magazine. While I'm here...a few weeks ago I posted the…
Does anyone win
Has anyone win any of these comps Sorry I’m new to this just sceptical
Has anyone else had problems wrenching a prize from La Redoute?
I'm at the shaming on social media stage, contacting the ASA plus an email to their CEO's office... After a month when I initially chased it up I discovered they had not yet passed on my delivery details to get it despatched. It just sucks the fun out of winning something. Made doubly annoying because I shop with them…

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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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