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Archives for August 2021

Comp liment button
Is anyone else having a problem with the Comp liment button ?Each time I click it, the page refreshes & my 'thanks' have not been logged.I have to click the button 4 or 5 times before my name appears as having thanked the poster.Driving me BugS*** :-(
Free-To-Play Football Competitions
Hello, Apologies if there is already a post about this but I'm trying to compile a list of all the free-to-play competitions I can think of. Please add any I have missed (I can't think of many but I know there's loads out there). Sky Super 6 - Correctly predict the score of 6 matches and win £250,000 (sometimes £1 million)…
Have i won?
**NEWBIE ALERT** this is my 1st post and my 1st competition entered so excuse me if this sounds silly. I entered a few competitions yesterday (actually quite alot as i got carried away) and i have today had a voicemail from Reward Breaks saying i have won a mini break, everything is free, anywhere in the UK etc, i just…
new search
does anybody know how to fill in new search facility. Edit, think I have sussed it.
Method of marking a competition as entered on the forum?
Hello fellow compers! Is there a method of marking competition threads that you have entered? This would be useful for not entering the same competition more than once!
RE NOTIFICATIONS
can anyone please help me, i used to receive emails whenever a comp from take a break and take a puzzle were posted, but i havent received any for months now and i dont know how to rectify this. Could anyone tell me please what i need to do. thanks
Facebook Messenger win notification - is this a bit odd?
Got a Message as follows, allegedly from Scottsdale Golf, sounds very dubious to me, particularly with the !!!!!! URL: " Hello... Congratulations !! You have been chosen as today's winner. HUGE GIVEAWAY OUR BIGGEST EVER PRIZE (worth over £4,000) WIN a full set of the limited edition J.Lindeberg clubs (Irons, Wedges,…
help please - puzzle comp
There is a comp I found here https://www.treasuretrails.co.uk/hidden-treasure/ideas/puzzling-fruit-championships Lots of puzzles to solve to find the answer. Does anyone fancy having a go? I've searched and not found it but by all means tell me I've missed it :D I'll leave whoever wants to put in the effort to list it on…
MSE will likely be featuring Competitions Time in the 11th Aug newsletter
This is definitely one of the most inspiring boards in the Forum, and it's about time it was mentioned in the MSE newsletter. Hopefully it'll get a shout out in next week's, which goes out on 11th August. We hope to include a success story or two as well. If you subscribe to the newsletter, please do look out for the…
Was this a competition? Northern Bloc delivery
I came home last night to find a large envelope address to me with 15 vouchers and a tote bag in from Northern Bloc ice cream, but there was no note or anything else! I can't find any competitions that it might have been or remember signing up for anything, so I'm a little confused. Does anyone remember if this was a…
Can anyone help me find what I've won?
I got a lovely email yesterday saying I was the winner of the recent Bee Good and Woolovers competition. I've had a search but can't find anything... If anyone has any idea I'd be most grateful. Thanks!
Tell Us The Total - Chat/Questions & Answers
Please use this post for the Tell Us The Total competition which starts today on Absolute Radio, Magic, Kiss & Planet Rock, https://forums.moneysavingexpert.com/discussion/6287255/e-06-08-5-00pm-win-tell-us-the-total-1-free-entry-online#latest
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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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