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I need a recommended joiner NE England
Hi again I'm hoping that you lovely MSE forumites can help out please in recommending a good, reliable and reasonable joiner or handyman who would be able to hang some internal doors and create a good storage area under our stairs. I have had one guy to quote who has disappeared off the face of the earth and one guy came…
Anyone noticed tesco meat shelves?
Me and my OH were recently doing the food shop, when we noticed the meat shelves in Tescos have been replaced as black ones (usually white). Does anyone know the reason for this? Yes, bit of a Norris Cole question but we have been scratching our heads over it :rotfl: :money::money::money::money::money: <3 Martin
Rochester - local groups?
Evening all - i have recently moved to Rochester area, and would really appreciate it if anybody knew of any local craft groups. There are so many things i would like to make or do that i dont know where to start! I work shifts so a regular adult education course is not ideal for me! Fingers crossed for ideas!
NE England - reliable coach hire firms
Hi, I am currently in the process of organising a coach for next June to travel to the Glastonbury Festival and take a large group of us all there and back safely. Last week I emailed 12 companies and only two have replied to my request for a quote. Could anyone recommend a good, reliable coach hire company, we may even…
Birthday cake in E. Yorkshire?
Can anyone recommend anyone who makes birthday cakes in EROY? Don't mind if it is a bakery or a nice lady who makes them to fill in her day! Ideally somewhere in the area between Goole, Hull & Beverley. My FIL is 65 next month & I usually find shop bought cakes come with an armoured coating - they call it icing, I would…
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Problems with Bristol Freecycle?
I had coffee with two friends this morning, neither of whom had met before and both have had problems with Bristol Freecycle. One was banned for saying the rule of putting area in wanteds was silly but yes she would do it in future and the other has had someone going into her account and changing the email settings…
ByBox Location, Manchester
I've got some goods coming to the Bybox lockers in Manchester (https://www.bybox.com) and I for the life of me can't find the location. Does anyone know where BB4218 Manchester C&W Cable & Wireless Store Street Manchester M1 2NJ is? I've looked on google earth and couldn't see where it is.
Banbury - Conservatory cleaning
Just moved into a house with a conservatory and the roof and guttering etc is filthy. It is definitely too big a job for me. Any recommendations of conservatory cleaners in Banbury. Is it best to start calling window cleaners or does it need a specialist person. Cant really find much on google Thanks
Solicitor in Merseyside
Apologies, as I can't find my post from last week. Can anyone suggest a decent firm in the Merseyside area and any to avoid please?
live moths/butterflies
a bit of a random request but where can i buy live moths or butterflies from? pet shops? internet? etc??? preferably somewhere in west yorkshire
South West Cornwall & in need of a hobby
Evening all Hoping this is the right area for this. Im in desperate need of a hobby or something to occupy myself with in my spare time. Ive tried lots of different things but i cant seem to find anything to really grab my interest. Even if no one is local to this area, just some ideas would be fab, just so i can set about…
B & M homestore -opening Reading
Not sure if this is the right place to post but Reading is getting a B & M Homestore from next week. it's where focus used to be on the retail park down the Oxford Road opposite Wickes.
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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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