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Nottinghams world cup anthem
http://www.trentfm.co.uk/Article.asp?id=1810482
FREE World Cup Air Freshener
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Free dental check for pets
[title=http://images2.moneysavingexpert.com/images/dp/wtd_underline.gif] What's this about?[/title] PetSmile Month is an initiative that provides a free dental check-up for your pet as well as advice on treatment and prevention. There are over 1,000 participating vets in the UK. The cost of a dental check-up varies per…
FREE 2010 World Cup Wallchart from SCREWFIX
Hi all, Screwfix are giving away free 2010 World Cup Fixture List Wallcharts, which show the date/time of all matches as well as whether ITV or BBC are televising them. Disappointing to see that ITV have got England's first two games. No purchase is needed. Just pop into a Screwfix store and pick one up. Hope ths helps.
Free Oyster card holders
Hi all Was making my usual Tube journey to work this morning and a nice bobby handed me a free Oyster card holder :D Presumably they're doing this at a few stations across the network, so keep your eyes peeled. I was quite pleased as I always miss out on these things! Suze
Compliation album from Tune tribe
Email from tune tribe (the website which 'promised' to offer top 20 albums a while ago): Tunetribe have selected a top-class compilation of brand-new music which will be available to all as a free download. Artist roster: Black Soul Strangers, Doll & The Kicks, Delirium Tremens, Dub Pistols, Jim Kroft, John Moore, Kerry…
Valued Opinions Survey problems
Unable to find original VO thread. Is anyone else experiencing problems accessing VO surveys? For the past couple of days, when clicking from their survey invitations the page doesn't seem to load. Had no problems in the past, using IE8. If surveys are loading, can you please advise which browser you are using? Thank you
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Automated Troubleshooter for your PC
Microsoft have launched "Microsoft Fix It Centre" It's in the Beta stage of testing but it works fine. It's a FREE download that fixes many problems including; Problems with sound, Video problems in browsers, Aero Glass problems, System Maintainance, Internet Explorer problems, System speed and performance, Windows search…
Free Cherry Vimto + a chance to win an iPod Touch
Enter your details for a free bottle of Cherry Vimto and a chance to win an iPod Touch. After you have entered your details you will be able to print a coupon to get your free bottle of 500ml Cherry Vimto. Your details are required to validate your coupon at One Stop stores. They will also use these details to contact you…
Archna's Free Game of the Week: Isoball
Use the random selection of blocks (rotate and delete are useful!) to move the ball safely into the hole, but quick you're being timed! the blocks to bump to the ball to the hole by building a track with blocks. Click the link to play the game: Isoball Don't forget if you have a suggestion for a game and want to see it in…
Archna's Free Game of the Week: Jewel Gears
Rotate the board to clear the jewels in as few moves as possible (grouping the jewels together makes them disappear). Click the link to play the game: Jewel Gears Don't forget if you have a suggestion for a game and want to see it in the Moneysaving tip email…
Free stickers from gmail...
Anyone else rec'd these in the post? A wad of funny pc stickers...?
Free diet hypnosis podcast
From the Times Online - Just in time to get that bikini figure lol:j http://women.timesonline.co.uk/tol/life_and_style/women/diet_and_fitness/article6970362.ece click on the link half way down on the left
ASDA Sporting Chance, FREE sports, NEW sessions released
Getting your kids active this summer couldn’t be simpler, all you need to do is… * Pop into your local ASDA store and ask for a Sporting Chance voucher from the checkouts PRINT FROM HERE * Visit the WEBSITE or call 0113 237 6555 to search for sessions near you (currently search available until the 30th July 2010, Summer…
free women's workshop for 40 plus Marlow
Hiya ladies, we went to the health show at Olympia today and in one of the mags was an ad for a free workshop for women over 40 in Marlow Bucks It says register at http://www.womens-health-concern.org/workshop/index.html Living and loving well beyond 40! A free workshop for women Part of our 2010 Sexual Health Awareness…
Free sample of 1 Million fragrance by Paco Rabanne (1st 25,000)
Free sample top right hand corner. The "1 Million Free Sample Promotion" begins on May 17th, 2010 at 9AM GMT and ends on July 15th, 2010 The first 25,000 (twenty five thousand) entrants will receive one 1.2ml sample of Paco Rabanne. http://uk.askmen.com/microsites/manmonth/index.html#second
A favour that'd take 30 seconds...
The financial education petiton closes sunday -we're on 18,700 we could really do with more than 20,000. If you're 30 seconds please would you sign it (provided you agree of course) www.financialeducationpetition.com Thanks Martin
Free copy of Livingetc Magazine
Just received an e-mail for a free copy of livingetc magazine this is a homes mag for modern living just call 0845 3573614 they will try and sell you 3 copies for £3 but i just said i wasn't interested
Here's one for the vegetarians : Free Stickers, DVD, and Info on Helping Animals
Official MoneySavingExpert.com insert: You can order the free vegetarian starter kit by going to the Peta homepage, scrolling down to the 'cruelty-free lifestyle' box and clicking on 'free vegetarian/vegan starter kit' (there's a cow in the picture). Then fill in your name and address. Thanks to belladonna30 for originally…

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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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