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What's the best thing you've got on Freecycle?
Hi guys We're just updating our Freecycle guide and would love to hear people's Freecycle success stories. What's best thing you've got? And if there's a nice story behind it, all the better :-) Thanks
Sample of Garnier 'shine be gone' moisturiser
I know the moisture match has been posted before and you can pick from a drop down menu but I cant find this specific 'shine be gone' moisturiser posted anywhere? If people think it should be merged with the others then I will do so. http://www.garnier.co.uk/_en/_gb/moisture-match/free-sample-shine-be-gone.aspx shine be…
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Arthur Britannicus - Roman Adventure for Simon Scarrow Fans - Free on Kindle today
I also came across Arthur Britannicus free on Kindle today. Looks like a good Roman adventure story - perfect for Simon Scarrow and Ben Kane fans. Carausius is born into a savage life. His father was a respected warrior chief, a leader of men. But as a boy, Carausius witnesses his violent death. As the boy grows into a man…
Love's Hurdles - Rom-Com for Jane Green fans - Free on Kindle today
I came across Love's Hurdles by Emma Lee-Potter on free offer on Kindle today. Like like a fun rom-com - good for Jane Green or Sophie Kinsella fans. Mimi Carter is the youngest member of the British showjumping team for London 2012. Fiercely competitive and a brilliant rider, she’s desperate to win an Olympic gold medal…
The Henchmen's Book Club [Kindle Edition] FREE
The guy that wrote this was nominated for a BAFTA this year. Good Freebie. http://www.amazon.co.uk/The-Henchmens-Book-Club-ebook/dp/B005FX0KRU/ref=sr_1_5?s=digital-text&ie=UTF8&qid=1369764207&sr=1-5&keywords=danny+king
Archna's Free Game of the Week: Brain Drain
Click the link to play the game: Brain Drain Don't forget if you have a suggestion for a game and want to see it in the Moneysaving tip email [EMAIL="freegame@moneysavingexpert.com"]freegame@moneysavingexpert.com[/EMAIL] or let me know what kind of games are your favourite. Note from Martin: Why it's Archna's Free Game of…
Free make-up....
http://www.myfamilyclub.co.uk/shopping/weeks-deals/free-make-up-samples-24351 Via link, get free make-up samples before they go....Clarins, Giorgia Armani, Clarins, Hugo, L'oral etc - claim them all before they are gone.
Free app: iBomber Defense Pacific
First 50,000: http://www.thesun.co.uk/sol/homepage/fun/gaming/4938334/Free-iPhone-game-worth-199-for-50000-readers.html DW :D
Sample of Armani Foundations (FB)
Not done this myself but I asssume its a voucher to take to your nearest store. https://www.facebook.com/GiorgioArmaniBeauty?sk=app_184139275066866 available in the UK and ROI from 13th May to 30th June subject to availability upon presentation of this invitation. One 3ml sample of Luminous Silk Foundation and one 3ml…
The Noose Tightens - Police Thriller for Peter James Fans - Free on Kindle Today
I came across The Noose Tightens by Alastair Kinnon free on Kindle today. Looks like a good police thriller - for Peter James or Ian Rankin fans. In a dusty barn the body of a young boy is found hanging. Murdered. It is the most sickening case Sergeant Martin Nicols has ever witnessed. And also the most baffling. From a…
Muse (Live) - 2nd June, 15,000 Tickets
Muse have revealed they will perform live at London's Horse Guards Parade Ground, in St. James's Park after the premier of film World War Z on Sunday 2nd June 2013. The Paramount Pictures feature Muse's music in the new Brad Pitt zombie movie which debuts in Leicester Square before Muse perform for 15,000 fans for FREE.…
Swap your old handcream for a free Crabtree and Evelyn Hand Therapy 25g
Details here: http://www.crabtree-evelyn.co.uk/ hth :j
Free Hashbrowns at Waffle House
I really like waffles I hope you do too! http://wafflehouse.fbmta.com/shared/images/4294967309/4294967309_20130521094160.jpg. Coupon is good Monday through Friday at participating locations through 6/3/13.
Free live streaming of this weekends F1 Monte Carlo Grand Prix from NOWTV.
If you've got one of those Twitter accounts have a look here.............. http://www.nowtvwatchtherace.com/
Free greetings card at M & S Norwich
2 ladies handing out vouchers on the grond floor department in Marks & Spencers, Norwich for a free greeting card, can be used for any card but today only. I used the voucher for a £3.00 card.
River of Bones - Horror Thriller for James Herbert Fans - Free on Kindle today
I also came across 'River of Bones' by Jodi Cleghorn. Looks like a classy horror thriller - good for Stephen King or James Herbert fans. It’s October 1974 and all is not well in the town of Elyora. First the clocks stop. And men in shiny suits turn up offering payment for the inconvenience. Then the phone lines stop…
In The Dark Of The Moon - Naval Adventure for Bernard Cornwell Fans - Free on Kindle
I came across In The Dark of the Moon by Christopher Kenworthy on free offer on Kindle today. Looks like a classic naval adventure - good for Bernard Cornwell fans. England, the 1800s. Matthew Milburn is robbed of his Westmorland hill farm by the scheming of local landowner Lady Sarah Sharpe and her crony Sir Jonathan…
Free can of Monster - Brighton
On the corner of Cranborne Street (in front of the Vans store) there's a truck handing out full size cans of Monster Energy, no idea how long it's there for -I got a can literally five minutes ago HTH
FREE festival 6-9th June, Bring your tent!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5A5jNylGgds This year, Bilderberg* annual meeting is taking place in...... WATFORD! (*the world secret government where everything is decided and filtred down to our government... David Cmaeron attended in the past) NB:they would like to keep it secret but some of us are doing the opposite…

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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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