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Free Sweet Pea Seeds
http://goto4gardening.co.uk/free-gifts/ Register Now to Receive Your Free Gift It says free gardening gift I received free sweet pea seeds plus growing instructions. They came in less than a week. found on twitter here https://twitter.com/Goto4Gardening/status/809805307752816640
Softpedia: 2016 Holiday Giveaways:
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Free OneTouch Verio Flex diabetes meter and app
https://www.diabetes.co.uk/promotions/onetouch-verio-flex-meter-giveaway/ This actually looks really cool. Downloaded the app and it looks smart so looking forward to getting the meter. There's a few meters with apps now and I've played around with most of them, this one definitely has the nicest ease of use. Looking…
Free gift for existing Sky customers
Original and Variety customers, who have connected boxes, will get access to Box Sets (Standard definition and in line with their current subscription) for three months and, customers who already have Box Sets or a non-connected box, receive a Sky Store voucher worth £13.99/€16.99 to spend on a movie of their choice.…
Free Greggs Festive Bake Lip Balm (selective shops only)
Greggs shops giving out festive lip balms: Belfast – Donegall Square West, BT1 6JH Birmingham – High Street, B4 7SL Cardiff – Queen Street, CF10 2BW Glasgow – Buchanan Street, G1 2LW Leeds – Central Arcade, LS1 6DX Liverpool – Wall Street, L1 8BU London – The Strand, WC2R 1JA Manchester – Deansgate, M3 2AY Newcastle –…
free indulgence soap samples
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Free First Choice+ 150ml Bottle with Size 1 Silicone Teat
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free star wars christmas printables
http://www.anthonyherreradesigns.com/starwarssnowflakes Official MoneySavingExpert insert Tue 13 Dec: To add a dark side to your Christmas decorating, you can download, print and cut out Star Wars character snowflakes. Characters from all films are included and can be downloaded as a PDF. Big thanks to argois for the spot!…
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free Eau De Gaga Perfume samples
claim here :)http://samples.eaudegaga.co.uk/ Official MoneySavingExpert insert Tue 6 Dec: The ‘Eau De Gaga’ perfume samples giveaway started on Mon 14 Nov with 5,000 available on a first-come first-served basis subject to availability. See full T&Cs for this offer. We’ve contacted Coty (the brand that makes the fragrance)…
Free Basmati Rice
Amira Foods UK 21 October · Sometimes it's hard to know what's good and what's not. Being the experts in rice we've tried everything out there (and trust us, we mean EVERYTHING) so we know what's good and what's not. But for us to say it doesn't carry much weight. So we're inviting you to put us to a free test - are you…
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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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