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free MOVIE rental / poss cashback too!
https://uk.chili.com/ Topcashback uk has them listed too for some small change. NO SUBSCRIPTION. REGISTER NOW, THE FIRST MOVIE'S ON US! CHILI LAUNCHES THIS SUMMER IN UK FOLLOWING SUCCESS IN ITALY A pay per movie service, CHILI not only gives movie and TV fans unique access to new cinema releases on the big screen, digital…
Free Climbing day at 5 centres in England & Wales (Booking reqd)
JOIN US TO CELEBRATE THE WALLS THAT UNITE US, NOT DIVIDE US Free climbing, gear giveaways and more. For every climber who joins our Global Climbing Day at a participating climbing gym, we will donate $1 to the KHUMBU CLIMBING CENTER (up to $100,000). In the UK there are five confirmed climbing centres participating: in…
Choice of dog food sample from Wafcol
https://www.wafcol.co.uk/contact/request-a-free-sample/ Request a Free Sample We’re one of the few dog food companies that still offer free samples, so get yours now! Samples are only available in the UK and may take 4-6 weeks to fulfill.
Free FA Men's England Shirt instore at Sports Direct
Valid until 29/7/18 or until stocks last. Claim instore using the code FREETSHIRT. Official MoneySavingExpert insert Tue 24 Jul: Get a free men’s England football T-shirt when you go into a Sports Direct store (find your nearest) and quote the code FREETSHIRT at the till. The shirt is currently being sold online for…
Pride The Lion Toy
TODAY ONLY Collect from your local The Entertainer Store Here: http://www.thetoyshop.com/store-finder https://www.facebook.com/192171700855655/posts/2067490323323774/
Free bee identification chart
Join the Bee Cause moment to save the bees from extinction and you will get free activity pack that includes Bee identification poster, Guide to helping bees, Stickers & postcard. https://act.friendsoftheearth.uk/act/bee-cause-materials-order-form
Free Malibu Piña Colada until 10/07/18 at participating venues
Malibu Pina Colada Day is back! 1 free Malibu Piña Colada upon presentation of mobile e-voucher at participating venues. https://www.pinacoladaday.co.uk/ Venues: http://www.pinacoladaday.co.uk/bars Terms: https://www.maliburumdrinks.com/uk/legal/malibu-pina-colada-day-terms/
Summer Reading Challenge
This year's Summer Reading Challenge starts in libraries across England and Wales this coming Saturday. This year's theme is Mischief Makers and features the characters from The Beano. This also links in well with the hugely popular 'Dennis and Gnasher Unleashed' on CBBC. The challenge has already started in Scotland…
free tickets to Love BN1 Festival (certain Brighton homes only)
on 5th August (day after the main Pride events) https://www.brighton-pride.org/bn1-resident/ (URL corrected) - link seen on a mailshot, received as live near to the Preston Park.. Various family friendly activities, with appearance by Nile Rodgers & Chic
Free copy The Week + free travel mug
0800 088 2490 offer closes 31st August limited to first 5000 respondents Code: 1807S3
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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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