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Archives for September 2019

Sainsburys got rid of clear plastic bags in bakery and produce
As from today, Monday 30th Sept, Sainsburys have got rid of their clear produce bags from bakery for loose rolls etc and in the produce. Customers either can bring their own bags, buy them loose or buy one of the reusable produce bags for 30p. These bags are made from one 500ml plastic bottle. I have checked online and…
Sainsbury’s drops Basics as part of new five-year plan
https://www.thegrocer.co.uk/own-label/sainsburys-drops-own-label-basics-range-as-part-of-new-five-year-plan/597989.article Interesting that Sainsbury's has decided to go down the same route as Tesco and scrap its value products and replace it with another budget label range. Would you say the creation of the new Tesco…
Best cashback site for groceries?
Does anyone have any good tips for saving money using cashback sites for groceries? I know there are a few I just wondered if there is any particularly good one?
Lidl 4/5/6 Oct
From first week in October Lidl after changing to include Friday in the weekend offer, and having a "wine of the week" rather than just a weekend. E&W Official MoneySavingExpert insert Tue 1 Oct: Could be a good time to stock up on staples like toilet roll and shampoo: https://www.lidl.co.uk/en/c/super-weekend/c756/w2 Head…
Use by date still on shelf?
Hi there I was in a large supermarket and they had a product on the shelf where the use by date was yesterday. I took a picture and emailed them. They’ve just emailed me back saying sorry and the manager has now been made aware. Isn’t this a criminal offence to sell food past the use by date? Could I take this further? I’m…
Tesco to pull the plug its first Jack's store
Tesco's masterplan to take on Aldi and Lidl seems to have been the damp squib many predicted. The Telegraph reports that its Rawtenstall branch is already to be axed, though it still plans to open a further three Jack's this year. The phrase 'throwing good money after bad' springs to mind...
Celebrations tubs £3 at Wilko Instore and Online
https://www.wilko.com/en-uk/celebrations-tub-650g/p/0486221?utm_medium £2 C&C £5 delivery so not worth it unless you are doing an order anyway
Christmas Choc tubs 2 for £7 at Asda
https://groceries.asda.com/promotion/2-for-pound-7.00/ls89609? Quality Street Roses Celebrations Heroes
Cathedral City cheese £1.89 at Iceland
Cathedral City Cheese (350g) is on offer for £1.89 at Iceland (norm £3). That's £5.40 per kg. This is one of Iceland's 7 Day Deals which are available online from Tuesday and in store from Wednesday. https://www.iceland.co.uk/search?q=cathedral%20city There's mild, mature, mature lighter and extra mature to choose from.…
Sainsburys now joined the club and have stopped plastic bags for online shops
Sainsburys have joined Asda and Tesco by not offering plastic bags for home deliveries now. I have bought a garden trolley so I just put all my shopping in it and then offload from there but could be of interest to some who use Sainsburys for their weekly shops. The tesco drivers are really not happy about how long…
Morrisons pork shoulder price?
Yesterday I went to Morrisons butchery counter to buy a joint of pork. There were no shoulder joints on display, so I asked the butcher for a big one (feeding hordes). He brought out a whole shoulder, which was ideal. I didn't really notice at the time but when I unwrapped it today I saw it was £2.50/kg, so just over £8…
White Vinegar Spray- Where to Buy
Does anyone know which shops now sells White Vinegar spray which we use as a cleaning product. We so far cannot find in Tesco, Morrisons or Asda stores near us Thank you
Substitute For Consomer Soup
I have to eat consomme soup for 24 hours before a medical procedure next week The only one I can find to buy is Baxter beef consomme and that is very expensive. Are there any. alternatives. Can I buy Minestrone soup which is clear and then drain off. Whatever I have it must be clear. Any suggestions please.
Shopping for wine in Germany
We have just come back from a nice trip to Austria and Germany. Now, if I was going to advise people on where to shop for wine in a German supermarket, you may automatically think Lidl, Aldi or maybe Netto. However, we grabbed 8 bottles of an amazing Italian wine for E3.99 each (around £3.56) from a Penny store. For anyone…
75p Chocolate Orange at Tesco
Hey all! I spotted that Terry's Chocolate Orange is being reduced from £2 to 75p at Tesco from tomorrow (Wed 18 Sept). The deal will be valid until Tue 24 Sept. Perfect for stocking up for Christmas (if you can wait that long :rotfl:) https://www.tesco.com/groceries/en-GB/promotions/A32701519
Iceland customers still unable to use their Bonus Cards online - here's how to get your money back
Iceland has apologised to customers who have been unable to use money on their Bonus Cards to shop online - if your money is stuck on your card here's how to get a refund...Read the full story: 'Iceland customers still unable to use their Bonus Cards online - here's how to get your money back' Click reply below to discuss.…
Lidl weekend 21/22 Sept
E&W A good weekend
Chocolate Tubs £3.50 each - Celebrations - Heroes - Quality Street - Roses @ Tesco
https://www.tesco.com/groceries/en-GB/buylists/christmas-food-and-drink/christmas-chocolate-and-snacks/tubs-and-cartons? Official MoneySavingExpert insert Tue 10 Sep: It's true - the big tubs of Celebrations, Heroes, Quality Street and Roses are all £3.50 each at Tesco (normally £5), and the offer's on till Tue 17 Sep.…
Milk Prices: have I missed something?
When I went to buy my usual milk this week (Arla BOB) it had gone up from £1.20 a carton to £1.60. That's a 33.3% increase!:eek: I checked on mysupermarket and the price for the BOB milk seems much the same everywhere, not counting offers. Is this a case of a price rise just 'because they can' or has something happened to…
Lidl weekend 14/15 Sept
E&W - the cold meat is good , olive oil always worth having in the cupboard , and somehting that hasnt been on offer before in the pasta

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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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