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Archives for October 2019

Lidl 8,9,10 November
E&W Chorizo is okay, but offers have definitely gone down another step since the 3 day weekend started
Wilko Pick & Mix - Half Price again until this Thursday 31/10/2019, BUT
The advert in most papers says Half Price "on all cups and bags". Often, I've found locally it doesn't cover bags, and often the treat cups disappear. I asked this morning on the way to work, whether they had run out, or removed them, and the store admitted 'on high' had ordered them to remove the treat cups. The regular…
Iceland - £2 bonus with every £20 bonus card topup
Iceland have finally brought Bonus Card payments back to online shopping orders. They are currently offering a £2 bonus for every £20 added to a bonus card. If you are a regular Iceland shopper, it's worth topping up the card with what you can. I have an interest free credit card to utilise so even better.
Sainsbury's to launch Nectar 'double-up' promo – here's what you need to know - MSE News story
If you've a stash of Nectar points, you may want to hold off spending them – as from tomorrow you can double your points, to then spend in store at Sainsbury's in a couple of weeks... Read the full story: 'Sainsbury's to launch Nectar 'double-up' promo – here's what you need to know' Click reply below to discuss. If you…
Lidl Super Weekend 1 to 3 November
Pecan Nuts 200g £1.99 Scottish Smoked Salmon 100g £1.47 Strawberry Conserve 450g 54p Clear Blossom Honey 250g £1.19 Wine of the week: Italian Barolo £7.99 Not great!!
Waitrose Rapid Delivery
Anyone else had the offer for this? I think it's only in selected areas at the moment. I tried it on Friday - very impressive. I wouldn't have bothered had it not been half-price with free delivery, and my initial reaction was that I wouldn't use it again because I can't justify paying £5 to have things brought to me when…
Lidl Super Weekend 25 to 27 October
Fairtrade Colombian Instant Coffee 100g, 84p 2 Gammon Steaks 350g, (Warren & Sons, smoked & Unsmoked), £1.19 Super Star Mix 300g, 64p Fruity Chews 500g, 99p Wine of the week: French Bordeaux Superieur £3.99 (24-30 Oct) Sweet tooth this week!
Baileys - 1 litre £10 til 20th Oct
Max of 3 per customer. Does not stop you getting 3 and partner getting another 3 at another till. There were loads on two pallets just before entering the fruit and veg
Is there an smartphone app like this?
I wonder s there an app which scans a bar code on a box or a can in a supermarket and then shows how much does the same item cost in competing supermarkets?
Vicks Self Defence £1.50p from Asda
For a 15ml spray of Vicks Self Defence Boots price - £6.55 Asda shelf price - £3.50 Asda Checkout price - £1.50 Purchased one yesterday in Doncaster Asda, and after checking receipt saw that I had only been charged £1.50p. Been back today and purchased a further 3 for the family - again paying just £1.50p each. I see that…
M&S Christmas treats
This is a bit of a cheeky question - M&S usually have 1/2 price on some of their boxed chocolates / biscuit selections around this time of year to stimulate sales. Does anyone know when it will be this year, or has it already been and gone? Nothing on the website as yet so I thought I'd ask here instead.
Wine offers at Lidl from Thursday 17 Oct
Buy 4 get 2 free on Chilean Cabernet Sauvignon 12.5% rated 86 6 bottles £17.40 so £2.90 per bottle French Sauvignon Blanc £2.99 per bottle 12.5% rated 84
Lidl Super Weekend 18 to 20 October
Chicken Breast Slices 180g 97p Fromil Laundry Gel (24 washes 888ml) Non-bio or 2 in 1, 99p Baby Wipes, 4 x 64 wipes, 97p Ultra Kitchen Towels 150 sheets, 99p. in England. First time i'd been in Lidl's for ages to get some cheese, it has been totally renovated, may use it more now the offers are on Friday's as well.
Waitrose Essential Mince Pies No Longer Vegan
Our local just got their first batch in. On doublechecking the ingredients Mrs Un found that this year they have milk powder in them
Baileys 1L bottle at Tesco
Baileys fans, we've spotted Tesco's selling 1L bottles of Baileys Original Irish Cream for £12 (normally £20), until 18 Nov. It's a good price if you're drinking it now, but if you're stocking up for Christmas it may be worth waiting as we usually see the same size bottles for £10 a bit nearer December. Enjoy! (though obvs…
Cheap yet reliable dishwasher tablets and rinse aid
Finish tablets and rinse aid work great however I cannot say the same about their price. Is there an alternative brand or supermarket own line which washes as good and costs much less?
Lidl Super Weekend 11-13 Oct
More cheese next weekend. Cider is good too, but I'd avoid the cereal bars. :D In Scotland the changes are: Aberdoyle Scottish Medium Mature Cheddar (400g) - £0.99 French Beaujolais Villages - £4.89 And the cider is £1 instead of £0.99 to comply with minimum pricing.
Tesco fresh figs
In store today were packs of 4 figs for £2.00, however SEL stated 2 packs for £1.25 !!! And indeed they went thro till at £1.25 for 2 packs. Not store specific as its showing the same offer online.
Morrisons removing plastic bags from all online deliveries
Email just received saying they've joined the no plastic bags party as well: We're making a change to our online shopping service as part of our aim to reduce the amount of plastic we use. From 28th October, we'll be removing plastic bags from our online deliveries, meaning your groceries will be delivered 'bagless'. The…

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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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