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Archives for December 2020

Lidl weekend offers for Saturday 2 January
Proven wrong again but only 3 offers ;)
Which day is best to start scooping up GROCERY Boxing Day sales from supermarkets please?
Hi all, after Christmas a lot of the Christmas food like turkeys and mince pies will go on sale, often going from 50% to 25% then sometimes 10% the original price as supermarkets look to clear stock! Does anyone have any experience in timing these? I'd like to get the best deals so not too early, but also to not buy too…
Tesco Tray Liners Home Delivery
I know it's not very environmentally friendly but I like my supermarket deliveries to be delivered in bags. It just makes it much easier to bring everything into the house much faster. I used to use Sainsburys but now they've gone bagless I have switched to Tesco. Because having to empty the delivery crates myself one item…
Moral dilemma - am I wrong to have groceries delivered when I could get out to shop?
I told some friends that I have booked a Tesco delivery slot for a week before Christmas, and they were very negative that I was stealing a slot from someone who might have a more desperate need for it. Bearing in mind that I am nearly 69, my husband is 74 with diabetes, so I didn't think I was doing anything wrong. I only…
Frozen sausage rolls
Not bought frozen sausage rolls for a long long time. What supermarket would you recommend sell the best frozen ones please
Where to buy the best stuffed chicken?
Hi allPlanning to have a small roast tomorrow and wanted to buy a ready stuffed chicken, all supermarkets seem to do it with varying reviews, can anyone recommend the best one to go for?A friend suggested Waitrose, at the moment sounds like the safest option but would be great to get opinions from people who've tried…
Best 3 or 4 bird roast for Christmas
Can anyone recommend a nice 3 or 4 bird roast for Christmas dinner? This category doesn’t seem to be included in any of the 2020 taste awards this year. Advanced thanks!
Cheap Crimbo Veg
Lidl: 17 - 27 Dec:Carrots 1kg 29pBrussels Sprouts 500g 29pParsnips 500g 29pMini Roasting Potatoes 1.5kg 29palso Red Cabbage and Enchalion Challots 300g Prices may drop with price matching.Seems a little earlier this year, probably to ensure people can go more spaced out rather than all at the same time. I think Aldi's…
Asda Delivery Pass
I have a message on my Asda account this morning that they are offering a limited amount of anytime delivery passes. They are £6 a month.
Does anybody know the sell by date codes on Lidl packaged fruit and veg?
Whole salmon price £4.99 Kilo
Hi does anyone know if this offer is still on at Morrisons. Mum in law saw it advertised on telly said yesterday, yet friend says finished last week. As I get her shopping would have to go specially to Morrisons for her. Any update would be grateful
Can't Log Into Tesco Groceries Or Clubcard With Firefox
Anyone else ?
Lidl weekend offers for Friday 11 December
Double up on the Chocolate
Benchmark prices for favourites/staples
Hi all. I was chatting to the till assistant earlier having spotted loo roll on special offer at my local Spar. (If anyone's looking, at my local it was £5.99 for 24 rolls of 3 ply Velvet classic quilted!) She was interested in how I knew it was a good price (or more importantly, a geniunely good offer). I told her my…
Advent Calendars - what's happening!
Hi all, Any supermarket managers on the forum know what's the new policy on advent calendars as they've all been pulled from the shelves? Every year previous to this year, it's been no problem getting bargain priced advent calendars but it seems that this year all of it has gone. Any insider knowledge would be helpful…
Ocado not charged or pre-authorised my card yet -- does that means today's shopping won't arrive?
Hi, I placed my 1st Ocado order last week. I noticed they pre-authorised the approximate cost of the delivery the day before my delivery (i.e. they put a hold of £60 or so on my debit card) and then the exact cost of the delivery went through a few days later. But I have my 2nd delivery due in a few hours, later today, and…

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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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