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Archives for October 2009

BPA and SIGG water bottle exchange programme (ends 31 Oct)
I'm not sure if this is the right place to post this but as MoneySavingExpert is about consumer rights as well as saving money and buying/using reusable water bottles is seen by many as a "green" thing to do I thought people on this board might like to know about this, especially that this has received little media…
LED light bulbs getting better
I have heard LED bulbs are only good for highlighting and not for main lighting but it seems the break through may be here The article claims they last 30 years if sued 4 hours a day and better than the normal compact fluorescents, eh snag is the price £30 and only up to 60w but 100w available end of next year…
Ecodan Air Source Heat Pumps - Help!
Hi! Wonder if anyone can help....Our neighbour wants to put 10 x Ecodan Air Source Heat Pumps on an outrigger next door to our property. They will be situated 4 meters from our boundary and approximately 5 meters away from our bedroom windows. The literature for these say the noise they create is 49dB (within 1m of the…
MHRV & Air Source Heat pumps advice please
My family and I have been fortunate enough to secure planning permission to build our new home. We want to incorporate some 'green' technologies into it and I am at a loss as to who to turn to for advice. We intend to insulate the building very well but concede it has a large footprint and the loft space comprises of…
Runner Beans
How long should I keep my Runner Beans,canes etc., for before I put away for winter?
Washable Trainer Pants-with the inserts needed
Please does anyone know where to get a couple of cheapish pairs to try out before I spend too much on them?
'green' disposable nappies-how to compare their eco-credentials?
Hi there, I've been trying to get my head around how to compare the relative 'greenness' of the various eco-disposable nappies. None of them seem to give clear statements that I can compare with any other brand. I'm sure someone must have written about it somewhere, but my googling hasn't helped me much yet! Can anyone…
Disappearing bees
I saw this documentary last night which provided a lot of food for thought on current farming practices http://vanishingbees.co.uk/# I thought it might be of interest to people on this board. It's certainly made me determined to stick to my principles around organic/homegrown food and continue to try to improve…
Local Council White Good Uplifts
Have you ever heard of Local Councils making deals with local businesses to pass on White Goods they uplift? I was recently in a shop in Exeter which said they got lots of 2nd hand stock in this method but I've never heard of it anywhere else.
How long any electric tea kettle can keep tea hot?
People are buying electric kettle for keep tea for long time, it means electric kettle keeps tea hot, so I want know about how long any electric tea kettle can keep tea hot?
Can you recycle.......?
On Friday we had four new bins delivered by the council. One for recyclables, one for non recyclables and 2 for food waste (a small caddy for indoors and a larger one for outdoors). Are the food trays you get from Tesco, Sainsburys etc classed as being recyclable? My leaflet says no to yogurt pots but what about the trays?
CO2 calculator
Found this earlier online and decided to do it. http://www.resurgence.org/resources/carbon-calculator.html My personal emissions approx are circa 5 tonnes so could do more to reduce, especially on the car front.......:rolleyes: Cycling lots more now and car share to work with a lady who lives a few roads away so i'm…
Electric Kettle Problems
"Eco" electric kettles generally have problems. Some are too heavy for old or infirm people. If you are poor at guessing the correct amount of water for the number of cups/mugs you can mark levels on your kettle. However the main kettle trouble is the time and energy wasted in making steam before the power is switches off.…
Attic heating ideas?
I have no heating in the attic of my house which is used as a bedroom. With winter approaching, I'm looking for a solution. Does anyone have any recommendations for efficient electric radiators? I've been looking on line, but can't find any comparisons for electric radiators based on efficiency. Do they all use pretty much…
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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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