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Fossil smart watch for hubby’s 30th
Hi everyone I’m trying to plan gifts for my husband’s 30th in February (I’m currently on maternity leave so having to plan ahead on just statutory pay!). A nice watch is always a good gift for a ‘big’ birthday and I know he likes Fossil watches so I am thinking of getting him one of their hybrid smart watches. I have seen…
Anyone got an Alexander & James sofa?
Need a new lounge suite. Like the Alexander & James Hudson which we’ve seen in a large independent furniture shop. Can’t find any reviews for this brand online and the short warranty worries me as they’re not cheap. Anyone got experience? Specifically in how long their sofas last. Alternatively, where is good to buy sofas…
Lime hybrid matress
I am thinking about getting a new matress and keep seeing the lime hybrid matress on groupon. £100 for a double. It looks good but I'm struggling to find any proper reviews. Has anyone bought one and if so is it worth it??? Any advice is welcome 👍👍
SCS - negotiate discount
We are looking to order a suite from SCS which they claim is reduced by 50% although in truth their price is nearer the true value of similar suites in DFS etc. Has any one experience of negotiating a further discount particularly in view of the plethora a bank holiday deals now on at furniture shops. If yes how & what…
Quad for 5 year old
Morning all I am trying to find a suitable size electric quad bike for my 5 year old son noot more than £100 ideally any one seen any? The only ones I have seen so far have been far too small thanks
Assembled furniture
Hi all, Just in the process of moving into an unfurnished flat. I have like 0 DIY skills so Flatpack is not an option Can anyone recommend a shop that does cheap but good quality ready assembled furniture?
Instant Pot
Not sure where to post this but ? I live in Singapore and saw this post in a Singaporean Forum. I'm interested in any answer I might get here: ' The seal on my 40 plus year old pressure cooker has broken. Looking to replace with an Instant Pot. Two possibilities:…
Walking shoes
Any suggestions for reasonably priced walking shoes/boots?
Heated clothes airer
There are some posts about this but they are a bit old so thought I'd start a new one: I have seen these: https://www.argos.co.uk/product/5428797 https://www.argos.co.uk/product/7076006 There is also this which uses cold air but doesn't have good reviews: https://www.argos.co.uk/product/3139590 Alternatives are things like…
Jewellery purchase.
Hello forumites. I'm considering buying some Gold jewellery for a special occasion. I found a company called Glamira which is based in Germany. They seem to have a good reputation but I wondered if any MSE forum members had any experience of using them. Thanks in advance for any information.
Weighted Blankets - Good?
Read quite a bit about weighted blankets and how they are supposedly better for you. Has anyone got one or had experience with one?
Skillet Pan, Worth Buying?
I like steak. I'm pretty good at cooking them at the moment but wondering if I should invest in a proper cast iron skillet pan for steaks? I use a griddle pan and although they initially stick a bit, they're okay after loosening. Just wondering if a skillet would REALLY make a difference or would it just be very much the…
Looking for cheap photo prints A4 size please
Hi all, I want to print 80 photos, which have been optimised for A4. Can anyone suggest somewhere please? A local store, of a national chain, stated £7 each. I thought I'd misheard her 😂 Thank you in advance Nikki
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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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