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Archives for March 2006
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First glimpses of my new baby..... Blog Discussion
This is a chat forum discussion on Martin's 'First glimpses of my new baby.....' blog which you can read here.
An automated Freudian slip?.... Blog Discussion
This is a chat forum discussion on Martin's 'An automated Freudian slip?....' blog which you can read here.
Make Me Rich Outtakes Video
Well, not quite outtakes, but i couldn't think of a better name.... more an edited highlights of embarassment. For the final wrap party for the editorial team... the editor neil cut the following DVD as a take home gift. Warning! Some of it has been edited together for the sake of vulgarity. If you're easily offended…
A word of warning, Norwich Union's missing word is worrying! Blog Discussion
This is a chat forum discussion on Martin's 'A word of warning, Norwich Union's missing word is worrying!' blog which you can read here.
Whether to wonder about the weather wonder! Blog Discussion
This is a chat forum discussion on Martin's 'Whether to wonder about the weather wonder!' blog which you can read here.
Worries about insider dealing amongst the MSE team!!! Blog Discussion
This is a chat forum discussion on Martin's 'Worries about insider dealing amongst the MSE team!!!' blog which you can read here.
The PM as my personal seat warmer blog discussion
This is a chat forum discussion on Martin's 'The pm as my personal seat warmer' blog which you can read here.
Back by popular demand, YES!
[font=Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif][font=Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif][font=Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif]Make Me Rich is back: it's being repeated from this Saturday on ITV2 at 3.30pm......[/font][/font] [/font][font=Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif][font=Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif] Hopefully some of you will remember I had my…
Oy you Blog Discussion
This is a chat forum discussion on Martin's 'Oy you' blog which you can read here.
How do I persuade the MSG to post in the chat forum? Blog Discussion
This is a chat forum discussion on Martin's 'How do I persuade the MSG to post in the chat forum?' blog which you can read here.
Sometimes the maths just doesn't add up
This is a chat forum discussion on Martin's 'Sometimes the maths just doesn't add up' blog which you can read here.
Give me big, chunky and processed any day Blog Discussion
This is a chat forum discussion on Martin's 'Give me big, chunky and processed any day' blog which you can read here.
£3.99 for all you can eat pizza - bargain? Blog Discussion
This is a chat forum discussion on Martin's '£3.99 for all you can eat pizza' blog which you can read here.
Weather World
This is a Chat Forum discussion on Martin's 'Weather World!' blog that you can read here
Did I really say that on prime time BBC1.....? Blog Discussion
This is a Chat Forum discussion on Martin's 'Did I really say that on prime time BBC1.....?' blog that you can read here
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MSE News
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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