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Archives for April 2006

£50 to teach how to be a good consumer.... cheap at twice the price! Blog Discussion
This is a chat forum discussion on Martin's '£50 to teach how to be a good consumer.... cheap at twice the price!' blog which you can read here.
I am not a member of the mafia!!!!!Blog Discussion
This is a chat forum discussion on Martin's 'I am not a member of the mafia!!!!!' blog which you can read here.
Some personal finance journalists need to join the 21st Century! Blog Discussion
This is a chat forum discussion on Martin's 'Some personal finance journalists need to join the 21st Century! Out-dated & Outmoded Review!' blog which you can read here.
Milton Jones is a very very funny man Blog Discussion
This is a chat forum discussion on Martin's 'Milton Jones is a very very funny man' blog which you can read here.
Finally I've made up for my Korean mistake Blog Discussion
This is a chat forum discussion on Martin's 'Finally I've made up for my Korean mistake' blog which you can read here.
Never a prophet you shall be in your own home! Blog Discussion
This is a chat forum discussion on Martin's 'Never a prophet you shall be in your own home!' blog which you can read here.
One bad review and the Money Diet plummets down the Bestsellers' list Blog Discussion
This is a chat forum discussion on Martin's 'One bad review and the Money Diet plummets down the Bestsellers' list' blog which you can read here.
I wish Make Me Rich was on at a later time!
Hi - I really wish that make me rich was shown after 5.30pm - I'd love to watch the show but I'm still at work at 3.30 when it's on. I can't tape it either as we no longer have a video recorder. :-(
The Wright Stuff: The process.... Blog Discussion
This is a chat forum discussion on Martin's 'The Wright Stuff: The process....' blog which you can read here.
I'm not good at this red carpet stuff.... fun night though Blog Discussion
This is a chat forum discussion on Martin's 'I'm not good at this red carpet stuff.... fun night though' blog which you can read here.
TheWright Stuff, 9.00 am
Don't forget to watch Martin today at 9.00 am
Hmmm, I find the 'shouting' comment a little frustrating Blog Discussion
This is a chat forum discussion on Martin's 'Hmmm, I find the 'shouting' comment a little frustrating' blog which you can read here.
Ant and Dec, seems good acting isn't so alien Blog Discussion
This is a chat forum discussion on Martin's 'Ant and Dec, seems good acting isn't so alien' blog which you can read here.
BBC Radio 2 - don't miss Martin
I hope the MSE Team don't mind me posting a reminder (it isn't listed on today's events yet) that Martin is appearing on the Jeremy Vine show at around 1pm today. To find BBC Radio 2, tune to 88 - 91 FM.;)
When's it showing?
I know its supposed to be on ITV2 sat at 3.30, but i went to set it up and it says its an emerdale programe, then a holiday programe. Am I missing something, I couldn't get it last time either!
How about someone posting the whole Make Me Rich Series for download?
Hi, As an avid file sharer, I'd love to be able to download the series and watch at my convenience. I'm sure a Bittorrent download would be greatly appreciated by others too. I hope Martin and other MSEs wouldn't object? Thanks.
Urinating standing up or get x36 zoom binoculars....Blog Discussion
This is a chat forum discussion on Martin's 'Urinating standing up or get x36 zoom binoculars...It's amazing what you get in the Sunday papers! blog which you can read here.
Watch the Weather or Martin?
Now we know exactly how stunning the MSG is, what would your choice be? Tough choice I know but incase you missed Make Me Rich last year Martin's series is being repeated on ITV2 this afternoon at 3.30pm. Todays family is The Potts and the previous discussion thread can be found here. If you want to see exactly how manic…

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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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