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Archives for October 2008

'Atlantic Energy: Ofgem too slow to fight the backdated price rise' blog discussion
This is the discussion to link on the back of Martin's blog. Please read the blog first, as this discussion follows it. Read Martin's 'Atlantic Energy: Ofgem too slow to fight the backdated price rise' Blog. Click reply to discuss below.
Martin misses a downshift opportunity!
Are my eyes deceiving me, or did Martin really hand over 3 envelopes with First Class Large Letter stamps tonight? When I write to my bank, I always fold my letter and put it in an A5 or smaller envelope so I don't need a Large Letter stamp - and rarely is such a letter so important that it couldn't wait the extra day or…
Debt Management can I claim PPI?
I have several credit cards and loans currently being paid via a debt management co. Am i allowed to recalaim PPI charges...anyone know? Thanks
No advice for people who can't get credit
I don't think people who have been bankrupt or who are having problems having had debt problems in the past are getting any advice from this programme. A lot of the advice given is for people who have good credit ratings (such as switching to other credit cards, cashback cards etc). There must surely be things that people…
Fabulous Guidance - Thanks Martin
Having followed Martin's sound advice, I have booked a Travel Lodge Hotel in Covent Garden for £29 on 3/1/09 and got two return tickets Crewe/Euston for £16 each - amazing - Thanks Martin. Now we will have even more to spend in the January sales!
'Thank goodness IPTW isn’t live... Crucial edit' blog discussion
This is the discussion to link on the back of Martin's blog. Please read the blog first, as this discussion follows it. Read Martin's 'Thank goodness IPTW isn’t live... Crucial edit' Blog. Click reply to discuss below.
'Getting political...' blog discussion
This is the discussion to link on the back of Martin's blog. Please read the blog first, as this discussion follows it. Read Martin's 'Getting political...' Blog. Click reply to discuss below.
Response from C4 News re Martin's 7 Oct 08 appearance
Dear Mr Howard, Thank you for contacting Channel 4 Viewer Enquiries regarding CHANNEL 4 NEWS. We apologise for the late response. Further to your complaint we have a statement from CHANNEL 4 NEWS directly regarding this. Earlier this month Channel Four News carried a live interview with Martin Lewis - the founder of…
'Should I do more ‘fun telly’ on top?' blog discussion
This is the discussion to link on the back of Martin's blog. Please read the blog first, as this discussion follows it. Read Martin's 'Should I do more ‘fun telly’ on top?' Blog. Click reply to discuss below.
'ICICI: Is it safe?' blog discussion
This is the discussion to link on the back of Martin's blog. Please read the blog first, as this discussion follows it. Read Martin's 'ICICI: Is it safe?' Blog. Click reply to discuss below.
Free Software?
I was hoping to see some info. on free software today, but it didn't appear. I then went into the It Pays To Watch website, and found a few old references to free software, also an ad for Microsoft Office, for students, very cheap for a while. Surprisingly, no mention of the excellent OpenOffice suite, very powerful,…
Carrie and David Grant
Did I miss it, or did Martin not actually give the correct answer to the final question in the quiz this evening? The one about when does your credit rating become linked?
Ruth's lovely hair
Wow! How fantastic does Ruth's hair look on tonight's show.... please tell me Ruth how you get your hair to look so shiny, loving the look girlfriend!! Abi :T
Urgent Advise Needed
:confused: Hi everyone I'm in urgent need of some advise, I can't afford to speak to a solicitor, so I'm hoping someone can help me on here! My dilemma is I signed a contract for a personal contract hire for a vehicle. It stated on the contract the intial payment and then the monthly installments. I then cancelled the…
'Is Santa hit by the Credit Crunch?' blog discussion
This is the discussion to link on the back of Martin's blog. Please read the blog first, as this discussion follows it. Read Martin's 'Is Santa hit by the Credit Crunch?' Blog. Click reply to discuss below.
'X-factor: Go JLS - 100% effort' blog discussion
This is the discussion to link on the back of Martin's blog. Please read the blog first, as this discussion follows it. Read Martin's 'X-factor: Go JLS - 100% effort' Blog. Click reply to discuss below.
A gesture of support for MSE Martin Lewis
I notice that nobody has started a thread on this board, so thought I'd start one as not everyone gets to see all the threads on the forum, and may have missed the other support threads currently running... :money: Martin, in my opinion you are a true hero for everything you and your team do for all of us, long may you…
'Mortgage Lenders sadly absorbing the rate cuts' blog discussion
This is the discussion to link on the back of Martin's blog. Please read the blog first, as this discussion follows it. Read Martin's 'Mortgage Lenders sadly absorbing the rate cuts...' Blog. Click reply to discuss below.
'Safe Saving beats Pizza Express' blog discussion
This is the discussion to link on the back of Martin's blog. Please read the blog first, as this discussion follows it. Read Martin's 'Safe Saving beats Pizza Express' Blog. Click reply to discuss below.
IPTW 9th October - wow, how stressed?
well, really, i watched most the episodes he's done but never seen him like this. Rather than you usual energetic, enthusiastic, chirpy self we see a Martin who (to me) appears completely stressed, downtrodden & lacking in a huge bout of confidence. This isn't a criticism, just something i noticed (as did alot of others i…

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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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