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Things can only get better?
Poll Started 27 December 2006: Things can only get better? Do you think 2007 will be a better year for you financially than 2006? Which of these is closest to your view? A. Much worse B. Worse C. Same D. Better E. Much better Vote here or click reply to discuss
Is Recycling Christmas acceptable?
If someone sent you a Christmas card that had already been sent to them (this year or last year), with a new note inside explaining that it was deliberately done to help the environment, how would you view it? Which of these is closest to your response? A. It's fantastic. It's a good way to help the planet B. I'm lukewarm.…
MONEY MORAL DILEMMA. Should Jenny kick them out?
This week's Money Moral Dilemma Jenny's a landlord with a buy-to-let property and a single parent family has been renting for nine months. They've always paid on time and been model tenants. Unfortunately, three months ago the tenant lost her job, and hasn't found another. She hasn’t been about to pay the rent for two…
Should loft law be left as is?
It's proposed that planning permission for loft extensions and other house conversions should be made much easier to get. Great news if you want to do up your house, but bad news if you want to object to the disruption and hassle of your neighbours doing theirs. Which of these is nearest to your view? A. Easy planning…
MONEY MORAL DILEMMA: Should Janet pay for John?
This week's Money Moral Dilemma Janet and John are at the early stages of dating. She's earning a six figure city salary, he's works for a homeless charity. She loves fine dining, so books top restaurants which can cost £100 a time and insists on paying as she knows he can't afford it. He feels uncomfortable with this, but…
MONEY MORAL DILEMMA: Would you lend to a friend in need?
This week's Money Moral Dilemma Jane's best friend since childhood has always been terrible with cash; and now she's got into serious debt and is in danger of losing her home. She's asked Jane for a loan of £10,000; money she can afford to lend without a problem, but can't afford to lose. They've always been through thick…
Would you miss Christmas if you could?
Poll Started 4 December 2006: Would you miss Christmas if you could? If you could go away on holiday and miss all the Christmas and other seasonal shenanigans would you? A. Yes B. No Vote here or click reply to discuss
Where does your tax go?
Poll Title: Poll started 1 Dec: Where does your tax go? The following are some main sectors of UK Government spending. Which do you think has the most spent on it? (full answers in next week’s Money Tips Email) Defence Education Government Debt Interest Health Overseas Aid Police & Public order Social Security & Tax…
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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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