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Archives for March 2010

Money Moral Dilemma: You tore it, should you pay?
Here's this week's hypothetical situation for you to cogitate on: You tore it, should you pay? Beatrice is in a shop trying on a new top, but as she takes it off, it gets caught in her necklace causing a small rip. So she picks another and puts the damaged one back. When she gets to the till she feels a bit guilty, should…
Soon every employee must pay into a pension - will you opt out? Poll discussion
Poll between 30 March - 06 April 2010 Soon every employee must pay into a pension - will you opt out? From 2012, every employee in the UK will AUTOMATICALLY contribute 1% (rising to 4%) of salary to a private pension, via their payroll and employers and tax benefits will match it. Find out more in Martin’s Not got a…
'Who do you support in the BA strike?' poll discussion
Poll open between 22 - 30 March 2010. Who do you support in the BA strike? Nothing is ever black or white, but if you had to side one way over the latest BA strike – where would it be (see the BA statements and the Union statements)? Which of these deliberately stark options is nearest your view? A. I support the strike –…
'How much pocket money do you give to your kids?' poll discussion
Poll Closed 22 March 2010 - Thanks for voting! RESULTS How much pocket money do you give your kids? Please select the answer that’s closest to your view, depending on your kids' age and how you operate pocket money. How much weekly pocket money do your kids get on average? (if you’ve kids in both age brackets please just…
Money Moral Dilemma: Is pick and mix nibbling theft?
Here's this week's hypothetical situation for you to cogitate on: Is pick 'n' mix nibbling theft? You’re at the cinema with a friend, they grab a chunk of pick 'n' mix, then when in the queue start eating quite a few of the sweets. You point out they’ve not paid yet, and the reply is “it doesn’t matter they expect a few to…
Money Moral Dilemma: Should Janet pay John’s tip?
Here's this week's hypothetical situation for you to cogitate on: Should Janet pay John’s tip? John’s asked Janet on a first date, they go to a nice restaurant and have wonderful service, the waiter being especially helpful. At the end, following the typical dance, Janet offers to split the bill, John refuses and pays. Yet…
MONEY MORAL DILEMMA: Should Theo tell the boss about Wayne and Jermaine?
Here's this week's hypothetical situation for you to cogitate on: Should Theo tell the boss about Wayne and Jermaine? Theo works at a call centre where all staff get overtime at time-and-a-third. Yet one night at the pub, his colleagues Wayne and Jermaine reveal a computer glitch means they get paid overtime at double…
'What'll happen to house prices?' poll discussion
Poll between 08-15 March 2010: What’ll happen to house prices? Annual UK house rises of around 4.5% have been reported for the last year, though figures for last month show a slight dip. So it's time for our regular poll to ask you where you think they’ll go next. What do you think’ll happen to UK house prices over the…
'Should Financial Education Be Taught In Schools?' poll discussion
Poll between 02-08 March 2009: Should Financial Education Be Taught In Schools? From September 2011, personal finance education will become a compulsory part of Personal, Social, Health Education (PSHE), itself part of the national curriculum (see Martin’s a nation educated into debt, but never about debt editorial comment…

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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.
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 Payments 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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