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MoneyMoral Dilemma: Should I make my friend pay for the vase?
This is a real life MMD so please bear in mind the MoneySaver in question will read your responses: Please give this MoneySaver the benefit of your advice... Should I make my friend pay for the vase? I hired my friend, at her request, to clean my house as she's only working part-time and needs extra cash. The other day…
'What's your biggest bill?' poll discussion
Poll started 27 July 2010: What’s your biggest bill? Excluding mortgages, rent and food, which of the following do you spend most on each year? (see the Budget Planner if you want to work it out in detail) A. Council Tax B. Debt repayments C. Gas/Electricity D. Petrol/Commuting E. Phone/Mobile F. Water G. Other Please vote…
Money Moral Dilemma: Should the school have paid?
This is a real life MMD so please bear in mind the MoneySaver in question will read your responses: Please give this MoneySaver the benefit of your advice... Should the school have paid? My son's school hired a theatre group for a play for the children. Parents had to pay £5 towards the cost and were also allowed to watch…
'Do you believe in the BBC licence fee?' poll discussion
Poll between 19-27 July 2010: Do you believe in the BBC licence fee? The TV licence fee costs £145.50 a year for any home with a colour TV, and pays for the BBC - that's TV, radio, regional programmes and BBC online and associated costs (full details). Do you believe in the licence fee? [FONT="]A. Yes. I think it's an…
'Do you care if goods are made in sweatshops?' poll discussion
Poll between 13 - 19 July 2010. Do you care if goods are made in sweatshops? There’ve been reports this week of seven year olds working 100s of hours in sweatshops (see Mail story), yet what about the wider picture of adults in sweatshops? Which of the following is closest to your view of sweatshop-sourced foreign goods?…
Money Moral Dilemma: Should I pay the window cleaner?
This is a real life MMD so please bear in mind the MoneySaver in question will read your responses: Please give this MoneySaver the benefit of your advice... Should I pay the window cleaner? On my street a few houses have the letter "A" after the number. I don't get my windows cleaned but my neighbour does and I often come…
Is the UK heading for a double-dip recession?
Poll between 6-13 July 2010: Is the UK heading for a double-dip recession? We’ve been out of recession now for five months (defined as the economy shrinking for 2+ consecutive quarters), yet the FTSE is down and there’s reduced govt spending, so could we dip back in? Quick Stats Current growth: Up 0.3% in first quarter…
Money Moral Dilemma: Should I drink the milk?
This is a real life MMD so please bear in mind the MoneySaver in question will read your responses: Please give this MoneySaver the benefit of your advice... Should I drink the milk? A few weaks ago a bloke knocked to try and talk me into having my milk delivered. Even though I said no, today there were 4 litres on my…
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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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