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Archives for May 2014

MoneySaving Poll: Euro elections 34% turnout - why didn't you vote?
Poll started 20 May 2014 Euro elections 34% turnout – why didn’t you vote? Voting is one of the most important choices we make as consumers. Yet even though last week’s Euro elections were the most hotly-contested for years, only just over 1 in 3 people eligible to vote did so. So we want to know if you did vote - and if…
Money Moral Dilemma: Should I report cashier who used loyalty card on my shopping?
Here's this week's hypothetical situation for you to cogitate on: A cashier used her loyalty card on my shopping. Should I report her? I was out shopping and noticed when I got home that a loyalty card had been swiped. I had forgotten to bring out, so it must have been the cashier who served me. Is it right for her to…
The Great Hunt: Your MoneySaving hairdressing tips
Your MoneySaving hairdressing tips Our poll found a third of women are paying between £26 and £50 a time to care for their locks, with 16% forking out over £51 for haircuts. Most men get away with paying less than £10, but how can both genders save money on looking after their hair? From cutting at home to using trainee…
Money Moral Dilemma: Should we have paid for restaurant owner's birthday meal?
Here's this week's hypothetical situation for you to cogitate on: Should we have paid for restaurant owner's birthday meal? An old schoolfriend of my wife has opened a restaurant. We went a couple of times, and then she invited us to her birthday do there. We bought a £35 bottle of champagne as a thank-you for the meal,…
MoneySaving Poll: Would you vote for a £14.66 minimum wage?
Poll started 20 May 2014 In Switzerland this week, a referendum to introduce a 22 Swiss franc (c.£14.66) per hour minimum wage, proposed by trade unions to promote “fair salaries for workers in the lowest-paid professions”, was rejected by the population on grounds that it was state intervention and may hurt the economy.…
MoneySaving Poll: How much do you spend on your hair?
Poll started 13 May 2014 Is keeping your locks precious and perfect taking an ever bigger share of your disposable income? Is it women who are the big spenders, or do men tend to have more frequent cuts? We want to find out if the amount spent is hair-razing. Vote in this week's poll Did you vote? Are you surprised at the…
The Great Hunt: Your wastes of wedding cash - what should newlyweds avoid?
Your wastes of wedding cash - what should newlyweds avoid? We're looking for tips to help those planning their nuptials - when you got married, what do you regret shelling out for? Could you have done without monogrammed napkins, chair covers, the fifth bridesmaid or special clothes for hen and stag dos? Click reply below…
Money Moral Dilemma: Should we change our wills to benefit our stepchildren?
Here's this week's hypothetical situation for you to cogitate on: Should we change our wills to benefit our stepchildren? This week's MoneySaver who wants advice asks... When we married 30 years ago, my wife had three teenagers and I had a toddler. We set a joint will up so half was to go to my son with the rest split…
MoneySaving Poll: Does mental health affect your debts?
Poll started 6 May 2014 We're updating our research on links between mental health issues & debt problems. It's argued either one can cause the other. If you’ve been affected, see our Mental Health and Debt guide. Does mental health affect your debts? Please exclude mortgages and student loans from definition of "debt". I…
The Great Hunt: What are your MoneySaving ways to stop snoring?
What are your MoneySaving ways to stop snoring? Snoring can be troublesome for you even if you don't snore yourself! Sleep deprivation's not good if you're working, and smothering your partner with a pillow isn't an option... So we'd like your top MoneySaving tips on ways to tackle the problem. Click reply below to share…
Money Moral Dilemma: Am I paying too much for holiday car breakdown?
Here's this week's hypothetical situation for you to cogitate on: Am I paying too much for holiday car breakdown? My friends and I went on a group holiday. Three of my friends wanted to come home a day early so borrowed my second-hand car, which I'd only had for a month, and drove it home - one of them was insured to drive…

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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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