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Archives for September 2006

Claiming VAT back on New build in NI
Hi, Does anyone know who I need to get in touch with to claim back the VAT on materials for a newly built house? Thanks
Direct Line now covering NI
Just had a mailshot in the door that Direct Line are now covering NI for Motor Insurance. Worth a shot if you are renewing soon. Cheers, Des.
New Loco Routes from BFS
Wizzair have announced 2 Polish routes from BFS. Katowice and Warsaw start next may. Easyjet are Launching Krakow from next spring and are poised to launch more routes and increased frequencies. 3 Polish routes from NI sounds like overkill to me..on the plus side they'll be cheap!
Ikea
I thought ikea was cominmg to belfast - up at holywood exchange ? does anyone know if it is still coming here and when ?
7 Nights b&b £100 or less
If you can get away from work and the kids what about 1 week in the sun for £100 (+ extras) if interested here's the link: TELETEXT HOLIDAYS These all depart from Belfast, for a change :rolleyes: Scroll down the page to see the cheap offers ;)
Good place for second hand baby clothes/stuff?
Hi Folks, I'm pregnant with my first baby and thinking about buying some baby clothes and assorted stuff, but I was wondering if anyone knew of any decent sources of second hand baby things (mostly clothes... as we're getting the pram and cot from the wonderful https://www.kiddiecare.com)? A lot of the pregnancy magazines…
gas price rise
i am suprised that this thread has not been started b4 this, what do people think? is gas heating cheaper than oil heating, phoenix is to rise by over 14% this week thats over 50% in the last 12 months WOW... on da news today..
Cheapest place to get kitchen doors
Hi im looking to replace my kitchen doors and just wondering where is the cheapest place to go. Also have to get a new hob and sink. thanks
Car Servicing / Parts
Phoned Bavarian Garages in Belfast to get a part for my car - £500 plus 8 hours labour at £78 per hour plus vat = £733 - Total £1233. Oil Service - quoted £220 plus vat = £258.50 Phoned Prentices in Portadown - part same price but said it wouldn't cost any more than £150 to fit (incl. vat). Oil service - £200 (incl. vat).…
Car Insurance - 3rd party for car more than 5000pounds
Agh..... Am currently in Vietnam and will be travelling for some(many?!) months to come. Just rang my car insurance company as my insurance is due for renewal in the next month. I wanted to just insure my car for fire & theft since I won't be driving it and no one else is insured on my policy - just in case it gets nicked…
Directline Car Insurance in NI
I just received an email saying that they were now offering car insurance here. Has anyone got a quote? PS: I did a search for other posts re this - apologies if this has been covered elsewhere.
8mm sony camcorder repairs
Hi there, I have an old sony handycam tcr 60e camcorder which uses the 8mm format. Does anyone know of a person who can repair at a reasonable rate in N Ireland ...Im in Derry. thanks Joe
darcys
has nayone been to darcys? i heading there tonight....popping the question. wish me luck
house prices
ok i know there is a whole section for this in the property board but i wanted to get a 'local' view house prices are going up at an all time rate ... do you think it can/will go on ? are we near the top of the price rise? dont you wish youd bought that other house 15 years ago? discuss
Selling an old car in NI
Hi guys, I have just changed car so have a 1992 ford fiesta that I need to move on. Although old it isnt really in the 'old banger' league and is really in pretty good shape (with only 40k miles). Where would be the best spot to try and sell it? (If I got much more than £200 I would be very happy!). Thanks for your help!…
Car Breakdown and Recovery
I am looking for a family car breakdown scheme which will cover both N.Ireland and the Republic. (Plus mainland as well) I need it to cover 3 people each of whom has their own car. Any suggestions and an idea of cost?
50,000 empty seats in schools in NI
Noboy wants to lose heir local school but if a school is not feasible then it should be closed down. It is not cheap to run a school with each school having overheads simply to open its doors. It is time to stop throwing good mony after bad and close uneconomical schools down. Ivan
Free TV Show tickets
http://www.bbc.co.uk/northernireland/experience/ tempted by the blame game, but not a lot else...
Rates changes .. rip-off or overdue
Most of us seem to have got our new rates valuations and every day on the radio I hear a lot of people complaining (often worked up to into a frenzy by some MP or the media). Many people are complaining hat their rates have jumped up in price and that they are being ripped off. I somtimes wonder should they not be more…
Dora the Explorer
Family ticket for Dora Explorer at Odyssey 10-13 November reduced to £40 (saving up to £22) by phoning box office and quoting Daily Mirror offer. Booking fee of £4 can be saved if you go down to the Box office.

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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
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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
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Warm Home Discount expansion confirmed with millions more eligible for the £150 top-up this winter – here's what we know
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Martin Lewis: At last a chance to fix Council Tax flaws impacting millions – debt collection, difficulty challenging your band, discounts and more
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Energy complaints to be dealt with more quickly and Energy Ombudsman to get new powers under Government plans
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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
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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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