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Archives for November 2015

Solicitor - House purchase in Belfast
Hi all, Can any kind people give me names of good solicitor (or ones to avoid!) in Belfast for a house purchase? Any recommendations will be much appreciated.
International Airport Parking
Hi folks Heading away next weekend for a day or two, leaving from International Airport... When I head away I normally just leave my car up the road a little bit with "Easi Park", now known as "Hayburn" or something. They are £4 a day or so. I was told the airport can sometimes price match, but I checked and they are…
Question (Northern Ireland ?)
Question for the Northern Ireland Members ...Do any off you who have Oil Heating keep it on all the time turned down low ? I have an old house with an old boiler it has been serviced and works well there is no Thermosat inside my house just one on the boiler I can light the fire but its burning money just heats the 1 room…
RTE in Northern Ireland
I live in NI and have lost my terrestrial RTE signals. I've tried downloading the RTE Player on my iPad mini but it tells me I'm in the wrong region. Any ideas how I can watch RTE live on my iPad Mini. I'd doable my intention would be to cast it to my television. In case it helps I use Getflix VPN service Thanks for any…
Home heating oil scams
Anyone know how easy it is to get scammed by delivery drivers in 'norn iron'? Is there licences required to setup an oil delivery company, what checks and balances are in place to prevent the consumer being ripped off? Heard a story tonight about someone getting less fuel than ordered, how easy is it to cheat the meters?
Buying house... 6 months and nothing
Has anyone experienced difficulties when buying a house with a shortfall? We've made an offer in June this year, were promised to move in by the end of August, not to mention that we've had everything sorted out from our side within 4 days of making an offer (mortgage etc...). In September we were informed about a mortgage…
Winter Fuel Allowance
Anyone received their advice letters or know when payments are being made?
NI Registered cars, no record on UK MOT site?
https://www.gov.uk/check-mot-history I can't get this to work with NI reg cars, is there an alternative or we've just been left out again? P
Black Friday - Northern Ireland
Hi All, Is anyone planning to attend these across Northern Ireland tomorrow? I personally am not a fan, it encourages people to buy things they may not necessarily need and I'm not convinced some of the prices on offer and indeed stock represents a good deal. Interested to hear differing views.
Building Control for fire
We are installing a multi fuel fire this week. Do building control need to be told?
Car stereo fitting
Can anyone please recommend someone good (and reasonably priced) in the Belfast /Newtownabbey area that fits car stereos? I called into Halfords one day and they charge £60 and said they dont do it themselves but pass it on to another company. Thanks
B&Q closing store...all stock must go...
Seems the stores won't be transferring stock. I believe they have some sort of "running down" planned. Does anyone have any info on that? 10% first week? Ramping up the discount as each week passes?
Yodel (NI)
Does anyone know what time they deliver too? I have sat in all day waiting on two large parcels which never came and the tracking number does not work ..I really have to go out soon and there is no one else here if they do try to deliver.
Conservatory Roof Conversion - North Down
I'm thinking of having my polycarbonate roof replaced with one of the tiled and insulated jobs that are being advertised currently. Anyone had it done and able to give feedback? Looking for Recommendations for suppliers - approximate cost and size of yours and how much mess / disruption there will be and for how long. My…
NI Corporation Tax 12.5%
Does anyone of a stable mind and disposition actually believe that reducing corporation tax will bring 30,000 jobs to this country, as certain politicians constantly repeat. Dublin did this 20 years ago, have many major US companies head-quartered there, with some ropey tax benefits, loads of well trained and experienced…
TreatTicket
TreatTicket has been put into administration https://www.thegazette.co.uk/notice/2432913 Follows on the heels of Grabone ceasing trading.
Nights out in Belfast
Hi All, Where are people's preferred bars and clubs around Belfast? I don't really go out very much in Belfast but would like to venture in the coming weeks so thought I'd get some ideas. Thanks
BBC Cutbacks
There has been plenty of debate over the licence fee and renewal of BBC charter in a few years - generally accepted that BBC will have to trim back substantially from current spending to justify extension to Tv Licence. Interesting then that BBC NI have a new programme with Stephen Nolan regarding the dangers of junk food…
Electricians in Belfast
I had a small repair to complete last week, it took around 15 minutes and involved replacing a pull-cord in my bathroom. The electrician left me a bill for £45, I thought it was quite expensive, however I called to pay him and he advised he couldn't take card payments. He also advised that unless I bring the money direct…
Financial Advisor
Hi Could anyone recommend a financial advisor in East Belfast/North Down. Thanks

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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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