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Giants Causeway open?
Does anyone know if the causeway is fully open again after covid? we want to do a tour from belfast but have been told its not 100% back in action
Recommendations for conveyancing solicitor in Belfast.
Hi, Can anyone please recommend a conveyancing solicitor in Belfast. We're presently making an offer to to buy a house and should our offer be accepted, we'll need to engage the services of a solicitor. Thanks for your help.
Roofer
Had a leak coming in to our front bedroom after all the rain last week so looking for recommendations of a roofer or even ones to avoid. We are in the Newtownabbey area.
Guitar lessons
Hi, would anyone be able to recommend a guitar tutor for a child. Preferably Belfast based. She is 6 and really keen to learn.. Thank you..
Chargeback on debit card for criminal builder
I have had building work done that cost me £12,500, and have since found out that the builder is a criminal and has a record of conning people out of money. Now the building work has started leaking water, obviously we have been told a wall should have drainage holes, ours has not, plus the job isn't finished, and we will…
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Solicitor who has an account with Danske Bank?
Morning everyone. Am in the process of compiling an application for Irish citizenship through naturalisation for my husband. It’s a non-standard application as we are permanently resident abroad because of my work. I think it’s worth a shot. I will be visiting family in Northern Ireland in October. One problem I’ve run…
Firmus Gas price increase
Wondering whether anyone can answer a query regarding the price increase : if on a top up meter tariff , is it possible to top up multiple times before price rises to stave off the increased prices? Obviously only if you can afford to do so.
Strange that all oil companies locally charge the exact same price.
Hello folks, It comes across to me that its strange that all the oil companies where I live charge the exact same price for oil, yesterday it was £218 across all the companies I checked online, and today it is £223 across the same companies. Is this anti competitive I wonder and could it be that there is something of a…
Patch a hole in top of plastic oil tank?
Recently I added a Kingspan Watchman sensor to the top of my plastic oil tank, but after week or so it stopped picking up changes in the oil level. I'm fairly sure i've put the sensor in the wrong location and want to move it, however the cap that originally covered the hole also took the tread with it when I took the cap…
Recommend a bank account
Have not changed my bank account ever …… I’m with Danske Bank and they are beyond useless . Can anyone recommend an account for everyday banking … I would need one with an app so I can check my spending , balance etc . Are there any branches in Belfast would suit as it’s also handy to be able to go in store ….. or even a…
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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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