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Archives for November 2018

Weekly Flylady Thread 26th November 2018
What is FLYLADY? Well, it's our version of the US flylady idea - but we work on the principle that housework is not fun, it's boring, can be time-consuming, is often thankless but, unfortunately, necessary. It's here on Old Style to provide the support we all need and to make the whole task easier and quicker. We also…
O/S Daily Sunday 25th November 2018
O/S Daily Sunday 25th November 2018 This is an “over the garden fence” type thread where we chat about everything Old Style and maybe a little bit more. It’s a great, inspiring and motivating thread we start each day to discuss what Old Style things we’re going to do today or what we’ve achieved already. Everyone’s…
Last push...............
Hi everyone Not quite sure where to put this but as I am going to be battening down the hatches on all fronts for a bit this seemed like a friendly spot to land. I have been lurking for a bit and really need the support to make me accountable to be able to make this last push into retirement which is only a few years off…
Uses for old booze?
Hello everyone, Now I know it's an unlikely scenario, but I have several bottles of unusable alcohol that I'm reluctant to pour down the sink. My SIL gives us two bottles of undrinkably cheap wine for Xmas every year, and I have three bottles of misc alcohol (mead, chocolate wine and something else I forget) that were…
O/S Daily Saturday 24th November
This is an “over the garden fence” type thread where we chat about everything Old Style and maybe a little bit more. It’s a great, inspiring and motivating thread we start each day to discuss what Old Style things we’re going to do today or what we’ve achieved already. Everyone’s welcome, please do come in, put your feet…
O/S Daily Friday 23rd November
This is an “over the garden fence” type thread where we chat about everything Old Style and maybe a little bit more. It’s a great, inspiring and motivating thread we start each day to discuss what Old Style things we’re going to do today or what we’ve achieved already. Everyone’s welcome, please do come in, put your feet…
Halogen ovens are they worth it and what's a decent buy
Hi I get a cheque from my late husbands lodge every December and always use it to buy something for myself indoors and have been thinking of treating myself to a halogen oven. What's a decent one and around how much should I pay for it do you think
£1 per day advice
we are going to do the £1 per day for food in 2019 any advice please 4 people =£28 per week questions so far...… …..meal plan weekly or monthly …...for costing do you do price per every meal or serving. …...for costing do you use shelf price or ys/offer price etc. …...or do you just write list that has bag of oats(even if…
OS Daily Thursday 22nd November
This is an “over the garden fence” type thread where we chat about everything Old Style and maybe a little bit more. It’s a great, inspiring and motivating thread we start each day to discuss what Old Style things we’re going to do today or what we’ve achieved already. Everyone’s welcome, please do come in, put your feet…
OS Daily Wednesday 21st November
This is an “over the garden fence” type thread where we chat about everything Old Style and maybe a little bit more. It’s a great, inspiring and motivating thread we start each day to discuss what Old Style things we’re going to do today or what we’ve achieved already. Everyone’s welcome, please do come in, put your feet…
Urgent Xmas pudding Help
Hi Can I steam my christmas puddings in a glass jar in the slow cooker and seal with lid to sell at a xmas fair? Thanks Nat
Keith Floyd Christmas Pudding Recipe?
Can anyone help? I want to make my own Xmas pud this year and have seen online that Floyd's recipe is great, but I've been unable to track down the recipe despite searching for days online. I don't really want to shell out for a book and anyway there isn't time. Thanks guys! :)
OS Daily Tuesday 20th November
This is an “over the garden fence” type thread where we chat about everything Old Style and maybe a little bit more. It’s a great, inspiring and motivating thread we start each day to discuss what Old Style things we’re going to do today or what we’ve achieved already. Everyone’s welcome, please do come in, put your feet…
price of fruit!!
oh my, just popped out to do a weekly morrisons reduced shop!!! did really well £58 of shopping and paid £3.31!! however, on inspection of apples they were originally £3.98 for 8 bramleys and £2.98 for 8 golden delicious!! wowsers, I paid 5p a bag!! since when did apples get sooooo expensive??
OS Daily Monday 19th November
This is an “over the garden fence” type thread where we chat about everything Old Style and maybe a little bit more. It’s a great, inspiring and motivating thread we start each day to discuss what Old Style things we’re going to do today or what we’ve achieved already. Everyone’s welcome, please do come in, put your feet…
Weekly Flylady Thread 19th November 2018
Welcome to the weekly Flylady thread. If you need help organising your week or getting motivated when it comes to housework then come and join us. Thank you to Valli for last week's thread There are 3 levels per day with depending on how much time you have. Feel free to mix and match to suit your own personal…
Kingcelt
Take-away pizza is one of the biggest rip-offs and they are laden with bad calories. here's a simple tip: 1) buy an ALDI large tomato and cheese pizza base (NOT in frozen section) 2) add leftover veggies, ground meats 3) bake for 12-15 minutes on medium heat A perfect dinner for 2-3 for under GBP 1.50
O/S Daily Sunday 18th November
This is an “over the garden fence” type thread where we chat about everything Old Style and maybe a little bit more. It’s a great, inspiring and motivating thread we start each day to discuss what Old Style things we’re going to do today or what we’ve achieved already. Everyone’s welcome, please do come in, put your feet…
Regatta Prices
Each time I pass a Regatta shop the massive Discount Sale hits me 40% 60% or whatever. As they are all own brand goods that can’t be the case. Surely there can’t be an ongoing sale Are these really reduced prices Kevin
OS Daily Saturday 17th November
This is an “over the garden fence” type thread where we chat about everything Old Style and maybe a little bit more. It’s a great, inspiring and motivating thread we start each day to discuss what Old Style things we’re going to do today or what we’ve achieved already. Everyone’s welcome, please do come in, put your feet…

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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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