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Archives for January 2020

Dilemma re cancelled appointment
Hello This is going to set me up for some telling off, but hopefully not. I booked a pet/vet cab to take me today to a specialist eye vet for my dog. I have been desperate for this appointment as my Tiggy's eyes are not well at all and my normal vet is non-plussed. Hence this appointment. At around 8.30am the practice…
Meal planning app
Not sure if this query is in the right section, please feel free to move if not. This year, I want to cut down on eating out, takeaways and convenience food so I have started preparing a meal plan. I can see there are a few apps out there to help with this but I would appreciate some thoughts from people who have used…
O/S Daily Friday 10th January 2020
O/S Daily Friday 10 January 2020 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,…
Clothes-where to buy?
Not really sure how to start. Never been a fashion follower however need to buy some clothes sometimes, just like anybody else.My everyday outfit is a pair of wellies, denims/leggings and fleece. I’m on a budget so had numerous 2nd hand clothes from ebay, car boot sales,charity shops. The only new things I bought for…
How best to use smartphone in supermarket?
Having now in my dotage been persuaded to get a smartphone, I'm now wondering how best to use this thing when I'm shopping. Normally, I consult MySupermarket on the laptop before venturing out so I don't buy whatever in Morrisons when I could get it a bit cheaper if I hang on until it's Tesco's turn, but is there anything…
Bookworms 2020
I looked for the old thread, but thought a new one for the New Year would be appropriate. Here goes: Just finished 'Three Things about Elsie' by Joanna Cannon. Loved it, loved it, loved it! An old woman looking back on her life as she waits for someone to find her after a fall. It includes a mystery. Beautiful imagery and…
O/S Daily Thursday 9th January 2020
O/S Daily Thursday 9th January 2020 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…
Shelf pins for glass shelf
I'm renovating an old cabinet and have removed the old metal brackets that held the shelves up, they were coated in tape by the looks of it to stop the glass scratching. What is a good thing to use that will fit with the style of it (modern yet clearly older style cabinet Thanks
OS Daily Wednesday 8th January
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 Tuesday 7th January
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…
Stockpiling
Hello from Oz As a safeguard I'm wanting to start a stockpile of staples. I live in Western Australia and I read last night that our 2 major roads are closed due to fires along the Eyre Hwy SA and the other in the Northern Territory to flooding. Which means no trucks can get through, so food in our supermarkets will get…
Clothes ironing
I think either my iron isn't working that great, its not a very good iron or I just need a better method. I admit to not being the best at it, but I tried ironing a shirt last night and it was ok at best and took about 30 minutes. Even then it mostly seemed to iron at all if I pressed the button to release the steam from…
Buying in bulk to save money
What tips do you have for buying in bulk to save? What do you buy in bulk? I have just bought a huge bag of rice in the world food section in ASDA and it's saved me a lot of money and will probably last me the whole year. I also buy toilet rolls in bulk once or twice a year - compared to 58p per roll (buying 9 rolls of…
Refurbing these units..
Hi all, couldn't see a new shabby thread so hope OK to post here. What do you all think of these? I'm thinking grey for both but unsure? https://i.postimg.cc/66ZMjnNc/IMG-20200105-210758.jpg https://i.postimg.cc/Qxr0RC83/IMG-20200105-200646.jpg
Old Style Daily 6th January
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…
Opticians/My rights ?
Hello not sure this is the correct board but here goes........... Was approached by lady outside a very famous high street opticians asking if I wanted my eyes tested. I did and have done for a long time. To cut a long story short yes, I have an astigmatism, left eye weaker than right. Common, I should imagine. But they…
Weekly Flylady Thread 6th January 2020
Welcome to the first Flylady Thread of the 20s! 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…
new saucepans needed
After 25 years of use my Ikea saucepans are showing their age, could people suggest some nice/hardwearing/reasonable price saucepans or saucepan sets i could buy Are copper pans good ?I have never used them.We have a rangemaster gas hob Many thanks
Gluten Free Bread in Breadmaker
We don't waste much as a family but bakery items are the number one thing I seem to throw out. I am coeliac so I have to buy gluten free which is expensive for the nice stuff so I have decided to have another go at baking gluten free bread. Last time I did it was years ago and the bread was soggy and tasted of vinegar!…
simple cook-ahead veggie meals
Hello all, hoping for some ideas. I do actually have a decent repertoire of veggie meals, but needs something specific. Changes in family jobs, schools etc. mean that once a week we will take a meal down to son's family for 4 adults to share. DS & DiL are veggies. DH is OK with some veggie meals (indeed enjoys those we…

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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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