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Archives for March 2022

What should we include in MSE's new Cost of Living survival guide?
Hi MoneySavers --------------[[MSE INSERT, 6 APRIL 2022] Thanks for all your comments. The guide is now live:Cost of living crisis survival guide: 90 ways to save from MSE and MoneySavers -------------- As you may have seen from Martin Lewis's posts on Facebook and Twitter today, he's putting together a new cost of living…
Has anyone used alternative cooking methods
Hello sounds a daft question but cannot use microwave (for health reasons) but wondered whether anyone could recommend alternative cheaper cooking methods than turning on oven! Have looked at Remoska and air fryer but read varying reviews of problems with both. Have tried slow cooker but in the main it is more useful for…
Old Style Weight Loss Challenge 2022 - 2nd Quarter
Hi All Welcome to the Old Style Weight Loss thread for quarter two 2022 :) Please feel free to start posting your weight loss goals for the next challenge which will run from the 1st April until the 30th June (13 weeks) You do not have to submit a loss or gain for the first week as it's our starting week, you can post your…
O/S Daily Thursday 31 March 2022
O/S Daily Thursday 31 March 2022 Morning everyone Hugs to those that want/need them, those who are poorly and those who are looking after a poorly person x Happy birthday to those with a birthday x Still dark, air is cooler than it has been. Rain forecast for today. DH and DS1 getting ready for work I'm showered, dressed…
cold/ not cooked meals
I noticed lots of talk in the threads about non-cooked meals. I thought we could share some ideas for exciting or at least different and tasty ideas for sandwiches and salads ect. or using up tinned foods. My go-to sandwich is normally an egg sarnie.. but I assume that wouldn't count as the eggs need cooking.. apologies if…
O/S Daily Wednesday 30 March 2022
O/S Daily Wednesday 30 March 2022 Morning everyone Hugs to those that want/need them, those who are poorly and those who are looking after a poorly person x Happy birthday to those with a birthday x Still dark, air is cooler than it has been. Rain forecast for today. DH and DS1 getting ready for work I'm showered, dressed…
April 2022 Grocery Challenge
Hi everyone, Welcome to the fourth Grocery Challenge of 2022! If your new month starts early feel free to join this thread, or if you're still working on your March Budget then keep on posting in the March Challenge. As always this challenge is to reduce your own grocery budget to levels that you will be pleased with, not…
O/S Daily Tuesday 29 March 2022
O/S Daily Tuesday 29 March 2022 Morning everyone Hugs to those that want/need them, those who are poorly and those who are looking after a poorly person x Happy birthday to those with a birthday x Now light, dry underfoot - forecast is for a decent day - we'll see. I have wash load ready to peg out on the line, got a load…
Quality Clothing Brand Suggestions- High street or not-so high street...
Hello everyone, It's been many a year since I last posted on the MSE forums! but thought I'd pop back on for some help/ advice. Where would you recommend I look for good quality clothes that will last longer than the things I am purchasing currently? I am a person that doesn't shop much, I hate clothes shopping and only go…
Air fryer how many kwh to cook a ............................
I'm tempted with an air fryer but cannot find any costing as in how much in kwh they use to cook a 1.8kg chicken or 0.7kg of chips, lots of oh it's cut my bills/ it uses less power than my oven etc & it's much more efficient , but no costings.For example Cooked 0.7kg of chips in my 5l 3kw faux commercial deep fat fryer .at…
Soap saver thingy
When I was a kid in the mid-1950s, mother invested in a plastic thing which was a bit like two tea-strainers face-to-face as it were, but on one common handle about maybe 10" long. One of the "tea strainers" was hinged to the other and it somehow snapped shut. The idea was that you opened it, put in your scrag ends of…
Hello and something which works for me
Hi everyone Im a new member of the MSE forum though have been aware of it for quite a while. I first came across Martin and MSE on a mental health forum around 2015 (my dx is bipolar affective disorder but its way more complex than that) and have followed it ever since with considerable success. Im in a good place…
O/S Daily Monday 28 March 2022
O/S Daily Monday 28 March 2022 Morning everyone Hugs to those that want/need them, those who are poorly and those who are looking after a poorly person x Happy birthday to those with a birthday x Now light, dry underfoot - forecast is for a decent day - we'll see. I have wash load ready to peg out on the line, got a load…
Weekly Flylady Thread 28th March 2022
Welcome to the weekly Flylady Thread. 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…
O/S Daily Sunday 27th March 2022
Good morning, another fine start here.Hope everyone had a good day yesterday, we went to Dgs birthday celebration at a soft play place, I'm sure you can imagine it. Still the children had a wonderful time, and after a meal at MacD's we went back to DD's to cut the cake.By 7pm the young ones were getting a bit tired and…
How to make towels hard after washing and drying?
I hate soft towels, they don't dry me after a shower. How do I make the towels come out hard, I use only ecover washing liquid. Thanks
How to clean earring butterflies
Hi, Can someone help on how I can clean all the skanky horrid bits that have clogged up the butterflies of my earrings? I have tried soaking in soapy water and brushing with a toothbrush - is there an easier way? Many thanks.
Old Style Daily Saturday 26 March 2022
Morning from a chilly Glasgow. The sky is all baby blue and pink so I expect rain. I'll brew some coffee and come back.
O/S Daily Friday 25 March 2022
O/S Daily Friday 25 March 2022 Morning everyone Hugs to those that want/need them, those who are poorly and those who are looking after a poorly person x Happy birthday to those with a birthday x Now light, dry underfoot - forecast is for a decent day - we'll see. I have wash load ready to peg out on the line, got a load…
What gives?
Ok so we are all feeling the pinch. Obviously it is easier for those who have brand levels they can drop or luxuries they can sacrifice than those who are already living as frugally as possible. We are fortunate in that although we shop very frugally over all (aldi mainly) and don't spend lots on entertainment etc, we do…

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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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