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Archives for March 2020

Gas Check Update :0) Job done
While I do understand these are not normal times it is frustrating to sit in all afternoon after clearing out the two areas so the gas check could be done to have no person arrives to do it and no information as to when/if it is going to be sorted out. My local council are happy each year to send me a letter stating the…
Tesco Online Grocery Shopping - USELESS!
Wife and I are both registered on the government "extremely vulnerable" website and confined to our property for at least the next 12 weeks. No home delivery slots available to our area until after 19 April (which ATM is as far ahead as they show availability). Tried calling both the contact numbers to ask for info and…
Praise for cdkeys
Ordered 2 switch game codes on their website and the order was sent straight away and both codes worked and they were cheaper than Nintendo Eshop and the cartridge version!
Nursing Homes forgotten
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Boots website
As anyone actually managed to get on the Boots website in recent days. I think I've been on their "virtual queue" for over an hour and still some 215636 ahead of me. Surely they haven't really though this through as people are just leaving their browsers now without any hope or intention now of actually getting on the site.
TONIK ENERGY UNETHICAL PRACTICES
I changed to Tonik via MSE. they were ok until 2019. I changed in Febuary2020. Gave them notice in January and said I wanted my credit balance within 2 weeks of end of contract. They suck you in with one monthly price and increase it after 1 month, therefore you are always at least a month or two in credit. When I phone…
Amazon - to return, or not to return
Hi everyone So I've been in the market for a new gaming laptop, and I've run aground somewhat. I'm hoping that the ever-wise users of MSE can give me some advice on what to do. I bought a Razer Blade 2018 model through Amazon Warehouse for £1,000, which I understand is their way of selling returned or used goods. The…
And So it Starts
Well well the virus has been with us less than a month and the shut down 2 days Just had first letter from our illustrious banking system demanding why I haven't paid a y money into the business this month With the addendum that i am in breach under their terms and conditions Thank you Lloyd's Business Banking As if having…
Averren Energy & Global Market Trend scam
Has anyone else been scammed by this fake wind energy investment? I am now being phoned by people claiming to be able to get some of my money back, supposedly appointed by the Insolvency Service, and was told about an investor group of people affected, which I can't find on the internet. Another wind energy scam was sold…
Scam TV Licence email
just to alert you all to email scam regarding TV Licence received one today saying my direct debit payment had failed and I need to click on link to reset. looks quite convincing with a Licence reference number - however I knew payment not due today so did easy check online at TV Licensing which confirms it and gives me my…
How are garden waste collections more important than peoples lives
This week was the start of the council collecting garden waste but they've now suspended it but people on my local council facebook page are not happy as they think they should get a token service (What ever that is) or they should have a monthly collection due to the tip being closed and they have to stay home.
Borders Eggs - outstanding generosity and thoughtfulness
There are many stories of people behaving badly during the crisis, and many more of selfless acts, and I thought I'd mention this one. Yesterday evening there was a knock on the door; when I opened it, a woman proferred me a tray of eggs, saying that they were a gift in the light of egg shortages in the local shops. This…
Hats off to Virgin Media
The cap on my broadband has been lifted due to the possible impact of having to spend more time indoors due to the current situation, all at no cost to me.
Stop stockpiling
It’s good that key workers don’t have to worry about their kids and school but now we have to worry about getting food etc. Supermarkets are holding OAP only openings- they need key worker only openings as well please. If we can’t eat, we cant work and then you selfish vultures will really be up the creek (with your many…
Restaurants promoting vouchers due to Covid-19
I've started receiving emails from restaurant chains (Rossopomodoro, Inamo) asking customers to buy vouchers. * Rossopomodoro asking customers to buy vouchers for future use to help support the business during this difficult time. * Inamo with a promotion that if you buy a £50 voucher you will get £25 for free. I…
The Selfie Lottery [Edited By Forum Team] 2020
Hey all, Looks like our good old friends at 'The Selfie Lottery' are back, this time with a fresh rebranded site that looks and operates great... the only issue being that they're advertising they pay out daily, when in reality they do not pay out, ever. https://theselfielottery.com/ It's quite simple, you sign up and…
Amazon don’t care
I had a thought this morning regarding potentially infected Amazon delivery drivers and came up with a solution – after a similar suggestion in a email from Papa Johns Why not allow drivers to txt customers, minutes before a delivery is due and this would allow customers to watch out for the delivery and the driver could…
Sainsburys delivery slots completely unavailable
Like the title says, I shop online with Sainsburys and buy an annual delivery pass allowing me free grocery deliveries. Now, I understand that in the current climate, more people are getting their stuff delivered but my Sainsburys has no slots available up to and including 5th April. Surely those with delivery passes…
Toilet roll - Amazon
Amazon have hiked the cost of Toilet Roll to silly levelsie a 9 pack of Andrex - previously around £10 to almost £30 in one case There must be a law to stop this profiteering ?
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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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