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Archives for November 2015

How much will Crossrail cost?
Hello, anyone know how much it will cost to go from Brentwood to Tottenham Court Road via Crossrail?
Booking bikes on advance train tickets
I booked a train ticket online with EMT but couldn't book my bike at the same time because the offices where you do so (by phone) were closed. The following day I was informed no spaces were available on that train, so I didn't make the journey and lost the money on it. Does any site offer you the facility to book the bike…
Denied refund for late train - can I do anything else?
I caught a train from Sheffield to Alnwick a couple of months ago, after a cancelled train the train I caught arrived in Alnwick 35 minutes late, I know this as my dad was collecting me from the station and my sister had tracked the trains progress online. I filled out the relevant form and returned my tickets for a…
MSE News: Autumn Statement 2015: Compensation for 15 minute train delays planned
Commuters will be able to claim compensation for train delays of just 15 minutes, under new plans revealed today... Read the full story: Autumn Statement 2015: Compensation for 15 minute train delays planned Click reply below to discuss. If you haven’t already, join the forum to reply. If you aren’t sure how it all works,…
Crossrail
Hello! Is there a way to put all Crossrail stations into a google map or a map with detailed addresses etc of the stations? thanks!
Leagrave Station to Zone 1..what should I do?! Please help a noob!
Hi everyone, I've just started a new job at the university of Westminster and spend 4 days a week at the business school (Baker Street Station) and the other day at Cavendish House (Goodge Street.) I'm currently travelling from Leagrave Station and have bought a month's ticket at around £500. The annual season ticket costs…
List of tube stations and zones?
Is there a list anywhere of the tube stations and what zones they're in? I find the map really confusing
Calling all London Midland/GoVia users
I am forced to use London Midland almost daily for work and to some extent their sister companies of Thameslink and Southern all run by GoVia. Like many I really am sick to the back teeth of the extortionate prices and failure to reinvest in the service. Please can you give as little as 2 minutes to sign this petition.…
Cycle to work scheme help
Hi everyone. I signed up to the cycle to work scheme, had my certificate approved but not issued. On my hire agreement I will be paying £36.90 every 4 weeks (work at tesco) so in the 12 month period I will be paying back £514.80. Looks ok so far until you find that my certificate value is £479.73. I'm paying back £35.07…
train season tickets
Hi, ive been looking at season tickets (1 month) and none of them allow me to select return ticket option. Does this mean season tickets are one way only? If so (in my case), its more expensive than diving as id have to buy two season tickets, one to get to destination and another to get back home :mad:
Megabus newton abbot stop help please
Hi all. Just trying to check EXACTLY where MEGABUS to London picks up from in NEWTON ABBOT. Does it definitely pick-up from the RAILWAY STATION stop as well as PENN INN? And WHICH side of the road? Many thanks in advance :)
London international (CIV) - Cheaper Advance fares?
Hi all, I've got a pair of Eurostar tickets booked for Feb (had to book these already to make sure I got the best fare as there's a specific train we want). Does anyone know if there's an equivalent cheap set of Advance prices for tickets to London International (CIV) as per the normal Advance tickets? The online prices…
Megabus Pricing newcastle on tyne
I go to london 2/3 times a year early december /Jan and have been lucky enough to get reasonable pricing for last 3 years £8/10 and even once the famed £1 each way. Now even looking out as far as 10 Jan pricing is coming in at £35 one way. Spoke to Megabus thinking computer error but advised "these prices are correct".…
train line tickets refund
Hello I've purchased tickets for travel on 14th & 15th December to London for a family of 4 using friends and family railcard. However, we are not going to be able to travel now. Is there anyway I can get a refund as it seems unfair if I cancel and then they resell the tickets and make double the money!
Advance Rail is it midnight
Hi there, I know that advance rail fares are released usually 12 weeks in advance, I'm wondering are they automatically released at midnight (obv 12 weeks before travel) or it is some other time? Thanks
MSE News: London tube and bus fares to rise by 1%
Tube and bus fares in London will rise by 1% on average from 2 January 2016... Read the full story: London tube and bus fares to rise by 1% Click reply below to discuss. If you haven’t already, join the forum to reply. If you aren’t sure how it all works, read our New to Forum? Intro Guide.
Considering a second hand Wisper 906 Alpino e-bike
My Mum has hired an e-bike out through a local scheme a few times and absolutely loved it plus I found it good cycling with her as it gives me a decent work out on the bike and I don't need to be picky about routes as hill climbs aren't an issue. She's noticed a Wisper 906 Alpino come up for sale locally for £700 although…
Southern trains evouchers disappearing
Hi, Southern railway are revamping their website it seems, and all my evouchers for various delays have disappeared. Has anyone else had experience of this, and / or knows the best next move? Thank you.
South West trains refund help
My girlfriend and I bought a return ticket from Balham to Winchfield using our Two Together railcard at a total cost of £39. We were unable to make our return journey from Winchfield because there were signalling problems further up the line at Wimbledon so all the trains were cancelled. As such, we bought two singles from…
Trainlines Customer Service awful
I booked a ticket yesterday with this company, and the confirmation said "no seats reserved". Since their website had put me asked me these questions when booking, and I had booked a table, etc I was very surprised. I needed to check this. I spent about 40 mins. trying to clarify this in "Chat". I was told Southern Train…

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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.
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 Payments 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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