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Archives for April 2007

Cheap socialising in Edinburgh
Hi I am coming to edinburgh at the beginning of may for a few days and I'm looking for moneysaving ways of seeing the sites etc I used clubcard vouchers to get entrance into edinburgh dungeons. Any tips for cheaper entrance into zoo, witchery tour etc Also cheap places to eat etc Any help much appreciated. Nic xx
Cheap haircut in Glasgow?
Hi everyone, My hairdresser has left town and I need a new one! I only get my hair cut every 6 months or so to save money, I keep it long and just have a few layers in it. I've heard that some salons have training nights where you can get a cheap haircut and also that some colleges do hairdressing courses where its cheap…
Have furniture, want to give to people in need
I have 2 sofas which are in reasonable condition and I would like to give them to someone who has a real need for furniture, eg. single mums / homeless moving into 1st time accomodation, I'm sure you know what I mean. Anyway do you know of a charity or something similar who would have a use for these, they would have to be…
Bathroom Fitter
Hi, could anyone please suggest any good plumber/bathroom fitter in Glasgow/Paisley Area,, I'm desperate to have our bathroom done but I dont know which has a real best deal..Thanks all!!:beer:
Recommendations for tradesmen near Perth?
Hi just north of Perth I need to get : some outside painting done : some quite major gardening work :some new guttering - does anyone know of any good tradesmen who would charge a reasonable price for any of these jobs? Thanks Shona
Parking ticket - Fife
Stupid enough to get a parking ticket in Fife - thought I'd be safe for five minutes to run into the bank and back. However, thought I had 21 days to pay but it only says 14. What happens now? I think in glasgow if you don't pay it doubles but the ticket doesn't say that. Issued by Fife council - any Fifers know what…
Almost 4 Year Old And 8 Month Old
The first week of the school hols are almost up and I'm running out of ideas to entertain my children - any suggestions? I live in the Aberdeen area and have a car. We have painted eggs and wellies, made rabbits and painted them, been for walks, visited relatives etc. Help!:confused: :j
Looking for non-forcefed foie gras in Glasgow area
Hiya, It is my darling OH's birthday on Monday, and we were thinking about having a lovely homemade (expensive probably :eek:) beef wellington for dinner. Something a bit special and a break from our normal MSingness. I know foie gras is traditional in beef wellington but couldn't possibly buy any from geese that have been…
Free Day out - Easter Monday - BBC event at Edwardian stately home in the Borders
VISIT ONE OF BRITAIN’S FINEST EDWARDIAN MANOR HOUSES Easter Monday 9 April, 2007 This Easter, Lion Television Scotland are filming a special programme at an Edwardian country house near Duns in the Scottish Borders, for BBC4’s Edwardian season. Its within easy reach by car of Edinburgh, Newcastle or even Glasgow. We are…
NHS Dentist in Fife
If anyone is looking for an NHS dentist, Templehall Dental Surgery in Kirkcaldy is taking on new NHS patients at the moment. The list is not "open" as such. They are only booking new registration appointments in cancellation slots; so you need to phone to see if anyone has cancelled an appointment on the date that you'd…
Use your vote!
This may be an indirect way to save money, however your choice in the Holyrood and local council elections next month will affect your taxes, local services and many other issues for the next four years. Please make sure that you're on the Electoral Register and that you use your vote on the 3rd of May.

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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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