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Archives for February 2010

Quilting Classes - Glasgow/Airdrie/Stirling?
I'm looking for quilting classes, or to be honest more of a one off session, in Glasgow, Airdrie or Stirling areas. I've done lots of needlework and tapestry over the years but really fancy quilting. I holiday in the US and Canada twice/three times a year and have picked up a few kits there but they need cutting and…
Calling Thurso or Wick
Hi, anybody know if taxi services in the Thurso, Wick area are metered or charged by the mile, and any idea what they charge for a local. Thinking of having a few days up there and will need a taxi or two. Thanks
Cat with diabetes looking for good cattery in Glasgow - surrounding areas!!
Hi I intend to get away for about 3 or 4 weeks sometime soon. Can anyone recommend a cattery in Glasgow or surrounding districts? e.g. Lanarkshire, South of Glasgow etc etc Any advice gratefully received.. Many thanks
Bathroom Plumbing
Can anyone recommend a good reasonably priced plumber (Perth area) to install a new bathroom suite and electric shower.
Doctors & NHS Dentist in Elgin?
Hi, following recent posts for advice, is anyone able to reccommend a good Drs surgery and NHS dentist with access to orthodontist in Elgin? Thank you, Hxx
Cooker Deals
Hi, Looking to purchase a new gas free standing cooker anyone recently bagged a bargain anywhere? Thx.
Steiner School
Does anyone have any experience of the Steiner school in Glasgow or one of the others in in the uk? Have been looking into this for the lo and can't find anything negative about it at all....which worries me in itself! It seems too good to be true....
Walk-in hairdresser on Dundee?
Does anyone know a good walk-in hairdresser in Dundee? ( NOT Supercuts ) ta
McKindless Buses
McKindless Buses - important information for passengers February 23, 2010 09:45 UKNews The McKindless Group ceased to operate their registered local bus services after approximately 19:00 last Friday, 19 February 2010. On receiving this information on Friday morning, SPT staff set about placing posters on more than 500 bus…
solicitors
When someone dies in Scotland,is it neccessary to involve a solicitor if a will is pretty straightforward and if so what do they actually do.Thanks in advance. hutchie
Edinburgh zoo discounts
We are off to visit edinburgh zoo in a few weeks. Do you know of any discounts or free child places as it is so expensive. i was going to use my clubcard vouchers but edinburgh zoo is no longer on the list. many thanks
Moving out of my flat, need a few recommendations...
Hi there guys, I'm moving out of my rented flat in Edinburgh next month and I wonder if anyone can point me in the right direction for some of these. I need a carpet cleaning company because there's been one too many spillages and they look kind of worn out. I don't really want to loose my deposit so needs to be done but I…
AA driving instructors in aberdeenshire/aberdeen
Has anyone ever used the AA for driving lessons? My eldest is wanting to start lessons soon and ive noticed the AA do lessons and arent too badly prices and as ive got ins with them i get them cheaper. So can anyone recommend them at all?
Boiler grants in Scotland
Does anyone know if/when grants to help with replacement of boilers will be available in Scotland? Had a look at direct gov but it all seems to be England.
staywarm tariff/eon/tesco points
:) please can someone help regarding this type of electricity tarrif? they r demanding a monthly payment that will take a quarter of my oldage pension! will not put my a/c online, and cannot claim my Tesco reward points! has anyone had this ezperience, or know anything about Staywarm?
Raigmore Hospital Inverness
Morning, I am going to Raigmore tomorrow to do the induction element for my Return to Practise. I am really pleased I've sussed out a fair bit of stuff to save (thank goodness mum is paying for the course - thanks Mum!) including accommodation within the hospital for £10.50 per night! I think from looking at google maps…
staywarm customers/tesco
could anyone out there tell me more about the staywarm electricity tarrif with EON? tried to register for my Tesco Club Card points,and promptly told not eligible! Eon also refuse to put my a/c online! i am an O.A.P., have learned about internet to have access to info on all things especially saving money. in one fell…
housework
looking for someone reliable and reasonable to do our housework a couple of hours a week.We live in North Ayrshire.Thanks in advance. hutchie
Caravan Park in South Lanarkshire
I was wondering if anyone could help me find a caravan park that would allow my partner to put his tourer onto for several months. He is coming to work near Glasgow shortly and to save on paying for digs he wants to use the van to live in. It needs to be within 30 min drive of Cambuslang..which we think is where he will be…
Selling Gold in Glasgow
It seems that every shopping centre I go to has a stall buying old gold.I know that there's been bad publicity about the rate that some of these places pay, and I wonder whether anyone can recommend anyone reputable in Glasgow?

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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
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Warm Home Discount expansion confirmed with millions more eligible for the £150 top-up this winter – here's what we know
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Martin Lewis: At last a chance to fix Council Tax flaws impacting millions – debt collection, difficulty challenging your band, discounts and more
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Energy complaints to be dealt with more quickly and Energy Ombudsman to get new powers under Government plans
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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
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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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