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Glasgow Driving Lessons
Can anyone recommend a cheap driving school/instructor in Glasgow, preferably Southside area? On a side note, would you say it is better to learn in an intensive block or over a longer time - a weekly hour or so? Thanks in advance! :)
'Tap Dance Fever' tickets - Glasgow, 26th June, 2.30pm
Hi, I've got two tickets for this show at the Theatre Royal, but sadly now I can't go! Here's a link to the show info page: http://www.ambassadortickets.com/1533/654/Glasgow/Theatre-Royal-/Tap-Dance-Fever They're really good seats, Dress circle C26 and C27 ( a bit of leg room and nobody directly in front of you at the…
Salons offering Caci in Inverness area?
Anyone know of any decent salons in or around the Inverness area which offer Caci face treatments?
Days Out in Scotland?
We're going camping for a fortnight with a Belgian family we met when we were camping last summer. Last year they were here on an orienteering holiday but this year they are coming over to have a holiday with us - no orienteering. I've asked them what they want to do this year and suggested Landmark theme park and maybe…
Reputable Lawyer in Glasgow please
Hi, I'm looking for, I guess, word-of-mouth recommendations for a lawyer who can represent me contesting my father's will. He and his girlfriend (not stepmother as they never married) have decided to leave not a penny to his family when they're gone - it is a very complicated mess and I need someone highly recommended and…
Electrical Certificate Needed
Hi. Have not long since moved into a house which had a loft conversion part carried out. We have since applied to council to complete the work and one of the things we have been told we need is an "electrical certificate"? certifiying the electrical work (which had been carried out prior to us moving into house). Plans…
upvc door company in Glasgow that doesn't charge a fortune?
Looking to get a new back door for our house - supplied and fitted (and possibly a small side window). Not looking for anything fancy, just half glass, white upvc. Yet a quote yesterday from advanced windows in EK came back at £995 for the both! (and they tried to talk us getting the whole house done...lol) Is it really…
affordable accommodation in St Andrews
Any tips/sources for finding affordable rented accommodation in St Andrews? Someone I know has started a new (not very well paid) job there. All the rental accommodation seems to be aimed at students and in St Andrews students mean big money. Thanks
SCOTLAND V JAPAN Rugby Free TONIGHT!!
Apologies for the late notice but my youngest has just left to go to this. When I looked at the web site it says the game is free. Kick off 7pm at Murrayfield, Edinburgh. http://www.scotlandrugbyteam.org/content/view/1864/
Buses to the Fort Shopping Centre. Help needed.
I have managed to secure a few days work at The Fort Shopping Center in Easterhouse. Does anyone know what the best bus to get there from Union St/Argyle St is? I have to be there for 9.30am for the next 3 Saturdays. Many Thanks! :A
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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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