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Archives for March 2008

20% Off and Free Delivery at Route One
UK extreme sports site Route One are offering newsletter subscribers 20% off everything on the site including sale itmes along with free delivery until midnight Sunday 30th March. All you have to do is enter the site using the following url: http://www.routeone.co.uk/easter when you sue this url you will see that…
should I buy the show guide for ideal home show or not
Hi Does anyone just came back for ideal home show, could you pls advise, should I spend £5 to buy the show guide, and what area I must go to see, where to have your lunch? Thanks for reading.
Leather Jewellery Box
Hi, i just came randomly came across this on the net. http://www.hsamuel.co.uk/webstore/detail/R/4529243/ Its a jewellery box, but it looks like a briefcase. Im really confused whether this is for a man or a woman! Either way looks kinda cool. I dont think theres a deal on it but ive had a look elsewhere on the net and ive…
Finish dishwasher tablets 1/2 price and 50% free.
In Somerfield they are doing a box of Finsh for 1/2 price - £3.32, they also have 50% extra free, so you get 66 tablets for £3.32!!
aloe vera plant £1.99 Lidl
I think a while ago someone was looking for an aloe vera plant (good for first aid as you break off a leaf and put the sap on burns or cuts) well I've found some at Lidl for £1.99 from 3rd April…
Brilliant cookware
I received a Le Creuset casserole & grill as a gift recently, I'd always thought they were expensive but are they worth it!! The grill is excellent and cooks meat with the BBQ stripes & flavour on my electric hob at number 3 ( 6 is max) its amazing. I'm also using the casserole dish for everything now, again on a low heat,…
Memory foam mattresses
just researching and found this place with half price mattresses.... http://www.memoryfoammattressdirect.co.uk/store/memory-foam-mattresses/ :rotfl:
Per Una designer clearance
Hi there, Just got notified of this by email, check out http://www.marksandspencer.com/gp/browse.html/ref=sc_ca_c_1_43005030_2/202-4583422-5501422?ie=UTF8&node=75456031&no=43005030&mnSBrand=core&me=A2BO0OYVBKIQJM For more information Lorna
Lidl electrical items - returning under guarantee?
I have a Lidl Lervia paper shredder which I've had for about 8 months I reckon. Today it's just died a death. Now having a search on here a few posts mentioned them having a 3 year guarantee. I can probably find the receipt somewhere but haven't got the box it came in or any other packaging. What do I do? Has anyone any…
Sainsburys own brand baby wipes BOGOF £1.09
Hello Not sure how long this offer runs for but thought it was fab bargain - It means the baby wipes are about 55p a pack. My store had nearly empty shelves of the wipes so best to get in quick. Oooh and they also had huggies swimmers 1/2 price from £4.99 to £2.49. HTH Alison x
Gamestation - Do they have the same offer instore as online?
As the title says really! I'm looking for a wii remote and a nunchuck, on their website there is an offer for wii play + remote and a nunchuck for 44.89, but I'd rather get it instore so I can beat my husband on the boxing tommorow :D Thanks in advance!
Windows XP Laptop ??
Not sure if this is the right Board but hope someone can answer me anyway. I am looking for a laptop with windows XP that isnt refurbished (Currys) and is under £400. I would prefer also to buy it in store rather than online as it is to be a surprise for my daughter so dont want a postman turning up with it when she's here…
Samsung camcorder
I Bought a Samsung Camcorder VP-DC off E-bay. I was well described and it sayed it did not read/ format a disc however you could use a SD/MMC card which I'm doing then copying it onto disc from the computer. I bought some 8mm disc and would like to get it to work again. What cause this problem or should I send it into the…
Whats the Best FPS Game for Wii (Medal of Honor?)
Hello, I want to get a first person shoot-um-up game for the Wii. Whats the best out there is it Medal of Honor, No More Heroes etc. Thanks
Looking for something to wear to a wedding, size 24-26.
I have 3 weddings to attend in the next couple of months and I need an outfit, possibly two. I'd like it to be something that I could wear again as in the past I have bought things that aren't 'me' as it were and just purchased them as they fit and not cos I actually liked them. I've had a look around in a few places that…
Sony XDRS50 - Portable DAB Radio - Black
Amazon have this model at £29 and the XDRS55 at over £40. From the descriptions they seem identical - does anyone know if there is a difference please? (Sony website doesn't help!). Also, and crucially to me, I need to know whether a mains power lead comes included. Grateful for any info/advice. Many thanks.
M&s Online Order Not Honoured
Can anyone help? Thought I saw a thread about online orders placed but some items cancelled, although money still taken.
Free Underlay with Laminate Flooring
Just noticed that Floors-2-Go are offering free underlay on all Laminate Flooring: http://www.floors2go.co.uk/laminate-flooring-offers/ Worth a look if you're looking at new flooring...
Warranty on the PS3 and Xbox 360
Does anybody know if you get 3 years warranty on top with sony for the ps3 or with microsoft with the XBox 360?
Very Cheap Good Frozen Food!!! FrozenFred
On Easter Monday, I went to Rye Market (East Sussex - near Camber Sands) and got given a flyer for a shop opening that day called Frozen Fred, in the indoor market area. They were giving away packets of hot cross buns just for visting I got 1/2 litre tubs of Hagan Daz ice cream for £1,plus 5 salmon fillets for £1, and home…

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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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