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Archives for May 2008

Asda Bags ! I Have An Idea.
ASDA BAGS ! I HAVE AN IDEA. ASDA want to charge for plastic bags ! They claim its something to do with being green, pandas or dodo’s ( I was not really listening ) But to save money, Drive to TESCO. ( No car pooling ) Get a load of free bags ! Drive back to ASDA roof down The bags blow everywhere . So Back to TESCO for…
Bargains At Lidl
Dear All, Just to let you know that I have discovered Muller Fruit Corners at Lidl for £2 per pack of 6. I think this is extremely good value. Also, have bought pack of 24 Charmain loo rolls for 6.20 something. M x :T
tesco half price plant
Hi went to tescos and got £60 of garden plants for £30 plus used two daily mail vouchers from yeasterdays paper and some other moc got it down to £22:T :T :T , theres all sorts of plants
Anyone Else experiencing problems with Quidco?
For at least the last 2 days I haven't been able to get into Quidco. I get the 'page can not be displayed' error. I've tried logging in from my parents house, friends and the public library and it's not working. I can't think it's my Internet connection? Anyone else having problems too?
25% off men's suits at Debenhams stores
Noticed this week. NOT available on line, at least not yet.
creme eggs
for anyone like me who loves creme eggs co-op have them on bogof on packs of 6,so you get 12 for £1.79 hth someone and sorry if this is already posted
Save money free for your kids: up to 20% every time you shop
Just posted this on the Families Board, but thought it should get a wider airing. I've never heard of it before, and it sounds like a great idea. Seems genuine - just found out about from an article in The Times: http://business.timesonline.co.uk/to...cle4029355.ece "Children's perks When parents sign up to KidStart.co.uk,…
dolcis mega sale + my bargain buys
Im sure I have seen this on a previous post a while back but had to let you know I went into Dolcis (this particular one was in Birkenhead, Wirral) and it was having a 75% + discount sale! Some AMAZING bargains!!! Beautiful diamante trimmed heels from £2!! yes £2!! brand new in boxes!This included wedding shoes for anyone…
Tesco - Yeo Valley yogurt
Tesco currently have the large tubs of Yeo Valley yogurt on "2 for £2" - as they usually go for anything up to £1.60 each, this makes them a good deal cheaper. Some gorgeous flavours too - the raspberry & Apricot ones are particularly tasty!
Tesco online shopping - bakery goods?
I've gotten into grocery shopping online which has been a great help in lessening the load, so to speak. Today, however, I've realised we're running short on Tesco Bakery Large White Baps and they're not available online. There's really no option for substitutes in this case, but I'd really like to avoid running to the…
bargaincrazy.com
Hi Everyone Use the following code at the checkout for a further 10% off everything on www.bargaincrazy.com! Great prices on Laptops Tvs Fashion and loads more!! WLWDD001BCP Thanks
8ft trampoline with enclosure
Tying to find a 8ft trampoline deal & came across this. anyone know if this any good http://www.rebotrampolines.co.uk/products/offers/8ft_duo_tech_trampoline_package.aspx
New Mobile Phone Contract
Hi, my mobile phone contract is up for renewal and I am looking for a new one. I have had bad experiences with claiming cashback in the past, so this time I am looking for a good contract with a free gift instead. I have been looking around and I think I am going to go for a contract which is roughly about £40pm with a…
Wanted: Wall Mounted DVD Player
Anyone know where I can get a wall mounted DVD player to go with a plasma tv which is on the wall. I'm sure I've seen these somewhere but my minds gone. . . . :confused:
17" laptop < £400
Hiya. Looking for a new laptop. Had a look round at a few places. Found this one: Here Any thoughts? Thanks in advance
£4.99 Natco 3KG Indian Basmati Rice reduced to £2.49
Have just been to Coryton ASDA (Cardiff) and found above bargain. Considering that Indian shops are charging £18 for 10KG Natco Basmati - this is a bargain. Comes in a nice handy Tub, with handle
24 cans of 440ml carling £9.98 @ sainsburys
noticed in my local sainsburys earlier they had 24 packs of carling for £9.98 HTH Dave
Toys R Us
Hi Sorry if this is in the wrong place, but am after some advice. I bought back in march a playhouse for £100, they then called to say that the first one that was sent had been damaged and another was on its was. That was all fine. When i checked partners bank Toys R Us had refunded the money back for the damaged one. Then…
Bread prices - where is cheapest?
With bread prices rising as they are, what about a thread where we can reveal who has best prices, premium bread on offer that sort of thing! I usually shop in Tesco but they don't seem to have such good offers any more.. Any suggestions?
House of Fraser 2 Day Sale
Hi just i case anyone missed this saw a two day sale special on Friday and Sat - greaaaaaat!!

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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.
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