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Archives for February 2009

Publishers Book Clearance
Best bet to find out if you have one is yell.com as they don't have a website, but yes! Publishers Book Clearance is fantastic! :) I don't think I've seen any books over a fiver in there, there's tv, puzzle, health, kids, education, text, dictionary, horror type books and they're all rougly £2 each - ditto audiobooks.…
Tesco 50 extra Clubcard Points wyb 3 selected Discount items
From Tesco website Terms and Conditions 1. You must buy 3 different products from the list below to qualify. 2. Orders must be placed by 2nd March 2009 and delivered by 4th March 2009 only. 3. You will still receive your extra points if availability issues mean that you don't have your products delivered. 4. Points will go…
Has anyone used 'musikick.co.uk'?
Hi All, Just wondering if anyone has used, or heard anything about, 'musikick'? Thanks
Brand new candles from Canada
These are fragranced candles new on the market from Canada and burn for as long as Yankee candles, they are called Country Home and are on special introductory offer of 30% off till 15th March at https://www.candle-city.co.uk
Bargain Crazy Lip Balms
Set of 4 Burts Bees lip balms strawberry,raspberry,cherry and lemon/lime £7.99 save £14.00 at https://www.bargaincrazy.com also code for 20% off fashion ends Sun.Ive put the code in vouchers section.
Primark - Sunglasses at £1, £2 and £3
In Primark in Reading today some of the sunglasses (UV 400) were just £1 and they were pretty good quality. They also had all their summer stuff in and some summer dresses that people were snapping up for approx £11. Is there anywhere else that does sunglasses for around the same price that anyone can recommend? I used to…
Free beauty sample pack
Get a free eye beauty sample pack when you spend £30.00 at https://www.beautyexpert.co.uk code in vouchers section.
Dropping pound versus laws of supply and demand
As we all know, the pound has dropped massively. In some cases, I've seen imported goods increasing by 50%. I've been on forums where retailers have been talking about these "new prices". And there seems to be an assumption that people will just go on buying goods at much, much, higher prices. Particularly given the…
365tickets *quick response needed please!*
I am trying to find cheap tickets for Chessington for Easter bank holiday. I have just come across this site offering earlybird tickets, which if you buy before 2nd March offers your half price entry. Just wondered if it is a legit site? and has anyone ordered from them before? A quick repsonse would be appreciated as I…
New DFS Sofa, Not Keen should i sell?!
OK, my new sofa arrived two days ago...my first reaction was that I hated it! I was in tears for alot of the day as it just seems so huge.. SO.....hubby has agreed if I still don't like it in 6 months we can sell it on ebay and buy a cheaper one from Sofasofa. I think I would probably only get about £800 if I am lucky (it…
Morgan Watch Repair?
Not sure where this type of question should go but I managed to get one of the Morgan Watches in the Amazon sale and unfortunately it was faulty and I sent it back to time track services for repair under guarantee. I havent yet had the watch back and wanted to call them to findout where it has got to but I cant find a…
Quidco - hotel and carhire bookings
If I link to a site such as Expedia or ebookers and make a hotel reservation how do I get the money back? I normally choose to pay for things like hotels and carhire when I leave the hotel or return the car. If I do this will I get Quidco money back if I made the initial booking through Quidco? Or to put it more…
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Broken kettle?
Hello! Apologies for so many questions on here! but I have just broken my kettle- I think the element is gone (as it otherwise lights up, it just does not heat up). Is there any way to fix a broken element (its the hidden variety) or is it dead now? Thankyou in advance to anyone who knows the answer to this and apologies…
What's that website?
There is a website that if you put in a company name on the internet it tells you if safe to shop with them. I did know it but I seem to have lost track of it. Anyone know?
morrisins pork 91p a pound!! untill sunday
ad in paper says morrisons pork is 91p a pound or £2 per kg untill Sunday shoulder of pork british!
ad in paper £99.99 sofa argos
http://www.argos.co.uk/static/Product/partNumber/6283618/c_1/1%7Ccategory_root%7CHome+and+furniture%7C12107022/c_2/2%7Ccat_12107022%7CSofas+and+chairs%7C12107194.htm looks cheap and cheerful but might be of use to someone small 2 seater fabric sofa in caramel
Is your family cutting back? Volunteers wanted for C4 documentary
Channel 4 is making a documentary about the recession, and is looking for a family which has had to cut back, to take part in the show. The producers have asked me to post the following: Is your family having to cut back and tighten its belt due to the recession? Are you now budgeting carefully, shopping more economically…
Night Out In? (supermarket meal deals)
Hi all, I am currently researching for my final major project at uni on the subject of Recession and Consumers Changing Attitudes and Habits Towards Food. I am looking specifically into the idea of having a night out inside your home- be it with a partner or with friends. I have been looking at the meal deals in…
Book with Coupons for local areas
Can anyone remember what the website is for this there is a booklet you can buy which covers local areas i think it costs £10 but the discounts are good they are for mcdonalds, sub, and other discounts thanks

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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
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
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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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