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Archives for January 2014

Still available on ebay for £39.99-Android 7" PC Tablet (generic brand)
NEW 7" CAPACITIVE MULTI TOUCH ANDROID 4.0 ALL WINNER A13 TABLET PC NETBOOK MID http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/NEW-7-CAPA...-/400402146731 This 7” capacitive android tablet pc at £39.99 is still available, a generic brand but just as good with (largely) good feedback on the seller’s website from purchasers with over 11,000 sold.…
High prescription glasses to try on at home
Hi folks, I'm looking for recommendations as I am buying my other half some glasses for Christmas and as he has -11 sight in both eyes and has glasses thinned as much as possible which is very expensive (hence him having the same glasses for 5 years...), I'd like to get them online. The thing is, it's hard to get the right…
Best cheap printer with cheap ink
Hi MSE'ers, I need your collective help, my Canon MX700 needs a replacement part which is £70 (new print head). My dilemma is there is no guarantee that the new print head will fix the problem and it's £70! This seems very expensive for a home printer. I only need the printer for printing (colour not necessary) so I want…
When will the Asos sale end?
Does anyone know when the Asos sale will end? I am currently hoping a pair of jeans will come down more in price - they currently only have about 25% off even though I think they are end of line. Thanks
Cheap(er) cloth nappies
Still good quality ones though, ethically produced etc! Issy Bears seconds, really popular nappy (I used them on my little one). Seconds because the poppers are slightly off alignment, it doesn't affect the use/effectiveness but means they have been reduced:…
Very.co.uk Huge credit limit
I hope this is the right section for posting. I have struggled to find the right section. Anyway, I have had an account with Very for over 10 years, I have always made regular payments and I am happy with a small credit limit. My problem is that it keeps increasing. It's now at £9300 and I will never ever use it. Could the…
looking for knee/calf high flat boots
Hi, I'm wondering if anyone can advise on where I should look for a new pair of flat black boots, suitable for work (reasonably smart). I'm really not keen on the riding boot style that seems to be popular at the moment, and really don't think that they suit me anyway. Something that is not too "chunky" (for want of a…
The best offer website to date
Www.offeroftheday.co.uk all the best discounts of all the shops you can find here. From M&S to Groupon. This is the website I check everyday
Half price Livingetc subscription plus £5 M&S vouchee
Valid until midnight tonight (28 January) only. http://www.magazinesdirect.com/daily-deal/?utm_medium=Text+link&utm_source=BRAND+WEBSITE&utm_campaign=XLE+XLE+daily+deal+jan+2014+blog+website £22.99 for 12 issues plus a £5 Marks and Spencer voucher for UK subscribers when you set up a direct debit.
Sainsbury's TU 25%?
Does anyone know if Sainsburys will be having a 25% clothing event soon. I always do a shop just before, so thought I would check first ;-)
Getting the best from a £250 a month Petrol Bill
Move me if I'm in the wrong spot. Wasn't sure where to post. The OH and I have just moved in. His petrol bill to get to work and back until he finds a new job is £250 a month (was £200 normally as he was in the country but car pooled with his dad a bit, but not now). So, we have a Shell card that gets us points which we…
Loyalty Cards - What's The Point?
Can anyone please explain the advantages of 'loyalty cards' which are heavily promoted across stores and the media and money saving programmes like Martin's and similar? My wife and I have used Tesco's Clubcard for years, but really it doesn't give you many rewards. Sure we get sent lots of coupons but most aren't usable…
Wilkinsons Bag for Life replacements
Hi, Not sure which board to use but: In 1998 I bought some Wilkinson's 'Bag for life' shopping bags. OK - so they haven't quite seen me out but they are now past their useful life. At the time I bought them, there was a sign saying Wilkos would replace them for free when they were worn out and to be fair after 15 years of…
US to UK Shipping
Sorry if this is the incorrect sub forum but I couldn't find anything appropriate. I am looking to have an item shipped from the US to the UK. I have noticed I can either pay a courier to ship it, or I can set up a mail forwarding service, where I get a US address, and items sent to that address get forwarded to me in the…
costco - why do they show the price with & without vat?
I don't really understand why they show the two prices when you pay the vat anyway can anyone shed any light?
List of discounts for Government workers?
Hi, Apologies if this is posted in the wrong place but I couldn't see where else to post. I wondered if anyone has compiled a list of places which offer discount to Government workers? I work for a local authority and a few times I've found out about businesses who offer us discount, but it's always just been by luck that…
12 issues of Heat mag for £13, plus £6.30 cash back
There's an offer on Bespoke offers at the moment for 12 issues of Heat magazine for £13 from greatmagazines.co.uk, also Topcashback are offering £6.30p back on orders over £8. If you go through the attached link and add the magazine bundle to your basket, and then go through Topcashback, the offer will still be in your…
Avoid Amazon delivery charge
Unsure about this thread, but here goes anyway. I understand that any purchase from Amazon under £10, incurs a charge. To avoid that charge when the purchase is under £10, go to http://www.fillerchecker.co.uk/ enter the amount of money you need to take your purchase over £10 and it produces items to that value, you then…
Looking for a money saving website... Help!
Hi guys! I am hoping someone might be able to help me... Is there a website that tells you when specific brands are on special offer? Eg. If I am looking for Heinz tomato sauce coming on special offer, that it will tell you if any supermarket currently has it on special offer. If not, is there a grocery price comparison…
Benefit they're real mascara 1000 points when you buy 2 online at Boots
https://forums.moneysavingexpert.com/discussion/comment/64461794#Comment_64461794 post #1451 also a free mini mascara too

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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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