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Archives for July 2016

Halfcost free p&p on all orders over £5
Halfcost have free p&p on all orders over £5 ends 7th august Lots of clothes in the clothing section with some good savings though sizes are limited. http://www.halfcost.co.uk
Hippo Electronics - Amazing PS4 deals etc... but are they dodgy?
http://www.moneysavingexpert.com/deals/playstation-consoles-games-deals Hi all, I've just come across a company called Hippo Electronics (hippoelectronics.co.uk) and noticed that they have some incredible deals available on Sony PS4, Xbox etc (eg: 1TB Sony PS4 with Fifa 16, 2 other games plus a second controller for £259).…
Free 2,040 points @ Swagbucks (expired - but have you received your reward?)
Hi, I signed up through MSE's promotion earlier this month. Has anyone received their bonus 2,040 points yet? I made a purchase through swagbucks on M&S for £45 on 10/07/16 my SB points (113) are still pending and will be paid in 13 days apparently but there has been no mention of the bonus 2,040 points!
GreenPan & Vita Verde frypans
I've just bought a Vita Verde small frying pan from Tescos for £10. I am very impressed by it. It may say something about the type of frypans I've used before, but I've been able to cook in the new frypan without any oil at all, and nothing (yet) has stuck to it. If this is what the cheaper range is like, what is the main…
Parcel tracking and late deliveries... don't call the premium rate number...
The rise of online shopping has led to the widespread phenomenon of having to wait in for parcels to be delivered, and often finding a "we missed you" card in the letter box, sometimes even when you stayed in! The card left by the courier firm usually mentions a premium rate (084, 087 or 09)* number to call to re-arrange…
Hermes - 2 missing parcels in one day?
Supposedly had two parcels delivered yesterday - one at 11.16 and the other at 14.56. One was an item ordered through ebayer retailer and the other from another website. Both are showing up as 'delivered' - but two of us were in all day and nothing came. No immediate neighbours where things could have been left and we have…
moral/legal dilemma
to cut a long story short - I bought some clothing on-line from a small company. They messed up the order, sent the wrong item - and it then took me ages to contact them - they didn`t answer phone or reply to emails. Eventually they agreed to send a replacement - which came, and I sent the wrong item back to them. I have…
Amazon Returns - Using Return To Sender?
Hi - hope I posted this in the right area, there are lots to pick from. I ordered a DVD from Amazon as a present (£10), but it turns out someone else had the same idea as they've got the same thing. I ordered mine online so I offered to return it as I know you can using online selling laws, but the only options are either…
Has Anyone Ever Used 'Charity Gift Vouchers' ?
Is it legit / safe to use? http://www.vouchers4charity.org.uk/ Quote: Welcome to our Gift Card and Voucher Service You will find all your favourite retailers and supermarket gift cards and vouchers, with speedy delivery and ease of payment. Just choose your retailer or use the search facility at the top of the page, you…
Mens Leather soled boots
Good afternoon all, I am looking for leather soled boots size 13. Does anyone know where I can get some that are not going to cost me £100 or am i asking for a miracle? Thank you Susanna
Ultrasun buy two items, get a free gift @ M&S
I've been using Ultrasun regularly for a couple of years and highly recommend it (although it's not cheap) - once a day application, non greasy, non staining and can be used under make-up. M&S do a fairly large range, and have an offer on at the mo, buy any 2 Ultrasun products, get a Sun Essentials set free. This set…
Amazon Prime (No saturday delivery for existing customers)
I've just been onto Amazon to place an order and noticed my account was only allowing delivery for Monday on all Prime items. When I logged out however all the same Prime items now showed delivery by tomorrow (Saturday). I then added an item to my basket and logged in again and it went back to Monday. Having asked around…
Next sale?
Anyone know when it starts?
Radio Times 12 issues for £1 (several other good magazine offers too)
This week's Radio Times has a leaflet with it containing a good offer: http://www.buysubscriptions.com/summer Probably the best of the offers is the Radio Times 12 issues for £1, but there are stacks more 5 for £5 offers on the same link. Magazine sales must be going through a bad patch!
Air Jordon
Looking for Jordan Air Retro 8 'Aqua' online for size 11 but JD sports have only size 6, do any of you guys know where i can buy these shoes online that are real. http://www.jdsports.co.uk/product/black-jordan-air-retro-8-aqua/187862/ This airjordons.co.uk site seems to be selling shoes at a cheap price are they are legit…
Amazon Prime - No Rush Delivery Promotional Credit?
Can anyone with Amazon Prime tell me how much they get in promotional credits when selecting "no rush delivery"? Read more about this here I'd appreciate knowing what values you had per what value of order, if that makes sense? So if you spend £100, did you get 10p? £10? If there is enough to almost cover the cost per…
Superdrug not honouring offer (online purchase) Scam?
Hello, Sorry if this is in the wrong area. I made a purchase from Superdrug week before last, to take advantage of an offer of buy two products, get two free. I purchased on the day the offer was advertised (via their newsletter). When I collected the parcel, the freebies were not included. I contacted Customer Services,…
Barker and Stonehouse sale
Hi all, I just wondered if anyone knows how long the B&S summer sale is on for? Standard answer from the shop is always that the don't know but I'm looking to buy some furniture and ideally wanted to hang on until august/september time so I can put a larger deposit down. Does anyone know how often their have sales (Are…
House Of Fraser
Anyone know when the clearance starts at House of Fraser please?
Free 3 month audible trial and £10 amazon voucher credit for prime members
Free 3 month audible trial and £10 amazon voucher credit for prime members Can't post links so just google - Prime Exclusive: Audible 3-month Free Trial + £10 Amazon Credit You get the £10 credit email soon after joining and can use it straight away. Can cancel subscription straight away so easy free £10

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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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