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Do Amazon bots react to you putting things in basket and then removing?
Hi, I am watching a particular item in Amazon, last remaining and it has fluctuated in price current being £180 to a high of a few weeks ago of £260. I have put it in basket a few times and then deleted, and price seems to be coming down this last few weeks. Just wondering if anyone knows, do the Amazon bots who set the…
Dr Marten Factory Shop
Am planning to visit the Dr Marten factory shop.Was wondering which is better the outlet shop in Wembley or going to the factory shop in Wollaston. Has anyone visited both of them and able to tell me which is better.
Duty Free Watches - Heathrow - is it a con?
Ive been looking at a very special one-off gift for my wife when we travel soon to outside the EU.. and have set my sights on a new Rolex from Watches of Switzerland Heathrow.. which i would understand to be tax free. (the shop still gets their full price-the 20% VAT-goes to the Gov) Now VAT is 20% so if I were to spend (…
John Lewis slashes 90-day returns policy
Shoppers at John Lewis now have just 35 days to return unwanted goods, after the high street giant cut its generous 90-day returns policy...Read the full story: 'John Lewis slashes 90-day returns policy ' Click reply below to discuss. If you haven’t already, join the forum to reply. If you aren’t sure how it all works,…
Melissa & Doug Wooden Corner Play Kitchen only £26.59 @ Tesco Direct
Melissa & Doug 13950 The Cook's Wooden Corner Play Kitchen for £26.59. Free C+C. Good price. http://www.tesco.com/direct/melissa-doug-13950-the-cooks-wooden-corner-play-kitchen/774-8025.prd ;)
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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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