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Money Moral Dilemma: Should I take back my purchase now the sales are on?
This week's MoneySaver who wants advice asks... I recently bought some shorts, but have just spotted the same ones in a new sale. Should I return them, get my money back and re-buy them at the lower price, even though I was happy to pay the higher price initially? Unfortunately the MSE team can't always answer money moral…
Buying from German website
Hi, I'm looking to buy a pair of speakers and the best price by far I can get is on a German website. They price and Euros and give an estimated figure in GBP. What would be the best way for me to order these ? Thanks, Stu
any idea where i can try on capps boots in london?
any idea where i can try on capps boots in london? i'm not sure what places sell them and let you try them on. I can't even find the capps website I had a really comfortable pair about 20 years ago but the rubber is disintegrating.
Return flat-pack furniture
The right to return low quality goods seems to be a bit unfair when it comes to flat pack furniture. I got a filing cabinet from Argos, and I checked all the parts before putting it together. However during assembly it soon became apparent how poor quality it is. As I screwed parts together through the guide holes, the…
had order delivered to store but now cannot get there
Hi. I had a Dorothy Perkins order delivered to store which is ready for collection to try and avoid a delivery charge. I have subsequently injured myself and am unable to get there (I would use the bus). I just wondered if anyone else has ever asked for a to-store delivery to then be sent on to their home at an additional…
Amazon - which prepaid card ?
I hope I'm posting this in the proper section, if not, please admin, feel free to move it. Recently a friend reported her Amazon account had been hacked, her email address and password changed and within minutes her Creditcard was charged for several £ 100s of purchases. I only have a Debitcard which is probably not…
Currys rapped for 'Save £200' laptop ad which did not represent a genuine saving
Currys PC World has been rebuked for a misleading advert which claimed customers could "save £200" despite being on offer at the lower price for many more days than its previous higher price....Read the full story: Currys rapped for 'Save £200' laptop ad which did not represent a genuine saving' Click reply below to…
Next VIP summer sale
Hi all, anyone know when the sale starts?
Currys Price Match
I am sure I know the answer to this before I even ask it, but just in case. Has anyone got any experience with Currys price match recently (last year or so)? I am after a fridge, it is £70 cheaper on AO.com for the same model, albeit with a marginally different model number. I am assuming they have different model numbers…
Boots Pharmacy
I don't know where else to put this. My girlfriend gets her perscription at boots pharmacy and pays for it. The perscription is 75mg of said drug perscribed by her neurologist. It's capsules but the hospital didn't have them at the time and it was eventually claimed they don't have capsules in that size so they had to do…
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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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