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Archives for July 2017

New Scientist. 12 Issues for £12
New scientist is offering 12 issues for just £12 for a limited time only. Just go to their website and wait for a little blue banner to popup at the bottom of the screen.
M&S: lost receipt. Will a credit card statement be acceptable as POF?
Hello everyone :) I'm unable to find a definitive answer on the above question and hope someone can help me. Unfortunately I've misplaced my receipt, for 2 pairs of shoes, which cost £70. :( I've searched high and low, without success. :o Would my credit card statement with the item and price listed, be acceptable, do you…
The Book Depository
1 ordered 2 books from the Book Depository. 1 has arrived but the other hasn't. They stopped responding to my emails a week ago and I can't find a working telephone number for them. Does anyone know of a working telephone number for The Book Depository?
Asda £500 gift card offer
My browser just defaulted to Asda that said I had been chosen for a free £500 gift card if I filled in a very short survey. It was very professional and even sited my local Asda store so I filled it in with name, address, email and mobile number. After entering my phone number the screen just stayed green and didn't move…
Amazon prime question
I've spotted an item I want which is quite a lot cheaper on amazon than elsewhere but it has a despatch time of minimum a month and only appears possible to order if you have amazon prime. I'm on a free prime trial which will have finished by then and I'm not planning to extend and start paying. If I order now while I've…
Amazon
Hiya. I've received an item through eBay. And I have been sent the wrong size. It was an add on item and I have a biit of a faff finding £20 worth of items that I wanted. I've asked for the correct size to be sent (it's a rotary cutter - and I've already ordered the replacement blades hence being picky) I've emailed the…
MSE News: B&Q offers refunds after paint found to 'smell of cat wee'
Homeowners who bought paint from B&Q earlier this year may be able to claim a refund after a flood of complaints that it made their homes smell of cat urine...Read the full story: 'B&Q offers refunds after paint found to 'smell of cat wee'' Click reply below to discuss. If you haven’t already, join the forum to reply. If…
Candle & Scent - is it a legit company?
Hi, I don't quite know where to post this so please feel free to move if in wrong place admin. My daughter ordered a candle for her wedding day from Candle & Scent Ltd over a week ago & according to the delivery terms she should have received it by now. She didn't receive e-mail confirmation when she placed the order and…
MSE News: New £10 note unveiled this week – here's a sneak peek
The new plastic £10 note will be unveiled tomorrow – but you'll have to wait until September to get your hands on one...Read the full story: 'New £10 note unveiled this week – here's a sneak peek' Click reply below to discuss. If you haven’t already, join the forum to reply.
Vipon
Does anyone on here use it?
HP Printer Cashback problem, help please
I bought an HP Printer through Amazon. It offers £30 Cashback if you register it, send in a copy of invoice etc. But HP is declining to accept my application on the grounds they say you must submit a formal invoice and I bought my printer from Amazon. I have sent a PDF of the Amazon order confirmation but HP say it's not a…
Not convinced an item will be delivered
I ordered an item from Pramcentre for £90 - it was due to be delivered by today in line with their 10 day delivery timescale - it also says once dispatched you get an email which never came. I rang today and it took two calls of over an hour to get through - eventually I spoke to someone who said it would be sent today and…
MSE News: Card and contactless payments overtake cash for first time
Card payments have overtaken cash for the first time ever, according to the latest figures from the British Retail Consortium...Read the full story: 'Card and contactless payments overtake cash for first time' Click reply below to discuss. If you haven’t already, join the forum to reply. If you aren’t sure how it all…
Sainsbury's Reward Card Double-Up?
Think there is usually one this time of year as in recent years I've taken advantage of the LEGOLAND vouchers and Vue cinema ticket offer. Does anyone know if this is to be repeated please? TIA
Refurbished Dyson hoover with 2 year guarantee
Just saw this on Hotukdeals and snapped it up. Also got the rechargeable one that was on sale a few weeks ago http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/111850662702?clk_rvr_id=1253869847610&rmvSB=true&clk_rvr_id=1253864459591&rmvSB=true It's through the official Dyson outlet, so hoping it's reliable. Free 30 returns and free delivery.…
Buy Your Things Online website (BYTO) is it a scam ?
I have been searching for a cheap price on Onkyo SKSHT588 speaker set and came across a site called Buy Your Things Online (b-yto.com). It looks pretty legit and the About us page looks genuine although the Reevoo rating looks a bit dodgy. It looks like you shop on their website and get a good deal on all sorts of items…
Nectar Summer boost
Hope this is posted in the right place ... The next Nectar boost runs from 19 July to 8 August. It looks the same as last years version - exchange 1000 Nectar points (usually worth £5) for vouchers to get you either 2 pizzas from Pizza Express or 2 Vue cinema tickets. Details at https://www.nectar.com/summerrewards…
Groupon - possible Kitchenaid bargain - is this legit?
Hi all I'm new to the forum but have been a long time MoneySavingExpert-Lurker. I came across the following deal on Groupon today: (as a new poster I'm not allowed to post links, so would advise searching Groupon for: Deals - Small Appliances - 1000w-food-mixer I can sincerely say I'm not spamming - just curious to find…
Mamas and Papas Sale reductions
Can anyone tell me please if Mamas and Papas reduce their sale prices further? Got my eye on a couple of things but am tempted to wait a bit longer to see if they go down some more. I know there's the chance they will sell out though.

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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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