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Archives for October 2017

UKNASHOP.com
Hi, we are looking for some Nike trainers for my son and this shop has come up on a Google search. The trainers in question are way cheaper than elsewhere (almost half) so I'm worried it's a bit too good to be true - has anyone heard of or used them?
Tesco clubcard points
I was just wondering how long it takes for Tesco to process your clubcard points so I can spend them via the app. I seem to have been waiting just over a week. Does anybody know?
Wuntu: Have you used it?
Morning Forumites, Happy Friday and all that. MSE Kelvin here. I'm doing some research on Wuntu, the rewards app for people on the Three mobile network. Have you used Wuntu? If so, what freebies and offers have you taken advantage of? How much money have you been able to save? And what do you think of it compared to any…
Is there any logic in refusing to allow 4.99 to pay on a card when they have a 5 min?
A shop today won't put the transaction through unless I bought something else and couldnt just add 1p to my total. I presume they do this because of transaction fees? Does 4.99 Vs 5.00 really make much difference?
Next Black Friday Event
At the moment I am unsure as to what format this will take but I do know a Black Friday sale will be happening this year. Lx
Groupon Online Courses
Hi I’m just wondering if anybody has ever bought and completed a course off Groupon? If so what have you get from it? New career etc... I work full time but I work shifts and have 6 days off and want to learn something new on my days off but can’t afford to pay collage courses. With the Groupon courses being so cheap I’m…
ALDI ski gear - 27th November
Usually great price of ski wear each year (this year suggested £59.94 for full adult outfit and £35.94 for kids) Goes live Sunday 27th November - aldi.co.uk/specialbuys/about-our-specialbuys/skiing (new user - can't post link) - couldn't see a similar thread for 2017 with the info, so apologies if duped! :)
Best price comparison website to track prices
Anyone got any good sites to track prices ? Pricerunner etc are pretty rubbish tbh ...... many thanks
MSE News: Sainsbury's to run Nectar 'double-up' promo next month
If you've a stash of Nectar points, you may want to hold off spending them until next month – Sainsbury's has announced it will run its next 'double-up' event in mid-November...Read the full story: 'Sainsbury's to run Nectar 'double-up' promo next month' Click reply below to discuss. If you haven’t already, join the forum…
Bargain GHD for daughter
A first post, but our daughter wanted Ghd gold v mini hair straighteners. The cheapest we could find was around £99. However FABLED ( Marie Claire on line shop run by Ocado) has them for £109 with a current £20 off plus newbies can get 15% off. This meant we got them with free delivery for £75.65. About £25 cheaper than…
Missed Amazon delivery, will they redeliver? (Important package! HELP
The deliverer is Amazon EU S.a.r.L., cannot find their contact details? If they delivered and nobody was hope to collect the item, what will happen now? Can't find any contact details, will they re-deliver? the tracking ref (on the amazon order) which Royal mail cannot be found/is not recognising a)What is that companies…
Shop undercharged and I pointed it out
Hi I have recently purchased an item of jewellery and the sales assistant charged me in excess of £1000 less than I expected to pay. I pointed this out to them at the time prior to completing the transaction that I was expecting to pay more, however they reassured me that it was correct. I am still not sure if this is…
Free £6 Amazon gift card with selected accounts
Apologies if already posted. If you haven't bought gift cards for 2 years Amazon are offering £6 bonus for your account when you buy gift cards for £30 in one transaction. A button on your account will appear if you are eligible for the offer.
Cornerstone shaving set £14 delivered (normally £30)
If you go online to shaving subscription site Cornerstone via this MSE blagged link, you can get its full box of shaving supplies, including a personalised chrome-plated razor handle, for £14 delivered – shaving £16 off the normal £30 cost of the set. This offer, which is only available if you haven't signed up to…
New Era site? http://www.kardelenboncuk.com/
Has any one shopped with http://www.kardelenboncuk.com/ I normally stick to large retailers, but trying to track down a cap that i can only find on this site. But i am clueless on about if this site is real. Can any one help me please? :o
Debenhams - Luton
I've been advised that the basement floor in the Luton Debenhams store is becoming an outlet (clearance) department as two 'local' stores - London Oxford Street and Milton Keynes - are becoming rebranded as the flagship stores and will no longer be stocking sale items except for Mega days. I went in on Saturday and…
Amazon Prime Now minimum spend doubled?
Has anyone else around the country had the Amazon Prime Now minimum spend to qualify for free 2 hour delivery doubled from £20 to £40 with no warning? :mad: Amazon don't seem to want to answer why this has happened. I'm in the Portsmouth area.

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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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