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Archives for November 2017

Amazon deals before or after Christmas?
Hi Guys, Does anyone know based on past years / experience, if Amazon will hold another 'black Friday' type price drop before Xmas or have similar discounts after Xmas? My tablet has died and i'd like to buy an Amazon Fire, however loathe to do so, if there will be another deal session in the near future? TIA
M&S 3 for 2 offers - returning one item?
Hi, I've been looking to get couple of things in the M&S Xmas 3 for 2 offer. One of the items I'm not sure will work on my mobile (VR glasses)... How would M&S refund it if I only return one item? Had a look on website and it says that "refunds will take the discount into account", but it doesn't say how it is applied.…
99p e liquid 10ml bottles + £2.50 shipping @ eliteliquid.co.uk
First deal on here hope its OK. Got a leaflet for these liquids, thought I would try before I posted a deal. I ordered 10 bottles, so mine came to £12.49, pretty cheap and they are quite good for the money
Flowers to America
Are there any good reviews from reasonable companies out there with any Christmas offers on please - there must be others apart from Interflora. Normally use Serenata for UK ones but dont think these deal internationally. Thanks in advance.
Superdrug Delivery Changes
Sorry if this has already been posted, but I didn't find anything when I did a search. Superdrug previously offered free home delivery on all orders for Health and Beauty Card members, but this has now been quietly changed to free delivery on orders over £10 for members and free on orders over £15 for non-members. The…
NIVEA Q10 plus C face range (3 varieties) buy 1 get £5.50 back with Checkoutsmart
NIVEA Q10 plus C face range (3 varieties) buy 1 get £5.50 (RSP £10.95*) FAGE Total Greek recipe yoghurt split pot 170g (6 varieties) FREE (RSP 80p-£1.15*)
Free gift set worth over £30 when you spend £15 or more
FREE GIFT SET WORTH OVER £30 when you spend £15 or more on Revlon Cosmetics @ Boots
Amazon Purchase
I purchased an item yesterday on Amazon and signed up for prime it said I would get it today 24th Nov by 8pm most of the day went and when I checked online it said the same but it hadn't been dispatched then at 3.30 it said dispatched delivery Monday I thought this was guaranteed next day What should I do?
H&M Black Friday offer really not as good as it seems!
I received an email from H&M recently alerting me to their Black Friday offer but also alerting me to Club members being able to access these offers a day early, ie yesterday. Had a few things to buy from them for one of my daughters but based on the 20% off everything offer I ordered more things that I could have easily…
Black Friday Deals alerts
Hi everyone! As usual each year our Deals Team is working hard to highlight the deals (and the duds) - and to remind you it's only a bargain if you were buying it anyway! Check out our dedicated alerts page to see the latest info: Black Friday and Cyber Monday Alert Service And tell us what you got!
Kitchen Aid Mixer £279 at John Lewis
I have wanted a Kitchen Aid mixer ever since I can remember and this is one of the best prices I have seen. It has the benefit of a 5 year guarantee and free delivery. HTH https://www.johnlewis.com/kitchenaid-150-artisan-4-8l-stand-mixer-red/p3350670
MSE News: A 32-year-old sandwich toaster and a 1960s kettle...
Phillips Wake up Light (Latest Model)
Just bought a Phillips 'Light Therapy' Wake up Alarm directly from the Phillips UK website for just £74.25 when the list a few days ago was £149.99. That's a 50% discount for a brand new light straight from Phillips. Here's how; 1) Sign up for their newsletter and get a voucher sent over with a 25% discount code. 2) Buy…
Missguided 50%
Hi guys, sorry if this is the wrong place. long time reader of site, But first time poster. Today I was absolutely overjoyed when a 50% missguided code landed in my email Box. Like most savvy shoppers, I tend to shop the sites until a good offer temps me into actually making a purchase. So could you imagine my delight as I…
Smart radiator valve £35 for two on kickstarter early bird discount
Got it today via e-mail https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/313176179/novo-the-smartest-radiator-valve
MSE News: Cash Converters website hit by breach
Pawnbroking company Cash Converters has warned customers about a data breach on its old website...Read the full story: 'Cash Converters website hit by breach' Click reply below to discuss. If you haven’t already, join the forum to reply.
cheap winter jacket for guys? help please
Hello everyone, can you recommend where to buy a dirt cheap winter jacket for guys that actually keeps you warm? Looking to speak max £30 I got a lighter one from Primark in September but the material is such that it actually made me sweat. Guess it's just a bad synthetic fabric. I wouldn't want to repeat the same…
Totalrewind
Has anyone brought anything from total rewind as I placed an order e weeks ago and keep emailing them when I might expect my order but they never reply
MSE News: Amazon delivery overhaul - is yours still free?
If you're buying on Amazon, watch out for unexpected delivery charges. A change to Prime Now means you now have to spend more to get free delivery, while some using its 1-Click service may pay up to £4.75 more because of a default setting... We first reported the 1-Click warning last week, and you can see the original…
MSE News: Old £10 notes to be withdrawn in March
The Bank of England is officially withdrawing old £10 notes on 1 March next year...Read the full story: 'Old £10 notes to be withdrawn in March' Click reply below to discuss. If you haven’t already, join the forum to reply.

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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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