We'd like to remind Forumites to please avoid political debate on the Forum... Read More » This is to keep it a safe and useful space for MoneySaving discussions. Threads that are - or become - political in nature may be removed in line with the Forum’s rules. Thank you for your understanding.

We're aware that some users are experiencing technical issues which the team are working to resolve. Thank you for your patience.

📨 Have you signed up to the Forum's new Email Digest yet? Get a selection of trending threads sent straight to your inbox daily, weekly or monthly!

Shop but don't drop

Archives for January 2018

Complete Savings Query
Hi guys Do any of you use completesavings.com. Normally, I find the cashback is tracked, confirmed and paid all fine. But a month in, I'm noticing some entries that have already been paid, have now been "taken" out of the next scheduled entry. For example, I purchased something on ebay on 22nd December and received £1.07…
Aldi Valentines Roses prices starting at £2.50
https://www.aldipresscentre.co.uk/press-releases/view/435 Red Roses Make theirs a Valentine’s to remember by treating them to a bouquet they’ll never forget with Aldi’s Valentine’s Rhodos Bouquet, £30.00. This premium bouquet has everything but the premium price tag. Filled with a mix of 24 rhodos and burgundy roses and…
3 Polo Shirts for £20, 3 T Shirts for £12 at Zavvi
Polo Shirts https://www.zavvi.com/clothing/offers/polos-multi-buy.list? T Shirts https://www.zavvi.com/clothing/offers/t-shirt-offer.list Dont forget TCB aswell
Time of placed order with Disneystore?
Hi, does anyone know if the email order confirmation from Disneystore is roughly the time the order was placed? I need to confirm my order details with Boom25 as it didn't track. Neither my Disney account or credit card show an actual time.
Magazine subscripsions build a bus etc why are they so ecpensive
Just seen an advert on TV You know these magazines you get where you build a car it's a part work you buy it weekly and get the parts the latest one is build a routemaster bus the first issue is £1.99 next one £4.99 then all others are £8.99 and there are 130 magazines in the collection thats £1.137.00 in total 1 thousand…
How to get receipt from self-service checkouts when paying contactless?
How can I get a receipt from self-service checkouts when paying by contactless card? It is a problem not to have a receipt if (1) I want to return an item or (2) the retailer overcharges or doesn't apply a special offer, because I will never know that it's happened except by reading the till as it scans, which isn't always…
returning an item to the USA
Hi, sorry I wasn't sure where to post this. I've tried looking online, and on the Royal Mail website but can't find out the info. I need. My boyfriend bought me a watch through Amazon, shipped in from America. The watch needs returning as it doesn't keep time. Amazon have given me a returns label but I have to pay to…
Cashback and Loyalty Points
Hi Does anyone know if it's possible to both collect loyalty points and cashback in the same transaction? Whenever I've tired in the past I've unrecorded visits/untracked purchases so I've just been getting cashback. Can anyone help? Thanks in advance.
Why do they ask for signature on One4all gift cards
I am lucky enough to have been given a One4all gift card for Christmas. It works at big retailers like John Lewis, M&S, Boots, WHSmith, House of Fraser, Debenhams, Carphone Warehouse However: * M&S on self-service tills, requires Signature verification * WHSmith on self-service tills, requires Signature verification *…
Spending Boots advantage card points
When did this change ?? My daughter was trying to buy a car seat and wanted to use her boots points towards her purchase. Apparently you need the full amount of points to purchase an item now. In the past you could have paid part and used the points to get a reduction. So disappointed. Can you use 2 different cards for one…
M&S sale - when does it go to 70%?
Does anyone know if it's happened in-store yet? TIA
Cheapest boots item
I have signed up for a boots loyalty card. I wanted it for the free baby bits as I'm expecting my 4th child. Today it's arrived with a voucher for 100 bonus points with any purchase. What is the cheapest item i could buy in-store to maximize my point profit. X
Advice on avoiding delivery problems
Over the Christmas period this year 4 parcels delivered to my home have gone missing (sent via two different delivery companies). Its frustrating to lose goods and its really time consuming to then try to resolve these problems. I don't plan on getting parcels delivered to my home now and will look at other options. Does…
MSE News: Starbucks to trial paper cup charge in central London stores
Starbucks will trial a 5p charge on the use of paper cups in some London stores from next month - to encourage customers to use reusable drink containers...Read the full story: 'Starbucks to trial paper cup charge in central London stores' Click reply below to discuss. If you haven’t already, join the forum to reply.
Gregg's 20p off a drink with ANY reusable cup
Hi, I've pasted the following from an email I received from Gregg's customer services. "You should be getting the 20p discount if you're using a re-usable cup of any kind. As long your drink isn't part of a meal deal as this is already discounted." I was using a Costa cup and some shops were giving me the discount, while…
Halfords eGift Cards from Zeek?
Does anybody have any experience with them. At Zeek it says: It doesn't surprise me that "the brand info below" doesn't say anything "on how to redeem", but at least it's obvious that it's some code, not a plastic card. Halfords' website says: This implies that the only way of using their gift cards/vouchers is in-store. I…
Wombling 2018!
Hi all, As some of you may be aware, there used to be some yearly wombling threads on here however, these seem to have been discontinued so why don't we start again? All you have to do is a post about any successful wombles which could be... - Found ASDA receipts for the Asda Price Guarantee - Found…
Currys sales end date?
Does anyone know when approx. the Currys boxing day/January sale will end? Looking to buy a washing machine.
Poundland 25p Sale
Last year I got some amazing things from the Poundland Christmas stuff for 25p at the beginning of Jan. I don't know if I may have missed it as all the Christmas stuff has been removed but keep your eyes open in case they do the same again this year. (Unless someone knows if it's over already?). Thanks

★ ★ ★ Meet your Ambassadors

Confirm your email address to Create Threads and Reply

MSE News

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.

View All

Shop but don't drop

Confirm your email address to Create Threads and Reply

🚀 Getting Started

Is this how you want to be seen?

Get our FREE Weekly email full of deals & guides - and it’s spam-free

Shop but don't drop

Discussion List

Confirm your email address to Create Threads and Reply

🚀 Getting Started

Is this how you want to be seen?

Get our FREE Weekly email full of deals & guides - and it’s spam-free