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Archives for December 2018

Paying for something from American via Paypal, will it cost me?
Hi all, Will I be charged by Paypal for paying for something from an American website?
Kids shoes but adults size?
https://www.jdsports.co.uk/product/nike-nike-air-max-90-leather-younger-kids-shoe/018615/ "younger kids shoe". Essentially the same shoe as the adults except it's leather and not mesh foot and it's £50 not £100. Looking at the sizes: 1, 2, 2.5 all sound like kids sizes to me which is fair enough. But 10, 11, 12 & 13 read…
Using love2shop to buy branded gift cards
Hello everyone. Its the vouchers everyone loves2hate, its love2shop ! So I have some of the paper vouchers lying around. For me, the only place I could really use these is Argos in-store. Argos can have good offers, but is otherwise expensive. Basically, I want to try and use these to purchase branded gift cards at…
Can I return opened amazon echo spot?
Not sure if this is the right section for this question but anyways... I received an amazon echo spot as a present and am looking to return it to amazon for a refund (not faulty, just not needed). We still have the receipt but I’ve opened it and tried it out for 10 minutes. Will they still accept this back? Thanks all
Harvey’s furniture
Hi All, Am looking to get a new sofa(2 x 3 seaters, leather recliners) and the better half has found one she likes in Harvey’s. My problem is I hate the way all these shops always have a double discount mega never to be beaten sale! Harvey’s have 20% off and the salesman offered another 5%, so looking at £975 each but I…
Sales! Online start times
Hi all I’m confused. Some seem to have started. John Lewis used to be xmas day but it’s started (and looks rubbish) Marks and Spencer Zara Oasis Warehouse Does anyone know? Thanks and happy Christmas x
Harvey's Furniture Sale?
Hi, I am looking to purchase some furniture from Harvey's. Does anyone know if there sale has started? https://www.harveysfurniture.co.uk Should I wait till boxing day or is this the best it's going to get? Thanks
Credit gift card showing zero balance
I was issued with a refund gift card on friday from a big supermarket chain. Spent some of it there and then. Just went to use it today in another branch and showing a zero balance. They said I have to go back to the store that issued it and take it up with them. Anyone else had this happen to them?
Buying in Canada
I've just bought some flowers for my friend for Christmas from Bloomex. A Canadian website. I converted it from GBP to CD. While processing at the checkout it comes up with a message stating that it will not be paid for in CD it will be paid for in USD. So I was thinking it would be $30 and it goes up to $45! But I'm not…
Debenhams to start Sale 3 days early , now 23rd December
https://mol.im/a/6518023 Debenhams gift cards probably not the best idea as gifts Obviously purchases online will not be delivered for Xmas. Maybe use a credit card for large purchases in case a section 75 is needed. Free click and collect in-store for purchases over £20
Amazon Prime not so free delivery
Hi All, Bit of a question, and bit of an observation. Today I purchased an item from Amazon, for which I have a prime membership, and the item was offered with prime next day delivery. After purchasing it I realized that I never checked other sellers to see if I could get it for cheaper. When I then checked it and saw that…
Bonusprint
I am surprised this was not mention on the news section. Took up the offer from this website ( although saying it was the cheapest offer was wrong groupon had a far better offer). Ordered th ebook on the 13th december when it said it would be delivered by Christmas. Today got an email saying it will not be delivered until…
advice needed
hi, any helpful advice appreciated last weekend I bought for £60 a 6 pack of dog flea treatment and duly used the 1st of 6 on my dog when I returned home, within the store it was locked up in a glass cabinet and I had to leave my name/address etc the problem is as follows this flea treatment is meant to be used every 6…
Littlewoods £50 back when you BNPL problems
Hi I had a letter from littlewoods a few months ago saying if I spend atleast £100 I would be credited £50 to my account by the 20th of December. My balance was clear before this so I made an order of £130, and logged into my littlewoods today and they have indeed credited the £50 to me but they've only credited it to the…
Argos refused refund despite having receipt and item.
Ok, so i bought a present for my Nephew from Argos last week, got it home all looks good. set it in the pile of prezzies but as it's from santa ;) i removed the blatant Argos catalogue number. Now when i have gone to return it. despite having the receipt for the item (and the credit card which purchased it) and the item in…
Should Shops Be Shut Boxing Day?
My local Home Bargains shop is closed Boxing Day, they say so the staff can have a break and be with their families. I love this idea, I don't see why people need to go shopping (that isn't for food) on Boxing day, the staff need a break too!! I remember my mum telling me about a customer who came into her shop and asked…
Sainsbury and the new Nectar trial - horror
My local is just one of 3 stores nationwide using the new scheme which changes the way Nectar is used, so bewildering. You have to download app , pick five star buys which you get points for ie say 20 point for carton double cream, 1 point for each litre petrol, the five choices stay for several month and each Friday you…
Network Rail to scrap all loo charges from 1st April
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-46589824 Network Rail will scrap toilet charges at all of its stations from 1 April, the BBC has found. It comes as Network Rail revealed the amount it received from charging people to use its station toilets fell by 33% in the past year. Latest stats show nine Network Rail-run…
Best Place To Order Flowers Online?
I'm looking to order festive flower online. Where do you suggest and why? Thanks.
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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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