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Archives for September 2020

Amazon Warehouse Deals
Seeing MSE latest money tips email I came across the section on Amazon Warehouse Deals and thought to give it a try. Went to Amazon and selected the amazon warehouse department and typed in a random item search in this case "pen". The items displayed were not in the warehouse deals but all brand new not returned. So not…
Amazon prime
For Amazon prime day on Oct 13th, do you have to search for the item ON THE DAY or can you fill your basket now and just buy it on the day? Will you still get any deals attached to those items? eg- if there is a prime item for £20 now & I put it in my basket but on Prime day it gets reduced to £10, will it reduce the price…
Asda Colleague Discount
Can anyone tell me when the next Asda Colleague discount day will be thanks
Boots Star Gifts
Anyone interested this year?
Max Spieleman £5.99 for 10 pictures
Max Spieleman have a portrait deal for £5.99 for 10 pictures. It seems too good to be true, as a photoshoot would usually be upwards of £100? Am I missing something - is there a hidden extra or something?
Moved: I'm being refused a refund for an online purchase
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Claire's 3 for £5 sale?
Is there anyone with insider knowledge of Claire's who can tell me when the 3 for £5 sale is going to hit? Ours is currently 75% off and I know it went to 3 for 5 around this week last year. I keep popping into town to check so would save me some trips 😂 sorry if I'm not allowed to ask or if this is in the wrong place!…
Amazon sellers paying for 5* reviews
I wanted a home blood pressure monitor so google, Amazon etc. Found one on the latter with lots of 5* reviews so ordered. Came today. Little tag inside "Dear customer we would really appreciate it if you could share your experience with us on Amazon" and I get a £10 (or $ or €) voucher if I leave a 5* review. Tempted by…
Does O2 priority still have free coffees?
Hello.Does O2 priority app still have the free coffees from Cafe Nero?Thanks
The Book People
I used this company for many years, always great service and amazing value. Christmas will be here before we know it! Does anyone know of anyone providing a comparable service, i have been looking , but as yet , not found any one. I have been using such as The Book Directory, which are good, but i particularly liked the…
Fruugo - scammed or not?
I purchased an item from Fruugo in June 2020, after chasing via their website several times I've still not received the goods and they are now not responding to my messages and emails. There is no telephone number to contact their customer services and I cannot request a refund. Anyone else experienced anything like this…
Check-Out Round Up
I am sure this is done with good intentions, but I am a bit concerned that certain venues (I have particularly noted the local pub and supermarket) have taken to offering a "round up" when paying by card. (For clarity, the pub and the supermarket are two separate venues, but both parts of large chains.) The way these…
Haribo shortage??
Noticed that for about the last 5 or 6 weeks the section where all the Haribo products usually are has been completely empty - there have been other brands of Haribo type products but no Haribo. Is this just my supermarket being terrible at re-stocking or is there some sort of national Haribo shortage?
Amazon UK Phone Number
Does anyone know the phone number for Amazon UK Customer Services, please.They make it difficult to find on their website and using a search engine gives results about scam numbers that are not to be trusted.I can't get access to my Amazon account because they have stopped sending "one-time-passwords", now they send…
Pret a Manger launches £20/month coffee subscription service - MSE News
Coffee and sandwich chain Pret A Manger is launching a new subscription service next week, offering up to five coffees or other drinks a day for a £20 monthly fee... Read the full story: 'Pret a Manger launches £20/month coffee subscription service' Click reply below to discuss. If you haven’t already, join the forum to…
Starbucks to shake up its reward system - MSE News
Starbucks is set to launch a new rewards system where customers are rewarded for how much they spend at the chain rather than how often they visit... Read the full story: 'Starbucks to shake up its reward system' Click reply below to discuss. If you haven’t already, join the forum to reply.
AX Paris wore once threads came out all over dress. Returned recorded delivery and they ignoring me
I purchased a dress wore once and threads came out all over dress. I emailed send photos and they said they would send me a voucher. I have sent dress back recorded delivery 17/08/2020. I have emailed several times and all my emails are ignored I tried calling but no one answers the phone. I am being ignored. I cannot get…

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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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