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Archives for July 2005

Could we have a pet and garden board?
Im never sure where to post questions about pets or garden inquires, sometimes it seems to be old style some times freebies or just in the arms but I was thinking that it could be better if there was one place for pet and garden. Just my brain working overtime I suppose (dont hurt me).
main site working again woo hoo
just noticed when i clicked a link it is working again:beer:
How to deregister from the site, if you wish to
I just thought that it may be an idea to make it more obvious to people how they can deregister if they choose to - as I for one have not found the way to do it if it is actually possible. (I know Martin won't really want people to, but please read on). Currently the site says there are 51,000 odd users. I am sure a decent…
Having Problems With Things On The Site
Hello. Is It just me or do some of the links down the left hand side not work? I keep getting page can not be displayed. When I try and go to the main site not the forum. I get redirected to a search like page. If It isn't only me who shall I contact to let them know about this if they don't already or will they read it…
martin awol
is it just me or is the spinning martin not working now i just get a red cross:money: :confused:
MoneySaving - the Game
Message from Martin: Hi, I do hope you like the MoneySavingExpert.com new game. The idea of this is for game players to discuss stratgey, tactics or anything else about the game. All you have to do is click reply to discuss it. To play the game: Simply go to www.moneysavingexpert.com/game To read the strategy guide: Simply…
Site Being Real Slow!
Has been hanging on and off for past 20 minutes - is Martin Money Mail going out?
Thanks being abused in The Arms
Can I be a bit of a grump and suggest that there are no "thanks" in The Arms as there seems to be a case of small groups conversing and thanking each other every time they post anything.
Forum changes
I would like to suggest a new forum in the bargain buys, sassy shopping and fantastic freebies section. Could we have a sub-board (or similar) somewhere giving an alphabetical list of commonly used retailers and on each retailer we could post our shop but don't drop, our quick grabbit while you can and discount vouchers…
Wildcard search with OR e,g (coupon*,voucher*) not working
Wildcard search with OR e,g (coupon*,voucher*) not working . Is there another way to seach ?
Article Formatting Feedback
Over the past few months we've been working on improving the format of articles. Adding colours, coding boxes etc. We're getting pretty close (although the colour coding still needs some work). What do you think of the latest version the mobile article (for formatting not content, ignore the large table of moible prices as…
Martin's Money Mutterings Discussion 27 July 2005
Click reply to discuss this week's mutterings that go up on site and in the email on Wednesday.
change user name?
I have emailed this to the board but had no reply. I am so enthused with this site that I have told all my friends & rellys about it. However, I have put some revealing monetry info in some of my queries, & now I have realised that I can be identified by my user name. As I dont want my friends to know all my business I…
Avatar How?
As my heading suggests, I am trying to find or create an avatar. I would like to know if it is easy, and if so how to do it. Any help would be appreciated. Cheers
V-Bulletin on Martin's website....
this is the section which makes Martin's site printable - how does this work exactly? is it free software? any tips appreciated.
User Cp
My user cp no longer seems to display all the threads I have posted on - any body else had the same problem?
How to work this chat forum questions
1. How is it that my new threads do not come up as bold text like everyone elses? 2. How do you link another thread in to the body of a current post. I can do HTTP's but not other links?
All the MSE team are ok
As you know MoneySaving towers is in Shepherds Bush - thought you would like to hear that we are all ok. In fact we only knew of the problem from the web martin
Martin's Mutterings 20 July
Here are this weeks mutterings Dial-up - http://mutterings.moneysavingexpert.com/mmm200705_lo.mp3 Broadband - http://mutterings.moneysavingexpert.com/mmm200705_hi.mp3 Dial-up streamed - http://mutterings.moneysavingexpert.com/mmm200705_lo.m3u Broadband streamed - http://mutterings.moneysavingexpert.com/mmm200705_hi.m3u…
Problems With This Weeks E-Mail Tip???
This weeks tip has gone to my junk mail folder, which it never normally does but i think the reason for this is it has come from this e-mail address: *** edited by webby ***[email="office@moneysavingexpert.com"][/email] which seems really weird :confused: thought i should let you know as this has ever happened before

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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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