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Archives for January 2006

Overseas Advice
I have recently emigrated to Australia and I'm already missing the tips and advice from this site. Naturally the advice focuses on the UK, with only overseas travel advice cropping up from time to time. Are there any similar sites Down Under that anyone knows of? I'd really like to discover money saving tips - Australia…
Thanks buttons
Where have the thanks buttons gone? Or am I being thick?
Legal issues/consumer rights forum
Can't see this suggested anywhere when I search for it... I've noticed that a lot of people are looking for legal advice when they need to return a product, get a refund, etc etc, and at the moment these tend to be spread around the Bargains, Vent and Rip-offs boards. There is even a sticky consumer rights thread…
post history
Recently noticed my post history has dropped to 500. Is this a new thing, I thought before I could access all my posts right back to post #1 ? Does this mean that all those really useful posts have all been deleted? I understand it is probably down to space saving. So what rules are you using for post deletions, there is…
Sub board for popular destinations on travel board?
I made this suggestion on the travel board, but only 35 views and one reply, so I'm going to try here again: There seem to be quite a few repeat askings for some popular destinations like Amsterdam, Prague, Paris, New York etc. I think there is (or was) a sticky for Dubai and there is one for Orlando. To avoid repeat…
Renting?
Hi, would it be possible to have a renting part of the site for those of us who rent flats / houses and so forth? There is so much to be discussed in this area and those who are more experienced in this department than others would be able to pass their tips on to others. Thanks.
suggestion, please can we have a wills forum?
hi, as posted on "anything else moneysaving" by hpiper, we really do need a wills forum. i know it is sensible to pay solicitor to do this, but i need info at the moment, hubby and i are splitting up, and don't want to rush into divorce, but how will that affect any will i make while i'm still legally married to him? i'm…
Martin's Money Mutterings 24 January 2006
If you want to discuss this week's mutterings, which'll be in the tip and on the main site on Tuesday, you can do it here by clicking the reply button below and typing in the box that appears :)
Martins Money Saving e-mails?
I'm I the only one who has not received Martins regular Money Saving Expert e-mails since Christmas? :confused:
Suggestion: Subscribe to be notified of article updates
Hope you don't mind me making a suggestion despite the fact that I have only made a handful of posts... Just a thought, but it would be great if users could subscribe to articles (maybe by having a seperate mailing list for each article), so that they can be emailed automatically whenever an article is updated. That way…
Not getting instant email notification.
As the title explains,i am not getting an email notification to any threads i have subscribed to,is there any thing i should check?
Legal music downloads
Could anyone tell me where to find discussion on free legal music downloads? Thank you!
Can you add froogle to the price comparison list?
This article here doesn't have froogle: http://www.moneysavingexpert.com/cgi-bin/viewnews.cgi?newsid1085270194,52624, I also think the article should be highlighted / made sticky at the top of I wanna buy it because it's all that other MSE-ers's do anyway. Likewise Travel needs a similar sticky explaining how to search for…
Boxes around posts
My boxes surrounding posts keep disappearing and so do a lot of my icons. Also some peeps avatars don't show up.:confused: Is it the site, or am I gonna end up on techie looking a complete idiot again? :eek: :rotfl:
sayin thanks
complete newbie here, could someone please tell me where the "thanks" button is when you want to thank someone for a helpful post but dont really need to add to the thread. thanks julie.
The Great 'Great Hunt' Hunt
Hi folks, as you know each week we do a Great Hunt. Well let me be honest we've run short of ideas, so I thought I would ask what great hunts you'd like and see if we can get some good ones. Let me explain what works well and what doesn't. Examples of good great hunts Disguised own brands Lidl and Aldi Things kids should…
Is It Possible........
To add 12dailypro to the spam filter please? At least if we have any members trying to link to this Ponzi scheme, the link wont work on this site. This scheme is one where members are given 'profit' from the investments of new members. It is unsustainable. It will end up at some point collapsing. We seem to be getting more…
is it possible to change my username??
hi, am regretting using my real name as the username. anyone know how and if i can change it?? :confused: thankyou!!
RSS Feed?
Would it be possible to have an RSS Feed set up on the MSE forum? I've started using this on some other forums that I post on and find it extremely helpful to have the lastest posts sent to my newsreader of choice!
upload spreadsheet
Hello, I have been asked by various people to provide the spreadsheet for the thread when a regular saver is worth it:. I noticed people can download a spreadsheet for matched betting. I wonder whether you might be interested in doing the same for the above thread. If so, I can send you the spreadsheet for upload. The…

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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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