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If you're trying to open any of the template letters on the site this is probably due to the letters being saved as RTF files. We save files in this format so that they can be opened in all different types of work processing software. If they don't open on your pc, here are a few things you can try:1. Save the template…
Most people on site record
Today at 4.55pm the record was broken! 12037 people on MSE :T
Spam solutions
Recently the spam has been getting out of hand and with such a large audience non-moderated forum it is only going to get worse. Even when reported the spammers know it will be seen for a long time before it goes and they can always put it back. I've been trying to think of solutions and here are a couple of ideas: 1) Site…
Moving from post to post
I know that if I scroll down to the bottom of each new post I can click next thread or previous thread but is there a way of doing this from the top of the post. I have changed my settings so that I have 40 posts per page and the scrolling down to the bottom to flick to the next post is annoying. So is having to click back…
Bold Title??
I've noticed that a lot of post titles are in bold font but I don't know how it's done, could anyone tell me how to get my post titles bold please? Thanks
Posting charity and petition requests
As a regular MSE user i appreciate that the objective here is to save money, so spam and other interuptions are not tolerated. However, can i ask the moderators is it possible to have a section where MSE users can have the opportunity to give their support to charity and petitions if they wish to. I posted a request last…
help needed plz
ok not a freebie to offer but need free help im trying to change my signature but keep getting error bb code to big i think. what am i doing wrong as its less writing than on here now. :confused:
enabling cookies on this site
Can someone please tell me where I can find the box to tick to stop this site keep disabling cookies when I log off. I have tried edit options where you would think it would be but no it is not there so where is it?
site displaying weirdly
Is anyone else having problems with how this site is diplaying at the moment? all the formating seems to have gone haywire. lots of white space, no dividers between posts etc. The main site seems to be fine, just the forums being funny? I've logged out, deleted cookies, logged in again but no change, been like this for…
Signature - not allowed to help people!?
My signature appears to have been changed by site admin as it broke the site rules. All it said was that if people needed any further help/advice based on my messages, then please PM me... I can't see why offering to help people further is against site rules?!! :confused: I'll happily change it, but it doesn't seem to be…
Warning - Virus on Freebies Page Quick Moan Thread
Hi, all just to let you know that three times I have tried to get onto the last post of 'free moan' thread and each time it has terminated with warnings coming up saying virus on Monaysavings Expert - other pages/threads seem ok. Just to let you know incase anyone's antivirus isn't up to date! By the way was Bat De vin…
What right do you have....
I subscribe to the forum, NOT the newsletter so what right do Martin lewis or his crew have in spamming the newsletter, If I really wanted it I would subscribe. Not on really!
reacurring problem
Today the site every so often won't load a page that I click on and comes up with the message: "Connection Interrupted The document contains no data. The network link was interrupted while negotiating a connection. Please try again." Nothing wrong with my internet connection.
Cluttered and unreadable
Everyday in our office we log onto our favourite sites. This is usually news, soaps, music, Youtube etc. But everyone logs on to this moneysavingexpert. However, you have just been overwhelmingly voted, the most cluttered, difficult to read, difficult to find anything, too many icons, colours, different fonts. Quite…
jessicamb!
Sorry, we don't know why you were PPR'd, but we've just reinstated you and are going to look into what happened. Make sure you're on your best behaviour from now on though (insert finger wagging smiley!) :p Andrea :)
Vouchers Drop Down Menu?
Hi This is my first post so hello! I have been flitting through the boards a bit for a few weeks. My problem is that I am sure I found before a board with a drop down menu at the top where you could select a company and it would show details of voucher codes for them, but I can't find it now :embarasse could someone help…
How do Board Guides and MSE staff get picked?
I know some staff like Andrea used to be just regular posters, and I was interested to know how BGs and staff get chosen?
Problems with site
Hi Is anyone else having problems clicking through on the site today? I am having problems getting the pages to load.
ghost sweetheart
:j Bonas saving!! after requesting free sample through Martin's tips. On offer at superdrug by 30ml edt with free body lotion gift set for same price as the edt. for uder £20,00. Bargin.:money: .
Remembrance Sunday 2 minute forum closure
A massive thank you to the MSE forum team for implementing this. I have never seen any other website offer this gesture and it was really touching. It meant a lot. :T

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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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