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Long threads
Afternoon everyone! Just so you're aware, as there have been some queries raised, the last six months to a year we've been trying to make sure threads don't go past 10,000 posts because this can potentially cause problems on our servers and slow down thread loading for forum users. We have an automatic system set up that…
Forum periodically logs me out!
I have to keep re-logging in. It wouldn't be such a problem except when it happens as I'm typing a post. I hit 'submit' and then find I have to re-log in, and then no matter what I try my post is lost and I just get a blank page, however many times I 'refresh'. Infuriating when you have spent time carefully scripting a…
eBay style feedback/ratings for the companies mentioned
Sorry if it's been suggested before, but if there's one obvious issue with the site it's that it's all focused on the "cheapest" (or "best profit" when it comes to banking/saving). This is not the same thing as value, but more importantly, it's not always the cheapest in the long run. Only too often, cheapest means the…
Contact/Ignore Lists
I am curious to know if you would be able to see if someone has put you on their contact or ignore list? My other query is, I see many smilies I don't appear to have on my smilie list, even if I select the 'more' option when replying to a thread. For example, I don't have the 'doh', 'dancing' or 'wave' smilie available to…
MSE Staff mods etc
Is there a list somewhere? If not can we have one to enable members to contact the appropriate staff directly with questions queries etc?
Article suggestion: house buyer companies
Would Martin be willing to do an article on these companies that offer to buy your house from you, such as National Homebuyers (this is just an example in case anyone else is wondering what type of company I am referring to)? I'm sure that some people (myself included) have been thinking about selling their house to one of…
MSE on Twitter
Hi guys. Does anyone know if MSE uses Twitter? Thanks.
article suggest?
don't know if this is possible but i'd like to suggest an article on the new car - old car exchange scheme. I think it would be useful to know how to make the most of this offer. Some reports say it's still cheaper to buy a 6 month old car i ask because my old corsa could do with being scrapped.
Where do I post this question? Fraud.
I have put my car for sale on line with Trade it. Had an email from someone via the site telling me they want to buy it and will pay by transferring the money in to my site and I have to give them my tel no and bank account details! Not that stupid! Have emailed trade it but want advice as to who else I report it to? Where…
Redesign feedback
We have changed the design of the cards and loans section page http://www.moneysavingexpert.com/cards/ As a trial for doing all section pages like that. To look at the old style that this will be replacing go to http://www.moneysavingexpert.com/banking/ (though its worth remembering cards and loans has many more guides…
New posts
Is there any chance of having two lists of New Posts - one for pure money and one for everything? For some time the money posts have been swamped by the rest..
New biee
I m nt sure where shd i put my introduction in this forum Anyway this is my first post and hi to everyone
Please can Martin review the Chemist Direct threads before continuing to endorse them
Please can Martin review the Chemist Direct threads and posts before continuing to endorse them. I only used them because of this site, I gave them a second chance because if Martin endorses them I figure they must be ok, I put it down to a blip. After I sort out the latest messup today I will never use them again! A…
Does MSE/Martin Lewis own RPoints?
I've been an RPoints member for a number of years and regularly take a look at the site. While in China on business I tried to visit RPoints but everytime I kept getting re-directed to MSE instead. Also tried it on a few other machines and got the same result - redirecting to MSE every time. Are MSE and RPoints linked as I…
Forum closure: Today 4:30pm
Hi all, Please be aware that the forums will be closed today starting 4:30pm for a minor upgrade. Assuming everything goes to plan we don't anticipate this closure lasting more than 30 minutes. Thanks for your attention! Regards,, MSE Ian
Is there a problem with the MSE servers??
Me and a few others I've been talking to are experiencing problems when refreshing the page. I get mostly Cannot connect to forum.moneysavingexpert.... servers it started last night for me and has become more and more frequent throughout today :confused: in case it matters I spend most of my time on the pregnancy club and…
Deals "that last" very out of date
I've just noticed the "Deals" link at the top of the page. I clicked through to the sub £400 laptops. http://www.moneysavingexpert.com/deals/cheap-laptop-deals Last updated Jan 1st 2009 so it's not surprising that the listed deals are no longer available. Needs to be updated or removed.
Freelance Job Opportunity: vBulletin Designer
Hi Folks We are looking for a freelance VBulletin developer to help us create a new look for the MoneySavingExpert.com forum. The candidate will need to have strong design skills, coupled with a thorough knowledge and experience of the vBulletin admin and templating back end to produce a complete skin. We may also require…
Home Insurance Forum
Hi Team This link does not work within MSE Wendy's first post, on the home insurance forum
colour and font size not working :(
As above, its not letting me change font size or colour and this morning when I logged in I was banned, indefinitely.Seems to have resolved the ban but text is still bad Mumof4

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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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