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Blocked from posting!
Not guilty M'lud :eek: :eek: :eek: Your request has been blocked. If you feel you have been blocked in error, please contact Customer Support at…
Is there too much space between content in or around posts?
Hi all Thanks for your thoughts so far on the Marry, snog, throw off a cliff thread. Feel free to add to it if you haven't already :) Based on feedback so far we wanted to get your thoughts on post content starting with this polll. It's not big but it'll help us gauge opinion more closely. If you haven’t joined the forum…
MSE site loading problems
Since the move to the new servers a couple of weeks ago I seem to have problems accessing MSE at some times of the day, particularly first thing in the morning. The site will hang loading before anything visible appears on my screen. Later in the day it loads properly and everything works as it should - sometimes it has…
Some BG's Profile Page Missing About Me Tab
Hello There, I am using a Chrome browser & I clicked on a BG Dalkrist profile & I can no longer see that he is a BG, I just get two tabs Satatistics & User badges. So to me he is not showing as a BG. Other people have looked & can see his about me tab so can tell he is a BG Is there a reason why I can't see all the tabs?.…
Why can't I post thread or PM?
MSE is blocking me. I've tried to reply to a PM from another poster, but my message was blocked. I then tried to post a thread on here, and it blocked me from posting it. As far as I am aware, I am not breaking any forum rules - no criticism, swearing or offensive language, nastiness, name calling, eetc. So why can't I…
Your request has been blocked
Hi. For some reason I keep getting the error message "your request has been blocked" when I try to reply to my thread. I've sent an email to the support link it gives, but was just wondering if I could get a quicker reply as to why I may be getting the error and if there's any way to be able to post again? I've no idea why…
Have I been ppr'd?
I'm getting this message when I try to post But that posted OK. anyone know what's happening there?
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How do I cancel membership?
Having read a number of posts on this site, I do not want to be a member anymore or associated with this site. How do I take myself off this site please and stop receiving emails? I have searched for this but there doesnt appear to be an answer.
fake spam reporting - away from site or on site
it just i found something on facebook as a sponsored advert, using this site name! it just there is nothing that i find as email address or otherwise to report these things as it be helpful so then people can be warned about using that such company when they falsely using this sites name for their gain i expect! Thanks…
Grrr a bit of a moan about other mse forums
I have made threads on some of the other forums and I find that the people (not all, but some) are really rude :mad: They haven't made rude comments but I find some are rather sarcastic or they're really blunt. For example, I was having a bit of a moan about a situation I'm in with letting our apartment out.... (someone…
Is There Somewhere To Post When Peoples In boxes Are Full?
Was trying to PM someone but their in box is full so can't reply. Is there somewhere on the forum we can ask people to empty some out? Or is it a case of waiting until they realise? Thanks xxx
New category
Although I believe this site is very helpful as it is, I do think it would benefit with a new category added. I would like to see a 'Chargeback' category for discussions and advice. This scheme is not so well known, but provides you with a level of protection when using your debit card. I believe it would be useful for…

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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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