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Archives for September 2013

Can't Multi-Quote?
Is anyone else having problems with trying to multi-quote today? Everytime i try, the text box just comes up blank?
How come i now need to invest in a microscope to read the forums?
That isn't moneysaving! Starting yesterday i think it was, all the writing on the forums has gone super tiny. I haven't seen anyone else mention it which makes me think i'm on my own on this one, but i haven't changed any settings at all.
What's wrong with MSE today?
I've just tried, FIVE TIMES, to search, and five times I've received the Oops, Google Chrome couldn't connect .................." message.
Unable To Udpate Signature
For some odd reason I cannot update my signature.....any known issues? I use the Edit Signature page, make the changes I want and click submit. I get the address bar filled in as normal with php?do= at the end, but a blank screen. Clicking refresh, the usual browser message about re-submitting data comes up, but still the…
getting A Different Error Message Now
Hello Ian, Today I am not getting the black error screen I am getting this message instead when I try & click on anything on the forums: Bad Request Your browser sent a request that this server could not understand. Size of a request header field exceeds server limit. Cookie/n Apache Server at blog.moneysavingexpert.com…
Subscribed Threads Emails Not Coming Through
I posted the thread below in Chat Corner this morning as I noticed that I hadn't received any subscribed threads emails (since 2.24pm yesterday), and it appears that I'm not the only one :( https://forums.moneysavingexpert.com/discussion/comment/63131289#Comment_63131289 I had this problem when the servers were changed…
Those ignoring popping up (or away) as ignored
I have never added anyone to my ignore list but I appear to have suddenly acquired one. Are they now two-way?
Forum redesign question - post and thanks counts
Hi everyone We want to know how important you feel it is to have the post and thanks counts next to every post you make on the forum. Could you let us know your thoughts in the poll and below? Thanks!
Other Art Fair Ticket Giveaway
Hi there! I was super excited to see the Other Art Fair ticket giveaway in the newsletter last week and popped a calendar reminder on my phone to make sure I applied at 3pm when the link went live. First off, the link didn't work for the first hour or so - there were quite a few tweets about this, but all happy in the end…
appalled
what has possessed mse and its editor (mr lewis) to give the new "house of commons rep" permission to post in an official capacity? i suspect he or she will go the way of the "atos rep" who disappeared up their own back passage to give a govt appologist legitimacey on here is appalling
Book Give aways and new posters .. Thinks
Just an observation guys, but at the moment Matins blagged 200 books by Jamie Oliver free for MSE users. Personally I don't want his book not even as a freebie . At £26 and coincidentally " blagged " more or less exactly as his new programme is launched my thoughts are that this is more of a promotion . However I digress,…
Post not allowed
Event ID:5092992693966431698Host:forums.moneysavingexpert.comTimestamp:Thu Sep 5 15:59:23 UTC+0100 2013 HTTP Referrer:http://forums.moneysavingexpert.com/newthread.php?do=newthread&f=29 tried to post a Q in the Techie forum and above came up. Post was not allowed - why ? Can still post in other forums. Followed the link…
Getting The Black Screen You Have Been Blocked
Hello There, I am aware this was a problem for a lot of people a couple of weeks ago, but then it was not happening to me. Now everyone else is sorted it's started to happen to me. I can not click on anything in the browser Chrome which is what I need to access the forums in because I can't enter competitions as easily in…
posting bug
system 32 without a space in between hasn't worked since http://forums.moneysavingexpert.com/showpost.php?p=62812253&postcount=78
Moved posts/threads
When they have been moved, where have they been moved to? I want to read one, but can't find it? Thanks
How do I claim my Voucher from MSE
Hello, I purchased a TalkTalk deal on 20 August. Part of the deal was that if I followed the link I would receive a £50 shopping voucher exclusive to MSE. I'm unsure of how I reclaim this voucher or who I should get in touch with to claim the voucher. (the deal I had was effectively TalkTalk for £5 pm). Thanks in advance…
Help finding list of challanges
Hi Where would I find a list of challenges, I looked at it the other day and can't find them now. I remember the £2 challenge and the store cupboard challenge which I want to join? Thanks

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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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