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Loading problem
Several of us on the comp board are having problems with the site. It started for me about twenty mins ago. I get: "This webpage is not available ERR_CONNECTION_RESET" It does load, but takes around a minute to load each time. As tomorrow is the start of the advents, we're crossing fingers toes and everything else that…
Average Posts per day - what's yours?
Not to brag but this is mine :p :T What's yours? :beer: There are probably quite a few that can beat it :)
Problem after purchasing a home
Spam Friday 27th November
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Wow, there's so many subforums, necessary?
I had no idea MSE had 50+ categories and sub forums. Annoyingly I was looking for a "green purchases" type section but I didn't find one. I think that's a more important subforum than "Oih do I want to buy it, talk me out of it" etc
Don't post on spam threads
I have just had two emails from the Forum team thanking me for reporting threads but advising me not to post on the threads themselves. They seem to have plenty of time to do this but no time to actually watch the forum and hit the spam before anyone else.
Spam - 25th Nov 2015
black ma-gic http://forums.moneysavingexpert.com/member.php?u=2452184 http://forums.moneysavingexpert.com/member.php?u=2452157
Spam Tuesday 24
The Credit Card Forum is closed for all new business :mad:
Someone is deleting my posts and I don't understand why
I am not sure who is deleting my post but whoever is doing it can you please send me a message and/or tell me what exactly is wrong please?
Searching within threads still broken
This issue is somewhat lost in the other thread, so to be clear... The forum search via keyword or user within threads is still broken, producing the error below in all cases, even when it should produce results.
Spam - Mon 23rd November 2015
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Adding usernames to my ignore list
I am unable to add some user names to my ignore list. I type them into the text box but get a message that the username does not exist. Why is it so difficult to use this feature? There are some posters whose views I find objectionable and wish not to read.
Black Magic spammers
I see they are getting through the defenses again, time for an update to your electric fence I think :mad:
!SPAM! Saturday 21st November 2015
:mad: Here we go again.... http://forums.moneysavingexpert.com/member.php?u=2451057
Thread pulled from Parking Ticket Forum
Good afternoon Can you please explain why the following thread has been pulled from the Parking Ticket Forum? (Text removed by MSE Forum Team) The thread relates to criminal offences and was reported on the Parking Prankster and Pepipoo forums. It is relevant to the sub-forum on a number of counts. It is noted that the…
Spam Friday 20th November
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Search problems
Please delete - no one's bothered, it seems.
Spam Wednesday 18th November
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Help: link for BT offer!
OK: this week Martin's email had something I really want, the BT broadband offer. However, the special link does not work for me: I keep getting the "connection reset" error message. Is this because I am outside the UK at the moment? Anyway, please could someone find a solution for this. Needless to say, I am trying to…
Spam Tuesday 17th November
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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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