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St. Andrews Day
Yet another FAIL for MSE regarding a St. Andrews Day banner. Why does MSE 'forget' virtually every year?
Mobile: Subscribing to threads
Did a quick search for the subject line, but obviously got too many hits about phone plans. On desktop there is this button which allows you to subscribe to a thread without actually posting to it: But on mobile i can't see the equivalent - the only way I can see to subscribe is to post something: Is it missing or am I…
SPAM Tuesday 29th November
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SPAM Monday 28th November
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SPAM Friday 25th November
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£25 100cm x 75cm photo canvas, incl delivery*
Anyone tried to use this deal? moneysavingexpert.com/deals/free-photo-prints/#canvas when you click on the link my-picture.co.uk/promo-christmas60/?utm_source=cj.com&utm_campaign=Affiliate_Textlink_XTEMASS60&utm_medium=Affiliate it shows on home page 100x75 canvas for 25 but when you upload an image its charges you £40? am…
Can't upload avatar anymore!
Why can't you upload your own avatar from your phone anymore? I've always been able to put my own in from my gallery on my phone. It won't do it now, and it says upload from your computer? Well I haven't got one. Do everything on my phone. Why can't you do this now? It means I will never be able to change my avatar. Most…
SPAM Tuesday 22nd November
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Newsletter Feedback - Your emails are too big for Gmail's inbox!
Hopefully someone who looks after the weekly newsletter (MSE Money Tips) sees this, as this has been a problem for many months. Gmail (or Gmail mobile) users do not see all of your newsletter as it gets truncated (clipped/cropped) with a 'View entire message' link. This is because the MSE newsletter is too big. Your email…
Compulsory Facebook
I am a long-time email subscriber and have introduced my three children to this excellent source of financial education and information. Some years ago, after one of Facebook's many incursions into the privacy of its users' information I removed my rare posts and photos and cancelled my account. At least two of my children…
Removing Thanks
If you have 'Thanked' a post, then decide to remove the Thanks, for whatever reason, I often find I get a message saying, 'You don't have permission to access this page. This could be due to one of several reasons: 1 Your user account may not have sufficient privileges to access this page. Are you trying to edit someone…
SPAM Friday 18th November
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MSE promotion of "posh bedding" (Boston Duvet and Pillow Company)
EDIT: Never mind -- I got the wrong address -- see below. I just ordered some duvets myself :-) I saw in the recent MSE email, and in the "top deals" side-panel of the forums that MSE have negotiated a discount with the Boston Duvet and Pillow Company. MSE claims that, "it's just a trading name for a UK factory that pumps…
SPAM Wednesday 16th November
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Not able to reply to PM's ??
I've tried twice to send a reply to a PM I received earlier. But it's still not showing up in my 'sent' folder. Is there some sort of lag before it shows up or is it just not sending them at all?
SPAM Tuesday 15th 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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