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Who regulates freebie websites?
I am writing for advice about freebie websites, social media and their associated online activities. I need to find out who regulates their online activities. So far I have tried Advertising Standards, the Direct Marketing Association, Trading Standards, Facebook - I have even tried doing a Who Is Search to find out who…
Username has been truncated
So I log on today as normal and have just noticed that my username has been truncated from Tyler Durden UK to Tyler D. Is this affecting anyone else, also after having my logon reset recently I appear to have lost many years of posting history. #confused
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How do I change my username?
Hi. I can see how I can change many of my other details on here, but not my username. I understand it is probably discouraged so people don't do it too often, but I'd really like to change mine. How do I do it? Thanks in advance.
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I don't know which board to use
hello completely new to posting here and not sure where to start, I've joined to ask for help with my budgeting. Due to generally not being as fit as I used to be I'm hoping to retire within 8 years, the only debt I have is a mortgage and a small amount of savings. I really want to pay off the mortgage before I retire.…
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Why are you promoting the British Gas £225 savings plan?, when there is a condition that people that join have to have a "Smart Meter" fitted. It is well known that there are many detrimental issues with these meters, revolving around inaccuracies, the fact that they are open to cyber attacks, if people switch suppliers…
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Spams are ruining the site
This current spate of spam messages is ruining the site for me. The messages are all in the same style, including a phone number in the title and repeated similar lines in the body, which would not be in a valid post. Surely rules can be written to catch these proactively, rather than waiting for people to flag them as…
Posting in a sub forum
Hello! If I post in the wrong forum - is it moved to the correct sub? Thanks
Links from MSE credit eligibility checker
Having done the soft search for a balance transfer eligibility check, I got a good offer and clicked on "Apply now" to be taken to the card provider - as indicated by the text when you hover over the button. Except it goes to moneysupermarket's credit card page. Where it wants me to fill out all my info for another third…
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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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