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Cheap Energy Club
Can I suggest adding an extra filter to search criteria that displays whether a Smart Meter installation is required in order to qualify for a specific tariff or deal. I don't wish to have a Smart Meter and therefore it would be useful if the deals that require this were filtered out rather than me having to click on each…
can't log in on my phone
I can log in fine on my computer but on my phone it keeps telling me my password is wrong...
Error in August 'Rate Your Bank' poll
Hope the person who set up this month's poll notices that the order of choices under TSB is different from EVERY other bank in the list. ie first option in every other bank is 'POOR' but first option under TSB is GREAT' If this is read automatically by computer, it could give a false end result.
Twitter feed
The MSE Twitter feed on the sidebar hasn't been updating for me for several weeks. Is it just me?
Can't post a Link
I am new here, I want to check the feedback of a company. But I am unable to publish a post with a link, saying you are new here. How much time it will take to a new user to post a link? Please help
How/Where do you complete your profile page??? About me...
How/Where do you complete your profile page??? About me...
How Accurate Is The MSE Credit Club Eligibility Check?
Long time lurker, first post. I hope this is in the relevant thread, apologies if it isn't. In the last 6 years I have got my credit rating from dire to very good, through managing my accounts well and strategically taking on debts to boost my rating in that 6 year time span etc. Now I am in the situation where I have seen…
Credit Club
I signed up for Credit Club a week ago. I was told I would need to wait a couple of days for verification. I haven't received any more correspondence since, and when I try to log in I get a server error. Any idea who I can contact about this? I can't find any support email or phone number. Error message - Server Error in…
Does MSE Badger still give out badges?
One of my threads was tipped in the email. There used to be a bit went in at the bottom of the first post in the thread saying something about it being in the mail & you could get a badge. Does anyone know if that still happens? Thanks :)
Posting Pictures.
I've read and reread various instructions on posting pictures (from my laptop to this forum) but I can't master it at all. On the occasions it did embed an image it was oversized with no options available at all, let alone for resizing. I was using the Imgur site, which is easy to use, I selected the 'forum' option but…
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MSE News
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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