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Free Radiator Reflectors!
Noticed free radiator reflectors on a email from MSE, said 1pm today a link would appear for 1,000 lucky people, I set an alarm, clicked on link as soon as it appeared, put in my details (I'm a pretty fast touch typer at 86wpm!) and submitted.. you have missed out this time. how?? surely there must be some people out there…
Adding image to post
Hi I have snipped a table from pdf file on to wordpad and I want to put it on post how do I do it . Have tried copy and paste but does not work any ideas
News column not updating
On the right of the screen is the News/Blog box. Going to the News homepage there are loads of more recent stories that have failed to show up. The Thomas Cook one that is showing is from way back in October.
What has happened to the good old days of MSE?
What happened to the good old days of MSE forum? It used to be such a nice place with great advice, open minded & supportive people and replies, but now many of the nice posters have disappeared & certain parts of the forum are full posters who are so angry that no one can say anything without being called names or…
Posting an image?
Excuse my ignorance, but how do I upload a JPEG file so it appears as an image in a post? Thanks.
New Joiner here, is this website's info enough?
Hi all, Joined the the forums after browsing the main site and I am amazed at all of the valuable information here. However, there are also a lot of other comparison/financial guide websites as well but if I start obsessing over comparing multiple stuff at multiple places I quickly get too consumed and don't really live…
Martin's Twitter Feed?
The one showing on the forum home page on the right hand side. Will it ever be updated again or is Martin still on his 3 week sabbatical after seeing a two headed giraffe?!
Poppy
Are MSE planning to display a poppy for remembrance day this year?
Blocked by IP address
I have, once again - been blocked from posting due to my IP Address I have been told that it should sort itself out in a few days Surely MSE should have a way round this annoying issue ? This has been posted using a different browser on a "FAKE" IP
Unable to post on normal forum
I get an error when I try posting on other pages WAF Block
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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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