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Not getting email notice when someone replies to a thread
Hi, i am not getting email notice when someone replies to a thread. Have bi got somthing switched off ???? Thanks
Name change
Is is possible to change forum name, I don’t want to lose my membership as I’ve been around for years, but my name no longer matches who I am.
Saving a thread?
I'm pretty sure this isn't the right place to ask but couldn't find anywhere else. So maybe I should ask that first. I thought there was a forum for asking questions and newbies when I joined Can I save a useful thread to somewhere on my profile so I can find it again? Thanks
Notifications being addressed wrongly. Was fixed but happening again.
The Notification emails being sent to me are now showing "Notifications Postmaster" in the To box instead of my specified email address. They are still arriving but as I had a rule set up for their treatment based on the email address, they are no longer arriving in the correct folder. Is this a deliberate change and if…
Any other way to access the forum on a phone?
I have seen some old threads on Apps/TapTalk etc, but these were about 4 years old. Is there any way to access the forum via an app (MSE or otherwise like TapTalk? The way it's structured doesn't make replies very easy on a phone I find. Thanks :)
How to multi-quote?
The old board allowed [quote] [/quote] to enable us to quote multiple posts in a single post, but it doesn't seem to be working now and I've found myself posting a separate comment each time I want to quote someone, which isn't good for the tidiness of the thread. Am I missing something?
New Forum Rules
One of the new rules states that threads need to stay on topic about money saving and that threads that don't will be removed,does this also apply to our Debt Free Diaries or are we free to post about anything we like in there, I ramble on about all sorts on my diary and would hate for it to be deleted for not being on…
No email alerts
I have email alerts switched on (default ones and some extras), however, I don't receive any! I have checked my spam and trash and gone to 'all emails' in Gmail, also searched for mse and forum and got no results.. What am I doing wrong?!
Posting Weblinks No Longer Allowed...?
Hi there, Having just switched Energy Supplier and having made use of the Referrer' Boards before I just went to post a Refferal Link only to receive the following message: I have just reviewed the latest rules and guidelines and it doesn't state anything about this! I was posting to a thread referencing EDF Amazon Gift…
Please can the Savings section of the website also quote Banks I have heard of?
I want to save some money in a 2 -3 year savings account. But the
only ones recommended on MSE are SquiggleSquiggle.Bank. Please will you ask Martin and the team to go back to how
their “Best Savings Accounts” used to be, where as well as listing the above
(which I would not want to touch even though you list it), they…
Is EtsyGeeks help Boost Ranking on Etsy?
I've heard Etsygeeks can boost ranking on Etsy, Is it true? any feedback about them? Thank you and appreciate your reply.
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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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