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We've added some new FAQs to help with common questions
Thanks to your feedback on the new homepage and rules, we’ve compiled a list of frequently asked questions. These deal with some of the most common questions you’ve raised, and should make a useful starting place for all new Forumites. Rest assured we’re also looking into all the points of feedback you’ve raised and hope…
Why oh why oh why
So as my last question was removed for apparently being rude 🙄 I am going to ask it again, why on my iPad when I click a thread to read it does it only flag/bookmark said thread & won't open it for me to read or comment on, I can't hold my finger over it & click open in new window because apparently I don't have Java…
The Create Post button
There is a Create Post button at the top left of most, if not every, screen on this forum.... Can I suggest that everywhere when not actually reading a thread it would be better worded as Create Thread? But of course I have noticed that there is a tendency these days to call a thread a discussion, so perhaps that button…
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Highlight OP
Hiya, is there any way to highlight the OP of a thread. It makes it so much easier to read.
why are all the new forum announcement threads closed?
It is 10:20am on a Friday and the new forum announcement threads are all closed again. Although I don't understand why they close the threads on evenings and at weekends (after all, we're not all able to come on during the 'normal' working day, and excluding users from being able to join in the discussion - which is surely…
EDF New fixed offer for ex Green Network Energy folk.
Should I take up EDF's 2 year fixed price offer or wait until the current excellent offer ends in September?
Rubbish New Forum?
Tried to log in after using this site for years. Won't accept my email address, despite sending me emails to it. It won't recognise my password or username, a box comes up for forgotten password by clicking on it does nothing so I was forced to open yet another account. Then it won't allow me to use my email address…
Comps "Entered" Ticks & "Skipped" Crosses in search results please!
Hi there, I kept mentioning this, but with all these new features etc. Can you please put the tick or cross in search results, so I can see whether I've already entered/skipped something without having to click into every individual post? The way the results appear as above is really no good to me and really time…
Text size
Is there any way to enable me to increase the text size of posts etc, not just my own but all of them? Any help would be much appreciated. Thanks
Closed Again
In the main feedback thread I can see: Guess what? It's closed YET AGAIN! It's obvious MSE don't really want proper, constructive feedback else they would leave the thread open. (The feedback form only allows 100 words per question response - not enough for proper feedback).
We've closed some boards - jim1999
Quote from jim1999 in closed thread: "So from now on, referral links and codes will be getting spammed across the entirety of the forums and the forum team will be spending hours and hours playing whack-a-mole. I suspect this isn't the true reason, at all, which is why you won't care - but I really doubt this will save…
Identifying thanked posts.
Until 2 mse changes ago, we could see the i.d. of those who thanked posts - a very helpful option. This disappeared with the previous change and hasn't returned now either. * MSE Admin. - please return this function. Thankyou.
Why am I asked to reset password every single time I try to log in?
I can only use the forum right after I have reset my password, which is every single time I use it, why? It can't be the password strength, I make sure the password strength bar is green, and I use password manager generated passes that are very complex.
Stupid question about forum etiquette
I have wondered this for years. Why do some people not mention names of major supermarkets, websites etc on forums? Sometimes they just substitute a letter for a number or symbol, or satrise the names slightly (e.g. Trashco or Been and Queued) It's not universal, only some people do it. I've wondered if it's the principle…
Advanced Search
How can I navigate to the "Advanced Search" function with the new arrangement? I can see the "Search the Forum" but that does not seem to allow access to the advanced search features which are helpful. Maybe I am just looking in the wrong place?
Where has the referrals board gone??
This is despite logging out and back in again.. (it's usually hideen until you log in) Permissions screwed up perhaps?
Spotify Premium free for 3 months, or not?
According to the yesterday’s MSE email, Spotify Premium users are currently getting 3 months free until June 22nd. I have been a Premium subscriber for over a year now, but continue to be charged £9.99 every month, there’s no sign of a ‘free’ 3 months as suggested by the MSE ‘Spotify Plans’ chart. Is this fake news, or am…
Is it possible to hide signatures?
You can with most forum software, so I thought I'd check.
Watch our 'Welcome to the new Forum homepage' video tour
Hopefully, you’ve had a chance to play around with the new homepage since its launch. For those who’d appreciate a guided tour, we’ve put together a ‘how to’ video to showcase the major changes and the new additions we don’t want you to miss. Recorded by MSE Ben, edited by MSE Ant and voiced by MSE Oli, here’s our…

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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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