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Archives for December 2010

Help - Problems at private college + Debt
Hi guys, hope all is going well! I have a slight issue with a private college which i attended during this year! Basically i attended for a full year, payed my fees on time and i was a good student. Despite this, the college failed to deliver what they promised! I complained on many occasions but my complaints wernt taken…
Social Work NHS bursary
Hi I am applying for 2011 social work postgraduate course and none of the NHS/directgov websites seem to say if there will still be a basic grant available. It would help with the budgeting for becoming a student again to find out. Anyone know? Thanks Cat
BSc Opthalmic dispensing through ABDO - does anyone know the fees by any chance?
As per title. Someone at work wants to do the BSc opthalmic dispensing course through ABDO college and there's no one in the college until 4th January. He needs to know the rough cost of the course as work may pay for it but they want to know the fees before the college is opened again for their paper work. He has written…
student railcard - purchase of
Does anyone know if anywhere is doing discounted student railcards, so I can get one for my daughter? Thanks.
Applying for bursary/financial assistance
I have recently submitted my UCAS application for a midwifery course. I need help knowing when and what financial assistance is available. My application hasn't been accepted yet as it's still waiting for a reference etc but I need to know when to apply and what for. Thanks in advance for your help
student deal on laptop?
does anyone know if i can get a better deal on a laptop because im a student? ive been looking around and there are some good deals about im looking for about 3/4 gb ram 250gb + harddrive and think id prefer duel processing though im just looking for a fairly fast laptop. Its mainly for uni work but i graduate next year so…
Mortgages as a student
Hello there, this is a bit of an odd topic and forgive me for my financial illiteracy as i know little about mortgages. Basically I have recently inherited a fair amount of money (enough for a decent house deposit) and i was thinking about whether getting a mortgage is possible as a student? i am currently a 3rd year…
MSE News - Tuition fees furore: what exactly are the plans?
This is the discussion thread for the following MSE News Story: "Who exactly will pay £9,000 a year fees and what more do we know about them? Our Q&A guide answers your questions ..." Read the full story: Tuition fees furore: what exactly are the plans?
Council tax discount?
I'm hoping someone knowledgeable will be able to help me here! Basically, I'm on a full time taught MSc course at Exeter Uni. The lectures have finished, and I no longer need to be in Cornwall (I was based on the Tremough campus) so I moved back home as I thought it pointless paying for two places. After Christmas, there…
Recovery Of Overpaid Grant - HELP!!!!!
I am studying at Anglia Ruskin University, in a Computer Science course. Currently in my second year of study. On 30th September 2010, I recieved a letter from Student Loans Company Limited stating that I need to pay back the overpayment of £1758.00!! When I was applying for student finance (in February) for the 2009/2010…
Dropped out now university, now they want fees.
Hello, I attended an english university back in 2008 for 8 days before dropping out due to not being able find accommodation before the start of term. I had to self fund my first year of my current university because the student loans company wouldn't pay even though they gave me nothing to my previous university, hence…
Cash for Postgrad Students
Speak to your University about being a scribe (amanuensis I think is the proper word) for disabled students examinations.
Changing Student Finance - How does it affect me?
Basically I want to know how the changes to student finance affect me! - I have to admit I somewhat ignored it all whilst it was on TV.... So Im final year student so the fee increases wont impact on me but what about the repayment of loans etc - does that change across the board or is it just for the students of the new…
Student Discount
Thought I'd remind everyone to keep asking at EVERY till if the store does student discount. I don't even have a NUS card but everywhere has accepted my uni card an saved me roughly £40 on my Christmas presents this year :)
OU and Maternity Pay?
Will I get any help with my funding next year while I'm on maternity leave? Between April 2011 and April 2012 I will only be earning £7500 and my partner £14,000. I've emailed the OU but their answer didn't really make sense. Thanks
Tax as a part time student and full time worker question...
Hi, I wondered if anyone can help. I am resitting a 2 modules that I failed in my final year at university and I am also now working full time. I just wondered if I had to pay tax as a 'normal person' or do I get some sort of leeway (sp?) with still studying? If anyone can help that would be awesome.
MSE News: Student Loans Company overcharges by £15 million
This is the discussion thread for the following MSE News Story: "Tens of thousands of graduates have been urged to claim money back after it emerged many have inadvertently overpaid ..." Read the full story: Student Loans Company overcharges by £15 million
student loan payments being taken after they should be
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-11994421 this won't be news to many after the number of threads about it on here, but good to see that it's making the news and that the SLC is making changes to try and improve things! quick question - if the SLC makes late payments, as it has done the last couple of years, do they date…
I can't seem to get a student bank account. Please help!
So I'm currently in my second year and didn't apply for a student account last year due to not needing the overdraft. I now find myself in a position where I would like one and for some reason Santander will not change my current account to a student account. I tried applying for student accounts elsewhere but this wont…
Am I getting Underpaid?
In all seriousness Im honestly wondering if Im getting the right amount of student finance? I know its all to do with parents income etc but I would have thought everyone should recieve the same level of funding, it just came from a different level of loan to grants? I just got told that someone else receives £1720 a term…

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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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