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Archives for June 2019

Should I stay or should I go?
Hi I am currently with BT who are putting prices up. I am in a contract for tv and broadband contract ends in Jan. Virgin has been installed this week on our street so is now another option Would you stay with BT until Jan then switch everything and potentially get a better deal or go somewhere for tv now and switch…
Leaving BT for Sky
Hi So I joined Bt 5 months ago and got the full package (broadband,phone & tv). My bt tv price is about to increase next month and considering cancelling the tv and getting Sky tv. My mother cancelled her Sky tv when i got the bt tv. Would I be considered as a new customer or would I have to get the mother to order it…
Brexit & Broadcasting
every time I watch BBC news it is anti-brexit, waited panels on news night pre-selected questions and not letting brexiteers speak. Hate the bbc hate the bias. so Netflix for me.
Change in Freeview channels
A whole bunch seem to have changed numbers/stations (on all 3 TVs), eg Yesterday is now on 12. Do I need to retune ??
Adding Multiroom to Existing Sky+
Hi I have a friend who has had Sky+ for years. He now wants to have it in another room as well. I'm sure that Sky will try to tell him that he must have Sky Q, which he doesn't want or need. Will Sky supply a second card for him to use in a box bought from eBay, or even supply a box themselves?
Sky remotes
My Sky+HD remote is packing up. I bought a Sky+ remote (same price but slightly different layout). It does not work with my box. They are NOT compatible then ?/ I must buy another ?!
Now TV changes ahead?
Just done a very comprehensive user survey for Now TV. From the questions being asked, it looks like they are considering some major shakeups for their service, including:- - Introducing ads to catch-up, box-sets and movies. - Price changes (both up and down). - Package add-ons for technical enhancements like 1080p & 4K. -…
BT Sport and TV customers to face price hikes from next month - MSE News
Hundreds of thousands of BT Sport and TV customers will be hit with price hikes of up to £48/yr from next month - but if you're affected you can leave the TV part of your contract penalty-free...Read the full story: 'BT Sport and TV customers to face price hikes from next month' Click reply below to discuss. If you haven’t…
BTTV Price Increase 28th July
Just had an email from BT saying they're putting up the price of my BTTV Max package by £4pm from 28th July, but I can continue at current price if I sign up for a new 18 month contract - and in the fine print it says a new 18 month BTTV package will necessitate a new 18 month BTInternet contract, and that BT prices will…
tv to airial help plaese?
Hi just bought a new TV and tried to connect it to the aerial socket but found that both ends are male. How can I connect the two together?? Any ideas? I know I will need a connector but which one? thanks
Soundbars
I’m doing some renovations during the summer and will be replacing my old tv for a larger one. I’m thinking os a sound bar. I’m thinking of a Bluetooth one but worried that the picture and sound won’t sync is this an unfounded worry?
Enforcing the TV License
I should state that I do have a TV license and I have researched the below question online, but can't find a satisfactory answer. I understand that if you watch live TV through BBC iPlayer on a computer/tablet/phone that you have to buy a TV license, which is all well and good. What I want to know is how can they possibly…
Free TV licences to be scrapped for millions of over-75s - MSE News
Free TV licences will only be available for over-75s who receive pension credit from next June, the BBC has announced today...Read the full story: 'Free TV licences to be scrapped for millions of over-75s' Click reply below to discuss. If you haven’t already, join the forum to reply.
Free Sky or Freesat? Advice needed
We have decided to stop paying for Sky tv. The question is – which is better – just cancel subscription and get the free channels or change to Freesat? We need to keep the satellite aerial and want to record and use catch-up. The Sky box is the old model not the Q version. Any advice out there?
Discuss the Netflix Hacks guide
Hello there, We've written a new guide on Netflix Hacks and would love your feedback on it. Please let us know if you find it helpful, what we could do to improve it and if you have any other tips you think we should add. Thanks in advance for your help! MSE Kelvin :)
itv hub catch-up problem
Hi I haven't used my itv hub account for ages, but am trying to catch up the last episode of the Hatton Garden Job. I've signed in, verified my email and can watch ITV live, but I can't play catch-up although it tells me that I'm "Now Watching" against the last episode. There's no play (>) icon and nothing obvious to get…
Sony Bravia firmware update
Have been using my 2 Bravia TVs for years to stream content (music, photos, videos) from my Network Drive. In the last week Sony have introduced a firmware update that has prevented the TVs from recognising any of this content. This has seriously reduced the functionality of my TVs and completely destroyed my home…

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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.
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 Payments 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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