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Skygo
I have a full sky account - so I have skygo. What devices would my daughter need to access my skygo account on her (smart) TVs?
Now tv, 2 sticks - 1 account or 2
Hello I wonder if anyone can advise. My daughter is looking for a cheaper tv deal than sky. If she bought 2 (or 3) now tv firesticks would she have to buy 2 or more passes? Or can one pass do the household & the 2 or 3 sticks? Or is an Amazon fire stick a better way to go? Can you get now on the Amazon sticks?
New to Sky Q
just upgraded from Sky + where there was a 'search' facility at top LHS. Really useful to find a program you wanted to watch/record. Am I missing something on Q/cannot find search. You have to physically scroll through a picture of all/SOME past prorams by day, etc. Wish I had not changed. Only ever needed to watch…
No channels freeview tuning?
I'm not receiving any channels when tuning freeview on any of my TVs in my house. I haven't tried to tune them for a couple of months but they did all receive channels before that but now nothing, any ideas & what it should cost if I did call out an aerial company?
Samsung TV breaking 15 months after purchase
Our Samsung TV has broken, just 15 months after we bought it. It is out of its 12 months manufacturers warranty. The screen is broken, as a result of a manufacturing defect and it is not repairable. A repair firm have confirmed this is the problem and will be writing us a report to this effect. Can we claim 1) on our…
Leaving sky process / negotiating
Hi can anyone tell me the process of leaving sky? Is the first person offering you a deal ro stay the last? How many layers before actual disconnection to negotiate with? I am moving house, and have signed an amazing deal with virgin much cheaper for rhe full shabang. If sky offer me a deal close to it ill stay and cancel…
Netflix with Sky Q
I have Sky Q Ultra HD package without Netflix.If I want to add Netflix, I would need to be able to see 2 devices at the same time at least (because that's the set up we have). To edit my Sky package on the website it just says add Netflix at £5 which is the single user one. How can I change that without ringing Sky? Or…
Amazon Prime on Humax?
Hi I see you can now get Amazon Prime on Freesat: Amazon Prime Video App Launches on Freesat, Enhancing Platform's Hybrid Offering | Freesat However, it doesnt seem to be on offer on my Humax recorder box in the OnDemand section Is there something I need to do to update settings?
Disney + and O2
Not sure if anyone can help or would know the answer? I currently subscribe to Disney+ through O2 - which is paid for through O2 airtime billing. What I cannot find anywhere is whether the price they charge will increase inline with Disney's rises, as they are still advertising it for £3.99 a month for 12 months.
Netflix Price Increase 2021
Had a notification on Netflix that their subscription prices are going to be increasing. The standard subscription is going from £8.99 to £9.99 a month (+£12 a year). The premium subscription is increasing from £11.99 to £13.99 a month (+£24 a year). The basic package should be staying the same at £5.99 a month. I know…
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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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