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Wales
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Rental Property Wanted In Aberystwyth
Hello Folks Hope you're all ok? This is a bit of a long shot, but worth a try. My son is a student at Aber and is trying hard to find suitable premises to live in for his 2nd and 3rd year. He's in halls at the moment, but the accommodation situation, or rather lack of it, is dire there. Ideally, he's looking for somewhere…
Prams and pushchairs
Hi Can anyone recommend any good pram shops withinreasonable travelling distance of Cardiff. I do drive. Doesn't necessarily need to be cheapest just with a wide selection that we can try and decide what best suits our needs. Thanks
New house window recommendations?
As above, based in Cardiff please? Your experiences of companies, price paid and what they did for you much appreciate? Many thanks.
Home clearance/selling antique furniture, Swansea
We are in the process of clearing my dad's house in order to rent it out, as he's had to mvoe into a nursing home due to failing health. He has quite a lot of very good quality furniture, all in immaculate condition (my mum was incredibly houseproud), none of which we have room for :( There's a gorgeous polished dark wood…
www.taste-of-wales.co.uk
please help me spread the word - i'm looking to show peoplke whats on offer in Wales http://www.taste-of-wales.co.uk/
Window Cleaners in Cardiff
Anyoner know of a traditional ( no water jets) window cleaner in the Cardiff West area. Two people have come to the door to offer their services and I made an appointment. I wasn't entirely surprised when they didn't turn up for the job. This is now the third time this has happened. Don't people want to work anymore? It's…
Waxing in Cardiff
Recommendations on a reasonably priced but REPUTABLE salon to get legs and bikini waxed in Cardiff, which opens after 6pm on weekday evenings?
Anyone recommend a decent car valet service S.E. Wales
Hi, looking for a good car valet that some one has used and can recommend, peferably in the Pontypridd, Cardiff or surrounding areas if possibble. Ta!
local frugal bargin hunters
I have joined the 2012 frugal challenge.. and just htought it would be great if we could have our owm local mini challanges, plus a thread for finding local bargins that are area specific... I am from the swansea area, so would love to know if anyone uses the ethnic shops down by joe's ice cream parlour I understand from…
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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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