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Caution on buying stamps from ebay
I purchased a 40x1st pack of barcoded stamps for competition entries. Apparently, unused and looked mint and was described as surplus to requirements so a bit cheaper than usual. I sent and had several items returned and post office said that the stamps were invalid. They were fraudulent or already used but not franked.…
NEW Button
Anyone know how to mark category read? I used to be able to do it by clicking my profile, now the NEW button goes back 3 days. I only want to look at the NEW posts
** FAULT ** Cloudflare/Vanilla problem causing duplicated threads
Hi folks, I just wanted to let fellow compers know that this has now been reported on Site Feedback https://forums.moneysavingexpert.com/discussion/6430801 ;)
Agreeing to be contacted
Does ticking the boxes and agreeing to be contacted by the prize giver secretly increase your chances of winning?
So called HelloFresh competition
I entered this via a Facebook advertisement. Received a phone call yesterday saying I had won. I had to go to the website with them on the phone for them to activate my 'prize' Turns out I hadn't won a prize of free meals but a 20% off discount code 🙄 you can get bigger discounts off first orders. I put the phone down on…
Changes to layout of MSE competitions pages
Have you been experimenting with the design and overall appearance of the MSE Competitions Time section. I'm pretty sure it's not my laptop,but for the last couple of days I've found it very strange and rather difficult to follow. The changes have not been for the good, in my humble opinion. Why do we always want to…
Scotland Cash Register - General Chat
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Let's bring out some smiles and laughter!
I'll start! https://youtu.be/OxOJ7hh3H-I had me in hoots!
Social media competitions
With all the different social media platforms I just wanted to check the abbreviations we put in titles. I know Facebook is FB, Twitter is TW, Instagram is Insta. However I’m just thinking could we not have an agreed upon abbreviation for all social platforms when posting competitions? I was thinking:- Facebook = FB…
Threads
Hello all Heads up, there's a new social media called threads, created by Zuckerberg and therefore in the same family as Facebook and Instagram. It's a very similar format to twitter and is rivalling it. A lot of brands seem to be signing up and I reckon a few of them may do comps as a way of attracting followers etc. so…
new to this
Hi Happy new year to all I am new to this - and also bit of a technophobe so apologies if posting in the wrong place! I don't have any social media - will this hinder my chances of winning anything? any tips on where to start - it all seems overwhelming Was looking at the league table someone posted - can you really win…
Northern irand and depression
Hi from northern ireland and looking to do competitions. Any advice welcome 🙏
Email address
Hi everyone, i'm new to writing on this fab board, but i need some help please with creating an email address, i've had my first and middle name initials in gmail with my last name, then i have my first and middle name on aol, and then i've used my house name, but since comping for years i've not won one email competition,…
Issues with The School Run
This is part rant and part advice request 😊 March 27 - I won a So Bomb DIY Rainbow Bath Bomb kit from The School Run ("TSR"). As part of their email, they mentioned "You will receive an email from the competition provider in due course requesting address details so they can send you your prize. Please check your spam…
B&M Comps
has anyone ever won a B&M comp? I can't remember anyone ever posting saying they have won one :)
Help please with mag dailies posting for my hols
Can someone post my mag dailies please from tomorrow for a week whilst I am on my hols. I post Country living, Prima, Recombu, Trusted reviews, Mens health and Runners world. Thanks
Long time lurker
Hello all, I've finally joined and have been a long time lurker. I've won some great prizes over the years including red letter day voucher, a go pro and energy drinks, a marmalade pot (lol) to name a few! How can I add a competition when I am new? I have found some I'd like to share Thanks!
Ageism in comping?
I don't want to say too much in case the organisers lurk here and by identifying myself I get blacklisted from future comps... but I've been thinking about this for a while - I recently entered a radio comp where you have to go on air. The entry required me to write something and I received a call from the station who…
ALL SORTED NOW THANK YOU Advice needed - Scam OR Genuine Win
I have been following this account on Twitter for at least 12 months. https://twitter.com/merlinouwww Many from MSE also follow this account. Every 2-3 days they have a competition and I enter them all. Last night I received a direct message from the account stating that I have won a PlayStation 5. This is an amazing win…
Tesco Text2Win prize problem
I've received a text from Tesco Text2Win & have won a £100 dining out e gift card. I sent an email to them at Food@tescoprizes.com on the 15th June but then received an email system error from BT saying it wasn't delivered. I've tried yet again so I hope it'll arrive this time as I only have until the 28th June to claim my…

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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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