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Martin's blogs & appearances & MSE in the news

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Trolley saved
At least for now. I've not seen this mentioned anywhere on the site, but I got an email today confirming my suspicion. https://www.trolley.co.uk/thank-you/ Anyone who uses the site has Martin / MSE to thank for its current survival. Hopefully they'll find another sponsor by summer. Not a patch on the original…
Martin Lewis: What happened to my pledge to give £10m to charity – 2022/23 update...
This is the discussion to link on the back of Martin's blog. Please read the blog first, as this discussion follows it.Martin Lewis: What happened to my pledge to give £10m to charity – 2022/23 update (spoiler: it's now £20m) Please click 'post reply' to discuss below.
Subsidies on electricity ?? Not really true we are paying indirectly
Watched with interest your TV show recently explaining unit cost increases from Jan 2023 so was expecting a difference to my E O N energy bill for January and yes after increased unit price and increased subsidies bottom line remains the same as you suggested. However I was still shocked to see unit cost has risen from…
Working from home 22/23 tax year with stricter rules
I'm aware of the new WFH rules for the 22/23 tax year: "Claiming tax relief on or after 6 April 2022You can claim if your employer has not already paid your expenses and you have additional household costs as a result of working from home. One of the following must also apply: * there are no appropriate facilities…
Is it time to ban Christmas presents? Blog and poll discussion
This is the discussion to link on the back of Martin's blog and poll. Please read the blog first, as this discussion follows it. Read Martin's "Is it time to ban Christmas presents?" Blog. And the vote results: Is it time to stop giving Christmas presents? Christmas has become a retail festival, celebrated by spending and…
Martin Lewis: Energy price freeze rumours - what it means for you, will it work?
This is the discussion to link on the back of Martin's blog. Please read the blog first, as this discussion follows it. Martin Lewis: Energy price freeze rumours - what it means for you, will it work? Please click 'post reply' to discuss below.
How to URGENTLY reclaim PPI for a deceased relative
See Martin's blog: 'How to URGENTLY reclaim PPI for a deceased relative' And let us know your thoughts.
Martin Lewis: How much the Govt expects parents to give their children whilst at university 2020/21
This is the discussion to link on the back of Martin's blog. Please read the blog first, as this discussion follows it. Martin Lewis: How much the Govt expects parents to give their children whilst at university 2020/21 Please click 'post reply' to discuss below.
Martin Lewis: New guide to set up a warm space – somewhere for people to come in from the cold.
This is the discussion to link on the back of Martin's blog. Please read the blog first, as this discussion follows it. Martin Lewis: New guide to set up a warm space – somewhere for people to come in from the cold Please click 'post reply' to discuss below.
Energy Price Cap - Affordable and Simple Proposal
Thursday 8 September 0630 (written prior to Government announcements) ENERGY PRICE CAP FOR DOMESTIC & BUSINESS CONSUMERS It is important that any scheme is Targeted, Viable, Time Limited and Simple to operate. All of the schemes so far proposed fail on some or all of the above criteria. The consumer pays for KW used at the…
Fairest way to repay
Repaying this via general taxation rather than adding it to bills would be fairer as bills are already too high and unlikely to return to previous levels for years, if ever. If it's added to income tax it will be paid by those whose income is above £12,500 (currently), whereas if it's added to bills it will have to paid by…
British Gas - Coincidence I don't think so
Brief history - I was a customer of Peoples Energy whose account was transferred to British Gas. My direct debit was set at £201.96 which was about £40 more than I needed to pay but as due to them not taking a couple of payments during the change over was not a problem. By the end of May I was in a credit situation but…
Five things EVERYONE should know about student finance
This is the discussion to link on the back of Martin's blog. Please read the blog first, as this discussion follows it. Martin Lewis: Five things EVERYONE should know about student finance Please click 'post reply' to discuss below.
MSE News: Martin Lewis issues stark warning to Tory leadership candidates
With the energy price cap now predicted to rise another 65% in October, taking typical bills to a frightening £3,240 a year, MoneySavingExpert.com founder Martin Lewis has warned Conservative party leadership candidates they must act as quickly possible to prevent a "national financial cataclysm". Read the full story:…
Martin at it again or maybe someone is telling porkies
This was from my FB timeline along with 3 more sponsored ads pretty much the same Thousands flock to ATMs after Martin's interview Martin calls on all Britons to take advantage of this... "Last week, he appeared on ITV's This Morning and announced a new "wealth loophole" which he says can transform anyone into a…
Martin Lewis turned down by the Lords
I hear Martin Lewis was turned down by the Lords after applying for a seat. An interview with him talking to Nick Robinson is on BBC sounds here https://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/m0018nfy I'm sorry Martin didn't get in, he would have made a valuable contribution. I despair at our out-dated political system.
If inflation is 10% in September will social rents go up by 11% in April 23
is there any cap on what rents will increase by next year please
Martin Lewis: What I asked the Chancellor to do when I spoke to him on Monday...
This is the discussion to link on the back of Martin's blog. Please read the blog first, as this discussion follows it. Martin Lewis: What I asked the Chancellor to do when I spoke to him on Monday... Please click 'post reply' to discuss below.
Martin Lewis: 'UO is just as important as UX: A tip for anyone developing their website or app'
This is the discussion to link on the back of Martin's blog. Please read the blog first, as this discussion follows it. Martin Lewis: 'UO is just as important as UX: A tip for anyone developing their website or app' Please click 'post reply' to discuss below.
Martin Lewis: Got a cash ISA? You should probably ditch it
This is the discussion to link on the back of Martin's blog. Please read the blog first, as this discussion follows it. Martin Lewis: Got a cash ISA? You should probably ditch it Please click 'post reply' to discuss below.

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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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