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Martin's blogs & appearances & MSE in the news

A place to discuss any Martin Lewis media appearances or MoneySavingExpert content you've seen in the news.

"I love my Energy Monitor – do you have one?" blog discussion
This is the discussion to link on the back of Martin's blog. Please read the blog first, as this discussion follows it. Read Martin's "I love my Energy Monitor – a definite MoneySaver – do you have one?" blog Please click reply to discuss below.
"We already have a graduate tax - just a better version" blog discussion
This is the discussion to link on the back of Martin's blog. Please read the blog first, as this discussion follows it. Read Martin's "We already have a graduate tax - just a better version" blog Please click reply to discuss below.
'Help! How do I explain student finance to 16,000 kids at a rock concert?' blog
This is the discussion to link on the back of Martin's blog. Please read the blog first, as this discussion follows it. Read Martin's "Help! How do I explain student finance to 16,000 kids at a rock concert?" Blog. Please click 'post reply' to discuss below.
'When will EDF hike its prices?' blog discussion
This is the discussion to link on the back of Martin's blog. Please read the blog first, as this discussion follows it. Read Martin's "When will EDF hike its prices?" Blog. Please click 'post reply' to discuss below.
'10k in 49:21, but still overtaken by 1,000s (then I ran home!)' blog discussion
This is the discussion to link on the back of Martin's blog. Please read the blog first, as this discussion follows it. Read Martin's "10k in 49:21, but still overtaken by 1,000s (then I ran home!)" Blog. Please click 'post reply' to discuss below.
'Student Finance 2012 changes – it's time to tackle the ignorance' blog discussion
This is the discussion to link on the back of Martin's blog. Please read the blog first, as this discussion follows it. Read Martin's "Student Finance 2012 changes – it's time to tackle the ignorance" Blog. Please click 'post reply' to discuss below.
“I’ll discount it for the fault, but then you can’t return it for other faults.”
This is the discussion to link on the back of Martin's blog. Please read the blog first, as this discussion follows it. Read Martin's "I’ll discount it for the fault, but then you can’t return it for other faults" Blog. Please click 'post reply' to discuss below.
'Should Pippa Middleton work for free?' blog discussion
This is the discussion to link on the back of Martin's blog. Please read the blog first, as this discussion follows it. Read Martin's "Should Pippa Middleton work for free?" Blog. Please click 'post reply' to discuss below.
'Like student protests today’s strikes boil down to ‘who pays?’ blog discussion
This is the discussion to link on the back of Martin's blog. Please read the blog first, as this discussion follows it. Read Martin's "Like student protests today’s strikes boil down to ‘who pays?’" Blog. Please click 'post reply' to discuss below.
'49:59! Hoorah!' blog discussion
This is the discussion to link on the back of Martin's blog. Please read the blog first, as this discussion follows it. Read Martin's "49:59! Hoorah!" Blog. Please click 'post reply' to discuss below.
In the light of hacking dead soldiers family members
Are you now going to shut up shop at the News of The World?
'1p Father's Day cards: is it the thought or the cost that counts?' blog discussion
This is the discussion to link on the back of Martin's blog. Please read the blog first, as this discussion follows it. Read Martin's "1p Father's Day cards: is it the thought or the cost that counts?" Blog. Please click 'post reply' to discuss below.
MoneySaving Tips for Newsround’s nine-year-olds
This is the discussion to link on the back of Martin's "MoneySaving Tips for Newsround’s nine-year-olds" blog. Please read the blog first, as the discussion follows it. Read Martin's "MoneySaving Tips for Newsround 9 year olds" Blog
'Is today the beginning of the end of the UK debt illiteracy?' blog discussion
This is the discussion to link on the back of Martin's blog. Please read the blog first, as this discussion follows it. Read Martin's "Is today the beginning of the end of the UK debt illiteracy?" Blog. Please click reply to discuss below.
'What does £175 buy you? – The full list!' blog discussion
This is the discussion to link on the back of Martin's blog. Please read the blog first, as this discussion follows it. Read Martin's "What does £175 buy you? – The full list!" Blog. Please click 'post reply' to discuss below.
'ICICI: Is it safe?' blog discussion
This is the discussion to link on the back of Martin's blog. Please read the blog first, as this discussion follows it. Read Martin's 'ICICI: Is it safe?' Blog. Click reply to discuss below.
'Please leave me alone to look at menu! Overseas restaurant touts' blog discussion
This is the discussion to link on the back of Martin's blog. Please read the blog first, as this discussion follows it. Read Martin's "Please leave me alone to look at the menu! Overseas restaurant touts counter-productive." Blog. Please click 'post reply' to discuss below.
'Is it time to end the 'always pay off your 0% balance transfer' before it...' blog
This is the discussion to link on the back of Martin's blog. Please read the blog first, as this discussion follows it. Read Martin's "It's time to end the 'always pay off your 0% balance transfer' before it ends rule?" Blog. Please click 'post reply' to discuss below.
Ask Martin questions in the guardian
see here: http://www.guardian.co.uk/money/blog/2011/jun/08/martin-lewis-money-saving-expert Probably more chance of a question getting an answer here but you can try if you want to be listed in a newspaper!
Patient Line is a disgusting disgrace Blog Discussion
This is the discussion to link on the back of Martin's "Patient Line is a disgusting disgrace... judge a nation on how it treats its sick" blog. Please read the blog first, as the discussion follows it. Read Martin's "Patient Line is a disgusting disgrace... judge a nation on how it treats its sick" Blog

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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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