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MSE Poll: How much do you have in cash savings (and is it safe)?
Poll started 18 April 2023Bank collapses are back in the news right now after solvency crises at the likes of Credit Suisse and Silicon Valley Bank. It's left many people wondering whether their UK savings are safe (they are, normally up to £85,000 per bank – see more in our Are my savings safe? guide). So this week we…
MSE Poll: How much do you spend each month on household bills?
Poll started 11 April 2023This April is set to be like no other, with costs going up in most areas. This week we want to know how much you spend each month on household bills (for example, energy, council tax, groceries and so on – but excluding rent or mortgage) and how much they've increased by since this time last year.…
MSE Poll: Have you got an electric car?
Poll started 4 April 2023The push towards electric vehicles (EVs) is growing and is likely to become more of a focus with the sale of new petrol and diesel cars to be banned by the end of 2030. For all the need-to-knows on EVs see our electric vehicle guide. Let us know in this weeks poll whether you've already got an EV…
MSE Poll: Do you have an ISA?
An ISA is a savings account where you'll not pay tax on the interest – and in the 2022/23 tax year, you can put up to £20,000 into one if you're 16 or over. With only two weeks left to use up this year's ISA allowance, we want to know whether you use an ISA to save, and if so, what kind? Let us know now. Did you…
MSE Poll: How much do you pay into your pension?
Poll started 14 March 2023Pensions are a pot of cash that is put aside to support you later in life when you're no longer working. But according to new data, 12.5 million people are not saving enough into their pension to maintain their current standard of living when they retire. So, we want to know how much you pay into…
MSE Poll: Do you have a will? If not, why not?
Poll started 7 March 2023If you want to dictate where your assets go when you die, you need a will – a legal document telling everyone what should happen to your money, possessions and property. Wills can be made cheaply, and sometimes for free (see our Cheap wills guide). But do you have a will, and if not, why not? Click…
MSE Poll: How do you rate your broadband provider?
Poll started 28 February 2023We can tell you which are the cheapest broadband providers, but to keep our customer service ratings updated, we need your help. Please rate your BROADBAND provider on customer service (not price) over the past SIX MONTHS. Click here to vote in the poll. Did you vote? Are you surprised at the…
MSE Poll: How much do you spend on birthdays each year?
Poll started 21 February 2023It’s MSE’s 20th birthday this week (hooray!), and naturally we're celebrating by updating our Birthday freebies guide – a round-up of the best goodies you can claim on your birthday. While another trip around the sun is a perfect excuse to treat yourself and others, the cost can really add up.…
MSE Poll: How much do you spend on average each week on groceries?
Poll started 14 February 2023Food prices are rising at levels not seen since 1977, with the cost of essentials such as milk, cheese and eggs going up by 30% or more over the past year. So this week, we want to know how much, on average, you spend on your weekly grocery shop. Click here to vote in the poll. Did you vote?…
When did you last use your bank branch?
Poll started 31 January 2023Whether it's down to customer behaviour, cost-cutting or both, banks are closing branches left, right and centre. This month alone, Barclays has said it will close another 30 branches. So this week, we wanted to know when you last used your main bank's branch. Click here to vote in the poll. Did…
MSE Poll: What proportion of your income is spent on your mortgage/rent?
Poll started 7 February 2023Take what you pay on your mortgage or rent (including any service charges or ground rent but NOT council tax, insurance or other bills), and let us know roughly what percentage of your monthly take-home pay/income it is. We're also keen to know whether you've remortgaged and/or whether how much…
MSE Poll: Parcel delivery firms: which are the best and worst?
Poll started 10 January 2023With more of us shopping online, parcel delivery firms are playing an increasingly important role in many people's lives – and of course they've been under intense pressure lately, particularly in the run-up to Christmas. So it's time for our 10th annual poll to check how couriers are doing, and…
MSE Poll: How do you rate your bank account's service?
Poll started 24 January 2023 Every six months, we ask for your help to track the quality of customer service provided by banks. By comparing your answers with last time, we can see which have got better or worse. Please vote based on CUSTOMER SERVICE for your main CURRENT ACCOUNT over the last SIX MONTHS. Ignore rates or…
MSE Poll: Have you booked your summer holiday?
Holidays have been back on the agenda this year for many, with most travel restrictions now dropped. But with the cost of living increasing, many people might be deciding to spend less or to stay closer to home. So this week, we want to know if you've got a summer getaway booked and, if you have, whether you've spent more…
MSE Poll: How do you rate your mobile network's service and coverage?
Poll started 03 January 2023We want to find out how each provider rates for service (how it treats you) and coverage (how strong the signal is when you need it). In truth, there are only four main networks providing signals – the rest use these, but under their own brands. Please rate the firm that provides your mobile…
MSE Poll: What's your favourite Christmas film?
Poll started 28 December 2022It's Christmas, so for this week's poll, we're going to have a bit of fun. We've selected some festive films and we want you to tell us which is your favourite. Click here to vote in the poll. Did you vote? Are you surprised at the results so far? Have your say below. If you haven't…
MSE Poll: Have you haggled with Sky, BT, the AA or any other companies this year? Did you succeed?
Poll started 06 December 2022 Haggling can result in big savings – on anything from digital TV and broadband to breakdown cover and car insurance. Each year we try to gauge the success rates of those who have done it. So whether you've got cheaper prices, extra goods or better deals, please let us know how successful…
MSE Poll: Do you use credit cards?
Poll started 20 December 2022 Credit cards are like fire. Used right they're a useful tool, but get it wrong and they burn. Many use them to collect points or cashback on spending they'd do anyway, but for others they're just another debt that needs to be paid. So this week, we want to know if you have a credit card and if…
MSE Poll: When did you last move your savings?
Poll started 1 November 2022 With the top rates at their highest for more than a decade, it's important to check your savings are earning as much interest as they can – and if not, move them (see Top savings accounts for the current best buys). Yet we know switching savings isn't everyone's top priority. So when was the…
MSE Poll: How often do you dip into your savings?
Poll started 13 December 2022 An easy-access savings account allows you to deposit and (perhaps more importantly) withdraw whenever you like. But, with rates often lower than for fixed savings accounts ‒ where your money's locked away for a set period ‒ we wondered how often you're taking advantage of the 'access' element…

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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.
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 Payments 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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