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Are you on a fixed energy tariff?
Poll started 12 July 2022 With the energy market in crisis, usual switching habits have been turned on their head in the past year, so this week, we want to know whether you're on a fix or standard variable tariff. Let us know in this week's poll. Click here to vote in the poll Did you vote? Are you surprised at the…
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MSE Poll: Do you carry a wallet or purse?
Poll started 5 July 2022 This week's Money Tips email is all about Martin's Wallet Workout – but in this digital age, how many of us actually still carry a wallet or purse? Let us know in this week's poll.Click here to vote in the poll Did you vote? Are you surprised at the results so far? Have your say below. If you…
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MSE Poll: How do you normally pay for things while on holiday abroad?
Poll started 28 June 2022 The summer hols are only a few weeks away - and that means thousands of Brits will be heading overseas. This week we want to know how you normally pay for things when you're on holiday overseas. Do you stick to cash, or do you think a credit card gets you more bang for your buck (euro, or dong)?…
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MSE Poll: How do you rate your mobile network's service and coverage?
Poll started 21 June 2022We 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 (see our Mobile networks guide for who piggybacks on…
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MSE Poll: Have you changed your driving habits due to soaring fuel costs?
Poll started 14 June 2022As petrol and diesel prices soar, hitting records of 185p and 191p per litre respectively, we want to know if you and/or your family have had to change your driving habits in response... Click here to vote in the poll Did you vote? Are you surprised at the results so far? Have your say below. If…
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FLAWED POLL
This poll is flawed. There should be a category for those who already use the fuel saving tactics as I have done for 3 decades. So I do not fall into the category as having changed habits, nor am I like many who have not changed habits and also not used the fuel savers. Please think of all options when making a poll. Do…
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MSE Poll: When did you last use your bank branch?
Poll started 31 May 2022Whether it's down to customer behaviour, cost-cutting or both, banks are closing branches left, right and centre. This month alone, Lloyds Banking Group and Barclays have announced the closure of more than 50 branches, while TSB has has already closed 44 branches so far this year and plans to close…
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MSE Poll: Have you changed what you're paying into a pension because of the cost of living crisis?
Poll started 7 June 2022Soaring inflation means we now need to spend more just to pay bills and put food on the table. This week, we want to know if the cost of living crisis has impacted the amount you're able to save into your pension. Click here to vote in the poll Did you vote? Are you surprised at the results so far?…
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MSE Poll: How did you buy your mobile phone?
Poll started 24 May 2022Mobiles are often pricey, but some ways of buying them are more MoneySaving than others. So this week, we want to know how you purchased your phone. 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 already, join the forum to…
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MSE Poll: What is it appropriate to borrow for?
Poll started 17 May 2022The cost of living crisis has, sadly, left many needing to borrow more to make ends meet. This week, we want to know if it has also changed attitudes about when it's right or wrong to borrow. We've listed 22 options and want to know which you feel is appropriate to borrow for, or if it's appropriate…
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MSE Poll: When did you last switch your bank account?
Poll started 3 May 2022Competition's been fierce in recent months, with 'bribes' of up to £175 offered to those willing to switch (see Best bank accounts). So whether you wanted better service, interest on your savings or just free cash – tell us when you last switched? Or if it's been a while or you've never done it, tell…
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MSE Poll: How much has your energy direct debit increased by in the last two months?
Poll started 12 April 2022The energy price cap rose by an average 54% on 1 April, with millions seeing their energy bills skyrocket. But many are reporting higher percentage rises, so we want to know how much firms are increasing direct debits by. Click here to vote in the poll Did you vote? Are you surprised at the…
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MSE Poll: How much do you spend on birthdays each year?
Poll started 10 May 2022Martin celebrated his landmark 50th birthday this week, and naturally we celebrated 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.…
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MSE Poll: Have you switched off your central heating?
Poll started 26 April 2022Soaring energy bills and warmer spring weather have seen many turn off their heating in recent days and weeks. This week, we want to know if you've turned off your central heating yet, and if so, whether it was mainly down to weather or cost? Click here to vote in the poll Did you vote? Are you…
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MSE Poll: Parcel delivery firms: which are the best and worst?
Poll started 4 January 2022With 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 ninth annual poll to check how couriers are doing, and…
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EDF
HI I don't know if i can get any help through this forum Or Indeed get my problem highlighted to the media. I have recently had my new Electricity Bill in from EDF, they have increased my Monthly DD from £175.00 PM to £850.00 PM effective from the 1st May. I have a Economy 10 Smart Meter and was switched to EDF after the…
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MSE Poll: When did you last move your savings?
Poll started 19 April 2022With top-pick rates at their highest level in over two years, 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…
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MSE Poll: Energy smart meters: what's your view?
Poll started 5 April 2022Over 26 million smart meters have been installed across England, Scotland and Wales. They come with in-home displays showing you information about your energy usage in real time, so can help you identify where you can cut back – especially important right now. Plus they automatically send meter…
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How much has your energy direct debit increased by in the last two months?
Up until April 2022 I was paying £105 per month for my gas and electricity bill by direct debit to Shell. They have just put it up to £423 per month. I stopped the direct debit so I wouldn't have to fight to get the money back, and I asked to be billed monthly in arrears only for the energy I have used and for which I…
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Shell increase
My DD has increased from £75's a month to £176's a month. I'm in Band E on a pension and will get no help. I suspect that it is the daily standing charge which has increased as well as the actual cost of energy used. I can do nothing about the daily standing charges.