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Smelly dishwasher
Awful awful ‘wet dog’ smell! We have cleaned out literally everything and every part of our dishwasher, filters, seals, spray arms, then put a dishwasher cleaner on in the empty machine on intensive wash. We always put intensive cycle on anyway. And STILL this awful smell which means I have to rinse a plate to use it! We…
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Old Style Daily Friday 20 June 2025
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Reusing and repurposing - frugal ideas and tips on how to reuse and repurpose virtually everything!
Hello all, I thought it would be a good idea to start a thread on tips and tricks people have found to reuse and repurpose all the things in our lives that have come to the end of their first life, and would otherwise be chucked in recycling/bin. From an environmental perspective recycling should be our last port of call.…
O/S Daily Thursday 19th June 2025
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O/S Daily Wednesday18th June 2025
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Honest guv, I wouldn't of brought it if I knew then what I know now...
I went to a coffee shop today, and the prices weren't easily visible as the magic screen was busy showing me what wonderful Frappuccino I could buy. When it came to displaying the full list of prices, I was a bit taken aback buy the price of my Americano, but I was at the front of the queue with a helpful smiling assistant…
Coffee...
I am used to a daily coffee shop flat white or portadown but soon I may need to cut down due to budget and buying a house. I am here to ask what's the next best thing to a coffee shop which saves a bit of money? I have expensive taste so won't be using instant coffee just want to reduce from £4 a day. I also value…
O/S Daily Tuesday 17th June 2025
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O/S Daily Monday 16th June 2025
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How can I keep cats/wildlife out of my milk deliveries?
The simpliest way would be to get a coolbox but I have limited space in my house as I am an upstairs cottage flat and I currently have a milk holder and have a canvas bag tight around it and when not in use I hook it to the wall in my kitchen. I tend to get about 1 delivery a week damaged by wildlfie, I assume cats as it's…
Weekly Flylady Thread 9th June 2025
Welcome to the weekly Flylady Thread. What is FLYLADY? Well, it's our version of the US flylady idea - but we work on the principle that housework is not fun, it's boring, can be time-consuming, is often thankless but, unfortunately, necessary. It's here on Old Style to provide the support we all need and to make the whole…
O/S Daily Sunday 15th June 2025
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Keto eating
This keto diet makes a lot of sense the more I read, just wondered if anyone does it here? It must be so hard to stay under 50g of carbs per day?
Old Style Daily Saturday 14 June 2025
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Lots more Sneaky Ways to save the pennies
Official MSE Insert: Thanks to Penlope Penguin for starting this legendary thread, which includes everything from [URL="https://forums.moneysavingexpert.com/discussion/comment/70285576#Comment_70285576growing your own veg[/URL] to…
Old Style daily Friday 13th June
Morning all from Mehefinland Friday 13th again! Well will be better than the 12th when we had tremendous downpours in the morning. In the afternoon there was an almighty bang and all the power went off in the village and the surrounding area. A transformer up on a pole in a nearby field had 'exploded'. One of my…
Shop Charity Store in '24!
A shiny thread for chazzer shopping in 2024 - and remember, if you're 'fashion on the ration' then it's 'coupon-free'. If you want to save the planet, boost a cause or stretch your money - come post your finds on here, be they fabulous or funny.
Making pasta pots
Can anyone give me hints and tips about reproducing similar pots to the supermarket ones please? I love the basic pasta with dressing, pine nuts and cheese and can enjoy the one with garlic mayo. Now they have gone up to nearly £5😲 and I've had a go at them. My problem seems to be that I can't make them the day before or…
May 2025 Grocery Challenge
Welcome to the fifth Grocery Challenge of 2025! As always this challenge is to reduce your own grocery budget to levels that you will be pleased with, not forgetting that we always recommend that you stay inside your own comfort levels and take things gently one step at a time. Remember that this is not a…

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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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