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Old Style Daily Thursday 27 June 2024
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Weekly Flylady Thread 8th July 2024
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 task easier and quicker. We also…
O/S Daily Sunday 14 th July 2024
Good morning, it's raining here, rained all day yesterday and looks set to do the same today. I went to the butchers yesterday, and also to T*sco, I didn't want much. Our high street would normally be busy on a Saturday morning but it wasn't yesterday. Nothing much going on today, but I have a few jobs I need to do. Hope…
O/S Daily Saturday 13th July 2024
Good morning, just starting, back soon
Old Style Daily Friday 12 July 2024
Morning all. The sky is clear just now though it's not forecasted to stay that way for very long. Today I'm off back down to Northumberland for a comedy show and then onto Penrith on Saturday to spend some time with my closest friends. I'll be back on Sunday. I'm hoping for good driving weather. My thoughts are with all…
June 2024 Grocery Challenge
Welcome to the sixth Grocery Challenge of 2024! ******** Please post your budget in BOLD and HEADING 2 ******** If your new month starts early feel free to join this thread, or if you're still working on your May Budget then keep on posting in the May Challenge. As always this challenge is to reduce your own grocery budget…
Old Style Daily Thursday 11 July 2024
Good morning all.
Old Style Daily Wednesday 10 July 2024
Morning folks. Slow start to my day.
Old Style Daily Tuesday 09 July 2024
Good morning all.
OS Daily Monday July 8th
I'll be back in a bit, just starting this off before I gather my thoughts :)
Heating off, fans on ?
It hit 26.4C in husband's office in Surrey today and was 23C here. Usually, when Spring is much warmer, we would have been in Summer cooling mode since May. When husband came home, we rearranged our bedroom a bit and put a tower fan back in there. We have a Levoit air purifier on 24/7 365 because husband has COPD and we…
Nubuck
I've got a pair of nubuck walking boots. They are in good condition but, originally black, they have seem to have absorbed dust or whatever over time and are now a bit dusty grey/rust and not smart, they also I think could do with some conditioning. I know there are special sprays etc, quite expensive and probably a…
Weekly Flylady Thread 1 July 2024
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…
Old Style 7th July
Morning allWell England managed to scrape through yet again!The gales and rain seem to have given us a break at the moment. Hope everything is calm where you are.Stir fry for dinner and then some Wimbledon and F1 I think. Another sporty day here. Apart from that nothing going on here.Have a good day all x
Old Style Daily Saturday 06 July 2024
It's such a lovely start to the day, perhaps it'll stay that way.
Old Style Daily Friday 05 July 2024
Good morning all. I'm up with the birds after an early trip to the loo. My pathetic injury is still sore in bed despite the ibuprofen gel. The sky is wishy-washy blue which is welcome after heavy overnight rain. Yesterday the weather was really wild, perhaps we've been transported back to December. After a wee rummage in…
Old Style Daily Thursday 04 July 2024
Good morning.
Old Style Daily Wednesday 03 July 2024
Good morning folks.
Old Style Daily Tuesday 02 July 2024
Morning all.
Old Style Daily 1st July
Morning allPinch, punch first day of the monthA bit dull here. Will make a second attempt to get my photo done for my new passport today as forgot on Friday!Well, weren't England lucky last night!Ironing to do laterHave a good day all x

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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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