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The 2021 Christmas Deals Predictor is here! 🎄
Each year for the past 8 years, our fab Deals team have pulled together a long list of Christmas deal predictions to try and help you get items you’re looking out for at the best price. And we’re excited to announce that this year’s Christmas Deals Predictor is now officially LIVE! ❄️ So, if you’re on the hunt for…
Co-op's Christmas Stamps Scheme - can anyone get the stamps?
(apologies if this is in the wrong place - feel free to move it) Following on from the "Supermarket Christmas boost" article in yesterday's "MSE's Money Tips" email, we've used the Co-ops Christmas Stamps Scheme for several years, as it represents a ~4% return on savings (as long as you accept that you're OK that the money…
control your spending in Black Friday
Hi everyone, so black friday is coming up and lot of deals are already out there in the market. Do you think the deals really save your money or they actually make you spend more? Personally, i feel like we end up spending more than we plan to due to the attractive offers. is there any website where we can actually track…
Wowcher postage charges?
I've purchased 3 of the same item on Wowcher but when I go to redeem I can only redeem one at a time and am being charged separate postage for each item. Is this correct?
Black Friday 2021: predictions from the MSE Deals Team
Black Friday 2021 is next week and our deals team have been working hard to pull together some early predictions. Based on what we saw last year, there could be some good deals to be had if you’re looking for specific items. But these are of course just predictions at the moment. The team will be updating the page once…
BBC Good Food Magazine Subscription Price Hike
This info might be useful if you get a letter with a very large increase in price for a magazine subscription from Immediate Media Company. I have had a subscription for the BBC Good Food magazine for several years, paying £16.99 every six months by Direct Debit for six monthly print issues delivered to my home. This…
Pre Black Friday price increase?!
On 4 Oct Dreams had the TEMPUR CoolTouch™ Sensation Supreme Mattress for £1599. I thought I would wait ‘til Black Friday to see if it was reduced. So, keeping an eye on things, today they have it at £1699… is that ready for a £100 reduction on Black Friday!? I suppose they will say it’s cost has gone up due to everything…
Global Shortage Surcharge
I recently bought some decorative cladding from a local retailer, and on the invoice there was an item called 8% Global Shortage Surcharge. This amount was added to the net total and then VAT was added. So the 8% surcharge is further increased by 20%. Is this another excuse for a price hike?
Boots Advantage Card Extra Points Event
Hi does anyone know when the next Boots Extra Advantage Card points event will be please? TIA FTD
Shoppix payment issues.
Back on Sunday i redeem points for a paypal payment and got email back from them saying payment would be done on Monday. Monday has come and gone and still no payment. i have emailed them a couple of times but with no answer from them so has anyone else had payment issues with them this week? never had any issues with them…
NECTAR CARD POINTS MISSING POINTS
Hi I have had points transferred from avios to nectar and sure enough the points were transferred after 10 days without fail. However i went into to various sainsburys stores to use my nectar points off my supermarket shopping and the checkout service machines showed i had a balance of 257 points worth 2 pounds wheras my…
Are there any reliable Sealskinz alternative places to shop
Hi all, Hope ive placed this post in the right place. Im looking at getting some sealskinz products (hat gloves and socks ) for winter and when doing a search ive found that there are other places that seem to offer the same products but at a reduced price. I am thinking of getting them but the price has made me think…
Shops that take Nationwide bank transfer and ship abroad?
Hello, I have a bank account which only allows me to send money to another Nationwide bank account. In order to make use of it, while I am abroad, I was thinking of spending that money in some shop that account IBAN bank transfer and shipped overseas, but of course, it would have to be very trustworthy, as it is a way of…
20% Cashback at Boots with Quidco
Not sure how long this offer lasts as it doesn't state an expiry on the Quidco App. I've just made a purchase at Boots via Quidco and it did indeed track at 20%.
Groats and Farthings return
Https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-58597693 Just when I have accepted decimal
Good online flower delivery service?
I'm looking for a flower delivery service. Doesn't have to be a fancy arrangement, just a nice fresh bunch of flowers that will arrive on time and last for a few days and not require a lot of effort for the recipient. The recipient will appreciate the thought more than that a huge amount has been paid. Any suggestions?
Boots Star Gifts
Apparently, they are starting shortly so my friend says. Is anyone interested?
Does anyone know what happens with Yodel collections if you're out?
Basically I ordered something from eBuyer. Found it cheaper elsewhere so emailed them to cancel the order. They never replied and sent the item anyway. I emailed them again saying I need to return it, so they arranged a collection for tomorrow. However, I have to go somewhere tomorrow so won't be in all day (from 9am til…
Costa Coffee Club ‘changing’
So usually these things mean your pts or equivalent are worth less, take it that is the case with this?
Back to school, back to work and back to saving money - we've 18 key savers to ease you into autumn
September is a time when many people's focus switches from time-off and holidays to getting back to the normal routines (well, normal for a pandemic) of work and school. Read the full story: 'Back to school, back to work and back to saving money - we've 18 key savers to ease you into autumn' If you haven’t already, join…

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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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