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Electric Bike Savings
I just read an email which was highlighting discounts on electric bikes by Kalkhoff. They're decent (and quite pricey) bikes so thought these discounts would be helpful for anyone who wanted an electric bike without the full price tag. Kalkhoff Bikes
Beer52 24cans for £30 offer - Amex £10 cashback
Hi Tried the advertised offer, as this weeks Amex discounts also offers £10 back on £20 or more spent at Beer52. So it should be 24 beers for £20... BTW Beer52 is a pain to cancel once on the regular delivery option (you have to call, and they are often engaged) But as this offer is a one-off, as MSE state, that shouldn't…
The Sun: Argos ‘misleading customers’ with clearance ‘sale’ that has NO discount. In all fairness t
The Sun: Argos ‘misleading customers’ with clearance ‘sale’ that has NO discount. In all fairness the actual definition of CLEARANCE items are those that will not be restocked, which in some cases actually attract a premium. In fact clearance items are often bought in bulk and resold on eBay at a premium price BECAUSE of…
Order cancelled because of VPN
I use a VPN at home and I recently purchased some shoes from an online retailer. After about a week they have cancelled my order citing: Your order #7326 has been flagged by our online Fraud Protection Team. As a result and for your protection your order has been placed on hold for 72 hours while we carry out further…
Amazon Prime - is this a new trick? If so, heads up
I bought a few items today, and as usual they tried to get me to sign up for Prime to get free delivery, even though the order was more than £20 on eligible items so was free delivery anyway. As I proceeded to checkout, a screen popped up asking me if I wanted to sign up for Prime. The trick was that the middle of the…
Who makes Next furniture? Or similar?
I’m looking for a new coffee table, side cupboard and TV stand. I rate the Next furniture but last time only have to buy one item and buying 3 is budget stretching to say the least. Does anyone know who sells to Next? Or another company that is very similar but not as expensive?
High Street Haggling Discussion
Hi, we've written a High Street Haggling guide with 20 top techniques and sector-by-sector strategies. If you've tried the techniques mentioned in the guide, were you successful? How much did you save? What are your top bartering tips? Thanks for your help MSE Jenny
Matalan
I have a suitcase bought at Matalan in July 2018. It has only been used half a dozen times within the UK and now one of the wheels is damaged and it can only be carried. I emailed IT luggage as it has a 10 year warranty but they said that as it was purchased within the last 12 months I need to take it back to the retailer…
Confused customers hit with Asos ban under new returns rules - MSE News
Asos customers are reporting that their accounts have been unceremoniously deactivated after the online fashion giant changed its return rules last week...Read the full story: 'Confused customers hit with Asos ban under new returns rules' Click reply below to discuss. If you haven’t already, join the forum to reply.
Do I get loyalty stamps if I pay with a gift card?
Hi If I pay with a gift card in caffe nero, do I still get the loyalty stamps or only if I pay with cash/credit/debitcard? I am close to hitting a bonus target on my credit card so thinking of simply buying some gift cards as I am going to caffe nero regularly.
Clubcard Partners Question
I have transferred over some of my clubcard vouchers to a Goldsmiths voucher to buy a watch. I thought I'd transferred enough over but I hadn't- the watch was more expensive than I'd remembered. I can transfer more vouchers over but am confused by the terms and conditions as they seem to say I can only ever use one…
Online Purchase/e-com guideline help
Hi Hopefully someone can shed some light on this for me. I noticed an incorrectly priced item on a website. I purchased it and paid the postage and packaging. I received a confirmation email confirming all of the details, product description, agreed price etc. Then the next day they took the money. A couple of days later I…
Advice please: TouchNote now have expiry dates on credits.
Hi, I'm just asking for some advice here. I purchased a bundle of TouhNote (UK site) Credits a few years ago - around 2013. TouchNote are a company that will let you send physical postcards to anyone in the world for 1 credit a piece via their app or website. I am about half-way through my credits as I don't have many…
Pre orders and cancelling Prime
Does anyone know how I pay the postage cost on a pre order CD when I cancel Prime trial? Does it automatically update when item is processed? Cd is a limited edition and now OOS so don't want to risk having my order cancelled.
Asos threatens to block customers who return too much - MSE News
Online fashion giant Asos has warned it could start suspending accounts if it suspects customers are wearing clothes before returning them, or returning too many items...Read the full story: 'Asos threatens to block customers who return too much - your rights' Click reply below to discuss. If you haven’t already, join the…
Reading specs 9p in Aldi
These were reduced to 99p about a month ago, now down to 9p.....and includes a pouch type case. They were alongside the tills in my local store yesterday.
Warning : The Garden Factory / Cannock Gates - In Administration
Should anyone have recently placed or be considering placing an order with Cannock Gates or The Garden Factory, please see my post on the "Warnings Board" : http://forums.moneysavingexpert.com/showthread.html?p=4673437#post4673437
'I beat the stamp price hike - by buying £2,500 worth' - MSE News
A MoneySaver who bought £2,500 worth of postage stamps seven years ago says he's delivered on his plan to save £100s - as the costs have increased by up to 69% since 2012...Read the full story: ''I beat the stamp price hike - by buying £2,500 worth'' Click reply below to discuss. If you haven’t already, join the forum to…
Checkoutsmart app denying legitimate receipts/purchases
Hello I've been using Checkoutsmart for years to get cashback on purchases but recently I submitted several receipts which have been denied. The email says: "Your receipt has been processed but has unfortunately been denied on this occasion as it has already been submitted." My friend has also received the same error so I…
Gift card marketplace Zeek warns it's looking for a buyer - MSE N
Online gift card marketplace Zeek has confirmed it's looking for a buyer, as some users complain they haven't received payments for gift cards they've sold - with some claiming to be hundreds of pounds out of pocket...Read the full story: 'Gift card marketplace Zeek warns it's looking for a buyer as users complain of late…

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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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