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Amazon prime for £59 before Black Friday?
Hi all, I’m sure I’ve seen amazon offer their prime subscription for £59 in the run up to Black Friday in previous years. I know they did it earlier this year for amazon prime day, what are the chances of the offer appearing again do you think? I’m already on the months free trial which expires next week - I know, I…
Smart radiator valve £35 for two on kickstarter early bird discount
Got it today via e-mail https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/313176179/novo-the-smartest-radiator-valve
MSE News: Cash Converters website hit by breach
Pawnbroking company Cash Converters has warned customers about a data breach on its old website...Read the full story: 'Cash Converters website hit by breach' Click reply below to discuss. If you haven’t already, join the forum to reply.
MSE News: Amazon delivery overhaul - is yours still free?
If you're buying on Amazon, watch out for unexpected delivery charges. A change to Prime Now means you now have to spend more to get free delivery, while some using its 1-Click service may pay up to £4.75 more because of a default setting... We first reported the 1-Click warning last week, and you can see the original…
Missguided 50%
Hi guys, sorry if this is the wrong place. long time reader of site, But first time poster. Today I was absolutely overjoyed when a 50% missguided code landed in my email Box. Like most savvy shoppers, I tend to shop the sites until a good offer temps me into actually making a purchase. So could you imagine my delight as I…
Money Moral Dilemma: Should I keep my free pair of shoes?
This week's MoneySaver who wants advice asks... I ordered some shoes online, but realised they wouldn’t arrive in time for my holiday. I decided to buy another pair in store and cancelled my online order – I got a refund but the delivery still turned up. Should I ask the company if they want the shoes back? Unfortunately…
Totalrewind
Has anyone brought anything from total rewind as I placed an order e weeks ago and keep emailing them when I might expect my order but they never reply
MSE News: Old £10 notes to be withdrawn in March
The Bank of England is officially withdrawing old £10 notes on 1 March next year...Read the full story: 'Old £10 notes to be withdrawn in March' Click reply below to discuss. If you haven’t already, join the forum to reply.
Radio Times 10 issues for £1
I noticed this offer and can't see that its been posted, please disregard if it has. 10 issues of Radio Times for £1 https://www.buysubscriptions.com/print/radio-times-magazine-subscription?promo=rtcomf17c&style=brand
MSE News: New £10 note unveiled this week – here's a sneak peek
The new plastic £10 note will be unveiled tomorrow – but you'll have to wait until September to get your hands on one...Read the full story: 'New £10 note unveiled this week – here's a sneak peek' Click reply below to discuss. If you haven’t already, join the forum to reply.
Tesco oddity
Box of fireworks reduced from £15.00 to ...£15.01 Presumably to flag it to their system as overstocked but not wanting actually to reduce it.
M&S Friends & Family
Friends & Family -20% starts 16/11 till 20/11.
Elizabeth Arden World Of Colour Makeup Collection
Boots are charging £321 for this, but it's currently on House of Fraser for £86, plus poss another 10% off online offer. Not sure what it's worth in reality but heck of a difference
MSE News: Buying via Amazon 1-Click? You may be charged for delivery by default
Amazon customers ordering via its 1-Click service may pay up to £4.75 more than they need to, because of default settings which mean some are automatically charged even if what they're buying is eligible for free delivery...Read the full story: 'Buying via Amazon 1-Click? You may be charged for delivery by default - even…
Discounted Gift Cards
Hi, if you could all help me out that would be great. I've been happily buying various, primarily Sainsbury's Gift Cards , from "mylogbuy". This was a major portal providing employee benefits to corporates. I enjoyed typically a 5% saving . . Sadly to my dismay now closed since 31st August. . I've used "Zeek" but it's…
Readers Digest
I would like to subscribe to Readers Digest but when I go through to the subscribe site on the website it says it is not safe and therefore I do not dare go through with the process. Surely the Readers Digest is an honest and reputable company? Any thoughts?
Amazon Prime Now minimum spend doubled?
Has anyone else around the country had the Amazon Prime Now minimum spend to qualify for free 2 hour delivery doubled from £20 to £40 with no warning? :mad: Amazon don't seem to want to answer why this has happened. I'm in the Portsmouth area.
Sample sales
For a full list of current Sample Sales see the Regularly Updated: Sample sales page If you've spotted or heard of more Sample Sales... please tells us with as much details as possible, including where you heard about it and any entrance costs. We'll then check out whether its legit and if it is put it all in the sales…
MSE News: Asos introduces 'try before you buy' so you only pay for what you keep
Online fashion store Asos has introduced a 'try before you buy' option for its UK app customers...Read the full story: 'Asos introduces 'try before you buy' so you only pay for what you keep' Click reply below to discuss. If you haven’t already, join the forum to reply.
Can you get Nectar points on giftcards?
Hi First post so sorry if in wrong place. I was wondering if you get nectar points when you buy giftcards in Sainsbury's. Since Tesco scrapped its scheme, I am looking for other ways to boost my points. On a related note: Do you get normal clubcard points on giftcards in Tesco (£1 = 1 point) or do you get nothing at all?

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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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