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Radio Times 12 for £1 including the double Christmas issue
An earlier Radio Times (now £2.30 per issue to buy) had a leaflet with it containing some good offers: http://www.buysubscriptions.com/summer Probably the best of the offers is the Radio Times 12 issues for £1, but there are several more good offers on the same link which might do for yourself or Christmas presents. The…
Beauty Pie
I'm not one for subscription packages, but for those truly addicted to buying new products, Beauty Pie seems to strip back unnecessary costs and sells at factory prices. Guardian review here. I won't be joining as I know what I like and have sufficient supplies! But it might help someone.
benefit @ Boots 2 free gifts offers applying with purchase of 3 items
Online only - Free Benefit Boi-ing Light Deluxe sample when you buy 2 Benefit products Online only - Free Benefit Benebalm lipbalm deluxe sample when you buy 3 Benefit products I added 3 benefit items to my basket and got both free gifts added cheapest item a sharpner for £4.
MSE News: Scam Amazon email leaves consumers out of pocket – protect your bank info
Online shoppers are being conned out of £100s after giving up bank details to bogus emails claiming to be from Amazon...Read the full story: 'Scam Amazon email leaves consumers out of pocket – protect your bank info' Click reply below to discuss. If you haven’t already, join the forum to reply. If you aren’t sure how it…
Argos Offer?
I received an email from Argos for TVs. But what really caught my eye was this great offer. Am I missing something:huh:
Boots sale 2017
Hi all Does anyone know if the 70% sale is happening at Boots?
Poundworld Everything £1
Just visited my local store. They now sell some items for £2, £3. £5 or even £20. Outside as you enter the store the shop front signage is Poundworld everything £1. yet they sell items above this price. how do you stand legally if you pick up a £5 item and they charge you £5. I have entered a store which states everything…
iPhone SE on offer John Lewis, ends 9th March
Fully unlocked, two-year warranty. 64 GB model is £399 http://www.johnlewis.com/browse/electricals/mobile-phones-accessories/iphone/iphone-se/_/N-7bqwZ1z0c8jr .
Amazon Subscribe and Save Hack — save an additional 8-9%
I haven't seen this hack mentioned elsewhere on MSE, so thought I would add it. Most of you will know that Amazon's Subscribe and Save offers a 5% discount on thousands of items without commitment. That increases to 15% if you buy five products each month. If you usually buy two or three products a month, it's worth adding…
Keep or return desk?
First time posting on this board, I have a conundrum and hoping you all will be able to help! I've just moved into a new house and am furnishing it. On the weekend I saw a desk a local charity shop. It's a really lovely piece (and I'm normally fussy about furniture), solid walnut with beautiful proportions. I thought it…
MSE News: Revealed – the top 10 high street stores for haggling
John Lewis and Carphone Warehouse are among the top names on the high street to haggle with, our research reveals... Read the full story: Revealed – the top 10 high street stores for haggling Click reply below to discuss. If you haven’t already, join the forum to reply. If you aren’t sure how it all works, read our New to…
Opinions: Best Supermarket Loyalty Scheme?
Apologies if I'm in the wrong thread, I'm just curious, please advise me where to switch to if so? I've been a member of the Nectar scheme for around three years now and since I have probably redeemed around £60 worth of points since then, and saved me over half the price when filling my car up when money was tight just…
Makro Membership
Hi I wanted to know does anyone one how to join makro? what membership documents are required? Also do you have to be in a certain trade, if you own your business to join. currently in Estate agency trade, if that helps. Thanks.
Free or cheap audio books for Kindle non fiction
I will be having an eye procedure done in four weeks time and struggle with discomfort and light for a few days afterwards. I would like some audio books. Though non fictional, biographies. I had a quick look into free or cheap audio books but tend to be fictional which bores me. I have a Kindle Fire HDX. I don't have a…
Agreed refund then sent item.
Don't post very often, I will try to avoid a wall of text. I have spent a frustrating day trying to arrange a cancellation of an order for a laptop online from Laptops Direct, before I contact them again tomorrow I would like to know my rights. On Saturday I ordered a new laptop paid by on my credit card which was an…
Can't remember name of shoe site - Amazon-owned, 365 days' returns.
Anyone know the name of the UK(?) shoes/bags site, maybe owned by Amazon, which offers 365 days' return? It isn't Zappos, but I can't for the life of me remember the name. I browsed it 2 or 3 years ago and I'm sure it still exists. I don't have any connection to it, but the name stumps me.
John Lewis Refund help
I brought a watch for a xmas gift. It didn't fit the person so I got a refund on the 27th Dec. I haven't received anything yet from John Lewis (JL) and I'm getting a bit worried. I think the JL website said it should take 5 days but I'm not sure how that works with what TSB (my bank) and JL regard as holidays? Any advice?
Does anyone else complete the survey invites on the bottom of your till receipts?
Evening all! Regarding all these survey invites at the bottom of your shopping receipts offering prize money for your opinions of your shopping experience. I was just completing my surveys after my shopping trip today and I was struck with the thought of whether I was wasting my time or not. Does anyone else fill them in…
MSE News: Over 40% of cashback site users don't get paid
This is the discussion thread for the following MSE News Story: "More than four in ten online shoppers hoping for a rebate have not received payment, a study shows ..." Read the full story: Over 40% of cashback site users don't get paid
Why have prescription sunglasses got so expensive?
I've had my regular eye test and my prescription has changed slightly. For anyone who understands these things, it's now: R -2.50 +1.25 22.0 L -2.00 +1.25 160.0 I need to wear glasses for driving, so I'm now on the hunt for prescription sunglasses. Normal glasses were fine, just shy of £12 from Specky Four Eyes.…

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Bank of England cuts base rate to 4.25% – here's what it means for your mortgage and savings
The base rate has been cut to 4.25% from 4.5% by the Bank of England. This rate is used by the central bank to charge other banks and lenders when they borrow money, so the move can impact mortgage and savings rates.
Is now a good time to fix your mortgage or should you wait? Brokers answer as rates continue to fall ahead of expected Base Rate cut
Interest rates on fixed mortgage deals have continued to be cut ahead of this week's decision by the Bank of England on whether to change the Base Rate. But will fixed rates move much further – and should you fix now or wait?
Fixed-rate mortgages continue to fall ahead of expected Base Rate cut – so do brokers think now is a good time to fix?
Interest rates on fixed mortgage deals have continued to be cut ahead of this week's decision by the Bank of England on whether to change the Base Rate. But will fixed rates move much further?
Martin Lewis: How to call your bank by dialling just three numbers
How to call your bank by dialling just three numbers… simply dial 1-5-9. Then you know it's legit. Watch MoneySavingExpert.com founder Martin Lewis' video below, which explains it. And please share – the more people know, the fewer will be scammed.
Martin Lewis: How to call your bank by dialling just three numbers – as 'anti-scam' phone number called over a million times
One million calls have been made to the '159' anti-scam phone number since its launch in 2021, new figures reveal today (Wednesday 30 April). MoneySavingExpert.com founder Martin Lewis – one of the well-known faces most used in scams – explains how to call your bank by dialling just these three numbers.
Martin Lewis: How to call your bank with just three digits – as 'anti-scam' phone number called over a million times
One million calls have been made to the '159' anti-scam phone number since its launch in 2021, new figures reveal today (Wednesday 30 April). MoneySavingExpert.com founder Martin Lewis – one of the well-known faces most used in scams – explains how to call your bank by dialling just these three numbers.
Revealed: Holland & Barrett's supposedly cheaper 'Subscribe & Save' often costs more – it's promised a review after our investigation
Holland & Barrett's 'Subscribe & Save' scheme claims to offer regular shoppers "the best value" – but it failed to do so in the majority of cases MoneySavingExpert.com checked over a five month period. The retailer has now promised to review the scheme after our research found it was often more expensive.
Don't get your passport by post – 360,000 paid more than needed last year
If your passport is due for renewal, apply online if you can – it'll save you £12.50. More than 7 million Brits did just that last year – but over 360,000 missed out on savings by using a paper form instead, MoneySavingExpert.com can reveal.
Sainsbury’s Bank customer? NatWest takes over this week – here's what it means for savers and borrowers
Sainsbury's Bank's savings, credit cards and loans will be taken over by NatWest from Thursday 1 May. For most, this means little will change for now as the Sainsbury's Bank brand will remain, though it's expected to be phased out towards the end of this year. However, if you've over £85,000 saved across both banks, it's worth considering moving any excess elsewhere to ensure your cash remains protected.

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