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Auto-enrolment forum is pointless
Hi, I would like to highlight my concern with this Auto-enrolment forum. Is it possible to merge the threads in this forum with Pensions, Annuities & Retirement Planning forum since it would mean that posters will no longer post in Auto-enrolment forum therefore getting a far better chance getting the answers from the…
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Honest question - what do we have to agree on to get politics removed from The Money Savers Arms
I hate going to the money saving arms. Brexit is a cancer in there and the general political debate there is depressing. It's at the stage where I either - 1. come to MSE less often 2. given troll farms etc, I have no faith that most of posters are legit. Can MSE be 100% confident the posts haven't been infiltrated? There…
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Front page loads, then disappears and loads again
Recently, when I go to the MSE home page, the page downloads and I can see everything, then it immediately all disappears and downloads all over again. It seems to redirect to another copy of itself with some kind of tracking reference in the URL. It's not too bad when I'm at home on my fast broadband, although it's a bit…
Spam - 05/10/2018
Here's another Indian black magic spammer: https://forums.moneysavingexpert.com/member.php?u=2758345 Don't these people have some PPI/ambulance chasing/tech scam calls to make?
MSE Credit Club report not updating
Hello, I just wanted to say that my MSE Credit report has failed to update, Any suggestions?
Front Page - Main Site
Is there something going on with the front page of the main site? I see a different version sometimes when I open it then it changes again after I have logged into the forum. Not complaining - just asking :o
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Credit club score not updated this month
I've got in the habit of checking credit club twice a month, first for the report update and then for the score update on 1st of month. This month my report updated a few days ago but my score still says "Next update due 1 Oct" (today is 2 Oct) I know the score doesn't necessarily count for much but I'm still labouring…
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Password issue. Help please.
I have misplaced my password. It is still saved on my tablet but not anywhere else. When I go to reset password on phone by entering my e-mail it says not recognised and the forum e-mail does not work. Can you help. Thanking you.
Inaccurate information from MSE
On re-reading some MSE news articles, forum pages and even the Cheap Energy Club, there is a crucial error in the information. (I'll also mention now that I am affected by this but hopefully it doesn't change the accuracy of my comments) All mention of Outfox that I have seen mentions the monthly fee (under whatever guise…
Blocked
Just tried to send a personal message. Sending it resulted in a message that MSE had Blocked this action as it was "suspicious activity"! Anyone else having this problem?
Cheap Energy anomoly
I have managed to get a lower deal on an online comparison site that all of those quoted to me via the cheap energy club. I did not expect that of MSE
MSE News RSS feed been disabled?
Has the MSE News RSS feed been disabled? The last item I’ve seen is: https://www.moneysavingexpert.com/news/2018/09/passport-applicants-hit-out-after-being-given-shorter-than-expec/ I use Newsify, blog.feedspot.com also shows the last item as 1 week ago.
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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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