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NtK from PCM (parking control management (UK) Ltd) am I doing this right?
Hi So I received a NtK (below) following the placement on the vehicle I am the registered keeper of a PCN on 27/01/2026, upon discovery of the PCN on the windscreen pictures were taken (see below) and it shows that despite it looking like the tyre was on the "line" it actually wasn't. I am planning on using the slightly…
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Should I Transfer Or Withdraw/Deposit? - Cash ISA
This might be a dumb question but I'm not sure on what best to do. I have just over £15k in my Moneybox Cash ISA, currently getting 3.45% interest. I've had this ISA for over a year now and I've not deposited any money in this tax year. I also have an outstanding loan of about £5k which has about 12% interest on so I…
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Placed an order to sell my old phone and heard nothing back after sending the good
I placed an order on a e-commerce retailer to sell my old phone, and it generated a label automatically for tracked postage. It said "same day payment" after receiving the goods on the website but I haven't got money yet. The postage is tracked as delivered, but my order remains pending on the website. I left a message…
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flexible border recommendations
A very good morning all I am looking for flexible (maybe) border edging. I have a robo mower, so need (budget) lawn edging, but the lawn is not a straight edge, some is, some isn't. I am thinking plastic as it would last longer and be more flexible than wood, but robust enough to survive the strimmer. I think it would need…
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UK Garden/Plants advice website/group ?
Anyone recommend a really good website/forum etc for garden/plant advice and inspiration I've tried a few and most dont have any designers or experienced gardeners/experts to answer any of my questions Thanks
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Driving test Theory Q.
One of these Qs which provokes a "Well, it shoorely depends?" response… "What should you do when you are parked up in fog?" a) Put your parking light on? b) Leave your fog light and dripped beams on? Can't remember the other two options. To cut to t'chase, when asked (by daughter), I assumed that this meant you had pulled…
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There is always tomorrow
We live on a smallholding in rural Wales. We don't keep any other animals than horses that are oldies now and it is only me and DH at home. Compared with a few years ago there is a lot less to be paying for although the costs of previous years have caught up with us and we are paying loans and credit cards. The purpose of…
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MSE News: Asda launches first-ever loyalty scheme offering discounts on groceries
Asda has rolled out its 'Asda Rewards' loyalty scheme nationwide after trialling it in a small number of stores in England. The move means shoppers across the UK can now earn money-off vouchers to use towards their shopping at the supermarket chain. Read the full story: 'Asda launches first-ever loyalty scheme offering…
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Council Tax Band Challenge failed
Hi there, I’m in need of advice. I’ve lived in my property nearly 8 years and have only just been made aware that my council tax is too high. I’m in band D for a 2 bed semi-detached property built in 2018 and as this was my first house purchase, I was not aware that this is not normal, especially for my house value. I have…
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NatWest change to biometric data policy
See here from 20th May 2026 they can use your biometric data without your consent now to prevent fraud for legitimate reasons. https://www.ukbusinesstimes.co.uk/natwest-may-20-2026-alert/
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Bulk LPG - Cheapest suppliers / supply route?
Hi all, Moved into a house in Jan that has a bulk LPG tank, which was previously supplied (and the tank is owned by) Calor. The contract they were really keen for me to sign was quite a restrictive lock in one and after speaking and a bit of negotiating they dropped the standing charge and discounted the pence per litre by…
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Retailer refunded directly when credit card chargeback raised - thoughts?
Ordered goods online and paid by credit card. UK customer buying from UK- based retailer. Parcel arrived with some items damaged (due to inadequate packaging) and others having been substituted with inappropriate alternatives (i.e. beyond the bounds of what one might consider reasonable substitution). Raised matter…
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Energy efficient heating advice
Hi - we recently moved into a barn conversion property and are now considering our options for upgrading the heating solution and would really appreciate some advice from the experts on here. Relevant details are: - conversion completed in 1980s - solid stone walls, no additional insulation - open plan downstairs (6.5m x…
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Nobody to sign passport photos, anyway out of it
I would like and really need a passport. Due to ill health I haven't been able to travel so haven't ever had an adult one (only child one was when I was on my mother's old passport) but I have a chance to go away this year. The thing is, I have nobody to sign my photos. I looked at it before and gave up as I had nobody but…
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UK Parking LTD keeper appeal deleted – Castle Car Park Windsor
Hi all, Could I get a quick sense check on an issue with an IPC operator (UK Parking Ltd – Castle Car Park Windsor, CASTLE 004)? I’ve read the MSE Newbies thread (after the timeline before unfortunately) , so I’m not looking to jump straight into IAS arguments, just trying to understand whether the process here has gone…
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Bankruptcy and Help to Buy
Hi Has anyone gonna bankrupt and managed to keep there help to buy house??? It’s just I have read that it breaks the rules and they can call in the loan. Tried to call help to buy but they can’t answer what would happen as i need financial/legal help. when i explained no i just want to know as long as we can keep up…
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TV licence - Netflix
I have cancelled my TV licence as I don't watch live TV, and thought because I do watch Netflix I was ok because of the advice MSE provides. However, I have received yet another letter and checked on the tvl.co.uk website and that says you need a licence to watch Netflix. Is MSE advice wrong, or have I misunderstood it.…
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Dispute with tradesperson. Looking for advice
Hi everyone, I’m looking for some advice regarding a dispute with a tradesperson (electrician/plumber). We paid him via bank transfer between October and November 2025 for a mix of electrical, plumbing and plastering work at our property. The payments were made in stages as the work progressed, rather than in one lump sum.…
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Plug in solar
https://www.euronews.com/green/2024/07/23/solar-balconies-are-booming-in-germany-heres-what-you-need-to-know-about-the-popular-home- There was an item on radio four about a booming trend of pug in solar, in Germany. I got the impression that you just plug it into your 13amp socket and it gets used by your appliances. Have…
