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Virgin abroad fee free
Virgin is fee free for spending and cash abroad. Are they going to lose it, or are Nationwide customers going to gain it?
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Turkish Airlines Miles and Smiles Rewards
I have had problems trying to convert miles for a gift card. My wife and I have around 16000 miles, each equating to about £80 in vouchers. I tried to convert these but the TA App suggested I had to verify my account first. They offer several ways to do this but none are really suitable. Examples are "Quick Verification "…
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MSE Forum Poll: Have you booked a summer holiday yet?
Spring has sprung and summer is just around the corner. There's sunscreen on shop shelves and suitcases ready to be dusted off. Sorted a summer getaway? Holding off for a last minute deal? Giving it a miss this year? Vote in the poll and share your thoughts in the thread.
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Vinted - shouldn't they be regulated?
Hi. I am really unhappy with Vinted and asking should Vinted really be regulated. My wife sold four items in two different transactions to the same buyer. One of the items, a porcelain plant pot was damaged. It had been wrapped in bubble wrap and put into a cardboard box. The day that payment was sent to be sent, Vinted…
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Santander Edge Saver ending.
One of my Santander Edge savers is ending. My 6% interest will drop to 3.5%. What's the process ? Wait until it matures then close it and open a new 6% one ?
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Heathrow drop off PCN £40 APCOA Cancelled
Dear all, I forgot to pay the drop off charge at LHR on mid April 26. Received a PCN for £40. Appealed on line as per recommended template, submitted on 1 May 26. I appeal as keeper. I am not obliged to identify the driver, and I decline to do so. I appeal on the following grounds: You are unable to transfer liability to…
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Notice of Discontinuation received
so after 19 months and a court hearing scheduled to take place on 26th June 2026, I have today received NoD 🎉🎉 Thank you for all of the help and advice received from various people, I absolutely couldn’t have done it without you. It is bitter sweet though as I’ve spent so much time and stress over this but ultimately got…
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Defence for DCB Legal claim
Hi all, Thank you to those people who have created the newbies thread information, I have so far followed that and have recently received the claim form from DCB Legal on behalf of Smart Parking. There are a few facts about my case that I want to mention as I'm not sure what to say in paragraph 3 of defence form. * The…
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County Court Hearing for Parking Charge, However Ignored the POPLA Process
Hi there, I have a county court hearing for an unpaid Parking Charge as the Registered Driver of the car, as I have photographic proof at there is insufficient signage at the car park. However, I realised that I ignored the POPLA appeals process, which could count against me. I didn't believe that this was a legitimate…
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PCN for Lease Car
Hi all, I've read through the newbies sticky but only after submitting an appeal directly to the operator, so I'm not 100% sure I can use any of the templates from Edna Basher at this stage. I lease a car through my company (I'm one of the directors) via Lex Autolease. I was forwarded the NTK (Contravention date 29 Match,…
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Claim Form received from Smart Parking
Hi There, I've had Claim Form letter through the post from from HM Courts and Tribunals service, with a money claim against me for a parking charge in 2022. I've already done some actions, and I have read through the guides however I'm still a little lost, so I'm posting here to check what I've done and any advice what to…
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UKCPS - HM Courts & Tribunals Letter
My wife had a parking fine from UKCPS in January 2024 when she was at the gym, Total Fitness in Wrexham. The gym was busy (as they are in January) and the car park was full, She parked in one of the disabled bays and asked if that was ok with the receptionist, and was told it was. She later received a Notice to Keeper with…
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Eurocarparks DCB LEGAL court claim 2025
Hi All, I have read multiple threads and the newbie page. There are mixed opinions and I want to be safe and not make any mistake. Hence this post. I got the letter in the 1st week of September for the fine which was on 27/7. Parked to watch fire works which was after 10pm, but wasn't aware after retail park is closed 8pm…
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Bulbs for outdoor lights
I want 2 up & down dusk to dawn outside lights to replace old fashioned lanterns. I’ve found the lights but struggling to grasp lumens/watts. I need 2 x GU10 LEDs per light & AI tells me I don’t need dimmable. Product says max 7W I think 345lumen will be bright enough but, looking at Screwfix, do I buy 3.6W 4.2W 4.6W or…
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Income tax when inheriting pension
Hi, new here so hope I’ve posted in right category. My mom sadly passed away aged 65 (under the 75 threshold) the pension company are ready to release the funds but have strongly advised seeking financial advice before taking it as a lump sum due to income tax. However financial advice seems to be pricey. After hours of…
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Smart Parking PCN - NTK Error
Hello, I have a PCN from Smart Parking via ANPR (no windscreen ticket) The Notice To Keeper arrived later than required as outlined in POFA Schedule 4 paragraph 8 Date of contravention: 28/03/26 Date issued: 13/04/26 Which exceeds the 14 days required to serve the NTK. This would be the main point to appeal to the IAS. Is…
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Face-to-face banking access to be reviewed
A new review aimed at protecting face-to-face banking access in the UK for those who need it has been welcomed by MoneySavingExpert.com founder Martin Lewis, who says banks have a "social contract to support these things"… Read the full story here: Face-to-face banking access to be reviewed If you haven't already, join the…
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Executive Officer Position
Hi, I've received an interview invite for an Executive Officer position at a primary school. My background has much crossover but I'm from the banking world. I was very surprised that the window of the advert was so short, approximately two weeks and interview invites arrived so quickly after the window closed. Does anyone…
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parking fine
I have recently been to a cafe in my local area and the car park has been taken over by a private firm. We now need to put our car registration in at the cafe. I visited in March and got a fine through the post. I appealed and sent them a proof of purchase from the cafe but they have rejected my appeal. I have been on…
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Advice and experience of wool duvets please
I'm thinking of getting a wool duvet as I'm fed up of my duvets getting clumped and trying to get mainly natural fibres. Some claim to be good in cold and warm weather. I'd welcome experience and recommendations, particularly ones that can be washed at home , or if too large at the launderette. Many thanks
