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MSE Poll: What financial support have you accessed during the pandemic?
Poll started 19 January 2021The coronavirus crisis has hit the UK economy hard, with millions struggling financially as a result. Support from the Government, local councils and financial firms has been through the furlough scheme, self-employment grants, benefits, mortgage and other credit repayment holidays and more –…
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MSE Poll: How much data do you use on your mobile?
Poll started 12 January 2021Smartphones are an essential part of everyday life for many, with streaming, gaming, social networking and more all increasingly done on data-hungry mobiles. But with the pandemic leading many to spend more time at home (often on Wi-Fi), we want to see how much mobile data you now go through in…
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MSE Poll: How do you rate your energy provider's recent service?
Poll started 10 December 2020Winter's here, the heating's on and while we're all about slashing energy bills, we know customer service counts too – so let us know how your energy firm has been doing.Click here to vote Did you vote? Are you surprised at the results so far? Have your say below. If you haven't already, join…
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The 1p Challenge
I was flicking through some IFTTT applets and came across this one. I paraphrase Save 1p on the 1st Jan, 2p on the second 3p on the third and so forth putting in an extra 1p each day until on the 31st Dec you are adding £3.65 to the pot how much have you saved that year? There was more to the applet than that but I was…
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MSE Poll: How did you fare financially in 2020?
Poll started 22 December 2020The coronavirus pandemic has had a big impact on the nation's finances – but it hasn't affected everyone equally. While many have struggled, others have been able to pay off debts faster or save more than before. So this week, with the year (finally) drawing to a close, we want to find out how…
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MSE Poll: If you could cancel Christmas, would you?
Poll started 1 December 2020Christmas is coming. But while the holiday conjures a picture of family, fun and festive frivolity for some, for others it means added stress, present pressure, debt and chores – and of course, this year it could be very different for many given the restrictions in place due to coronavirus. So,…
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MSE Poll: How much of your Christmas shopping have you now done?
Poll started 8 December 2020There are less than three weeks to go until the big day – and, of course, this year coronavirus restrictions have changed how many of us shop. So is your Christmas in the bag, or are you leaving it until the last minute?Click here to vote Did you vote? Are you surprised at the results so far?…
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MSE Poll: When did you last make a call on your home landline?
Poll started 24 November 2020To get broadband at home, you often need to have a landline as well. But with many increasingly turning to other methods of communication, from video calls to group messaging, this week we want to know when you last used your landline to make or receive a call. Click here to vote in the poll…
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MSE Poll: Are you an app, web or branch banker?
Poll started 17 November 2020With more of us banking remotely during the pandemic, and bank branches continuing to shut, it seems the digital revolution is taking over for many. So this week, we want to know how you now access your bank – please tell us below. Click here to vote Did you vote? Are you surprised at the…
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MSE Poll: Have you haggled with Sky, BT, the AA or others this year? Did you succeed?
Poll started 3 November 2020Haggling can result in big savings – on anything from digital TV and broadband to credit cards, breakdown cover and insurance. Each year we try to gauge the success rates of those who've done it. So please let us know whether you've gained cheaper prices, extra goods, better deals or reduced…
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What to buy with nectar vouchers and where?
It's my first time redeeming points, but at a loss of what and where to spend them. I am disabled and in a wheelchair. Iive in North London but don't get out much and now have broken my foot so travelling to a large store is impossible. I wanted to buy one of those steam irons where you can iron while clothes still on…
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MSE Poll: Parcel delivery firms: which are the best and worst?
Poll started 7 January 2020 Now the festive season is over, Santa finally has the chance to rest – yet for parcel delivery firms (which helped), it's business as usual. Over the past few years, we've heard a variety of horror stories, ranging from no-shows to mis-delivered parcels and even items being left in the bin. So…
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MSE Poll: Are you part of the cashless society? How often do you use cash?
Poll started 27 October 2020 The pandemic has accelerated the decline of cash, with the use of contactless cards soaring and more ATMs shutting every day. This week, we want to find out how cashless our society is now – and how many still prefer using it. Click here to vote Did you vote? Are you surprised at the results so…
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MSE Poll: Will you be travelling abroad over the next year?
Poll started 1 September 2020 International travel has been hit hard by the coronavirus pandemic. And while some travel restrictions have now been lifted, others are still in place. As the current situation continues to shift, some are starting to look further ahead. This week, we want to know if you're planning to head…
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MSE Poll: How do you prefer to contact customer services?
Poll started 6 October 2020 Many firms' phone lines have been overwhelmed during the pandemic. Faced with long waits on the phone, some are trying different contact methods for the first time. This week, we want to know which you like best. Click here to vote in the poll Did you vote? Are you surprised at the results so…
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MSE Poll: Are you working from home – and would you like to keep doing so?
Poll started 28 July 2020 With guidance on working from home now being relaxed around the UK, we want to know if you've been working from home over the past few months. And, if you have, would you like to keep doing so even when it's deemed safe to return to your normal workplace? Click here to vote in the poll Did you…
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MSE Poll: Do you just head to Amazon when you shop online?
Poll started 13 October 2020 Retail giant Amazon reportedly accounted for nearly a third of all online spending in the UK last year – suggesting it's the first port of call for many. In 2018, our poll found 54% of those with Amazon Prime, and 19% of those without, mostly head straight to Amazon to shop without comparing…
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MSE Poll: The MoneySavingExpert.com Annual Census
Poll started 20 October 2020 So who are MoneySavers? For the seventh year running, rather than data mining, we reckon the politest way to find out is just to ask. Plus we think you may like to find out a little bit more about who else uses this site (or more accurately, who uses this site and answers the polls). Welcome to…
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MSE Poll: How do you rate your mobile network's service & coverage?
Poll started 22 September 2020 We want to find out how each provider rates both for service (how they treat you) and coverage (how strong the signal is when you need it). In truth there are only four main networks providing signals – the rest use these but under their own brand (see our Mobile Networks guide for who…
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MSE Poll: How much of your shopping is now online?
Poll started 8 September 2020 Online shopping has been growing in popularity for years - and when the pandemic first hit, many only went out for essentials, so a lot of us relied on it much more than usual. But now stores have reopened, what proportion of your shopping is done online vs in stores? Click here to vote in the…