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MSE Poll: How do you rate your bank account's service?
Poll started 11 July 2023Every six months, we ask for your help to track the quality of customer service provided by banks. By comparing your answers with last time, we can see which have got better or worse. Please vote based on CUSTOMER SERVICE for your main CURRENT ACCOUNT over the last SIX MONTHS. Ignore rates or any…
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What's your favourite selection box chocolate?
Poll started 27 December 2023It's Christmas, so for this week's poll we're going to have a bit of fun. If you could only choose ONE chocolate from ONE selection box (Celebrations, Cadbury Heroes, Roses or Quality Street), which would you choose? Click here to vote in the poll Did you vote? Are you surprised at the results…
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How did you fare financially in 2023?
Poll started 19 December 2023Once again, it's been a tough year financially, with almost all bills rising. But, not everyone's feeling the pinch in the same way. So in this week's poll we want to ask how you've fared financially in 2023, and whether you feel better or worse off than last year? Click here to vote in the…
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How much will you spend in total on Christmas this year?
Poll started 12 December 2023The festive season is the highest spending period of the year for most people. But many could be spending less than usual this year because of the cost of living crisis. So this week we want to know – including food, drink, decorations, presents, travel and more – how much are you planning to…
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Have you haggled with Sky, BT, the AA or any other companies this year?
Poll started 5 December 2023Haggling can result in big savings – on anything from digital TV and broadband to breakdown cover and car insurance. Each year we try to gauge the success rates of those who have done it. So whether you've got cheaper prices, extra goods or better deals, please let us know how successful you've…
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MSE Poll: How good is your broadband provider?
We can tell you which are the cheapest broadband providers, but to keep our customer service ratings updated, we need your help. Let us know what you think about your broadband provider in this week's poll. Did you vote? Are you surprised at the results so far? Have your say below. If you haven't already, join the forum to…
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MSE Poll: How common are free flight upgrades?
Poll started 21 November 2023Many airlines now sell spare upgrade capacity at the desk. So are the days of trying to sweet-talk check-in staff to get a free upgrade to premium economy, business, or first class, long gone? We want to see how common free upgrades are. Click here to vote in the poll Did you vote? Are you…
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Do you have car breakdown cover?
Poll started 14 November 2023If your car breaks down on the road, or won't start, your compulsory car insurance won't help – you need a specific breakdown policy. So this week, we want to know if you've got one, and if so, which provider it's with, how you bought it and how much you pay. Click here to vote in the poll Did…
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MSE Poll: Are you planning on shopping in the Black Friday and/or Cyber Monday sales this year?
Poll started 7 November 2023Black Friday's no longer a just weekend of deals, with many retailers starting offers in early November and often running them through in to December. The event has got bigger and bigger, but the cost-of-living crisis has meant many having to cut their cloth accordingly. So we want to know if…
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How often have you had to dip into your savings?
Poll started 31 October 2023As the cost of living crisis continues to heap pressure on to the finances of many people across the UK, we'd like to know whether you've had to dip into any savings you have. And if so, how often, and what have you had to dip into your savings pot for? Click here to vote in the poll Did you…
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MSE Poll: At what age should kids get their own prepaid debit card or bank account?
Poll started 24 October 2023A prepaid debit card or kids' bank account can be a good way to teach children about spending wisely while introducing them to the way most adults manage their money. Prepaid debit cards are typically available to youngsters from age six and bank accounts from around 11 – but we want to know…
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MSE poll: How do you rate your bank's app?
Poll started 10 October 2023If you access your current account via your bank’s app, please rate it. Only rate the app and its features, not the bank overall. If you have more than one current account, please rate for all apps you use (though don’t rate if you only have a bank’s app for savings, credit cards, mortgage or…
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MSE Poll: How do you rate your mobile network's service and coverage?
Poll started 4 July 2023We want to find out how each provider rates for service (how it treats 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 brands (see our Mobile networks guide for who piggybacks on…
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MSE Poll: Do you risk going on holiday without travel insurance?
Poll started 7 June 2023For years we've emphasised the importance of getting travel insurance ASAB – As Soon As you've Booked – so you're covered if you need to cancel before you go. That message still stands (see our Cheap Travel Insurance guide for more help). With the summer holidays approaching, whether you're going…
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MSE Poll: How much do you pay each month for your mobile phone?
Poll started 13 June 2023There's plenty of choice when it comes to mobile phone packages – whether a contract, Sim-only or pay-as-you-go deal – and there can be huge differences in cost. This week, we want to know what type of mobile phone package you have, and how much you pay each month. Click here to vote in the poll.…
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At what age should children get their own mobile?
Deciding when to give your child a mobile phone can be a difficult decision. On the one hand, they're a great way to encourage independence, on the other, screen time can be addictive. So this week, we're asking what age you think is appropriate for children to get their first mobile phone.Click here to vote in the poll.…
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How do you normally pay for things when you're on holiday abroad?
We're well into summer now (although you might not know it with all the rain!) and millions of us are planning an overseas trip. So this week, we want to know how you normally pay for things when you're abroad. Do you stick to cash, or do you think a credit card gets you more bang for your buck (or euro, or dong)? Let us…
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MSE Poll: How many paid-for streaming services do you subscribe to?
Poll started 22 August 2023With the likes of Netflix clamping down on account sharing and the cost of living crisis continuing to bite, some people are cancelling subscriptions to video streaming services to save cash. So this week, we want to know what paid-for services you currently subscribe to, if you've cut back in…
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When did you last move your savings?
Poll started 05 September 2023With the top rates at their highest for more than a decade, it's important to check your savings are earning as much interest as they can – and if not, move them (see Top savings accounts for the current best buys). Yet we know switching savings isn't everyone's top priority. So when was the…
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MSE Poll: Have you used a parking app before?
Poll started 12 September 2023More UK car-park operators are now opting for 'app only' payments (using RingGo, JustPark, PayByPhone, and others). So we want to know if you've used them, and how you prefer to pay. Let us know… Click here to vote in the poll. Did you vote? Are you surprised at the results so far? Have your…