July
Competition watchdog to take further legal action against Viagogo
The competition watchdog has told secondary ticket site Viagogo that it will be asking a court to find it in contempt of court
5 September 2019
145 million old £1 coins still not returned – how to make them spendable again
Some 145 million old-style £1 coins still haven't been returned to the Royal Mint, more than 18 months after they went out of circulation
16 August 2019
M&S launches 25p discount for customers who bring their own lunchbox
Marks & Spencer customers buying fresh food at its Market Place counters will be given a 25p discount if they bring their own reusable containers
31 July 2019
Energy price cap for prepayment customers could be extended after smart meter delays
The competition watchdog has called for the prepayment price cap to stay in place after 2020 due to the slow roll-out of smart meters
31 July 2019
Toto Energy to take on majority of Solarplicity customers
Tens of thousands of Solarplicity customers will be moved over to Toto Energy in the coming days - here's what you need to know and how to check if you could switch and save
30 July 2019
Giffgaff fined after overcharging millions of customers
The mobile firm has been fined £1.4 million after an error meant about 2.6 million customers were overcharged by almost £2.9 million
30 July 2019
Hundreds of ex-Virgin One mortgage customers to get refunds – with some getting £1,000s back
Some ex-Virgin One mortgage customers are being refunded after a review found the information they were sent about the account could have been misinterpreted and may have led to them making decisions that could have cost them money - such as moving home or re-mortgaging
29 July 2019
Air traffic control issue causes disruption at Heathrow and Gatwick – what you need to know
Passengers are facing disruption due to a technical problem with the UK's air traffic control system
26 July 2019
Santander customers caught out by cash withdrawal fees at Spanish branch ATMs
Hundreds of ATMs at Santander branches in Spain are charging UK customers with current accounts at the bank to withdraw cash – even though withdrawals are usually free
26 July 2019
Revealed: Over a million could have saved on prescriptions with a 'season ticket' last year
More than a million patients in England paid more than they needed to for NHS prescriptions last year and could have saved an average of over £35 by getting a 'prescription prepayment certificate'
26 July 2019
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Got a travel credit or debit card you haven't recently used? Check it won't get automatically cancelled
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With some providers cancelling inactive cards, it's worth checking to see if you need to take action to keep your card account open - particularly if you have any upcoming Christmas trips. -
How to set a contactless card spending cap to avoid the new £100 limit
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The contactless card payment limit is rising from £45 to £100 on 15 October. But Bank of Scotland, Halifax, Lloyds and Starling will let you set your own limit, and others plan to do the same in future. Some providers will also let you turn off contactless completely. Here's what you need to know. -
Coronavirus Travel Rights
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The coronavirus outbreak is causing major travel disruption around the globe.. We've the full info on what's happened, including changes to testing and quarantining. Plus, this guide also has key info on travel insurance, refund rights and more. -
Shoppers will be able to withdraw cash in more than 2,000 stores across the UK without having to buy anything or pay a fee
1 December 2021![]()
More than 2,000 retailers will allow shoppers to withdraw cash at the checkout without needing to buy an item or pay a fee by the end of the year. -
Former Igloo, Symbio and Enstroga customer? Set up your direct debit with new supplier E.on NOW, or you'll overpay
1 December 2021![]()
Former customers of failed suppliers Igloo, Symbio and Enstroga risk overpaying by about £100/year unless they take action NOW, as new provider E.on Next has been unable to transfer across direct debit mandates. You need to set up a new one with E.on Next by Friday 3 December, or you'll end up paying more, as direct debit is the cheapest way to pay
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Martin Lewis: What makes us human – the sharing of ideas and knowledge
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I was invited on to BBC Radio 2 Vine's 'What Makes Us Human' programme. The brief: "write then read out an essay on one unique element of humanity, interspersed with some autobiographical notes". -
Five things EVERYONE should know about student finance
21 September 2021![]()
There are more myths and misunderstandings about student finance than any other subject. So in this blog is my updated 2021/22 version of the must knows, with links to far more info. -
Is it time to ban Christmas presents?
14 September 2021![]()
Update September 2017: It’s eight years since I first braved this subject, expecting a snowstorm of protest. Instead, year after year more join in, like Julia who recently tweeted me, “@MartinSLewis, finally took your advice and told my family I can’t afford Christmas presents. What a weight off my mind. Thank you.” One year even the Archbishop of...
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LAST OOOOORDERS! The deadlines for free and cheap delivery before Christmas
30 November 2021![]()
If you’re shopping online for gifts, the deadline for ordering to get ’em in time for Christmas may be sooner than you think. Get it wrong and instead of presents under the tree, they could be held hostage at a courier firm’s out-of-town depot… To help avoid this, retailers now give their own final cut-off dates for orders you want...
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