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Debenhams falls into administration – your rights
Debenhams has fallen into administration, and its lenders have taken control of the company
26 April 2019
Zeek user left out of pocket? Here's what you can try
Users of online gift card marketplace Zeek have been left in limbo as the company remains in receivership, with some claiming to be hundreds of pounds out of pocket - here's what to try if you're affected
1 March 2019
Gift card marketplace Zeek warns it's looking for a buyer as users complain of late payments
Online gift card marketplace Zeek has confirmed it's looking for a buyer, as some users complain they haven't received payments for gift cards they've sold
7 February 2019
Toys R Us trouble: What you need to know
With fears for the Toys R Us rescue plan - here's your rights if you're a 'Take Time to Pay' or gift card customer
19 December 2017
The 12 SAVES of Christmas
We serenade you with festive savers, incl tricks free delivery, early 'Boxing Day' sale and free gift ideas
14 December 2016
American Apparel UK goes into administration – your gift card, return and refund rights
Customers are now unable to use their gift cards or get refunds for returned items
8 November 2016
MBNA unveils new credit card brand featuring £20 Amazon gift cards
Credit card provider MBNA has launched a new brand, Nuba, offering two cards that are among the top picks available
3 October 2016
Homebase not accepting certain gift cards and vouchers – which ones can you use?
Homebase has stopped accepting a wide array of gift cards and vouchers after being taken over by new owners
29 June 2016
19 shopping tricks they want kept schtum
From 25% off gift cards to decoding price tags, haggling online, free Amazon delivery tricks & more
18 May 2016
Got an Austin Reed gift card? Use it ASAP now the firm's in administration
Austin Reed gift-card holders should redeem their coupons as soon as possible after the retailer entered administration
28 April 2016
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Self-employed grant 3 opens MonBut the criteria are stricter
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Get paid for Xmas spendingPut it on a cashback credit card
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NS&I savings slashed to 0.01%Move to 0.6% easy access or 1% notice
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Scottish Power customer?Cut bill by £165/yr without switching
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First mortgage prisoners FREEDAfter MSE campaign
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Expose of 'Money Expert' door-knockersWho are nowt to do with us
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Free 15-bottle wine caseFor switching to Virgin's 2% interest account
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Deliveroo 25% off £20 at 1,000s of takeawaysIncl Subway, Byron and Prezzo
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Green Homes Grant extended to March 2022Full help on how it works
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Topshop, Miss Selfridge and Burton owner 'on brink of collapse' – what you need to know
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The parent company of Topshop, Miss Selfridge, Dorothy Perkins, Burton and several other big high street chains says it is "working on a number of contingency options" to secure the future of its brands, amid reports that it's on the brink of collapse -
More UK banks to shut British expat accounts – what to do if yours is closed
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At least ten banks, building societies and credit card firms have now decided to close accounts held by Brits living abroad in Europe as a result of Brexit, MoneySavingExpert.com has found – with Nationwide and Co-op Bank among the latest to announce closures -
Utilita faces new customer ban after installing smart meters that don't always work when you switch
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Energy supplier Utilita is facing a ban on taking on new customers after installing old first generation smart meters that often don't work when households switch -
Coronavirus Universal Credit & Benefits
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If you're suddenly unable to work due to the coronavirus crisis, or you've been laid off, this guide looks at what benefits you can claim, what you're entitled to under universal credit plus tells you how to make a claim.
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Martin Lewis: Payment holidays coming to an end – but should you take one? Mortgages, credit cards, loans, payday loans, car finance and more
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Within the last week, we've seen the extension of coronavirus credit card, personal loan and overdraft help to 31 October 2020, with mortgage payment holidays already extended. The regulator's other help schemes are also likely to be extended too, including car finance and payday loans, yet should you do it? -
Is it time to ban Christmas presents?
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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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