Switching, sweet potato and Skye – this week's MSE Forum highlights

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A few of this week's top threads

Here are some of the threads that have caught our eye this week:

• My taps have started blaring like a ship’s horn – what’s going on?

• I’ve done my first bank switch – it was painless and I wish I'd done it sooner

• What’s the best way to convert dollar bills into pounds?

• Will changing my name affect my direct debits?

Can you help this Forumite find a cheaper alternative to their branded porridge sachets?

• Recommend me a good quality, MoneySaving projector for our teenagers’ converted-garage hangout space

• How can I save money on my morning porridge?

• Is there such a thing as 'too many' savings accounts?

• I'm going on a day trip to London - what are your top tips for free or cheap things to do?

Photo of the week

leftatthetrafficlights shared this photo of their parsnip and sweet potato rosti in the Vegan storecupboard challenge thread. If you need inspiration for your next meal, the Old style MoneySaving board is full of excellent ideas.

Please note: We love seeing your photos in the MSE Forum, but if you're uploading one, make sure it doesn't include any personally-identifiable information such as your face or address.

Money Moral Dilemma

Every week, the Money Tips email features a real-life Money Moral Dilemma (MMD for short). They're intended to encourage debate and, as such, they're usually among the most discussed threads each week.

You can find out what our MSE Forumites think and add your own two cents on the Money Moral Dilemma discussion thread. Heed the MSE Forum rules: keep it kind and keep it clean. Remember, there's a real person behind every Money Moral Dilemma.

Got a Money Moral Dilemma of your own? Email us at MMD@moneysavingexpert.com and it could be featured.

Latest comping wins

One of the busiest parts of the forum, the Competitions Time board is where compers find and share opportunities to win prizes. We love hearing from Forumites who've won a prize, whether it's a cheque for a tenner or a holiday on the Isle of Skye.

One Forumite will be enjoying scenes like this on the Isle of Skye

Want to peek at some MSE Forum highlights from recent weeks?

• Tiles, turps and transport tips (12 May 2023)

• Nikes, new wave & nemeses (5 May 2023)

• Safari, stereos & subpar seating (28 April 2023)

• Butts, tut tuts & food for mutts (14 April 2023)

• Bonds, blossom & bailing builders (14 April 2023)

Your two cents

Next week we'll learn about what will happen to our energy bills from July onwards. Our Energy board is a great place to ask questions about all things gas and electric and tap in to the wisdom of knowledgeable Forumites.

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