Is paying via PayPal a bigger risk? How to budget? Has govt ever told you (Martin) to stay schtum? NEW QUESTION TIME POD! Here u ask the Qs incl on EV energy bills, why bank accounts lie etc. Do listen
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O2's putting prices up more than it said it would when people signed up. It makes a mockery of Ofcom’s rules. You’ve a right to leave penalty free within 30 days of notification! Here’s how to save large!

For more watch the full Martin Lewis Money Show at ITVX

I'm cloaking off for the weekend. Stepping away from the social media round table, like a temporary banishment, but with better snacks. Have a great one. See you Monday (I hope!)

Free tickets! My Black Friday The Martin Lewis Money Show Live special (the one with Festive Forecaster) is coming to Manchester on Tue 18 Nov evening. We've a huge audience, if you'd like to apply to join it email my team at [email protected] (with subject Manch show). I hope to see you there!

Unbeatable! Savings that gives you a 50% BOOST on what you put in! Can you get it?

Just one of scores of ways to boost your interest in the new episode of the Martin Lewis Podcast. Listen to it all on www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/... (+Apple, Spotify & all the usual pod players)

If you're earning less than 4% in your savings, you can do better! This pod shows you how to maximise every penny both simple ways and more complex too if you're spend more time. Worth a listen.

It feels like David is the King maker/king killer. Cat and Alan are one axis. Joe and Nick another. So, logically, who David chooses to get rid of will likely swing the whole thing... then again when has logic played a part in this! #CelebrityTraitors

New Pod: Savings Interest Boosting Masterclass! Martin takes you thru how to maximise every penny. Cash ISAs, fixes, 7% regular savers, 25% boost for 1st homes, tax, 50% Help to Save & more. Do listen
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Delighted to confirm ITV has given me a 30min @itvMLshow 'what the budget means for you' special on Thu 27 Nov.

What I find unbelievable is it is 10 days after my Black Friday special. This is a very very late budget, and I doubt it'll contain many Xmas presents!

Beware unclear O2 messaging!

When it notifies you about its hike on its airtime price hike - you've a RIGHT to leave penalty free within 30 days of notification.

CONTD

Martin challenges FCA boss on why the poor interest on Car Finance Mis-selling redress, just Base Rate + 1%, NON-compounded. For full info watch the Car Finance mis-selling Martin Lewis Money Show at www.itv.com/watch/the-ma....

Free complaint tool here www.moneysavingexpert.com/tips/2025/11...

Should you put in a car finance mis-selling complaint now? 14m owed a typical £700.

A snippit of the full car finance mis-selling help Martin Lewis Money Show, watch at www.itv.com/watch/the-ma....

The free complaint tool is here… www.moneysavingexpert.com/tips/2025/11...

Ends 2pm today, free £100 Amazon voucher just for opening (not switching to) a bank account. Full info... www.moneysavingexpert.com/latesttip/?a...

(avoid is if you've an imminent important credit application like a mortgage, as all applications may temporarily impact credit worthiness)

Finally, it looks like Financial Education will be taught in every school! Hurrah!

Will ISA changes hit what I've already saved? Should I get 8yr old a credit card? Is cash safer under the mattress? And lots more in my NEW QUESTION TIME PODCAST! Do have a listen
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I'm signing off this week the parent of a child. When I return to socials, I'll be the parent of a teenager.

I can't quite comprehend that it's almost 13 years since our darling daughter, Sapphire, was born. Every moment has been deliciously precious, but oh so rapid.

See you monday.

The biggest Q people want me to ask is 'why the hell do we pay more for energy than anyone else in Europe?'

A snip from full Martin v Ofgem boss new episode of the Martin Lewis Podcast. Listen to it all on BBC Sounds, Apple, Spotify & all the usual pod players.

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Must listen: Martin v Ofgem Boss! Why are energy bills so high (is it green levies?) | Standing charges | Is the Price Cap a rip-off? Martin puts his & ur questions to Jonathan Brearley
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My open letter to Rachel Reeves (cc @ofcom.bsky.social, DSIT)

Now O2 has broken the taboo, the big risk is other firms will likely follow suit... the Govt must step in to stop mobile, broadband and pay-TV firms increasing prices mid-contract by MORE than they said they would when people sign up.

Yay. My 10,000 steps a day streak hit 9 years today!(with a frustrating exception after food poisoning on 2 Aug 23). Its an arbitrary but decent target.

My aim this year is for the 1st time to average over 26,000 steps a day. I'm on track for it (well on pavement, road, carpet)

Martin Lewis gives O2 & Ofcom both barrels after O2 hikes prices by more than it’d told customers & regulators do nowt to stop it!

For full info and how to beat the rise see: www.moneysavingexpert.com/news/2025/10...

Courtesy of @goodmorningbritain.bsky.social

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O2's price hike feels like a mockery of Ofcom's consumer protection!

Ta ta for now. I'm now taking a few days off this week, and that means I'll be off social media too. See ya next week.

Today's Poll: Should shops & restaurants be made by LAW to accept cash payments?

1️⃣ <a href="https://poll.blue/p/owAyB2/1" class="hover:underline text-blue-600 dark:text-sky-400 no-card-link" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-link="bsky">Yes, for all payments
2️⃣ <a href="https://poll.blue/p/owAyB2/2" class="hover:underline text-blue-600 dark:text-sky-400 no-card-link" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-link="bsky">Only for those under £100
3️⃣ <a href="https://poll.blue/p/owAyB2/3" class="hover:underline text-blue-600 dark:text-sky-400 no-card-link" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-link="bsky">By law no, encourage yes
4️⃣ <a href="https://poll.blue/p/owAyB2/4" class="hover:underline text-blue-600 dark:text-sky-400 no-card-link" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-link="bsky">No, it's their choice

📊 Show results

NEW QUESTION TIME POD! Can I refuse a Smart meter? Should I clear my student loan? Is a Stoozer a loser? In this pod you ask the questions (incl this week the producer asking for broadcasting tips)
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