Campaigns Corner

A question about : "I am sleeping rough so that others don't have to'

Hello

'I am sleeping rough so that others don't have to'

On Friday 27th February I will be sleeping rough, under the stars in a cardboard box to raise awareness and vital funds for to combat youth homelessness in Suffolk.

To sponsor me and support this vital work, please visit the link below. Every little helps.

https://mydonate.bt.com/fundraisers/kaywestgate

A question about : Name & Shame Companies That Spam

I would like to suggest a campaign to name and shame companies guilty of spamming. I realise most people may not be aware where the spam they get comes from, but for many years I have used Sneakemail addresses to create a unique address for each place I submit an email address, so I have been keeping an eye on what happens.

A question about : Evans Halshaw Faulty Car

Has anyone bought a car from Evans Halshaw that developed
problems soon after?

Please could you leave your story below with the answers to:
- the dealership location
- the problem, including the cost, age and mileage of car
- the solution offered by the dealership
- the overall outcome: did you accept a repair/replacement/refund - and why did you accept the outcome, ie:financial, time, stress etc

Did you seek professional advice? and if so, from who?

A question about : Animal Testing

I will not buy anything that has been tested on animals its cruel and wrong on all levels. I have just binned a bottle of Vanderbilt perfume because BUAV say its manufactured by L'Oreal who still conduct animal testing. What do others on here think about lab testing?.

A question about : Trial Board

Hi Everyone,

Welcome to the new Campaigns Corner board!

This will be a trial board that will be the place for you to post and discuss any campaigns with a MoneySaving theme you think people should be aware of and also voice any problems you face as a consumer.

Some previous campaigns we've highlighted include: Get Safe Online Week plus we've asked you to let the Financial Conduct Authority know your thoughts on the financial services industry and had tons of feedback in our 50 Word Moneyfesto.

A question about : Tell MSE and CAB what you think about payday loan adverts

Both MoneySavingExpert and Citizens Advice aren't fans of payday loan ads.

As Martin said recently Payday lenders are now so profitable, they have huge advertising and film budgets which bring in more customers, making even more profit. This vicious circle means we now see these loans normalised. That's why we need legislation or regulation to disrupt this market.

A question about : Do energy companies deal well with dementia?

The Alzheimer’s Society want to understand the problems people with dementia experience with their energy provider.

If you're affected by dementia, or care for someone who is, whether it's poor customer service, lack of staff training or complicated bills and tariffs, please take this quick survey to share your stories and help the society push for change.

Thanks all

MSE Wendy

A question about : Regulation of credit and payday lenders: Tell the FCA what you think

On 1 April 2014, the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) will take over the regulation of the consumer credit industry from the Office of Fair Trading. This will cover a range of firms including those offering credit cards and personal loans (including payday lenders), hiring out cars and tools etc. and providing debt counselling.

The FCA wants to allow firms to operate and also improve consumer protection and is consulting on how it should regulate the industry.