Kelvin Goodson

Consumer Writer

Kelvin joined MSE as Consumer Writer in August 2017. He moved to London to go to university and started out as a music writer in the early 2000s. Realising music writing wasn't going to make it easy to afford food, he moved into news writing, then technology, before returning home to Norfolk for a couple of years for stints in freelancing, content marketing and angling.

He's an embattled Norwich City supporter of some years and into music of the alternative/indie/unlistenable variety. He also enjoys cycling, lame films, making sandwiches, proper beer, running, shooting, swimming, walking the dog and collecting cats.

Latest from Kelvin Goodson

Cashback websites pay you when you go through them to spend with retailers or providers. You can make £100s a year using them properly. Here are the top sites, along with some serious rules to make sure you protect yourself. You can also earn an extra 5% on top using a cashback credit card and, currently, if you're new to the top sites, you can get up to an extra £30 cashback when you spend £5 or more.

2 December 2025

Travelling by train can be expensive, so it's crucial to cut costs where you can, particularly with fares having risen by up to 4.6% last year. This guide has 17 ways to save, including how booking weeks (or even hours) ahead can bag the cheapest fares, when flexible season tickets win, how to split tickets, beat booking fees and much more.

28 October 2025

14 October 2025

You used to need a TV licence merely for having a telly, but now you can get away without paying the £169.50 annual fee if you only watch certain channels on catch-up. If you watch BBC iPlayer, you'll need a licence, but you won't for other channels' catch-up services. Confused? Don't be – this guide will take you through whether you should be paying or not, regardless of the device you watch on.

30 September 2025

Yellow parking ticket left under a windscreen wiper, which reads "Penalty Charge Notice".

Got an unfair parking ticket from a public body? This step-by-step guide shows you how to appeal against unfair parking fines from councils, the police and Transport for London, and includes free template letters.

5 September 2025

Train delays and cancellations are all too common on our railways, making them an occupational hazard for many commuters. Yet incredibly, passengers are missing out on up to £100 million every year by not claiming for these disruptions. This guide lays out your rights and provides full help on how to get your money back, including if your journey is affected by strike action.

2 September 2025

When it comes to streaming music and podcasts, Spotify is the most popular service in the UK. Yet with Spotify having hiked prices twice over the last 18 months, ensure you're not overpaying for it (in fact, you may not need to pay at all). We've a bunch of ways to cut costs, including how newbies can get three months' Premium for free...

2 September 2025

Cycling is a great way to get about and stay fit – and can often be MoneySaving too. We've pulled together some tips on how to buy, hire or take care of a bike.

19 August 2025

You hit a pothole and hear a horrible clunk – your car's been crocked and it's going to cost you. But whoever controls the road has a legal duty to maintain it to a fit standard, and if they don't, they should pay for repairs. Pothole damage cost drivers a whopping £579 million in 2024, according to the AA, with repairs costing an average of £300. Our step-by-step guide shows you how to claim compensation.

22 July 2025

Leave it until the very last minute to sort out airport parking and it can cost a fortune to leave your car there while you're on holiday – you could pay more than £400 for a week if you just turn up on the day. But by following our tips and booking the right way, you can slash your holiday parking costs in minutes.

15 July 2025

You've booked your trip, packed your bags and learned a bit of the lingo... but have you checked up on any local laws or customs that might catch you out on your holiday? While some may seem strange based on the culture here, they may of course be perfectly sensible based on cultures elsewhere – though we're not sure what to make of compulsory 'budgie smugglers' in some swimming pools in France.

15 July 2025

If you're willing to haggle, you could slash bills for breakdown, broadband, mobile and more. This guide includes the top 15 service companies to haggle with, sector-by-sector tips and how to access firms' hidden deals departments. Our latest poll showed a huge 84% of those who haggled with Virgin Media were successful, as were 83% of those who haggled with the AA and RAC.

8 July 2025

Netflix is a fixture in many UK households, with more than 16 million using it to stream box sets, TV and films, yet it recently hiked prices by up to £24 a year. We've a host of hacks to cut costs, including how to save up to £156 a year and a trick to watch and download for just £4.50 a month. Plus, we've clever ways to make the most of your Netflix subscription, such as adding review ratings and unlocking 'hidden' genres...

1 July 2025

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10 June 2025

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You should soon be able to pay for parking across the UK using just one app under new Government plans. The initiative is designed to end "the scramble" to download multiple apps for use at different car parks.

21 May 2025

If you're a football supporter, you'll know the European season reaches its climax over the next couple of weeks, with the Europa League, Women's Champions League, European Conference League and Champions League finals. But what you might not know is that you can watch them all FREE.

20 May 2025