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If your stomach can stand it, a detour on the dodgems or spin on a rollercoaster can be part of a thrilling day out regardless of age. But do the theme parks in the UK give you enough bang for your buck, or do you feel short changed by short rides, long queues, rubbish food and awful accessibility? Vote in the thread and…
The humble cassette has been making a bit of a comeback over the last year. Even the likes of Taylor Swift and Ariana Grande have released tracks on tape. Whether it's due to nostalgia, novelty or perceived differences in audio quality, there's still a demand for physical media despite the convenience of streaming. How do…
Where you'll stay and what you'll do are key parts of booking a getaway, but figuring out what to do about dining can be a huge factor. Are you big on hotel buffets? Do you explore the local eateries? Prefer to prep your own meals? Vote in the poll and share your thoughts in the thread.
Not done yet but after completing the self assessment return on line, when/how do you know how much tax extra tax has to be paid in addition to what has already paid via PAYE? I've been tlld that if a tax accountant used, will calculate the amount of under payment and how it can be paid to HMRC. Just wondering how it works…
Hello everyone, I ordered something from ebay but it was out of stock, wasn't desperate for it so waited. It was marked as despatched a month after the original order, but still hasn't arrived. I contacted ebay and they say the buyer protection expires 30 days after the original delivery estimate, not when it's actually…
Hi, just looking for advise. All of my debts have now defaulted and I have set up payments plans on standing orders. The only one that hasn't is a Santander loan and credit card, they have passed the debt to Moorcroft who have contacted me and I have ignored to it gets defaulted. They have now turned up at my door this…
Good evening, Both Citizens Advice and some on this forum have suggested I may be eligible for debt write-offs due to my health circumstances. I have a combination of physical mobility issues and mental health problems. I was made redundant in late 2024 and have been unable to work since because of my health. I currently…
Does anyone know of a travel insurance company or broker who can use medical knowledge and common sense in assessing applicants with complex medical conditions, instead of the usual tick-box approach? My problem is the blanket policy of not covering anything that is awaiting diagnosis. I am waiting for tests/consultations…
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