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The UK government has been encouraging people to stock up on certain things in case of a national emergency such as a cyber attack, significant power outage, extreme weather and so on. In the last few weeks have you bought something specifically to prepare for such emergencies? Vote in the poll then share your thoughts in…
This week's top MSE Forum talking points have all been about getting things in the home fixed up before winter, from washing machines to chest freezers and double glazing to parquet flooring. Read on for more MoneySaving wisdom from our online community.…
Believe it or not, today (16th Sep) marks 100 days until Christmas Day. For some of us that means Yuletide lists are already underway and the budget spreadsheet is out; for others, the festive season feels like a lifetime away. Whether you're the type to have everything wrapped up by October or you'd rather not think about…
for a number of reasons i want to change jobs from working at royal mail for nearly 20 years obviously my skills are mainly customer service, i dont know what else to add except having to be organised and generally work relentlessly to get the work done i am here just to ask where to start looking? i am also in a new area…
Hi there, I am new to this site and I’m a bit concerned . I have received a letter of claim form from DCB legal ltd for Euro car parks, where do I stand?. I was the registered keeper but was not the driver at the time of the fine. The driver forgot to pay at the Sainsbury’s car park they entered at 12:00 and exited at…
Hi, I have a LoC from BW legal for parking in a residential area, there are areas you can and cant park on the street/side roads even before and after signage - very confusing. Anyway the place I parked there was a sign at shin-level (not visible from my line of sight driving in). I have until today to respod to BW legal -…
Hi there , I’m new to this site and I’m a very worried that I have received this letter. I am the keeper of the vehicle but was not the driver. The driver went to Sainsbury’s Xmas eve and entered at 12:00 and exited at 12.28, they forgot that they had to pay for parking, but when they realised at 13:01 I went onto ringo…
Morning all I have 2 letters to draft. 1 to Ford and 1 to Skoda. Now, I go by my maiden name now but by my ex married name when I purchased the cars. Which name should I use? Also, Reg. With the ford I bought a private plate which I removed when I sold it and put on the Skoda. Which Reg should I use? The original or the…
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