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Re: Gov Petition - Require all state pensions to be paid monthly
I honestly don't understand how payment frequency can cause a problem. Over a month someone receives exactly the same amount irrespective of how often they are paid.4 -
Re: Gov Petition - Require all state pensions to be paid monthly
When I retire my company pension will be monthly and this will be four weekly, it will be the source of some annoyance to me, I would much prefer it if it was all on the same timescale. Ask for your …5 -
Re: Turning Straw into Gold: Creating Long Term Security & A Solid Home
That NT pass sounds like a good deal. We are NT members as are lucky to have 3 properties within 18 - 26 miles of where we live so that makes it reasonable to visit, esp if we take a picnic on suitab…3 -
Re: 13 amp Cooker / hob question
This one works find plugged in - it is meant to be recessed of course but just to.illustrate the point 13A hobs can be fine…1 -
Re: Waiting Six months plus for planning permission?
I work for a council. We are still having to make cuts in services. My employer needs to save a further £40m this year. Unless you are in need of social services, you aren't a priority unfortuna…3 -
Re: Awful weather - typical Brits talk
Wise words indeed, and don't forget, wherever you toddle off to, take a handy camera, a penknife for helpful pruning of wayward twigs, polybag to remove the twigs or seeds to allow disposal at h…4 -
Re: And now we go again...
We like the Isle of Wight too. If you're a gin or rum drinker then a visit to the Mermaid gin distillery is worth a visit. You get to try 2 gins and 2 rums. We also had a drink in their bar but …5 -
Re: Thank god we paid the mortgage off
So sorry for the loss of Miss Giddychops 🐞 ❤️2 -
Re: NST JULY KISS
Self Care for July Inhale a fresh start Unpack your emotions Be your own fan Reflect where you shine Enjoy the moment Free yourself from limitations Hold on to bits of beauty Find a place to be creat…5 -
Re: Easter 2025 I’m coming to get you!
Just overpaid £600 so mortgage is now £11,835. Life has been a bit tough recently including an unexpected bereavement. I have managed to get out for a run a couple of times when it wasn't so hot…4


