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Re: Can you defer the start date of a new fix with a different supplier?
Seems you have all the info you need now @luci , as for the MLMS tomorrow, if he mentions a particular company then there is always a chance that their site will be overloaded and if they have an int…1 -
Re: Renewed focus: the (less-than?) five-year plan to move
Thanks Beanie, it really is - even if it’s drug induced (the ear cream really works!). I’m hoping we can sort something so that it continues (the vet doesn’t want us using the cream all the time - an…3 -
Re: Finding out where your ancestors are from
Strawb If you want to do a DNA test then do it, you needn't tell your father if the result isn't what he would want. Wait until Ancestry has an offer, this thread on Rootschat is the one to…2 -
Re: Weekly Flylady Thread 14th September 2026
Afternoon all, Thank you for the lists. I had it in my head that the hob was going to get its long overdue and much promised clean today, so I stayed with the kitchen and utility room. Hob is now spa…9 -
Re: From Frugal Foundations to Fortified Family Future
Oooof, rt I would find it very hard - as a trainee MSE'r - to pay 'full' price for that ice-cream. I mean, it's nice, but…………..On my list of things to do is to try the MrL ice-cre…6 -
Re: Gas Shower
Do give fitting a heat pump serious consideration - Properly specified and installed, running costs should be lower than a gas boiler and you can also get rid of the gas meter (an instant £100 per ye…2 -
Re: received court papers from CEl
Normal for claimants to send a copy of their DQ filled in. What does it show on the MCOL status page?5 -
Re: Gas Shower
You mentioned at the beginning that your 'builder' was recommending going 'gas' shower. Is he a plumber as well? Or does he employ one for that side of the work? Do you know them …1 -
Re: Universal Credit - Stagnation
As above, the LCWRA amount will continue to be included in the UC calculation at the full amount. It's not reduced as other elements of UC increase. The part of the UC calculation that adjusts d…1 -
Re: Direct Debits in joint accounts on death of one person
I think the key here is to make sure all the accounts, are in joint names. Then the bank and suppliers (gas, electricity etc) should remove the deceased but keep paying the dds. Also, make sure you h…1
