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Real life MMD: Should we ask 'em for cash?
Should we ask 'em for cash? We live in a 12-year-old house and recently our downstairs toilet's been losing water, as has our neighbour's. The water board has told us there is a drop in the underground pipe that needs to be fixed or we're at risk it breaking and raw sewage spilling over the top of our toilet. We've been…
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Real Life MMD: Should I speak to the boss?
Should I speak to the boss? I'm one of a few part-time workers at a small rural gift shop. We've been open two months and as I frequently close up at the end of the day I have an idea how much we take. Right now, the owner isn't managing to pay staff their wages. I think we underprice lots of our gifts, but others…
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"What’ll happen to house prices?" poll discussion
Poll started 24 May 2011, click here to vote What’ll happen to house prices? Annual UK house prices have reportedly fallen around 1% in the last year. So it's time for our regular poll to ask you where you think they’ll go next. [FONT="]What do you think’ll happen to UK house prices over the next 12 months?[/FONT] A.…
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Real Life MMD: Should she fake the claim to her company?
Should she fake the claim to her company? My friend's firm imports goods from the Far East to supply British shops. The latest consignment had some items damaged so she has to claim for them. As the suppliers usually replace without question, her boss tells her to claim for more than was really damaged. Jobs are hard to…
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"Which chocolate bar's your favourite?" poll discussion
Poll started 17 May 2011, click here to vote Which chocolate bar's your favourite? Which is the best chocolate bar to spend your hard earned cash on – dark, white, milk, with crunch or without? OK we admit it's just an excuse for a fun poll – but let’s do it anyway. Pick max THREE favourites of these popular bars… Aero…
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Real Life MMD: Should we keep paying for son's extras?
Should we keep paying for son's extras? My husband's 28-year-old son had a breakdown and is currently in a mental health ward. Daily visits cost £50/week in petrol as the round trip's 40 miles. On request, we get him special treats (eg, CDs, slippers), which he often loses due to his illness, then asks for more. He has…
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"Who's your dream UK political Chancellor?" poll discussion
Poll started 9 May 2011, click here to vote Who's your dream UK political Chancellor? It's a year this week since the last general election. The economy still dominates the political discourse now as it did then. Recent memory has seen all three major parties in office. Which of the following politicians would best improve…
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Real life MMD: Should we pay for the fence?
Should we pay for the fence? Our neighbours want a higher fence between gardens, and want to split costs. We think it's theirs as the posts are in their garden, but the deeds say we're both responsible. We never considered raising the fence and won't gain from it, but they're getting quotes. Should we contribute? Click…
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Real life MMD: Should he pay for his mistake?
Should he pay for his mistake? I planned a surprise party for my boyfriend and booked a venue with food and drink for everyone. His best friend was in charge of pretending they were having a guy's night out that day so he wouldn't suspect anything. However, he got the date wrong and now my boyfriend's planned a weekend…
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"Are the Royals worth the tax?" poll discussion
Poll started 3rd May 2011, click here to vote Are the Royals worth the tax? The civil list, which pays for the Royals to do their official work, costs UK taxpayers £38.2 million a year (source: BBC). On the other hand, the Royal family do pay tax on their income, which doesn't just come from the list. Whatever your view,…