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Archives for June 2019

Swimming / pool exercise class for 70+ lady
My Mum is keen to get more exercise but her mobility is holding her back. She was always a keen swimmer so swimming or a gentle pool-based exercise class would be ideal to get her started. Does anyone know of any pools that would cater for older ladies (ideally within a short drive from Foretside area) rather than her…
Recommendations for good tradesman to put up fence in East Belfast
Hi, I have been let down by a tradesman. Does anyone know a good tradesman who could put up a garden fence and make a garden gate? Mine is on its last legs! Thank you.
ROI salary declaration to UK
Hi all, are there any people out there that know if it is the law to declare a Euro salary to the UK government through Self Assessment. It would appear that its suggested that you should, annually through self assessment, but is it law??? Kind regards Okanem100
Pass Plus / Advanced driving in Belfast?
Hi there, does anyone know of any pass plus or advanced driving courses or instructors who offer this available in Belfast? I've just passed but I'm hoping to build up experience and hopefully reduce insurance (and potential accidents). Seems very common in scotland, england, wales but can't find anything here via facebook…
Universal Credit in Belfast?
I read on the NI Direct website that: "Universal Credit is being introduced in Northern Ireland on a phased geographical basis." Would anyone happen to know if this is currently available in Belfast? Thanks.
Litter fine question
Not disputing or defending what I did, but today by mistake I dropped a small bit of litter on the ground in a shopping centre car park by mistake, a council official approached me and asked if I was aware of what I’d done and I replied yes He then proceeded to take my details and said I’d get a letter in the post and a…
Private script charges
Just wondering why Boots charge £7-8 for a private script and Gordon’s only charge £3.00
Old pound coins
I've found a number of old pound coins and was wondering if anyone knows what I could do with them short of disposing of them. I'm not looking for anything for them, would any charities take them? Or should I just use them as "trolley pounds"? (if they even still work for this!)
Builder/Tradesman faulty workmanship..
Works done involved a lot of decorative concrete being laid over 60sq metres...now, about 2 months after the work was done a crack has appeared the whole length of the job. I’ve been chasing the firm for well over a month re other bits of the job that were only able to be inspected after the bad weather had passed. They…
Solicitor - to make a will
Hi Everyone I have a friend who wants to find a good resonably priced solictor to draw up a will. Would you recommend anyone? Thanks :beer:
Best Charity Shops in Northern Ireland
I’ll go first- great Charity shop next door to Boden Park Coffee, Ormeau Road, Belfast.
Advice on a good family law solicitor
Sorry if this is in the wrong spot but was wondering if any of you good folks has any advice/experience of good solicitors in co. Antrim that deal with family law? In my case getting access to the point of 50/50 custody of my daughter, she is most important thing in the world to me and afraid of making the wrong choice of…
Hearing Loss...JTI Gallahers Ballymena
Trying to find out some info about this, apparently there was an advert about this in the papers some time ago...not sure if it was just one of those “where there’s blame there’s a claim” types or union based genuine research studies or some sort of group action. Any info would be nice....thanks. If there’s another forum…
Titanic Hotel + Attraction deal - 2 people - £135
Spotted this over on HUKD. Might be of interest to someone wanting to try the Titanic Hotel. Weeknights and Sunday nights only, but may work for someone. Seems like relatively good value @ £135 for two people sharing, breakfast and tickets to either * W5 Science Park * Titanic Belfast or * The Wee Tram Tour (City tour)…
Game of Thrones - The Touring Exhibition. In Belfast
I wasnt aware this was happening and it doesnt seem overly well promoted (though maybe i've just missed it). Runs until the end of August, and there is good availability for tickets. May get busier now we are heading towards the summer months. http://www.gameofthronesexhibition.co.uk/about-the-exhibition/
Dublin Airport - Questions
Hello Folks Anybody travelled by bus from/to Dublin Airport? Goldline X4 service. I land there on Saturday at 7.30am, assuming that arrivals are quickly herded to the exit doors is there anywhere to get a decent breakfast as its a long wait for the bus (11.20am)? Q2. On Tuesday 11th the bus in theory gets me back to the…

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Ofgem proposes new 'no standing charge' Price Cap – but Martin Lewis warns vulnerable customers need to be opted in or it won't work
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Lloyds, Halifax and Bank of Scotland to cut overdraft rates for millions but hike them for others – here's what's happening and full help
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Warm Home Discount expansion confirmed with millions more eligible for the £150 top-up this winter – here's what we know
Around 2.7 million more low-income households, including 900,000 families with children, will become eligible for the £150 Warm Home Discount this winter, as the Government has confirmed it will remove the existing 'hard to heat' eligibility criteria. The extension has only been confirmed for winter 2025/26, with further changes possible for future years.
Martin Lewis: At last a chance to fix Council Tax flaws impacting millions – debt collection, difficulty challenging your band, discounts and more
Major flaws in the Council Tax system in England could finally be fixed in future, as the Government has launched a wide-ranging consultation to review hideous debt collection practices, the difficulty of challenging your band, the overly complex and horribly-named Severe Mental Impairment discount and more. MoneySavingExpert.com founder Martin Lewis, who has long campaigned on these issues, shares his response and analysis.
Energy complaints to be dealt with more quickly and Energy Ombudsman to get new powers under Government plans
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Warm Home Discount expansion confirmed with millions more eligible for the £150 top-up this winter – here's what we know
Around 2.7 million more households, including 900,000 families with children, will become eligible for the £150 Warm Home Discount this winter, as the Government has confirmed it will remove the existing 'hard to heat' eligibility criteria. The extension has only been confirmed for winter 2025/26, with further changes possible for future years.
Base rate held at 4.25% – here's what it means and when it might be cut next
The Bank of England has held the base rate at 4.25%. Below we explain why, when it might be cut, plus what it means for your mortgage and savings.
Applied for South West Trains 'boundary fares' compensation? Act now to claim it
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Winter Fuel Payments to be reinstated for millions – Martin Lewis explains how it'll work, what it means and if it's an improvement
All State Pensioners in England and Wales will receive a Winter Fuel Payment this winter, though those who earn over £35,000 will see it clawed back through the tax system. It means nine million pensioners will get the £200 or £300 top-up. Here MoneySavingExpert.com founder Martin Lewis shares his instant response and analysis, and we include answers to your key questions.

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