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Tyre explanation
Ok, so I need new tyres. I have an Audi A4 2009 B8 and I believe the alloys on the car are there from new. The tyres on the car are 245/45 ZR17. So my question is what are my options for new tyres. I realise that the 17 means 17" so I am restricted to that, but what else can I consider. What else fits my alloys, if anything
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Budget Energy
Anybody having problems buying electric online, I paid £30 for electric this morning and they took the money but I did not get the code. Naturally I rang Budget Energy to say that they had taken the money but I hadn't been credited with the electric I paid for. The man I spoke with said their systems were down and the…
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Cemap examination centre locations?
Hi I appreciate this isn't quite money saving but I'm hoping to complete the cemap online course, and I'm struggling to find an examination centre? I've found the online course on groupon for £99 - compared to £400 odd through Reed. Having looked at the content, it seems to be exactly the same thing!! Reed have said there…
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Shipping to USA
I have a few small items of furniture that I need to ship to USA. Does anyone know of a company in NI that could do this for me?
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Lidl Pasta Maker
This is a long shot. Does anyone remember the last time Lidl had the ERNESTO Pasta Machine on sale, either in the North or South? The reason I’m asking is that I bough one last time around, put it by and only took it out about three weeks when I went to a local pasta making course. There is a white strip of plastic beside…
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Burglar alarm
Hi all Thinking of getting burglar alarm system in my house (3 bedroom semi). How much would a basic system cost? Any thoughts on installation by professional security company vs installation of a B&Q set by an electrician? Thanks
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VW Emissions Claim
Just received an Email from Edwards and Co Solicitors (see below) regarding the VW Emissions Claim. As they are now asking for payment to cover their costs to date and the potential for further costs in future and possibly having to Pay VW's costs also, what advice could you offer. Terms of the Costs Sharing Agreement Our…
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Living in UK (NI), working in ROI
I have registered with HMRC as resident in the UK now and my self-employed income will continue to be in the ROI. My annual tax return will still be submitted to Revenue but I will also need to do the same to HMRC. I understand the HMRC financial year is April to April and that I will get credit for tax paid to Revenue.…
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Belfast chimney sweep
Any recommendations for a chimney sweep in Belfast? Need our stove flue ready for the new season. How much can you expect to pay also?
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Best place to exchange $ to £
I have some us dollars I would like to exchange into sterling. Any recommendations as to where to get the most for my money - best exchange rate & minimal commission. Many thanks.
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Currency abroad
Just back from a nice break to Majorca and wanted to let people know my experience changing money. Afew weks ago I did a bit of research on the main forum here as the find the best way to get foreign currency. I already had a Halifax Clarity card, used only for foreign travel, so this was a good start. A Starling bank card…
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15/30 for 3 and 4 year olds
https://www.gov.uk/help-with-childcare-costs/free-childcare-and-education-for-2-to-4-year-olds Do we have this in NI? If not what is the nearest equivalent?
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Need fast replies please, somewhere to stay tomorrow onwards
Hello all, Hopefully its not too late and people will see this. I have a bit of a problem. I am booked to go to Northern Ireland tomorrow morning, earliest flight, will be in Belfast at 9.30am. My flight is booked and paid for, and also my taxi fairs to and from the airports are already paid for, and a few other things…
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Blind man
Hi, I've just replaced double glazing and need my 5 blinds put up again- can anyone recommend someone round Carryduff who could do this?? :T The 'Blind' man /company has now retired and other blind companies not interested.
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Car dent repair - Lisburn?
I need to get a small scrape and dent fixed on a passenger rear door... is there anyone in Lisburn area you can recommend who's not a cowboy / doesnt take the hand? ;)
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going over 45mph with R plates in the republic of Ireland.
I was travelling home from work yesterday, as I live in the north of Ireland but work in the south, I still have my R plates up on my car which means I have to drive at 45mph but was going at around 51/52, I was on a 60mph road as I approached a bend I seen a speed-camera van and as soon as I seen it I slowed down to 45…
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New Kitchen get worktop price down
Hi, Got a couple of quotes that vary greatly in price. I have breakdowns for material prices etc. I need to get the prices down even more so I need to source some stuff myself. If anyone can help, either if you've sourced stuff yourself or if you are an installer that would be greatly appreciated. The kitchen needs to be…
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Electric Ireland - Price Increase
Electric Ireland will be increasing their electricity price by 8% from the 1st October 2019. New rate will be 18.34p SSE and Power NI are also increasing their prices as well.
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Will witticisms
I have to give a funny speech on Friday night and I need a bit of help. The last time I did this, it was all brexit jokes, but I don’t want to do that again. A suitably bizarre topic I have in mind is this English bloke who cut off his own penis and left his fortune to Sinn Fein. So far I’ve come up with (arf) financial…
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Oil to Gas
Hi Anyone in the Craigavon area taking out their oil heating and replacing with gas? I need a Hot Water Cylinder as my oil / back boiler is not heating the water. Thanks
