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ATMs at Belfast International Airport
Hi Can anyone advise if there is a charge for using the ATMs in the departures lounge at Belfast International airport for lifting Euros or do you just pay your normal bank charges. I am off to Spain and I hear there is a charge for lifting Euros at cash machines on top of your normal bank charges Thanks
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Gas & Electric as a bundle cheaper?
We have just got gas installed and need to choose a provider. Between Firmus and SSE, SSE are cheaper so we will go with them. Is it normally cheaper to bundle your gas and electric together? We are with PowerNI currently for electric..
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Anywhere/one locally sell fence pins?
I can get 10 off Amazon fit £20 but I only need 5. Screwfix do some but I think it’s fir 30 at an extortionate price. Second hand is fine. Just for a temporary fence. Any help greatly appreciated. M
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Can you travel to RoI without a passport?
My passport has expired but I need to work a contract in RoI the week after next for a while. I could get an expedited passport but it will end up costing £300 all told. So if I get the ferry from eg Cairnryan and train or bus south, would I face any checks? Thanks .
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changing name on title deeds
Does anyone know if changing name on title deeds needs to be done through a solicitor or is it a simple/straightforward matter to fill in a form for land registry? Thanks in advance.
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To buy A Grant condensing oil burner or not?
Hi folks, I have an old cast iron oil boiler (boiler house) and burner part is probably 18-20 years old, all working fine, in fact in the past service guys used to remark on the cast iron boiler unit saying hot good it was. The guy that services it now says that it is over 90% efficient but I would save on oil if changing…
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Wedding Photographers Donegal
Hi All, I'm looking for a wedding photographer who operates in Donegal (not necessarily from there), does anyone have any recommendations? We've had a few quotes which are in the region of 2K (Euros) and this sounds extremely high considering it's basically photographs on a USB pen.
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Building Control Fees for an extension
Hi everyone I am in the process of applying for Building Control Approval for a two storey side extension with attic trusses. The ground floor area and first floor area are 36m2 each,. The attic room is 16m2. This leaves the total area approx. 88m2. As this exceeds the set fee for extensions up to 60m2 I have been told…
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Euros from ATMs
Hi Can anywhere advise if there is an ATM machine in Derry-L/Derry which dispenses Euros? Thanks
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Security Fast Track suspended at the International Airport
The International Airport have suspended the pre-booking of Security Fast Track between now and the end of September which was previously done via their website. Also the fast path ticket machine has been switched off at the airport. I would strongly advise people travelling through the airport over the summer months to…
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Holding both Irish and UK driving licences
For someone with an Irish driving licence, is it possible to also hold a UK licence? Would it involve sitting another driving test in the UK?
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Made to Measure Fitted Furniture Covers for three piece suite
Hello Can anyone recommend who could make covers for three piece suite (three seater sofa plus two chairs), similar to what the company Plumbs do, except based in NI. I am in North Coast area and would prefer to buy local. Plumbs have mixed reviews. Thanks in advance. Mrs Mac
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Roofer Required Belfast
Hi, we're in the process of purchasing a small two bed mid-terrace house in South Belfast. The existing pitched roof is made of asbestos tiles and in need of replacement. I'd like to replace these the roof with standard, but more modern roof tiles. I'm not aware of the age of the current roof or the dimensions, although…
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Belfast city airport -cheap parking?
Is there a cheaper option than £58 for two days parking at or near Belfast City Airport? QuickPark in Dublin are less than €10 per day!
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EMA (Education Maintence Allowance) NI
Hi, Would anyone know if the household income threshold for EMA rises each year with inflation? For 2018/2019 applications the threshold for 1 child was £20500 based on 2016/2017 income. My DD will be applying in September and my household income is for 2018/2019 is on target to be £21500. I'm just curious to see if anyone…
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Is PAT electectrical testing a legal requirement in NI?
Is PAT (portable appliance testing) a legal requirement in NI like it is in England? I know many consumer laws put on the statute book in the rest of the UK have not been brought in in NI (eg law on free water in restaurants serving alcohol). Is the PAT law one such law? I rarely see PAT labels on electrical appliances…
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Rough estimate of building an extra room?
Hello folks, I know that it is a very difficult thing to do, but what roughly should I expect to pay a builder to add a gable side extra room, its flat ground and I would like a small pitched roof, not flat. Though I am not really in the know, I was estimating that the materials alone would cost no more than £3k, blocks…
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Parking at International Airport
Hi All, Where offers the best parking rates for parking at the International from Friday to Sunday? Thanks
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Fm/digital ?
Last Sunday I tried to watch the Italy/Ireland Rugby match on ITV and the commentary on radio Ulster, but the radio was approx 20 seconds ahead of the tv can anyone explain ?
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Are pension payments income?
Hi. I lost my husband almost 6 months ago. We have 3 small children. We receive a monthly pension allowance from his work. Does this payment count as income? For the purposes of tax credits to help with childcare costs for example?
