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KANE FAMILY BUTCHERS BUSHMILLS is it honestly loca
Now please realize that if the meat I purchased from Kane was eatable I would NOT be so annoyed he should not be selling under false pretenses Hi all posted earlier about poor quality virtually uneatable kane family butchers meat, well had a look as per a comment posted about one of his butchers saying it was imported and…
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Journalist photographer for N Ireland wedding?
Hi I once saw wedding photos in Washington that were all taken by an actual newspaper photojournalist (he worked for Washington Post I think and was a friend of the groom). Does anyone here know of someone in Northern Ireland like this? Someone who works for a newspaper or magazine?
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PIP in Northern Ireland
Hi, I helped a friend fill in her DLA to PIP Form a number of weeks back. We pushed hard and got a paper based assessment. Anyway I’m wondering how long she should have to wait to get a decision. The DfC said 6-8 weeks, while information I’ve been reading online suggests 4-6 weeks, admittedly that’s across the water I know…
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Kitchen fitter Belfast
Any recommendations? We aren't looking to spend a fortune - in fact, we're quite taken with a few IKEA kitchens. Not sure whether to have them fit it or get a third party fitter?
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Wedding dress storage
I've been asked to store a nieces wedding dress and wondering how best to do that. Its a bit of a responsibility and I dont want her to ask for it in a few years to find it mouldy and musty. It was given to me basically on a hanger. At the minute I have placed it in a 50litre plastic tub with lid. I have folded it up as…
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hospital records
anyone know if there is a legal length of time that hospitals must meet, when someone asks for a copy of their hospital records. thanks
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PPI in the Republic
I know about PPI in the U.K., however, I!!!8217;ve no idea about how, or if it operates in the Republic, I!!!8217;d appreciate some pointers about PPI in the Republic, maybe a few links or where to get more detailed information really would be appreciated Thanks Kevin
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Motorhome parking
Thinking of buying a Motorhome for the summer season. I dont really want to pay holiday park prices for every night. So what are the rules for parking in laybys, roadside, car parks etc.
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Wattage
Anyone help with a lighting question. I have a couple of pendants in my kitchen with each using 3 bulbs. When I bought them a few years ago it was recommended to use maximum 40w bulbs. These were the standard bulbs but I now want to put LED energy saver bulbs in. Basically I would like brighter than the old 40w bulbs. So…
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Derry Girls
This has been a massive hit in Northern Ireland and across the UK, I seem to be the only one who finds it contrived, badly acted and very cringeworthy. What am I missing with this programme?
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Smart Parking PCN
Hi, I read some older posts on this before joining. Is it still current advice to ignore? Genuinely had broken down, but from looking online their appeals process is very slanted. Can they enforce/take to court/clamp at my home etc in any way?
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Kitchen counter tops
I am looking to upgrade our kitchen a little bit, changing the counter tops and the sink. Apart from the likes of Ikea, B&Q etc, are there any local shops you could recommend where this could be done to a nice finish, at a reasonable decent price? Not wanting to spend a lot on it as we may do an extension in a few years…
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Kane family butchers bushmills
Hi I would like to hear your comments about the quality and the description of the cuts on offer? ie when they advertise 16oz sirloin steaks IS it sirloin or a cheaper cut fashioned to suit
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Joiner Belfast - interior doors
Any recommendations for a joiner? South Belfast. Hoping to replace the interior doors (approx 12). Will need sanded to size and handles etc fitted. Last doors were so badly fitted in this house, we're happy to pay for it to be done properly.
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Northern Ireland Co-Ownership...
Hi, Just wondering if anyone has shared a similar experience as below and can advise... We decided to possibly sell our property which was bought via co-ownership in 2014 tail end of 2017. We had co-ownership out to value the property to see what share we would have to pay them back from our sale. The valuation has a 3…
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Residential home - East Belfast
My 86 year old mother can no longer can care for herself and we have decided the best course would be for going into a care home. She has dementia but would not need a nursing home. Obviously this is not an easy decision to take so I would be obliged if anyone any recommendations for a home around east Belfast?
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Fixed Skylight Manufacturer in NI or Ireland?
Dear all Planning an extension behind the kitchen now, and coming to the issue of deciding on skylights. I want fixed ones. I can find more than several companies in England with latest technology etc., but struggling to find any locally. Is anyone here any wiser? Even Ireland might be a good choice and save me hundreds…
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Redundancy and recruitment agencies, anyone recommend a professional agency?
Hi, having been a HR manager for the past 14 years I am now in a 45 day consultation which could go to redundancy. I would like to register with some agencies (Belfast area) to widen my job search. Has anyone used an agency which was designed for professionals and would you recommend them? I have heard that Grafton are…
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Do any Local Banks have Switching Perks?
Hi All, I never really hear any perks on offer from local banks in terms of switching bonuses. My question is do Ulster Bank, Bank of Ireland or Danske have any perks on offer for customers who switch to their accounts? Thanks
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Bridal Alterations
Hi I am wondering if anyone could recommend a seamstress for wedding dress alterations. North Down/Ards area. Many thanks! :)
