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N.I Self Build Home Show
Hi, Did anyone head to the Self Build home show over the weekend? If so was it useful or will you be taking anything away from it? Mark
Pay car park near breast screening centre Altnagelvin
Just wondering if there is a pay car park near this centre and if it is usually full at 9am? I have an appt there at 9.15am and have to travel approx 1.5 hrs. Can't leave earlier than 7.30 as have no childcare until then. Thanks in advance xx
Equal pay - NIO staff
Anyone know what is going on with the equal pay claim, as NIPSA seem to have abandoned us. I think we all need to get together on this, and do something, it is now 6 years since the NICS got their money. :mad::mad:
NI Presbyterian mutual society, Short of funds for withdrawal?
Anybody in NORTHERN Ireland save with them ? Should you be worried? Please Write your comments on this forum Belfast Telegraph Wednesday, 12 November 2008 "The credit crunch reached the church today when it was announced the Presbyterian Mutual Society, with assets of some £300 million, was unable to meet massive demand…
Please, ya know, like stop!
Very annoying when, ya know, folk keep saying, like, ya know, unnecessary words like, it's especially annoying in a, ya know, tv or radio interview like. Please stop!
Sell Used Books
How do I find a used book seller in Belfast? There used to be so many and I have many books I would like to unload?
Best way of spending down South
Will be down South a few days next week and I'm just wondering what's the best way to pay for good/services now that the £ is going up and down with Brexit. Withdraw what I think I'll need from Hole In The Wall and just work with cash. I'm thinking of bank charges and exchange rates Pay by Credit/Debit Card where possible…
Anyone Contested Their Rate Bill and Succeeded?
Hi All, I've noticed my rate bill constantly creeping up (as I'm sure all are), however the actual bill bears no resemblance to the actual value of my property. I am thinking of contesting these rates, I was wondering if anyone has done likewise and if so what was your experience? Thanks
New Kitchen with Building Work - North Down
I am planning to get a new kitchen installed but it will also involve some building work to knock through from the kitchen to the Utility Room and a refurb the Utility Room. Not sure how to go about getting quotes for all the work but would prefer one person / company to do it all as opposed to a separate builder and…
Interest Only Mortgage - Negative equity.
Looking for some advice on my situation from anyone who may have been in the same boat. Basically I was miss sold a mortgage back in 2006/2007. The broker, I have since found out, was a con man, who has since had his mortgage broker license revoked and filed for bankruptcy. At the time I was young and naive (no excuse I…
Pet (Cat) Sitters in Belfast
Hi there I'm looking for trustworthy reliable cat sitters in the Belfast Area, particularly South / East Belfast. I have two cats both indoor so not outdoors experience therefore kennels would be out of the question. I did come across a thread regarding this however it's a few years out of date. I hope to hear from you…
Inconsiderate parking
PSNI to issue notices to cars obstructing pavements http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-northern-ireland-38814237 Not before time! Here's hoping it's not hot air or a short lived publicity stunt......
Dressmaker
How do I find out who is still available or still working as dressmakers in Belfast so many are out of business , only do alterations or their own designs and yes of course costs?
Cleaner wanted
Hi I'm looking for a cleaner for a couple of hours every 2 weeks or so in East Belfast. Would anyone have any recommendations? Thanks
Dyslexia diagnosis
Hi does anyone know where you can get your child assessed for dyslexia?? Privately as the school does not warrant him bad enough to get assessed by the school. Thanks
Applegreen
Anyone know why the Applegreens on both sides of the M1 are coned off and shut today?
Vodafone Fibre Unlimited
Anyone using Vodafone Fibre that can give an honest review? Good/Bad when compared to Sky, BT etc.. https://www.vodafone.co.uk/broadband/deals
Discos
Does anyone know of discos in Bangor or Belfast centre that play music best suited to people in their 40-50s ? Thanks
Wheelie bins - council or house property?
Evening guys, We are in the process of buying a house. The owner has stated they are taking wheelie bins with them. We thought the bins were council property - does anyone know? Thanks
Engineer/Engineering firm in Ards/North Down
Afternoon Guys, This may well not be the greatest place to start but I am looking for recommendations for a general 'engineer'. Our company has ongoing need for maintenance of everything from lights through to heavy machinery. We can mostly do it ourselves but would rather like that burden removed. We don't want to have to…

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NatWest to complete takeover of Sainsbury's Bank this week – here's what it means for savers and borrowers
Sainsbury's Bank's savings, credit cards and loans will be taken over by NatWest from Thursday 1 May. For most, this means little will change for now as the Sainsbury's Bank brand will remain, though it's expected to be phased out towards the end of this year. However, if you've over £85,000 saved across both banks, it's worth considering moving any excess elsewhere to ensure your cash remains protected.
Martin Lewis: Is the £20,000 cash ISA limit about to be killed off? What savers should be doing now
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NatWest to complete takeover of Sainsbury's Bank this week – here's what it means for savers and borrowers
Sainsbury's Bank's savings, credit cards and loans will be taken over by NatWest from 1 May. For most, this means little change for now as the Sainsbury’s brand will remain, though it's expected to be phased out towards the end of this year. However, if you've over £85,000 saved across both banks, you'll need to move any excess elsewhere to ensure your cash remains protected.
NatWest to complete takeover of Sainsbury's Bank this week – here's what it means for savers and borrowers
From Thursday 1 May, Sainsbury's Bank credit cards, loans and savings accounts will be run by NatWest as part of a deal between the two banks. You'll be moved to NatWest in the future, likely towards the end of this year, but for now the Sainsbury's Bank brand will remain and you can continue to use its products and services as before.

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