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Builder/architect for an extension
Any recommendations for a builder and architect in Belfast? It's for what I hope is a relatively small project (single storey extension). I have no idea how much it will cost or how to go about organising it (so any advice will be welcome). I would like to avoid the guys on horseback with stetsons if possible (if only they…
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Breakdown cover in the south?
Hiya, I'm just wondering if any of you know of breakdown cover I can get that will also cover me in the south? Seemingly if you want that with the AA you have to take out the European thingymajig... which I don't really want to do!
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new yrk visit
Can anyone recommend a good hotel for 6 nights in March? Has anyone used priceline or quikbook to reserve hotel rooms? which is easiest to use? Any tips/help would be appreciated.
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Savers
On the main grabbit board it talked about Savers branches closing down. Are there any in NI that are closing?
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D. L. A. form filling
My husband has had a heart attack and is on insulin dependent diabetes. He is in his early 60's. He can only walk a short distance but needs to take his spray as he gets angina pain. Its hard to say how far he can walk as it depends on weather. Can he claim DLA and how do you fill in those awkward forms please
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Flights to Newark, USA
Does anyone know if Continental Airlines (flying from Belfast International) are charging the extra tax on flights booked before Gordon Brown announced the extra tax? We're flying out in less than 2 weeks, I emailed them a few weeks ago and had no response. I see from the Daily Mail today this tax is actually illegal:- "A…
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Wales V Ireland
Anyone coming over for the rugby on Sunday. Im from Derry living in Cardiff with my welsh bf we are both going. Hopefully the Irish will outsing the Welsh COME ON IRELAND
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Dublin - Airport Hotel - Recommend One Please
Hi I am flying out from Dublin airport for my hols. I need a room near the airport for two adults and on child aged 10, can anyone recommend a hotel. I have found lots of hotels that claim to be near Dublin airport, but would love to know if anyone here would recommend one. Cheers
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Rates on a garage & new build
Are the rates the same price on a garage as a house? If you build a bungalow and are considering doing a loft conversion at some stage when do you start paying rates on it, is it when you put the windows in upstairs or when you put the stairs in?
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New Northern Ireland council tax
I live in Northern Ireland where the government are about to experiment with a new rating system . Everyone needs to be aware of this because you are next. Each property will be assessed on its current market value and this will be adjusted (upwards only ?) each year. If you make any improvements at all your bill will be…
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transfering funds to spain
New to all this so forgive me if there already is a thread. Has anyone experience of transfering moeny on a monthly basis and can you advise what is the best way to do this which will incur as little fees as possible? We have an account in a spanish bank.
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Computer Books
Does anyone have any idea what to do with computer books. I have several from my days at University such as a Jave book, and Computer hardware book. These books were really expensive to buy and I don't want them to lie about I would much prefer to sell them at a reduced price. Thanks in advance for any help.
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Current Boots Bargains
Hi I thought it would be a good idea to start a new post listing any Boots bargains found in NI, their price and location. Banbridge: There are still shelves full of Botanic gifts sets. Original price: £8 reduced to £2. The offer of a free moisturiser with any Botanic offer is still on so you can pick one up too for free…
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Gardeners
Hi All you fellow NORN IRONERS -:confused: Was wondering could anyone reccommend a good gardener. My Garden at the minute is grass and mud would like someone to come out give me ideas on how to improve it and carryout the work. Any advice and help would be great thanks :beer: I live in Belfast.:D
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Need Solictor for house move.
Hi have just sold my house and hopefully going sale agreed on another house this week need a solictor for all legal stuff , and what about surveyors do i find them or does the solictor have his own ,i know i must sound stupid but i have only every bought one and that was 10 years ago any recommendations greatly appriecated…
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20p admiission day for exploris portaferry
http://www.exploris.org.uk/news_and_events/events_calendar/ 20p Day 11th February 2007 To mark the 20th birthday of Exploris, we are offering admission for just 20p! So come along and avail of this one off deal! Hopefully this will be of use to some of you looking for a way to spend a day out on a budget. whoops spelling…
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Election office work...
My friend sent me an advert for work with the Election office at the next election. Around £150 for a days work, either counting or sitting ticking off peoples names in a school! If you are interested, go to www.eoni.org.uk for the application form, etc.
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Belfast Leisure Centres
You probably all already know about this, but I didn't until last week, so I thought I'd post it!!! I was looking into going to the leisure centre to use its gym and pool, and to see whether or not I could get swimming lessons. Anyway... I spotted on their website that they have this thing called the Boost card, which has…
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Caravans, Crooks And Claims
Would anyone know somebody who is good with caravans or could store them etc in the North Down or Newtownards areas? In October 2005, we bought a caravan for £5,500 but everytime we took it out some disaster occurred. After a year, we went back to the supplier and asked if he would buy it from us. He said he would sell it…
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Place to stay in Newcastle, Co. Down
Does anyone know anywhere to stay in Newcastle, Co. Down or roundabout? Don't mind if it is a B&B or a hotel. Any suggestions?