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N. Ireland

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is there no Natwest bank in Coleraine or anywhere in Northern ireland
only lived here 2 month and so far ive not seen any natwest bank and i need to change details in a branch lol and ive no idea what to do or if im missing something here?
POWER NI PREPAY
Can anyone confirm for me... with increase coming up in July if I top up extra in preparation meter will get this at all at current rate as long as once rate changes in July I don't top up with new topup and long numbers to change rate until any money in meter used. Hope this makes sense lol
Best coal prices
I have an open fire, I usually only light it at the weekends in the winter. I used to burn soft wood log nets with a little coal for years. But last year I started just burning coal and slacking it off, worked out a lot cheaper that logs. With the price of coal going through the roof. What is the best price you have seen…
NI gas suppliers to remove minimum consumption charge.
Does anyone know if they are removing the 2 rates (low and higher) to just one rate or just that you will no longer be charged even when you dont use any gas? https://www.uregni.gov.uk/news-centre/natural-gas-consumers-benefit-removal-minimum-consumption-charge
Dangerous good, ie car paint, UK to N Ireland
Despite making numerous local enquiries, I've yet find a courier who will take a consignment of car paint/thinners/hardeners, 16 litres, to N Ireland Can anyone give me a delivery company name who will? Thanks in advance
Pick my postcode NI winners
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Dental Implants
Maybe not a money saving option but I'm tired of wearing dentures, I want to be able to bite into my food without the fear of the denture slipping! While I appreciate every case is going to be different and every dentist will have their own schedular of prices I'm wondering what would be a realistic ballpark figure for a…
No option for Gas supplier switch
Just off the ‘chat’ with SSE energy - was recommended to switch to them from Firmus to save me some money on my gas bill. I had clicked the Uswitch link and searched the SSE site for the ‘simple online link’ to start my switch. After searching everywhere, and not finding it I resorted to a chat. Tammy kindly informed me…
Nationwide in the Republic
If another board would be more suitable for this question please or mods please shift. My friend was out of the Republic for quit a few years and now she's back she has discovered that the Nationwide no longer trade in the Republic, she's been living in the North for some time. Anyone know where or how she could contact…
VAT-free Shopping
It's early days yet but I wonder if the Government's launching of VAT-free shopping will apply to those who live in the Irish Republic ie they are after all EU citizens, just like France, Italy, etc. Will the be able to pop over the border and buy all their booze, computers, televisions and so on and save 20 percent of…
Hot Water: Immersion Heater v Oil ?
Some time back a chartered architect friend suggested it might be cheaper to heat the water from my immersion heater rather than use the oil to heat it. As we have some of the highest energy costs in the uk has anyone sat down and done the sums? How would you work it out?
Couriers from UK to Northern Ireland for Curtains and Curtain Pelmet (board) 170cm length
Hello Does anyone know any couriers that will collect Curtain Pelmet (board) from UK - Length 170cm - Height is 70cm. Obviously curtains as well which are ok in a box but the length of the pelmet seems to be the problem ie 170cm Delivery is to Northern Ireland. Thanks in advance
Smart Parking Fine
I seem to have received a parking fine for parking in a shop forecourt for around teo hours. Is there any requirement to pay this?
Stove
Hi Does anyone here know who would install a multi fuel stove Craigavon Area? Thanks
Best place in Northern Ireland or the UK (online) to sell Jewelry/Gold
Hi all, I'm looking to get some valuations for some gold and jewelry I have and would like to sell. Any recommendations for a firm that has a good reputation for being fair? I'm a bit concerned about just trying this with companies I know nothing about. No doubt most will be fine but I'd feel more content if I knew they…
Hotpoint under counter freezer
Can anyone tell me what to do with my freezer? It's under counter with the required spaces around it. It gathers water on the outside top which drips down to the floor. I didn't know this till my wooden floor started swelling up! I know about the condensation slide button on it, this hasn't helped at all. Any ideas?? Thanks
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I’m looking to book a crossing for aug 2023. Anyone know when these go on sale? Or any better cost alternatives ? TIA
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