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Can't be a spy then...

Just looked at the application procedure on MI5's website. They do a "Deep Vetting" of applicants including checks with credit reference agencies! I can't even get a credit card let alone join MI5! "Bond, Premium Bond"

Might be able to work for MFI though...
"What does not kill you makes you stronger"


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  • MercMan wrote: »
    Just looked at the application procedure on MI5's website. They do a "Deep Vetting" of applicants including checks with credit reference agencies! I can't even get a credit card let alone join MI5! "Bond, Premium Bond"

    Might be able to work for MFI though...

    Erm, not unless you bring them back out of liquidation :rotfl:
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  • But wouldn't we all fit into countries like Iceland and Ireland so easily?
  • skylight
    skylight Posts: 10,716 Forumite
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    Just because they check, does not mean that it cannot include you! They just need to know everything about you (unless it also says no BRs or debtors!)

    Go on! Apply. You know you want to....
  • rog2
    rog2 Posts: 11,650 Forumite
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    MercMan wrote: »
    Just looked at the application procedure on MI5's website. They do a "Deep Vetting" of applicants including checks with credit reference agencies! I can't even get a credit card let alone join MI5!

    Might be worth trying the KGB. ;)
    I am NOT, nor do I profess to be, a Qualified Debt Adviser. I have made MANY mistakes and have OFTEN been the unwitting victim of the the shamefull tactics of the Financial Industry.
    If any of my experiences, or the knowledge that I have gained from those experiences, can help anyone who finds themselves in similar circumstances, then my experiences have not been in vain.

    HMRC Bankruptcy Statistic - 26th October 2006 - 23rd April 2007 BCSC Member No. 7

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  • rog2
    rog2 Posts: 11,650 Forumite
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    MercMan wrote: »
    "Bond, Premium Bond"

    Count yourself lucky if you've still got any premium bonds, MM - I had to give my one Premium Bond to the OR. :rolleyes:

    Wonder what will happen if it ever comes up for £1million. :confused: :rotfl:
    I am NOT, nor do I profess to be, a Qualified Debt Adviser. I have made MANY mistakes and have OFTEN been the unwitting victim of the the shamefull tactics of the Financial Industry.
    If any of my experiences, or the knowledge that I have gained from those experiences, can help anyone who finds themselves in similar circumstances, then my experiences have not been in vain.

    HMRC Bankruptcy Statistic - 26th October 2006 - 23rd April 2007 BCSC Member No. 7

    DFW Nerd # 166 PROUD TO BE DEALING WITH MY DEBTS
  • Richard_S
    Richard_S Posts: 4,432 Forumite
    rog2 wrote: »
    Count yourself lucky if you've still got any premium bonds, MM - I had to give my one Premium Bond to the OR. :rolleyes:

    Wonder what will happen if it ever comes up for £1million. :confused: :rotfl:

    Hi Rog,

    Presumably they don't keep them, they must be surrendered as and when they've got a reasonable amount.:rolleyes: :rolleyes: Or after the bankrupt has been discharged?:confused::confused:

    Maybe JCS can answer that one!!

    I forgot about ours and only remembered them when I went for a quick look at the Rembrandts and other treasures.:D :D

    Rich
  • jamespir
    jamespir Posts: 21,456 Forumite
    you cnat join the army either
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  • rog2
    rog2 Posts: 11,650 Forumite
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    Richard_S wrote: »
    I forgot about ours and only remembered them when I went for a quick look at the Rembrandts and other treasures.:D :D

    Trouble is, Rich - mine was sitting on top of the 54" Plasma TV - it had actually fallen out of the 'Ming' vase that I had tucked it in.

    First thing they noticed. ;);)
    I am NOT, nor do I profess to be, a Qualified Debt Adviser. I have made MANY mistakes and have OFTEN been the unwitting victim of the the shamefull tactics of the Financial Industry.
    If any of my experiences, or the knowledge that I have gained from those experiences, can help anyone who finds themselves in similar circumstances, then my experiences have not been in vain.

    HMRC Bankruptcy Statistic - 26th October 2006 - 23rd April 2007 BCSC Member No. 7

    DFW Nerd # 166 PROUD TO BE DEALING WITH MY DEBTS
  • rog2
    rog2 Posts: 11,650 Forumite
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    jamespir wrote: »
    you cnat join the army either

    But you CAN join the Foreign Legion.
    I am NOT, nor do I profess to be, a Qualified Debt Adviser. I have made MANY mistakes and have OFTEN been the unwitting victim of the the shamefull tactics of the Financial Industry.
    If any of my experiences, or the knowledge that I have gained from those experiences, can help anyone who finds themselves in similar circumstances, then my experiences have not been in vain.

    HMRC Bankruptcy Statistic - 26th October 2006 - 23rd April 2007 BCSC Member No. 7

    DFW Nerd # 166 PROUD TO BE DEALING WITH MY DEBTS
  • jamespir wrote: »
    you cnat join the army either

    Yes you can. You can even join the Police force!!
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