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LEJC wrote: »

I have returned from my shopping trip....

and then I had a melt down at the reduced counter of all places...over a pack of chops containing 4 and the remembrance that we are a family of 3 now....

So sorry for your loss xxxx

springdreams

mhoc wrote: »

from Amazon I got this - not examined it yet but has anyone else had it? OH has a kindle but I think you can also put kindle books on your ipad???
and is there a price limit on the book?
I have a few things loitering in my saved for later list on Amazon which might have kindle versions



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springdreams

mhoc wrote: »

please can I ask has anyone done a passport renewal lately?

Just doing OHs now and trying to figure out if he needs a counter signer. It says you need one if you are not recognisable from previous passport photo

OH did his photos yesterday and he has his glasses on. I've just looked at his previous passport and he does not have his glasses on so would that count as being noticeably different???

previously we have just done renewal passports for the kids for the youngest and eldest and the middle one got his stolen and had to have a replacement. all three needed a counter signer and OH gets his work boss to do it and that is where the issue comes in. Even though he is a bloke of normal intelligence he either makes a mistake on the form or even worse he cant get his signature inside the box without touching the edge :mad:

we always do check and scan, youngest son needed to do new photos because the backs were not signed correctly. Eldest sons form was rejected 3 times because of these issues - it was a week of to-ing and fro-ing from the post office and the works office - as soon as OH came back with the form first time I knew it was not acceptable - I even said to OH tell him about not touching the edge of the box :mad:

I suppose all we can do is take everything to the Po and see what they say. And also OHs boss is still away for another week or 2 and he will be jet lagged whenever he does get back so it will be another week of rejected forms

I wear glasses, but was told I had to remove them when having my passport photos done a year ago, as apparently you are not allowed to wear glasses anymore in a passport photo.

Edit: just found this on https://www.gov.uk/photos-for-passports/photo-requirements

You can’t wear sunglasses or tinted glasses. You can wear reading glasses but your eyes must show fully through clear lenses without glare or reflections.

Snap-ant

mhoc wrote: »

email from Superdrug to collect my weekend bag but I have 21 days - just hope that I don't forget it now - do Superdrug ask for ID when you collect orders?

yes they do

mhoc wrote: »

please can I ask has anyone done a passport renewal lately?

Just doing OHs now and trying to figure out if he needs a counter signer. It says you need one if you are not recognisable from previous passport photo

OH did his photos yesterday and he has his glasses on. I've just looked at his previous passport and he does not have his glasses on so would that count as being noticeably different???

previously we have just done renewal passports for the kids for the youngest and eldest and the middle one got his stolen and had to have a replacement. all three needed a counter signer and OH gets his work boss to do it and that is where the issue comes in. Even though he is a bloke of normal intelligence he either makes a mistake on the form or even worse he cant get his signature inside the box without touching the edge :mad:

we always do check and scan, youngest son needed to do new photos because the backs were not signed correctly. Eldest sons form was rejected 3 times because of these issues - it was a week of to-ing and fro-ing from the post office and the works office - as soon as OH came back with the form first time I knew it was not acceptable - I even said to OH tell him about not touching the edge of the box :mad:

I suppose all we can do is take everything to the Po and see what they say. And also OHs boss is still away for another week or 2 and he will be jet lagged whenever he does get back so it will be another week of rejected forms

Okay I can help here.
The photos will get rejected if he is wearing glasses. As it's all about the eyes.
No he doesn't need a counter signatory. Only if his appearance has changed dramatically since the last photo
Counter signatorys are only needed for Under 16s, changing from child to adult, lost or change of appearance.

Dead easy - fill in section 1, 2, 3, & sign the back & date.
In black pen, capital letters & inside the boxes.
No more than 5 mistakes allowed.
Black in the box if a mistake is made as scanner won't try & read it.

Fill in the card debit page in booklet & enclose - £72.50
post with 2 photos, old passport

Snap-ant

I have all my passport notes here - message me mhoc if you need help ♥

mhoc

Snap-ant wrote: »

I have all my passport notes here - message me mhoc if you need help ♥

I've filled in the form now and I am quite confident that its all correct but - as we suspect if we will need the counter signatory who then has fill in section 10 and sign his name correctly - well this is in the lap of the gods

just seen the bit about the photograph - it says you have to write
I certify that this is a true likeness of Mr Joe Bloggs - then signed and dated - all in a tiny square :eek:
might have to do an example sheet that they can copy and fill in correctly

JUst wondering now about another person who might do this bit - he is an Australian but he now has a UK passport

mhoc

springdreams wrote: »

I wear glasses, but was told I had to remove them when having my passport photos done a year ago, as apparently you are not allowed to wear glasses anymore in a passport photo.

Edit: just found this on https://www.gov.uk/photos-for-passports/photo-requirements

You can’t wear sunglasses or tinted glasses. You can wear reading glasses but your eyes must show fully through clear lenses without glare or reflections.

there is no reflection or glare in the glasses so I am not sure now, I think we will have to go and ask, the PO lady is very severe - this will be the 3rd trip to the post office this week

Snap-ant

mhoc wrote: »

I've filled in the form now and I am quite confident that its all correct but - as we suspect if we will need the counter signatory who then has fill in section 10 and sign his name correctly - well this is in the lap of the gods

just seen the bit about the photograph - it says you have to write
I certify that this is a true likeness of Mr Joe Bloggs - then signed and dated - all in a tiny square :eek:
might have to do an example sheet that they can copy and fill in correctly

Just wondering now about another person who might do this bit - he is an Australian but he now has a UK passport

:):) You don't need a counter signatory if he looks the same but with glasses. (with no glare & you can see his eyes clearly)
A counter signatory can be anyone who has known him for at least 2 years, has a good job or retired & has a current UK passport.

A neighbour? a work colleague? pub landlord?

Snap-ant

mhoc wrote: »

there is no reflection or glare in the glasses so I am not sure now, I think we will have to go and ask, the PO lady is very severe - this will be the 3rd trip to the post office this week

Have you paid the £9.75 fee for check & send?

emerald21

marmitelovemehateme wrote: »

Does anyone else have talented family...I expect some funny replies..Pleaseeee:rotfl:

Yes hubby's done a lot , trapeze artist, gymnast, stunt man in films and was a stunt man for Patrick McGoohan in the Prisoner series. Been in adverts, wing walked, tightrope across two sky scrapers in America, dived into small pool while on fire, rode the wall of death, need I go on lol.

Good Afternoon all

It's Dawn s 30 th birthday today We ve got the kids while she s out for a meal.