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Free Laptop

edd2000
edd2000 Posts: 2 Newbie
in Techie Stuff
Hi
i was wondering if anyone know how to get a free laptop for people on benefit.
Thanks

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  • AndyPix
    AndyPix Posts: 4,847 Forumite
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    Welcome to MSE


    Why do you think that being on benefits entitles you to a free laptop ?


    If it does - it shouldnt
  • Ebe_Scrooge
    Ebe_Scrooge Posts: 7,320 Forumite
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    A brick through the window of your local Currys PCWorld shop late one night ?
  • Robin9
    Robin9 Posts: 12,858 Forumite
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    Join the local Job Club at your library
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  • Gravedigger
    Gravedigger Posts: 159 Forumite
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    There was a scheme some years ago where you could get a computer if on benefits. Gash ones were free but better ones on a sliding scale to £99. I haven't heard of the scheme recently so probably died a death. See if there any charity grants available in your area.
  • DCFC79
    DCFC79 Posts: 40,641 Forumite
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    The OP has been given a link in the other thread they started on the charities board.
  • Tallaght
    Tallaght Posts: 1,632 Forumite
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    The OP cast out his net and got a few bites :)
  • bigdavecox90
    bigdavecox90 Posts: 215 Forumite
    Ahhhh could do with a new MacBook. Perhaps I'll just jack my job in.
  • welshbookworm
    welshbookworm Posts: 2,905 Forumite
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    Could try freegle/. freecycle . People do ask on my local sites. Don't know if they get one though.
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