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I have an idea that may help all of us!

red
red Posts: 666 Forumite
Hi, I am not sure where to post this, but I have had an idea for two new threads that I think may work...but I may be wrong!

The first is to use the fact that we are such a huge group on this forum to good effect: I was thinking, perhaps on certain campaigns we could have a label that we could attach to mail to show that we are part of a large group to help with difficulties with organisations that fail to respond or deliberately try to give a raw deal. Obviously, I realise that it would have to be based on a case by case basis as otherwise some complaints could make the whole group look bad. But, perhaps we could have a thread where people posted their issues, and moderators would be able to say whether it met criteria to allow it to be viewed as a group concern?

The other is an embarrassing medical thread. I was thinking I come onto this site usually most days and as a result, I really trust the opinions on here. I think it would be really helpful to have a place where we could post personal things and perhaps others may be able to help...I know, it is SO not money-related and so as a result I'll not be surprised if this (are neither) are taken up...but thought it may be worth a try!
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  • davetrousers
    davetrousers Posts: 5,862 Forumite
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    You're not allowed to give medical advice on here.
    .....

  • red
    red Posts: 666 Forumite
    ok, thanks! i was really just thinking of hints etc, rather than diagnosing, but i can see the issue. thanks for letting me know!
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  • sco0ter
    sco0ter Posts: 2,476 Forumite
    red wrote: »
    Hi, I am not sure where to post this, but I have had an idea for two new threads that I think may work...but I may be wrong!

    The first is to use the fact that we are such a huge group on this forum to good effect: I was thinking, perhaps on certain campaigns we could have a label that we could attach to mail to show that we are part of a large group to help with difficulties with organisations that fail to respond or deliberately try to give a raw deal. Obviously, I realise that it would have to be based on a case by case basis as otherwise some complaints could make the whole group look bad. But, perhaps we could have a thread where people posted their issues, and moderators would be able to say whether it met criteria to allow it to be viewed as a group concern?

    Isnt that what Trading standards/Consumers Direct are for????
  • Sarahsaver
    Sarahsaver Posts: 8,390 Forumite
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    Well maybe Martin could, through this site, sell envelope re-use labels that advertise the moneysaving cause? I would buy them!
    Member no.1 of the 'I'm not in a clique' group :rotfl:
    I have done reading too!
    To avoid all evil, to do good,
    to purify the mind- that is the
    teaching of the Buddhas.
  • saintscouple
    saintscouple Posts: 4,339 Forumite
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    Hi, Martin’s asked me to post this in these circumstances: I’ve asked Board Guides to move threads if they’ll receive a better response elsewhere (please see this rule) so this post/thread has been moved to another board, where it should get more replies. If you have any questions about this policy please email [EMAIL="abuse@moneysavingexpert.com"]abuse@moneysavingexpert.com[/EMAIL].
  • cwp500
    cwp500 Posts: 530 Forumite
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    sco0ter wrote: »
    Isnt that what Trading standards/Consumers Direct are for????

    There is a definite case to be made for a petitions thread.

    Martin has pioneered such important causes as the bank charge rip off.

    He should arbitrate on which issues are put out for petition.

    With the number of members now on this site - a standard email from each of us could have a significant impact upon future causes.

    Over to Martin for some thoughts on this please.
    :o Keep trying.........................what else is there to do? :o
  • cwp500
    cwp500 Posts: 530 Forumite
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    red wrote: »
    ok, thanks! i was really just thinking of hints etc, rather than diagnosing, but i can see the issue. thanks for letting me know!

    Best not to dilute the moneysaving focus of the site too much Red.

    It seems rash to offer advice on medical matters, vulnerable people may be affected by even the most well meaning advice.
    :o Keep trying.........................what else is there to do? :o
  • Sarahsaver
    Sarahsaver Posts: 8,390 Forumite
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    cwp500 wrote: »
    Best not to dilute the moneysaving focus of the site too much Red.

    It seems rash to offer advice on medical matters, vulnerable people may be affected by even the most well meaning advice.

    :rotfl: :rotfl: :rotfl:
    Member no.1 of the 'I'm not in a clique' group :rotfl:
    I have done reading too!
    To avoid all evil, to do good,
    to purify the mind- that is the
    teaching of the Buddhas.
  • MrsBartolozzi
    MrsBartolozzi Posts: 6,358 Forumite
    Part of the Furniture Combo Breaker I've been Money Tipped!
    There's a "red pen" group on DFW. I think they use a red pen to write on all the credit card /loan applications we all get in the mail and then return in freepost envelope. I think they write MSE or DFW or something.
    Might be worth pursuing something on those lines???


    MrsB.

    Thread is here

    It's only a game
    ~*~*~ We're only here to dream ~*~*~
  • globalds
    globalds Posts: 9,431 Forumite
    Didn't a bunch of MSE'rs all click on a debt site to move it to the top of google listings ..This was pretty easy to do and just needed the individual to do something simple ..
    Something along those lines may be worth investigating ..The one thing we really all have in common is a connection to the internet ...Surely using that power for good would be acceptable .
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