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LBCCC by parking eye
Hi guys, I have just received an LBCCC from Parkingeye. The original ticket was from a retail park, where I went to the gym and overstayed the time for parking. I did actually go the gym, but didn't realise I had to validate my parking. Also, the operational hours end at 10pm. They have a maximum stay of 3 hours, and I was…
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UKPC windscreen for private space
I received a windscreen ticket in January and quickly messaged their appeal process (my bad didn’t see this forum before then thought would be cut and dry SHAME ON ME) and have since received an response… I own the space I was using. I am physically and cognitively disabled and have an adapted car. I’m legally allowed to…
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Minimising ERC on Tesco loan
Hi, I have a £5000 loan with still 4.5 years to run at approx 6%. I now have the funds to pay it off. I know I can make unlimited overpayments without charge but if I pay fully off there is ERC. Can I pay a substantial amount but leave the remainder to be paid off on the next installment, or will that still trigger an ERC.…
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EE haggling
Hi all, Has anyone had much success or have any tips for haggling a sim only deal with EE? I've been with them since One2One in the 90s but know they're not the most competitive out there. My current deal is 30GB data for just under £12 but is going up again this month. Also 100mbps speed cap. 1p mobile is an attractive…
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Lump sum from DB Pension fund
Afternoon all, Am trying to give some general guidance to a family member who should be in receipt of a DB pension (and tax free lump sum in excess of £30k), in about 18 months time. Planning to look at their complete financial situation (cash, stocks and shares, all pensions) to see if it looks realistic to fully retire…
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The best steps to deal with a Persistent Debt Letter
Hi, I have an cc limit of 8000 the interest rate is 44.83% My contractual minimum payment is 351.05 I havnt had a letter yet, but more of a warning letter re i might be getting near persistent debt. The last statement has a note on it saying " We may be adding a Recommended Extra Payment to your statement" I have never…
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What's going wrong with these tulips?
They were like this last year too, and the flowers didn't develop properly.
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Can you reuse wall tiles?
Hello, Before my mum passed she bought these cute wall tiles that are on our kitchen wall (I can no longer find them anywhere). I need to get a window fitted which will mean creating a bigger opening in the wall where some of these tiles are. I would like to keep the tiles and then get someone to put them in another area…
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MSE News: Moved to Universal Credit from Tax Credits? Check before claiming free prescriptions
If you've moved from Tax Credits to Universal Credit, don't assume you still qualify for free prescriptions and dental treatment from the NHS – the criteria is different and you may now need to pay. Fail to do so and you could be fined up to £100… Read the full story:…
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Outfox the Market withdraw all Fixed Rate Contracts from offer
As of today, 19th March 2026, OFTM have stopped offering Fixed Rate Contracts. When asked why they stated that it was "Due to the uncertainty of Wholesale Market prices". I expect all the other suppliers will start pulling their Fixed Rate offers leaving only Variable Rate contracts to choose from when your fix expires. A…
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Howden vs Wren traditional kitchen
Hi Advice wanted on Wren or Howden traditional kitchen please. Want somerhing thats solid, looks lively and will last for years. Not interested in handleless or glossy finish. Floor will be grey tiles with some white & walls white tiles with hint of grey. If youve bought from.Howdens, what did you buy and your experience?…
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Peak Capital
Has anyone heard of this investment company in Switzerland. I’m trying to find out if it’s bone fide or a scam. I got in touch after seeing the supposed spat on Question Time between Nigel Farage and Andrew Bailey, I’ve put in £250 and I’m now having second thoughts. Also the financial advisor rings me every day /every…
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NCP appoints administrators
https://www.transportxtra.com/publications/parking-review/news/80459/ncp-set-to-appoint-administrators/
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Hideout
Thread for Hideout.tv, which pays for watching videos/ads. Promo code: STABLEREWARDS for 50 points. Valid until Sat 27th Apr, 11:59pm CST.
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Virgin Media have ruined my credit history
Please Help Virgin Media has ruined my Credit Score This sorry tale started in Autumn 2024 when Virgin Media (VM) closed my Virgin.Net email account without warning. At this point I had been a loyal VM customer for broadband, tv and telephone in various forms for over 20+ years. I contacted VM Customer Services (CS) many…
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Declaring partner for joint Council tax i.e. adding to them to the account
My partner has moved in and I want to add him to the council tax. He has been here for a little while. I also will need to have the single person's reduction removed. I would very much appreciate if anyone would share their experience with regard to what I can expect or advice of what to do etc. Thank you.
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A bit worried after enquiring about possibly transferring my maturing fixcash ISA to a new Provider.
I telephoned to make a provisional enquiry for when my present Fixed Cash ISA matures at the beginning of April in this tax year. The interest rate after maturity would be low and I wondered about transferring to a new, better interest, provider - as suggested in these forums. The bank adviser scared me by saying that,…
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Help with PC in hospital car park
Hi, First of all apologies for hijacking someone else's thread. First time posting in this forum. 3 weeks ago I attended urgent care at a hospital in Rugby and I have received a Parking charge notice, in all honestly, I was quite stressed and forgot to pay on my way out. I have read the newbies thread and as far as I can…
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Short Scenic Walking Holiday Advice please
Hi all. My Mum is turning 60 in October and I'm considering surprising her with a short break away (probably 4 nights). The thing is, I definitely have absolutely no idea what I'm doing when it comes to overseas travel as I haven't been abroad since I was about 12 (I'm now 37) and if course I didn't have to sort anything…
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Paragraph 3 Defence Help Please
Hi All, I was not the driver at the time, but am the registered keep of my wife's car. She was driving at the time and doing a dog walk for a resident on the street in question. Said resident would be a witness, if required, but is that actually needed? I am unsure how do complete my paragraph 3. Do I state I was not the…
