-
Airline claims air traffic control caused delay/cancellation - how do I check?
We were very recently waiting to board a plane for a booked holiday when we were informed the flight was cancelled. They (Easyjet) were unable to offer an alternative and therefore are (haven't yet) refunding the holiday cost. However we are unable to claim compensation for other costs (petrol, parking, overall hassle,…
-
2023 parking fine, was unloading equipment into a venue
Hi all, I have read and read numerous threads in here now. And I’m still uncertain which approach is best to compile my defence. I have never received a parking ‘fine’ or anything for this event other than threatening letters from DCBL then DCBL Legal. At the time of the event I was not parked up I was unloading equipment…
-
Thank god we paid the mortgage off
My previous diary was pulling my frugal pants on. I decided to start a new diary because, well because our new start that we had planned isn’t going to happen. So dad’s house sale finally went through and we’d decided that we would use my inheritance to offset OH dropping a day at work. Money would be tight but doable.…
-
Driving test routes app - has anyone used? Worth getting?
My son is doing his driving test in a months time in a different part of London (Mill hill) to where we live. It's too far for his driving instructor to go to practice and he wouldn't know the routes anyway. He is a competent driver but I think it would be good to drive the main routes used for testing. We have already…
-
Date on WILL. It is a problem?
Just a quick question. Just storing out paperwork, will, getting ducks in a line, etc. Notice the date is a little wrong in terms of the extra 1 in front of the 13 because the pen didn't work first time, didn't think much of it, but now I do. It is worth doing this again, or will it not make a difference?
-
Boots - no points added if you redeem a recycling coupon?
It isn't mentioned in the T&Cs but looks like boots doesn't give you points if you redeem a recycling coupon. Checked online and at least a couple of my products qualify for the usual 3 points per £1. All 3 earns below are separate transactions on different days. Spent at least £10 on the ones where i earned 500. I don't…
-
Money from house sale and how long it should last
If a pensioner couple were to sell their property, move into sheltered accommodation (which they pay fully for) and give away most of the profit from their house sale to their children in order to help them in life.....the question is how long would the authorities expect this money to last? As an example: Say the profit…
-
PCN Parkingeye Eastbourne Asda
Good afternoon, I'm so sorry if this has been asked before, just need a quick so do or don't please. I have had a PCN for parking for over three hours at the Asda Eastbourne site. To be honest never been knew they had restrictions. There are at least 7 shops a Costa and a Mcdonalds. It is free parking so no option to pay.…
-
Claim form from DCB Legal LTD
I am back again for your support my fellow colleagues. DCB Legal LTD has issued me a claim form for a 2hrs free retail car park in 2023. The below are the particulars of cliam The parking company is called OBSERVICE PARKING CONSULTANCY LIMITED Claim issue date: 12 Dec 2025 1. The Defendant (D) is indebted to the Claimant…
-
Failed mediation, court hearing, breastfeeding
Basically what is says in the title! After 6+ years of battling through a PCN with UKPS Ltd, I am due to appear in Court in January after not coming to an agreement with mediation. I have recently given birth, I'm breastfeeding and my court summons states I need to be prepared to have 6 hours in the court between 10am and…
-
How to find a good GP?
I spent most of my life living close to my parents so was still being seen by our 'family' doctor who was a bloody nice chap and always gave me excellent care. Since I've moved away from the area and now signed up with the local GP practice, I was assigned a GP at random and I am absolutely dumbfounded how appaling it is.…
-
Car scratch repair
I clumsily scratched my car in a parking lot and got quoted over £900 to get it fixed! I think it's because there's a few scratches across multiple panels and there's also a scuff on the doorhandle. See photo below. The car is about 10 years old (we're the second or third owner), and nothing special, so we aren't too…
-
Polymer coating
I’m buying a new car, and have been offered polymer coating for £400. This includes some interior treatment as well. Is this something worth paying for? The car is £24k by the way, and it has a metallic paint finish.
-
Can I choose not to claim trading allowance to push profits over NI threshold?
Sole trader. Am I understanding this right? Profit above £6,845, don't have to pay NI but it is treated as a qualifying year. Profit below £6,845, no qualifying year unless you pay voluntary class 2. I'm hoping to reach a turnover of £6,485 by the end of this tax year, but I doubt I'll be able to get it much higher. I…
-
How to approach aunt about potentially appointing a power of attorney
Long story but would be great for any advice. My aunt (uncle was blood relative) is 85 and lives alone. My mum, myself and my two sisters are close to aunt and always have been and go visit as often as we can but always at least once a week. Aunt has remaining blood relatives who don't bother to visit (live abroad or very…
-
One Protect charges, unable to cancel policy until they set up there end, big charge
Just took car insurance which i need for tomorrow, once you have paid an email confirmation tells you that you are not insured until you upload docs, however it will take them 24 hours to set up, therefore have no insurance cover the next day!! Unable to contact even by the bot, enormous cancellation charge of £75, unfair,…
-
Pinecone Research
Not sure if this is the goth forum to drop this in, but I was reading on MSE earlier about the research company Pinecone. Anyway, I've just managed to sign up using the link at the following address: http://www.surveypolice.com/pinecone-research Apparently, their membership is a bit hard to find, and you can't apply…
-
How do I remove the shower drainage plug? (Resolved)
Hi 💐 Sorry, this is gag inducing post. It took me a few weeks to get the courage to ask but I really need help 😖 I'm trying to clean the shower drain (the thing in the picture), and I can't find a way to pull it out. I ended up breaking it, as you can see on the right side 😩. First, I don't know what the inner round piece…
-
Is II a no brainer
Hi I am gearing up to drawdown. I have SIPPS with Aviva and HL. Both have been easy use platforms BUT Aviva Annual fee £875 HL £1125 (+ £450 for spouse small pot) II £156pa on any size pot. (figures from Which) So where's the catch?
-
Scantronic 9651 house alarm - engineer code
Afternoon all. Im after some help after fitting a new back up battery to my alarm system - which is now holding an inactive tamper alert Key pad - Scantronic 9651 - unsure of model of main unit. It has no obvious stickers or anything on it. Ill include photos to see if it helps. I installed new battery which cleared the…
