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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…
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Self Assessment: Baffled by State Pension figures
I am attempting to complete my Self Assessment for 2024/25.The State Pension figure on the online form is already filled in by the system. The figure given is £13031.I may be being stupid here but I cannot understand where that number comes from.The HMRC website only gives weekly figures for the state pension.…
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VHS to Digital MP4
What is the cheapest way to transfer old vhs tapes over to digital mp4 I dont have a VCR player no more.
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Trust for children managed by bank
My mother-in-law has put some money into a trust for her grandchildren (including my children). This has been done to help them out with future university costs, and done in this way to reduce liability for inheritance tax. So far, so good, but she has done this without talking to my wife or sister-in-law and has been…
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Council charges for care regardless if care is provided or not
My father, who has dementia lives in an Anchor assisted living home with my mother in their contained flat. They receive minor support from an on site care provider, CERA which we pay for directly to CERA, but do not receive any direct support from our local council, South Tyneside. As he is viewed as 'eligible' for care…
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Inheritance from abroad - what to do?
Hi Everyone, I’m about to receive an inheritance (over 7 figures) in Euros. I’m resident in the UK for tax purposes but I’m not a British national. I’m wondering if it makes sense to park this money in Europe rather than exchange it all at once? Do you think it’s worth looking for a wealth manger to help? I’m ok with…
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Hargreaves Lansdown Estate department
Anyone have experience of dealing with the HL Estate department in relation to a deceased accountant holder? We are currently 14 months past our father passing and still attempting to get HL to resolve the outstanding issues to allow us to close his accounts. Emails and secure messages all go unanswered for months. Calls…
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“Has anyone used an online ID1 form verification service in the UK?”
Hi everyone, I’m currently dealing with an ID1 form for a property-related matter and honestly finding the whole verification process a bit confusing. From what I understand, you usually have to go through a solicitor or similar professional, but getting appointments sorted is taking longer than expected. I’ve recently…
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Mum died leaving £1400 in debt- They said they'll wipe it if theres not enough in the estate but..
Mum had a £1000 in an overdraft and DWP want £400 back. She has a house which she left to me and it's valued at 140k. She had zero savings and both the DWP and the bank have said they'll wipe it if there's not cash enough in the estate (Both know about the house). However, she just got a refund on a life insurance policy…
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How to check status of debt
Hi, we're starting a Self managed DMP and we're confused about one of the debts. We had a letter in December asking for the full amount to be paid but after that we've jusy had letter asking us to contact them and a letter from Wescot to say the debt has been transferred to them but as far as I can see we've not had a…
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Post Office savings account
Just opened Post Office instant access savings account. When I tried to tfr. money into it from my bank - I got error msg. from my bank saying cannot confirm destination account details. I phone Post office & their explanation was because Post Office is registered in Republic of Ireland. Seems little strange to this…
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NatWest change to biometric data policy
See here from 20th May 2026 they can use your biometric data without your consent now to prevent fraud for legitimate reasons. https://www.ukbusinesstimes.co.uk/natwest-may-20-2026-alert/
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Joint Savings Account with Sibling
I’m looking for the best option for the following joint account I want to open with a sibling. We plan to get a joint mortgage and want an account where we can both deposit money to cover mortgage payments. Whilst we trust each other implicitly, we would both like something that will allow us to set a chunk of money aside…
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10% Share of Shared Ownership
I’m looking at purchasing a shared ownership flat at a 10% share (fully aware of the pros and cons). Has anyone successfully secured a mortgage on a 10% share with a 10% deposit. This is marketed by the housing association, but in initial conversations with a mortgage broker it sounds like it would be difficult to get a…
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Court Claim Form from BW Legal on behalf of Britannia parking
Hi All When googling for some information on my case I just found this great forum where many cases been solved successfully thanks of all of you guys, so I would really seek for advice on my case. As on title, I have received the Court Claim Form with issue date 18/02/2026 from BW Legal on behalf of Britannia Parking that…
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Explain types of RCD socket, pleeeez.
I fitted a metal-clad double socket with RCD near my garage door many moons ago, to provide power to outdoor thingies, like mowers and stuff. It doesn't have switches. Recently fitted another properly-outdoor socket in a box, also with RCD, but also with switches, specifically to supply a Granny charger. Anyhoo, both have…
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Solar & battery tariffs and how to get best export rates?
Im contemplating a 10 panel solar pv, 15kwh battery and 5kwh hybrid inverter. Ive got my quotes and researched the component parts so am not looking for comments that 'you're better using this make' etc, etc. Ive no intention of getting a heat pump and getting an EV is very unlikely. As Im nearing 70, the faster the…
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Certified copy of will
Before sending off the original will to probate office, is it advisable to get some certified copies of the will just in case?
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Do lease holders need to be a 'company?'
Hi, 10 years ago 3 flat owners bought the freehold of a block of 9 flats. We had to form a company with Companies House in order to do so….we are having a nightmare with trying to change a wrongly registered DOB - been trying since last December Keep being threatened by Companies House because we haven't/can't file the…
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£25 Amazon gift card for opening a Santander current account (27/11/2025 to 09/12/2025)
New £25 Amazon gift card offer launched today. Can be withdrawn at any time. LINK (taken from MSE, there are other participants whose links you can use). THIS OFFER HAS NOW ENDED. Requirements: - Register with VoucherSent and in the same session successfully open a new Santander Edge, Edge Up, Edge Explorer or Everyday…
