Mr. Bates versus the Post Office. ITV 1 and ITV xAbsolutely compelling viewing. The story of Sub-Postmasters in the UK accused of massive thefts from the Post Office during the 80's thanks to errors in the accounting system on the official government website system. And one man's stubborn refusal...See More »
In the UK, where is the best place to look for a winter Overcoat for men ?Been looking for ages. Amazon has a somewhat limited selection, and while it's the 'obvious' place to look, when it comes to fit i'm finding it impossible to judge 'fit'. I'm short and stocky but that doesn't seem to be a 'style' they cater for. Any...See More »
So just got my goose for Christmas£105. 😱 I get that inflation for feed; heat; electricity probably vet bills too have gone through the roof ....but !
UK Governments 'Deport to Rwanda' policy passes it's second reading in the Commons. Those for: 313 Those against: 269
Anyone using a Smartwatch ?I know i know grumpy ol' geezer back with his daft questions 🥱 My Son sent me a Smartwatch. ANDFZ ?....Couldn't use it because i needed a more 'updated phone'......🫣 So i went out and got one ! 😜 Figured out my phone......kinda. Went and had a...See More »
If you have a Smart watch is there a preferred phone to go with it ?Sorry i know i ask dumb tech questions. My Son bought me a smartwatch but my current Google/Android thing is unreliable so obviously will upgrade.
OK. How many HDMI ports are necessary on a modern television ?I'm in the market for a new updated television and i wondered how many HDMI ports i'm supposed to look for. Not normally a Techy so all this stuff is added aggro when trying to whittle down what's available compared to what actually need. Any advice...See More »
Linus and Lucy ~ The Vince Guaraldi Trio 1966 Yeah yeah i know ! Played it the other day ! Given you a grin tho hasn't it 😉
Here you go Brits. Home fuel bills up £100Ofgem, the body that supposedly regulates the privatised energy industry in the UK has just announced that winter fuel bills are rising by around £100. Due to the rise in wholesale energy prices. So all that guff yesterday by the Chancellor and...See More »
UK Chancellor Autumn Statement 2023 at a glanceBasic increases and decreases: Pensions ⬆️ 8% from April National Insurance ⬇️ 2% from January Benefits ⬆️ 6.7% from January. But new claimants will be asked to make new commitments before being able to qualify from 2024. Cigarettes and Tobacco ⬆️...See More »
UK Autumn Statement from the governmentThe Chancellor's autumn statement is due tomorrow. Reading the papers today it seems everyone is likely to be hit with increases in pricing since inflation is stubbornly refusing to come down fast enough and pension and benefit claimants are likely...See More »
Anybody see that story today ? Dana Carvey lost his Son to an overdose ?https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-67449086
Every woman has a bit of 'Marilyn' inside her.....Of course, whether it's 'Monroe' or 'Manson' rather depends on who you are. 😉
THE U.K GOVERNMENT HAS BEEN TOLD IT'S ASYLUM POLICY OF SENDING REFUGEES TO RWANDA IS ILLEGALThe UK Supreme Court has ruled the governments policy of sending potential asylum seekers to Rwanda before being considered for leave to stay is illegal. This idea was brought about by the numbers of people being smuggled into the UK from places in...See More »