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Anyone had to claim lost wages, redundancy back through government?
bobbly1, 30 January, 2009 at 17:47

If you had to recently, how long did it take for your money to come through? Company I worked for gone into admin, I have been made redundant and not paid for January, so have filled in a form for...

Noah, 7 hours ago 8 9,823
South
Taxi Services for Special Events
South, 28 April, 2025 at 03:41

Special events often require careful planning, and transportation is a significant part of that. Whether it's a wedding, corporate event, or a night out with friends, South Ribble Taxis can provide...

John, 7 hours ago 9 186
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My question is
Liliah, 9 November, 2024 at 17:18

Has anyone who'd have a restaurant called cleaver and wake I'm hoping to celebrate my 28th birthday at that particular location I'm just not sure if the food is any good I would like your opinions it...

Call, 8 hours ago 34 229 1
Purple Pixie
Need ideas for humourous book titles/authors
Purple Pixie, 29 June, 2009 at 08:43

I'm making a cake for a retirement do that is basically three books. Each book needs a title and an author writing on it. I've been asked to make the titles/authors humourous and to fit the occasion....

Lyra, 9 hours ago 16 3,447
R-A
"What do you consider your greatest achievement outside of work?"
R-A, 16 January, 2009 at 14:04

I have to answer this for a job application form. While it's a very interesting question, it's pretty tricky to fill in on an anonymous form without mentioning anything that might be...

Joshuafreddie, 10 hours ago 29 46,994
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With the right support you can recover your coins
Edvin, 7 March, 2024 at 16:03

Hi, about a week ago my ETH was transferred to a wallet address I do not recognize. I never did this nor do I approve the transaction. I feel like I have been hacked/phished. I was able to trace this...

Jeremy, yesterday at 19:18 155 1,678 9
boz
Photography types-those who have done NVQ level 3
boz, 1 July, 2008 at 19:54

I have my interview for college on Thursday for NVQ level 3 in photography (first step to my HNC/HND), now to say I am a bit passed going to school is an understatement lol, I have done a short 10...

Henry, yesterday at 11:29 3 1,488
KB3
Hoisin duck sandwich filling
KB3, 26 June, 2009 at 12:58

I'm really into hoisin duck wraps at the minute but I'm spiendng a fortune on shop bought sandwichesI prefer to take packed lunch. Does anyone know if there is a ready made duck sandwich filler on the...

Umlex, yesterday at 09:24 4 1,837
Panjita
Hen Party Games
Panjita, 3 May, 2012 at 09:08

It's my mates Hen this weekend and I am struggling to think of games to play. We will be out and about in Brum so it can't be anything too 'active' if you see what I mean? Just something funny like Mr...

YNW, yesterday at 04:31 55 9,627 1
jojo2
Fence spraying
jojo2, 30 September, 2011 at 11:31

I attempted to paint one panel in my garden with a brush and it took a whole hour!! Has anyone used a Fence Sprayer and is there a technique you used to get even coverage?

Stephan, yesterday at 02:22 3 280
SillyWrong
Driving lessons - drivers advice needed!
SillyWrong, 12 March, 2015 at 10:40

I'm such a twonk, I've managed to get to my mid thirties with my head buried firmly in the sand when it comes to driving! I learned back in 2005 and was technically good, I could control the car but I...

Stephan, yesterday at 01:06 45 2,909
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Help needed - writing a complaint letter
, 23 April, 2008 at 15:45

Hi all, This is wedding related, but not in a slushy way! I need to write a letter of complaint regarding my weddnig reception. Basically the company I've had our reception booked with for at least a...

Emily, tuesday 8-Jul-25 15 4,768
Sunset21
Straggly hair, need a haircut - pic added but blink and you'll miss it [rotfl]
Sunset21, 17 June, 2009 at 12:11

I have longish hair but it's in a ponytail today and the 'tail' is less than pretty looking, it's all dry on the ends and lighter in colour. I think I need to go for the chop [gulp] How come some...

Georg, tuesday 8-Jul-25 9 4,173
Sunset21
WWYD? Writing a cheque as a wedding present.....
Sunset21, 6 August, 2008 at 14:19

I remember when we had cheques as wedding presents, some were to Mr & Mrs xxxxx, some were in his name and my maiden name. I'm just writing a cheque for a couple that live together and are obv....

Ethan, tuesday 8-Jul-25 23 12,637
RuthG
Is writing in red still seen as rude?
RuthG, 9 November, 2008 at 19:39

I've been writing my christmas cards this afternoon (I need to be prepared, we could be moving house right before christmas ?) and I've been writing in red ink (not biro) but H just mentioned that...

Ethan, tuesday 8-Jul-25 23 18,798
Vikster79
Writing Christmas cards to person who has just lost a loved one?
Vikster79, 13 December, 2011 at 10:24

I always feel so awkward writing a card when i cant write something "jolly" inside. What do you put in a card when someone has recently lost a loved one just before Christmas. Have been putting it...

Ethan, tuesday 8-Jul-25 4 30,511
Ostrich
Writing a reference for a childminder. Can anyone help?
Ostrich, 23 July, 2008 at 21:43

I've posted this on BT too but I know there are some fabulous letter writers on OT, so thought it'd be worth posting here too. Daniel had his last day at the childminder's today and it was so sad. I...

Ethan, tuesday 8-Jul-25 9 55,829
Tacey
Song requests when guests rsvp
Tacey, 6 May, 2025 at 17:40

I would like to get song requests for the reception as they RSVP. I googled it and it told me to use "Add a Follow-Up Question" hyperlink, but I can't seem to find it. Please help!

Andrew, monday 7-Jul-25 5 84
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Did you pass your driving test 1st time?
*curlymummy*, 26 July, 2008 at 19:49

I have my test booked (im not telling when though) what was your test like and did you pass first time? We have just brought a little car today for me to learn/ something to get from A-B when i pass....

Maximilian, monday 7-Jul-25 26 1,607
Emmark
Anyone had someone in to paint their exterior wooden windows?
Emmark, 5 June, 2009 at 10:03

My wooden windows are in much need of some painting on the exterior. I am going to be getting a few companies out to quote, but just wanted a rough idea of how much people have paid for there windows...

Mark, sunday 6-Jul-25 3 5,221
Nitro
Fashion trends for a modern wedding - share your ideas!
Nitro, 24 April, 2025 at 14:23

Hi everyone! I am currently actively preparing for my own wedding and want the ceremony to be not only beautiful, but also modern, with interesting details that will be remembered. I have heard that...

Aurora, saturday 5-Jul-25 10 118
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Resize stock photo
Jay, 14 January, 2024 at 20:47

Does anyone have any ideas to resize the photo for your website on here? Each time I've done it, it's just zooms right in. Nightmare

Warner, saturday 5-Jul-25 5 348
Louise
Bridesmaid issues…
Louise, 25 March, 2025 at 12:25

I’ve found myself in a tricky situation where I’ve been hurt and let down by a bridesmaid. Bridesmaid A (one of them) is one of my oldest friends I’ve known for 20 years. Moved to Australia two years...

Robert, friday 4-Jul-25 1 22
NeoShoegal
SEO's
NeoShoegal, 3 April, 2008 at 16:01

I often get emails for Search Engine Optimisation. Today I got one that actually claims to already have had a look at my site "I came across www.everaftervideos.co.uk today while looking for a website...

Kevin, friday 4-Jul-25 8 239
Panjita
Mobile Phones
Panjita, 7 October, 2013 at 10:10

Can you remember what your first mobile phone looked like? I've just been discussing with my friend and found a photo online of my first ever mobile. Hilarious! It looks like an 80's walkie talkie!!!...

Fahad, thursday 3-Jul-25 43 6,553
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Hey! I'd love to offer some free wedding content creation :)
Mayesi, 19 May, 2025 at 20:51

I am a year into my brand content creation career and for a while I have wanted to branch into wedding content creation, think, as well as your photographer, you have someone capturing all the moments...

William, wednesday 2-Jul-25 1 15
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Paypal, anyone used it for someone to pay them?
cherrybloom, 22 September, 2013 at 19:33

Hey OTs, I'm thinking of selling a few things from the wedding as I am a OM now #happy. Do you know how it works: Do they charge you for using it? how long it takes the payment to appear, also do you...

Erik, wednesday 2-Jul-25 7 854
Koshka
Profiteroles-stuck
Koshka, 30 June, 2008 at 10:11

I was nominated by my brother to cook profiteroles for a family meal today. We're meeting and I think/feel trying to impress his new girlfriend. I followed the Gorden Ramsey recipe, placing them on...

Kate, wednesday 2-Jul-25 46 2,570
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Any advice for my troublesome, very sensitive skin?
, 1 March, 2016 at 23:20

Hi everyone, I was hoping someone out there would be able to give me some advice, provide recommendations, etc for my skin. I have had eczema since I was six weeks old and always suffered with my...

Fahad, wednesday 2-Jul-25 14 2,738
RuthG
Using hazard lights to thank another driver??
RuthG, 23 December, 2008 at 22:50

Is using your hazard lights to thank another driver common practice on the roads? Is there any rule to say you shouldn't do it?

Maximilian, tuesday 1-Jul-25 24 2,991
Mr JK
Rhys Jones's killer's mum facing prison
Mr JK, 16 February, 2009 at 14:03

Eleven-year-old Rhys Jones's killer's mum has been found guilty of perverting the course of justice, and is almost certainly facing a custodial sentence. Which is fair enough - it's a completely...

Jack, monday 30-Jun-25 12 1,017
freb2reh
Legal eagles D36 to D37. Anyone know how long this may take?
freb2reh, 30 May, 2012 at 10:44

Ok, well finally my ex has submitted our D36 to the courts - it's onlt taken 4 years to get to this point! Do any of you legal eagles have any idea on the timescales involved before I get my D37? OH...

Ryan, monday 30-Jun-25 5 2,673

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