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Thread: Network rail bullies Post: RE: Network rail bullies
If his van is where it usually is then cannot see how it causes a problem. I am surprised it is Network Rail land. |
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18-10-2012, 11:55 AM |
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Thread: Opt-Out of European Law and Order Post: RE: Opt-Out of European Law and Order
I think Ms May made a very bad decision refusing extradition on the grounds that the alleged criminal might commit suicide.
No one will ever be able to be extradited again
Shame on you Ms May. |
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17-10-2012, 12:00 PM |
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Thread: Opt-Out of European Law and Order Post: RE: Opt-Out of European Law and Order
Michael.
If we did opt out of these matters we would certainly have individual arrangements with friendly countries like Sweden and Senor Asange would be extradited to Sweden. |
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16-10-2012, 02:37 PM |
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Thread: The Blight of Allotments Post: RE: The Blight of Allotments
I think I am in agreement with Michael. A rare occurance.
Allotment owners should be applauded for the food they grow which hopefully reduces our big dependence on imported food.
If there are a... |
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16-10-2012, 02:35 PM |
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Thread: Catford Bridge Tavern to become retail units? Post: RE: Catford Bridge Tavern to become retail units?
Very impressive Pub with interesting ales. Very sad if true. |
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09-10-2012, 10:26 AM |
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Thread: Vale Lodge - any noise problems? Post: RE: Vale Lodge - any noise problems?
James
I know this block well from the outside and have done so for 40 plus years.
Re floors etc surely you should ask the agent if you are renting.
I would imagine concrete but the building is quit... |
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09-10-2012, 10:23 AM |
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Thread: article in the guardian - Do you feel rich Post: RE: article in the guardian - Do you feel rich
Renting is fine until you retire and have very little income coming in ( does not apply to former state employed gold plated pensions ).
Paying for rent out of a pension does not leave you much , i... |
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23-09-2012, 07:26 PM |
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Thread: Planning: 2-4 London Road FH (Launderette) Post: RE: Launderette closing
Very sad
Spent many times there years ago. Powder all over the floor.
Staff were always excellent. |
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22-09-2012, 05:06 PM |
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Thread: Brave WPC,s Post: RE: Brave WPC,s
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19-09-2012, 04:16 PM |
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Thread: Forest Hill Pools Post: RE: Forest Hill Pools
How is the start date going back and back. Something wrong here, can smell a rat ( not in the pool I hope )
Perhaps the builders have diverted to The Sydenham Greyhound. |
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22-08-2012, 07:48 PM |
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Thread: Loud party noise Post: RE: Loud party noise
Fandango
As soon as possible.
Loud music a blight on good neighbourhood relations. One inconsiderate person could make life hell for hundreds. |
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19-08-2012, 06:00 PM |
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Thread: Oh Dear - Bad Days For Mrs Blair & J.Carr Post: RE: Oh Dear - Bad Days For Mrs Blair & J.Carr
I am also surprised that Mr Carr earned so much money. I have never found anything he said remotely funny. One must assume some do and they are prepared to pay their hard earned and taxed income t... |
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21-06-2012, 03:59 PM |
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Thread: Vale Lodge service charges Post: RE: Vale Lodge Service Charges
The fund should be in the name of the management commitee in the block , not the freeholder or managing agent.
I agree although in theory good to be prepared for emergencies ,if reserve to high you... |
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30-05-2012, 04:59 PM |
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Thread: Forest Hill School Post: RE: Forest Hill School
Wally Knight. What a teacher. So calm compared to Mr Vogt in the next room who you could always hear shouting.
Who recalls the terrible Magoo's buses that took us down to Sidcup for sports.
Any... |
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26-05-2012, 08:32 PM |
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Thread: I dispair for London Post: RE: I dispair for London
I would imagine sometime it was left there a Policeperson walked by and took no action. |
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21-05-2012, 01:29 PM |
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Thread: Vale Lodge service charges Post: RE: Vale Lodge Service Charges
I agree Roz.
If water and insurance included would estimate 1600.00 odd a rough charge .
As far as I am aware the Management Agents have to produce accounts etc which are sent to every owner.
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17-05-2012, 10:41 AM |
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Thread: Vale Lodge service charges Post: RE: Vale Lodge Service Charges
Does service charge include , insurance , water charges etc.
Flats vary very much as to what service charges cover.
I recall Vale Lodge has a huge hedge and much grass that would need looking af... |
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16-05-2012, 07:32 PM |
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Thread: I dispair for London Post: RE: I dispair for London
Well said Milliemop.
Will you stand as MP in next election. You have my vote. |
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12-05-2012, 02:47 PM |
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Thread: Flowers at Hop Station Post: RE: Flowers at Hop Station
Thanks to all your noble efforts.
I remember about 35 years ago HOP station often won prettiest station in South East.
All due to Station manager. |
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28-04-2012, 06:44 PM |
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Thread: Horniman Licence Application Post: RE: Horniman Licence Application
Your Reverence
Sorry missed the poultry event. To be honest not a fan of large crowds.
I think you are correct , it is a compromise, but as usual compromises satisfy no body.
I still maintain... |
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26-04-2012, 05:43 PM |
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Thread: Horniman Licence Application Post: RE: Horniman Licence Application
Michael
I appreciate your comments but surely Gingernuts as , I assume , a neighbour to the gardens is entitled to his views as well. His garden may very well back onto the Gardens as he is trying... |
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25-04-2012, 04:27 PM |
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Thread: Horniman Licence Application Post: RE: Horniman Licence Application
Gingernuts has obviously suffered from events before including the infamous poultry event.
I would assume they are very close to the park and as such deserve consideration.
When Mr Horniman donated ... |
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25-04-2012, 04:12 PM |
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Thread: Horniman Licence Application Post: RE: Horniman Licence Application
Michael
Your activities sound very civilised as one would expect from you and you bring your own wine along. I am sure you and your friends conduct themselves in a civilised way , as you say listeni... |
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25-04-2012, 11:25 AM |
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Thread: Burglary in SE23 Post: RE: Burglary in SE23
Thea
You have mine and everyone else's sympathy I am sure.
Thiefs should get minimum of 5 years hard labour ( not new labour ) |
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25-04-2012, 11:21 AM |
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Thread: Horniman Licence Application Post: RE: Horniman Licence Application
Why are some people unable to go to an event without alcohol. |
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25-04-2012, 10:52 AM |
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Thread: Horniman Licence Application Post: RE: Horniman Licence Application
It baffles me why you need alcohol for festivities. What a state we have got to. |
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24-04-2012, 11:42 AM |
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Thread: Primary School allocations Post: RE: Primary School allocations
Yes I remember the old days. Went to St Philip's Infant School on Well's Park Road. Building not there now.
There has been a major baby boom mainly due to immigration .
Not sure you can expect the... |
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24-04-2012, 11:14 AM |
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Thread: Noisy neighbours on Kilgour Road Post: RE: Noisy neighbours on Kilgour Road
I feel for you this is a very serious problem that some people look upon as minor.
Suggest you get names and addresses of all the neighbours concerned then contact a local councillor. 3 are listed... |
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24-04-2012, 11:09 AM |
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Thread: Horniman Licence Application Post: RE: Horniman Licence Application
Reverand
I am surprised you have time to post at your busiest time of the year.
I wonder why you need alcohol to hold an event |
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07-04-2012, 11:38 AM |
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Thread: ES Magazine Post: RE: ES Magazine
Not sure about 1 Tree Hill. On my last visit I was put of by dangerous dogs with equally dangerous owners.
That was about 8 years ago though. |
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06-04-2012, 11:37 AM |
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Thread: commuters at canada water Post: RE: commuters at canada water
Primark sale . If such a thing exists I pray I am nowhere near it. |
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06-04-2012, 09:20 AM |
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Thread: Shed broken into and bike stolen Post: RE: Shed broken into and bike stolen
Andy
I admire your positive approach and indeed most citizens in SE 23 are friendly and law abiding.
Let us hope your property is returned soonest. |
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05-04-2012, 11:03 AM |
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Thread: Incinerator on Fire? Post: RE: Incinerator on Fire?
Chingford. You mean Birds of a Feather Land.
How can that look like New Cross Gate . They are like chalk and cheese |
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04-04-2012, 05:04 PM |
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Thread: Incinerator on Fire? Post: RE: Incinerator on Fire?
Of the two would prefer it was the football ground |
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04-04-2012, 04:16 PM |
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Thread: Incident in Stanstead Road 19-02-2012 Post: RE: Police in Stanstead Road
Of course there is the odd rotten apple in the Police and they should be rooted out but I would say on average we have one of the best police services in the world
If you do not think so remember ... |
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04-04-2012, 01:40 PM |
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Thread: Burglary in SE23 Post: RE: Burglary in SE23
Glad an arrest has been made. If he is the guilty party would be interesting to know how many years he is put away for. |
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03-04-2012, 09:26 PM |
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Thread: Crime and Punishment Post: RE: Crime and Punishment
I think it is exagerated how many on drugs in the 60's
Would imagine far more today. |
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02-04-2012, 12:29 PM |
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Thread: Frank W. Amos Ltd Perry Vale Post: RE: Frank W. Amos Ltd Perry Vale
Great to hear from someone in New Zealand.
I have lived within 1.5 miles of Perry Vale for over 60 years and do not remember this company. However until the mid 70's lived in neighbouring Sydenham an... |
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01-04-2012, 08:02 AM |
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Thread: Crime and Punishment Post: RE: Burglary in SE23
Those caught should get LONG prison visits with hard labour ( no I do not mean Milliband Jnr )
I understand it is not even automatic that they get put away . Unbelievable. |
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31-03-2012, 12:35 PM |
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Thread: Crime and Punishment Post: RE: Burglary in SE23
There are far too many incidents for comfort. About time the authorities did something. |
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31-03-2012, 09:24 AM |
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Thread: Budget 2012 Post: RE: Budget 2012
Bitter a sign of civilisation , rather like The Daily Telegraph and Radio 4. |
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30-03-2012, 01:20 PM |
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Thread: Budget 2012 Post: RE: Budget 2012
I recall when bitter was 1/9d a pint. 8 or 9p to the youngsters.
Cellar Door
If you drink crap lager good luck to you. |
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29-03-2012, 05:34 PM |
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Thread: Budget 2012 Post: RE: Budget 2012
I8f you believe Penge is the countryside what would you think Keston is.
Also you could visit The Capitol if you prefer |
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29-03-2012, 12:41 PM |
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Thread: New Lamp Posts/Street Lights Post: RE: New Lamp Posts/Street Lights
I always thought we had some of the best street lighting about in Lewisham
PFI means future generations will pay for it. It essential good idea possibly , but not if replacing adequate existing li... |
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29-03-2012, 10:38 AM |
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Thread: Budget 2012 Post: RE: Budget 2012
Wetherspoon Penge Beer Festival is 1.80p per pint |
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28-03-2012, 05:58 PM |
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Thread: Budget 2012 Post: RE: Budget 2012
What happens when they build their own aeroplanes and open enough of their own quality universities. |
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28-03-2012, 07:43 AM |
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Thread: Budget 2012 Post: RE: Budget 2012
Yes but they are our competitors. |
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27-03-2012, 10:01 PM |
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Thread: Budget 2012 Post: RE: Budget 2012
I have no idea but wonder what percentage of their budget welfare is in say
Japan , China , Taiwan , Malaysia |
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27-03-2012, 06:00 PM |
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Thread: Budget 2012 Post: RE: Budget 2012
I believe I read in The Telegraph or Times
Would imagine would include tax credits.
I see we agree welfare budget out of control. |
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27-03-2012, 04:53 PM |
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Thread: Crime and Punishment Post: RE: Burglary in SE23
I appreciate your disgust
Regret the criminals have human rights the victims do not |
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27-03-2012, 03:28 PM |