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Red-1 replied to the topic The vulnerable, the poor, the disadvantaged in the forum Chit chat 6 years, 11 months ago
If the various previous governments hadn’t stolen the money which we all pay into the system and given it to the share holders of companies like G4S, the various companies who “provide” *hotel* services to hospitals, property developers, private landlords, academy trusts etc etc then the services may hae the resources to be able to help people…[Read more]
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Red-1 replied to the topic Finding staff – agencies/websites/advertising? in the forum Chit chat 6 years, 11 months ago
There’ll be specialist recruitment agencies, rather than the more generic ‘local office’ type. I use agencies a lot. If you want to pm me I can ask a couple of my contacts for help.
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Red-1 replied to the topic Finding staff – agencies/websites/advertising? in the forum Chit chat 6 years, 11 months ago
Have you tried searching cvs? I think you can on sites like indeed/total jobs. Unsure how detailed the searching is but may be worth a look.
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Red-1 replied to the topic Have you ever pulled a sickie? in the forum Chit chat 6 years, 11 months ago
I have added an extra day when have been ill but would never pull one to go anywhere , what a disaster if someone saw you or of anything happened when you were supposed to be at home . Not worth the risk tbh
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Red-1 replied to the topic Drink Driving? in the forum Chit chat 6 years, 11 months ago
When the drink drive laws first came in, my parents took it as a personal affront!
Thankfully attitudes have changed. However I am amazed at how often I am pressed to have “just one” drink when I go out. I choose to drive instead of drinking. I don’t like late nights and I don’t like relying on taxis, so when I go out I will not drink at all,…[Read more]
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Red-1 replied to the topic Serial 'likers' on FB – another 1st world 'problem' in the forum Chit chat 6 years, 11 months ago
Not FB (which is pretty silent from me, except for big updates like holiday or show reports etc), however, I do have a friend on Instagram who likes every single upload, within minutes… so I sort of understand.
It doesn’t really bother me though!
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Red-1 replied to the topic Does anyone know the workings of Trading Standards? in the forum Chit chat 6 years, 11 months ago
I have just had a call from TA and credit where it’s due that was quick. She is going to investigate further and be in touch next week.
SS you cannot get through to TS by phone for love nor money so emailed and was told to ring citizens advice who forward on the details to TS.
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Red-1 started the topic Does anyone know the workings of Trading Standards? in the forum Chit chat 6 years, 11 months ago
I have made a complaint via the citizens advice bureau about the managing agents of our block of flats . It appears they have not registered with any recognised ombudsman despite having a logo on their website.
I have been told this is illegal by the ombudsman whose logo they display.they also checked the other regulatory bodies and they…[Read more]
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Red-1 replied to the topic How to get rid of foot pain? Insoles? in the forum Footcare 6 years, 11 months ago
I use orthotics, the type with the rigid plastic arch support. Yes, Vit D is very importab=nt too, you can buy a Vit D test that is a prick test from the NHS on Amazon if your GP is not helpful.
You can use a frozen plastic bottle with water to roll in your instep, and also stretching by massaging the insoles with a ball (tennis size or…[Read more]