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51 minutes ago, MauriceMynah said:
You have a Tesco's there which will soon make all those independent shops things of the past unless they get custom. Don't believe me? Go look at Stalham. See what Tesco's has done to that!
Tesco's has been in Beccles for several years now and arguably Beccles has improved much over this time. Probably because of the pedestrianisation of the road next to the King's head which makes the whole area seem more welcoming.
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16 hours ago, dnks34 said:
Whenever I have attempted to access that carpark on a week day its usually been packed out and I assumed its used by people working on the Industrial Estate more than anything else.
Yep, this is my recent experience too. I've had to do a drive through and leave as there are no free spaces on at least a couple of occassions. I think 2 hours free parking might be an attractive compromise.
In general a town like Beccles needs to attract visitors so free parking is essential for the local economy. Charging commuters for a parking space seems appropriate to me.
RANT warning: I really object to the ticket machines that boldly announce "over payment accepted .... no change will be given"!! Particularly when fees are set in such a way that multiple denominations of coins are required to meet the exact fee.
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It is very sad that this forum is unable to discuss matters with a "BA" involvement without the very predictable, entrenched views. The result is that topics of importance get hi-jacked by the few.
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I suspect most broads sailing cruisers can navigate past the bridge as can rowing boats and day boats so I really can't see that there is a problem.
Have you noticed that social media transforms opinions into facts?
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What I see is a modern take on the "bathtub" with a large outside lounge/driving area on the roof. The outside space is to me very appealing.
I guess being an inland vessel it doesn't need the streamlining of a coastal boat.
Is it ugly? yes but then so are many grp broads boats but I think the combination of below decks luxury and on top open air lounging will appeal to many hirers.
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If you want a proper job done .... ask a Suffolk man!
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1 hour ago, MauriceMynah said:
I think that is a little bit unfair Smelly, a bit like saying supermarkets and department stores should be banned for encouraging shoplifting.
The fellow I'm staying with had an industrial accident many years ago. The firm of solicitors supplied to him (by the company he was working for) said that it was just one of those things and that he had left it too long before giving them instructions to take legal action. The reason he had left it for over a year, was that he was in a coma for most of that time. He believed them and left it at that.
This accident has left him with a very bad back, and mental problems. (something very big and heavy fell on his head) I am also pretty sure it caused him to develop Epilepsy.
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He has never received a call telling him he has had an accident... dammit!
Just to be clear, I have no problem with people claiming damages for injury or the companies that help them achieve this.
My complaint is the practice of blanket calling random people "fishing" for cases for them to persue.
It appears that the government also believes that this is a menace and is activelly trying to stop it.
Let's hope it works.
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36 minutes ago, MauriceMynah said:
Even though both types of calls are irritating , they are very different issues. The "Your computer is slow, is a scam, a criminal attempting to rob you.
The "We understand you've had an accident" is a cold call trying to acquire "No win no fee" business from people who haven't claimed compensation for real accidents. This is not a criminal activity however abhorrent the ambulance chasing parasites may be.
Yes, if you have the telephone preference system in action, then an offence has been committed, but it isn't attempted fraud.
It is perhaps worth remembering that these callers are trying to do their jobs. Better doing that than sitting on their backsides at home watching TV and drawing the dole.
Imagine a young relative of yours, it was the only job offered to him/her and it was a matter of pride that made them take it rather than live off the backs of others, those who work. How would you like their call answered?
Rant over.
Whilst I have sympathy with your thought processes I think the "accident chasing" callers are conducting a type of "theft". They encourage people to make bogus claims which in turn leads to us all paying higher insurance premiums.
It is difficult to have sympathy with a cold caller that spouts off "I believe you recently suffered an accident" which is blatently untrue and then tries to fish for any kind of accident you may have suffered from in the past.
Strangely I had frequent such calls prior to my accident but mercysfully havn't had any since the event occured.
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On 04/09/2018 at 14:22, Hylander said:
What they do is wicked.
Exactly ...... Preying on the vunerable is disgraceful. Not just the scammers do this there are quite a few "ligitate UK businesses" who provide aids for the elderly who quote extorionate prices up front.
Many elderly folk will accept the first price as they think it too rude to haggle. BUT haggle and the price can be halved .... I know ...... this happened to my mum when she was in need of a stair lift.
"What they do is wicked"!!
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45 minutes ago, Cal said:
There are always people moaning about planning applications regardless of where they are located. Unless the complaints are valid ones, which in this case they would seem not to be, then the planners will just glance over them and dismiss them.
You are quite correct and our planning system is designed to allow those with objections to make them known.
I am not very familiar with this bit of Yarmouth but to me the development looks like it will improve the site whilst adding extra facilities for boaters which is a plus.
I'm sure the planners will examine all the comments that have been officialy made and then come to a conclusion.. I think it a little unfair to brand the local objections as "moaners" as their observations are an important part of the planning process.
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Being inundated with pre-recorded telephone scam. You know the one ...
"Your internet connection has been hacked .... We will disconnect your service within 24 hours"
Why do they bother? Does anybody fall for this these days?
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I'm much more likely to keep quiet if I find a great place to eat ..... I don't want it spoilt by rif-raf!
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"snap" .... I broke my ankle 6 months ago. I now have 2 titanium screws in place. All on the mend now as I'm sure yours will be.
Tell them you'll be hopping mad if you can't get to the wedding.
All the best
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I don't do Facebook so I remain in blissful ignorance of going ons overthere ..... Long may it continue ...... please
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Thanks for taking the time to take and post those fabulous pictures it cheered me up no end. The discussions that followed were also facinating.
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I'm not at all sure that the NBN should be seen to condone the removal of the tape particularly as it is far from certain who put it there.
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8 minutes ago, dnks34 said:
This may have already been said but I think rather than the bridge actually failing I do wonder if 26 degrees is the temperature they decide not to open it incase it causes trouble by not closing again.
I suspect you may be right ..... I guess they want to avoid it being stuck open at all costs.
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14 minutes ago, High6 said:
Please forgive my naivete, but haven't we always had hot weather in summer? So has the bridge always failed to open when the weather is hot? If not, when did it start and what has changed?
I've lived here for an awfully long time and the extreme heat events like we enjoyed this year have been rare .... although they do seem to be becoming the norm.
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Sometimes not naming the other forum gets silly. The NBF have the information freely available for all to view and it has been supplied by Mr Packman who seems to prefer to provide updates there.
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Is it just me? But I think there are areas such as this that should be left undisturbed by motor cruisers.
It is a truly magical world when explored via dinghy by oar or electric outboard.
But leave the motor cruiser in the deeper waters of Bargate and let the peace & quiet remain undisturbed ..... there really arn't many places left where you really can get away from the hubbub of modern life.
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I'm not really sure what words are no longer considered unacceptable or even why .....
I've even been modded here for using the word "fag" ...... referring to a ciggy ..... go figure.
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11 minutes ago, Ray said:
I dislike very much being handed a card reader that says "Gratuity? Y/N"
I like being given the choice. Sometimes the cash in my pocket is destined for a car park so unless I tip via card their would be no tip.
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The Waveney Hotel Beccles has a nice riverside patio and a conservatory with river views if the weather doesnt play ball.
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1 hour ago, JennyMorgan said:
By the way, I like my steaks with a pulse, my curries hot, my fish less than 24 hours old and the chips twice cooked, e.g. oven chips deep fried! Does that qualify me to comment on food?
No .... that just makes you fussy. :)
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Changes At Beccles Harbour
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Yep .... Cromer parking charges are outrageous. Makes popping in for a couple of hours far too expensive.
On the plus side ..... there are always plenty of parking spaces.