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Passport Renewal Problem

Both mine and my husbands passport need renewing. We got the pack from the PO and filled out all the relevant details. When it came to the photo there were a large number of guide lines to follow but...

sherrardk

Now I need a Mary costume

My daughter has been given the role of Mary in the school nativity - any one got any ideas for a costume, I am rubbish at sewing, don't have a sewing machine and am completely out of ideas. Thanks.

Stargazer

Self adhesive postage stamps

Does anyone know of a way to remove these stamps if they have been incorrectly stuck onto a letter or parcel as steam does not do the trick as with lick on stamps?

potiche

Brassica bouquet

Shoot me...........this was in Sainsbury's, 3 cabbages on stalks and 2 lillies

mjwman

Our Cappadocia trip

Back from Turkey and our Cappadocian trip was simply the best! 12 hrs drive out and only 10 back. Went well, we found it best to swap drivers after 2 hours. That we we were always fresh and it went so...

CarolTrick

Royal Mail: when does tracking information becomes available online?

I know that my order has been sent yesterday, but when i enter my tracking number in Royal Mail Track and Trace search field, I don't get any results. How long does it take for information to be...

douglas9401

Sizing postal packages

Can anyone point me in the direction of a device similar to the one used by Post Office Counters to check the dimensions of letters and packets please? Thanks....

BenDToy

Immigration questions on entering UK

On returning from a recent trip, the immigration officer at passport control asked me where I had arrived from. I initially refused to answer - I pointed out that my passport allowed me access to the...

mccfluff

how long does it take for a cheque to clear through your bank

mine is taking 5 days (santander) are they rubbish or is this normal now as i'm sure it used to be three?...

masma

Passport

Mr M and I both need to change the next of kin on our passports - can we just stick a white label over it or do they have to go back to the passport office. T.I.A x

Bobbisox

bit of a quandary here

We have just learned that Thomas Cook cabin crew are set to take industrial action and our airport is one of those that will be affected, the remainder of our accommodation has to be paid by 11th...

kenny1234

Credit card limits

Just had a call from "someone", informing me that if any increase on my borrowing limits had been given without an agreement being signed ; it was illegal, and I was due compensation!! Is...

Southsider

The pros and cons of wool and silk quilts

Hi I am thinking of replacing my quilt with either a wool one or a silk one. I'll be getting a four season version - two quilts that pop together for maximum warmth, or can be used separately at other...

Mcvj

Opening a Bank Account without ID

Hi guys, My fella needs to open a bank account but he doesnt have any 'valid' ID as his passport is expired. Are there any ways around this or banks which dont require the ID? Thanks,...

potterfan3

Have I been to Andorra?

About 5-10 years ago I went on holiday a place near Barcelona (it was on the coast). On one day we took a long coach ride (though I can't remember how long) to a fairly big market which I think may...

sherrardk

Dead or alive

How can you find out if someone is still alive or if they have died? Thanks.

iloveglee

john lewis own brand appliances

This is further to a previously asked question about opinions on Bosch electric appliances. Having had good reports about this make, I have also seen and heard very good reviews about John Lewis own...

Gizmonster

Where and how to invest money for a 1 year old ????

My niece is 1 year old soon and I was thinking about investing £100 - but I've no idea how to go about it and was wondering where's the best place to go and what kind of account to put it in ....

funkylad20

Paying for things in foreign currency

Hello...I am about to book a big group ski holiday, on my credit card, from a French company (so all figures are in Euros). If I use one of my credit cards, will I be charged a conversion rate on top...

pipneed

Black & yellow biros

I'm trying to find out if a biro I used to buy still exists. It was black and yellow and easy to grip because of its unusual angled shape. I thought it was made by Staedtler, who do a similar-looking...

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