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by barba
Wed May 19, 2021 4:36 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Liverpool game - Claiming tickets and ground entry
Replies: 940
Views: 78867

Re: Liverpool game - Claiming tickets and ground entry

Zlatan wrote:
Wed May 19, 2021 4:28 pm
Terrible luck that :(
Got to break it to my two boys who will be gutted. No school for a week+ may tip the balance
by barba
Wed May 19, 2021 4:25 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Liverpool game - Claiming tickets and ground entry
Replies: 940
Views: 78867

Re: Liverpool game - Claiming tickets and ground entry

Wait 438 days since last live game, get a ticket in the ballot, dodge Covid for 14 months. Day of match.....test positive.
by barba
Sun May 16, 2021 2:53 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Today’s football 16th May
Replies: 45
Views: 2758

Re: Today’s football 16th May

Also penultimate matches in La Liga at 17:30 with 4 points separating top 3 teams
by barba
Fri Apr 30, 2021 11:14 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Any TV experts?
Replies: 28
Views: 2804

Re: Any TV experts?

I'm after a 32" TV that will accept a 1080p signal rather than a 1080i signal. Most 32" HD TV's are called 1080p because of their resolution but most only work with 1080i input signals. Does anyone know a 32" Full HD TV that will work with a 1080p signal or how I can find one. Thanks in advance for...
by barba
Fri Apr 30, 2021 9:51 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Allocation of tickets for the Liverpool match
Replies: 74
Views: 5293

Re: Allocation of tickets for the Liverpool match

Obviously still waiting for confirmation of how many fans will be able to attend and the process for allocating tickets. But the most logical, safest and fairest way must be to allocate tickets to those fans who kept their season ticket money on account and have been vaccinated. That number may eve...
by barba
Wed Apr 14, 2021 8:02 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Season Ticket Question
Replies: 1252
Views: 88702

Re: Season Ticket Question

I doubt I'm going to renew for myself and my two young children. It's enough to keep them in check at the best of times without staggered entry times, Covid passports, Tests for them, masks, no singing etc
by barba
Tue Mar 09, 2021 7:23 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Piers Morgan
Replies: 295
Views: 20935

Re: Piers Morgan

Give it a week or two and he'll be signed up to GB News and everyone will wonder if today's antics were all a ploy
by barba
Sat Jan 16, 2021 12:13 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Netflix / Prime recommendations
Replies: 573
Views: 68012

Re: Netflix / Prime recommendations

Thanks to all for the recommendations.

To add two that havent been mentioned:

- Kingdom - about an MMA gym. Jonathan Tucker gives one of the greatest acting performances ive seen in a long time.

- Lupin - French comedy drama about a gentleman thief. Only 2 episodes in but so far so good.
by barba
Thu Jan 07, 2021 5:14 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Finance question
Replies: 34
Views: 4400

Re: Finance question

Herts Claret You can find specifics about the Prudential AVC for your local authority and employer here https://www.pru.co.uk/rz/localgov/ I tend to find with these scheme types the fund choice will be limited but the charges due to economies of scale will be reasonable. I'd expect the average to be...
by barba
Thu Jan 07, 2021 8:01 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Finance question
Replies: 34
Views: 4400

Re: Finance question

Was there no focus on the benefits of drawing a lump sum from the AVC and not the main scheme?

If the scheme has a low commutation factor which is likely then the benefits of this are more focal imo than salary sacrifice and investment returns
by barba
Tue Jan 05, 2021 2:49 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Alan Pace live now on clarets player
Replies: 148
Views: 16945

Re: Alan Pace live now on clarets player

I agree with most that his first press conference should have been free and hopefully this will be an area that is addressed for future major announcements.

There is the option for a 30 day trial for those who want to watch and then cancel.
by barba
Tue Jan 05, 2021 2:37 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Alan Pace live now on clarets player
Replies: 148
Views: 16945

Re: Alan Pace live now on clarets player

Saying all the right things: - wants Sean to be manager for the long term. - funds will be available for transfers, faster - Sean will not be "frustrated". - Potential to look overseas for signings if they are right. - Promise of better communication from club. - Has ideas to improve the club includ...
by barba
Mon Nov 16, 2020 10:50 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Burnley lad success
Replies: 26
Views: 4191

Re: Burnley lad success

Fellow founder John Gallemore is definately a Claret.
by barba
Thu Oct 29, 2020 8:19 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Wife accident
Replies: 26
Views: 3019

Re: Wife accident

Hope your wife feels better soon.

I would echo others thoughts about keeping an eye on your wife especially if she has suffered a concussion as they can, speaking from experience be more serious than you initially believe
by barba
Fri Oct 16, 2020 3:39 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Three Tier Lockdown
Replies: 661
Views: 48234

Re: Three Tier Lockdown

Does anyone know without me having to trawl through the legislation what is illegal and what is advised against.
by barba
Fri Oct 16, 2020 1:04 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Club tweet
Replies: 49
Views: 6041

Re: Club tweet

Dwight signed for an additional 12 months taking him to June 2024

https://www.burnleyfootballclub.com/con ... -moor-deal
by barba
Thu Sep 17, 2020 5:19 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Viewing tonight’s game
Replies: 24
Views: 4348

Re: Viewing tonight’s game

by barba
Sun Sep 13, 2020 6:17 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Can anyone recommend a good Indian takeaway in Rawtenstall?
Replies: 58
Views: 3862

Re: Can anyone recommend a good Indian takeaway in Rawtenstall?

1989_claret wrote:
Sun Sep 13, 2020 4:56 pm
Spice Master is fantastic. Much better than Nila and India Harvest in my opinion.
I agree Spice Master is great tho not been to the others
by barba
Thu Sep 10, 2020 5:50 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: For those with primary-aged children at home...
Replies: 52
Views: 4920

Re: For those with primary-aged children at home...

Went past the COVID testing centre in Burnley this morning. Very long queue round the car park and many of the adults had children with them of school age which was quite worrying if they were there to get tested. My children are off school at the moment (managed 3 days) as one had a cough. School ...
by barba
Sat Aug 29, 2020 12:56 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Financial Advisor - Pensions
Replies: 23
Views: 2610

Re: Financial Advisor - Pensions

Thanks for the reply’s so far. Rather than looking for ways to invest I’m more looking for somebody to review what I currently have and advising me what changes, if any, I should be making now to ensure a comfortable retirement I would suggest (as a Chartered Financial Planner) that you need an ele...
by barba
Wed Jul 08, 2020 5:09 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Every adult to be given £500 voucher
Replies: 92
Views: 8073

Re: Every adult to be given £500 voucher

Young couple, both teachers, one is son of a family friend, buying their first house in S.W London, cost £600k (nothing fancy). If I've understood these changes correctly, they will benefit from stamp duty cut. Of course, they also "benefit" from very low mortgage rates, if they've been able to scr...
by barba
Wed Jul 08, 2020 4:28 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Every adult to be given £500 voucher
Replies: 92
Views: 8073

Re: Every adult to be given £500 voucher

Stamp duty cut is probably designed to help those on and those trying to get on the ladder Some elderly owners are reluctant to downsize because they dont want to pay the tax. This stops the natural progression of those moving up the ladder and those trying to own their first property. Although firs...
by barba
Mon Jun 01, 2020 10:02 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Advice on getting rid of belly fat?
Replies: 111
Views: 6901

Re: Advice on getting rid of belly fat?

I have lost a stone this year and 3 stone in total from my heaviest. Lockdown exercise and being mindful about alcohol and snacks has helped but the biggest help for me has been fasting. I'll fast for 24 hours twice per week, so after my Sunday evening meal i'll not eat anything and only have black ...
by barba
Tue May 26, 2020 8:05 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Current Season Void Or Continue
Replies: 662
Views: 39021

Re: Current Season Void Or Continue

Read that Sky have emailed people saying they are going to start charging for sports on the 19th June.

Perhaps an indication of when the Prem will recommence?
by barba
Fri May 22, 2020 1:29 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Samsung Galaxy ear buds
Replies: 26
Views: 2367

Re: Samsung Galaxy ear buds

Based on your budget I'd consider the Cambridge Audio Melomania 1 or Sony wf-1000xm3.

Depends on what you want type of music you listen to, importance of mic quality on calls, running etc.
by barba
Sat Apr 25, 2020 1:54 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Gangs of London
Replies: 40
Views: 3988

Re: Gangs of London

Not sure the head of a major gang would have such a plummy accent.
by barba
Fri Apr 24, 2020 9:31 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: The Lockdown TV Thread
Replies: 116
Views: 7876

Re: The Lockdown TV Thread

Just watched the first series of Bosch..gripping television and Harry Bosch is the coolest copper on our screens since Clint Eastwood played Dirty Harry. The Bosch series of books are brilliant along with others by Michael Connelly. To continue the TV theme. I watched first episode of 'Gangs of Lon...
by barba
Fri Apr 10, 2020 9:46 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Froch v Kessler 1 & 2 on sky sports mix
Replies: 10
Views: 950

Re: Froch v Kessler 1 & 2 on sky sports mix

Wow great memories.
by barba
Fri Apr 10, 2020 9:32 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Froch v Kessler 1 & 2 on sky sports mix
Replies: 10
Views: 950

Froch v Kessler 1 & 2 on sky sports mix

On now
by barba
Sun Mar 22, 2020 6:42 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Mum
Replies: 22
Views: 3414

Re: Mum

Steve1956 wrote:
Sun Mar 22, 2020 6:38 pm
Small world isnt it spent all my misspent youth playing on Barlowfold :D
Only lived round here for a decade or so. Tried (and succeeded) stopping the council from concreting it a few years back hence the email address.

I hope my offer is a good back stop with you not living round here anymore.
by barba
Sun Mar 22, 2020 6:33 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Mum
Replies: 22
Views: 3414

Re: Mum

Steve1956 wrote:
Sun Mar 22, 2020 6:17 pm
Thank you so much,she has help twice a day and a shopper to help her once a week,your offer was lovely gesture thank you.
Really glad she is getting help. If her situation changes then email me friendsofbarlowfold@gmail.com

Offer is open ended.
by barba
Sun Mar 22, 2020 5:57 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Mum
Replies: 22
Views: 3414

Re: Mum

Steve1956 wrote:
Sun Mar 22, 2020 11:05 am
Thinking of mine to,she's not very well in Rossendale and im helpless to be with her today love you Mum
I'm in Rossendale and have done a leaflet drop targetting those who are vulnerable.

If your mum needs any help with food shopping, medicines etc then I would be able to help.
by barba
Sat Mar 21, 2020 11:43 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Self Employed
Replies: 203
Views: 12961

Re: Self Employed

Not all self employed are taking cash payments although it is rife in catering, taxi hire, hair dressing and building work. Any payments that could be offered though would only be based on declared income so people will only benefit based on how honest they have been. I'm expecting some further mea...
by barba
Fri Mar 20, 2020 9:27 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Self Employed
Replies: 203
Views: 12961

Re: Self Employed

Let's be perfectly frank here. I have been self employed for 35 years, I have had numerous tax advantages through self-employment. I have paid a tiny amount in national insurance when compared to employed people on similar income. I still work part time and may be able to do so during the pandemic....
by barba
Wed Mar 18, 2020 8:42 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: UK schools closed from Friday
Replies: 30
Views: 2565

Re: UK schools closed from Friday

Bit of a rocky road ahead. My wife heads up a dedicated autism unit within a EBD school in Hertfordshire. At present they will still open due to the needs of the pupils. My daughter is due to sit GCSEs this Spring and is dyslexic so needs all the support available. And I manage a team of 30 drivers...
by barba
Sun Mar 15, 2020 11:18 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: The markets. It's not just Coronavirus. It was overdue.
Replies: 46
Views: 4191

Re: The markets. It's not just Coronavirus. It was overdue.

US down ~ 5% in futures markets
by barba
Tue Mar 10, 2020 5:43 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Covid-19
Replies: 13866
Views: 926887

Re: Coronavirus

I said stock market would crash, pension funds become significantly underfunded,airlines would go bust and we would see mergers,house prices would fall.Econmic health to suffer more than personal health and UK would follow Italy in that we were 14 days behind them. Also there could well be 100,000 ...
by barba
Tue Mar 10, 2020 5:37 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Covid-19
Replies: 13866
Views: 926887

Re: Coronavirus

I mentioned this briefly before but no one responded, so let me ask again, as I've obviouy missed something. Why is the UK considered to 13.5 days (Half a day?) behind Italy and why would that be case? The same thing is being applied to other European countries as well with different timescales. I ...
by barba
Sun Mar 01, 2020 10:24 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Covid-19
Replies: 13866
Views: 926887

Re: Coronavirus

thatdberight wrote:
Sun Mar 01, 2020 10:01 pm
It might be wrong because it might be wrong
The kind of insight we all need ;)
by barba
Fri Feb 28, 2020 12:23 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Covid-19
Replies: 13866
Views: 926887

Re: Coronavirus

thatdberight wrote:
Fri Feb 28, 2020 12:06 pm
The country won't go into lockdown. The infection and impact isn't anything like the level that would be required. Utilities, health and food logistics would be exactly the things that would still run.
I hope you're right but guess time will tell.
by barba
Fri Feb 28, 2020 11:51 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Covid-19
Replies: 13866
Views: 926887

Re: Coronavirus

Thanks for the updates.

Although i'm not "panic buying" i've taken steps for my family and I should we be in a position where quaranteen is a necessity.

If the situation improves then what ever i've bought, aside from the hazmat suits will be used anyway.
by barba
Tue Feb 25, 2020 12:06 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Tyson Fury.
Replies: 140
Views: 16206

Re: Tyson Fury.

Wilder is exercising his right for a rematch.

Said Fury "didn't hurt him" and then came out with a laughable excuse for losing.

See if you can guess what he said
by barba
Thu Feb 20, 2020 9:38 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Article on the final salary to drawdown debate
Replies: 13
Views: 1799

Re: Article on the final salary to drawdown debate

Thoughts are to retire from my current company and move both pensions. Due to the company wanting to downsize hoping I could get a 50k pay off. Then I think I can get another job on a similar salary for as many years as I need to see when my pot is enough to retire permanently I can only speak on b...
by barba
Wed Feb 19, 2020 9:13 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Article on the final salary to drawdown debate
Replies: 13
Views: 1799

Re: Article on the final salary to drawdown debate

Thank you for your reply. I will put my position forward and ask for comments if you would?? I have type two diabetes, hypertension and a heart defect which means one minor heart attack would kill me according the consultant cardiologist who diagnosed me 13 years ago, now I am 55. I have two final ...
by barba
Wed Feb 19, 2020 8:02 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Article on the final salary to drawdown debate
Replies: 13
Views: 1799

Re: Article on the final salary to drawdown debate

The rise in personal indemnity (PI) insurance costs is down to providers leaving the market and a rise in complaints to the Financial Ombudsman Service (FOS). Complaints were ~ 400 between 2011 and 2014 and over 450 between 2015 and 2016. These have increased further when you look at the British Ste...
by barba
Wed Feb 19, 2020 7:09 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Article on the final salary to drawdown debate
Replies: 13
Views: 1799

Re: Article on the final salary to drawdown debate

I stopped giving advice on FS transfers this year predominately due to the cost of PI insurance.
by barba
Mon Feb 17, 2020 2:19 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Furniture donations
Replies: 3
Views: 785

Re: Furniture donations

I've donated to British Heart Foundation in the past.

They collected it. Sofas needs fireproof labels.

01282 882789
by barba
Fri Jan 31, 2020 12:14 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: HAPPY BREXIT DAY EVERYONE!
Replies: 260
Views: 18053

Re: HAPPY BREXIT DAY EVERYONE!

I still hold the view that the next global financial crisis to hit will be borne within the Eurozone and although we will be hit irrespective of leaving I for one will be glad of the opportunity Brexit gives to forge other relationships. You just need to look at the macro data to see that things are...
by barba
Thu Jan 23, 2020 2:11 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: @GoldbridgeWorld
Replies: 19
Views: 2572

Re: @GoldbridgeWorld

His youtube rant is just as funny.