Topic: Ask - R(ob)AWK replies

[John C]

John, it is the first time we’ve had a note from that practice because it’s over 40 minutes away from where the lad lives, in the opposite direction of work and over an hour and ten away from the office. Different county and council. It’s bizarre it’s from there to be honest.

Thanks both.

Sounds a bit suspect. If it's a falsified doc the main thing is that you follow your own internal disciplinary procedure to the letter.
I had some very unusual absence related cases over the years.

[sheepfest]

Thanks for the responses, I’ll contact them to ensure it’s legitimate. I mean these days people seem to ask for a fit note and get one regardless of whether they’ve been examined or not, so I don’t know why he would fabricate one. Something about how the inputs don’t overlay the boxes quite right and the lack of noticeable signature make it suspicious.

It seems mad but these days you don't need to be physically examined, especially for a first note, to be given a fit note.

Good luck sorting it out.

[Claire.]

Does anyone here shop online with sainsburys? I was doing my shop and it has like Sunday roast veg and stuff and it says 'donating product*' as a little tag which made me think it's for the donations box thing in store and I'd be happy enough adding a load BUT does anyone know for 100% suresies that if I add 10 x bags of spuds on this they're deffo not gonna turn up with the delivery man tomorrow?

(I am asking because those products marked like this don't appear to be also available without the donating tag so now I'm scared)

Thanks

[Brian Blessed]

Does anyone here shop online with sainsburys? I was doing my shop and it has like Sunday roast veg and stuff and it says 'donating product*' as a little tag which made me think it's for the donations box thing in store and I'd be happy enough adding a load BUT does anyone know for 100% suresies that if I add 10 x bags of spuds on this they're deffo not gonna turn up with the delivery man tomorrow?

(I am asking because those products marked like this don't appear to be also available without the donating tag so now I'm scared)

Thanks

I like that it’s asterisked and goes nowhere!

Looks like it’s to donate directly to food banks

https://www.independent.co.uk/life-style/food-and-drink/sainsburys-food-banks-christmas-labels-charity-argos-toys-donations-poverty-supermarket-a8653191.html

[Claire.]

Haha I know, I was looking round everywhere in the help centre and couldn't find any mention of it. It's a bit weird that you can't buy the items without it so that's why I'm really unsure of what happens but I guess I'll find out pretty soon I found another thing which let me do a donation so I did that and then just added a couple of the 'donating product' items because the fear was too great I'd end up with a 20kg of spuds and parsnips.

[Crosby Nick]

I like that it’s asterisked and goes nowhere!

A bit like the News and Current Affairs threads on here.

[Claire.]

okay my shopping just arrived and they are not donated directly to food banks as they showed up! Glad I only added a couple now and I'll get onto their feedback to say it's confusing.

[Red-Soldier]

A bit like the News and Current Affairs threads on here.

 

[rawcusk8]

Has anyone got the Eufy doorbell? Or any other doorbell cam for that matter. I’ve currently got an old version of the battery powered ring and it seems as if it’s ready to pack in. With ring putting their subscription charges up now may be a good time to see what else is out there.

[SamLad]

Has anyone got the Eufy doorbell? Or any other doorbell cam for that matter. I’ve currently got an old version of the battery powered ring and it seems as if it’s ready to pack in. With ring putting their subscription charges up now may be a good time to see what else is out there.

I got a Google Nest doorbell camera a couple of years ago, really like it.  chose it coz it's wired (uses existing doorbell wiring) so no battery worries.  has been handy a few times.

I don't subscribe to the stored-video service though -- vids are stored for (I think) 3 hours only.  I might subscribe one day but don't feel the need right now.  hope I don't regret that decision.

[rawcusk8]

I got a Google Nest doorbell camera a couple of years ago, really like it.  chose it coz it's wired (uses existing doorbell wiring) so no battery worries.  has been handy a few times.

I don't subscribe to the stored-video service though -- vids are stored for (I think) 3 hours only.  I might subscribe one day but don't feel the need right now.  hope I don't regret that decision.

Thanks Sam. Will do some more research and see whats the best option.

[jason42]

Has anyone got the Eufy doorbell? Or any other doorbell cam for that matter. I’ve currently got an old version of the battery powered ring and it seems as if it’s ready to pack in. With ring putting their subscription charges up now may be a good time to see what else is out there.

I have the wired Ring Video Door bell and it is brilliant.

[Jaska]

Has Amorim always favoured 3-4-3?

[red_Mark1980]

Has any had a physical SIM for data while abroad?

We have a big trip to Australia, Phillipines and Singapore later this year. Our phones aren't eSim compatible. I know we'll have wifi but just thinking about a back up when we are out and out about for maps/etc.

[Crosby Nick]

Has any had a physical SIM for data while abroad?

We have a big trip to Australia, Phillipines and Singapore later this year. Our phones aren't eSim compatible. I know we'll have wifi but just thinking about a back up when we are out and out about for maps/etc.

I’m being thick, but what do you mean? I went to Australia and NZ over Christmas and turned on data roaming/paid a monthly fee that gave me unlimited access. What’s an eSIM?

[.adam]

Has any had a physical SIM for data while abroad?

We have a big trip to Australia, Phillipines and Singapore later this year. Our phones aren't eSim compatible. I know we'll have wifi but just thinking about a back up when we are out and out about for maps/etc.

Yes, before the advent of eSims, I have bought physical SIMs whilst abroad.

Some countries are more strict than others (e.g. some require ID when purchasing etc.) so make sure you check the rules before heading to the shop when you're out there.

If you're travelling to three countries, it might be worth exploring whether the cost of acquiring three overseas SIM cards exceeds the costs you'd incur whilst roaming.

I've used this site before which is good at outlining rules and prices:

https://www.traveltomtom.net

Oh, worth mentioning too that my Whatsapp has always worked as usual too.

I’m being thick, but what do you mean? I went to Australia and NZ over Christmas and turned on data roaming/paid a monthly fee that gave me unlimited access. What’s an eSIM?

You've enabled roaming, Nick. Sometimes it is cheaper to buy a SIM card abroad with an included data allowance rather than paying to roam on your UK SIM.

An eSim is the new tech which is replacing a physical SIM card. You just install it and it acts in the same way as a physical SIM card. I usually use Airalo for eSIMs. You can buy the eSIM before going out on holiday and when you land it'll be enabled and ready to go.

[red_Mark1980]

Thanks Adam. You've explained it better than I would.

Yeah my network likes to ramp up those roaming charges.

[rowan_d]

New oven arrived this morning, the guy set it to heat for 45 minutes when he left to burn the element off. Started using it now and it still stinks to the point that it'd either be dangerous to cook in it, or at least ruin the food.

How long did it take for anyone else who's done this?

[WhereAngelsPlay]

New oven arrived this morning, the guy set it to heat for 45 minutes when he left to burn the element off. Started using it now and it still stinks to the point that it'd either be dangerous to cook in it, or at least ruin the food.

How long did it take for anyone else who's done this?

Should go after a quick burn off, check for polystyrene.

[owens_2k]

Keep seeing adverts for CBD gummies. Always endorsed by people who I associate with having a screw loose - Merson, Le-Tissier, Kerry Katona etc. Anyways all seems like a load of boll*cks. Is there any actual unbiased research into this type of product that one can read?

[WhereAngelsPlay]

Keep seeing adverts for CBD gummies. Always endorsed by people who I associate with having a screw loose - Merson, Le-Tissier, Kerry Katona etc. Anyways all seems like a load of boll*cks. Is there any actual unbiased research into this type of product that one can read?

You might as well get them from Holland and Barrett

https://www.hollandandbarrett.com/shop/vitamins-supplements/cbd/


https://www.food.gov.uk/safety-hygiene/cannabidiol-cbd

Not exactly unbiased.
https://britishcannabis.org/shop/cbd-gummies/

Depends what you need them for & all of those use hemp. If it's for pain then you might want to look at getting actual oil, there are a few places that you can get it from, places like curaleaf.

[Nitramdorf]

Keep seeing adverts for CBD gummies. Always endorsed by people who I associate with having a screw loose - Merson, Le-Tissier, Kerry Katona etc. Anyways all seems like a load of boll*cks. Is there any actual unbiased research into this type of product that one can read?

John Aldridge has been pushing them as well. Jodie Marsh is constantly tweeting about it, oil as well as gummies.

[rob1966]

John Aldridge has been pushing them as well. Jodie Marsh is constantly tweeting about it, oil as well as gummies.

They'd push shit butties if they got paid for it

[WhereAngelsPlay]

Anthony Fowler has been doing hemp CBD for years, called Supreme CBD.

[Buck Pete]

John Aldridge has been pushing them as well.

Saw Aldo in Bergamo last week.  Had a chat with him and shook his hand.  SUPERB!

He didn't try and flog me any CBD Gummies though

[bradders1011]

Saw Aldo in Bergamo last week.  Had a chat with him and shook his hand.  SUPERB!

Marriage still alright?

[kellan]

One for the computer techs...

My boot drive died yesterday - at least in as far as it not booting windows any longer, the data might still be retrievable, I suppose.

Windows was installed on the thing using the media creation tool and my Win7 license key off my old store bought PC, then upgraded to Win10. Can this process simply be repeated on a new boot drive or is it a one-time thing?

I was thinking of outright buying Win11 anyway, whether my old license is fine or not, just for the cleanest of starts.

[Barneylfc∗]

How do you read The Times for free? There's an article from last week I want to read but it's paywalled

[Kenny's Jacket]

How do you read The Times for free? There's an article from last week I want to read but it's paywalled

Ive not tried it myself but try putting the url in here

https://archive.is/

[Barneylfc∗]

Ive not tried it myself but try putting the url in here

https://archive.is/

My work have blocked that site it appears. Not working on my phone either 

This is the article I want to read

https://www.thetimes.co.uk/article/child-maintenance-service-uk-news-loopholes-pay-fbfq39f8x

[Kenny's Jacket]

My work have blocked that site it appears. Not working on my phone either 

This is the article I want to read

https://www.thetimes.co.uk/article/child-maintenance-service-uk-news-loopholes-pay-fbfq39f8x

Sorry mate, cant get it to work.  Jiminy Cricket is the RAWK expert

[kellan]

My work have blocked that site it appears. Not working on my phone either 

This is the article I want to read

https://www.thetimes.co.uk/article/child-maintenance-service-uk-news-loopholes-pay-fbfq39f8x

I've PM'ed it to you, if you're still after it.

[Barneylfc∗]

I've PM'ed it to you, if you're still after it.

Nice one, cheers