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Hello peeps, Having written my will, I'm now trying to decide how to store it. Any advice? Options I'm considering include lodging the document:1. with a solicitor, 2. with a bank, 3. with a will-writing company, 4. in a safe place at home. I'll obviously also send a copy to the executor. I've had the will drafted by a will-writing company who are now offering me extra services, namely secure storage of the doc, unlimited updates to it, and as much help as necessary to the executor administering the thing at some point in the future - distant, I hope :-). I'm tempted by this offer, but they're charging ?2000 for it. That might sound a lot, but apparently compared with the percentage that banks take for administering a will, it's not (depending on the size of the estate, that is). If you've given this some thought, while drafting a will or administering/executing one, I'd love to hear from you. PM if you'd prefer. I'm just wondering whether there's a common approach, or something I've missed. Ta!

Not greenfinches, by any chance? They tweet like crazy though maybe not all day.

No, it was a safeguarding incident involving Postman Pat's black and white cat.

The lead singer of The Foals (whoever they are) has just moved to Peckham. This public service announcement is brought to you by yesterday's Guardian.

Those types of books do have a short lifetime, don't they. Send them on their way in the blue, plastic hearse. That's what I do. If I feel particularly attached to a specific technical training or reference book (it does happen), I cut out the most interesting page and keep that rather than the whole tome.

I see admin has added a revoke button, Loz.

rahrahrah Wrote: ------------------------------------------------------- > It never ceases to amaze me how many people lazily > cut corners in their cars. I actually think power > steering has made people worse. I blame the EU. :-)

I wouldn't put it past Southwark Planning to forget that sort of thing, though I hope it's just an oversight on your part; I've not looked at the details myself.

We have just applied for a meter, and had the initial survey. It's all been a doddle, the website and Thames Water will advise on whether it's likely to save you money, and I think you can revert to rates-determined bills up to a year after having a meter fitted. The only risk I can see is if there's a leak between the meter (they're normally installed under the pavement) and your taps. But in that case, your bills are likely to rocket very quickly so you'd be sure to notice and be able to do something about it, like revert to non-metered payments.

With enough signatures on the petition the prompt services you've noticed are quite likely to be the result of people power, I reckon. The managers responsible for those services will quite likely watch social media, track negative customer experiences, and do something about them. More power to the collective, virtual elbow!

Yet another excellent piece. And talking of Bellenden Village, anyone remember the Oglander (now a nicely redeveloped set of flats), which had a brief stint as a gay pub about 15-20 years ago?

This is a very informative thread. Thanks to all contributors. One comment on the non-viability of a direct ED/PR connection to the West End - I'm sure someone in the know once told me a branchline could be reopened somewhere between the Elephant & Castle/Blackfriars and Charing Cross at relatively low cost. Perhaps capacity problems at CX prevent this.

I wonder if the decision to route the Bakerloo line extension down the Old Kent Rd rather than PR/ED might, just might, see TfL and Network Rail release extra capacity on our severely congested, existing rail lines and maybe (re)open new lines. A direct service from PR to Charing Cross, anyone?

Doesn't everyone deliver now, with Deliveroo? :-) More praise for the dining experience at Codfellas on Bellenden Rd.

edhistory, I don't see USDAW providing the specific counselling services that the OP describes. So far as I can see, that link takes you to general advice on mental health support rather than info on accessing trained, USDAW-commissioned counsellors. So, cost-wise, the OP's idea might still make sense to both employee and employer.

I like the idea. I've never worked for smaller companies but have experienced the benefits of professional counselling services provided free by larger organisations.

As someone whose partner recently made much use of the imaging services at King's, I was happy to complete the survey. I encourage anyone with an opinion about our local hospital to do likewise. It's actually a rather complex subject that I didn't have time to research; what I did was answer most questions "Unsure" and pasted the following into each text box: "I have no idea. What I want is for full imaging services to remain at King's College Hospital at their current levels." Might help..

Blenheim Motors are great. They've been servicing our cars for decades and we've always had very good service from them. I can't praise them highly enough for their expertise, honesty, and value for money.

Upstairs at the EDT seems to be used more and more for receptions.

King's College Hospital also needs donations of tinned food, pasta, rice, and dry food to support frail patients in the first few days after operations, before support services kick in. I saw posters asking for donations around the hospital today. I think you can simply drop them off at the KCL Friends shop in the hospital. Raid the back of your kitchen shelves for those Christmas leftovers, people!

It might be worth the wait. The East Dulwich Deli was the start of something big all those years ago - the development of LL started soon after. Watch FHR develop similarly, albeit from Oct 2016 onwards. Bring back the late-night bagel shop! :-)

Can anyone recommend a solicitor for a standard employment law issue? Doesn't have to be based in East Dulwich.

The fit-out is looking good, judging by what I saw this monring.

Another vote for Dijon. The right size to get into, get a good meal, strole a bit, and get out quickly.

That takes me back. I used to play that game with a neighbour's son when I was young. The family had spent time in East Africa.