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I took the 185 from Kings to ED today. A young woman got on and sat near me, she wasn't wearing a mask. I said " I have a spare mask, would you like it?" I also told her I had used hand sanitiser. She said thank you and wore it for the rest of the journey. Lets try to be kind to each other when we can.

Awesome! Allbrighton Community Fridge are a jewel, and many people rely on them for free food at this difficult time. Thank you for supporting them, paddy1963.

Wonderful. What a fantastic collection!

Another super-helpful local move from Steven this week. Such a nice guy, booked at short notice. Just what you need with a man and a van. Highly recommend!

So, they are going to block off Goodrich Road where it meets Dunstans "to tackle the issue of HGVs using the narrow road" now? I thought this was about the school? As this small section of road is completely full with the over-spill of residents parking every evening [since the extended double-yellows reduced spaces on Dunstans and others], we will not be driving round and round looking for a space but driving in and reversing out of this blocked-off piece of road. And so will other vehicles. Right outside the school. Which doesn't "improve air quality by restricting vehicle movement". Sigh.

This. KidKruger Wrote: ------------------------------------------------------- > ?165 is pure extortion. > ?50 would be bad enough. It's meant to be a slap > on the wrist isn't it, not plunge you into > financial trouble.

In my opinion, Goodrich Road isn't a 'cut through', its a residential road. Temporary barriers to protect schoolchildren by all means, but changing access in this way will result in all sorts of problems. What about access for larger vehicles, deliveries, building works, emergency vehicles? This road isn't wide enough for u-turns to be performed safely for all but the smallest car. Surely if you make a road a 'cul-de-sac' you have to make provision for vehicles to exit as well as enter? Giving the school the responsibility without discussing with residents is barmy. Everyone uses these roads differently and we know the ins and outs of accessing these roads, plus residents have different needs. When the council drastically reduced parking spaces by extending the double yellows on every corner, it increased the number of times the residents have to drive around Dunstans, Crebor and Goodrich roads trying to park. Altering this stretch of Goodrich will add another layer of complication which, in turn, will add to the more pollution and car use. Looking at the plans I think it was a project given to the 5yr olds..."how would you make this road safe for children to walk to the school" "Miss, Miss!! Put big lumps of something hard at each end and then no one can get in!" "Well done Timothy. We'll go with that."

And they were going to tell/mention/discuss with us residents....when?

Booked Quick Move at very short notice and had great help with a 2 hour move yesterday! Super-helpful, prompt, patient and reliable. Will definitely use again. It is always good to have the number of a man/van/removal with small or large needs. This does it for me. Thank you!

Hi craigyboy71 I highly recommend John Smith...he works on carpets and upholstery and also cleans windows, plus he deep cleans ovens also. I posted about him before....he has a ton of recommendations here where he is described as a window cleaner but does much more. /forum/read.php?30,1875685,1996766#msg-1996766 His number is 07908 953257 Jacqui.

Oh that's amazing.

No exaggeration, simply the best car valet I have had. Easy to book, they come to you, nothing to do but hand over the keys. Super-helpful Aydan was prompt, polite and strictly adhered to the current distancing guidelines and disinfected everything. I am SO impressed. My car looked like it had just come off the production line even though I hadn't had it cleaned in 4 years. https://dropless.co.uk/

Thank you to all the generous people who brought tins and packets and shampoos and biscuits and who made sure that vulnerable people took away enough for a meal or two this weekend! This post is now closed but I will be separately posting where to donate food.... Thank you lovely people!.... https://www.instagram.com/p/B-CrU8ZHjgm/

If any businesses are closing TODAY and have surplus FRUIT, VEG or DRIED GOODS that they would like to donate, please would you consider Peckham Foodcycle and we can arrange to collect it? We are looking to feed a lot of vulnerable people and, as you can imagine, there is a shortage of 'spare' food out there! Please don't respond here but email.... [email protected] Thank you so much. https://www.foodcycle.org.uk/location/peckham-hub/ https://www.instagram.com/peckham_foodcycle/

For now, just asking for donations tomorrow, 10-12 as above,so that we have something to give our guests who normally receive a nutritious cooked meal. Soup, beans, biscuits and crackers. Much appreciated! Thank you.

Dear All, Peckham Foodcycle is having to close due to Covid and needs tins of SOUP, BEANS, BISCUITS AND CRACKERS. If you are able to donate ONLY these items please drop them at All Saints Church, Blenheim Grove, Peckham SE22 0HE on FRIDAY 10-12 and SATURDAY 10-12, ideally in a bag ready to go. These will be given out on Saturday as it is our last session for the time being. Huge thanks.

Albrighton Community Fridge is a fantastic asset to this area. Giving food to anyone in need and never turning someone away should be lauded.

I have a Casper mattress and after 2 years think its still perfect for me. https://casper.com/uk/en/

Thank you Roddy and Dodo1...really appreciate your helpful ideas! Jacqui.

Thanks Renata! I'm discovering a lot of places I wasn't aware of. All very helpful. Jacqui.

Great, thanks!! Jacqui.

Hadn't heard of them so that's really helpful. Will check them out! Thanks, Jacqui.

Hi all. Has anyone done a recent renovation and used a decent bathroom company or visited bathroom showrooms they can recommend? Thinking sort of mid-price range? Appreciate any thoughts! thanks, Jacqui.

northern interloper Wrote: ------------------------------------------------------- > Foxy, > Can you recommend your own roofer and share > contact details? > > Thanks. Norwood Roofing are extremely reliable and have many positive recommendations on here. They take before and after photos to ensure you don't get ripped off with false work as mentioned in this thread. /forum/read.php?30,1647560,2072670#msg-2072670

This has just happened to me. I definitely did NOT want to replace the whole thing. Went to Dulwich DIY and a '?2 plug on a chain' later....success!!