IlonaM

Just remembered that a colleague's husband used to train guide dogs for the blind. Might be worth looking at RNIB and similar service dog/animal charities etc.

Also have a look at the Mayhew - north London near Kensal Rise, but worth a look. I used to volunteer there years ago.

If you are an EU citizen you can seek advice from the AIRE Centre (http://www.airecentre.org/pages/get-advice.html). Alternatively the Migrants Resource Centre (for all kinds of advice - i.e. asylum, EU and third country) (http://www.migrantsresourcecentre.org.uk/immigration-advice/). The Migrants Right Network is a useful source of info and links to advice (http://www.migrantsrights.org.uk/about/advice-services). Also Rights of Women (making an assumption here)(http://rightsofwomen.org.uk/get-advice/immigration-and-asylum-law/) offer a helpline.

Cambridge House Law Centre & Southwark Law Centre may still have the facility to offer pro bono advice to Southwark residents. Both are well-known for taking on Southwark Council, so worth contacting them (SLC needs a referral though - see above)

Also have a look at website for Advising London (formerly Blackfriars Settlement) - they are based at Elephant & Castle. Southwark Law Centre requires a referral. If a council tenant Southwark Council could refer, otherwise CAB or Southwark Disablement Association.

For female - Bianca (white in Italian), Blanche (French), Blanche-neige (Snow white in Fr), Neve (snow in Italian - but pronounced Neev, like the actress, in Anglosaxon countries. Or gender neutral: Snowy, Snowball (if fluffy?)

P13s going north on Underhill Road (towards Barry Road and Lordship Lane) often seem to miss specific times. Often have to wait for the next one.

Following on from Ratty and previous advice, get CAB Peckham or Southwark Disablement Association (tel: 020-7701-1391) to refer you to Southwark Law Centre (unfortunately need referral and cannot self-refer) or try Cambridge House Law Centre (tel: 0207 358 7025). The lawyers at both centres have been of tremendous help to clients in the past.

To ensure you're getting everything you are entitled to check out Turn2Us - a website with benefits calculator and advice as well as a grant finder for help from charitable trusts. You can tailor the search to your situation i.e. location, health, occupation etc. May help with getting back on your feet. https://www.turn2us.org.uk/

Hi Ian, In case you would like more sources of information and support, also have a look at Providence Row in East London [http://www.providencerow.org.uk/what-we-do] - they offer: A resource centre for people who are rough sleeping, with breakfast, showers and access to IT. Advice and support for people who are homeless or at risk of homelessness. Recovery and progression for people whose mental health and substance misuse issues are affecting their ability to find and stay in accommodation. Trainee schemes to help people with complex needs to move into regular learning, volunteering or work.

Hi Ian, I am afraid I can't offer you accommodation, but have you approached charities like the Connection at St Martins in the Fields? They can offer advice, support and have a night shelter: https://www.connection-at-stmartins.org.uk/what-we-do/ Also contact a local law centre or Shelter advice line: 0808 800 4444 Shelter's helpline is open 8am ? 8pm on weekdays and 8am ? 5pm on weekends, 365 days a year. "Our housing experts will advise you, no matter what your housing situation. Calls are free from UK landlines and all major UK mobile operators."[http://england.shelter.org.uk/get_advice/how_we_can_help/housing_advice_helpline]. I hope you find a solution soon. Best wishes, Ilona

Excellent news charlottep! And for those who are minded to take direct action, here are the contact details for the James Brokenshire, the Immigration Minister's office [taken from his website]: Immigration enquiries 020 7035 4848 Home Office, 2 Marsham Street, London, SW1P 4DF [email protected]

Penguin68, I have worked within the immigration and asylum system for all of my career. My experience of the decision-making process has been that is has been very Kafkaesque. Unfortunately, I am currently not in practice otherwise I would have offered to help Dulwich College pro bono. I have however given them contact details for people who may be able to help. As for the argument that the hands of the decision-makers are tied by strict rules and laws, there is a long-standing and lawful ability for the decision-maker to exercise his/her discretion outside the Immigration Rules in certain circumstances. There are also policies outside the Rules which have not been made law, although many are transferred into law in time. Bogus marriages are not an example of bad decision-making or corruption, they are unlawful and carried out usually by criminal gangs.

The British High Commission refused a visa on the basis that his brother is a rickshaw driver and, in their opinion, could not be relied upon to go home again after the treatment was completed. He has a family in Nigeria. This is a common response by the decision-makers and could be said to be a often-used key on their keyboard.

Yet another example of the Kafkaesque immigration system in this country. Sadly not the first time we have seen such a sickening decision. I hope the Minister comes to his senses in time to save Isaac's life. Dulwich College are sponsoring Isaac's brother to come to the UK and paying for his flight once a visa is granted. They have been doing a great deal to support their employee at this vital time. There was a very good segment on London Tonight (ITV) last night, followed by a piece about a charity set up to raise awareness of blood, organ, bone marrow and other forms of medical donation within the Black African, Black Caribbean or mixed race communities.

Thanks Lesley! I think the decorators left so much plaster dust in the bathroom that the drain has become blocked - I have a puddle which won't drain away. I have had one shower since I moved in and am trying to get someone out to look at it.

Hi Lesley, thanks for your advice. Can you use normal drain unblockers down the drain in a wet room, or does that add to the problem?

I have just moved to a new flat with a wet room. Does anyone have any advice please about maintaining a wet room i.e. keeping floor drainage unblocked, unblocking floor drain, cleaning wet rooms, how to avoid getting water all over the place? I have got some information from google searches, but would be very grateful for any tips. Many thanks.

Thanks spark67 and to everyone for your advice.

Thanks Growlybear.

No personal experience, but you could have a look at these advice sites: http://www.wildlifegardener.co.uk/foxesinthegarden.html http://www.animalaid.org.uk/images/pdf/factfiles/Fox.pdf Also a wildlife charity might have advice about encouraging the to move on, but it might be too early if cubs are still very young. You obviously have a very safe environment in your garden for mother fox to raise her family!

Many thanks jacks09. I have several to look at now.

Many thanks everyone. You've been very helpful. The Forum is a super community!

Thanks Penguin68. I shall have a look at them. I've been following recent threads with trepidation!

I am moving to Underhill Rd and sadly have to move from my current GP after many years. Can anyone give me some advice about local practices please?