Re: Businesses removing their names from this forum

[*Bob*]

There are a few gems on there.

http://www.tripadvisor.co.uk/Hotel_Review-g186338-d1454087-Reviews-Dulwich_Bed_and_Breakfast-London_England.html

[Mick Mac]

I have always found the B and B on Upland Road to be of the highest quality and cleanliness.

Do they want this post removed.

[numbers]

Mick Mac Wrote:

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> I have always found the B and B on Upland Road to

> be of the highest quality and cleanliness.

>

> Do they want this post removed.

everyone knows its not an actual hotel/b&b. also, there's never been any trouble from there. I wish people would leave it alone.

[*Bob*]

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> everyone knows its not an actual hotel

Three people on tripadvisor would disagree.

It's just an anecdote - about tripadvisor and it's irrelevance to local matters. I have nowt against the place.

[numbers]

sorry *bob* hadn't properly read the thread, didn't realise your post linked to the 'b&b'.

have seen some hilarious responses to obviously fake/whining/putting boot in type reviews on TA from management. Sad they have to take time to deal with it but guess thats price you pay for publicity these days, good or bad.

[woodrot]

I have never been in *that place that shall never be named". Nor have I ever returned to *the other place* after my foccia horror. I have however revisited * the unamed charitable outlet where breast feeding is verboten* several times.I still fear the backlash from the proprietor of *the soft furnishings and tat emporium* after an ill judged public comment some years ago, so have never entered the shop again. Though I do relish pressing my face against the window and gurning on saturday afternoons.

[woodrot]

PS, is the Cherry tree/ grove still fair game for online abuse ? I nust keep up, things move so fast around vibrant East Dulwich ( GCH not tested. Mature garden. Close to the popular and improving Goose Green school)

[Mick Mac]

numbers Wrote:

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> sorry *bob* hadn't properly read the thread,

> didn't realise your post linked to the 'b&b'.

>

And of course I haven't stayed there. Just in case that wasn't clear either numbers.

[????]

You got insomnia mick?

[????]

*Bob* has stayed in the upland road B&b and wrote one of those reviews

[Mick Mac]

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> You got insomnia mick?

Woken by a 3 year old boy. Most annoying.

[numbers]

Mick Mac Wrote:

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> numbers Wrote:

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> > sorry *bob* hadn't properly read the thread,

> > didn't realise your post linked to the 'b&b'.

> >

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> And of course I haven't stayed there. Just in case

> that wasn't clear either numbers.

it was clear Mick Mac, I knew you were joking. Am sorry for my rather grumpy and unnecessary post on this otherwise funny thread!

four pounds is the funniest thing I've read on here for ages. love it.

[david_carnell]

Makes Dulwich B&B look luxurious:

http://www.tripadvisor.co.uk/Hotel_Review-g186338-d1088965-Reviews-Countryside_Hotel-London_England.html

[handymaneast dulwich]

''Punch yourself repeatedly in the face and try and get a bed in hospital for the night''

That made my day

[El Pibe]

Someone called precious thinks it's beyond fabulous

http://www.yelp.co.uk/biz/le-chandelier-london-2

[honoroakresident]

My thoughts are that if one has had a bad experience then one should be able to freely discuss that experience. Likewise with a positive experience. If we only reserved space for those who had nice things to say then every establishment would have a gleaming reputation. I am all for the calling out of bad places (i.e The Cherry Tree) but likewise, I'm all for the calling out of great places (i.e Blackbird Bakery).

As someone pointed out prior, if an establishment isn't happy because people are being 'mean' towards them, the answer is simple: change what you're doing. And I'm certain there are a lot of places within ED that need to buck up their ideas (I can certainly name a few). They should take it as criticism and do their best to improve for the benefit of their customers but also their business.

As a side note: someone mentioned The Cherry Tree and quite frankly I'm in awe that such a place is still conducting business. The operations that go on in that place are on rocky grounds with regards to the legality of it all. I once worked a 7 hour shift and was informed that no breaks are allowed and I also received cash in hand, having been told that "my national insurance contributions are paid by the owners" - a likely story. I was also not given full payment for the work that I did there and was constantly under anxiety as a result of being under the watchful eyes of the owners at all times whilst having to put up with their awful attitudes, their racism, sexism and downright rudeness towards customers. It's a shambles and an embarrassment. It's exploitation and, truthfully, you should all avoid this place.

[cle]

Admin - could these names be reinstated once the Defamation Act (2013) comes into play?

It is aimed at reducing the UK's targeting for libel tourism, but has a clause about opinions being fine if clearly stated as an opinion and not aimed at causing serious harm to rhe reputation of the business.

Surely commenting on a terrible meal or some bad service doesn't quite warrant that? Especially as this is the EDF and hardly the front cover of The Sun.

For reference: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Defamation_Act_2013

[DaveR]

Defamation Act also makes specific provision for operators of websites that should make it easier to introduce systems to ensure libel risk is minimised:

http://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2013/26/section/5/enacted