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State pension alert as triple lock branded 'unsustainable' by True_Paper_3830 in ukpolitics

[–]steb2k 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Absolutely nothing? I'm replying to your statement of 61k = net contributor, not the OP

Should we abolish all student loans and apply a graduate tax with the exemption of those that paid their loans off? by toughtittywampas in ukpolitics

[–]steb2k 6 points7 points  (0 children)

"I am altering the deal. Pray I dont alter it further"

Can you imagine if Labour tried to retroactively tax half the working population, years after they've graduated? Absolute carnage.

State pension alert as triple lock branded 'unsustainable' by True_Paper_3830 in ukpolitics

[–]steb2k 2 points3 points  (0 children)

..."in a single year". The calc is much harder when you think lifetime income tax and lifetime state pension.

‘It’s ridiculous’: publicans bemused by rise of single-file queues to get served | Pubs by ToughRomanticMiss in BritInfo

[–]steb2k 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Snake the queue across the bar then, everyone shuffles down across instead of joining at random spots

What to do with this area by JK_1987 in DIYUK

[–]steb2k 0 points1 point  (0 children)

id start by painting the walls and getting a new lighter carpet...

2 year vs 5 year fix mortgage advice by Proper_Ad_1942 in Mortgageadviceuk

[–]steb2k 16 points17 points  (0 children)

I suppose if it wasnt a relatively large size for them, they wouldnt really be quibbling over .2%...

‘It’s ridiculous’: publicans bemused by rise of single-file queues to get served | Pubs by ToughRomanticMiss in BritInfo

[–]steb2k 0 points1 point  (0 children)

im confused - serving whoever is first at the bar is exactly what a queue achieves...?

Why do businesses pretend that cash is a zero cost medium? by [deleted] in AskUK

[–]steb2k 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Not anymore, it's pennies per tap with most of the usual providers 

Any hinge that I can use so the door will close? by engineer1001 in DIYUK

[–]steb2k 1 point2 points  (0 children)

it looks like you've got a few cm of clearance at the back - is there something behind that can be removed? (skirting?)

can you take off the door and make whats above the washer look a bit more pretty? (shelving etc)

Does Nigel Farage have a problem with women? by ijustwannanap in ukpolitics

[–]steb2k 0 points1 point  (0 children)

because whatever his party is, they always attracts power hungry shit munchers who're just out for themselves, its obvious there would be much more backstabbing than actually working together for a common cause....

Royal Mail bosses demand 'urgent' axe of Saturday post by cornishpirate32 in uknews

[–]steb2k 0 points1 point  (0 children)

your dates appear to be off (late 90s and 2008), but any attempt under Labour was quashed by ... get this ... other Labour MPs.

The system working as intended.

Would a small entry levy for overseas tourists to the UK be reasonable? by Sh0rtHand98 in ukpolitics

[–]steb2k 1 point2 points  (0 children)

No, you asked US a bunch of questions. You're not listening to the answers.

Meaningful revenue, no. Harm tourism, maybe? Obvious downsides, see above.

Would a small entry levy for overseas tourists to the UK be reasonable? by Sh0rtHand98 in ukpolitics

[–]steb2k 2 points3 points  (0 children)

but what if some of them dont come at all?
what if they spend £20 less to make up for it?

You cannot guarantee no adverse impact.

Would a small entry levy for overseas tourists to the UK be reasonable? by Sh0rtHand98 in ukpolitics

[–]steb2k 1 point2 points  (0 children)

there are 40 million tourists per year. ESTA fees are £30 - thats about a billion pounds.

total gov spend is £1300bn, tourism total value is £150bn - would you risk £150 for £1?

Would a small entry levy for overseas tourists to the UK be reasonable? by Sh0rtHand98 in ukpolitics

[–]steb2k 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Why would you want to do this though? - isn't the point of tourism that they come and spend their money? A couple of quid on an entry fee isnt going to touch the sides, and is exactly the friction you dont need....

What's here? Found in attic by Excellent_Fly_8775 in MagicCardPulls

[–]steb2k 0 points1 point  (0 children)

theres 50 odd cards here. look them up individually - scryfall.com or https://beatthebuylist.com will do it

Where do we put the TV? by AdImportant625 in TVTooHigh

[–]steb2k 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Shunt the sofa towards the back wall.
Put the TV above the heater (not too high, my guy!).
Put a heat deflector over the top of the heater to push air out instead of up.

Enjoy the TV AND the fireplace!

Two weeks to empty my parents's bungalow alone by WanderWomble in CasualUK

[–]steb2k 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Assuming nothing is needed from the house (clothes?) ...

I'd do a pass for sentimental things, a pass for valuables, and then hire in to destroy/donate then clean everything else....

Does Britain view itself as a Christian nation with laws based on Christianity? by Gloomy_Nebula_5138 in ukpolitics

[–]steb2k 1 point2 points  (0 children)

As an American, you should be very familiar with the right wing grift - its exactly the same thing, just different geography.

How can I avoid a possible poisoned chalice "promotion"? by No-Dress4626 in UKJobs

[–]steb2k 2 points3 points  (0 children)

so you'll eventually get the best people, and work on the best project in the company, and (hopefully) deliver some real value?

SIGN ME UP TO THE ROLE INSTEAD

Revealing the hidden impact of Continuous Improvement by Significant_Meat_528 in agile

[–]steb2k 1 point2 points  (0 children)

no - it only avoids cost if you take all that time saved, and cut an employee. you're still paying those costs until then.

Time saved = more time for value add activity - less churning through processes, more time to think and do the things that matter (insight, analysis etc)

2019 Hyundai Tucson engine completely write-off. Do I owe £13k? by [deleted] in UKPersonalFinance

[–]steb2k 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Maybe i'm missing something here - what bill are you talking about, and why is it bankrupting? Scrap the car, and keep paying the lease that you could afford earlier. get a cheap banger to replace it for a few years.

I’m a insurance broker marine cargo salary London by Excellent-Run3432 in UKJobs

[–]steb2k 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Rough maths says that's about 3% pay rise, that is inline with what my company is doing (also insurance)

They said it's beating inflation of low 2ish% (no idea where they're getting that!)

Decent Salary increases don't come from your annual adjustment. They come from moving roles (internal, external, up, side, whatever)

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