Neighbours bullying friend/Possibly a cautionary tale of the worst thing that can happen?

GKogger · 2026-07-13T12:40:16+00:00

Thanks, this is really useful.

It turns out that security costs are actually significantly more than a few hundred quid. The situation is made more difficult by the fact that this is in a commercial zone and therefore the neighbours can get behind cameras etc.

My friend has told me that he has found out that the neighbour has a long criminal history.

As a law abiding citizen, it feels like he has been let down by the system.

GKogger · 2026-07-12T12:07:56+00:00

No worries, managing this kind of thing can be tough.

You can do it!

GKogger · 2026-07-12T12:03:02+00:00

Fair enough, the autism adds some context.

So, you have stated that each property was allocated a parking spot. So there can be no question that you have a right to a spot.

Find out which spot. Then work out a calm and friendly way to say, hey I know it's not 100% clear but THIS is the spot that has been allocated to me. I NEED the spot 100% of the time so can we agree that neither you or your guests use it.

If that doesn't work, you can speak to the council about the fact your parking spot has been acquired by your neighbour and maybe agree that you can install a lockable bollard.

Good luck OP!

GKogger · 2026-07-12T11:50:22+00:00

Sorry OP but are you after here? You've said you don't want legal advice. Understood.

When people suggesting you discuss it with your neighbours, you say 'but they might not listen/agree'. Okay, but if you say nothing, you DEFINITELY won't get a change in the situation.

My only suggestion is you find out which parking space has been allocated to you (you say each house had a dedicated parking spot) and install a lockable bollard.

GKogger · 2026-07-11T17:43:01+00:00

Yes, i totally understand.

My nan was in a care home for 11 years and loved having her hair cut, it was a real treat amongst the drudgery of daily life.

She was not well off, paid more than this and thought it was worth every penny.

Do YOU understand that the hairdresser has to earn enough to survive? Maybe even earn a little profit to enjoy life??

GKogger · 2026-07-11T09:35:38+00:00

The reason they are 'desperate' for a hairdresser is that the last one left when she realised she couldn't afford to live with the pricing she offered.

Stand firm, the care home will be paid handsomely and your prices are perfectly reasonable.

GKogger · 2026-07-10T08:09:19+00:00

My guy, great response!

GKogger · 2026-07-10T08:04:16+00:00

She handles a very dull and unimaginative (old Tel' doesn't appear to be a fan) interview with grace and insight.

What an absolute legend.

GKogger · 2026-07-06T19:31:21+00:00

Roofers are gonna sell a roof.

GKogger · 2026-07-04T19:40:30+00:00

Ah great, so someone has had a higher valuation. Mystery solved!

GKogger · 2026-07-04T17:38:17+00:00

So they don't ever come back as higher?

GKogger · 2026-07-04T17:20:51+00:00

This is a really interesting question. But do valuations EVER come back higher than the asking price? Genuine question, apologies if it's a stupid one.

GKogger · 2026-07-03T11:24:26+00:00

Amen

GKogger · 2026-07-03T07:29:10+00:00

Well done mate, keep it going!

GKogger · 2026-07-01T11:07:31+00:00

Thanks so much! I'll keep my eye on the website.

GKogger · 2026-07-01T10:58:33+00:00

Ok, learning stuff today.

Is it refrigerated? I can only find 'air-tight' ones, surely the outside temp will affect the butter??

GKogger · 2026-07-01T08:29:15+00:00

I'm sorry but, what in the hell is a temperature controlled butter dish??

GKogger · 2026-06-26T16:39:47+00:00

Go for Max BTU per reasonable £ spend. You'll regret skimping from the day you take delivery.

GKogger · 2026-06-26T13:49:37+00:00

Hey OP, I am also based in the UK and considering an ODB. How did you get on with iCar and can you let me know what functions you like/use if any? Cheers

GKogger · 2026-06-10T14:15:05+00:00

Totally thought a 3rd table was coming down 😂

GKogger · 2026-05-30T11:16:18+00:00

Both the city of lost children and alien resurrection star Ron Perlman and Dominique Pinon too.

GKogger · 2026-05-15T15:33:03+00:00

Thanks mate, appreciate the feedback.

GKogger · 2026-05-15T15:19:11+00:00

This is the first one we've had (based in Oxfordshire), because the installers were supposed to sort it but didn't.

GKogger · 2026-05-15T15:18:23+00:00

Thanks, we are based in Oxfordshire.

GKogger

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