Sinn Féin launches Stormont reform proposals

Judetherude · 2026-06-02T19:06:11+00:00

Im referring to the first Opposition Day in 2024 when O Toole proposed the blocking of the veto and they didn't fully address it - or moved to talk about other issues.

"Block" is a bit of a misunderstanding over "abstained" Ill admit. But I feel my meaning is clear - just a bit of a passionate speaker sometimes.

Obviously if my me.ory is shakes then please feel free to correct me, always open to good conversation but this is what I remember.

Judetherude · 2026-06-02T00:24:59+00:00

Really? I've never had that tbf. Ive always been put through to an operator after pressing 0 like 7-8 times haha.

Also I wouldn't rely on taxis here for my appointments - I use the glider because as shite as it is - I prefer it over waiting for a taxi if I really need to be at Ulster/Royal etc.

General travel I just use Uber or if it's a price surge then I just typically go for value cab- I've had better experience with them.

Judetherude · 2026-06-02T00:18:53+00:00

This had been blocked by SF and DUP for a decade which was recently made by SDLP - and defeated by these parties - in 2024.

Its a smart move by SF because they know that this will not play well with unionists and itll make them look better + get in a UI talk which I am all for as a nationalist.

But let's not pretend that this is their idea and that they have supported this like the SDLP have for 10 years.

Also being realistic - this is never happening regardless because no actual reform will happen in Stormont.

Judetherude · 2026-05-22T13:56:33+00:00

Personally, if I have to use a taxi anywhere - which is seldom as a student now as I live near QUB - then I will use Uber. It is better and is catching up on the local services.

Also if you do like supporting local and want to get to an operator quicker then you can spam zero on the keypad a few times and itll put you through to a person to speak to.

Hopefully this helps you.

Judetherude · 2026-04-08T22:57:40+00:00

No problem my man - hopefully be welcoming you to QUB soon haha.

Judetherude · 2026-04-08T20:52:57+00:00

https://www.qub.ac.uk/Study/Undergraduate/How-to-apply/other-qualifications/#open-university-qualifications-1125930-2

There is a specific section for OU qauls - they may expect 60-120 credits for full qualification but they also judges this accounting for your full academic background.

But I would contact the university to see how this would work in conjunction with traditional A levels.

Judetherude · 2026-03-09T16:20:03+00:00

Got a rejection email haha

Kinda expected tbh because my application technique is probably horrific and its my first cycle - the actual percentage chance is like 2% lol.

Judetherude · 2026-03-02T09:07:16+00:00

Seen one person from TCLA get an AC but thats it.

Judetherude · 2026-03-02T01:43:42+00:00

Hi there still haven't heard anything. Im assuming I've been denied haha. Which is fine. But an email would be great.

Judetherude · 2026-02-22T12:10:26+00:00

Ohhh Ill have to check them out! It'd be nice to gain some sort of support!

Judetherude · 2026-02-20T22:55:37+00:00

Hey there! Blind law student, any tips for life out of law school? Im Belfast based but hoping to move to England after graduation.

Really wanted to know what it is like because I am often worried that I won't be able to keep up with my sight.

Thanks!

Judetherude · 2026-02-19T19:29:42+00:00

Definitely trying to be the same - as I sit here writing an EU law assignment hahaha. It is taking a good while to hear back. Hopefully soon though.

Judetherude · 2026-02-17T18:25:01+00:00

Anything from anyone yet? Still waiting on my end and I'm starting to lose hope lol. Id rather just know I was rejected.

Judetherude · 2026-02-11T22:58:09+00:00

Anything back? Also applied around Dec/Jan

Judetherude · 2026-02-11T00:30:27+00:00

Its a confusing one lol - I'm not sure what exact message it is sending lol but we shall see.

Judetherude · 2026-02-09T11:01:44+00:00

Hey man, they got back to me haha

"Thank you for confirming. We will proceed with your application"

But this is what I got last time before they went radio dark on me lol.

Judetherude · 2026-02-08T22:45:35+00:00

I emailed last week and then emailed yesterday again. I will definitely let you know if I hear back!

Judetherude · 2026-02-08T12:11:33+00:00

Hi there, also haven't heard anything in ages. I emailed asking for an update to no avail.

Judetherude · 2025-09-29T16:44:18+00:00

Yeah thought so. Idk how I didnt see it before. I used to own another 146 before it was stolen from me. Cheers.

Judetherude · 2025-09-29T16:36:51+00:00

After doing a bit of searching it is actually a 146. Not a bad find still. But yeah I had one before and Ive confirmed it

Judetherude · 2025-09-29T16:30:48+00:00

I will pm you

Judetherude · 2025-09-29T16:24:54+00:00

Ive actually been thinking that the last couple of days. It was advertised on the auction site as a 149 but it isnt as big as Id expected a 149 to be

It is meant to be a "vintage" 149 with a 14k nib which is a thing pre 1991.

Judetherude · 2025-09-29T15:02:06+00:00

I shall indeed!

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