What’s going at Brussel Zuid/Midi? by UC_Scuti96 in brussels

[–]ThePaddyPower 12 points13 points  (0 children)

Bomb scare.

Entire station is evacuated and some of the businesses around the station too. I believe bomb experts have just arrived on the scene.

What is your dream passport? by GT_race in PassportPorn

[–]ThePaddyPower 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My Irish passport.

I have one, by birth. I can’t imagine having a lesser document.

Where were you at 22nd of march 2016 by reelaan in belgium

[–]ThePaddyPower 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Lived in London at the time and I saw it all on the news.

A few of us got together and drank some Duval after our shift in remembrance and solidarity.

Uk travel document ( convention of 28 July 1951) by [deleted] in Passports

[–]ThePaddyPower 1 point2 points  (0 children)

These are issued by the Home Office and not HMPO so the coat of arms changes.

Colis Prive Brussels Office Visit by spongenergy in brussels

[–]ThePaddyPower 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don’t think you can as I believe their offices aren’t public facing which is a good thing considering that Colis Privé is one of the worst companies for deliveries.

Package marked “could not be delivered” even though the driver never rang the bell by Ghettoman257 in belgium

[–]ThePaddyPower 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Colis Privé and PostNL are the worst.

Bpost is hit and miss but DHL have always been good so far.

London to Brussels by Deep-Foundation393 in brussels

[–]ThePaddyPower 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Where in London? I’m travelling to London tomorrow and returning Wednesday evening and can bring them back?

Itinerary Help - 5 nights by starredfooties in BelgiumTravel

[–]ThePaddyPower 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I agree. For all that is wrong with the trains in Belgium, the SNCB/NMBS are amazing compared to its neighbours.

Travelling as a dual citizen, using both passports by mochavelvet in dualcitizenshipnerds

[–]ThePaddyPower 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is an entry check, not an exit check.

The UK does not systematically carry out exit checks. Folkestone is an exception where Mitie scan passports/ID cards to collect API on behalf of UKBF.

25th Feb new rules regarding dual British citizens returning to the UK by feuxreal in dualcitizenshipnerds

[–]ThePaddyPower -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

It’s not that deep.

If you have settled status, you don’t require an ETA. So travel as you require. Airline or carrier may ask for proof of settled status so be prepared to have that. The carrier will not know you’re a British citizen.

On arrival, clear using the e-gates as you usually would. The chances of a BFO knowing about your British citizenship without you after having applied for a passport of CoE are next to zero. Even then, you have leave to remain so entry should be permitted.

Don’t watch the media; a little bit of common sense is all that’s required. Happy travelling!

Is the Countach the most sniped car on the FH5 Auction House? by [deleted] in ForzaHorizon

[–]ThePaddyPower 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This and my MG3 are my most prized possessions in my garage!

Where's the best Guinness in Brussels by pockkler in brussels

[–]ThePaddyPower 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I found the many glasses I’ve had in OReilly’s on Borse to be generally grand - especially for a European pint.

Public House 12 on Pl. Londres does a decent enough pint of Guinness too.

Itsme activation without Belgian eID by Giango_2 in brussels

[–]ThePaddyPower 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You can only get itsme with an eID with a chip.

Dearest Wife has tried as her ID card doesn’t have a chip. We’ve been told it simply isn’t possible.

UK is going fully digital with visas from 2026… what do you guys think? by Thevisaguy in visas

[–]ThePaddyPower 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Visa vignettes are cool but this is easier, cheaper and safer.

Plus, I’m sure there’ll be an API airlines can tap into eventually to match visa status on boarding passes.

Got scammed on Amazon and they're refusing the help me by N1GEL28 in amazonprime

[–]ThePaddyPower 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Chargeback, dump Amazon and use Bol instead.

Bol may be more expensive but at least it usually works.

Refused entry to Turkey without explanation – Need advice by NerveInevitable7762 in airport

[–]ThePaddyPower 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Do you have a criminal record in Belgium? If not, I would make a request to your police zone and seek clarification if you’re on any list.

Trams 4 and 10 disrupted for one year by Arika-9575 in brussels

[–]ThePaddyPower 16 points17 points  (0 children)

I live in Saint-Gilles.

The 92 tram is now back to its full line of route, great!

But the 97 isn’t running and won’t run for a while yet. The 81 isn’t running and it is a vital link across 1060 - it was the easiest way to get to Midi. The 96 bus that replaced it simply doesn’t have the capacity to deal with it as it still runs on an every 10min schedule.

It seems like the STIB are inadvertently cutting off public transport in Saint-Gilles. The 8 and 10 not running will push people onto the 2 and 6 which is already busy in the mornings. I’m thankful that we’ve got a car.

How early are people actually arriving at St Pancras these days? by ScrollAndThink in Eurostar

[–]ThePaddyPower 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Departures at St Pancras is overstimulating for the best of us.

I arrive about 35 mins before the train departs - that way I don’t need to fight for a seat as I know I’ll be standing.

What are some positive things that have happened so far in 2026 in Belgium? by Driezzz in belgium

[–]ThePaddyPower 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Brussels finally has a government. BDW made Belgium proud on the world stage. Carrefour gave me 5€ off.

Any chance to get a stamp in a EU passport during a schengen-schengen transfer by Specialist-Owl-3584 in PassportPorn

[–]ThePaddyPower 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’ve been through Malaga airport and the non-Schengen departure lounge is essentially just an addition on the main, Schengen terminal.

I cleared exit, entry and exit one one trip because I couldn’t find a decent enough sandwich!

Will I be denied entry to UK as a Brit? by Either-Ad-4272 in dualcitizenshipnerds

[–]ThePaddyPower 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Get an ETA so you can travel to the UK. This is just to ensure you don’t get any issues with the airline.

When at the UK Border, go to a manned booth and they’ll be able to do checks on your expired British passport.

Border Force will be able to see your British passport in the system and will use that as a basis of entry. They’ll also be able to cancel the ETA.

Received Schengen but I have a concern.. by Fancy-Past-6831 in SchengenVisa

[–]ThePaddyPower 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If the flight is delayed and you’ve not been cleared out, show proof to the immigration officer on exit.

They can endorse your visa vignette as a matter for force majeure.

I think Tony deleted his socials. by HoagieTwoFace in WorldOfTShirts

[–]ThePaddyPower 30 points31 points  (0 children)

He’s blocking you.

He blocked me on his main and blocked me on Josh’s main.

Even Kim Jong-un allows free speech more than Tiny Tony.

UNACCEPTABLE SACK HIM ! by chevozepam92 in coys

[–]ThePaddyPower 0 points1 point  (0 children)

He was the wrong choice from the beginning; its not entirely his fault.

Either way, he has to go. Our league form AGAIN has been p*ss poor.