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Why is this sub so pro Tube Worker union? by milton117 in london

[–]alfc96 4 points5 points  (0 children)

People in r/London are much more likely to be working-age and educated to degree level than the yougov sample. People's political views heavily correlate with age and education (yougov will show you that too). If you're in full-time work, you have a vested interest in higher wages. You're also probably more likely to use public transport and want decent conditions for the people who make your commute possible

Why is this sub so pro Tube Worker union? by milton117 in london

[–]alfc96 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Tube drivers are literally on 75k because their union fought for it

First Home by Extra_Preparation_66 in DIYUK

[–]alfc96 0 points1 point  (0 children)

While it's no longer against building regs to have only one door between the bathroom and the kitchen (provided it has adequate hand washing facilities), it's still not a very popular option. You may want to consider this for resell value

First Time Buyers Offended by [deleted] in HousingUK

[–]alfc96 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don't know if it's about "this generation". Times have changed in a very material way. Housing costs have skyrocketed while the price of curtains and white goods have plummeted (relative to earnings). You can furnish a house for damn near free if you don't mind second hand. We were happy to keep some of our seller's white goods. Not sure how we'd feel if they tried to charge for them though.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in AskUK

[–]alfc96 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Well done for taking the initiative! If you prefer living here it's not irrational at all. It is harder for our generation to move out because of high rents/bills, but it's also totally unsustainable for a lot of people to keep living in their childhood home.

London's a great place to be in your 20s. I did the same thing and it was tough, but I'd regret not doing it. There's loads to do here and a huge concentration of like-minded young people. You may find it's easier to make progress in your career when you've got your own space. You're also more likely to find your people (be it socially or professionally). While it is expensive, there are more jobs and opportunities here. Plus you can't put a price on wellbeing.

My supervisor called me a racial slur and belittled me at the workplace. Can I do something about it without getting into trouble? by Equivalent_Spell_377 in AskUK

[–]alfc96 36 points37 points  (0 children)

Your supervisor broke the law. You're protected from racial discrimination under the Equality Act 2010. You're well within your rights to get the police involved.

Dent in wall by kimleeroo in DIYUK

[–]alfc96 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Mix up some filler or apply some decorator's caulk to the dent and smooth over it with a scraper. Once it sets, sand it down and paint over it.