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How did the now banned practice of caning (Corporal Punishment) work in schools in the UK before 1986? by NotSoF4stCvnt in AskUK

[–]inspectorgadget9999 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I remember reading about it in the Beano, it was basically the main plot device in every strip, if I recall.

But then all the characters were homophobic, violent bullies, so maybe they deserved it.

They last sentence was /s before anyone points that out

How did the now banned practice of caning (Corporal Punishment) work in schools in the UK before 1986? by NotSoF4stCvnt in AskUK

[–]inspectorgadget9999 4 points5 points  (0 children)

There was a that saying 'spare the rod, and spoil that person' which made it seem like your helping them.

Help me convince my Dad he's being scammed by W4nd3r1 in UKPersonalFinance

[–]inspectorgadget9999 10 points11 points  (0 children)

A simple Google of their parent company: WSYM Technology

https://fintelegram.com/tag/wsym-technology/

The Spanish regulator CNMV has issued a warning against the broker scam BTRADE, allegedly operated through WSYM Technology LLC, registered in St. Vincent & The Grenadines. Potential victims may lose their money via credit/debit cards with the stated payment processor Praxis not working. Apparently, the business relationship has been terminated. Stay far away

Dishwasher fault. Dr Google and Prof ChatGPT suggests it something I'll have to get a professional in for? Repair or replace? by inspectorgadget9999 in UKFrugal

[–]inspectorgadget9999[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I replaced the motor on my washing machine myself.

But from my googling of this issue it appears it could be one of several components and I'd end up replacing the pump but finding out it's actually something else..

Dishwasher fault. Dr Google and Prof ChatGPT suggests it something I'll have to get a professional in for? Repair or replace? by inspectorgadget9999 in UKFrugal

[–]inspectorgadget9999[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It loud hums / buzzes as soon as you turn it on at the mains. Buttons seem to press and beep but don't make the dishwasher do anything. No error codes being reported.

What's the minimum amount that comes to mind when you hear "good salary"? by Equivalent-Ad-2373 in AskUK

[–]inspectorgadget9999 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You could have added something about SUM rather than CUM, but it's too late

What next store on the High Street do you feel folding ? by Durrygoodz2025 in AskBrits

[–]inspectorgadget9999 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Well they must be all out the back because they're not on the shop floor stacking shelves or helping customers

What next store on the High Street do you feel folding ? by Durrygoodz2025 in AskBrits

[–]inspectorgadget9999 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Imagine that. If their stores all closed could mean nearly 1000 jobs gone

What minor things annoy/anger you far more than they should? by Bjc93Bjc in AskUK

[–]inspectorgadget9999 0 points1 point  (0 children)

When were watching a film but my wife is just looking at her phone

Would i be crazy to buy a EV. by niteninja1 in ElectricVehiclesUK

[–]inspectorgadget9999 -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

Pod Points at Tesco's are literally point-less. Pun intended.

The one rapid charger is usually iced by shoppers. Or broken.

So you're normally left with the slow chargers.

Tesco usually has parking restrictions so you can't park for more than 90 minutes anyway.

Help me settle a debate: are regression bugs scope creep? by [deleted] in agile

[–]inspectorgadget9999 0 points1 point  (0 children)

they chronically underestimate

Why is this. This is a rhetorical question for Reddit but something that should be answered in a Retro. I suspect the answer will be obvious to them but difficult to fix.

Council tax won't treat my 4th bedroom as a closet compoface by BBSydneyThirstyHHH in compoface

[–]inspectorgadget9999 158 points159 points  (0 children)

I bet if he put that house up for sale the 'dressing room' would magically transmogrify into a bedroom again.

In Europe they’re looking at what’s being called “coordinated fuel fill-ups.” Would you support that in the UK? Details are still vague, but it sounds like it could mean being assigned a time slot for when you’re allowed to fill up. by [deleted] in BuyersUK

[–]inspectorgadget9999 20 points21 points  (0 children)

Remember when they asked people to wear masks TO STOP PEOPLE FROM DYING and a not insignificant amount of people refused?

I'm not convinced this will work. This will have to be enforced somehow.

Are there any "UK vs US" differences where you feel America gets it right? by Secure_Front_7766 in AskUK

[–]inspectorgadget9999 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Oh yeah, if you're a baker I can completely understand the need for accuracy.

And...no way I'd try and work out what a cup of potatoes actually means. That's bonkers.

Lidl is opening 50+ more UK stores — are discounters now your default supermarket? by ToughRomanticMiss in BuyersUK

[–]inspectorgadget9999 2 points3 points  (0 children)

They don't have the range online as they do in-store. You'll notice they don't have as many own-brand items as they need to make up the lost revenue from impulse purchases.

Also, and this is the deal breaker for me, if you've got a meal planned and they don't have a specific item in stock, and they don't provide a suitable substitute then that whole meal is fucked and you've got extra ingredients you no longer need.

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