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Delayed Deposit of UK Gov. Pension to Wise Account
Thank for the response Hotandsticky. I contacted UK Gov pensions by phone when my January payment did not arrive at the usual time. They told me that they prepare payments around10 days prior to deposit date so maybe the money is being moved around by Citbank prior to deposit with Wise. Everything was running smoothly, for all pension payments, until the start of 2025 since when the UK gov pension is no longer arriving 'on time'. -
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Delayed Deposit of UK Gov. Pension to Wise Account
DWP only use Citibank for payments to foreign banks, not to UK accounts.- 1
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Bangkok's New Bus Shelters Spark Controversy Over Design
UPDATE: Bangkok's New Bus Stops Stir Up Storm Over Cost and Design Picture courtesy of bangkokbiznews Bangkok Governor Chadchart Sittipunt is standing firm against criticism over the design and pricing of new bus shelters planned for the city. The initiative aims to replace around 3,000 bus stops, addressing the need for more permanent structures. Currently, out of Bangkok's 5,601 bus stops, only 2,520 have roofs. Many stops are just signposts, leaving city-goers exposed. To resolve this, the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) plans to upgrade them, but not without controversy about the project’s cost. The 58-year-old governor pointed out that constructing these shelters involves complex work. This includes nighttime removal of pavement, relocation of underground utilities, and reconnection of cables—all in line with standard government rates. This complexity has dissuaded many from bidding on the project. Chadchart challenged skeptics, inviting bids from those who can do the work for 60,000 to 70,000 baht (roughly US$1,770 to $2,070). The plans involve two shelter types: Type M shelters (2.3m x 3m) cost about 230,000 baht (US$6,790) and have three seats, while Type L shelters (2.3m x 6m) cost 320,000 baht (US$9,450) and seat six. Developed with Navamindradhiraj University’s City Lab, these designs are intentionally open, which has raised eyebrows about their effectiveness against elements like sun and rain. Despite criticisms likening the open shelters to chocolate fireguards, the governor reiterates their necessity and compliance with procurement regulations, urging transparency in the process. -- 2025-02-10
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