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Council Tax Bills to Increase by Over £100 in April Amid Cap Freeze
1. Foreign Aid: We discussed this issue in detail in another thread. Clearly I didn't convince you to change your opinion. I haven't changed mine. There is little point rehashing the same argument. Suffice to say, I think that the foreign aid budget is affordable. 2. Public sector pensions: If these are now unaffordable, then the fault lies with the actuaries and/or previous governments and not the current administration. If pension rights are amended for the worse then we risk losing doctors, nurses, teachers, etc. 3. Net zero: Can we afford to do nothing? 4. Labour government: Labour has been in power for < 6 months and their first budget is less than a month old (!!), so it is far too early to tell what effect Labour's policies will have on the economy: I'm not sure whether you fall into this category, but I find it laughable that some posters who already claim that this Labour government is an economic disaster, also suggest that it is too early to pass judgement on Brexit 8 years after the referendum and nearly 5 years after we formally left the bloc. 5. NHS: I agree that the NHS needs reforming. We are having yet another review. I'm skeptical whether this review will have any more success in improving matters than previous ones. At least collectively, those in authority in the NHS now refrain from suggesting that the NHS is the 'envy of the world'. Unfortunately, that hasn't been the case for decades. 6. Debt: The UK national debt at the end of the 23/24 tax year was 97.8% of GDP. It is forecast to reduce to 97% by the end of 25/26. High by traditional standards, but unaffordable? Not unless there is a marked decrease in government revenue and/or an upward movement in interest rates. 7a: Illegal immigrants: Agreed. The government should do all that it can to stop their arrival. 7b: Low skilled legal immigration: Yet another Brexit 'benefit'. Under EU freedom of movement, cyclical and seasonal jobs e.g. those in the agricultural and hospitality sector were often filled by transient workers from the EU. In effect, the market naturally found its' equilibrium. Post-Brexit the number of transient workers from the EU reduced significantly leading to a shortage of labour. This has been 'solved' by importing labour from further afield. To change this situation, native-born workers will need to fill these posts. The previous Tory governments failed to convince these individuals to do so. By all means, let working people keep more of their money, however, Hunt's 2% cut in NI contributions cost the Exchequer £10bn. Anything but 'peanuts'. There was no economic justification for this cut in rates at the time. It was nothing but an attempt at bribery which ultimately proved to be unsuccessful. Labour was dishonest with its' election promises and has been very 'economical with the truth' since taking office. However, in 4 or 5 years time, it will be judged on the success of its' policies. It is far too soon to declare it a one-term government. -
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Thai gov. to tax (remitted) income from abroad for tax residents starting 2024 - Part II
Yes, my recollection is that all the debates were about the state pension versus the exchange rate and whether or not folks were going to be able to afford to stay or not. People seem to have had less money back then, the 800k was a bigger barrier than it is today. -
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Notarization services for real estate sale at US Embassy
Actually, I discovered that there are numerous online notaries now that are accepted in most states in the US including Florida. You do a video conference with a notary, upload your identification papers, fill in the forms online, and you'll get the documents returned in a pdf via email with the notarization seal. The going rate seems to be $25 for the first seal, $10 each for any others and $10 or $15 per witness when needed. A real estate attorney might also be able to provide the same service in case you're using one. The embassy, by the way, is practically useless. You need a month lead time, $50 per seal, you've got to find your own witnesses and they each have to have their own appointments. Thanks US government. -
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Freak vs. Starfish: Who Brings More To The Bed?
Freak gets my vote. Plenty of videos to prove but can’t post on this site. Starfish a complete waste of time. -
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Son Murders Disabled Father in Ratchaburi
Maybe the son got sick of all the complaining and entitlement? -
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French Tourist Warned for Riding Electric Scooter on Koh Phangan Roads
I doubt very much that a 'Thai citizen' would even consider buying an electric unicycle. Totally impractical and nowhere to hang the amulet. -
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Son Murders Disabled Father in Ratchaburi
😂 It´s a little bit late for that. I think it has much to to with setting boundaries and teaching the right ways to behave and respect other people. So, just maybe, I will be lucky. -
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BREAKING NEWS Biden lifts restrictions on Ukraine using US weapons to strike deep inside Russia.
Nice guilt by association attempt. Didn't work but nice try. I don't know if you're russian but you're a troll for sure.
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