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B in B .... You are mistaken at minima for The Netherlands (see this link, 2nd paragraph down) https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/netherlands/entry-requirements Any person from the UK can travel throughout The Netherlands whilst respecting the safe distancing etc. And as the post was mainly focused at France, why do you bring NL and Cyprus in the discussion, you could have mentioned China too .... ..... Start your own post and please, do not confuse people here. I am just very annoyed at posters who do not check facts !

[quote user="NickP"]Have I got this wrong, I've always had the impression Eric was a French citizen ?? although living in the UK. Forgive me if I'm wrong, I often am. ??[/quote] This is correct NickP and as stated above, the EU borders (when they reopen) will also be valid for GB travellers (who will be required to isolate for 14 days .... in a place of their choice)

Yes mint, I recall the info. Thanks for those who add their geographical locations (to within a few kilometres). It just feel good to see where people are .... imo

Dear Sc...ing PaulT. We are all well aware of the government recommendations and safe distance reunions. If it's ok for Dom Cummings, it will be ok for us ! As for the reopening of EU borders ..... UK is still following EU rules at least until end of December 2020. If France and other EU countries open their borders by 15th June as mentioned, all will be well with French border controls in Dover. If the date of 15th June becomes late June or early July, read above.

Many thanks Idun. I have the same App for flight tracking, never thought it would exists for maritime traffic .... Pride of York Still berthed at 18h15 UK time. Will check later on. I did read somewhere that P&O were concentrating on freight transportation but to Zeebrugge and back ? I don't know. I might call the Port of Hull tomorrow to ask the question. Anyway, at this moment in time, my wife would prefer we went via EuroTunnel and this would be later on than previously booked (with a stopover at the children in Welwyn Garden).

Bugger Idun, I didn't know that !! People can be so shallow, good job the post was removed but how did that person get your details? I understand your reluctance to post more info but your exceptional circumstances shouldn't be the rule. Didn't know you had moved back "locally" to North East (or didn't read the post announcing the event) ..... I could (only vaguely and again could be wrong ...) remember that you lived in the Alps. I hope you are happy where you are.

Thank you Wooly. Pending other members to reply.

Yes Norman. I remember looking at very old posts and reading she was from around Laguepie. Strange actually as every time I come across an English woman in Laguepie, I wonder if that is Cerise .... And you Norman, where are you hiding ?

We have all learned that P&O appear to be in a bad shape due to passengers being locked at home. We booked our Hull-Zeebrugge crossing in January (crossing on 18th June). I have contacted P&O via Email (all their telesales people have been furloughed and phone lines no longer manned ....) who advised me the crossing on that day was still going ahead and when queried about the fact that their Website wasn't selling crossing for that same specific day, they replied stating that existing bookings would be honoured but they aren't taking any new bookings. A week ago, my wife wrote an Email to P&O enquiring about purchasing a ticket for that crossing of the 18th June. P&O's reply a good week later was that Hull-Zeebrugge route was not operating for the moment. Strange they appear to be giving such different answers. Your thoughts ? Are P&O o n their way out ??

As many members do not have their geographical locations shown in their profile, I am always guessing where the posting "person" is located. Would it be too much asking for people to update their profile or is this a privacy decision ? If you agree to my post, let's get this thread going by mentioning the French village that is closest to us. When in France ours is Laguepie 82250.

We met Graham about 9 years ago when he dropped leaflets for his business in our street. I called him straight away and he has since boarded/skimmed plastered 2 ceilings and a wall for us in England and the whole loft conversion/extension in our house in France (he can also work with the French Lutece which in itself is a good thing). In March this year he (well .... I helped him) finished to make good our kitchen walls and ceiling (in between the poutres). Graham is looking for work in France so if any of you good people have a project on your mind, get in touch. To make it worthwhile, it would be better if projects could be grouped in the same period of time. Thanks for reading.

Hi Chessie. Waiting for your PM, it would be a pleasure. Do include your private number too if that's ok, for feedback and further questions if needed. Many thanks.

As your french isn't that good, give me the number of your Citroen place and I will call them to ask the question and likely costs. Give it openly or via Private Message. Also give me your Xantia full specification. We'll get there don't worry.

Chessie, have you contacted the car key specialist contact given by Nomoss ? A long drive away and likely a hefty bill but you are assured of success. Also just spoke to a friendly locksmith in Villeneuve-sur-Lot (Google search in french "Serrurier voiture department 47". His name Philippe AMADIEU). He recommends that you contact Citroen who will be able to help as long as you have the car's Carte Grise. If the car is UK registered, you will need to call a Citroen garage in the UK quoting the details of your V5c document.

I have just asked for advice on a Citroen Forum I belong to. Let see what they come up with.

Do we know the outcome of this problem?

My wife made bread as per this Canadian recipe at the weekend. I have always been dubious about home bread making having only had the result of the standard top-bench bread maker ...... This time, the result was most impressive !! Overall texture, crust, taste ..... I am bowled over. https://youtu.be/NkpEueQA4iQ

@Idun. Next time you have fresh yeast, keep it alive by feeding it. This can be done for a long time. See link below. https://nicrunicuit.com/faire/fermenter/comment-entretenir-le-levain-chef-pour-le-garder-longtemps/

@swimintheriver. Very useful comments but the post dates back to 2008 .... Welcome to the Forum.

It's alreet yee kna.

Why yee ask like ? ..... I wouldn't recommend them if a) I didn't know them and b) didn't respect the work they do. Ask to speak to Marcel and tell him you are being sent by Eric.

I just happen to know a good Solicitor/Notaire in Newcastle Upon Tyne who is qualified in both systems and currently deals with Brits buying/selling in France. Try Anglo French Law http://www.anglofrenchlaw.co.uk/

I just happen to know a Solicitor/Notaire in Newcastle Upon Tyne who is qualified in both systems and currently deals with Brits buying/selling in France. Try Anglo French Law http://www.anglofrenchlaw.co.uk/

Having used the Karsher on some very dirty old stones, I am questioning the need for any Javel like product. Would the pressurised water not be sufficient?

I'm having to set my pop-ins preferences every time I log on ...... annoying ..... very annoying.