[Buying a dog-star system]

We may well do ( have done previously). At the moment purely researching.we are still a bit raw.

[Buying a dog-star system]

Having lost our little dog this year we are researching the possibility of buying another. Alongside the mothers name there are stars ranging from1 to 6 stars(on the web ad we have seen). Does anyone know what they signify? Am I right to assume it is something to do with the pedigree?

[New SES Satellite ASTRA 1N Operational]

If it is now operational, have any channels migrated?

[Debenhams UK - on-line ordering ?]

Had no problems back in July. I used a British card with French address. Just checked my details which remain correct. I will try and remember if I had to do anything special with the postcode-which has proved troublesome elsewhere in the past.

[Readers Digest Complete Guide to Needlework]

Thanks for speedy reply.Yes this is the section,the top right of page 119, and top left of page 120 are the relevant parts. If you are able to post or email, we would be most grateful. I will of course pay any costs involved.

[Readers Digest Complete Guide to Needlework]

Does anyone have a copy of this book?

My wife's copy had part of pages 119/120 missing when bought.Now needs the section!

[White goods - dishwashers and fridges]

Bought a Haier dishwasher 2 years ago. Totally problem free,washes well, and is extremely quiet.

[Conservative Party Conference]

Don't know, but it seems now they are in coalition the party have abandoned the name Conservative from the backdrop, and removed the green tree because of the proposed changes to the planning laws.

[Quite possibly the most embarrassing interview of a trader - EVER]

Here is the article I read:

www.thefirstpost.co.uk/85153,people,news,alessio-rastani-im-an-attention-seeker-not-a-hoaxer?DCMP=NLC-daily.

Hope the link works.

[Quite possibly the most embarrassing interview of a trader - EVER]

According to the First Post, he describes himself not as a hoaxer, but an attention seeker. He has never been authorised by the FSA or worked for a city institution.

[Reel history of Britain]

It may be worth looking again at Frederick's posting under "Bringing Back Memories" under Other Topics. There is an amazing collection of newsreels to be seen. Just viewed a newsreel featuring the Humphrey Lyttleton Band at his club(now the 100 Club). The jivers seem very innocent! Try typing the name of your home town or interest. Absolutely fascinating!

[CA Charging for Statements Now?]

Yes. However I have today received an email from CA with the new tariff. It says:

Releve mensuel-gratuit.

Releve au -dela d'un par mois(par quinzaine,decadaire,journalier-0.84 per releve.

[CA Charging for Statements Now?]

Have had statements on line from CA for the past 2 year with no problems

[Rugby World Cup]

Rather than copy the strip it would perhaps be better if they aspired to play like the all blacks.

[Steak equivalent]

I recently came across an ad from British Corner Shop which seemed to indicate that they would send British beef etc to France. I placed an order and I must say that all the beef, gammon, bacon etc were superb. Whilst the beef is in fact French it had been hung to mature and develop flavour and butchered in the UK way. It is browner than a classic Trench beef roast, They do fillets, rump topside etc.|I have not tasted gammon like it since the 60's. The bacon,traditionally dry cured and not pumped with water or brine. It arrived vacuum packed with ice packs in the box.

[Foncieres - paying monthly?]

I prefer monthly payments-I regard the impots as PAYE.

[new spec saver type shop]

Thanks for your original posting.I have today collected my new progressifs and sun glasses from Generale d'optique at Rochefort. 7 days from start to finish.Very professional and more importantly I can see so well. I have had progressifs and bi-focals, but always had to use a very old pair of specs to see the computer. With anti glare etc I had to pay 108€ on top of the mutual. I had not realised until I checked up following your posting, they have been there 5 years!

[CHAPATIES!! (is that how its spelt??)]

When do you need them If it's a week or so try www.curryfrenzy.com. They supply Chapati flour. Great products at a very reasonable price, and postage is only £3 to France.

[HIFX changes]

Looks good.Was account opening easy? I see that they ring you back rather than complete on line.

[Murdoch Empire's new low]

Perhaps the right time to re-visit "Our friends in the North"

[Why have I received a thread not subscribed to?]

Good. Just seems strange they have managed to get my email address. Anyone else affected?

[Why have I received a thread not subscribed to?]

I have today received an email from the forum headed On Line shopping in China, Only 1 thread posted.Why has this come direct to my email box?

I nw see a similar posting on online shopping in France.

[HIFX changes]

My immediate reaction also.I suppose it would be interesting in obtaining daily quotes for say "2K" and then from the date of the new system seeing what difference it makes allowing for the £9 fee.

[HIFX changes]

I see from 1August HIFX will transfer on line amounts from £50 to £300,000. Amounts below £3000 will be given better rates but a fee of £9 will be levied. Regular transfers are not affected.

[Channel 4 HD Freesat-Distortion]

Thanks for that - I think I will leave for the moment. The quality of the picture is excellent, no break up, just that the movements are a little deliberate.