5-element Posted November 16, 2008 Share Posted November 16, 2008 [quote user="NormanH"]I don't hate anybody.I resent certain types.[/quote]E121 holders come in all kinds of shapes and sizes. You might even like some of them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bugsy Posted November 16, 2008 Share Posted November 16, 2008 [quote user="NormanH"]I don't hate anybody.I resent certain types.[/quote]"Resentment is like taking poison and waiting for the other person to die"Something to ponder, don't you think..................... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
powerdesal Posted November 17, 2008 Share Posted November 17, 2008 [quote user="NormanH"]There is nothing new in the present exchange rate.It is more or less the same as when I came here.There has been a atypical period in which the pound has been ridiculously over-valued.In any case it makes no difference to people who live and work in France, only to those who depend on UK pensions or savings.Perhaps it will be the opportunity to have a good clear out.[/quote] Surely those who depend on UK pensions or savings are bringing money into France and spending it there, hence making a net contribution to the French economy, do you want that contribution to end? If so, why? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PaulT Posted November 17, 2008 Share Posted November 17, 2008 [quote user="powerdesal"][quote user="NormanH"]There is nothing new in the present exchange rate.It is more or less the same as when I came here.There has been a atypical period in which the pound has been ridiculously over-valued.In any case it makes no difference to people who live and work in France, only to those who depend on UK pensions or savings.Perhaps it will be the opportunity to have a good clear out.[/quote] Surely those who depend on UK pensions or savings are bringing money into France and spending it there, hence making a net contribution to the French economy, do you want that contribution to end? If so, why?[/quote]To amplify, my understanding was that in some places newcomers are welcomed with open arms as it kept communities viable and all that goes with it - shops, tradespeople etc. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
parsnips Posted November 17, 2008 Share Posted November 17, 2008 [quote user="NormanH"]There is nothing new in the present exchange rate.It is more or less the same as when I came here.There has been a atypical period in which the pound has been ridiculously over-valued.In any case it makes no difference to people who live and work in France, only to those who depend on UK pensions or savings.Perhaps it will be the opportunity to have a good clear out.[/quote] Hi, I think NormanH is being deliberately provocative to have a bit of a laugh at those who react strongly to his post. The best way to deal with this sort of humour, if it upsets you , is to ignore it .Personnally as a p**s-taker myself it doesn't bother me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bugsy Posted November 17, 2008 Share Posted November 17, 2008 [quote user="parsnips"] I think NormanH is being deliberately provocative to have a bit of a laugh at those who react strongly to his post. The best way to deal with this sort of humour, if it upsets you , is to ignore it .Personnally as a p**s-taker myself it doesn't bother me.[/quote]Bit of a naive comment Parsnips. I also enjoy a bit of a windup like most people. The muppet concerned is not in that game whatsoever. The comments he posted to the two threads genuinely seeking advice (since removed) were both rude, upsetting to the OP and personal.There is a line, and he crossed it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quillan Posted November 17, 2008 Share Posted November 17, 2008 [quote user="powerdesal"][quote user="NormanH"]There is nothing new in the present exchange rate.It is more or less the same as when I came here.There has been a atypical period in which the pound has been ridiculously over-valued.In any case it makes no difference to people who live and work in France, only to those who depend on UK pensions or savings.Perhaps it will be the opportunity to have a good clear out.[/quote]Surely those who depend on UK pensions or savings are bringing money into France and spending it there, hence making a net contribution to the French economy, do you want that contribution to end? If so, why?[/quote]Not to mention all the French working in the UK who will be sending money home or bringing it with them when they return. here are many ways that the Brits contribute to the French economy both directly and indirectly. What about all these old derelict houses the Brits buy, renovate and then pay Tax Froncier and Habitation on. Puts money in both the national and local economy. As the Mayor of Limoux said when he reopened the car park which was once just mud and now is tarmaced and landscaped "If it were not for the British moving here and contributing to the local economy we couldn't have afforded to do it".Anyway in keeping with the original post I am pleased to see the exchange rate gradually creeping back up again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WJT Posted November 17, 2008 Share Posted November 17, 2008 It is a very sad day for me at least to be a little relieved to see it at 1.18 but after Osbourn's comments over the weekend I thought it would plummet even more. It is certainly causing us to have a rethink on everything at the moment. [:(] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frederick Posted November 17, 2008 Share Posted November 17, 2008 " From now on the pound abroad is worth 14% or so less in terms of other curriencies .It does not mean of course that the pound in your pocket...or purse...or in your bank has been devalued ......This will enable Britain to break out from the straight jacket of boom and bust economics ".......The words of the Prime Minister...19th November 1967....Harold Wilson ..I remember being worried in case I was searched at the airport when I went on holiday in case I had more than fifty quid on me and was arrested for smuggeling out currency.......The good old days ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bugsy Posted November 18, 2008 Share Posted November 18, 2008 1.1922 now............................keep talking positive guys [:D][:D][:D] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quillan Posted November 18, 2008 Share Posted November 18, 2008 I have been watching over the last couple of ours, its gone down a bit then started back up again and now 1.1903.If anyone is interested in a 'live' chart resonably sized you might like to try THIS you can change the time period or set custom dates and times for historical data. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tawny owl Posted November 18, 2008 Share Posted November 18, 2008 We have found we always get the best rate from "Thomas Exchange".Post edited by the moderators. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Babbles Posted November 18, 2008 Share Posted November 18, 2008 Q, thats a really handy chart for someone like me who needs it put very simply[:D] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quillan Posted November 19, 2008 Share Posted November 19, 2008 I like simple and big [:D] , the best think is that if you watch it about every 5 minutes it updates automatically. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnRoss Posted November 19, 2008 Author Share Posted November 19, 2008 Thanks to all for the input I am glad we did it when we did!.......................JR Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AnOther Posted November 19, 2008 Share Posted November 19, 2008 I prefer the HiFx Chart which is not only highly customisable but can be detached and resized and, if you use Desk Pins , kept uppermost on screen whatever else you're doing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnRoss Posted November 20, 2008 Author Share Posted November 20, 2008 I note that Siddalls, in their news letter, predict a rise above 1.3 and mention that some economists predict 1.5 within 6 months. Mind you they did say it would not go below 1.2..................................JRPS XE.com showing 1.00 GBP = 1.18314 EUR at the time of writing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bugsy Posted November 20, 2008 Share Posted November 20, 2008 [quote user="ErnieY"]I prefer the HiFx Chart which is not only highly customisable but can be detached and resized and, if you use Desk Pins , kept uppermost on screen whatever else you're doing.[/quote]I didn't know that Ernie thanks. I now have it detached. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AnOther Posted November 20, 2008 Share Posted November 20, 2008 Mon plaisir Gary, you're still a cheap tart though [:D] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bugsy Posted November 28, 2008 Share Posted November 28, 2008 If anyone hasn't noticed the rate has just hit 1.21.............................[:D][:D] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scooby Posted November 28, 2008 Share Posted November 28, 2008 Flippin typical - we just transferred some money at less than 1.21. Next time we plan to transfer I'll post - then people will know the rate is bound to improve in a few days!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Babbles Posted November 28, 2008 Share Posted November 28, 2008 I never thought I'd see the day when 1.21 raises a cheer but hey ho, I did today[:D] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jako Posted November 28, 2008 Share Posted November 28, 2008 Just a dead cat bounce. Inflation in the Euro zone has dropped fast and this triggered speculation on a big (BoE style) interest rate cut by the ECB. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave&Olive Posted November 28, 2008 Share Posted November 28, 2008 hi ok If anyone hasn't noticed the price of " Gazoil " is €0 .96, today in hyper champion bressuire Dave [:D] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AnOther Posted November 28, 2008 Share Posted November 28, 2008 I've been watching BB and I, or rather we that is, have come to a decision that, for better or worse, we're going to transfer a major chunk of our liquid money over immediately and dump it into our recently opened CA Livret A accounts on which they are promising 5% net from Jan 09.I'm afraid we have a somewhat less optimistic view of what the next couple of years hold for the value of Sterling than darling Darling but only time will tell if we've made the right choice.We do still have the comfort blanket of my UK salary to fall back on if it goes the wrong way, does that make it a hedge fund I wonder [blink]Wish us luck [:)] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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