scottsdad Posted February 3 Share Posted February 3 28 minutes ago, Jacksgranda said: Got a letter this morning saying I've been selected for the list for the selection for jury service. Desperately read through the exemptions categories to find people over 70 are exempted. Trebles all round! You get free lunch if you do it though. Might be worth a punt. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jimbaxters Posted February 3 Share Posted February 3 30 minutes ago, Jacksgranda said: Got a letter this morning saying I've been selected for the list for the selection for jury service. Desperately read through the exemptions categories to find people over 70 are exempted. Trebles all round! I've never understood anyone wanting to get out of jury duty. You get fed, get expenses and time off work. Even if you're retired, it's a wee while away from Bargain Hunt. Only exception to this I can see are the self-employed but they can claim expenses too, can't they? 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jacksgranda Posted February 3 Share Posted February 3 (edited) 9 minutes ago, jimbaxters said: I've never understood anyone wanting to get out of jury duty. You get fed, get expenses and time off work. Even if you're retired, it's a wee while away from Bargain Hunt. Only exception to this I can see are the self-employed but they can claim expenses too, can't they? If my health was up to it I'd probably consider it. But having to drive to Londonderry (80 mile round trip) 5 days a week, trying to find a parking space and then having to walk - up hill - to the court house puts me off. Also I don't think my constant coughing would go down well. Getting there by bus could be an option, assuming a bus going up Bishop Street leaves from the bus station, which it probably does. Anyway, it's all moot, as I am excusable as of right. Edited February 3 by Jacksgranda 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Melanius Mullarkay Posted February 3 Share Posted February 3 50 minutes ago, Jacksgranda said: Got a letter this morning saying I've been selected for the list for the selection for jury service. Desperately read through the exemptions categories to find people over 70 are exempted. Trebles all round! 42 minutes ago, throbber said: Gary Glitter freed from prison Disgraced pop star Gary Glitter freed from prison https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-64509245 Christ that was quick. 8 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
throbber Posted February 3 Share Posted February 3 40 minutes ago, ICTChris said: I'm sure he's learned his lesson this time. I’m looking forward to his latest release 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richey Edwards Posted February 3 Share Posted February 3 1 hour ago, MazzyStar said: What does he study? Geology? Didn't ask him. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jimbaxters Posted February 3 Share Posted February 3 1 hour ago, Jacksgranda said: If my health was up to it I'd probably consider it. But having to drive to Londonderry (80 mile round trip) 5 days a week, trying to find a parking space and then having to walk - up hill - to the court house puts me off. Also I don't think my constant coughing would go down well. Getting there by bus could be an option, assuming a bus going up Bishop Street leaves from the bus station, which it probably does. Anyway, it's all moot, as I am excusable as of right. Fair enough. My point was general and not aimed at you. It's just a view I've always had, although you have demonstrated perfectly that there can be circumstances which contradict it. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bert Raccoon Posted February 3 Share Posted February 3 3 hours ago, bennett said: Thoughts and prayers. Boy, 3, in tears after opening 'dud 50p Transform-A-Snack crisps' bought by grandad Grandad Steve Perrin, from Kingstanding, said Golden Wonder mistake 'ruined' his grandson's day A grandad told how his three-year-old grandson 'burst into tears' after being 'let down' by his favourite crisp brand. Steve Perrin regularly treats little Milo to a packet of 50p Transform-A-Snacks when he collects him from nursery. But the Kingstanding resident, 48, claims Milo was left 'utterly distraught' when he opened a 'dud packet' of the beef-flavoured crisps in late January. Milo was extremely upset to find he could not build a crisp-shaped car as only wheels were inside, said Steve He added that the 'crisp car body' pieces required to make it were missing - leaving Milo unable to play with his snack. Crisp manufacturer Golden Wonder has since apologised and said it would send the pair 'a gesture of goodwill "When we got home, he was utterly distraught and inconsolable to find there were only a load of wheel crisps inside. He absolutely loves making the cars and always asks for them - he's very polite. "But when he opened the pack, he burst out crying. It took me a good while to calm him down. I couldn't go back to the shop as it was too far away and was getting very dark. Steve said the incident "ruined" Milo's day. "There was probably some kind of error at the factory - however I don't think Milo could fully understand the situation," he added. This is what I imagine the majority of folk that post on P&B look like 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arthur daley Posted February 3 Share Posted February 3 3 hours ago, throbber said: Gary Glitter freed from prison Disgraced pop star Gary Glitter freed from prison https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-64509245 He will be celebrating tonight with a 12 year old whisky. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carpetmonster Posted February 3 Share Posted February 3 3 hours ago, jimbaxters said: I've never understood anyone wanting to get out of jury duty. You get fed, get expenses and time off work. Even if you're retired, it's a wee while away from Bargain Hunt. Only exception to this I can see are the self-employed but they can claim expenses too, can't they? I think it’s to a fairly low maximum tho; certainly not what a tradesman could earn in a day. And the lunch is shitey pre-packed sandwiches; or it is at Glasgow Sheriff Court anyway. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carpetmonster Posted February 3 Share Posted February 3 4 hours ago, MazzyStar said: What does he study? Geology? 8 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
19QOS19 Posted February 3 Share Posted February 3 1 minute ago, carpetmonster said: I think it’s to a fairly low maximum tho; certainly not what a tradesman could earn in a day. And the lunch is shitey pre-packed sandwiches; or it is at Glasgow Sheriff Court anyway. The trick is to say you're prejudiced against all races. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carpetmonster Posted February 3 Share Posted February 3 1 minute ago, 19QOS19 said: The trick is to say you're prejudiced against all races. Do you have to do it under oath? I only particularly dislike the Canadians and the Welsh. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coprolite Posted February 3 Share Posted February 3 4 hours ago, bennett said: Thoughts and prayers. Boy, 3, in tears after opening 'dud 50p Transform-A-Snack crisps' bought by grandad Grandad Steve Perrin, from Kingstanding, said Golden Wonder mistake 'ruined' his grandson's day A grandad told how his three-year-old grandson 'burst into tears' after being 'let down' by his favourite crisp brand. Steve Perrin regularly treats little Milo to a packet of 50p Transform-A-Snacks when he collects him from nursery. But the Kingstanding resident, 48, claims Milo was left 'utterly distraught' when he opened a 'dud packet' of the beef-flavoured crisps in late January. Milo was extremely upset to find he could not build a crisp-shaped car as only wheels were inside, said Steve He added that the 'crisp car body' pieces required to make it were missing - leaving Milo unable to play with his snack. Crisp manufacturer Golden Wonder has since apologised and said it would send the pair 'a gesture of goodwill "When we got home, he was utterly distraught and inconsolable to find there were only a load of wheel crisps inside. He absolutely loves making the cars and always asks for them - he's very polite. "But when he opened the pack, he burst out crying. It took me a good while to calm him down. I couldn't go back to the shop as it was too far away and was getting very dark. Steve said the incident "ruined" Milo's day. "There was probably some kind of error at the factory - however I don't think Milo could fully understand the situation," he added. Fifty pee for transform a snacks! The worlds gone mad. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
19QOS19 Posted February 3 Share Posted February 3 29 minutes ago, carpetmonster said: Do you have to do it under oath? I only particularly dislike the Canadians and the Welsh. It's the Scots for me. They've ruined Scotland. 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TxRover Posted February 3 Share Posted February 3 22 hours ago, tamthebam said: Today is Groundhog Day and the wee furry bastud saw his shadow so 6 more weeks of winter are due. Incidentally this farcical rodential meteorological ceremony takes place in...... Gobbler's Knob..... Incidentally, it’s almost 4 hours from Gobblers Knob to Intercourse…some foreplay! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jimbaxters Posted February 3 Share Posted February 3 35 minutes ago, carpetmonster said: I think it’s to a fairly low maximum tho; certainly not what a tradesman could earn in a day. And the lunch is shitey pre-packed sandwiches; or it is at Glasgow Sheriff Court anyway. Ah right. I was on duty at the high court and it was a knife and fork job. That was 20 odd years ago mind you. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carpetmonster Posted February 3 Share Posted February 3 22 hours ago, tamthebam said: Today is Groundhog Day and the wee furry bastud saw his shadow so 6 more weeks of winter are due. Still a better omen than his moose-annoying counterpart https://amp.theguardian.com/world/2023/feb/02/quebec-canada-dead-groundhog-spring-undetermined 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TxRover Posted February 3 Share Posted February 3 4 minutes ago, carpetmonster said: Still a better omen than his moose-annoying counterpart https://amp.theguardian.com/world/2023/feb/02/quebec-canada-dead-groundhog-spring-undetermined Not really, we can authoritatively state Fred didn’t see his shadow! Early spring!!! 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tamthebam Posted February 3 Share Posted February 3 6 hours ago, bennett said: Thoughts and prayers. Boy, 3, in tears after opening 'dud 50p Transform-A-Snack crisps' bought by grandad Grandad Steve Perrin, from Kingstanding, said Golden Wonder mistake 'ruined' his grandson's day A grandad told how his three-year-old grandson 'burst into tears' after being 'let down' by his favourite crisp brand. Steve Perrin regularly treats little Milo to a packet of 50p Transform-A-Snacks when he collects him from nursery. But the Kingstanding resident, 48, claims Milo was left 'utterly distraught' when he opened a 'dud packet' of the beef-flavoured crisps in late January. Milo was extremely upset to find he could not build a crisp-shaped car as only wheels were inside, said Steve He added that the 'crisp car body' pieces required to make it were missing - leaving Milo unable to play with his snack. Crisp manufacturer Golden Wonder has since apologised and said it would send the pair 'a gesture of goodwill "When we got home, he was utterly distraught and inconsolable to find there were only a load of wheel crisps inside. He absolutely loves making the cars and always asks for them - he's very polite. "But when he opened the pack, he burst out crying. It took me a good while to calm him down. I couldn't go back to the shop as it was too far away and was getting very dark. Steve said the incident "ruined" Milo's day. "There was probably some kind of error at the factory - however I don't think Milo could fully understand the situation," he added. I wonder if that guy's ma ever met Giant Haystacks? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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