Monday 26 December 2011
Sunday 18 December 2011
Open a Padlock with an Aluminum Can [Video]
Open a Padlock with an Aluminum Can [Video]:
Most us who've had school lockers or rental storage units know that lots of people trust inexpensive padlocks to secure their belongings. Tactical studies weblog ITS Tactical proves that this trust is a false sense of security by opening the two most popular type of padlocks with shims cut from an aluminum soda can. More »
Most us who've had school lockers or rental storage units know that lots of people trust inexpensive padlocks to secure their belongings. Tactical studies weblog ITS Tactical proves that this trust is a false sense of security by opening the two most popular type of padlocks with shims cut from an aluminum soda can. More »
Sunday 11 December 2011
Saturday 10 December 2011
Complaints against big six energy firms soar by 26% as anger grows at bill hikes
Complaints against big six energy firms soar by 26% as anger grows at bill hikes:
| 'Energy companies have repeatedly said they want to rebuild consumer trust. Good customer service and complaints handling are key ingredients to building consumer trust but suppliers still have a long way to go.' The data is based on complaints that ... See all stories on this topic » |  Daily Mail |
Wednesday 7 December 2011
New Year booking
The New Year is almost here, don't leave dinner reservations to the last minute. Lle Hari is filling up fast. Still a few tables left for a leisurely dinner, live music and lanterns. Call 01492 642111 to book.
Saturday 3 December 2011
Extortion alive and well at G. Lloyd & Sons equipment hire in Abergele
Extortion (also called shakedown, outwresting, and exaction) is a criminal offence which occurs when a person unlawfully obtains either money, property or services from a person(s), entity, or institution, through coercion. Refraining from doing harm is sometimes euphemistically called protection. Extortion is commonly practiced by organized crime groups. The actual obtainment of money or property is not required to commit the offense. Making a threat of violence which refers to a requirement of a payment of money or property to halt future violence is sufficient to commit the offense. Exaction refers not only to extortion or the unlawful demanding and obtaining of something through force,[1] but additionally, in its formal definition, means the infliction of something such as pain and suffering or making somebody endure something unpleasant.[2]
We hired a large digger from G. Lloyd & Sons for a weekend project last month. The mates, Chris, rates were £350/week plus £70 delivery. We agreed on the terms and planned to have the digger arrive Friday. G. Lloyd & Sons then asked if they could deliver the machine on Thursday.
After completing our project we agreed to have the machine picked up on Wednesday. On Wednesday we were informed the the rate would be £550 cash for the hire or if we wanted an invoice it would have VAT as well.
We cut a check for £550 written to G. Lloyd & Sons. Whereupon Chris asked the check to be written to C. Lloyd & Sons and wanted to know our address for the invoice which now read £650. Not wanting an invoice or another rate hike we refused to rewrite the check. Whereupon Chris said he would send the debt collectors here, pointed at Mary and the Hotel and said "You better watch out!" as he drove off.
Not accustom to extortion first hand I related the aforementioned incident to the local police who made a note of the events and offered a rapid intervention should the supplier act problematic in the future.
I'm surprised people can run a business and treat customers with such appalling behavior.
If you would like threats of physical violence against your family, your home and your business then call G. Lloyd & Sons today and ask to speak to Chris.
A sad but true tale from North Wales
We hired a large digger from G. Lloyd & Sons for a weekend project last month. The mates, Chris, rates were £350/week plus £70 delivery. We agreed on the terms and planned to have the digger arrive Friday. G. Lloyd & Sons then asked if they could deliver the machine on Thursday.
After completing our project we agreed to have the machine picked up on Wednesday. On Wednesday we were informed the the rate would be £550 cash for the hire or if we wanted an invoice it would have VAT as well.
We cut a check for £550 written to G. Lloyd & Sons. Whereupon Chris asked the check to be written to C. Lloyd & Sons and wanted to know our address for the invoice which now read £650. Not wanting an invoice or another rate hike we refused to rewrite the check. Whereupon Chris said he would send the debt collectors here, pointed at Mary and the Hotel and said "You better watch out!" as he drove off.
Not accustom to extortion first hand I related the aforementioned incident to the local police who made a note of the events and offered a rapid intervention should the supplier act problematic in the future.
I'm surprised people can run a business and treat customers with such appalling behavior.
If you would like threats of physical violence against your family, your home and your business then call G. Lloyd & Sons today and ask to speak to Chris.
A sad but true tale from North Wales
Friday 2 December 2011
How to Choose the Right Mattress [Health]
How to Choose the Right Mattress [Health]:
A while ago we explained how important it is to spend your money where you spend your time, and considering we spend at least a third of our lives asleep or in bed, skimping on your mattress or sleeping surface can be detrimental to your health. At the same time, not everyone has the budget for the top of the line, state of the art mattress. We asked some chiropractors and orthopedists what they suggest you look for when shopping for a mattress. Here's what they said. More »
A while ago we explained how important it is to spend your money where you spend your time, and considering we spend at least a third of our lives asleep or in bed, skimping on your mattress or sleeping surface can be detrimental to your health. At the same time, not everyone has the budget for the top of the line, state of the art mattress. We asked some chiropractors and orthopedists what they suggest you look for when shopping for a mattress. Here's what they said. More »
Simple energy tariffs find favour
Simple energy tariffs find favour:
| "With widespread anger about price hikes and bad customer service, a much bigger shake-up is needed to guarantee that fair and affordable energy is available to all," Which? said. "Without more radical changes than those Ofgem is proposing, ... See all stories on this topic » |  BBC News |
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