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Rachel Reeves

This woman misled the Commons in her budget speech, by yet again creating a non-existent blackhole in the public purse, satisfying her backbenchers demand to scrap the 2 child cap.Kemi Badenoch produced her finest hour yet as leader of the opposition by giving her a right royal roasting in front of a packed commons and huge TV audience.Fighting against sleep I managed to watch the chancellor's waffling replies to the probing questions given her this morning, first by SKY's Trevor Phillips, followed by BBC's Laura Kuenssberg. Neither presenter was fooled by her mendacious waffling.Rachel from Accounts and her equally deceitful boss, Never Here Keir are both living on borrowed time.

Denis I. Fox ● 1d43 Comments ● 4h

Removing the cap on Child Benefit - a good way to reduce child poverty?

This is now very much on the political agenda. It was in in the LibDem and SNP 2024 manifestos but not in the Labour Party Manifesto. Labour  instead promised to develop an "ambitious strategy to reduce child poverty".

Sam Hearn ● 15d67 Comments ● 5h

Door Keys Found

In the high road, handed them in to the Estate Agent next to West 4 Kebabs.

Dave Dodds ● 9h0 Comments ● 9h

Hammersmith flyover tunnel!

Interesting to see it being discussed in the Local Plan, how about getting a bridge sorted first? Its like learning English without A,B,C’s!

John Bird ● 52d133 Comments ● 17h

Plea for person who left kittens at Grove Park vet to help the mummy cat

I am writing this on behalf of Protected Paws charity, for whom i am fostering."To the gentleman who left four kittens at Grove Park vet in Chiswick.We want you to know that we're not here to judge. You chose a vet practice rather than leaving them on the street, and that tells us that you care. These kittens are well socialised and clearly came from a loving home. We would like to offer free neutering for their mother - no questions asked. You don't need to explain your situation. Our only goal is to prevent this from happening again and to ensure their mum is healthy and safe. If you feel unable to keep her, we are also willing to take her into our care. Whatever you decide, please reach out. We promise compassion, understanding and complete confidentiality."Please come via the vet, via the charity themselves or via this message.  They really are a wonderful charity with real compassion.

WENDY SUZANNE VALVONA ● 1d0 Comments ● 1d

Noah Arc Bespoke Joinery

Has anyone used the services of Noah Arc Bespoke Joinery? If so I would like to hear from you.Would you recommend this company?

Jean F Fernandez ● 1d0 Comments ● 1d

Sweary councillors parking in disabled bays

It looks like the next leader of Hounslow Council is likely to be John Terry!

Francis Rowe ● 3d1 Comments ● 1d

Dead mice and birds in loft

An electrician working in the loft of our flats (accessible only by ladder) told me that there are a number of dead mice and bird/s in our loft. What are rules or procedures for collecting and disposing of? Thanks for any advice

Chris Smith ● 4d1 Comments ● 1d

Farewell Sir Tom Stoppard

The death of Tom Stoppard has been announced. A self confessed conservative with a small "c" he always championed the individual against the state. He loathed communism and indeed all authoritarian regimes. Coming to Britain at a young refugee he fully absorbed the British respect for free thinking and tolerance of others opinions. A reminder if we needed one, of how our intellectual life is enhanced by the contributions of "outsiders".

Sam Hearn ● 2d1 Comments ● 1d

Leather chair Repair

Any Recommendations please

John Kennedy ● 3d1 Comments ● 2d

Free Honest Burgers

Honest Burgers on Chiswick High Road will be giving away 100 burgers and chips from 11am next Wednesday. Don't ask me why.

Anita Blake ● 3d3 Comments ● 2d

Stitching Room need your help :)

As the holiday season approaches, we often find ourselves wrapped up in the joy of giving, purchasing gifts and enjoying warm drinks. However, I want to take a moment to reflect on those who are in desperate need of our support, like Maisie.Maisie is a brave girl who faces a challenging battle for her life. In her country, she cannot access the surgery she desperately needs and must raise £50,000 to make it a reality. It's easy to overlook the struggles of others, but this holiday season, we have the power to make a difference.Instead of spending money on that extra cup of coffee or another gift, why not consider donating even a small amount? Every pound counts and can help bring Maisie one step closer to the surgery that could save her life.Let's come together and show that kindness and compassion truly matter. Remember, what we give often comes back to us in unexpected ways.This Christmas, let's make a meaningful impact and give the gift of hope to Maisie.You can contribute to her cause and learn more about her journey at Maisie's Mission to Live.Thank you for your generosity and for helping spread the word. Let's make this holiday season one of giving and hope!Please read Maisie Story below.Thank Youhttps://www.maisiesmissiontolive.co.uk/https://www.gofundme.com/f/maisies-fight-for-life?attribution_id=sl:710e20c6-647b-4bfe-bad9-2dab88477726&lang=en_GB&ts=1754832977&utm_campaign=fp_sharesheet&utm_content=amp13_c&utm_medium=customer&utm_source=copy_link

Sylwia Wojciechowska ● 2d0 Comments ● 2d

Ukraine

Former MP Andrew Bridgen - The brave Ukranian secret operative who blew the whistle on child trafficking from Ukraine to UK - has been killed in a car bomb and a second operative injured in a seperate attack. See -rumble.com/v6ie751-Ukranian-secret-serviceman-who-exposed-corruption-killed-in-car-bombSee more from former MP  Andrew Bridgen on twitterx.com     @ABridgen

Anna Kirkpatrick ● 287d79 Comments ● 2d

Chiswick Creatives Christmas Pop Up - this weekend

Hi, I am a member of Chiswick Creatives. We are a group of local artisans who get together every month. We have been putting on a Christmas market every year since 2019 (bar 2020!) in St Michael and All Angels church parish hall (upstairs at the side) at this time of year. We will be there again this weekend, from 6.30pm tomorrow (28th November)until 8.30pm. Then also on Saturday 29th 10-5.30pm, and Sunday 30th 11.30-4pm. Please do come along to support us. We will have 15 wonderful makers and designers with us, all selling beautiful handmade gifts. Dogs are very welcome as well as children - who may be happy to meet local children's book illustrator (Maximus the Mouse, Frederick the Fox) Lisa Read. If you come on Friday night you will be welcomed with a glass of fizz.

Angela Weyers ● 4d1 Comments ● 2d

EV & hybrid cars new additional tax

Following on from the budget, I'm wondering where I stand with my plug in hybrid. Currently I pay ''road tax'' but the talk is of charging plain EV drivers a sum per mile. Assuming the bill will be worked out at the MOT stage, I'll be charged for some miles that I drove via petrol which they will assume were electric battery miles. Anyone know (especially the plums at the treasury) how they propose to do the charging as I and others could still be paying the road tax as its primarily a petrol driven motor with c.30 miles on a charge?

Peter King ● 5d8 Comments ● 2d

Turnham Green Tube

Does anyone know what exactly happened this morning to shut down Turnham Green tube and bring multiple ambulances, fire trucks, and police cars to the station? `I asked a police officer and he said there was someone "under the train" - I normally assume jumper but this was a big production.

Annie Fitzsimmons ● 15d25 Comments ● 3d

What is going on with labour?

what a mess who would have thought that after the shenanigans with the Tories that Labour in 17 months could actually do even worse? It is truly shocking that number 10 are briefing against their own cabinet or so the press have us believe and mounting a leadership contest….surreal. Labour are truly unprofessional, lacking in any balance in terms of running the economy or the country and non of them have any leadership qualities. The scaremongering coming from RR is terrifying re the budget, Labour are making matters in every area 10 time worse…they are embarrassing!

Jayne Thorburn ● 19d78 Comments ● 4d

£1,000 envelope in Hounslow

Is anyone else really angry about the story on the radio news this morning that the London Borough of Hounslow has fined a lady from Feltham £1,000 for 'fly tipping' a cardboard envelope (with her name and address left on) outside her flat, on top of a pile of boxes, as there was no room for it in the overflowing bin? It is said they are doing this as an example and to crack down on fly tipping and they will not back down, even though the lady concerned can ill afford it, suffering as a result, and insisting the entire fine is paid in one go, as they do not offer payment plans. They have, however, given her a further 30 days to pay it (their generosity of spirit knows no bounds). It seems that they want to line their coffers from innocent individuals, while big companies get away with so much more. Absolutely dreadful and scary to say the least!I would be interested to know how many users or companies have been fined for ebikes abandoned on pavements, sometimes in great numbers at a time, which block them and create further hazards for those of us who use them. None, I'm sure.I do hope there will be further (peaceful) protest about this and the lady concerned is exonerated, rather than martyred. Meantime, always remove personal details from everything and shred them!

Richard Evans ● 18d75 Comments ● 4d

Oven repair needed

Looking for someone to fix my Smeg oven.  I'm in Acton W3 9LS and my phone number is 07904 631 038

Danielle Fox ● 5d1 Comments ● 4d