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Re: Living In The Uk/life As A UK Immigrant by Lexusgs430: 12:48pm On Jan 18, 2019 |
sgtponzihater1: Old age is catching up very fast with me ........ |
Re: Living In The Uk/life As A UK Immigrant by Yinkzy03: 12:54pm On Jan 18, 2019 |
Na wa o, see grooveee Mamatukwas: 2 Likes |
Re: Living In The Uk/life As A UK Immigrant by sgtponzihater1(m): 1:18pm On Jan 18, 2019 |
Lexusgs430: Health sector. I've seen several agents. Hope to choose the best offer sir. |
Re: Living In The Uk/life As A UK Immigrant by Lexusgs430: 1:24pm On Jan 18, 2019 |
sgtponzihater1: Plenty jobs for you ........ Some employers/agents would provide you an initial settling apartment ......... Any options on the table presently ? Ask the agents to recommend places for you, based on availability of work and post options... They we might be able to guide you.... 2 Likes |
Re: Living In The Uk/life As A UK Immigrant by imnotconfused: 3:20pm On Jan 18, 2019 |
Mamatukwas: Mamatukwas, it depends on where in Scotland naaa.We were paying £975 in a 3 bed flat in East Renfrewshire. Scotland in general is cheaper shaaa. |
Re: Living In The Uk/life As A UK Immigrant by imnotconfused: 3:57pm On Jan 18, 2019 |
sgtponzihater1: Your question is a bit difficult to answer as people will generally have information about places they've lived. I only have experiences of Scotland and South East England so far. Cheap is relative,you have to factor in ease of transport,what sort of area you want to live in,what sort of environment ,schools, availability of work. Scotland is cheaper but it's not as diverse. The rail links aren't as widespread as England so driving is usually a good idea except on days when you are snowed in. People are usually very nice,you may find racism here and there but it's not rampant in my experience and mostly depends on where you reside whether it's blatant to your face racism or the one that pretends and keeps it inside. Standard of living is cheaper,the more expensive parts of Scotland and still cheaper by a bit in comparison to England. There are no agency fees to pay for rent but you will pay a deposit eg if rent is £700 you'll pay £1400 or 1500 on the first month. You do not pay bills for water like in England as it is factored into your council tax. Weather isn't exactly stable,its sunny and rainy at the same time. I have lived in the West of Scotland: Glasgow is okay.You'll also see a number of African faces,some workers,many students due to the Universities there. It has a Nigerian restaurant with expensive food owned by a man who never looks happy. There are a few shops available where you can get Naija food. The town centre is bustling with activities, lovely restaurants,friendly people,you could spend all day listening to music,watching buskers and just walking round all the shops Restaurants plenty: I recommend Viva Brazil( it's a place where you are served different cuts of beef from the menu..you will almost faint from the amount of meat you are served.) Wagamamas Bibi's for Brazilian food Butchershop- Amazing for good service and wonderful steak Miller and Carter For schools and a nicer environment I would recommend: East Renfrewshire- Newton Mearns,Eaglesham Jordanhill Bearsden Milngavie Kenzie Bishopbriggs Helensburgh Anniesland Jobs: Depends on your area of specialty Money: Pay could be less than that of England but is matched by the cheaper standard of living. I will write more when I remember. South East of England: Nice,costly,diverse, hotter than Scotland. I hope people chip in about other parts. 15 Likes 1 Share |
Re: Living In The Uk/life As A UK Immigrant by sgtponzihater1(m): 4:18pm On Jan 18, 2019 |
imnotconfused: I appreciate u sir |
Re: Living In The Uk/life As A UK Immigrant by Yinkzy03: 6:02pm On Jan 18, 2019 |
I'm sure you have answered all his questions and you even gave him jara, wekldone maam imnotconfused: 4 Likes |
Re: Living In The Uk/life As A UK Immigrant by DisGuy: 6:27pm On Jan 18, 2019 |
Yinkzy03: As you're not in a very flexible position moving etc. Just send another standard apology and explain you have fitted very thick rug/carpet to reduce the noise and also you're constantly monitoring the baby. I dont think the agent themselves want to deal with an empty property you have grievienance against the same tenant making the complaint or the manager? |
Re: Living In The Uk/life As A UK Immigrant by Yinkzy03: 6:38pm On Jan 18, 2019 |
The Manager, i don't think she approached it well. DisGuy: |
Re: Living In The Uk/life As A UK Immigrant by DisGuy: 6:44pm On Jan 18, 2019 |
Yinkzy03: But she has only sent just this one email, no? And it seems bog standard to me, seems like an email someone will send if they just want to act like they are responding to the complaint- she even sent you the next contract. |
Re: Living In The Uk/life As A UK Immigrant by Yinkzy03: 8:54pm On Jan 18, 2019 |
No, it was a second complaint after they had told us it wasn't a problem... DisGuy: |
Re: Living In The Uk/life As A UK Immigrant by DisGuy: 8:59pm On Jan 18, 2019 |
Yinkzy03: Unfortunately they have to act. Since the neighbour complained again. How would you prefer her to handle it? Call a meeting with the neighbour...? Apart from the noise are you guys in good standing? 1 Like |
Re: Living In The Uk/life As A UK Immigrant by spacyzuma(m): 9:47pm On Jan 18, 2019 |
imnotconfused: LMFAO 1 Like |
Re: Living In The Uk/life As A UK Immigrant by Yinkzy03: 9:58pm On Jan 18, 2019 |
Yeah, we are in good standing and that's why they are willing to renew the tenancy for another 6months. I have emailed the Manager though, waiting for her response...I wana be out of the village called City in the Southeast of England abeg, just ridiculously expensive DisGuy: |
Re: Living In The Uk/life As A UK Immigrant by missjekyll: 10:08pm On Jan 18, 2019 |
sgtponzihater1: Hi,Have you tried Google? sites like zoopla,rightmove can show you how much rent is.When i was moving, i googled ''most temperate part of the uk'' and specifically asked tolive in cornwall and environs. I got a twofer because i now live in an area of outstanding natural beauty. Even when it gets cold here,i console myself with how great i have it compared to manchester(hahaha) and edinburgh (bigger hahaha). I do wish you luck in your search. In other news,I m looking for akanwu(potash) in exeter. Homemade nkwobi would really hit the spot now 3 Likes 1 Share |
Re: Living In The Uk/life As A UK Immigrant by sgtponzihater1(m): 10:10pm On Jan 18, 2019 |
missjekyll: Thanks. Great response. I will search those sites now and rigorously at that. |
Re: Living In The Uk/life As A UK Immigrant by fatima04: 5:14am On Jan 19, 2019 |
sgtponzihater1: It's really difficult advising a particular city to settle in as so many factors needs to be considered as earlier stated, but I can understand your dilemma as I was recently in your position. If You have families in the UK, I may advise choosing there as it helps settling in for the first few months and sometimes with childcare as well. Note that, when you choose a place, d recruitment agency may not necessarily have openings available for you and thus extending your move. However, to make things sort of easy for you I will suggest option 1 if affordable housing and cost of living, multicultural balanced environment, accessible african foods that are not too pricey, fair access to jobs in different backgrounds, fair weather, Nigerian churches (think they are everywhere) 1. West midlands (most places in this region is close to Birmingham which is like the 2nd biggest city in the UK after London and houses are quite affordable. You can use the picture attached to search for house prices on rightmove and zoopla) 2. Anywhere outside London but within England (Because of fair weather and probably more blacks)- you will save good money on housing and maybe cost of living, but note that is like the happening city just putting it mildly... If you choose London, your wife stands a higher chance of getting a job in her field than anywhere else I believe, if that matters to you. All the above is just from my little experience of being here and also deciding to choose between scotland and england for a start and I haven't obviously explored other parts of the country. Lastly, pray for guidance in choosing the right place that will favour your family. 4 Likes
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Re: Living In The Uk/life As A UK Immigrant by Braket: 5:43pm On Jan 19, 2019 |
Does anyone by chance need Euros? I need to make a payment of £130 and my euro card wasn't accepted. I need help please. 1 Like |
Re: Living In The Uk/life As A UK Immigrant by Lexusgs430: 5:45pm On Jan 19, 2019 |
Braket: So how do you intend to transact?....? |
Re: Living In The Uk/life As A UK Immigrant by Braket: 6:16pm On Jan 19, 2019 |
Lexusgs430:Probably in Naira or if the person needs euro for one reason or the other |
Re: Living In The Uk/life As A UK Immigrant by Lexusgs430: 10:02am On Jan 20, 2019 |
Braket: Speak with bebe2....... |
Re: Living In The Uk/life As A UK Immigrant by Braket: 10:34am On Jan 20, 2019 |
Lexusgs430:Thank you sir, I will |
Re: Living In The Uk/life As A UK Immigrant by claremont(m): 11:15am On Jan 20, 2019 |
imnotconfused: You need to explore your hidden potential in writing, very good descriptor here. 5 Likes |
Re: Living In The Uk/life As A UK Immigrant by sgtponzihater1(m): 4:05pm On Jan 20, 2019 |
Anyhelp about living in Liverpool or Manchester? |
Re: Living In The Uk/life As A UK Immigrant by Yinkzy03: 6:29pm On Jan 20, 2019 |
yeah, i agree, @iamnotconfused is never confused, too detailed a lady, chai claremont: |
Re: Living In The Uk/life As A UK Immigrant by Mamatukwas: 8:06pm On Jan 20, 2019 |
imnotconfused: That your Zone Is almost central Glasgow The closer you are to the city the more expensive I think. You were close to IKEA my love... I drive almost 50mins to get there so you can understand why my rent better make sense! |
Re: Living In The Uk/life As A UK Immigrant by Rubyventures: 10:44am On Jan 21, 2019 |
sgtponzihater1: Sorry bros, no one place with all this qualities in the UK. |
Re: Living In The Uk/life As A UK Immigrant by sgtponzihater1(m): 11:00am On Jan 21, 2019 |
Rubyventures:So what's ur advice then? |
Re: Living In The Uk/life As A UK Immigrant by Rubyventures: 11:38am On Jan 21, 2019 |
sgtponzihater1: The most important is your budget and job opportunity, if you have young kids , then access to cheap childcare and good schools have to be considered. |
Re: Living In The Uk/life As A UK Immigrant by sgtponzihater1(m): 11:59am On Jan 21, 2019 |
Rubyventures: Any help about educational system in the UK. Primary and Secondary. The Public VS Private Kindly intimate me. |
Re: Living In The Uk/life As A UK Immigrant by sharpboyus(m): 12:04pm On Jan 21, 2019 |
sgtponzihater1: Private�� |
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