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a day ago
- General
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Dear Richard Madeley: My otherwise lovely neighbour is playing fast and loose with my lawnmower
Dear Richard, For the second time this year, I've lent my lawnmower to my next-door neighbour, only to have to remind him to give it back, and to find on receiving it that he hasn't topped up the petrol. Perhaps he thinks it runs on magic beans. To make matters worse, this time, one of the blades was chipped. I don't want to be 'that guy' but I am feeling miffed. I didn't perform a close inspection of the mower when he brought it back so didn't notice or mention these issues then – is it too late to do so now? And should I just withhold it in future, or stipulate conditions? I'm mortified by awkward exchanges at the best of times; plus this guy is in other respects an exemplary neighbour – friendly, minds his own business, takes in deliveries, waters the garden when we're away, and so on. What's the best way to deal with this?– G, Surrey Dear G, If you're proposing risking falling out with a good, reliable, helpful neighbour over a few tablespoons of petrol and a chipped lawnmower blade (which you may have been the one to damage), then frankly you need your head examining. The value of good neighbourly relations is beyond rubies. Have you ever lived next door to someone with whom you've had a falling out, G? Talk to someone who has. It can poison daily life beyond recovery. As I wrote here only last week, it's worth performing back-handsprings through hoops to stay on good terms with the folks next door. Right, let's sweep up this hill of beans. First, the chipped blade. As you yourself say, you didn't inspect the machine when it was returned, so how do you know you haven't damaged it since? Or, assuming you didn't cast your eagle eye over the thing prior to lending it to this guy, that it wasn't already chipped? Answer: you don't. So drop it. Now, the fuel. I don't use a petrol mower but I just checked and the ones you push around burn about half a litre per hour. The bigger things you ride use about a litre. That's roughly 67 pence worth for the first, under £1.50 for the second. G, G, G. Come on. Are you really going to present this bloke with a bill for 67p? How would you feel if he made a storage charge for the parcels he takes in for you when you're away? And yes, it must be irritating if you can't use it until you've filled it up, but unless you're riding it to the petrol station and back surely you have some petrol in the shed or garage, and it's just a matter of topping it up? I have one word for you, G: perspective. I strongly recommend you get some. You can find more of Richard Madeley's advice here or submit your own dilemma below. Broaden your horizons with award-winning British journalism. Try The Telegraph free for 1 month with unlimited access to our award-winning website, exclusive app, money-saving offers and more. Solve the daily Crossword
Telegraph
a day ago
- General
- Telegraph
Dear Richard Madeley: My otherwise lovely neighbour is playing fast and loose with my lawnmower
Dear Richard, For the second time this year, I've lent my lawnmower to my next-door neighbour, only to have to remind him to give it back, and to find on receiving it that he hasn't topped up the petrol. Perhaps he thinks it runs on magic beans. To make matters worse, this time, one of the blades was chipped. I don't want to be 'that guy' but I am feeling miffed. I didn't perform a close inspection of the mower when he brought it back so didn't notice or mention these issues then – is it too late to do so now? And should I just withhold it in future, or stipulate conditions? I'm mortified by awkward exchanges at the best of times; plus this guy is in other respects an exemplary neighbour – friendly, minds his own business, takes in deliveries, waters the garden when we're away, and so on. What's the best way to deal with this? – G, Surrey Dear G, If you're proposing risking falling out with a good, reliable, helpful neighbour over a few tablespoons of petrol and a chipped lawnmower blade (which you may have been the one to damage), then frankly you need your head examining. The value of good neighbourly relations is beyond rubies. Have you ever lived next door to someone with whom you've had a falling out, G? Talk to someone who has. It can poison daily life beyond recovery. As I wrote here only last week, it's worth performing back-handsprings through hoops to stay on good terms with the folks next door. Right, let's sweep up this hill of beans. First, the chipped blade. As you yourself say, you didn't inspect the machine when it was returned, so how do you know you haven't damaged it since? Or, assuming you didn't cast your eagle eye over the thing prior to lending it to this guy, that it wasn't already chipped? Answer: you don't. So drop it. Now, the fuel. I don't use a petrol mower but I just checked and the ones you push around burn about half a litre per hour. The bigger things you ride use about a litre. That's roughly 67 pence worth for the first, under £1.50 for the second. G, G, G. Come on. Are you really going to present this bloke with a bill for 67p? How would you feel if he made a storage charge for the parcels he takes in for you when you're away? And yes, it must be irritating if you can't use it until you've filled it up, but unless you're riding it to the petrol station and back surely you have some petrol in the shed or garage, and it's just a matter of topping it up? I have one word for you, G: perspective. I strongly recommend you get some.
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Automotive
- Yahoo
A14 CLOSED in both directions after two-lorry crash
The A14 is closed in both directions after a lorry carrying petrol was involved in a crash. Emergency services were called to the westbound carriageway near Stowmarket at about 7.55am on Monday. A spokesman for Suffolk police said the westbound carriageway has been closed at Claydon, while eastbound the A14 is closed at Tot Hill. READ MORE: Ed Sheeran teases more future shows in Ipswich The crash involves two lorries and there has been a large petrol spill. The fire service and paramedics have also been called, but the extent of any injuries is not yet clear. According to the AA Traffic Map, there are severe delays in the area.
Yahoo
4 days ago
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Where are the cheapest petrol stations in Felixstowe?
To help you get the best deal on your petrol or diesel, we've compiled a list of the cheapest garages in Felixstowe, according to Petrol prices get its information directly from garages and users. These prices may not be the most up-to-date at the time of reading, but are correct at the time of writing based on the information available. Cheapest Unleaded in Felixstowe - Morrisons Felixstowe 132.9p - Co-Op Felixstowe 133.9p - Shell Felixstowe (Shell Felixstowe Dock Services) 135.9p Cheapest Diesel in Felixstowe - Morrisons Felixstowe 139.9p - Co-Op Felixstowe 141.9p - Shell Felixstowe (Shell Felixstowe Dock Services) 144.9p For the latest information, go to
Yahoo
4 days ago
- Automotive
- Yahoo
The cheapest garages in Woodbridge to fill up your car
To help you get the best deal on your petrol or diesel, we've compiled a list of the cheapest garages in Woodbridge, according to Petrol prices gets its information directly from garages and users. These prices may not be the most up-to-date at the time of reading, but are correct at the time of writing based on the information available. Cheapest Unleaded in Woodbridge - Tesco Martlesham Extra 130.9p - BP Anson Road (Martlesham Heath Services) 133.9p - Gulf Melton Road (John Grose Spar) 135.9p - Shell Grove Road (A12 southbound) (Shell Little Waitrose Woodbridge) 135.9p - Shell Grove Road (A12 northbound) (Shell Grove) 135.9p Cheapest Diesel in Woodbridge - Tesco Martlesham Extra 137.9p - BP Anson Road (Martlesham Heath Services) 139.9p - Gulf Melton Road (John Grose Spar) 141.9p - Shell Grove Road (A12 southbound) (Shell Little Waitrose Woodbridge) 141.9p - Shell Grove Road (A12 northbound) (Shell Grove) 141.9p For the latest information, go to
