Grumpy old men - So what's pissed you off today?

[Moby Dick]

My council telling me to separate my food waste and put into a different new bin. That’s 4 bins I’ve got now. WTF!!

I wouldn’t mind, I compost most of my garden / kitchen waste, and any food left overs get devoured by the dogs. I should be getting a council rate discount because I have a Labrador!

[PilotMan]

Drivers who toot their horns at me just because I don't move when the lights turn green. My messages aren't going to answer themselves, are they? 

 

[PepeMAGA]

Drivers who toot their horns at me just because I don't move when the lights turn green. My messages aren't going to answer themselves, are they? 

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[mr.bluesky]

On the subject of driving I was out the other day driving on a dual carriageway and there was a lane closure to the inside lane so a speed restriction of 50 mph and countdown signs 800 yards, 600 yards , 400 yards etc to the lane closure so I reduce my speed to 50 mph and moved over to the 2nd lane all in good time like most sensible drivers do  but had to put up with some twat in a works van zoom up the inside of me going faster than 50 mph then cutting into the 2nd lane at the last second into the gap between my car and the car in front causing me to brake heavily. Your typical shit for brains white van man .Absolute tosser 

[Pillowtalk]

My council telling me to separate my food waste and put into a different new bin. That’s 4 bins I’ve got now. WTF!!

I wouldn’t mind, I compost most of my garden / kitchen waste, and any food left overs get devoured by the dogs. I should be getting a council rate discount because I have a Labrador!

Think yourself lucky -  the waste has to be separated into 6 seperate bins/bags/boxes where I live.

[Nooilpainting]

Prices
£7 a pint
£20 each takeaway
£1.50 petrol
Everything is going up

[Doc Holliday]

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  very good.

How does that lady on the right drive with that traffic light in her car? 

[mr.bluesky]

very good.

How does that lady on the right drive with that traffic light in her car? 

His steering wheel is on the wrong side too 

[Charliehutton]

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[PepeMAGA]

His steering wheel is on the wrong side too 

Clearly a fancy European import

[Iloveoral]

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Brilliant, in my mind this is exactly what Charlie is like 

[Moby Dick]

Think yourself lucky -  the waste has to be separated into 6 seperate bins/bags/boxes where I live.

Forgot I also have a bag to put out for cardboard & papers every other week, except weeks with bank holidays in them, in which case I have to remember to put out a day later.

[Harry Monk]

People who take up a seat on a busy train with their bag, usually in such a position to make it obvious they don't want someone sat next to them.

Why do people wear sunglasses when on the tube ?

[PepeMAGA]

People who take up a seat on a busy train with their bag, usually in such a position to make it obvious they don't want someone sat next to them.

Why do people wear sunglasses when on the tube ?

The seat reservation thing annoys me on trains, in that if I reserve a seat I went it to be empty when I come to it.
Never going to happen, but I'd rather it was more like a plane where everyone gets an allocated seat.

[Jonestown]

Why do people wear sunglasses when on the tube ?

Sometimes on your nose is the easiest way to carry them if you have on say a T shirt and no pockets.

[Blackpool Rock]

Overheard someone talking about this earlier so looked it up online, so it appears that a gay couple in Blackpool adopted a young boy who then died, tragic in itself however they are now on trial for murder and the child had 40 injuries along with evidence of sexual assault including penetration, indecent images were also taken

Couple of sick fucks these two   

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[WASA38]

Overheard someone talking about this earlier so looked it up online, so it appears that a gay couple in Blackpool adopted a young boy who then died, tragic in itself however they are now on trial for murder and the child had 40 injuries along with evidence of sexual assault including penetration, indecent images were also taken

Couple of sick fucks these two   

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<Murder-accused teacher said 'I'm going to hell', trial hears>

Wonder which hell he had in mind.

[Doc Holliday]

Overheard someone talking about this earlier so looked it up online, so it appears that a gay couple in Blackpool adopted a young boy who then died, tragic in itself however they are now on trial for murder and the child had 40 injuries along with evidence of sexual assault including penetration, indecent images were also taken

Couple of sick fucks these two   

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There is a sub story here. Preston was admitted to hospital 3 times during the four month period of his adoption by this evil pair.

I know these days hospitals tend to overreact to child injuries in terms of suspecting abuse. Given this was three occasions I would be very surprised this was not flagged and appropriate agencies notified and involved.

Is this yet another system failure?

[scutty brown]

Is this yet another system failure?

It's Blackpool
Medical and Social Services are overloaded

[Doc Holliday]

It's Blackpool
Medical and Social Services are overloaded

I'm sure Scutty, we are both fully aware of the dire situation in Blackpool, however it is no excuse in situations like this.

Anyway it appears that the 'Vic' did their bit, and involved Social Services but the latter had no concerns?

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[scutty brown]

I'm sure Scutty, we are both fully aware of the dire situation in Blackpool, however it is no excuse in situations like this.

Anyway it appears that the 'Vic' did their bit, and involved Social Services but the latter had no concerns?

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I'm sure it will come down to lack of training and experience yet again. Also I wonder if there was a communications gap between Oldham and Blackpool Social Services? Seems both were visiting but did they talk to each other?
But as you say, that's no excuse

[timsussex]

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Drugged up teenager driving illegal e bike kill grandmother on zebra crossing, the bike was in poor condition with only the left hand brake working - which he couldnt use because his left hand was using his mobile phone

he will only serve 3 years and 4 months as the judge said he didnt set out that day to kill anyone but how many aggravating circumstances were there ?

His family said he was full of remorse but he drove off leaving her in the road. went to Wembley to see Sunderland win promotion 8 days later and also applied to have his bail changed so he could go on holiday!

The woman's family are not amused
 

[mr.bluesky]

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Drugged up teenager driving illegal e bike kill grandmother on zebra crossing, the bike was in poor condition with only the left hand brake working - which he couldnt use because his left hand was using his mobile phone

he will only serve 3 years and 4 months as the judge said he didnt set out that day to kill anyone but how many aggravating circumstances were there ?

His family said he was full of remorse but he drove off leaving her in the road. went to Wembley to see Sunderland win promotion 8 days later and also applied to have his bail changed so he could go on holiday!

The woman's family are not amused

E scooter riders are a fucking menace, I nearly got wiped out by a fat bitch going fast on the pavement on my walk to the newsagents yesterday morning.

[Bhamguy]

Passed off because I'm waiting to move and seems like ages n ages on the plus side villa are winning

[Bhamguy]

Oh Mr blue-sky  well done to cov  for coming up as champions

[mr.bluesky]

Oh Mr blue-sky  well done to cov  for coming up as champions

   hopefully your boys can win the Europa league and make it a good season for West Midlands football.

[PepeMAGA]

E scooter riders are a fucking menace, I nearly got wiped out by a fat bitch going fast on the pavement on my walk to the newsagents yesterday morning.

I don't know how they've avoided more regulation. It seems like E scooters got regulated out of fashion, time to do the same here.

[timsussex]

This was a totally illegal electric bike designed for off road use, faster and heavier than a scooter

The law regarding E scooters is a mess; you can buy and sell them, you can hire them and use them on the road but you cant buy them  and use them on a public road

There are hundreds - if not thousands - illegally in use daily often on pavements; usually by teenagers learning that you can ignore the law with impunity

[PilotMan]

The law is really straight forward, I don't understand why plod isn't coming down hard on anyone riding an E-Scooter.

Here's what the law says;

"It is illegal to ride a privately owned electric scooter (also known as an ‘e-scooter’) in public, for example on pavements, on roads or in parks."

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[mr.bluesky]

The law is really straight forward, I don't understand why plod isn't coming down hard on anyone riding an E-Scooter.

Here's what the law says;

"It is illegal to ride a privately owned electric scooter (also known as an ‘e-scooter’) in public, for example on pavements, on roads or in parks."

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I can remember a time when you could see police officers walking the beat, those days are long gone. The only time you see them outside their police cars is at football matches 

[JRWK]

I can remember a time when you could see police officers walking the beat, those days are long gone. The only time you see them outside their police cars is at football matches 

Or behind a speed camera

[mills_and_bhuna]

Edinburgh Airport has just announced an increase to drop off at the terminal from £6 to £8.50.(42%increase).
I guess I'll be getting the bus then
Is this happening everywhere?

[mr.bluesky]

Edinburgh Airport has just announced an increase to drop off at the terminal from £6 to £8.50.(42%increase).
I guess I'll be getting the bus then
Is this happening everywhere?

Airport parking , drop offs are just a big rip off just like Hospital parking fees when the car parks are owned by private companies.   

[timsussex]

Edinburgh Airport has just announced an increase to drop off at the terminal from £6 to £8.50.(42%increase).
I guess I'll be getting the bus then
Is this happening everywhere?

In the UK yes Gatwick charge £10
In USA most major airports in USA drop off is free and they have Cell-Lots which are on the airport a couple of minutes from the terminal where you can park and await a call from arriving passengers after they have collected  bags and gone through immigration etc
These Cell-Lots have toilets, sometimes soft drink & snack machines and are free
But in the USA they think about customers satisfaction rather than screwing as much as possible out of them

[PilotMan]

Edinburgh Airport has just announced an increase to drop off at the terminal from £6 to £8.50.(42%increase).
I guess I'll be getting the bus then
Is this happening everywhere?

Stansted is £13 for a 30 minute max duration slot to drop off or pick up passengers, up to 1 hour is £21.

[Darren101]

Heathrow is still £7 drop off. Rip off Parking for when you're picking people up...

Duration   On the day (Effective 6 January 2026)
0 - 29 minutes   £8.00
30 - 44 minutes   £12.50
45 - 59 minutes   £15.50
1 - 2 hours   £20.00
2 - 3 hours   £24.00
3 - 4 hours   £28.00
4 - 5 hours   £35.00
5 - 6 hours   £44.00
6 - 9 hours   £63.00
9 - 12 hours   £78.00
12 - 24 hours   £98.00
Each additional 24-hour period    £98.00

Last time, I made a stop at a nearby McD's until I get a call so I make my way so I only have the pay £8. 

Anyway....what annoys me....people who don't say thank you when you give way. Pedestrians crossing whom you give way to them. A simple nod or a hand wave won't kill them. Learn some manners.

Also, people who don't wash their hands after using the toilets. Saw a kid and his dad at a public toilet somewhere. When the kid finished his business, the dad just left with the kid . The sinks are there for a reason. Lazy and gross. Hope I never shake hands with these type people

[Watts.E.Dunn]

Rip off barstards paying foir a delayed incoming flight!.

[Thephoenix]

 The sinks are there for a reason. Lazy and gross. Hope I never shake hands with these type people

I thought they were for pissing in when the cubicles are full. 

[Darren101]

I thought they were for pissing in when the cubicles are full. 

That’s their second purpose. The sinks come with taps which is for hand washing 

[daviemac]

That’s their second purpose. The sinks come with taps which is for hand washing 

Nah, at football grounds the primary purpose is for pissing in, the taps are to wash the piss away, like flushing the toilet.

[scutty brown]

Nah, at football grounds the primary purpose is for pissing in, the taps are to wash the piss away, like flushing the toilet.

At one rugby club we used to visit, most of the urinating was out of the sash windows in the loo...

[Bonker]

Surely the taps are for dancing on.

[mr.bluesky]

So darts player Luke Littler was at Windsor castle on tueday  to collect an MBE for his services to darts. He's nineteen *for fucks sake, they throw these awards about like confetti . ( although to be honest he's the oldest looking 19 year old in the world )

[Blackpool Rock]

Nah, at football grounds the primary purpose is for pissing in, the taps are to wash the piss away, like flushing the toilet.

I went to the old Wembley to watch England play a few times in the late 90's and walking down towards the stadium along with 1000's of others who'd drunk until their bladders were full decided to stop off and relieve myself in the toilet block just before the ground rather than waiting until I was inside the ground.

Well fuck me, once inside this large open space toilet block I was instantly aware that I was paddling through half an inch to an inch of liquid on the floor, in my naivety I thought that perhaps a pipe had burst / someone had vandalised something causing a flood / someone had left a tap on and overflowed a sink for a laugh.

Every cubicle and stand up urinal was occupied and there was a massive queue to the point that most hand basins were also doubling up as urinals and then it struck me that guys who couldn't wait for a hand basin were then deciding to simply go to the edge and piss on the wall so the liquid on the floor was just a hugh puddle of urine 

I was fairly desperate for a piss myself at this point and figured the quickest way to get the fuck out of this piss hole was to piss on the floor myself   

[Jonestown]

They introduced these indicators boards at London bus stops some years back, best thing they ever did for customer satisfaction, other than banning smoking on the top deck, but now they have allowed them to fall into disrepair, the things rarely seem to be working, but they offer a text service instead, your text the bus stops number to a code and they give you by return the schedule for buses on their way, which is great except that they charge you 11p a text.

[Thephoenix]

I went to the old Wembley to watch England play a few times in the late 90's and walking down towards the stadium along with 1000's of others who'd drunk until their bladders were full decided to stop off and relieve myself in the toilet block just before the ground rather than waiting until I was inside the ground.

Well fuck me, once inside this large open space toilet block I was instantly aware that I was paddling through half an inch to an inch of liquid on the floor, in my naivety I thought that perhaps a pipe had burst / someone had vandalised something causing a flood / someone had left a tap on and overflowed a sink for a laugh.

Every cubicle and stand up urinal was occupied and there was a massive queue to the point that most hand basins were also doubling up as urinals and then it struck me that guys who couldn't wait for a hand basin were then deciding to simply go to the edge and piss on the wall so the liquid on the floor was just a hugh puddle of urine 

I was fairly desperate for a piss myself at this point and figured the quickest way to get the fuck out of this piss hole was to piss on the floor myself   

Back in the day of the old kop at LFC, once you were in you couldn't move so no way to go to the lav at half time.
I've often glanced down to see pee trickling down the concrete from some sods further back. 

[PilotMan]

They introduced these indicators boards at London bus stops some years back, best thing they ever did for customer satisfaction, other than banning smoking on the top deck, but now they have allowed them to fall into disrepair, the things rarely seem to be working, but they offer a text service instead, your text the bus stops number to a code and they give you by return the schedule for buses on their way, which is great except that they charge you 11p a text.

Are there not free apps that do all of this, thereby negating the need for indicator boards and texts?

[Jonestown]

Are there not free apps that do all of this, thereby negating the need for indicator boards and texts?

I doubt it, all the real time data is held by Transport for London, besides should you really need to have a smart phone to know when the next bus is coming ?

[PilotMan]

I doubt it, all the real time data is held by Transport for London, besides should you really need to have a smart phone to know when the next bus is coming ?

You are a Doubting Thomas and a sceptic sir.

Tons of apps have the real time data - TFL share their real time data External Link/Members Only

You complain about the SMS service costing to use. But you need a phone for SMS, which is most likely not just an SMS phone, but a smart phone (I have two family members over 80 with Smart Phones, so age isn't usually an issue).

 

[Jonestown]

You are a Doubting Thomas and a sceptic sir.

Tons of apps have the real time data - TFL share their real time data External Link/Members Only

You complain about the SMS service costing to use. But you need a phone for SMS, which is most likely not just an SMS phone, but a smart phone (I have two family members over 80 with Smart Phones, so age isn't usually an issue).

 

Thanks for taking trouble to find that, if I ever decide to develop my own app it’ll be very useful, in the meantime, as I said, I’ll continue to be pissed off that the indicator boards presently installed aren’t working.