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The People's Hero

The People's Hero

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Coming down a bit faster now in City Centre. One of the vans never made it for the kitchen fitting. Just one bloke on his own. Was going out. Need money and food. Had to put extra socks and get my boots out. My big overcoat is getting it's first airing this year. Got my Leicester scarf, wooly hat and gloves so will be wrapped up warm.

Hope the fitting goes smoothly Ken. I know I made a jibe about it upsetting your 'routine' but I expect that was clumsily worded rather than being a genuine moan?

It is disruptive - so I hope it goes quickly and smoothly and that you're happy with it.

Jon the Hat

Jon the Hat

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Hope the fitting goes smoothly Ken. I know I made a jibe about it upsetting your 'routine' but I expect that was clumsily worded rather than being a genuine moan?

It is disruptive - so I hope it goes quickly and smoothly and that you're happy with it.

And make sure you keep them well topped up with tea! Actually how do you do that if they rip out your kitchen?

StanSP

StanSP

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Pathetic covering here in Bedford. Even overnight it barely settled.

Snowed a load for about 3 hours non-stop from 12pm but by the time I left work (4.30), the sun had made an appearance and taken the pathetic covering away!

MikeyT

MikeyT

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'Don't travel on Friday': Motorists warned to stay off the road as Britain faces being covered in up to six inches of snow

  • Heaviest snowfall of the winter is expected tomorrow night and into Friday
  • Families warned only to travel if absolutely essential and parents told to check schools are open
  • 262 schools in Norfolk were closed today after snow and freezing fog covered the East overnight
  • RAC expects 8,500 call-outs by end of day - 1,000 more than average in winter
  • Four-hour delays and cancellations at London City Airport because of poor visibility this morning
  • Norwich International Airport closed until 2pm today for de-icing
  • Temperatures plunged to -13C overnight and sub-zero conditions forecast to continue

Families have been warned not to travel on Friday, when Britain will be blanketed by up to six inches of snow.

The Met Office said people should only leave the house if absolutely necessary, with transport chaos expected to hit the morning rush hour.

Forecasters expect the heaviest snowfall of the winter as strong winds push a weather front across the UK from the south-west tomorrow night.

Severe weather warnings for heavy snow and blizzards are in place, with an amber warning issued for parts of Wales and western England, where four to six inches (10-15cm) are expected, and up to 10ins (25cm) over the hills.

Met Office spokesman Dan Williams said: 'It will be pretty chilly on Thursday night with the coldest places seeing temperatures of -3C.

'The UK will struggle to get above 0C in the East. Elsewhere is a bit milder at 2C.'

He said snow is expected to cause major disruption for commuters and people hoping to get away for the weekend.

The Met Office warned people to check before travelling, and said parents should make sure their child's school is open.

Mr Williams added: 'We will see widespread snow across the country on Friday morning, just in time for rush hour. Most places will see 2cm to 5cm of snow and Western areas and Scotland will see 10cm to 15cm of snow.

'There will be fairly strong winds so snow will drift around so we'll see blizzard-like conditions, which could potentially cause transport disruptions.

'People should be prepared to change their plans and don't travel unless it's absolutely necessary.

'There could be chaos on the roads and trains so check before you travel and keep up to date on any changes. The rest of the weekend will be slightly warmer and drier.'

Norwich International Airport was closed this morning so runways could be de-iced, while passengers at London City Airport faced four-hour delays and cancellations because of foggy conditions.

After temperatures plunged to -13C overnight, significant snowfalls are now due, with parts of northwest England, Wales and the West Midlands particularly at risk.

A band of rain will push into the west into Friday morning, turning to sleet and snow. Further outbreaks of rain, sleet and snow are expected over the weekend, and the snow that has fallen will be slow to melt, with ice an ongoing risk, especially at night.

RAC spokesman Simon Williams said that in East Anglia, one of the worst-hit areas, operators had dealt with a normal day's worth of calls before midday.

'We are experiencing a high volume of call-outs in coastal areas from the north east to Brighton in the south,' he added.

'The main issues are frozen doors, petrol caps, windows and handbrakes. Nationally, we are expecting 8,500 breakdowns today, which is 1,000 more than a normal winter's day.'

Darron Burness, head of the AA’s severe weather team, said: 'With the outlook remaining cold, drivers need to be prepared for possible disruption.

'Before heading out, check the Met Office weather alerts and traffic reports and allow a bit more time for your journey, as you don't want to rush on potentially icy roads. Do the basic checks on your car and, in case of any problems, carry plenty of warm clothing, blankets, de-icer and scraper, some food, hot flask and a fully-charged mobile.'

Steve Crosthwaite, head of the Highways Agency’s National Traffic Operations Centre, said: 'We advise drivers to check road conditions and the Met Office weather forecast before they set off and during severe weather to consider whether their journey is essential. They may want to delay their travel until conditions improve and to allow our winter fleet the chance to treat the roads.

'Our traffic officers are working round the clock to monitor the network, deal with any incidents and keep traffic moving.'

As many as 262 schools in Norfolk closed today because of snow, with drivers were forced to get out of their skidding cars on icy hills and passers-by even seen pushing a double-decker up a hill in Norwich.

All planes were grounded at Norwich International Airport yesterday and a six-vehicle pile-up on the A11 left three people injured,. The AA reported about 1,000 breakdowns an hour.

Freezing fog blanketed the Midlands, East Anglia and central and southern England last night and snow fell along the North Sea coast and down into Kent.

The lowest temperatures overnight were -12.7C at Braemar in Scotland and -12.1C at Houghton Hall in Norfolk, according to MeteoGroup.

Gemma Plumb, a forecaster with MeteoGroup, said it had been bitterly cold for much of the UK overnight, with average temperatures between -3C and -7C and -3C in London, with worse to come.

'Most places are looking like they will be dry today, with some sunny spells around. But fog and low cloud could linger in places like the East Midlands and East Anglia, with further outbreaks of sleet and snow across parts of western Scotland.

'It is going to be very cold today, with many places struggling to see temperatures rising above freezing.

'Parts of Scotland, northern England, Wales, the Midlands and East Anglia will be looking at maximum temperatures of -1C or zero.'

MeteoGroup’s Ms Plumb said the coldest area of the UK overnight was Braemar in Scotland, which reached minus 12.9C (8.8F) - equalling the chilliest day of the winter so far.

That was also recorded at Braemar, on December 16.

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jonthefox

jonthefox

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'Don't travel on Friday': Motorists warned to stay off the road as Britain faces being covered in up to six inches of snow

  • Heaviest snowfall of the winter is expected tomorrow night and into Friday
  • Families warned only to travel if absolutely essential and parents told to check schools are open
  • 262 schools in Norfolk were closed today after snow and freezing fog covered the East overnight
  • RAC expects 8,500 call-outs by end of day - 1,000 more than average in winter
  • Four-hour delays and cancellations at London City Airport because of poor visibility this morning
  • Norwich International Airport closed until 2pm today for de-icing
  • Temperatures plunged to -13C overnight and sub-zero conditions forecast to continue

Families have been warned not to travel on Friday, when Britain will be blanketed by up to six inches of snow.

The Met Office said people should only leave the house if absolutely necessary, with transport chaos expected to hit the morning rush hour.

Forecasters expect the heaviest snowfall of the winter as strong winds push a weather front across the UK from the south-west tomorrow night.

Severe weather warnings for heavy snow and blizzards are in place, with an amber warning issued for parts of Wales and western England, where four to six inches (10-15cm) are expected, and up to 10ins (25cm) over the hills.

Met Office spokesman Dan Williams said: 'It will be pretty chilly on Thursday night with the coldest places seeing temperatures of -3C.

'The UK will struggle to get above 0C in the East. Elsewhere is a bit milder at 2C.'

He said snow is expected to cause major disruption for commuters and people hoping to get away for the weekend.

The Met Office warned people to check before travelling, and said parents should make sure their child's school is open.

Mr Williams added: 'We will see widespread snow across the country on Friday morning, just in time for rush hour. Most places will see 2cm to 5cm of snow and Western areas and Scotland will see 10cm to 15cm of snow.

'There will be fairly strong winds so snow will drift around so we'll see blizzard-like conditions, which could potentially cause transport disruptions.

'People should be prepared to change their plans and don't travel unless it's absolutely necessary.

'There could be chaos on the roads and trains so check before you travel and keep up to date on any changes. The rest of the weekend will be slightly warmer and drier.'

Norwich International Airport was closed this morning so runways could be de-iced, while passengers at London City Airport faced four-hour delays and cancellations because of foggy conditions.

After temperatures plunged to -13C overnight, significant snowfalls are now due, with parts of northwest England, Wales and the West Midlands particularly at risk.

A band of rain will push into the west into Friday morning, turning to sleet and snow. Further outbreaks of rain, sleet and snow are expected over the weekend, and the snow that has fallen will be slow to melt, with ice an ongoing risk, especially at night.

RAC spokesman Simon Williams said that in East Anglia, one of the worst-hit areas, operators had dealt with a normal day's worth of calls before midday.

'We are experiencing a high volume of call-outs in coastal areas from the north east to Brighton in the south,' he added.

'The main issues are frozen doors, petrol caps, windows and handbrakes. Nationally, we are expecting 8,500 breakdowns today, which is 1,000 more than a normal winter's day.'

Darron Burness, head of the AA’s severe weather team, said: 'With the outlook remaining cold, drivers need to be prepared for possible disruption.

'Before heading out, check the Met Office weather alerts and traffic reports and allow a bit more time for your journey, as you don't want to rush on potentially icy roads. Do the basic checks on your car and, in case of any problems, carry plenty of warm clothing, blankets, de-icer and scraper, some food, hot flask and a fully-charged mobile.'

Steve Crosthwaite, head of the Highways Agency’s National Traffic Operations Centre, said: 'We advise drivers to check road conditions and the Met Office weather forecast before they set off and during severe weather to consider whether their journey is essential. They may want to delay their travel until conditions improve and to allow our winter fleet the chance to treat the roads.

'Our traffic officers are working round the clock to monitor the network, deal with any incidents and keep traffic moving.'

As many as 262 schools in Norfolk closed today because of snow, with drivers were forced to get out of their skidding cars on icy hills and passers-by even seen pushing a double-decker up a hill in Norwich.

All planes were grounded at Norwich International Airport yesterday and a six-vehicle pile-up on the A11 left three people injured,. The AA reported about 1,000 breakdowns an hour.

Freezing fog blanketed the Midlands, East Anglia and central and southern England last night and snow fell along the North Sea coast and down into Kent.

The lowest temperatures overnight were -12.7C at Braemar in Scotland and -12.1C at Houghton Hall in Norfolk, according to MeteoGroup.

Gemma Plumb, a forecaster with MeteoGroup, said it had been bitterly cold for much of the UK overnight, with average temperatures between -3C and -7C and -3C in London, with worse to come.

'Most places are looking like they will be dry today, with some sunny spells around. But fog and low cloud could linger in places like the East Midlands and East Anglia, with further outbreaks of sleet and snow across parts of western Scotland.

'It is going to be very cold today, with many places struggling to see temperatures rising above freezing.

'Parts of Scotland, northern England, Wales, the Midlands and East Anglia will be looking at maximum temperatures of -1C or zero.'

MeteoGroup’s Ms Plumb said the coldest area of the UK overnight was Braemar in Scotland, which reached minus 12.9C (8.8F) - equalling the chilliest day of the winter so far.

That was also recorded at Braemar, on December 16.

I hope this doesn't feck up the boro game.

The Blur

The Blur

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Just realised the thread starter is Jake Shingler which made me chuckle-do anyone remember him? I wonder what he is up to these days.

Rincewind

Rincewind

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Been told more is expected overnight. Have the electrician coming tomorrow to finish off my kitchen and they're coming from Derby.

Is there no local workmen in Leicester?

Rocket-Ron

Rocket-Ron

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Been told more is expected overnight. Have the electrician coming tomorrow to finish off my kitchen and they're coming from Derby.

Is there no local workmen in Leicester?

Not since you posted the "Job seekers survival guide"

Rocket-Ron

Rocket-Ron

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Just realised the thread starter is Jake Shingler which made me chuckle-do anyone remember him? I wonder what he is up to these days.

And the topic is listed as HOT :celebrate:

Lamby

Lamby

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Zilch here, due some all of tomorrow, saturday, sunday and monday. At least on the training camp this weekend for Canada 2014 it'll be the right climate

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Rincewind

Rincewind

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Not since you posted the "Job seekers survival guide"

Funny you should say that. I mentioned to the kitchen fitter-decorator that I was unemployed atm and he said 'You can have my job'

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