Having fun

Subject: Re: Having fun 23/3/2012, 21:09

Funnily enough we had one of them the other day, bastard even asked for me by name.

He hung up when I got somewhat stroppy.

I wonder who gave our details out ?

Subject: Re: Having fun 23/3/2012, 21:48

BT flog the discs. They have all the names on them regardless of which company you are with.

Subject: Re: Having fun 24/3/2012, 07:51

Many years ago I registered with the Telephone Preference Service but, I still get unsolicited calls. I don't answer the 'phone now, when they ring off I dial 1471 and if I recognise the number I call back, the kids all have my Mobile Number.

Subject: Re: Having fun 24/3/2012, 09:21

Only really applies to the UK Shelldrake. Foreign callers can do what the hell they like and they do. You can block numbers withheld calls but might cost you? That can be a problem in itself because when I did voluntary work at the local BBC, people used to leave us answer phone messages but as our number was always withheld we couldn't call them back if they blocked them.

Withheld, Witheld or With held? You know what I mean.

Guest

I registered with that lot but as Teabag says it only really applies to UK..I also registered with the mail preference service,That did make a hugh difference to the amount of junk mail i receive

Subject: Re: Having fun 24/3/2012, 13:42

I didn't realise that it only applied to the UK, I registered with the Mail Preference Service but I haven't noticed much difference - I must be getting yours, Gordon! Rolling Eyes

Subject: Re: Having fun 24/3/2012, 16:05

Shelldrake wrote:: I didn't realise that it only applied to the UK, I registered with the Mail Preference Service but I haven't noticed much difference - I must be getting yours, Gordon!

I too got myself on the MPS and the amount of junk mail I receive had reduced quite a lot.

The problem is MPS does not affect what Royal Mail stuff up our orifices so there's still junk, due to them.

What I do now is get a healthy pile together and cram it all in the letter box on the corner ! Twisted Evil

Subject: Re: Having fun 24/3/2012, 16:13

brum wrote:

Shelldrake wrote:: I didn't realise that it only applied to the UK, I registered with the Mail Preference Service but I haven't noticed much difference - I must be getting yours, Gordon!

I too got myself on the MPS and the amount of junk mail I receive had reduced quite a lot.

The problem is MPS does not affect what Royal Mail stuff up our orifices so there's still junk, due to them.

What I do now is get a healthy pile together and cram it all in the letter box on the corner ! Twisted Evil

So, it's you!! Rolling Eyes

Guest

Quote :: I must be getting yours, Gordon!

Your welcome as long as it`s only the junk...If you do get any of my mags by mistake just pop them back in the box. Embarassed

Subject: Re: Having fun 24/3/2012, 16:42

After I've steamed them open? Very Happy

Guest

Got another call today..A very well spoken gentleman of asian extraction informed me that i was sending out viruses and he would fix it in a flash..When i told him i had no PC his reply was "It must be your laptop" He cut the connection when i told him to go away in short jerky movements..

Subject: Re: Having fun 30/3/2012, 22:51

Gordon. wrote:: Got another call today..A very well spoken gentleman of asian extraction informed me that i was sending out viruses and he would fix it in a flash..When i told him i had no PC his reply was "It must be your laptop" He cut the connection when i told him to go away in short jerky movements..

Should have said have you seen the price of stamps these days? I can't afford to send anything!

Guest

That! I will keep in mind Teabag.... Laughing

Subject: Re: Having fun 31/3/2012, 07:56

Gordon. wrote:: Got another call today..A very well spoken gentleman of asian extraction informed me that i was sending out viruses and he would fix it in a flash..When i told him i had no PC his reply was "It must be your laptop" He cut the connection when i told him to go away in short jerky movements..

So, it's you!!! Rolling Eyes

Subject: Re: Having fun 31/3/2012, 20:42

Gordon. wrote:: Got another call today..A very well spoken gentleman of asian extraction informed me that i was sending out viruses and he would fix it in a flash..When i told him i had no PC his reply was "It must be your laptop" He cut the connection when i told him to go away in short jerky movements..

It was me Gen Gordon my old beansprout lol!

Subject: Re: Having fun 31/3/2012, 23:35

I'm sure he was the NAFFI door man in Iserlohn in 64. The give away is his first medal, " The Order Of The Sugar Spoon On A Chain". clown

Then again on second look he does have a resemblance to a fella I saw working the door in the Union Jack Club, last time I was there.

Subject: Re: Having fun 1/4/2012, 07:35

Nah, the doorman at the UJ Club wore a Top Hat! Laughing

Subject: Re: Having fun 1/4/2012, 22:43

Hardrats
What is your new avatar,did tey go back to trade badges on the green uniforms?
Tony