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By (user no longer on site) OP over a year ago

Hope you got your giro in time for this lovely bank holiday weekend

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

Little bit harsh isn’t it? Not everyone signing on is a dosser!

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By *stellaWoman over a year ago

London

Mmmm, not quite sure of the intent behind this post. If it’s humour, it’s rather tasteless.

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By *ittle_brat_evie!!Woman over a year ago

evesham

"Little bit harsh isn’t it? Not everyone signing on is a dosser! "

Did he call them a dosser?

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

Imma be jobless soon

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

Are giros still a thing?

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By *pider-WomanWoman over a year ago

Exeter, Bristol, Plymouth, Truro

"Imma be jobless soon

Having a child is the most important job you'll ever do with that comes the greatest rewards in our life.

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

"Imma be jobless soon

Having a child is the most important job you'll ever do with that comes the greatest rewards in our life. "

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By *icecouple561Couple over a year ago
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East Sussex

I hope anyone who's jobless has money to tide them over too. Its really difficult to access help over a bank holiday

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By *andybeachWoman over a year ago

In the middle

"Hope you got your giro in time for this lovely bank holiday weekend

Ohh dear oh dear

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By (user no longer on site) OP over a year ago

"Little bit harsh isn’t it? Not everyone signing on is a dosser! "

Didn't say they was

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

"Little bit harsh isn’t it? Not everyone signing on is a dosser!

Didn't say they was"

What was your intent with this thread? It is open to interpretation...

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

"Little bit harsh isn’t it? Not everyone signing on is a dosser!

Didn't say they was

What was your intent with this thread? It is open to interpretation..."

Dude's just having a laugh, give the guy a brake or move on and ignore

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

"Little bit harsh isn’t it? Not everyone signing on is a dosser!

Didn't say they was

What was your intent with this thread? It is open to interpretation...

Dude's just having a laugh, give the guy a brake or move on and ignore

Break even....

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By * Lexi xWoman over a year ago

stockport

"Hope you got your giro in time for this lovely bank holiday weekend

Cheque cashed..... where we going

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By (user no longer on site) OP over a year ago

"Little bit harsh isn’t it? Not everyone signing on is a dosser!

Didn't say they was

What was your intent with this thread? It is open to interpretation..."

What ever your interpretation is, just go with that

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By (user no longer on site) OP over a year ago

"Hope you got your giro in time for this lovely bank holiday weekend

Cheque cashed..... where we going

Bed?

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By *gnitemybodyWoman over a year ago

Onestepoutofthedoor

"Little bit harsh isn’t it? Not everyone signing on is a dosser!

Didn't say they was

What was your intent with this thread? It is open to interpretation...

Dude's just having a laugh, give the guy a brake or move on and ignore

Yep having no money is a barrel of laughs init.

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

"Little bit harsh isn’t it? Not everyone signing on is a dosser!

Didn't say they was

What was your intent with this thread? It is open to interpretation...

Dude's just having a laugh, give the guy a brake or move on and ignore

Yep having no money is a barrel of laughs init."

Humour is wasted on some folks, offense taken not given innit....

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By (user no longer on site) OP over a year ago

"Little bit harsh isn’t it? Not everyone signing on is a dosser!

Didn't say they was

What was your intent with this thread? It is open to interpretation...

Dude's just having a laugh, give the guy a brake or move on and ignore

Yep having no money is a barrel of laughs init."

How would you know? You've got thousands under your mattress....so I've heard

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By *gnitemybodyWoman over a year ago

Onestepoutofthedoor

"Little bit harsh isn’t it? Not everyone signing on is a dosser!

Didn't say they was

What was your intent with this thread? It is open to interpretation...

Dude's just having a laugh, give the guy a brake or move on and ignore

Yep having no money is a barrel of laughs init.

How would you know? You've got thousands under your mattress....so I've heard

Yeah I really must do something about that,it's making my mattress lumpy.

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By (user no longer on site) OP over a year ago

"Little bit harsh isn’t it? Not everyone signing on is a dosser!

Didn't say they was

What was your intent with this thread? It is open to interpretation...

Dude's just having a laugh, give the guy a brake or move on and ignore

Yep having no money is a barrel of laughs init.

How would you know? You've got thousands under your mattress....so I've heard

Yeah I really must do something about that,it's making my mattress lumpy."

Memory foam mattress will sort that out

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

Interesting to see how this goes

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By *arlomaleMan over a year ago

darlington

Shout out to the smug Fuckers who’ve got a job

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By (user no longer on site) OP over a year ago

"Shout out to the smug Fuckers who’ve got a job

Here here biatch!

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

"Little bit harsh isn’t it? Not everyone signing on is a dosser!

Didn't say they was

What was your intent with this thread? It is open to interpretation...

Dude's just having a laugh, give the guy a brake or move on and ignore

I don't think it's funny!

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By (user no longer on site) OP over a year ago

"Little bit harsh isn’t it? Not everyone signing on is a dosser!

Didn't say they was

What was your intent with this thread? It is open to interpretation...

Dude's just having a laugh, give the guy a brake or move on and ignore

I don't think it's funny! "

Jokes are often subjective

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

Apparently not

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By *oxy_minxWoman over a year ago

Scotland - Aberdeen

I know you have a strange sense of humour but even I find it comes with a bitter taste in my mouth, I just don't see the humour in this at all without some further substance to what your subject matter is actually about

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

"Hope you got your giro in time for this lovely bank holiday weekend

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

"Hope you got your giro in time for this lovely bank holiday weekend

I hope you never need to rely on our system for help. Can happen to anyone

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

"I know you have a strange sense of humour but even I find it comes with a bitter taste in my mouth, I just don't see the humour in this at all without some further substance to what your subject matter is actually about

I think you missed the very subtle point the Op was trying to make.

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By (user no longer on site) OP over a year ago

"Hope you got your giro in time for this lovely bank holiday weekend

I hope you never need to rely on our system for help. Can happen to anyone "

I have relied on it. But I never spent the money on getting pissed up

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

"Hope you got your giro in time for this lovely bank holiday weekend

I hope you never need to rely on our system for help. Can happen to anyone

I have relied on it. But I never spent the money on getting pissed up"

So because its a bank holiday people on benefits are going to use all their money getting pissed!!

Is that the subtle point?

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

"Hope you got your giro in time for this lovely bank holiday weekend

I hope you never need to rely on our system for help. Can happen to anyone

I have relied on it. But I never spent the money on getting pissed up"

You can’t assume every person claiming benefits is doing that! Lots of reasons behind people’s substance abuse including mental health.

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By (user no longer on site) OP over a year ago

"Hope you got your giro in time for this lovely bank holiday weekend

I hope you never need to rely on our system for help. Can happen to anyone

I have relied on it. But I never spent the money on getting pissed up

You can’t assume every person claiming benefits is doing that! Lots of reasons behind people’s substance abuse including mental health. "

I didn't

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

"Hope you got your giro in time for this lovely bank holiday weekend

I hope you never need to rely on our system for help. Can happen to anyone

I have relied on it. But I never spent the money on getting pissed up

You can’t assume every person claiming benefits is doing that! Lots of reasons behind people’s substance abuse including mental health. "

Hang on, not everyone on benefits has an addiction.

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By (user no longer on site) OP over a year ago

"Hope you got your giro in time for this lovely bank holiday weekend

I hope you never need to rely on our system for help. Can happen to anyone

I have relied on it. But I never spent the money on getting pissed up

So because its a bank holiday people on benefits are going to use all their money getting pissed!!

Is that the subtle point?

Some are, yes

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By (user no longer on site) OP over a year ago

"Hope you got your giro in time for this lovely bank holiday weekend

I hope you never need to rely on our system for help. Can happen to anyone

I have relied on it. But I never spent the money on getting pissed up

You can’t assume every person claiming benefits is doing that! Lots of reasons behind people’s substance abuse including mental health.

Hang on, not everyone on benefits has an addiction. "

Again, didn't say they did

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

"Hope you got your giro in time for this lovely bank holiday weekend

I hope you never need to rely on our system for help. Can happen to anyone

I have relied on it. But I never spent the money on getting pissed up

You can’t assume every person claiming benefits is doing that! Lots of reasons behind people’s substance abuse including mental health.

Hang on, not everyone on benefits has an addiction. "

Jesus I know that. You’ve read it not how it’s intended

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By (user no longer on site) OP over a year ago

"Hope you got your giro in time for this lovely bank holiday weekend

I hope you never need to rely on our system for help. Can happen to anyone

I have relied on it. But I never spent the money on getting pissed up

You can’t assume every person claiming benefits is doing that! Lots of reasons behind people’s substance abuse including mental health.

Hang on, not everyone on benefits has an addiction.

Jesus I know that. You’ve read it not how it’s intended "

Really annoying when people have misinterpreted what you've said isn't it

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

"Hope you got your giro in time for this lovely bank holiday weekend

I hope you never need to rely on our system for help. Can happen to anyone

I have relied on it. But I never spent the money on getting pissed up

You can’t assume every person claiming benefits is doing that! Lots of reasons behind people’s substance abuse including mental health.

Hang on, not everyone on benefits has an addiction.

Jesus I know that. You’ve read it not how it’s intended

Really annoying when people have misinterpreted what you've said isn't it"

But your initial post was intended to provoke and you knew this.

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

"Hope you got your giro in time for this lovely bank holiday weekend

I hope you never need to rely on our system for help. Can happen to anyone

I have relied on it. But I never spent the money on getting pissed up

You can’t assume every person claiming benefits is doing that! Lots of reasons behind people’s substance abuse including mental health.

Hang on, not everyone on benefits has an addiction.

Jesus I know that. You’ve read it not how it’s intended

Really annoying when people have misinterpreted what you've said isn't it"

Sorry what has anyone misinterpreted!

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By (user no longer on site) OP over a year ago

"Hope you got your giro in time for this lovely bank holiday weekend

I hope you never need to rely on our system for help. Can happen to anyone

I have relied on it. But I never spent the money on getting pissed up

You can’t assume every person claiming benefits is doing that! Lots of reasons behind people’s substance abuse including mental health.

Hang on, not everyone on benefits has an addiction.

Jesus I know that. You’ve read it not how it’s intended

Really annoying when people have misinterpreted what you've said isn't it

But your initial post was intended to provoke and you knew this. "

And it worked, job done

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

"Hope you got your giro in time for this lovely bank holiday weekend

I hope you never need to rely on our system for help. Can happen to anyone

I have relied on it. But I never spent the money on getting pissed up

You can’t assume every person claiming benefits is doing that! Lots of reasons behind people’s substance abuse including mental health.

Hang on, not everyone on benefits has an addiction.

Again, didn't say they did"

Again, I didn't say you did!

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

"Hope you got your giro in time for this lovely bank holiday weekend

I hope you never need to rely on our system for help. Can happen to anyone

I have relied on it. But I never spent the money on getting pissed up

You can’t assume every person claiming benefits is doing that! Lots of reasons behind people’s substance abuse including mental health.

Hang on, not everyone on benefits has an addiction.

Jesus I know that. You’ve read it not how it’s intended

Really annoying when people have misinterpreted what you've said isn't it

But your initial post was intended to provoke and you knew this.

And it worked, job done"

Oh what a lovely chap, if your sole intention was to provoke.

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

Lol great post and great profile too!

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By *ara JTV/TS over a year ago

Bristol East

"Hope you got your giro in time for this lovely bank holiday weekend

Feeling a bit superior, are you?

Needing someone to look down your nose at?

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

"Imma be jobless soon

Having a child is the most important job you'll ever do with that comes the greatest rewards in our life. "

Well said!

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

" what your subject matter is actually about

It’s basically from a meme that does the rounds on social media every time there is a bank holiday.

It’s aimed at people without a job and why are they getting excited about a bank holiday which is a day off for most people. When they don’t have a job to go to.

In other words, it’s sterotyping

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

"Imma be jobless soon

Having a child is the most important job you'll ever do with that comes the greatest rewards in our life.

Well said! "

I know and I agree - but I do love my job so much

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By *SAchickWoman over a year ago

Hillside desolate

"Imma be jobless soon

Having a child is the most important job you'll ever do with that comes the greatest rewards in our life.

Well said!

I know and I agree - but I do love my job so much "

Do you have to quit? Don't you have the option of maternity leave and going back after a bit?

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By *oenjess2003Couple over a year ago

St Helens/ Forres

"I hope anyone who's jobless has money to tide them over too. Its really difficult to access help over a bank holiday "

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

"Imma be jobless soon

Having a child is the most important job you'll ever do with that comes the greatest rewards in our life.

Well said!

I know and I agree - but I do love my job so much

Do you have to quit? Don't you have the option of maternity leave and going back after a bit? "

Ironically, I can’t afford to work

With childcare costs I’d be paying more for nursery fees than what I actually earn. Gonna stay on the supply bank though and work when I can. Both my parents and C’s parents are young, so all work full time and can’t help out

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By *oxy_minxWoman over a year ago

Scotland - Aberdeen

I think you missed the very subtle point the Op was trying to make."

It was obviously said so VERY subtly that even you got it, but it seems that the rest of us didn't

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By *SAchickWoman over a year ago

Hillside desolate

"Imma be jobless soon

Having a child is the most important job you'll ever do with that comes the greatest rewards in our life.

Well said!

I know and I agree - but I do love my job so much

Do you have to quit? Don't you have the option of maternity leave and going back after a bit?

Ironically, I can’t afford to work

Aw that's a shame, aye childcare costs are pretty ridiculous. You'll have a great time with your wee one though, and when they hit nursery age you can always look at going back to work

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

"Imma be jobless soon

Having a child is the most important job you'll ever do with that comes the greatest rewards in our life.

Well said!

I know and I agree - but I do love my job so much

Do you have to quit? Don't you have the option of maternity leave and going back after a bit?

Ironically, I can’t afford to work

Aw that's a shame, aye childcare costs are pretty ridiculous. You'll have a great time with your wee one though, and when they hit nursery age you can always look at going back to work

That’s the plan

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

"Imma be jobless soon

Having a child is the most important job you'll ever do with that comes the greatest rewards in our life.

Well said!

I know and I agree - but I do love my job so much

Do you have to quit? Don't you have the option of maternity leave and going back after a bit?

Ironically, I can’t afford to work

Don't you get a certain amount of free childcare a week? Iv never really looked to it as I don't children but it's worth checking out.

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

I think you missed the very subtle point the Op was trying to make.

It was obviously said so VERY subtly that even you got it, but it seems that the rest of us didn't

Sorry to hear you didn’t get it.

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

"Imma be jobless soon

Having a child is the most important job you'll ever do with that comes the greatest rewards in our life.

Well said!

I know and I agree - but I do love my job so much

Do you have to quit? Don't you have the option of maternity leave and going back after a bit?

Ironically, I can’t afford to work

Don't you get a certain amount of free childcare a week? Iv never really looked to it as I don't children but it's worth checking out. "

Not enough to cover it. C would even get childcare vouchers through his work but that doesn’t even help much

It’s all fine though. I always said I wanted to be at home for at least the first few years. I just adore my job and will miss it while I’m not there!

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By *nabelle21Woman over a year ago

B38

"Imma be jobless soon

Having a child is the most important job you'll ever do with that comes the greatest rewards in our life.

Well said!

I know and I agree - but I do love my job so much

Do you have to quit? Don't you have the option of maternity leave and going back after a bit?

Ironically, I can’t afford to work

That's a tough one not affording to be able to go to work. When my grandson was born and my daughter was ready to go back to work we worked as a family. It wasn't easy as I work full time. We pitched in as much as we could. I really feel for people with no support system and who find themselves reliant on the state.. I've been and it wasnt much fun. Needs must and all that.

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

"Interesting to see how this goes

Its already gone....downwards

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

"Imma be jobless soon

Having a child is the most important job you'll ever do with that comes the greatest rewards in our life.

Well said!

I know and I agree - but I do love my job so much

Do you have to quit? Don't you have the option of maternity leave and going back after a bit?

Ironically, I can’t afford to work

Don't you get a certain amount of free childcare a week? Iv never really looked to it as I don't children but it's worth checking out.

Not enough to cover it. C would even get childcare vouchers through his work but that doesn’t even help much

It’s all fine though. I always said I wanted to be at home for at least the first few years. I just adore my job and will miss it while I’m not there!"

Oh that's a shame but at least he gets your tax allowance so I guess that will help.

I know what you mean, but at least staying on bank you can keep your hand in.

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

"Shout out to the smug Fuckers who’ve got a job

"
I got a job many many years ago through serving an apprenticeship. Poor pay for few years.

My now reasonably paid job provides for my family.

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

"Hope you got your giro in time for this lovely bank holiday weekend

The house of Lord's and Westminster MPs!

Don't get giro's? But I agree that they are all good for nothing dossers.

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By *ittle_brat_evie!!Woman over a year ago

evesham

"Hope you got your giro in time for this lovely bank holiday weekend

I hope you never need to rely on our system for help. Can happen to anyone

I have relied on it. But I never spent the money on getting pissed up"

You never spent a single penny of your benefits in anything but essentials? No take aways, no booze, no nights out? Just gas, electric, basic food items?

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By *2000ManMan over a year ago

Worthing

o/p very insensitive. I've been out of work a couple of times.

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By *ugby 123Couple over a year ago
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O o O oo

"Little bit harsh isn’t it? Not everyone signing on is a dosser!

Didn't say they was

What was your intent with this thread? It is open to interpretation...

Dude's just having a laugh, give the guy a brake or move on and ignore

I don't think it's funny!

Jokes are often subjective"

So what exactly was the joke?

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

"Hope you got your giro in time for this lovely bank holiday weekend

Why? It wouldn't give em enough for any jollies

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By *ugby 123Couple over a year ago
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O o O oo

"Imma be jobless soon

Having a child is the most important job you'll ever do with that comes the greatest rewards in our life.

Well said!

I know and I agree - but I do love my job so much

Do you have to quit? Don't you have the option of maternity leave and going back after a bit?

Ironically, I can’t afford to work

Aw that's a shame,)"

It isn't a shame as she gets to be with her baby when she/ he is young. It is a great thing to be in that position if it is what you wanted to do

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By *ranny-CrumpetWoman over a year ago

The Town by The Cross

"Hope you got your giro in time for this lovely bank holiday weekend

Thank you sweetheart. We don't get GIROs now. I have my unemployment benefit paid into my offshore bank account. It pays for the cleaner in my Swiss chalet xxx

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

"Little bit harsh isn’t it? Not everyone signing on is a dosser!

Didn't say they was

What was your intent with this thread? It is open to interpretation...

Dude's just having a laugh, give the guy a brake or move on and ignore

I don't think it's funny!

Jokes are often subjective

So what exactly was the joke?"

I'm not sure there was one. Ppl look for what they want to see, some posters just have random thoughts and post, I don't see a problem with that and at least he's entertaining some miserable bastards and helping them to feel morally superior and increasing their sense of self importance. When ppl post in here it seems many others take things personally and think the post is all about them rather than the op, innit....

Joy and peace to you all. I'm sat on the blue sofa and super happy and content rn like a bank holiday winner

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By *ranny-CrumpetWoman over a year ago

The Town by The Cross

Xperia x

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By *ranny-CrumpetWoman over a year ago

The Town by The Cross

Not to mention the deliberate twisters.

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

"Little bit harsh isn’t it? Not everyone signing on is a dosser!

Didn't say they was

What was your intent with this thread? It is open to interpretation...

Dude's just having a laugh, give the guy a brake or move on and ignore

I don't think it's funny!

Jokes are often subjective

So what exactly was the joke?

Joy and peace to you all. I'm sat on the blue sofa and super happy and content rn like a bank holiday winner

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

Tbh at first glance I took a smidgen of offence being on jsa myself but I know it's ment as a joke so no harm here and to answer your question nope I sadly am left skint this weekend

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By *ugby 123Couple over a year ago
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O o O oo

"Little bit harsh isn’t it? Not everyone signing on is a dosser!

Didn't say they was

What was your intent with this thread? It is open to interpretation...

Dude's just having a laugh, give the guy a brake or move on and ignore

I don't think it's funny!

Jokes are often subjective

So what exactly was the joke?

Joy and peace to you all. I'm sat on the blue sofa and super happy and content rn like a bank holiday winner

To be fair, I asked the OP the question in reply to his post. I am sure he can answer for himself

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By *gnitemybodyWoman over a year ago

Onestepoutofthedoor

"Little bit harsh isn’t it? Not everyone signing on is a dosser!

Didn't say they was

What was your intent with this thread? It is open to interpretation...

Dude's just having a laugh, give the guy a brake or move on and ignore

I don't think it's funny!

Jokes are often subjective

So what exactly was the joke?

Joy and peace to you all. I'm sat on the blue sofa and super happy and content rn like a bank holiday winner

You said "Dude's just having a laugh, give the guy a brake or move on and ignore". All others are saying is they don't find it funny. Maybe for them they don't find povery amusing and why shouldn't they take it personally if they themselves are in that position. Struggling financially isn't to be ridiculed.

Perhaps I don't have a sense of humour. I'd put a laughing emoji,but apologies I don't use them.

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By *sGivesWoodWoman over a year ago

ST. AUSTELL, CORNWALL

I think you missed the very subtle point the Op was trying to make."

Which was?

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

"Tbh at first glance I took a smidgen of offence being on jsa myself but I know it's ment as a joke so no harm here and to answer your question nope I sadly am left skint this weekend "

What day do you get the money?

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By *arkb73Man over a year ago

Cheshire/Staffs

"Hope you got your giro in time for this lovely bank holiday weekend

They call it universal credit now and people are killing them selves because of it.

Yeah, really funny

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By *gnitemybodyWoman over a year ago

Onestepoutofthedoor

"Tbh at first glance I took a smidgen of offence being on jsa myself but I know it's ment as a joke so no harm here and to answer your question nope I sadly am left skint this weekend "

You don't mind if certain people have a laugh at your expense do you? It's only a laugh afterall.

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

"Little bit harsh isn’t it? Not everyone signing on is a dosser!

Didn't say they was

What was your intent with this thread? It is open to interpretation...

Dude's just having a laugh, give the guy a brake or move on and ignore

I don't think it's funny!

Jokes are often subjective

So what exactly was the joke?

Joy and peace to you all. I'm sat on the blue sofa and super happy and content rn like a bank holiday winner

To be fair, I asked the OP the question in reply to his post. I am sure he can answer for himself"

Not being funny but you posted "what exactly was the joke?" in a public forum..... My reply was just my take on it, to say the joke is maybe inside his head and there's nothing wrong in that, and ppl are seeing offense that wasn't intended, thats just my personal view however. If you've seen his other posts you'll get a sense of his humour and that he's provocative but not offensive. Personally I see that as healthy and it breaks down some of the barriers and fears that can make this place a bit sterile at times.

I'm sure he'll answer you in due course, now that he's aware that you were directing your question at him

(I hope nobody but you replies to this reply because obv it was just for you) (also hope everyone can see the humour in this)

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By *ugby 123Couple over a year ago
Forum Mod

O o O oo

Not being funny but you posted "what exactly was the joke?" in a public forum.....

I did, it was a question to a person, hence the question mark. If you want to answer for a person by all means do that, but it isn't your answer I was interested in so why I said I am sure he can speak for himself

your last sentence is a tad childish

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By *stellaWoman over a year ago

London

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

We're all big children, innit

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By *stellaWoman over a year ago

London

Xperia, on the one hand you say he’s having a joke, on the other you say you’re not sure there’s a joke there - is there room for some people to find the post rather tasteless (regardless of whatever the intent is) without you labelling them as not being able to take a joke, or looking for offense - can it not simply be something that a number of people felt they wanted to comment and say they found it tasteless?

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By *gnitemybodyWoman over a year ago

Onestepoutofthedoor

"Xperia, on the one hand you say he’s having a joke, on the other you say you’re not sure there’s a joke there - is there room for some people to find the post rather tasteless (regardless of whatever the intent is) without you labelling them as not being able to take a joke, or looking for offensive - can it not simply be something that a number of people felt they wanted to comment and say they found it tasteless?

Thumbs up. Love heart. Love heart makes comments all ok.

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By *stellaWoman over a year ago

London

Thumbs up. Love heart. Love heart makes comments all ok."

Innit

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

"Tbh at first glance I took a smidgen of offence being on jsa myself but I know it's ment as a joke so no harm here and to answer your question nope I sadly am left skint this weekend

You don't mind if certain people have a laugh at your expense do you? It's only a laugh afterall."
tbh nope don't mind and also don't care about them laughing at my financial situation just because I'm on jsa that doesn't define who I really am plus people who need to poke fun at things like that really need to ask themselves are they really happy

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By *ugby 123Couple over a year ago
Forum Mod

O o O oo

I am missing the joke though, what exactly was it...does anyone know?

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By *stellaWoman over a year ago

London

"I am missing the joke though, what exactly was it...does anyone know?"

Not the foggiest.

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

Thumbs up. Love heart. Love heart makes comments all ok.

Innit

Yeah, what is that all about....

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

"I am missing the joke though, what exactly was it...does anyone know?

Not the foggiest."

X 2

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

I don't see the joke but also don't see whats wrong with the original post

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By *nabelle21Woman over a year ago

B38

I can't see there was a joke in any context.

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By *gnitemybodyWoman over a year ago

Onestepoutofthedoor

Thumbs up. Love heart. Love heart makes comments all ok.

Innit

Yeah man

Love heart

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

"I am missing the joke though, what exactly was it...does anyone know?"
I think it's about those out of work who celebrate bank holiday even though they'd not be working anyway. Emphasis on 'I think'.

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By *ugby 123Couple over a year ago
Forum Mod

O o O oo

"I don't see the joke but also don't see whats wrong with the original post "

There is nothing wrong with the post if that's what he wants to post.

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

I think it could be the fact he said giro that's causing offence lol

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

"Xperia, on the one hand you say he’s having a joke, on the other you say you’re not sure there’s a joke there - is there room for some people to find the post rather tasteless (regardless of whatever the intent is) without you labelling them as not being able to take a joke, or looking for offense - can it not simply be something that a number of people felt they wanted to comment and say they found it tasteless?

Absolutely my love, we can ALL comment with our own opinion as far as I see it, that was mine, just to say I won't demonise the OP because I don't think he meant anything bad, neither do I, my point stands, now ppl with see more into my own comment than I meant and they will take it personally too, innit

Mon mentality.....

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By *ugby 123Couple over a year ago
Forum Mod

O o O oo

"I am missing the joke though, what exactly was it...does anyone know? I think it's about those out of work who celebrate bank holiday even though they'd not be working anyway. Emphasis on 'I think'. "

Ah, that could explain it, thanks.

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

"Xperia, on the one hand you say he’s having a joke, on the other you say you’re not sure there’s a joke there - is there room for some people to find the post rather tasteless (regardless of whatever the intent is) without you labelling them as not being able to take a joke, or looking for offense - can it not simply be something that a number of people felt they wanted to comment and say they found it tasteless?

Mon mentality.....

Mob even...

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

"Xperia, on the one hand you say he’s having a joke, on the other you say you’re not sure there’s a joke there - is there room for some people to find the post rather tasteless (regardless of whatever the intent is) without you labelling them as not being able to take a joke, or looking for offense - can it not simply be something that a number of people felt they wanted to comment and say they found it tasteless?

Mon mentality.....

"
why the switch to a different account?

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By *nabelle21Woman over a year ago

B38

Oh ok...crap joke though

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

"Xperia, on the one hand you say he’s having a joke, on the other you say you’re not sure there’s a joke there - is there room for some people to find the post rather tasteless (regardless of whatever the intent is) without you labelling them as not being able to take a joke, or looking for offense - can it not simply be something that a number of people felt they wanted to comment and say they found it tasteless?

Mon mentality.....

why the switch to a different account?"

No reason, I use both buddy, we get messages to both....

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By *stellaWoman over a year ago

London

"Xperia, on the one hand you say he’s having a joke, on the other you say you’re not sure there’s a joke there - is there room for some people to find the post rather tasteless (regardless of whatever the intent is) without you labelling them as not being able to take a joke, or looking for offense - can it not simply be something that a number of people felt they wanted to comment and say they found it tasteless?

Mon mentality.....

I don’t agree that thinking a comment made is tasteless is demonising the OP or even taking it personally, I think *you* may be seeing more into people’s comments there.

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By *stellaWoman over a year ago

London

Also just because a number of people think something is tasteless doesn’t mean it’s “mob mentality” - again, I think you’re reading far too much into this.

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By *gnitemybodyWoman over a year ago

Onestepoutofthedoor

"Xperia, on the one hand you say he’s having a joke, on the other you say you’re not sure there’s a joke there - is there room for some people to find the post rather tasteless (regardless of whatever the intent is) without you labelling them as not being able to take a joke, or looking for offense - can it not simply be something that a number of people felt they wanted to comment and say they found it tasteless?

Mon mentality.....

Mob even...

No it's simply a difference in opinion,not a mob mentality. That's just being dramatic. In my opinion.

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

"Xperia, on the one hand you say he’s having a joke, on the other you say you’re not sure there’s a joke there - is there room for some people to find the post rather tasteless (regardless of whatever the intent is) without you labelling them as not being able to take a joke, or looking for offense - can it not simply be something that a number of people felt they wanted to comment and say they found it tasteless?

Mon mentality.....

why the switch to a different account?

No reason, I use both buddy, we get messages to both.... "
could get confusing is all.

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By *gnitemybodyWoman over a year ago

Onestepoutofthedoor

"Also just because a number of people think something is tasteless doesn’t mean it’s “mob mentality” - again, I think you’re reading far too much into this.

Love heart

I'll stop doing that now.

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

"Also just because a number of people think something is tasteless doesn’t mean it’s “mob mentality” - again, I think you’re reading far too much into this.

I'll just stay quiet now then, I just thought ppl were getting angry over something that wasn't there, I didn't mean any ill will...

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

"Also just because a number of people think something is tasteless doesn’t mean it’s “mob mentality” - again, I think you’re reading far too much into this.

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

"Also just because a number of people think something is tasteless doesn’t mean it’s “mob mentality” - again, I think you’re reading far too much into this.

I'll just stay quiet now then, I just thought ppl were getting angry over something that wasn't there, I didn't mean any ill will...

OP has already said you can interpret it as you wish

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By *cgkcCouple over a year ago

Hitchin

I think this kind of sneering humour is the sort of thing one grows out of. 'There but for the grace of God' and all that.

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By *stellaWoman over a year ago

London

"Also just because a number of people think something is tasteless doesn’t mean it’s “mob mentality” - again, I think you’re reading far too much into this.

I'll just stay quiet now then, I just thought ppl were getting angry over something that wasn't there, I didn't mean any ill will...

No, it’s cool to disagree, and OP has every right to post his thread. Others have the same right to express how they feel about it (within site rules) and/or to ask for clarification about it, or to answer each other, as you’ve done and I’ve done.

All is good.

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

"Also just because a number of people think something is tasteless doesn’t mean it’s “mob mentality” - again, I think you’re reading far too much into this.

Love heart

I'll stop doing that now."
straight faced emoji

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

Sometimes I just think wtf?!

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By (user no longer on site) OP over a year ago

"Also just because a number of people think something is tasteless doesn’t mean it’s “mob mentality” - again, I think you’re reading far too much into this.

I'll just stay quiet now then, I just thought ppl were getting angry over something that wasn't there, I didn't mean any ill will...

OP has already said you can interpret it as you wish

And everyone is more than welcome to do just that.

Xperia has been pretty much spot on with his.

Some people have read way too much into it. But hey, it happens

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

"Also just because a number of people think something is tasteless doesn’t mean it’s “mob mentality” - again, I think you’re reading far too much into this.

I'll just stay quiet now then, I just thought ppl were getting angry over something that wasn't there, I didn't mean any ill will...

OP has already said you can interpret it as you wish

And everyone is more than welcome to do just that.

Xperia has been pretty much spot on with his.

Some people have read way too much into it. But hey, it happens "

But thing is cakie, you knew it would happen

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By (user no longer on site) OP over a year ago

"Also just because a number of people think something is tasteless doesn’t mean it’s “mob mentality” - again, I think you’re reading far too much into this.

I'll just stay quiet now then, I just thought ppl were getting angry over something that wasn't there, I didn't mean any ill will...

OP has already said you can interpret it as you wish

And everyone is more than welcome to do just that.

Xperia has been pretty much spot on with his.

Some people have read way too much into it. But hey, it happens

But thing is cakie, you knew it would happen

I knew it might happen

Might being the key word here

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

"Also just because a number of people think something is tasteless doesn’t mean it’s “mob mentality” - again, I think you’re reading far too much into this.

I'll just stay quiet now then, I just thought ppl were getting angry over something that wasn't there, I didn't mean any ill will...

I knew what you were saying and I agree with you. I don't think you or the OP meant any ill will.

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By *stellaWoman over a year ago

London

"Also just because a number of people think something is tasteless doesn’t mean it’s “mob mentality” - again, I think you’re reading far too much into this.

I'll just stay quiet now then, I just thought ppl were getting angry over something that wasn't there, I didn't mean any ill will...

I knew what you were saying and I agree with you. I don't think you or the OP meant any ill will. "

I didn’t think he meant ill will; still tasteless though

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

"Also just because a number of people think something is tasteless doesn’t mean it’s “mob mentality” - again, I think you’re reading far too much into this.

I'll just stay quiet now then, I just thought ppl were getting angry over something that wasn't there, I didn't mean any ill will...

OP has already said you can interpret it as you wish

And everyone is more than welcome to do just that.

Xperia has been pretty much spot on with his.

Some people have read way too much into it. But hey, it happens

But thing is cakie, you knew it would happen

I knew it might happen

Might being the key word here

Inevitable is probably a better word

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By *iss_tressWoman over a year ago

London

"I think this kind of sneering humour is the sort of thing one grows out of. 'There but for the grace of God' and all that.

Mr"

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

I get why some people have a divided view on this thread.

But honestly in a area such as great yarmouth it is all so common to see and hear. How the small number of people get their monthly universal credit and poof they are skint after 2 days.. it's no wonder why social media and the media highlight it to make people even more divided and conflict amongst people.

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By *ntrigued32Couple over a year ago

Nottingham

"Hope you got your giro in time for this lovely bank holiday weekend

The Jobless ones? Probably better to have called it “those claiming benefits” if you’re hoping that their “giros” come in time

I know many Jobless ones who choose not to work or claim benefits and they have more than likely got more money (under the bed

) than I could spend

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

"Also just because a number of people think something is tasteless doesn’t mean it’s “mob mentality” - again, I think you’re reading far too much into this.

I'll just stay quiet now then, I just thought ppl were getting angry over something that wasn't there, I didn't mean any ill will...

I knew what you were saying and I agree with you. I don't think you or the OP meant any ill will. "

Exactly..

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

Someone once said in the forum that people are here to play adult games. Unfortunately many have childish minds.

Don’t know why that phrase sprung to mind reading this thread.

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By *stellaWoman over a year ago

London

"Also just because a number of people think something is tasteless doesn’t mean it’s “mob mentality” - again, I think you’re reading far too much into this.

I'll just stay quiet now then, I just thought ppl were getting angry over something that wasn't there, I didn't mean any ill will...

I knew what you were saying and I agree with you. I don't think you or the OP meant any ill will.

Exactly..

Is this mob mentality Saff, you and X?

(This is a joke!!

)

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

...I think the "joke" may be this actual place and we're all part of it sadly....

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

"...I think the "joke" may be this actual place and we're all part of it sadly....

What’s ‘this actual place’ ? Fab? The forums? The lounge? This thread?

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

"Also just because a number of people think something is tasteless doesn’t mean it’s “mob mentality” - again, I think you’re reading far too much into this.

I'll just stay quiet now then, I just thought ppl were getting angry over something that wasn't there, I didn't mean any ill will...

I knew what you were saying and I agree with you. I don't think you or the OP meant any ill will.

Exactly..

Is this mob mentality Saff, you and X?

(This is a joke!!

I spend most of my time rolling my eyes at his homour.. he's adorable really..

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

"...I think the "joke" may be this actual place and we're all part of it sadly....

What’s ‘this actual place’ ? Fab? The forums? The lounge? This thread?"

Sadly I can't comment

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By *stellaWoman over a year ago

London

"Also just because a number of people think something is tasteless doesn’t mean it’s “mob mentality” - again, I think you’re reading far too much into this.

I'll just stay quiet now then, I just thought ppl were getting angry over something that wasn't there, I didn't mean any ill will...

I knew what you were saying and I agree with you. I don't think you or the OP meant any ill will.

Exactly..

Is this mob mentality Saff, you and X?

(This is a joke!!

)

I spend most of my time rolling my eyes at his homour.. he's adorable really..

We all are

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

"...I think the "joke" may be this actual place and we're all part of it sadly....

What’s ‘this actual place’ ? Fab? The forums? The lounge? This thread?

Sadly I can't comment

But you made the comment?

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

Wrong audience for that type of joke, I've noticed there's way more unemployed people use fab than other places.

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By *irth.Minge.FireMan over a year ago

Seen in far off places

Crikey, we're up at over 130 posts to this thread about joblessness and I haven't yet muttered anything about Jeremy Kyle, Sports Direct or Asda

Girthy Boy, you're slacking in the haze of BH weekend exuberance...

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By *abs..Woman over a year ago

I think people should contribute to society if they claim benefits. We all have to contribute to reap the rewards. Benefits are there for a reason, some abuse it and some really are in need. I have no objection if people need it but I don’t see any good reason why they can’t give something back to society. If I didn’t have a job I would volunteer just to be out there doing something and making a difference.

This thread? The OP knew what would happen and perhaps feels it has been a success? I don’t know. Just asking

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

"Also just because a number of people think something is tasteless doesn’t mean it’s “mob mentality” - again, I think you’re reading far too much into this.

I'll just stay quiet now then, I just thought ppl were getting angry over something that wasn't there, I didn't mean any ill will...

I knew what you were saying and I agree with you. I don't think you or the OP meant any ill will.

Exactly..

Is this mob mentality Saff, you and X?

(This is a joke!!

)

I spend most of my time rolling my eyes at his homour.. he's adorable really..

We all are

Ha ya yup.. I get it.

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By *ugby 123Couple over a year ago
Forum Mod

O o O oo

"Also just because a number of people think something is tasteless doesn’t mean it’s “mob mentality” - again, I think you’re reading far too much into this.

I'll just stay quiet now then, I just thought ppl were getting angry over something that wasn't there, I didn't mean any ill will...

OP has already said you can interpret it as you wish

And everyone is more than welcome to do just that.

Xperia has been pretty much spot on with his.

Some people have read way too much into it. But hey, it happens

But thing is cakie, you knew it would happen

I knew it might happen

Might being the key word here

I think you knew exactly how it was going to be received and why it was posted the way it was. Urban dictionary has a good definition of owning it.

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By (user no longer on site) OP over a year ago

"Hope you got your giro in time for this lovely bank holiday weekend

I hope you never need to rely on our system for help. Can happen to anyone

I have relied on it. But I never spent the money on getting pissed up

You never spent a single penny of your benefits in anything but essentials? No take aways, no booze, no nights out? Just gas, electric, basic food items?"

Yes. I didn't have any choice with the amount I got. Besides, I wasnt on it long. Got a shitty minimum wage job until I found something better.

Dole life isn't for me

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By *gnitemybodyWoman over a year ago

Onestepoutofthedoor

"...I think the "joke" may be this actual place and we're all part of it sadly....

What’s ‘this actual place’ ? Fab? The forums? The lounge? This thread?

With a little sad face.

Sadly I can't comment

But you made the comment?

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By *olexMan over a year ago

Hull

Giro's were phased out years ago!

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

I think people need to remember that whilst there will always be people who play the system or choose the benefit system as a "lifestyle choice" there are many people who through no fault of there own can't work and even though they would love nothing more, so reading some of these comments could be very hurtfull. Imagine being fit and healthy one minute than being long term disabled the next. Would you want people to be understanding or use the fact you have no choice to live on benefits as a "bit of fun"!

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

"Giro's were phased out years ago!"

I don’t even bloody know what a giro is

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By *olexMan over a year ago

Hull

"Giro's were phased out years ago!

I don’t even bloody know what a giro is "

And that's how many years ago it was!

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By (user no longer on site) OP over a year ago

"Giro's were phased out years ago!

I don’t even bloody know what a giro is

And that's how many years ago it was!"

Yea ok, I'm getting old, no need to keep reminding me

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

"Giro's were phased out years ago!

I don’t even bloody know what a giro is

And that's how many years ago it was!

Yea ok, I'm getting old, no need to keep reminding me"

Grandad Piece of Cake

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By *horley ChickWoman over a year ago

Chorley

"Little bit harsh isn’t it? Not everyone signing on is a dosser!

Didn't say they was

What was your intent with this thread? It is open to interpretation...

Dude's just having a laugh, give the guy a brake or move on and ignore

Didn’t see any humour in it? Just a whole heap of connotations!

Thanks to Brexit there are more jobless every day - so the op may well be ‘shouting out’ to half the country before too long!

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By *horley ChickWoman over a year ago

Chorley

"I think people need to remember that whilst there will always be people who play the system or choose the benefit system as a "lifestyle choice" there are many people who through no fault of there own can't work and even though they would love nothing more, so reading some of these comments could be very hurtfull. Imagine being fit and healthy one minute than being long term disabled the next. Would you want people to be understanding or use the fact you have no choice to live on benefits as a "bit of fun"! "

Not just that!

Imagine being a proud employee of Jamie’s Italian last Monday and being jobless by Friday! And British Steel looks set to be going the same way!

But hey - let’s make them feel like shit on a thread for the amusement/supposed superiority of others!

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

I'm currently out of work and I found it a bit funny. But this weekend is for me and my kids, same as most days

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

Not just that!

Imagine being a proud employee of Jamie’s Italian last Monday and being jobless by Friday! And British Steel looks set to be going the same way!

But hey - let’s make them feel like shit on a thread for the amusement/supposed superiority of others! "

I know but then it's not their fault, it's ours for not finding it funny apparently! There are some topics that are not to be taken the piss out of.

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By *orraine999Woman over a year ago

Somewhere

"Imma be jobless soon

Having a child is the most important job you'll ever do with that comes the greatest rewards in our life.

Well said!

I know and I agree - but I do love my job so much

Do you have to quit? Don't you have the option of maternity leave and going back after a bit?

Ironically, I can’t afford to work

Don't you get a certain amount of free childcare a week? Iv never really looked to it as I don't children but it's worth checking out.

Not enough to cover it. C would even get childcare vouchers through his work but that doesn’t even help much

It’s all fine though. I always said I wanted to be at home for at least the first few years. I just adore my job and will miss it while I’m not there!"

I stayed home with my second baby. I don't regret it at all. First word, first steps. Great memories.

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

Fab. The site for the broad minded.

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By *abs..Woman over a year ago

"Fab. The site for the broad minded.

Now that really did make me chuckle

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By *horley ChickWoman over a year ago

Chorley

"Imma be jobless soon

Having a child is the most important job you'll ever do with that comes the greatest rewards in our life.

Well said!

I know and I agree - but I do love my job so much

Do you have to quit? Don't you have the option of maternity leave and going back after a bit?

Ironically, I can’t afford to work

Don't you get a certain amount of free childcare a week? Iv never really looked to it as I don't children but it's worth checking out.

Not enough to cover it. C would even get childcare vouchers through his work but that doesn’t even help much

It’s all fine though. I always said I wanted to be at home for at least the first few years. I just adore my job and will miss it while I’m not there!

I stayed home with my second baby. I don't regret it at all. First word, first steps. Great memories. "

I stayed at home with all my children until they started school! The first time I was on benefits (the second time my partner supported us!)

I used that time to get some I.T. Skills, do an English A level and do some voluntary work as well as bringing up a little girl who grew up to get a first in maths and now pays more tax in a year than I earn! I don’t think any nursery/child minder can bring up a child as well as a loving, invested parent can!

As I see it - society invested in her/us and now society is reaping the rewards!

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

"Imma be jobless soon

Having a child is the most important job you'll ever do with that comes the greatest rewards in our life. "

Damn I've failed in life!! Better call it quits.

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By *os19Man over a year ago

Edmonton

"Hope you got your giro in time for this lovely bank holiday weekend

"
. Giros were replaced by direct payments roughly 12 -15 years ago in the North London area.On a bank holiday most claimants on Income Support , Employment and Support Allowance , Jobseekers Allowance get there payments 1-2 days earlier than normal.Universal Credit which has replaced all of the benefits I mentioned is paid monthly.Most claimants know they have to make their money last a bit longer if they get it early also it’s not good but we do have food banks and half price travel on the buses to help.Not ideal but this is life for some on benefits

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

"...I think the "joke" may be this actual place and we're all part of it sadly....

I don’t feel that way at all and if I did I don’t think I’d be hanging around...

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By *ittle_brat_evie!!Woman over a year ago

evesham

"Hope you got your giro in time for this lovely bank holiday weekend

I hope you never need to rely on our system for help. Can happen to anyone

I have relied on it. But I never spent the money on getting pissed up

You never spent a single penny of your benefits in anything but essentials? No take aways, no booze, no nights out? Just gas, electric, basic food items?

Yes. I didn't have any choice with the amount I got. Besides, I wasnt on it long. Got a shitty minimum wage job until I found something better.

Dole life isn't for me"

I've never signed on in my whole life. Doesn't mean I think I'm better than anyone who has.

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By (user no longer on site) OP over a year ago

"Hope you got your giro in time for this lovely bank holiday weekend

I hope you never need to rely on our system for help. Can happen to anyone

I have relied on it. But I never spent the money on getting pissed up

You never spent a single penny of your benefits in anything but essentials? No take aways, no booze, no nights out? Just gas, electric, basic food items?

Yes. I didn't have any choice with the amount I got. Besides, I wasnt on it long. Got a shitty minimum wage job until I found something better.

Dole life isn't for me

I've never signed on in my whole life. Doesn't mean I think I'm better than anyone who has. "

Good for you

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

Let's not forget a big shout out to all the tax evaders, moving their cash about must be a job in itself

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By *iffler 2019Woman over a year ago

Saltash aka Fraggle Rock

Omg I wish I could work but I am disabled as I have mental health issues and a physical disability. OP you really are not funny ffs

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By *arlomaleMan over a year ago

darlington

"Omg I wish I could work but I am disabled as I have mental health issues and a physical disability. OP you really are not funny ffs "
have you tried voluntary work ? I know people who have various disabilities but still do voluntary work

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By *igbrownthingMan over a year ago

Travelling Professional

To all those without a job, I sincerely hope you find the work of your dreams soon!

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By *ollydoesWoman over a year ago

Shangri-La

"To all those without a job, I sincerely hope you find the work of your dreams soon!

Thank you...I do t even need the job of my dreams..just a job. They made me switch from job seekers allowance to universal credit. They messed up so many times I went 11 weeks without a single penny. Even had to use the food bank. I've raked up a good couple grand debt in that time, maxed out a Visa card i got when still working but had never ever used before..hey ho..someone out there has it to worse .

I also think this post was made rather tounge in cheek. Exactly the type of thing my dad would of said to me in dark jest

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By *actilemale4uMan over a year ago

London

"To all those without a job, I sincerely hope you find the work of your dreams soon!

I also think this post was made rather tounge in cheek. Exactly the type of thing my dad would of said to me in dark jest "

Good luck for the future. Hope you find work soon

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

SHOUT OUT TO ME

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By *ollydoesWoman over a year ago

Shangri-La

"To all those without a job, I sincerely hope you find the work of your dreams soon!

I also think this post was made rather tounge in cheek. Exactly the type of thing my dad would of said to me in dark jest

Good luck for the future. Hope you find work soon"

Thanks. It will turn out right in the end.

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By *ollydoesWoman over a year ago

Shangri-La

"SHOUT OUT TO ME"

SHOUT OUT TO YOU!! GO YOU!

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

"To all those without a job, I sincerely hope you find the work of your dreams soon!

I also think this post was made rather tounge in cheek. Exactly the type of thing my dad would of said to me in dark jest

Good luck for the future. Hope you find work soon

Thanks. It will turn out right in the end.

I used to work for the National Careers Service and one of my roles was to go into Jobcentre to help people find work. I had two groups, JSA and UC. Every person on UC was complaining because it really messed up finances. People are really struggling exactly how you have said and worse!

Even though you're going through a difficult time you sound like you have a good positive attitude. It will turn out right for you. Never give up.

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By *os19Man over a year ago

Edmonton

"To all those without a job, I sincerely hope you find the work of your dreams soon!

I also think this post was made rather tounge in cheek. Exactly the type of thing my dad would of said to me in dark jest

Good luck for the future. Hope you find work soon

Thanks. It will turn out right in the end.

Even though you're going through a difficult time you sound like you have a good positive attitude. It will turn out right for you. Never give up."
. National Careers Service still go into the job centre to help claimants with there CV’s as now a days you need more than one depending on the type of work you are looking for.Yes the Universal Credit claimants are the one really struggling with finances and also needing to be referred to the Food Bank

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By *ollydoesWoman over a year ago

Shangri-La

I had my cv written for me there..few weeks later my job coach looks at it and says ..your cv could do with improving shall I book you in with one of our cv people to help you!??? They still push the 0hr contracts on you tho. I really wish they would do away with those.

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By *ollydoesWoman over a year ago

Shangri-La

I did get referred to the food bank and did use it twice and first thing in my to do list when I'm back on my feet is to give back to them.

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

Back then when I used to help people some of the Jobcentre's/staff were a shambles! I spoke to everyone and there were major issues/concerns. It's a very complicated system so won't go into details. However I also came across people that were really helpful and dedicated in being supportive. Really sharing their knowledge. That enabled so many people to get back into work.

CV's, interview techniques, searching for jobs, researching roles etc so many things can help. Sometimes it actually depends on the person you meet in the jobcentre. Literally! If you have a good coach/careers advisor it can make a difference in the length of time you're out of work.

Finally I will add:

As an individual who ever is jobless and looking be proactive. Be determined and ask questions. Be persistent. Keep "knocking on the door" the door will open and when it does grab that opportunity! Wave goodbye to the jobcentre/benefits and before you know it... a new chapter has started.

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