Great stuff. It sounds more intelligent than I thought. Completely as an aside, but to illustrate the pre-occupation with postcodes in the UK: When I returned to the UK, the TV licence record people chased, hassled and even threatened me because the occupier (me) didn't have a TV licence. (including...

Earnest wrote: ↑

February 13, 2022, 4:54 pm

Westers

Ah, right. I remember that name, though not who I was thinking of.

Are you UK based then? If so, it's a hassle when we can get back to LOS without all the paperwork, PCR, tests and quarantine hassles, or for that matter, across to Laos.

I think the requirement to give a postcode is just part of the standard petition checking system to make sure the people signing are real people. Agreed in this instance it would seem illogical that many of the people who might want to sign it will already be living overseas. I would be inclined to ...

Hi Earnest, Thanks for asking. I'm living back in the UK now with my Asian partner. I returned to the UK in 2015. I never knew you'd come home. When you say "come" home, that sounds like you are already home (in the UK) too? Just so I am clear on who I think you are, didn't you previously have a di...

I agree, if we keep knocking at the door it will eventually be seen for what it is an out of date system thjat needs to be addressed. A mute point I currently pay more in UK Income tax than any increase I would gain. Seems stupid does it not It wouldn't affect your income tax anyway. Pensions earne...

Nothing will materialize out of it. This has been debated several times. Also,NHS treatment terminated. Even though NI contributions UK government has received throughout expats lives Even illegal immigrants get free treatment. But I will sign.Miracles do happen! Yes, I agree with all your points. ...

Arjay, not seen you posting in ages, how you doing? Hi Earnest, Thanks for asking. I'm living back in the UK now with my Asian partner. I returned to the UK in 2015. After 15 years in LOS, it definitely causes a conflict. When I am in the UK I miss and want to be in LOS and when in LOS I get frustr...

This is a cross post to draw your attention to this petition regarding the above:

viewtopic.php?f=124&t=53582

https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/601821

You just need to give your name, email address and UK postcode and confirm you are a British citizen.

You may be interested in signing this petition, requesting that British pensioners living overseas should receive the cost of living increases on their currently frozen state pensions. Currently those Brits living overseas (apart from the USA) have their UK state pensions frozen at the amount when t...

I just hope Laos can afford the repayments.

Can Laos people fly from Vientiane and transit through Bangkok onwards to Australia (assuming they have a suitable OZ visa)?

Wooa, long times ago, and of those people I remember bkkStan and Jingjai.

Has anyone been to Loei lately? I guess the border to Laos is still closed.

Regards,

Arjay
(living in the UK, wanting to visit LOS, but realistically can't yet).
(Had both jabs back here)

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-56546920

And the world stands by as usual.

Does anyone know where the new railway stations will be in Vientiane and just outside of (north side of ) Vientiane?

I had them done in Bumrungrad, Bangkok.

It might be too late to amend the OP now, to overcome the block on the name. If so, just report it for action by a Mod or Admin.(which I've done)

Despite looking through many areas, user control panel, profile, FAQ's, Quick links, etc, I can't seem to find how to change my Udonmap password. Could anyone direct me to the correct place please?

https://youtu.be/08083BNaYcA

Or, for some scenery:

https://youtu.be/os4_U3_L5nY

Gerry Marsden of Gerry & the pacemakers has died. RIP Gerry.

I am in mourning.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-55524795

https://youtu.be/OV5_LQArLa0

You should be able to buy them at most local pharmacies.

I was prescribed Tamsulosin (400 micro grams) in Nong Khai. GP (Dr) in the UK prescribes me the same.