Nightcrawler

My first job as a student was a night shift  Fudge Packer for Paynes sweet factory about £7 a week as I recall. 

For Brits here. When thinking back to your first wage packet, I found this site which gives you an idea of what that wage was worth in today's money

https://www.bankofengland.co.uk/monetary-policy/inflation/inflation-calculator

I am sure there will be other country equivalent websites. 

13 hours ago, galenkia said:

Okay, most of you know my current situation, in that I’m not working and not struggling financially.

But I want to get back doing something that gets me out the house.

So I’m really looking for ideas about what to do, rather than just a regular job.

I have been thinking about buying a van and working self employed delivering parcels.

Just fancy something different to a regular job, I can choose my hours to work etc.

Any input is welcome thanks.

Firstly  I would think about what you enjoy most, what transferable skills you have. I jave no idea what your assets are but you could always think about buying property to let. Bricks and mortar always fairly solid investment.

You could always retrain to do something you are interested in. Motorcycle mechanic  for instance.

Delivery driving is very stressful. I know a few people who do it and the financial towards are not great. 

You could try courier work using your motorbike first and see how that works out first

Also, as it has-been mentioned  Voluntary work  say  in a cancer hospital not a bad Idea. That's what I did after I was cured

Just a few thoughts

12 minutes ago, Stillearly said:

Are you sure it's First class not on offer ? 

Good point. BA generally offer 4 classes of seat

Economy, Premium Economy, Business and First Class. I think the article only related to First Class that will not be on offer.

I am sure as time goes by, it will be a little clearer.  

14 hours ago, Freee!! said:

I'd say BA is a tad slow with those two destinations.

Interesting in the article is the mention of the A380, I thought BA wasn't going to use them anymore.

I think they will use a 777

Showing £669 LGW to BKK rtn (Economy) in November when I had a look just now on Skyscanner

Those flying times would suit me and I am not far from Gatwick either. 

Hoping I can get cheap Biz class on my mates Staff concessions. Will have to wait and see. 

https://bnnbreaking.com/world/uk/british-airways-announces-return-to-bangkok-kuala-lumpur-with-exciting-passenger-experience-upgrades

The one thing airlines can never get right is a good English breakfast as we know it. An omelette and a sausage is normally the nearest as its prepared and packed pre flight  Never had cornflakes with milk either. That's why I just have croissant, some huice and a couple of cups of coffee. 

Did any other F1 fans think that the first race of the season in Bahrain was rather lacklustre? I certainly did.  Not much wheel to wheel racing apart from Sainz

I may start taking my own food with me 

Generally,I hate it. The only decent meals I have ever had was in Biz class served on a proper plate with a choice of wines and cheeses etc.

I find food in Economy ( which I normally use) to be almost inedible apart from the yoghurt pot, fruit and cheese and biscuits

 I can honestly say that I have never finished one of those two choice reheated meals on an airplane 

I normally eat at the airport before boarding. I am more interested in the drinks section of the trolley. 

That said  I never expect anything different in economy on my 2 Airlines of choice when flying long haul. 

I suspect prison food is slightly better🙂

I must admit that I probably have wasted money pm my last few trips. 

Stayed in a hotel with a pool  a gym and it's own restaurant.  How many times did I use any of those facilities? None 😁

4 hours ago, boydeste said:

What a boring final.

Shame.

I agree and not the best snooker I have ever seen, very mediocre. I switched channels half way through

Got admit its getting better, a little better all the time

Not sure I could separate the two. They seem to go hand in hand with me

Just now, Glasseye said:

 

Sorry to hear that mate. When you getting back ?

Not sure, it's going to take a while to recover from this last trip  my liver will certainly require a rest  

3 hours ago, boydeste said:

Just checked and the Eva flight pretty much arrived on time for a change.

Hopefully they are getting their act together.

Yes BR67 but took ages to park up and disembark. Then big queue at immigration. Finally home at last and having a few duty free vodkas before retiring to bed.