Well the cynic would be wrong then. I should not be troubled by IR35.

As a one man limited start up what I don’t have is an endless pot of money to pay all the “recommended” fees/insurances etc. A collection of legal words is not complicated and if you have seen examples then you have further peace of mind. At this stage I do not need to worry about pages of corporate contracts. It maybe the case I have to spend money on a contract but I would rather be feeding the family.

Mudshark thanks.

As per Rockhopper having two clients is nowhere near enough. I know the service must be with my company, not me, I know that there’s no holidays and that it should be for a set time period etc. I could put together some of the right words but would prefer to see a working example that’s all.

I don’t like paying too many legal fees but perhaps thats the best option.

We got our house well under the fixed price. The vendors had let slip they were desperate to sell.

An update: If I’m herring things right the driver wasn’t speeding and police are floundering for an explanation. Salmon must have seen it and can help with the investigation. The driver is uninjured but may have pulled a mussel.

I did try and resist the urge to post but the oppor-tuna-ty was too great. You’ve let minnow how you feel and I won’t do it again.

2008 Cotic Soul here as well, it refuses to stop being enjoyable or break. No new bike until I get a new job or win a new contract or two.

My parents have had a T4, now a T5, as their primary car since 1997. They initially had a run around but that went long before the T5 arrived.

I would have a T5 if I had the money. As long as you know its height to the cm you’ll be fine. All other parking is easy once you get used to it.

From the Mar Lodge facebook page…

The main track up the West Side of the Quoich now ends abruptly in a fast flowing river. The river has changed course, cutting off the track completely.

Doesn’t say where but keep it in mind.

There is a bridge a bit further up the burn but they have yet to confirm if its still there. I also understand that the higher bridge over the Quoich is also no more.

Pleased to hear that it’s moving in the right direction and belly size is definitely more important than overall weight.

Do we have to wait the full 60 days for a chart?

My four year old sons suit them and I would say its acceptable at that age…. I however would not manage to pull the look off.

STW, such a friendly place at times… 🙄

It is properly bonkers, hopefully only a marketing tool. I did see a motorbike passing this week with two front wheels, maybe its the week for it!

I believe that you should take only pictures and leave only footprints. I tried to back that up with a stance that many are being overly pedantic on.

There is of course the question of the law.

http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/wales/south_east/8331211.stm

I hope you rebels don’t get caught.

Bananas aren’t naturally found growing in the UK countryside therefore its best to take it home and dispose of it properly.

A weekend in Arran as I lived in Argyll at the time and plenty were heading across from the central belt and further South.

Booze, walking along a river in a wetsuit (great hangover cure), Highland games with an impromptu entry into the tug of war, curry, booze and finally lawn bowls.

26″ is alive and well until I can afford a new bike and that isn’t likely to be this year and probably not next. After that who knows, I refuse to test other bikes in case I prefer them to my own.

I’m actually working today but it looks like I’ll have a busy evening.

Thanks all – A very informative evening.

That makes more sense. I knew there was more to online time wasting than I have managed in the past.

It is indeed Jamie – But I need to vary my addictions incase work ever block any of them.

Great start. Thanks.

Cynic-al – not now it’s the evening. Just thinking ahead that’s all. If you repeat at about 0930 tomorrow it maybe justified…

What would be a good set of kettlebells to start with? Can you get away with just three of different weights or do you need pairs?

The worst thing is the distance, its either a mile or bedroom to home office. My fitness has really dipped as a result. I cycle in the summer (4 miles if I pop home for lunch) but in the winter its quicker to walk than find waterproofs etc.

This is a great STW thread. Keep up the good work and keep us informed. I hope to do something similar one day but I best concentrate on family finances for now. A garage I could fit a landy in would be good as well.

Thanks, I’ll take a look.

Thanks all.

The latest accountant thinks ltd company, I’m meeting him on Monday to find out more/why he thinks this but he is sure, even with the income I predict, that the increased admin costs will lead to greater savings overall and because one of my areas is Oil and Gas then being limited doesn’t stop growth One more to speak to on Monday and then its decision time.

I haven’t thought about growth yet. I figured I’d first establish myself as one contract is taking me into a slightly different area and then take stock in a year or so. Plus at present my working week is spoken for as soon as I’ve worked my notice period so growth equals staff or a partner.

It’s all as clear as mud. If I thought my turnover was a bit higher I’d go for Limited. If I though it was a bit less. I’d go sole trader.

Chapaking – would you go straight to limited or see how it goes as sole trader first?

johndoh – If you don’t mind me asking what are your accounting costs on top of the software. I like the look of it so may contact you for a code.

In addition to the above. Scapa from Orkney and Glenlivit, a Speyside. The Campbeltown malts get well reviewed but I haven’t tried one for a wee while.

I don’t foresee any borrowing.

I should have said. It’s my mind, experience and contacts I’m selling so outgoings will be tax, accountant, insurance and minimal bills. No stock etc. to fund.

I know nothing about heating etc but…

…Mine did this the other day and couldn’t seem to stop it. A bit of detective work and I figured it was the electric valve on the heating as the water side was fine. Switched boiler off (flame) and turned of electrical power to the system. Opened the cover to the valve and checked all wiring and checked that the valve was able to move. Everything appeared to be in order so other than a poke and a prod no fix effected. Put cover backed on, electrics back on and fired up the boiler and its all been working well since. Only time will tell if this is a permanent fix but its done a week so far. Assume it was a loose connection or such.

I’m sure I’ve broken some rule or another but i figured that there wasn’t too much damage I could do having a look.

alandavidpetrie79 – Not too far North of the Lecht ski centre. Depends where you are in Angus but over the Cairn O’ Mount or Glenshee and head North. Less than two hours to get there for you I should think.

Physio is good for relieving symptoms but I’ve had achilles issues for the last year or so (and calf issues for longer) and a recent visit to the podiatrist is addressing the causes (with insoles). The end of my troubles looks to be in sight and I get to blame genetics.

I think the white looks great. I’ve had a white bike in the past and they just look right.

Sounds promising.

I like the provate eye suggestion of the First Third Forth Crossing.

Thanks everybody.

glasgowdan – I work for what is essentially a well behaved NGO, we represent local authorities so tend to be on the sensible side of debates. The project in question asks the trawler fleet in Scotland to land any litter they catch in their nets while fishing instead of throwing it back in. Hopefully the press release will highlight what a good job all involved are doing.

maccruiskeen – I know exact weights but would only be guessing volumes and I don’t feel too comfortable with any calculations done. They would probably be quoted widely in the marine litter world so I’d rather they were fact. It’s scientifically unfounded comparisons that often undermine the environmental sector.

About 50% of the litter landed (by number of items) is plastic. The rest is metal, wood, rubber etc. Because this rubbish has been removed from the seabed it tends to be pretty dense or an item that is easly filled with water.

It’s for a wee press release. I find the releases that get picked up more are the ones with a gimmick in. Perhaps the press is staffed by imbeciles…