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TravelRe: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by Peerielass: 6:15pm On Jan 31, 2023
justwise:
I think peope have the right to be angry when they get insulted or attacked for doing care work, will i do care work? No! i have zero passion or interest for such job and i have no prob with anyone who chooses to do it as a career , but will i do it for sponsorship? Yes i will, its not as if its a job for life, its max 3yrs you get out and go for your main target, its just a brigde to get what you want.
The problem with this strategy is that the person would have wasted the three years they could have used to beef up their CV and position themselves in the relevant industry.
TravelRe: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by Peerielass: 12:06pm On Jan 30, 2023
tushqueen:
It's not everyone who gets the Statutory maternity pay either. I think you need to work for about 14-16 weeks before you can qualify. I remember I didn't get any as well because I only worked for 13weeks before I went on leave.
If you don’t get SMP, you should get Maternity Allowance and it’s not means tested nor subject to immigration control.
TravelRe: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by Peerielass: 9:19pm On Jan 26, 2023
BoyDimples:
Good Day House,

Just wanted to speak to our property Guru's in the house. Does anyone have any experience leasing their property to the council. What is your experience with the council, I read they pay upfront no management fees etc But what is the state of the property afterwards.

[/b]Insurance dude said he owns property did private but now has giving his to the council and no problems. Hoping to fix by feb cos im paying mortgage plus council tax no profit.[b]

Im just afriad this estate agents dont make the same mistake or if it happens again. I know ill make the loss back in a couple of yrs Its a lovely property with a huge garden ...but dont need this headache again

Anyone with experience on leasing with council pls let me hear your experience.. Thank you and sorry for my rant.
Tenants are hard work and at the end of the day, it all boils down to the luck of draws. I don’t think renting the house to DSS or through the Council will guarantee anything. There are good and bad tenants everywhere and you don’t know exactly what you are getting until the tenant is in the house.
TravelRe: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by Peerielass: 7:45pm On Jan 25, 2023
semmyk:
Checked and checked, I can't find collaborating sites confirming or official site affirming. However, let everyone take note just in case, so as not to be taken unaware. Ifura logun ọran (oops ... logun agba)
If any has official or credible insider insight/know, kindly update us all.
PS: no speculation pls!
https://punchng.com/covid-19-inbound-travellers-to-provide-vaccination-evidence-fg/?amp
TravelRe: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by Peerielass:
Ralphlauren:
Maybe he owed rent or the landlord wanted to sell up or breakdown of relationship between him and the agent/landlord.

I'm just surprised he was evicted with the current ban on evictions in Scotland.

There must be more to the story.

Anyways, over 14k raised for him, so his format is clearly working grin

He's extremely lucky that social services were not called to take his kids away from him. Leaving those kids including a baby in sub zero temperates, at the back of a van, in a stairway . . . He's extremely, extremely lucky!
@bigtt76

I couldn’t get the full gist from the News but I did a quick search on google and this came up if you can be bothered to read the very lengthy post. I also couldn’t resist looking him up on linkedln out of curiosity 🙈.
https://pinkfishmedia.net/forum/threads/the-treatment-of-the-okwo-family.276256/#post-4907832
TravelRe: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by Peerielass: 8:07pm On Jan 24, 2023
geekseventplace:
If you ever heard if the Au pair program, you will understand better that this isnt exploitation. Its Ok to say what you want to say based on your level of knowledge grin

i am open to listening to constructive feedback if you can justify with a superior analysis vs what i have done.
Note; This advert is not for folks with masters or bachelor’s degree who can find a better paying job for themselves.
Ok good luck with this.

In other news, I’ve just seen on BBC Scotland news a Nigerian guy called Henry Okwo who was chucked out of his house in Glasgow last week. He ended up in the stairwell with his 3 young children and wife for 12 hours and this was during last week’s freezing temperatures. He is a student at Strathclyde university and is in the process of claiming asylum for ‘torture’ which I find a bit odd. He is a PhD holder and lead researcher for some project. They’ve now been put up in a hotel by a charity in Glasgow pending being re-homed by the Council. The guy is in the news to raise awareness about systemic maltreatment of asylum seekers.
TravelRe: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by Peerielass: 6:04pm On Jan 22, 2023
semmyk:
So I hear that Ṣeun allows emoticons. Let me check something
🤔😉🤫
Is that a 👍🏽
We can't be too serious all day, all week long.
😂
TravelRe: Parenting In The UK As A Nigerian Migrant. by Peerielass: 6:43pm On Jan 20, 2023
yr2020:
Hello house,

Please seniors in the house I need urgent help. I just moved to Scotland and I have been trying to get my kids(age 2 and 4) into school but I have been made to understand that they are not up to the age.

Now, all nurseries in our catchment area are claiming they are filled for the session till August this year.

I will start my masters this Monday and I don't know how to go about it. My timetable is so tight. I have classes everyday to evening time.

Any idea of Nigerian mothers community that can help . Or Any idea at all. I am so confused.

I would appreciate any advice from the house. Thank you
Are you here by yourself? This is why it’s really important to engage in some research before embarking on this japa journey…..childcare is a challenge and one of the biggest expense in this part of the world.

Your 4 year old would normally be entitled to 30hrs/week of free childcare but I’m not sure if this counts as public fund. You can use the link below to see if you can find a childminder with free spaces in your area. Whereabouts are you in Scotland?

https://www.childcare.co.uk/
TravelRe: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by Peerielass: 7:48am On Jan 18, 2023
Lexusgs430:
Have you considered this person might simply supplement private pension with statutory pension payout ......... grin

Their employer might also be topping up ....... So you see, not so much recipe for poverty......... grin
Second paragraph or are we needing a trip to Specsavers? grin tongue
TravelRe: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by Peerielass: 2:26am On Jan 18, 2023
tshoboy:
I assume 4.5% pension contribution
I know this is just a hypothetical case but I can’t just read and pass because this might actually be someone’s reality. Making a pension contribution of only 4.5% on a salary of £80K is a recipe for poverty in old age.

I would expect a minimum pension contribution of at least 10% in that income bracket. The more you pay into a pension pot either through your work place pension or a personal pension plan, the lesser the tax you pay to HM. Why pay that money to HM, when you can pay a large chunk of it into a pension plan and get tax relief. If in doubt, get a good accountant/tax consultant.
TravelRe: Parenting In The UK As A Nigerian Migrant. by Peerielass: 6:31pm On Jan 17, 2023
Iruobe1987:
Hello mums, my daughter came down with cough, catarrh, nd high temperature I think she was infected from school, I av tried all medication for a week now but non seems to work. how do I go about it cos wen I called our GP I was told it's not an emergency and they can only book us till mid February. O sun mi ooo
You can also try your local pharmacy, the community pharmacists are trained to prescribe medicine for minor ailments. Also keep an eye on that fever and try and bring her temperature down.
TravelRe: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by Peerielass: 11:01pm On Jan 15, 2023
codedarrow:
Dear @justwise @Lexusgs430

Pls help!

Trying to apply for canada tourist visa from UK and they are asking for national identity document, I want to use UK NI but I am confused on what to choose from the list(Image attached)

Kindly help please.
You shouldn’t be choosing anything from this list. Your national identity document for now is your Nigerian passport unless of course you already have BC…….if so you wouldn’t be needing a visa.
TravelRe: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by Peerielass:
Chreze:
The most painful part is the health. How do you have flu regularly. I have family and friends who had kids before me, I never heard anyone complain regularly about their kids having regular infection from nursery. How do you live with the possibility of your child being ill for an average of 10 times (+ or -) in a year. It’s disturbing.
How old is your child? I suspect they are under 5. At that age because of reduced immunity and poor hygiene habits, they tend to pick up a lot of bugs especially if they are in a nursery with other kids. This is not just peculiar to the UK but everywhere. It is more apparent here because the GPs won’t prescribe any medicine for cold/flu/cough as you call it. They expect the kids to fight the flu and build up immunity. Even sickness and diarrhoea, they will tell you to let it run its course which someone coming from Nigeria might find very odd.
And rightly so by the time the kids are 5 and in primary school, you will notice that episodes of flu/cold/fever are few and far in between. We are so used to taking medicine for minor ailments that we don’t allow our body to heal and replenish itself. So all I’m saying in essence, is not to worry too much it will get easier for your child as they get older .
TravelRe: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by Peerielass: 9:01am On Jan 12, 2023
Margs:
Hello everyone! Quick one please
Are iPhones easier to get in the UK?
Or should I buy a second phone here before I travel?
Second hand iPhones cost from £100 for the older models to about £800 for top of the range models. You can do the maths and see what works for you. Brand new iPhones are also readily available but na money kill am.
TravelRe: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by Peerielass: 7:02pm On Jan 10, 2023
babajeje123:
Praents, are you ready for this?
https://www.tiktok.com/video/7184360909089918213?is_from_webapp=v1&item_id=7184360909089918213
Whilst I haven’t accessed the link you posted but judging from your other post, I think I get the gist of it. It’s the reality of the world we live in now. I would be very surprised if they aren’t already teaching them this stuff here. A child in my daughter’s year group is ‘transitioning’, in other news Nicola and co have just passed the gender recognition reform bill in Scotland. May God help us all.
TravelRe: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by Peerielass: 8:45am On Jan 07, 2023
Tawak:
Please, does anyone have knowledge of passport tracking? I applied in November 2022 and opted for the special delivery envelope option, but I am yet to receive my passport.
You will only be able to track the passport when it’s ready and handed to Royal Mail for delivery.

You will need the tracking number from the special delivery envelope. Use this link https://www.royalmail.com/track-your-item
TravelRe: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by Peerielass: 9:42pm On Jan 06, 2023
koonbey:
Have you done it before? Or do you know someone personally who has?
I invited my mum for omugwo when I had my daughter but that was many years ago so things may have changed now.
TravelRe: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by Peerielass: 10:22pm On Jan 05, 2023
igbsam:
Thank you for your clear response. Mistake has been made and correction taken. Albeit, how wise would it be to go with this step given to reapply ( Not anytime soon though). Cos in all honesty, she's not fully actively in the food vending business due to health issues, just something she does occassionally. Head wan burst
I would say leave it for now and then reapply say in 6 to 12 months. You will need to address the issues raised in the refusal letter -you can tell them there has been a change of circumstances and she is no longer running the business due to ………….. and is now a Home Maker. I wouldn’t say due to ill health as mentioning her health issues might throw another curveball I.e how can she look after your kids if she’s ill or they might claim she is a health tourist. You need wisdom to follow this people.

Good luck.
TravelRe: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by Peerielass: 9:59pm On Jan 05, 2023
BuildingProject:
For someone that is a student working part time and has like 40% deposit. What are the possible requirements to get a mortgage?

Does the person requires a payslip? If yes, how many month?

If i have an [/b]Accountant that can " provide" the payslip [b] is the bank going to verify the NI paid or would likely request to see the bank statement showing the payment monthly?

I know I need a mortgage advisor on this but we still have elders here that can detect a white fowl from the pot. Lol.
Hmm the BiB……do you mean get your ‘Accountant’ to forge payslips?

You will need to provide minimum of 3 month payslips and bank statement showing the net wage hitting your account. You will likely be asked to provide your offer of employment letter and also a recent letter from your employer confirming your contract ie permanent and working hours etc.

The checks required for mortgage application are usually very thorough, I doubt what you are suggesting will be able to withstand the scrutiny required.
TravelRe: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by Peerielass: 7:53pm On Jan 05, 2023
igbsam:
This thing is really tricky. Na crime to dey honest again. I guess one of the major issues is us not providing her bank statement to back up the application.
Not just the bank statement, the ECO expects proof to support your claim that she has a business eg evidence of business name, bank statements in the name of the business and tax clearance etc, whereas if you had just stated she was a Homemaker there wouldn’t have been any need to provide the additional documents.
TravelRe: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by Peerielass: 6:09pm On Jan 05, 2023
CheesyTee:
Thank you grin Island life is great! Quiet and less stimulating. Settled quite well and loving it...
Tell me about it! This will be the time for you to learn new skills. The Islanders enjoy knitting and playing the fiddle…..maybe you should join them cheesy.
TravelRe: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by Peerielass: 5:22pm On Jan 05, 2023
CheesyTee:
I passed my driving theory test at second attempt... onto the next one
Congratulations. How is Island life? Hope you’ve settled in?
TravelRe: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by Peerielass: 5:14pm On Jan 05, 2023
elengine:
A follow up questions from me please. How easy can an internal auditor get a job in UK especially around Leeds and Bradford? I will appreciate any response
It will be easier for someone with internal audit experience from Nigeria to get a job in the UK than say someone with a tax background. Internal audit processes and controls are standardised and universal so it is easier to transfer the knowledge and skills whereas UK tax system is inherently complicated and different from Nigerian taxation.
TravelRe: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by Peerielass: 5:06pm On Jan 05, 2023
JaySterling:
Hi guys, I just moved to the UK In October for my PHD with my wife and 2 kids. I’m the main applicant and wife is dependent.

My two younger brothers are also coming in February for their masters with their wife’s
and kids

The 3 of us are planning on buying a property which would serve as a family house for 3 of us our wife’s and kids, instead of paying multiple rent.

We jointly have about 18M in Nigeria
Please can this be enough to serve as a down payment for a bungalow where we can spread the balance over the years in a mortgage plan.

Also, we are planning on putting all the funds (18M) into one account and send it to UK via form A. Would this be possible?

Please can someone advise me on the process for all this and guide us on what best to do to avoid mistakes
For starters, you will be looking to buy a 6 bed house that will house the 3 different couples and kids. This is under the assumption that the kids are all under 10 and can share rooms. The mortgage and deposit for this sort of house will be very substantial.
TravelRe: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by Peerielass: 4:54pm On Jan 05, 2023
Tier4Dependant:
My oga’s in the house, I need help on how to go about referencing. I want to change my job and I don’t want my current employer to have a clue about it until I give him my 4weeks termination notice. More like I want to get the job first before saying I want to leave.

I have previously worked with 2 other companies that can give me reference but my potential new employer wants a reference from current employer.

How can I go about it? Please I need all ideas I can get from you all. Thanks
Simply tell your prospective employer not to contact your current employer unless you are the preferred candidate and an offer is likely to be extended (subject to standard checks). Once you get a confirmation that you are the preferred candidate, you can then approach your current employer and tell them you’ve been offered a job and will require a reference from them.
TravelRe: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by Peerielass: 2:17pm On Jan 04, 2023
Amarathripple0:
I think he responded to the wrong post, maybe he meant to quote the post you responded to. But 65 hours a week though!!? Wow, that sounds intense and unhealthy. Anyway, to each their own.
Yeah I thought so too. Exactly my sentiments re my Carer pal, all those long hours would eventually take their toll but the mansion in the village will need to be completed though smiley. Each to their own like you said.
TravelRe: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by Peerielass: 1:25pm On Jan 04, 2023
Lexusgs430:
And how did you arrive at this conclusion.........

Breakdown figures please......

Remember, this student go chop, student go travel, student go pay bills, student go pay rent, etc etc

Also remember, student only got 20 hours working time allocated + only 24 hours makes one day and 7 days, makes one week .......

Oya o, I dey wait ........ grin
Did you read my post correctly? huh I’m saying it’s nigh impossible to make that money in 90 days unless he is working full time plus overtime at premium rates which his student visa won’t allow.
For the records I know someone that made an average of £3.5k (before tax ) per month in a care job (supported living) working circa 65 hours a week so it’s doable but the OP’s visa restrictions won’t allow this.
TravelRe: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by Peerielass: 11:51am On Jan 04, 2023
koonbey:
Try care work, if that's something you can/want to do.

I've heard that they pay very well and there's a lot of premium rate night shifts available so you can take night shifts and also work full time + plenty extra time through the breaks.

I don't have exact figures so I don't know how feasible 8k specifically is, but if you are able to Marshall a substantial sum, most universities will be flexible.

Best of luck.
He would need to work full time in care at premium rates to be able to make an after tax amount of £8k in 90 days. This would be in breach of his student visa work restriction.
TravelRe: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by Peerielass: 12:49pm On Jan 03, 2023
pheranmie:
Hi everyone I got a letter from eon energy company that I have a 66pounds voucher for my energy.can I go with my house receipt or brp as a form of identification if I want to claim the benefit.
Is this for prepay meter? If so they should send you the voucher which you can then redeem at your top up merchant.
TravelRe: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by Peerielass: 12:45am On Jan 03, 2023
lavida001:
How can one ascertain that agency is actually remitting tax contribution To home office.

I checked now on HMRC and its showing You do not have gaps in your record.
I wouldn’t worry about the agency not remitting tax to Revenue. As long as the correct deductions for Tax and NI are made from your pay, then you should be alright. Most employers are set up to remit the PAYE automatically to Revenue by the 22nd of the next month.
TravelRe: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by Peerielass:
Meogom:
Will be driving on UK roads for the first time tomorrow, feeling kinda apprehensive, abeg any tips from the gurus?
Be wary of bus lane, one way roads and speeding cameras to avoid fines.

Give way to traffic on your right and adhere to pedestrian zebra crossing rules.

If you are turning right at a junction with traffic lights, don’t just go when the lights turn green if there are oncoming vehicles in the opposite direction. Wait till there is an arrow pointing right. This usually catches out a lot of people.

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