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Fri 29 Sep 2006 04:19 GMT
Dave

British Expat Website
What's on BE and BE announcements. There's a lot more than just a discussion forum on BE. Please take a little time to find out more. We also post important announcements about BE here, so you can find out what's happening.

Wed 11 Jan 2006 12:52 GMT
Kay

FAQ, Questions, Problems, Suggestions
Got a question about this forum? See if our frequently asked questions can help. Please note: this board deals ONLY with the running of this forum. Please do not use this board to post country specific questions or questions about moving somewhere - try the In-Country Experts Forum. Also, please DO NOT PM (private message) admins or mods with what is/where is/how do I questions - if you don't understand how this forum works post here! Postings which do not relate to the running of this forum will be deleted.
Moderator Kay

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Mon 19 May 2008 16:22 GMT
Dave

Fault reports
Occasionally the boards don't work as they should. Here's a list of known issues and problems and their current status.

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Tue 3 Jun 2008 20:40 GMT
Trev

Expat/Repat: The Practicalities

Becoming an Expat
Here's a board to talk about all the ins and outs of leaving the UK and launching yourself into the wide blue yonder - selling up, saying goodbyes, all that sort of thing. NB - this is NOT for country-specific issues; please post those on the appropriate board in the In-Country Experts Forum

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Tue 23 Sep 2008 16:07 GMT
BiddiG

Repatriation
Here's where to discuss the practicalities and issues involved in moving back to the UK.

Tue 23 Sep 2008 02:38 GMT
SingleAgain

UK Legislation
This board is for all the changes in UK law that may affect expats - tax, social security, health, pensions, citizenship etc.

Wed 8 Oct 2008 18:04 GMT
paysansgrigny

Expat Living

Chinwags
Talk about the weather, make new friends, comment on anything, pop in to say "hello". [Country specific queries should go on the relevant country board - the link to our other forum is near the top of the page. Please DO NOT post country-specific questions here.]
Moderators Kay, Graeme

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Wed 8 Oct 2008 22:26 GMT
SSue

Expat Newsletter
Read our latest newsletter? Want to get something off your chest, or vote on one of the issues raised? Here's where... [Please note that this board is only for feedback about our opt-in email newsletter. Posts about anything else here will be moved or deleted. Thanks.]

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Thu 12 Jun 2008 11:02 GMT
Kay

Making the most of the Internet
Here's where to discuss things such as how to deal with Spam, how to protect yourself from net nasties, and other Internet-related issues.
Moderator Savannah_Alan

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Tue 30 Sep 2008 18:35 GMT
ruggie

Clark In The Park
Mike Clark, our gardening columnist, hosts this forum where you can discuss gardening related issues or malt whiskies.
Moderator Mike

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Sat 17 Nov 2007 21:03 GMT
Mike

Food & Drink
Feel like some fancy food? Dying for a decent drink? Let us all know about it...

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Tue 30 Sep 2008 18:46 GMT
ruggie

Recipes
The place to post recipes. (Please post only recipes as topic starters.)

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Mon 8 Sep 2008 20:53 GMT
gozomark

Ruggie's
Welcome to our virtual Club. Like many good things, it started at the Edinburgh Festival. It's not a pub, it's a Club, and the virtual drink is free. Pop in for some conversation. Proprietor: Mike K-H. Bar staff: Mike C, SSue
Moderators SSue, ruggie

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Sat 7 Jun 2008 05:24 GMT
SSue

House of Fun
Jokes, stories, friendly banter... join in the House of Fun if you're looking for a laugh. Hosted by Trev.
Moderator Trev

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Mon 6 Oct 2008 14:46 GMT
Kay

Best of HOF
The best jokes from the House of Fun, categorised to make it easier to find what you're looking for. Only Moderators can post here. If you'd like to share a joke, please post in the HOF.
Moderators SSue, Trev

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Thu 2 Oct 2008 06:42 GMT
Dave

Sports
Here's a forum to talk about sports. Enjoy!
Moderator herc2ules

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Wed 8 Oct 2008 12:30 GMT
ruggie

Photographers and Artists
Looks like we have a few photographers and artists in our midst so here's a place to talk about all photography, art, and related subjects.
Moderator CustomStrat

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Fri 1 Aug 2008 13:31 GMT
Dave

Tramps Abroad
Are you a writer or a would-be writer? Does travelling or being an expat affect your writing ambitions? Periods away from home seem to inspire people to write, and this board aims to investigate and encourage that phenomenon. [This board has been expanded to include discussion about books, authors, and your recommendations.]
Moderators Tim, ruggie

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Wed 9 Jul 2008 06:30 GMT
ruggie

Expat Travel
General travel advice, ie expat travel to places rather than expat living at ... [which is covered on our In-Country Experts forum - link at the top of the page].

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Tue 7 Oct 2008 07:16 GMT
indoexpert

Hit The Road, Jack!
The place to talk about cars and motorbikes - whether you're a petrolhead, just enjoy pottering about or simply see your car or bike as a means of getting from A to B.

Wed 10 Sep 2008 17:00 GMT
Kay

Electrical, TV reception, technical stuff
We've had a lot of questions and answers on these themes. Here's a board so you don't have to dig too deep for the info you need.

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Mon 22 Sep 2008 20:33 GMT
opfazonk

Computer-related technical stuff
Here's where to post all these technical problems which aren't Internet-related.

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Sat 24 May 2008 21:22 GMT
ruggie

Picture House
Want to talk about the latest films you've seen? Here's where.
Moderator Mr Kriss Sponsor: play.com

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Fri 10 Oct 2008 20:33 GMT
Mr Kriss

Sci Fi
By popular request - here's a place to discuss your favourite Sci Fi stuff. (Can anyone think of a better word than "stuff"?)
Moderator justajester2007

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Sat 24 May 2008 21:26 GMT
ruggie

Music
A place to discuss music.
Moderator Dave

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Fri 10 Oct 2008 21:56 GMT
Mr Kriss

Opinions/Politics
Some people like to talk politics, others don't. I've made a separate forum so you can post if you want or ignore it if you don't. Hope this is an acceptable compromise.
Moderator Dave

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Thu 9 Oct 2008 09:33 GMT
gozomark

Journalists/Television Producers/Research Students
We get a lot of requests from journos wanting to interview expats so here's the place to do it. Please, everyone, have a look and see if you can help. (This is for genuine requests only. Press releases/adverts will be deleted, so please don't waste our time. Thanks)

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Wed 8 Oct 2008 16:58 GMT
linzi@liontv

Admin

Feedback
Got something to say about British Expat? Say it here!
Moderator Kay

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Wed 13 Aug 2008 02:45 GMT
DidjinetBurnt

Suggest New Forum
Have we missed something? Please tell us here if you have an idea for a new forum.
Moderators Kay, Mod

Tue 16 Sep 2008 17:48 GMT
dee vee

Spammers
Sadly, from time to time we get plagued by buffoons posting garbage in order to promote their dodgy businesses. This is where we name and shame - we strongly advise AGAINST buying from any of the "businesses" listed here.

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Thu 9 Oct 2008 12:03 GMT
Dave

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