t/UnitedKingdom

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It's chucking it down again

Every single time I plan a nice day out, the heavens open. Mowed the lawn in what felt like a tropical storm. So much for the 'light showers' the forecast promised. Anyone else had their weekend plans washed away?
submitted 11 months, 1 week ago by ukweathermoan

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The Art of a Proper Full English Breakfast

There’s nothing that screams British more than a Full English. Here's how I make mine, perfected after years of Saturday mornings: - **Bacon** - Thick cut, back bacon. Grilled to perfection with that balance of crisp and chew. - **Sausages** - No cheap stuff. Cumberland or Lincolnshire. Again, grill 'em. …
submitted 11 months, 1 week ago by FullEnglishBrekkie

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UK's Tech Industry After Brexit

Post-Brexit, I've been really worried about the state of our tech industry. There are funding cuts, less collaboration with the EU, and a talent drain because of harsher immigration rules. Tech City used to be the dream, but now? What do you think about the UK's future in tech? Are …
submitted 11 months, 1 week ago by IntricateCoder

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Rural broadband speeds are a joke!

Living in the sticks means I'm apparently not deserving of decent internet? Come on! It's 2023 and I'm dealing with speeds slower than my granny's mobility scooter. When will rural areas get some love?
submitted 11 months, 1 week ago by slowbroadbandSUCKS

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Love or hate 'em, the Tories are here to stay

You gotta admit, no matter how much you lot moan about the Tories, they know how to stay in power. Labour's just running around like headless chickens in comparison. Bet they'll be in for another decade, watch this space.
submitted 11 months, 1 week ago by torytroll

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What's going wrong for England?

Seriously lads, what's happening with the England squad? We've got the talent surely, but we're just not seeing the performances. Is it tactics, management, or have the players just lost the plot?
submitted 11 months, 1 week ago by footiefanatic92

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Brexit - Still waiting on the upsides

We've left the EU, so where's this sunny upland of trade deals and prosperity we were promised? My business is dealing with more red tape than a Cirque du Soleil mummy. Anyone else seeing any of these mythical upsides?
submitted 11 months, 1 week ago by brexit_blues_uk

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Best chippy in the North?

Just moved to Sheffield and I'm on a sacred mission to find the best fish and chip shop. My life practically revolves around a good chippy tea on Fridays, so help a girl out!
submitted 11 months, 1 week ago by northernlass1984

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I miss these stores so badly

They are: BHS (British Home Stores), Phones 4u, JJB Sports, Gamestation, Esprit, Thorntons (as a physical store), and Debenhams (as a physical store).
submitted 11 months, 1 week ago by Whopper1

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The Ultimate Guide to British Tea

There's a practice to making the perfect cuppa that's almost ceremonial for us Brits, and here's how you do it right: 1. **Boil your water** - must be fresh, not reboiled! 2. **Pre-warm your teapot/cup** - swirl a bit of boiling water in it. 3. **Tea bag or leaves** - …
submitted 11 months, 1 week ago by tea_is_life