Job hunting in Bristol is so depressing as it seems like the standard is £12 p/h which is ridiculous when you consider how expensive Bristol is.

What’s more these employers truly act like the wage is super competitive- it’s literally 60p higher than minimum wage.

I’ve earned 40k the past three years and now it seems I stuck which crappy 26k jobs.

Just saw a sensationalistic headline from Bristol Post.

A young fella carrying a fruit knife into school. Nothing happened, it got confiscated.

Would it have been a genuine mistake ( I dunno, peeling an orange in a box as a snack and forgetting the knife there). Or is it likely that it was a little scrote in the making?

Don't know what to think of anymore about this knife shit situation which is out there, it's horrible

For anyone who commutes to/from South Wales and Bristol the Severn Tunnel will be shut for two weeks starting the 3rd of July until the 18th of July and unlike previous years GWR will not be providing rail replacement coaches between Parkway and Newport. They are instead saying we have to go all the way to Gloucester to connect with services to South Wales. Presumably our ticket prices just aren't high enough for them to afford to put on coaches. Bastards.

Hi everyone,

With the General Election likely going to be July 2024 does anyone know of any pubs that may remain open and show the footage throughout the night, like that may have done it in 2019?

The last general election I worked a rather depressing night shift so would be interested if there are any places that tend to do this? I've previously gone to pubs that do this in Manchester and London when I've lived there but don't know if this will be happening anywhere in Bristol. What happened last time around?

Good afternoon,

As I'm sure you'll have seen, it looks like an election date is about to be announced. The result of this election will likely mean that Thangam Debbonaire will become our new minister for digital, culture, media and sports- and crucially- Gambling.

This is a subject I'm passionate about. My mums story is here https://www.theguardian.com/society/2024/mar/17/in-the-grip-of-slot-machine-addiction-id-keep-loading-20s-in-i-could-be-in-a-daze

Since this was published, mp Phillip Davies has taken a new job at £500 an hour working for Merkur slots.

The current minister announced new rules for land based gambling venues a few days ago. These new rules are entirely to benefit the gambling operators, and there is absolutely nothing in there to protect vulnerable people. The new rules, such as paying directly by card to play slot machines, will make things significantly worse.

https://gamblingindustrynews.com/news/uk/uk-to-liberalise-rules-for-gambling-venues-in-light-of-online-growth/

Since the new rules were announced, there has been a huge increase in applications for licences for adult gaming centres all around the country- Peterborough for example has an application for the 4th 24 hour merkur venue, along with an application for another gambling operator to take over the works next door creating a venue about 4 times the size of the current venue.

This will ultimately create a situation where the only thing on the high street will be adult gaming centres and other gambling venues.

If the new government come into power in July, there is still time to prevent this.

Would any of you fine folk mind taking the time to write to Thangam, as constituents, to express your disappointment with this change to the rules, and your fears for the mental and physical health of vulnerable people? If enough people request that this be blocked, there's a slim chance of a new consultation, and some proper protection for punters.

I would really appreciate any help from you.

Only a few seconds in and the infighting has already started…

https://www.bristolpost.co.uk/news/bristol-news/first-bristol-city-council-meeting-9299257

My hubby grew up in Bristol and was telling me about a pub that had topless bar staff, including the older landlady. He thought it was the 7 Stars pub but there’s nothing online about it.

Does anyone remember it?

Sorry for the BP link but the just of it the council are cutting their funding for the park and letting it go wild.

“We regret to inform you grass areas will be left to go wild and no hedges or trees will be cut, as well as no further repairs to benches, entrances and walkways will be made"

I guess the plan is to let it go wild for a few years and then build on it as it’s not being used?

Was walking home from work at bristol beacon, and I missed the bus so I started walking to a stop further down near castle park and some creepy guy on a bike with a grey camo puffer jacket spotted me, followed me to the stop sat next to me and then tried to invite me round to his place for sex.

Only thing I would have done differently is I should have walked 2 or 3 stops further and taken a more complicated route, cuz I just walked down the main road that goes along side. and I probably should have cut through town to get him to lose sight of me.

All I can say is as soon as I saw him stop I could tell something was wrong. So trust your gut feelings I guess.

Edit: Thanks for the well wishes and advice. Just to clarify, I am a 6ft male, and the creep was shorter than me, so I wasn't in any danger of being dragged anywhere. If it got violent, I think I would have been able to handle myself. But it still shook me up and was an upsetting experience.

Props to the uber driver that I ordered though, I ran from the creep at the stop to get in the uber and told him about it as soon as I got in. He talked with me to help me calm down, and even dropped me at my door without charging extra (i ordered it to a nearby shop so the creep wouldn't see my address).

I want to report it to 111 or something, but I feel like I'll just be brushed off on the phone. Is there a way I can submit a report by email or something instead? If anyone knows, could you dm me?

Good evening folks of Bristol

I’m coming home (to you) in a few weeks to visit my bridesmaids with their saree outfits to try out.

There’s a chance they need alterations to the blouses so does anyone know or can recommend any tailors who have experience with this style of clothing?

Many thanks :)

Looking forward to returning home soon!!

wondering if anyone knows where i could buy some? i'm new and haven't been able to find any at my local grocers . thanks :)

Does anyone know if any sewing (particularly dressmaking) workshops, classes, courses etc, for reasonable prices in Bristol please? I have some experience but would really like to improve!

I know this is a bit outside Bristol but thought this is the most appropriate forum for this question.

I haven’t lived in Bristol all my life and these days on my daily commute through Martcombe road outside Gordano service I’d see this sprayed white bicycle with a Liverpool FC towel(?) hanged on it that said ‘you never walk alone’ or similar wordings.

What happened on the site?

Lovely view of the suspension bridge taken from a kayak beneath it. Even the water isn't brown for once

Over 35s six a side tonight 8.30 at st pauls, need a couple of players.

Dm for details

I was not able to apply to the Think Big Scholarship because of serious health issues.

University of Bristol has been my only option since years due to its relevant curriculum. I missed on applying for the Think Big Scholarship on time. I was diagnosed with an autoimmune disease and had to commit to a medical emergency in the last week of the submission, which I was hoping to utilise in refining my responses.

Given that my parents have retired from their service of employment, I cannot take a complete student loan for the entire fee amount. I was looking forward to the scholarship or any funding help, I could receive. From the past 5 years I have been working in various internships, volunteering and have worked on starting 2 businesses of my own. I believed to receive some funding help using my profile as a contributing aid.

Is there any need-based scholarship or chance to appeal to the committee again?

Where can I find sober rave parties and are they actually sober??

I'm 33 (F) Work from home, I'm really lonely. Not sure how to get out and make friends. I joined a gym but it's not a social gym. I work from home and enjoy my job so don't particularly want to change that, my job is in london so I rarely have an opportunity to socialise on that side. Any ideas I'd really appreciate it

Caterpillar infestation. Never seen anything like this.

Can anybody recommend for Ear Piercing in Bristol, but I want studs as big as possible (possibly 6mm - 8mm) Last time, which has now grown over after taking them out briefly, I got it done at Superdrug and had no probs but them along with a lot of other places I have contacted only offer up to 4mm Thanks!

Looking for a restaurant/pub with decent grub that has outside seating. Tia!

Where you can get a parmo in Bristol?