[Andy the Coastie]

Originally Posted by Skipper

I have just recieved my mobile bill for the month ending 3rd January 2005. This is the date I returned from my 2 weeks in the maldives (which I couldnt afford but went anyway) We all know what went on on boxing day and thanks to the hundreds of texts and phone calls from people concerned over my well being.

I HAVE A £520 BILL!


Obviously I'm greatfull and touched by the concern but having recieved this bill I'm now feeling very sorry for myself

I for one didn't ring ya as i knew / thought that you would end up paying the bill, BUT i was checking the Selsey Bill lifeboat website every few hours just in case your webmaster put up some news


On top of that the insurance company have told me that the Video and housing are considered a pair of items and that they have a single item (read pair) upper limit of £300. So the £3000 setup which got wrecked in my dive on Boxing day morning is going to get me a £300 payout.

Visit ya friendly dive shop owner for some DODGY till tickets , make a big mega claim

Oh and 13 panels of fence blew down last night along with the posts - guess what - fence damage was excluded from the house insurance after the tornado in Selsey a few years ago

And my holiday insurance company - to who I paid a annual fee only 4 weeks ago have just informed me that the policy has changed and solo diving which was included if you were qualified has now been specifically excluded.


Rant over..............

I'm alive and in a far better position than most............ but once again .... those dammed insurance companies.... pay your money and they wriggle out of it anyway. (I wonder if I'm covered for emergency telephone use)