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Joined: 28 Feb 2010 / Male ♂ 		Last Post: 18 Nov 2021
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Karl1983   
28 Oct 2018
Classifieds / English speaking solicitor in Wroclaw [2]

Good afternoon. I would be very grateful if anyone on here could recommend an English speaking solicitor in and around the Wroclaw area. Thank you very much.
Karl1983   
21 Oct 2016
Real Estate / Cost of a flat refurbishment per sqm in Poland [18]

Merged: Renovating a flat in Poland

Hi. Just a quick one. Has anyone ever renovated a flat in Poland? I am thinking about buying a flat as the price is rather good but the flat does not have a bathroom or a toilet. Does anyone know roughly how much it would cost to install a bathroom? Any ideas or thoughts on this would be greatly received. Thank you.
Karl1983   
5 Jun 2015
Law / Child Support Advice - starting a case in Poland from the UK? [5]

Thank you very much Teagas that's good to know. The child starts school in England in September so my friend would be able to prove that his child couldn't be a resident in Poland. I would also include the fact that the mother works in the UK and claims tax credits etc. Thanks again.
Karl1983   
5 Jun 2015
Law / Child Support Advice - starting a case in Poland from the UK? [5]

Hi, I was just wondering if anyone on here can give me some advice with regard to child support. Two years ago a friend of mine moved to the UK seeking a better life. His wife and daughter stayed in Poland with the intention of joining him once he had organised everything e.g. accommodation, benefits etc. However, she never made it to the UK, instead she fell in love with another man and remained in Poland. She divorced my friend then took him to the family courts in Poland and demanded 1500 zloty a month in maintenance. Fortunately, he found himself a good solicitor and only has to pay 400 zloty a month. Bearing in mind he has a minimum wage job.

Another friend of mine split up with his partner last year, they both live in the UK and have a three year old child. His ex-wife wants to remain in the UK, however, my friend would like to return to Poland. He would like to bring their child over to Poland during the summer holidays. The problem he has is with regard to maintenance. His ex told him that if he returned to Poland she would take him to court there and try to get as much as she could from him. My question is:- If you are a resident parent and reside in the UK, can you open a case in Poland? Would the Polish courts not tell her that this is a case for the CSA in her resident country? I appreciate any assistance that anyone might be able to offer. I know that he should seek legal advice which I am sure he will, the reason I ask is that some posters on here are very knowledgeable when it comes to issues like these. Thanks in advance.
Karl1983   
17 Feb 2011
Work / English tutoring help - do we need the TESOL certificate to work in Poland? [33]

It is hard. You've even posted yourself that you aren't earning enough to live during the summer months - is that really what you'd call "easy"?

On the contrary I have a more than comfortable disposal income, however, I inherited a flat over here and need to invest a substantial amount of money to renovate and refurbish it. For a couple of travellers who are looking to have a fun time, they will be fine.

I bet when the next person who enquiries on here, you'll say the same as always.

If you have nothing positive to say why not just keep your trout mouth shut, people can find out themselves, instead of painting a bleak picture. Maybe you're scared of younger competition.

40-50zl in a decent school, sure. But what decent school is gonna hire a 22 year old with no experience and no teaching certificate?

Celta course and sometimes it's better to hire someone with no experience then an old, antique who has picked up bad habits over the years.
Karl1983   
17 Feb 2011
Work / English tutoring help - do we need the TESOL certificate to work in Poland? [33]

Easy? not really. Most people are looking for teachers who have been here and know the score. You can always work for peanuts, but don't expect anyone to take you seriously. You'll also find that most people won't take a 22 year old seriously - you're just too young. For some reason, Poles prefer older teachers.

Q. Delph is the glass half full or half empty, pessimist or optimist?

A. With Delph always half empty and the biggest pessimist on this site.

Every time someone comes on here about work it's always, " You'll find it hard". Yawn.
There is plenty of work here, I assure you that you'll find something.

Oh how old are you Delph. Let me guess 45 D.o.M ( Date of Menopause?)
Karl1983   
5 Feb 2011
Travel / A good kebab place in Warsaw? [45]

I know it is not exactly healthfood, but a good kebab can be tasty, if eaten with moderation :)

Exactly, just like everything in life!
Karl1983   
3 Feb 2011
Law / CRB checks in Poland? [26]

Out of interest do cautions or spent convictions show up on a CRB check?
Karl1983   
27 Sep 2010
UK, Ireland / Ed Miliband, new Labour leader, talking about Polish immigrants yesterday [62]

Labour made their biggest mistake in years electing Red Ed. Does Labour really think the British public would vote in a Polish Jew, because those are his origins FACT. Would Poland elect a guy from England who was born here and raised here - c'mon they would stand no chance. Tusk was in trouble for having a German grandfather. I hope Ed is never elected, I don't care if I sound racist, I want a British person with British roots running my country, not some bloody socialist, Marxist loving immigrant. Labour have just handed the Tories the next election. Ed Balls would have been a far better bet, than the Jewish Communist.
Karl1983   
31 Aug 2010
Work / Self employed teacher, what do you think about this? [9]

he doesn't want to pay your ZUS .... maybe

You've hit the nail on the head I received this today:

We are happy if the school pays all the taxes but would prefer, if possible, not to pay this big ZUS insurance. So if the insurance could be arranged in a different way that would be good. What do you think ?

If anyone can help or advise me I would be very grateful. I really want to teach at this school but if they don't pay my ZUS should I leave it? I don't want to be self employed.
Karl1983   
26 Aug 2010
UK, Ireland / Changing my UK driving license to Polish one [13]

I agree with the DVLA that it is advisable to exchange it. Furthermore you have to inform the DVLA of a change of address, they do not issue a license to a non UK address, how can you have a UK license in Poland then. If you are a resident in Poland with a UK license and don't change it then surely you have witheld information from the DVLA?
Karl1983   
22 Aug 2010
UK, Ireland / Changing my UK driving license to Polish one [13]

OK do you go to the Ratusz to fill in the forms I was told on the phone by a Polish friend that you have to change it after 6 months. It costs 80 zloty he disagreed that there is a number of questions to answer it is a simple process by all accounts!

FYI Delph
From the DVLA

Do I have to exchange my EU licence?

You do not have to exchange it if you hold a EU licence or until you are a resident in the UK for a year or more. However, it is advisable to exchange it as in the event of any issues resulting in conviction, a UK Court is more likely to impose a disqualification if the licence held is not one that can be endorsed.
Karl1983   
22 Aug 2010
UK, Ireland / Changing my UK driving license to Polish one [13]

Interesting I was watching a police programme the other day and they stated that they can not do anything to a Polish person with a Polish license, it is a ghost license?? Anyway thank you very much for the help. Just one last question is this free to do? Thanks
Karl1983   
22 Aug 2010
UK, Ireland / Changing my UK driving license to Polish one [13]

I don't undersatnd, why do Poles in the UK swap over their licenses then? I heard that it needs changing after 6 months if you are a resident. Anyway back to the original post does anyone know where to go to change over the license and what forms are required. Thank you
Karl1983   
22 Aug 2010
UK, Ireland / Changing my UK driving license to Polish one [13]

Hi

Does anyone on here know the procedure for changing your UK driving license to a Polish one. For example, where do you go? What forms you need? Do you take both plastic and paper etc? Thank you for your help I want to change it over as I intend to stay here.
Karl1983   
19 Aug 2010
Work / Self employed teacher, what do you think about this? [9]

Hi

I could really do with some advice from you guys. I have been given two jobs offers for the new school year. One seems very good, the pay is not great though. The other offers better pay but the owner is pretty insistent that I work on a self employed basis I'm not keen on this idea, and stated that I would rather be employed by the school instead of giving them an invoice each month. It sounds a bit fishy to me. Why is he so keen for me to be self employed, I'm not sure. What do you think? Any experience of this? Your help is appreciated!
Karl1983   
23 May 2010
News / Polish Policeman shoots down a foreigner in Warsaw [300]

The calm voice of intelligent debate. And maturity and experience - some of us have socks we bought before 1983!

Very good, but I thought with age came wisdom, not bigotted ignorance
Karl1983   
23 May 2010
News / Polish Policeman shoots down a foreigner in Warsaw [300]

what does the European Court has to do with an idiot getting killed for assaulting a policeman?

Exactly, all he had to do was co operate like any other normal human being, why slam the police? They are doing their jobs, do you think that police officer is happy now? He is probably going through hell, and will remember this forever!
Karl1983   
23 May 2010
News / Polish Policeman shoots down a foreigner in Warsaw [300]

Clearly frd didn't mean to cause such controversy by creating this thread but as always the racists have to intervene, and by this I mean both groups those who are against blacks and those who are racist against Poles and white people. What is the point of all this?
Karl1983   
23 May 2010
News / Polish Policeman shoots down a foreigner in Warsaw [300]

I have many stories where white people have been harassed, beaten up and even killed by police. Why make this into a race thing?

Excellent point and well put across!