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**slipperman** · 11-08-2012, 10:43

Originally Posted by AIR FILTER

To think that the bosses at H4H are filling their executive cars full of expensive fuel ... Happy in the knowledge that joe public is paying for it.

Crassness and ignorance all in one post. Well done.

**sidrct** · 11-08-2012, 11:03

Originally Posted by dave8307

Apology accepted Sid, it's not often that happens on ARRSE so Thank You....

On a number of occasions I have been called to task over H4H's spending and I've pointed them to the Where our money goes area on the H4H website and mostly they've been appreciated

For the life of me I don't know why H4H don't don't advertise it more as it is now buried deep within the website and takes a bit of time to find it.

I can see why people are miffed when they see the donated amount and then do the sums in their heads and things don't add up....

Cheers Sid, nice to know we can be cyber friends

Dave

If your wrong then your wrong admit it and move on

**slipperman** · 11-08-2012, 11:06

Just think, instead of coming up with the fabulous idea of H4H and actually having the drive, enthusiasm and intellect to successfully implement and maintain it, the Parrys could have stayed at home in a darkened room and dripped ignorantly on the internet. They must be kicking themselves today.

**iPadPlodding** · 11-08-2012, 15:16

Originally Posted by sidrct

I have done my bit for free and raised money for our troops and made donations from fundraising to H4H all in my own time for free so I may talk shite to you my friend but I know what I have done.
Yes H4H have done great things and hopefully they will do more great things however I just find the administration costs rather high that is what I refer to.
There are lots of people out there fundraising for free not just for H4H but for the many other service charties trying to help.
What a potent force these would all be if united in support of all our Armed Services.

As have many of us. The difference being is that prior to making a statement about H4H salaries I found out how they went about it.
I do appreciate though that your running your own charity so I shall duly doff my Cap to you Sir and offer you my thanks.

One last moan from me and I'll stand down. Trolling is becoming more and more prevalent on the net but more so on here yet I'm still truly gutted that so many "so called " ex squaddied would attempt to denigrate a valiant attempt to help out wounded and put it into the hands ofmthe media. Shame on you!!

**dingerr** · 11-08-2012, 15:48

I think some of you need an appreciation of costs when it comes to disability. It appears that companies capitalise on products they produce for the disabled and don't forget there's no VAT, but the prices don't appear VAT free.

A seat cushion for a wheelchair -£400

Electric wheelchair - £5000 upwards.

Car adaptations for a triple amputee - £20,000

**jarrod248** · 11-08-2012, 17:15

Originally Posted by dingerr

I think some of you need an appreciation of costs when it comes to disability. It appears that companies capitalise on products they produce for the disabled and don't forget there's no VAT, but the prices don't appear VAT free.

A seat cushion for a wheelchair -£400

Electric wheelchair - £5000 upwards.

Car adaptations for a triple amputee - £20,000

It's the same with NHS suppliers, they just seem to make up a price.
http://www.machinemart.co.uk/shop/pr...workshop-crane
http://www.dolphinlifts.co.uk/mobile-floor-hoists.html

**dave8307** · 11-08-2012, 17:58

I agree Jarrod - my mate's been wheelchair bound for nearly ten years now and over the years he's needed wheels replaced....cost?? Four years ago the minimum quote was £35 for what is really a small pushchair wheel AND they charged him for an "expert" to fit it for him.

**jarrod248** · 11-08-2012, 18:37

It's a scam and too many companies cash in on public money and charities money.

**Charm_City** · 12-08-2012, 08:27

Dannatt for the defence in today's Mail

'Beeb got it totally wrong': Top general is furious over BBC's claim Help for Heroes charity was spending money on MOD buildings and not soldiers | Mail Online

**sidrct** · 12-08-2012, 10:11

Originally Posted by iPadPlodding

As have many of us. The difference being is that prior to making a statement about H4H salaries I found out how they went about it.
I do appreciate though that your running your own charity so I shall duly doff my Cap to you Sir and offer you my thanks.

One last moan from me and I'll stand down. Trolling is becoming more and more prevalent on the net but more so on here yet I'm still truly gutted that so many "so called " ex squaddied would attempt to denigrate a valiant attempt to help out wounded and put it into the hands ofmthe media. Shame on you!!

As I said iPad I did not do my homework on the salaries and merchandising which was used to fund the administration costs so my comment was wrong on that score.

I did apply to be involved with Support our Soldiers in 2007 but after a number of failed attempts to contact them by telephone and e-mail a few of us set up a scheme in Central Scotland helping local battalions, individuals and some of the wounded lads.

As I said our excess funds are divided out amongst other charities and to the welfare funds of the battalions we support.

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