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Accurate information on Legal, pensions and money threads

(15 Posts)
M0nica Sat 17-Jan-26 21:09:51

I am constantly surprised by the number of people who are actually very unskilled at searching the i nternet for information.

Norah Sat 17-Jan-26 14:23:21

I assume most use the internet (Gov.uk)

Cabbie21 Fri 16-Jan-26 20:17:27

In my opinion it would be better to post on Ask a Gran if people want opinions or others’ experiences, and keep this particular board for factual information.
There are some knowledgeable posters who can help with enquiries and others of us well-versed in knowing where to signpost people to for accurate answers.

M0nica Fri 16-Jan-26 18:02:50

But time and time again we advise people to seek professional advice and direct them to appropriate web site

People do not deliberately give incorrect info. They believe what they say is correct. Also many people keep themselves up to date in their profession after they retire or work using their professional skills in the voluntary sector.

Smileless2012 Fri 16-Jan-26 17:55:27

Surely it's up to the poster asking for advice to decide whether or not to take any from a fellow Gransneter.

She was great wasn't she Allira.

Allira Fri 16-Jan-26 17:44:28

crazyH

There is one particular member, who is very well qualified to opine on legal matters. I’m sure there are others too.

Not on GN any longer, sadly.

MartavTaurus Fri 16-Jan-26 17:22:04

* By advice, I mean information and guidance.

MartavTaurus Fri 16-Jan-26 17:15:39

It's difficult to see how anyone can advise posters properly without knowing their full situation.
What is helpful maybe is to be pointed in the direction of organisations for help.
On the whole people on GN are very good at making it clear that they are only suggesting, or talking from experience.

Cabbie21 Fri 16-Jan-26 16:34:21

I know some readers are suspicious of clicking on links but often there is a relevant Gov.uk link or link to Citizens Advice which could be used.

butterandjam Fri 16-Jan-26 15:48:08

When anyone posts seriously flawed, potentially dangerous/ injurious "advice" on GN, GN are very receptive to an informed heads-up warning via "report", and very prompt at removing the problem.

argymargy Fri 16-Jan-26 14:40:55

Unless posters are currently working in their professional field (law, finance, health), it is likely that they will have out of date information. Laws, rules and regulations change frequently.

crazyH Fri 16-Jan-26 14:38:36

There is one particular member, who is very well qualified to opine on legal matters. I’m sure there are others too.

petra Fri 16-Jan-26 14:18:49

There are several members on this site whose opinions and knowledge I respect. But would I take that advice as a cast iron guarantee that it’s correct, no I certainly wouldn’t.
Anyone who does is a fool.
No offence meant to any member 😉

Retread Fri 16-Jan-26 14:17:37

I agree ... which is why I never ask for advice where factual info is needed on a random forum like GN! I mean no one has a clue about who is giving the answers!

You wouldn't walk in to a legal office and ask advice from every staff member ...

Cabbie21 Fri 16-Jan-26 13:58:53

It really is not helpful on threads in these categories when posters give incorrect information.

Inevitably people will have different experiences, and a variety of opinions, but when posters need facts, they need accurate information.