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    • Hello,

      On 15/1/24 booked appointment with Big Motoring World (BMW) to view a mini on 17/1/24 at 8pm at their Enfield dealership.  

      Car was dirty and test drive was two circuits of roundabout on entry to the showroom.  Was p/x my car and rushed by sales exec and a manager into buying the mini and a 3yr warranty that night, sale all wrapped up by 10pm.  They strongly advised me taking warranty out on car that age (2017) and confirmed it was honoured at over 500 UK registered garages.

      The next day, 18/1/24 noticed amber engine warning light on dashboard , immediately phoned BMW aftercare team to ask for it to be investigated asap at nearest garage to me. After 15 mins on hold was told only their 5 service centres across the UK can deal with car issues with earliest date for inspection in March ! Said I’m not happy with that given what sales team advised or driving car. Told an amber warning light only advisory so to drive with caution and call back when light goes red.

      I’m not happy to do this, drive the car or with the after care experience (a sign of further stresses to come) so want a refund and to return the car asap.

      Please can you advise what I need to do today to get this done. 
       

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    • Housing Association property flooding. https://www.consumeractiongroup.co.uk/topic/438641-housing-association-property-flooding/&do=findComment&comment=5124299
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    • We have finally managed to obtain the transcript of this case.

      The judge's reasoning is very useful and will certainly be helpful in any other cases relating to third-party rights where the customer has contracted with the courier company by using a broker.
      This is generally speaking the problem with using PackLink who are domiciled in Spain and very conveniently out of reach of the British justice system.

      Frankly I don't think that is any accident.

      One of the points that the judge made was that the customers contract with the broker specifically refers to the courier – and it is clear that the courier knows that they are acting for a third party. There is no need to name the third party. They just have to be recognisably part of a class of person – such as a sender or a recipient of the parcel.

      Please note that a recent case against UPS failed on exactly the same issue with the judge held that the Contracts (Rights of Third Parties) Act 1999 did not apply.

      We will be getting that transcript very soon. We will look at it and we will understand how the judge made such catastrophic mistakes. It was a very poor judgement.
      We will be recommending that people do include this adverse judgement in their bundle so that when they go to county court the judge will see both sides and see the arguments against this adverse judgement.
      Also, we will be to demonstrate to the judge that we are fair-minded and that we don't mind bringing everything to the attention of the judge even if it is against our own interests.
      This is good ethical practice.

      It would be very nice if the parcel delivery companies – including EVRi – practised this kind of thing as well.

       

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Adult Support and Protection (Scotland) Act 2007

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Carers (Recognition and Services) Act 1995

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Carers – Disabled People – GOV.UK

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Disability Rights – Disabled People – GOV.UK

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Disabled Living Foundation

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The Cinema Exhibitors’ Card

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Community Care and Health (Scotland) Act 2002

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Community Care (Direct Payments) Act 1996

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Disabled Persons (Services, Consultation and Representation) Act 1986

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Disability Discrimination Act 1995

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Equality Act 2010

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Equality Advisory Support Service

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Human Rights Act 1998

The Human Rights Act incorporated the European Convention on Human Rights (ECHR) into United Kingdom Law. This Act has been used to challenge the workings of the care system, for example, in the closure or transfer in ownership of residential care homes, following the deaths of care home residents after a forced move. A series of cases were brought against UK Local Authorities on the basis that closures and changes in ownership threaten residents' physical and social well-being, in breach of the protocols governing the right to life, to protection against degrading or inhuman treatment and respect for family life. Despite rulings which confirmed the need to establish procedures for consultation with residents, no consensus has emerged on whether Local Authorities are required to assess the impact on residents before or after the decision to close or transfer a home (Age Scotland, 2005). The ruling that independent sector providers were not subject to the terms of the European Convention on Human Rights, placed significant limits on the use of the Human Rights Act (Age Scotland, 2005). In addition, the rights conferred by the Human Rights Act can be suspended by the terms of mental health legislation.

 

Mental Health (Care and Treatment) (Scotland) Act 2003

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Motability

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The National Assistance Act 1948

The National Assistance Act 1948 founded the National Assistance Board, which was responsible for public assistance in the form of means-tested supplements derived from national insurance contributions. This establishment of the system of welfare benefits encouraged the move from institutional to community-based care

 

The National Assistance (Assessment of Resources) Regulations 1992

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Public sector equality duty in Scotland

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Regulation of Care (Scotland) Act 2001

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Riding for the Disabled Association RDA

At RDA, our horses and ponies provide therapy, achievement and enjoyment to people with disabilities all over the UK. Our network of 500 volunteer groups organise activities such as riding, carriage driving, vaulting and show jumping.

 

Royal National Institute of Blind People (RNIB) – Scotland

Royal National Institute of Blind People (RNIB) and we’re here for everyone affected by sight loss. Whether you’re losing your sight or you’re blind or partially sighted, our practical and emotional support can help you face the future with confidence.

 

SANE

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Shaw Trust Scotland – Disability Advice Centre Glasgow

Disability Advice Centre Glasgow (DAC) provides confidential and holistic information and support to people with a long-term health condition or disability, their families/carers and health professionals. They are funded by NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde and are a new team in Shaw Trust.

 

Spinal Injuries Association

The Spinal Injuries Association (SIA) is the leading national user-led charity for spinal cord injured (SCI) people. Being a user led, we are well placed to understand the everyday needs of living with spinal cord injury and are here to meet those needs by providing key services to share information and experiences, and to campaign for change ensuring each person can lead a full and active life.

 

Social Work (Scotland) Act 1968

Local authorities have a duty under the Social Work (Scotland) Act 1968 to assess a person’s community care needs and decide in light of that assessment, whether to arrange any services and if so which services. Any provision of assistance should be based on a detailed assessment of the individual's care needs and should take account of their preferences.

 

Steps

They are a national charity supporting children and adults affected by a lower limb condition such as clubfoot or a hip condition.

 

Stroke Association – Scotland

They provide high quality, up-to-date stroke information for stroke patients, their families and carers

 

Turning Point Scotland

Turning Point Scotland supports service users with learning disabilities across Scotland accordingly to individual service users needs. Learning disabilities affect about 15 percent of the population, and can have a profound impact on individuals and families. Our main aim is to work in a person centred way with adults who have a learning/physical disability.

 

Vulnerable Witnesses (Scotland) Act 2004

To provide practitioners with a guide to the Vulnerable Witnesses (Scotland) Act 2004 and information about how it is being implemented. This is likely to be of interest to Crown Office and Procurator Fiscal Service staff, other legal practitioners, children's reporters, the police, court personnel, social workers, Victim Support Scotland volunteers and workers in other support organisations.

 

Whizz-Kidz

Whizz-Kidz, an organisation which provides specialised mobility equipment, wheelchair training, information and advice to change the lives of disabled children across the UK

 

Yourable

Youreable is the home of a vibrant community of disabled people, supporting and helping each other by sharing their experiences. It is run by leading national charity the Disabled Living Foundation (DLF).

 

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Disabled Persons Railcard

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Disability Rights – Disabled People – GOV.UK

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Disability Skiing Wales

They are an entirely voluntary organisation whose aim is to bring the joys of snow sports to disabled people.

 

Disability Wales

Disability Wales is an independent, not for profit organisation established in 1972. We are a membership organisation of disability groups and allies from across Wales.

 

Disabled Living Foundation

DLF is a national charity providing impartial advice, information and training on independent living since 1969.

 

Equality Act 2010

From 1 October 2010, the Equality Act strengthened and simplified discrimination laws, bringing together legislation on the grounds of race, sex, disability, sexual orientation, religion, marriage and civil partnerships, gender reassignment and age under one act. It replaced most of the DDA; however, the disability equality duty in the DDA continues to apply.

 

Equality Advisory Support Service

The Helpline advises and assists individuals on issues relating to equality and human rights, across England, Scotland and Wales. They can also accept referrals from organisations which, due to capacity or funding issues, are unable to provide face to face advice to local users of their services. They also have a webcam portal for British Sign Language (BSL) users via the Royal Association for Deaf people, so you can call through their webcam portal to speak to an adviser in BSL or text chat

 

Equality and Human Rights Commission

The Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC) is a non-departmental public body in Great Britain that was established by the Equality Act 2006 and came into being on 1 October 2007. The Commission has responsibility for the promotion and enforcement of equality and non-discrimination laws in England, Scotland and Wales. It took over the responsibilities of three former commissions: the Commission for Racial Equality, the Equal Opportunities Commission (which dealt with gender equality) and the Disability Rights Commission. It also has responsibility for other aspects of equality: age, sexual orientation and religion or belief. As a national human rights institution, it seeks to promote and protect human rights in Great Britain (with the exception of matters falling within the remit of the Scottish Human Rights Commission, SHRC).

 

Freedom of Information Act 2000

The Act covers any recorded information that is held by a public authority in England, Wales and Northern Ireland, and by UK-wide public authorities based in Scotland. Information held by Scottish public authorities is covered by Scotland’s own Freedom of Information (Scotland) Act 2002.

 

GoKidsGO

Go Kids Go is the leading provider of Wheelchair skills training. Our unique FREE Courses equip young wheelchair users with the skills to become independently mobile so that they can enjoy the same activities as their able bodied peers. Although we are a small charity - we run courses across the UK. These are practical fun and an ideal way to meet others in a similar position

 

Human Rights Act 1998

The Human Rights Act incorporated the European Convention on Human Rights (ECHR) into United Kingdom Law. This Act has been used to challenge the workings of the care system, for example, in the closure or transfer in ownership of residential care homes, following the deaths of care home residents after a forced move. A series of cases were brought against UK Local Authorities on the basis that closures and changes in ownership threaten residents' physical and social well-being, in breach of the protocols governing the right to life, to protection against degrading or inhuman treatment and respect for family life. Despite rulings which confirmed the need to establish procedures for consultation with residents, no consensus has emerged on whether Local Authorities are required to assess the impact on residents before or after the decision to close or transfer a home (Age Scotland, 2005). The ruling that independent sector providers were not subject to the terms of the European Convention on Human Rights, placed significant limits on the use of the Human Rights Act (Age Scotland, 2005). In addition, the rights conferred by the Human Rights Act can be suspended by the terms of mental health legislation.

 

Mental Capacity Act 2005

The Mental Capacity Act (MCA) is designed to protect and empower individuals who may lack the mental capacity to make their own decisions about their care and treatment. It is a law that applies to individuals aged 16 and over.

 

Motability

The Motability Scheme provides a simple way to lease a new car, scooter or powered wheelchair without the worry of owning and running one.

 

Ouch!

The BBC's disability website, has messageboards for general chat, advice on disability issues and answers to frequently asked questions.

 

Riding for the Disabled Association RDA

At RDA, our horses and ponies provide therapy, achievement and enjoyment to people with disabilities all over the UK. Our network of 500 volunteer groups organise activities such as riding, carriage driving, vaulting and show jumping.

 

Royal National Institute of Blind People (RNIB) – Wales

Royal National Institute of Blind People (RNIB) and we’re here for everyone affected by sight loss. Whether you’re losing your sight or you’re blind or partially sighted, our practical and emotional support can help you face the future with confidence.

 

SANE

SANE is a leading UK mental health charity. We work to improve quality of life for anyone affected by mental illness. Please explore the icons below to find out how we help people.

 

Scope – About Disability

We provide support, information and advice to more than a quarter of a million disabled people and their families every year.

 

Spinal Injuries Association

The Spinal Injuries Association (SIA) is the leading national user-led charity for spinal cord injured (SCI) people. Being a user led, we are well placed to understand the everyday needs of living with spinal cord injury and are here to meet those needs by providing key services to share information and experiences, and to campaign for change ensuring each person can lead a full and active life.

 

Steps

They are a national charity supporting children and adults affected by a lower limb condition such as clubfoot or a hip condition.

 

Stroke Association – Wales

They provide high quality, up-to-date stroke information for stroke patients, their families and carers

 

The Cinema Exhibitors’ Card

The CEA Card is a national concessionary card developed by the Cinema Exhibitors’ Association for UK cinemas in order to allow people with disabilities to obtain one free ticket for a person accompanying them to the cinema. There is an administration charge of £6.00 for the Card, which lasts for one year.

 

The National Assistance Act 1948

The National Assistance Act 1948 founded the National Assistance Board, which was responsible for public assistance in the form of means-tested supplements derived from national insurance contributions. This establishment of the system of welfare benefits encouraged the move from institutional to community-based care

 

National Health Service and Community Care Act 1990

The Act states that it is a duty for local authorities to assess people for social care and support to ensure that people who need community care services or other types of support get the services they are entitled to. Patients have their needs and circumstances assessed and the results determine whether or not care or social services will be provided. This also ensures that the people giving the care follow a certain set of rules called the care value base.

 

Public Sector Equality Duty in Wales 2014

The EHRC is the regulator of the PSED and our approach is to work with public authorities to encourage, guide, monitor and regulate activity on the public sector equality duty.

 

Whizz-Kidz

Whizz-Kidz, an organisation which provides specialised mobility equipment, wheelchair training, information and advice to change the lives of disabled children across the UK

 

Work and Disabled People – Disabled People – GOV.UK

Takes you to the Governments Work and Disabled People A – Z.

 

Yourable

Youreable is the home of a vibrant community of disabled people, supporting and helping each other by sharing their experiences. It is run by leading national charity the Disabled Living Foundation (DLF).

 

Disabled Sources of Interest - WALES ONLY.pdf

 

 

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DISABLED SOURCES OF INTEREST – NORTHERN IRELAND ONLY

 

AdaptNI

ADAPT is the only voluntary organisation in Northern Ireland, solely committed to improving disabled access and inclusion for all.

 

Benefits and Financial Help – Disabled People – GOV.UK

Takes you to the Governments Benefits and Financial help A – Z.

 

Blue Badge scheme – NIDirect

The Blue Badge Scheme is an important service for people with severe mobility problems that enables badge holders to park close to where they need to go. The scheme operates throughout the UK, and is administered in Northern Ireland by Transport NI (formerly known as Roads Service).

 

Carers – Disabled People – GOV.UK

Takes you to the Governments Carers A – Z.

 

Cedar Foundation

They support and empower children and adults with disabilities throughout Northern Ireland.

 

Disability Action

Disability Action is unique in its work, as it is the only Northern Ireland wide pan disability organisation working with disabled people with various disabilities; physical, mental, sensory, learning and hidden. Our work is important as one in five people in Northern Ireland has a disability.

 

Disability Discrimination (Northern Ireland) Order 2006 - NIDirect

The new laws also provide extra protection for disabled people in other areas such as private clubs and in discriminatory job advertisements. Also disabled people living in rented premises will now find it easier to have their homes adapted to meet their needs.

 

Disability Equipment and Transport – Disabled People – GOV.UK

Takes you to the Governments Disability Equipment and Transport A – Z.

 

Disabled Persons (Northern Ireland) Act 1989

Disabled Persons (Northern Ireland) Act 1989

 

Disabled Persons Railcard

If you have a disability that makes travelling by train difficult you might qualify for the Disabled Persons Railcard. The Disabled Persons Railcard allows you to get 1/3 off most rail fares throughout Great Britain. If you're travelling with an adult companion they also can get 1/3 off their rail fare - so you can save money for your friends too.

 

The Disabled Persons Railcard can only be used for discounts on the National Rail network in Great Britain, that is England, Scotland and Wales. It cannot be used on the Irish mainland, neither in Northern Ireland nor Ireland. Residents of Northern Ireland (being eligible to receive UK benefits) can apply for the Railcard to use when they travel in Scotland, Wales or England.

 

Disabled Police Officers Association of Northern Ireland

The Association's objectives are to promote the relief and benefit of the members of the Disabled Police Officers Association of Northern Ireland

 

Disability Rights – Disabled People – GOV.UK

Takes you to the Governments Disability Rights A – Z.

 

Disabled Ramblers Northern Ireland

DRNI is a rambling club for people with limited mobility which provides them, and their friends and family, opportunities to get out and enjoy the countryside.

 

Disability Sport NI

Disability Sport NI is the main charity in Northern Ireland working with children, young people and adults with a disability who would like to get involved and take part in recreational and performance sport.

 

Equality Commission Northern Ireland

The Equality Commission for Northern Ireland is a non-departmental public body established by the Northern Ireland Act 1998. Our powers and duties derive from a number of statutes which have been enacted over the last decades, providing protection against discrimination on the grounds of age, disability, race, religion and political opinion, sex and sexual orientation. We also have responsibilities arising from the Northern Ireland Act 1998 in respect of the statutory equality and good relations duties which apply to public authorities.

 

Freedom of Information Act 2000

The Act covers any recorded information that is held by a public authority in England, Wales and Northern Ireland, and by UK-wide public authorities based in Scotland. Information held by Scottish public authorities is covered by Scotland’s own Freedom of Information (Scotland) Act 2002.

 

GoKidsGO

Go Kids Go is the leading provider of Wheelchair skills training. Our unique FREE Courses equip young wheelchair users with the skills to become independently mobile so that they can enjoy the same activities as their able bodied peers. Although we are a small charity - we run courses across the UK. These are practical fun and an ideal way to meet others in a similar position

 

Human Rights Act 1998

The Human Rights Act incorporated the European Convention on Human Rights (ECHR) into United Kingdom Law. This Act has been used to challenge the workings of the care system, for example, in the closure or transfer in ownership of residential care homes, following the deaths of care home residents after a forced move. A series of cases were brought against UK Local Authorities on the basis that closures and changes in ownership threaten residents' physical and social well-being, in breach of the protocols governing the right to life, to protection against degrading or inhuman treatment and respect for family life. Despite rulings which confirmed the need to establish procedures for consultation with residents, no consensus has emerged on whether Local Authorities are required to assess the impact on residents before or after the decision to close or transfer a home (Age Scotland, 2005). The ruling that independent sector providers were not subject to the terms of the European Convention on Human Rights, placed significant limits on the use of the Human Rights Act (Age Scotland, 2005). In addition, the rights conferred by the Human Rights Act

 

Help for people with a disability – NIDirect

Useful information for anyone disabled

 

Motability

The Motability Scheme provides a simple way to lease a new car, scooter or powered wheelchair without the worry of owning and running one.

 

Northern Ireland Consessionary Fares Scheme - NIDirect

If you are 60 or over, or you have a disability you may be entitled to concessionary travel on bus and railway journeys within Northern Ireland.

 

Northern Ireland Dyslexia Association

Northern Ireland Dyslexia Association, the voice of dyslexic people, which aims to influence government and other institutions to promote a dyslexia friendly society

 

Northern Ireland Human Rights Commission

Disabled people in Northern Ireland have all the human rights in the European Convention on Human Rights (ECHR) and other international treaties and conventions that the UK government has signed.

 

Ouch!

The BBC's disability website, has message boards for general chat, advice on disability issues and answers to frequently asked questions.

 

People with Disabilities – NIDirect

Provides information for Disabled People in Northern Ireland

 

Personal Independence Payment (PIP) – NI Direct

Personal Independence Payment (PIP) is a new benefit designed to help people with disabilities live more independently and to support those in greatest need. Subject to the Welfare Reform Bill for Northern Ireland becoming law, PIP will replace Disability Living Allowance (DLA) for eligible people of working age (16 to 64 years old).

 

Rethink

Rethink, an organisation dedicated to improving the lives of everyone affected by severe mental illness

 

Riding for the Disabled Association RDA

At RDA, our horses and ponies provide therapy, achievement and enjoyment to people with disabilities all over the UK. Our network of 500 volunteer groups organise activities such as riding, carriage driving, vaulting and show jumping.

 

Royal National Institute of Blind People (RNIB) – Northern Ireland

Royal National Institute of Blind People (RNIB) and we’re here for everyone affected by sight loss. Whether you’re losing your sight or you’re blind or partially sighted, our practical and emotional support can help you face the future with confidence.

 

SANE

SANE is a leading UK mental health charity. We work to improve quality of life for anyone affected by mental illness. Please explore the icons below to find out how we help people.

 

SENSE

Sense provides a comprehensive range of services for deafblind children and adults in Northern Ireland. The services are designed to meet individual and community needs.

 

Special Education Needs and Disability (Northern Ireland) Order 2005 - NIDirect

Special Education Needs and Disability (Northern Ireland) Order 2005 makes it unlawful for schools, education and library boards, colleges and universities to discriminate against disabled people for reasons relating to their disability. It also places a duty on educational establishments to make reasonable adjustments to enable people with disabilities to have the same access to education as people without disabilities. It was amended by the ‘Special Educational Needs and Disability (General Qualifications Bodies) (Relevant Qualifications, Reasonable Steps and Physical Features) Regulations (Northern Ireland) 2008.’ These regulations came into force on 1 April 2008, and outline the list of qualifications in respect of which it is unlawful for a general qualifications body to discriminate against a disabled person.

 

Spinal Injuries Association

The Spinal Injuries Association (SIA) is the leading national user-led charity for spinal cord injured (SCI) people. Being a user led, we are well placed to understand the everyday needs of living with spinal cord injury and are here to meet those needs by providing key services to share information and experiences, and to campaign for change ensuring each person can lead a full and active life.

 

Steps

They are a national charity supporting children and adults affected by a lower limb condition such as clubfoot or a hip condition.

 

Stroke Association – Northern Ireland

They provide high quality, up-to-date stroke information for stroke patients, their families and carers

 

The Cinema Exhibitors’ Card

The CEA Card is a national concessionary card developed by the Cinema Exhibitors’ Association for UK cinemas in order to allow people with disabilities to obtain one free ticket for a person accompanying them to the cinema. There is an administration charge of £6.00 for the Card, which lasts for one year.

 

The National Assistance Act 1948

The National Assistance Act 1948 founded the National Assistance Board, which was responsible for public assistance in the form of means-tested supplements derived from national insurance contributions. This establishment of the system of welfare benefits encouraged the move from institutional to community-based care

 

Whizz-Kidz

Whizz-Kidz, an organisation which provides specialised mobility equipment, wheelchair training, information and advice to change the lives of disabled children across the UK

 

Work and Disabled People – Disabled People – GOV.UK

Takes you to the Governments Work and Disabled People A – Z.

 

Yourable

Youreable is the home of a vibrant community of disabled people, supporting and helping each other by sharing their experiences. It is run by leading national charity the Disabled Living Foundation (DLF).

 

Disabled Sources of Interest - NORTHERN IRELAND ONLY.pdf

 

 

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