Just as it started to rain whilst delivering in Gloucester Crescent I heard a call from my colleague on the other side of the road 'Nigel this resident would like to talk with the candidate now!' so I quickly walked over and up the steps, I was warmly greeted and we were invited in to meet the gentleman's 97 year old Mother. She was so pleased to meet us.
When I was then asked 'do you fix televisions'!
Naturally, not the everyday question I was prepared for. I guessed it was connected with the Digital Channel switchover that had taken place 4th April, so offered to have a go and start an auto-retune, which fixed the problem.
They just said that any candidate that can diagnose a technical problem like this on the spot clearly can help run the local council!
We both left feeling really happy we were able to assist this wonderful charming lady out during a very wet and cold Easter Holidays.
We decided after several hours out in the wet and cold to call it a night and head off to 'J's at 148 Regents Park Road for refreshments. Where again we were able to help out as we were seated at the front a family and elderly family member needed easy access so we offered to relocate to the rear of the ristorante. We were thanked so warmly for our simple jesture.
