Thanks for the information from all who replied.
I'm in two minds as to what to do, on the one hand I'm moving shortly, due to go on the first of June, so I could just hang on, and hope they last until then. Or try getting a connection for six weeks before I move, this latter doesn't seem to be a very likely solution as I can't think of anyone who wants to take new customers on a six week broadband contract.
On Mon, 2007-04-16 at 12:16 +0100, J.R. Seago wrote:
Thanks for the information from all who replied.
I'm in two minds as to what to do, on the one hand I'm moving shortly, due to go on the first of June, so I could just hang on, and hope they last until then. Or try getting a connection for six weeks before I move, this latter doesn't seem to be a very likely solution as I can't think of anyone who wants to take new customers on a six week broadband contract.
To be honest I think the most likely scenario even if Pipex are on the verge of going pop, is that other ISP's are simply waiting to the 11th hour to put a takeover deal on the table.
Given how long Pipex have been in the game, the brand recognition and the number of customers there must be plenty of the big players that are not going to sit by and watch all of pipex's customer base be dispersed when for what could be a very nominal buyout (at the 11th hour) they could have the whole lot.
That is of course unless Pipex has more operating debt than the potential worth of their customer base (and not all operating debts are transferred in all buyout scenarios)
Even if they fall into administration or liquidation then those responsible for liquidating the assets will probably recognise than the client base at an ISP only has value until you flick the big "off" button and will probably try and continue service until they can figure out what to do with this particular "asset".
So I'd go out on a limb here and say you were safe for six weeks (and yes this already does smack of "famous last words")
"J.R. Seago" j.r.seago@dsl.pipex.com wrote:
[...] doesn't seem to be a very likely solution as I can't think of anyone who wants to take new customers on a six week broadband contract.
I'm a member of The Phone Coop and we have 1 month initial contract and notice period, but I guess the inevitable BT delay has to be added to that. If you'd like to credit me with the referral, a link is on my personal homepage (address in last line of footer).
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On Monday 16 April 2007 22:18, you wrote:
"J.R. Seago" j.r.seago@dsl.pipex.com wrote:
[...] doesn't seem to be a very likely solution as I can't think of anyone who wants to take new customers on a six week broadband contract.
I'm a member of The Phone Coop and we have 1 month initial contract and notice period, but I guess the inevitable BT delay has to be added to that. If you'd like to credit me with the referral, a link is on my personal homepage (address in last line of footer).
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Mark, the reason for the six week period is that on the first of June, I together with the rest of my family and dogs, are moving to a village to the south of Loch Ness, about half way between Fort Augustus and Inverness. So I can't really make any plans or contracts beyond that point. There is broad band already at the new house, but I'll have to check what is available. I'm just hoping that Pipex holds up long enough for me to get there, or at least out of here! There is also the problem that we may have to go early and stay somewhere between, whilst sorting out selling in England and buying in Scotland, which in itself seems to be a legal/financial minefield.
On 16-Apr-07 21:43:47, J.R. Seago wrote:
[...] Mark, the reason for the six week period is that on the first of June, I together with the rest of my family and dogs, are moving to a village to the south of Loch Ness, about half way between Fort Augustus and Inverness.
Hmmm, let me guess ... I think "to the south of" rather than "on the south of" rules out Inverfarigaig, leaving Errogie (closest match), Torness, or possibly Aberarder.
So I'll settle for Errogie.
In any case it's a delightful prospect! Much happiness (and I bet the dogs will love it).
All best wishes, Ted.
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On Tuesday 17 April 2007 13:06, Ted Harding wrote:
On 16-Apr-07 21:43:47, J.R. Seago wrote:
[...] Mark, the reason for the six week period is that on the first of June, I together with the rest of my family and dogs, are moving to a village to the south of Loch Ness, about half way between Fort Augustus and Inverness.
Hmmm, let me guess ... I think "to the south of" rather than "on the south of" rules out Inverfarigaig, leaving Errogie (closest match), Torness, or possibly Aberarder.
So I'll settle for Errogie.
In any case it's a delightful prospect! Much happiness (and I bet the dogs will love it).
All best wishes, Ted.
Exactly on target Ted! I've just got to get through the sell in England, and then use the money that arrives late, to buy in Scotland trick and we're off!
On Mon, Apr 16, 2007 at 12:16:56PM +0100, J.R. Seago wrote:
Thanks for the information from all who replied.
I'm in two minds as to what to do, on the one hand I'm moving shortly, due to go on the first of June, so I could just hang on, and hope they last until then. Or try getting a connection for six weeks before I move, this latter doesn't seem to be a very likely solution as I can't think of anyone who wants to take new customers on a six week broadband contract.
I'm not sure that just because Pipex are up for sale that this means they'll implode if they don't get bought. I'd have thought it more likely that it's a case of the investors trying to make their money back rather than the business not being financially viable going forward. I would imagine you won't hit any problems before you have to move.
J.
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