YOURS (UK)

Your questions

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QThe road behind my house has lots of potholes and potentiall­y dangerous overhangin­g trees. Who can I report this to?

P Green, Northants Yours says You can help map and report street problems (including full bins and fly tipping) anywhere in the UK, using the free website www. fixmystree­t.com. Just pop in the postcode to see if this issue has been reported previously. If not, you can complete the online form and add a photo as evidence. This will then be flagged up to the local authority responsibl­e for fixing them.

QI’d like to add extra security to my conservato­ry doors. Can you recommend anything?

G Hobbs, by email Yours says The Patlock security device is endorsed by police and crime prevention organisati­ons. It easily slides over two internal handles, preventing external handles from being used. This ensures the door mechanism remains in the locked position even if the locks are damaged or removed.

■ RRP £59.99 from Argos or www.patlock.co.uk

QMy auntie lives alone and although I try to call her daily, she rarely interacts with other people. Are there any volunteer services that can help?

Jen, Market Rasen Yours says Call In Time is a national befriendin­g service provided by Age UK. They can match your aunt with a volunteer befriender who shares similar interests. The volunteer will call once a week at an agreed time for a friendly chat. Calls are free and everyone’s safety is protected by an automatic connection service so no phone numbers need to be exchanged.

■ To register as a befriender or to receive a call, dial 0800 434 6105 or visit www.ageuk.org. uk/services/befriendin­g-services/sign-up-fortelepho­ne-befriendin­g/

QWhere can I buy flannelett­e sheets? M Price, Brighton

Yours says These soft flannelett­e fitted sheets are made from 100 per cent brushed cotton fabric, providing extra warmth throughout the winter months.

■ From £5.95. Call Linens Unlimited on 0800 389 0059 or visit www.linenslimi­ted.com

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