MORRIS MINOR MAGAZINE: SUSPENSION OF PUBLICATION

[ASL642]

It says nothing will be done until the end of May.

[irmscher]

I thought Russell would of been on to explain but it probably means the mag wont be out again .Such a shame as it was a good magazine .

[PaulTubby]

I received the letter also, and don't understand why they needed me to put it in writing that I want the money back they owe me!?

[ASL642]

It's standard policy when a firm ceases trading (in this case a publication) for the liqudator to request all creditors to put their claim in writing. He can then work out how much is owed and to whom.

[irmscher]

Usually 10p in the Pound and trade advertisers will get paid first

[irmscher]

Anyone been paid yet??

[ASL642]

It's only been 5 working days since the end of May. I would not expect anything to happen for at least 2 months.

[irmscher]

[bmcecosse]

If you paid with a Credit Card - you may be able to claim the money back from them.

[samuria]

just received a reply for my claim for a refund......
it says.. we are happy to transfer the issues remaining over
to another of our titles???????

which when i looked at them ...
i have no interest what so ever
i will be calling them on monday
to give them some sharp tongue

[POMMReg]

Is 'Practical Elastic-Band Twanging' one of their titles?

I also subscribe to 'Impractical Elastic-Band Twanging' too!

What they're offering is essentially a Credit Note!

This is NOT an option, possibly against T&C's as the boob
was their end!!

[dalebrignall]

i am not impressed i will write another letter asking for a full refund if not will go to citizens advice

[moggiethouable]

I have been offered half the value of my subscriptions or delivery of 5 issues of an alternative magazine.
As my son is a drummer I opted for delivery of 5 issues of a drum magazine.
I suppose as they dont have by law to do anything, the gesture has to be appreciated.

[DAVIDMCCULLOUGH]

I to have had a letter offering me 50% of my paid up subs in refund, Ive just phoned them to ask why only 50%. I spoke to a very pleasant lady called Hannah who has told me to email subs@blazepublishing.co.uk and request a full refund. There is no guarantee that it will come but worth trying.

[IaininTenbury]

It's standard policy when a firm ceases trading (in this case a publication) for the liqudator to request all creditors to put their claim in writing. He can then work out how much is owed and to whom.

Sounds a bit of a try on does this. I mean the firm, Blaze Publishing, hasn't ceased trading, they have merely ceased production of one of their products. If they are unable to supply a product as advertised then a full refund should be offered. Anythign else is an attempt to wriggle out of it in my view.

[mike.perry]

I have been informed that I am owed 13 issues of Morris Minor Magazine or a 50% refund. Strangely non of the other titles appeal to me so I will be demanding a 100% refund.

[IaininTenbury]

I would imagine if you insist on the full amount you will get it. They are still in business and trading so will not wish a lot of small claims court actions and probably just pay. The 50% offer is just bad form and an attempt to fob people off with less. Another magazine is fine if there is one that appeals - no other motoring titles as far as I can see.
Its just typical modern business practice to try and fiddle the customer and hope they get away with it. Imagine if it was a Morris Minor parts specialist for eg: You order and pay for a sill for say £30. They then contact you and say that they don't do sills anymore, but you could have a boot floor instead, or if not have a refund of £15.... I don't think so!

[RussLCV]

keep onto to them guys and gals for you refunds............I was not even aware of the letters being issued and was kept in the dark by Blaze!

I have issue 205 already to go! and the next 3 issues after that

H

[irmscher]

I find it very strange Russell that you decide to post on this thread now that things are being sorted out .I certainly wont be subscribing ever again !

[RussLCV]

I would suggest you look at your pm and then wonder what I am supposed to do.....you have my e mail address many MMOC members contacted me and were concerned as to how I had been treated by Blaze!

H