Bedfordshire Tech in the late 80's, move into my MQ, redecoration needed (of course). Contact families officer, "sorry P" says he, "no money, you can come round and choose some colours and we will supply the paint for you to do it".
B****r that.
One week later in comes Fam. Office car for oil change.
5ltrs of oil, 4 plugs, filters various and a set of points deposited in front LH footwell.
Wander down to MT control, hand keys to Cpl controller and order him to return car to Families Officer with the message " No staff, here's the kit, you are very welcome to use my facilities".
Half an hour later phone rings, "Hi P, touché, come round and pick some colours"
D and I got on famously after that.
It's not what you know.......
PM
