I had a chat with my new boss yesterday about my job and I'm kind of disappointed. There were a lot of the same positions available around the country/London which were apparently all very similar, except mine it seems. Instead of it being entirely statistics based and just getting on with stuff, I also have to deal with the press, freedom of information etc for the entire department. I can understand why they put me there as my last job was a combination of stats and PR and the other new starters are somewhat lacking in communication skills, but i'm still a little gutted. Maybe it will make my days more interesting? Going in expected the worst isn't going to do me any favours so I best start on some "positive thinking"!

OH and I didn't go to the auction for the land near us. I spoke to the agent and the guide price was £10k per acre but it was expected to go for much more to the local residents. I can't help checking out what's around but know I won't be buying anything purely mine (not with OH) for a while.