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The DOs and DON'Ts of writing nasty notes to neighbours

It’s an unappreciated art form.

NEIGHBOURS CAN BE tricky. So we’ve put together this handy guide to happy co-existence.

Follow these rules, and nobody gets hurt.

DO: Use Liam Neeson to address any difficult issues

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DON'T: Use Harry Potter

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DO: Hint at your knowledge of their failings

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DON'T: Be downright nasty about it. That's just mean.

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DO: Make the boundaries clear

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DON'T: Overstep them.

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DO: Save your neighbours from themselves

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DON'T: Tell them what to do with their own pants.

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DO: Wish them well in the religious path they have chosen

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DON'T: Mention 'boners'.

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Enjoy your happy new life? And feel free to share your best neighbour stories in the comments...

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