There are three main pedestrian thoroughfares through my local town.
Chuggers ambushed me on all three on Saturday.
Nuisance or Necessity?
Chuggers ambushed me on all three on Saturday.
Nuisance or Necessity?
100%We British struggle with the line between assertiveness and rudeness. It's not rude to say 'no thanks' and keep on walking. It's not even rude to immediately interrupt their spiel, and quickly explain that you only give money online, or through your church, or whatever. Actually, it's good for them if you do this, as they don't need to waste any more time on you and can go and find someone who might actually be interested in donating.