'I pay service charge when I want to, not when I haven't had good service.'

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On April 12, the HC had directed the bodies to file a complete list of all their members who are supporting their pleas as well as the percentage of their members who impose service charge as a mandatory condition in their bills.

Source: https://indianexpress.com/article/cities/delhi/staff-contribution-in-place-of-service-charge-delhi-hc-to-hotel-body-8926041/

Really our bills are just the service charge, heating and water which has meant we’re paying a lot less than in our previous house – even with the rising price of energy.

Source: https://metro.co.uk/2023/05/20/what-i-own-julia-and-ian-who-downsized-and-are-now-mortgage-free-18797364/

Rick Bayless’ Bar Sotano and Frontera Grill, both of which are participating in Restaurant Week, are adding their usual 20% service charge to each check, which, according to the menus “is to pay our staff an equitable and dependable livelihood.

Source: https://chicago.suntimes.com/2023/1/25/23570024/restaurants-surcharges-chicago-restaurant-week-dining-out

Starlink orders now cost $599 upfront for its starter kit, with a monthly service charge of $110 to receive internet service, according to technology news website The Verge.

Source: https://cyprus-mail.com/2023/05/23/starlink-to-be-available-in-cyprus-later-this-year/

The benefits of working at Grantley Hall include generous annual leave, service charge incentives, complimentary uniforms, free meals while on duty, a "Refer a Friend" scheme, ongoing rewards and exclusive discounts through the Grantley Gateway programme.

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The High Court thereafter directed, “the interim order shall not be shown on the display board or menu card in a manner to mislead the consumer that the service charge has been approved by this court”.

Source: https://indianexpress.com/article/cities/delhi/service-charge-staff-welfare-fund-delhi-hc-suggestion-restaurant-bodies-8553103/

The service charge does include things like a communal gym, 24-hour concierge and security, lifts and bike storage, but it still seems a bit steep and I am worried about costs escalating in the future.

Source: https://www.dailymail.co.uk/money/mortgageshome/article-12758457/Should-buy-leasehold-flat-5-000-yearly-service-charge.html?ns_mchannel=rss&ns_campaign=1490&ito=1490

Unfortunately, from an owner’s point of view, the income derived from the good parts of the centre just about cover the shortfall of service charge.

Source: https://www.chroniclelive.co.uk/news/north-east-news/eldon-garden-shopping-centre-put-26120091

While in the UK many view service charge as an optional add-on to their bill, US diners are expected to fork out an average 15 to 20 percent per meal, and more than 20 per cent for exceptional service.

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