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    Perhaps the appeals are also directed at the vast number of people who fall between being poor and are not multi millionaires. I would rather celebrities use their popularity to publicise worthwhile causes than trying to flog us some insurance (with a free pen) or a funeral plan!
  2. I tried to do a good deed but it wasn’t appreciated. A young lady was going to park her car at the bottom of Lennox Road and below the “Clearway End “ sign . I walked back 50 yards or so to warn her that the traffic wardens frequently ticketed offenders (myself included once) and advised her to move her car. Somehow the conversation turned into a bit of an argument about what a daft rule that was and she wasn’t obstructing anything.Almost as though I was responsible 😁I I went on my way muttering “Do as you please then”.
  3. That stand must have accommodated hundreds of thousands of fans before the disaster. Perhaps not the best design in hindsight but far from the worst facilities that I have experienced over the years. I was at that match in the South Stand and left after about 20 minutes when it became apparent that a disaster was unfolding rather than just another example of crowd trouble. In my opinion the big change was the wire netting fences that had been erected to prevent fans going on to the pitch. Had that not been in place I believe that many would have escaped the crush. Hopefully we live and learn.
  4. There was a programme on Radio 4 today discussing this memorial amongst others. I have no problem with a Muslim memorial within a suitable community as there are many memorials attached to churches,villages,regiments etc.etc. On a National Scale I think the money would be better on updating monuments such as the Cenotaph by adding a bronze plaque to commemorate all the countries who supported the allies during the 2 World Wars. There is no need to specify or single out particular religions at all just countries and individuals who made some great sacrifices and contribution to the war effort.
  5. I was really keen to see Dylan perform live in what must have been his most recent performance at a Sheffield Arena, Undoubtedly the most disappointing concert that I have ever been to. Unrecognisable renditions of some songs and for me totally self indulgent with no connection with the audience. I will stick with the recorded music that I still like. If that was the worst then Leonard Cohen was well up with the best .
  6. No idea but I suspect that the initial thrill for some quickly turns to a grim reality of mental and physical torment at the hands of a control freak. Very sad that some fall into such a trap.
  7. They do . And the catastrophic outcome for some of those who become victims of subsequent violence and control of the “bad boys” is a common news item. Misogynistic traits are ever present but not anything to be admired.
  8. Guilt or innocence on the rape and trafficking charges will be judged in a court of law. What I find strange is that any man finds Tates views (which are well documented )are admired by some men ,or that some women are apparently drawn towards such men.
  9. Did I say that? Of course spending on Covid and it’s effect on the economy was a major blow to our already weak economy. How much was necessary,how much was ill advised and how much was a total waste of money will continue to be debated for ever. However you may believe that pre Covid that the Conservative Government improved the standard of living for a great number of our population in the essentials of housing and health services then I don’t. The current crop of Conservative MPs should certainly not be within a million miles of Government,and many wont be after the next GE.
  10. @Chekhovhttps://www.hcrlaw.com/blog/the-labour-partys-vision-for-employment-law-reform/ The Green paper contains many proposals some of which may come to pass when Labour inevitably win at the next GE primarily because the Conservative Party have failed the country and are now devoid of any policies that will reverse their demise. Reading the attached it seems that there are proposed exceptions to your main point in that an employer would still be able to impose a probationary period. There are good employers who care for their workforce but there are some shockers and protection under the law has long been required.
  11. Assume the news is that Lee Anderson is to become their first MP. Hopefully just for a matter of months
  12. Mussels ! I think the look of them used to put me off when my mum used to have them but once I actually tried them it was another story. Whelks not so much so.
  13. Whereas the Conservatives have increased taxation to record levels and have cut services across the board. And that was happening before Covid spending. Who would vote for more of that?
  14. I do envy anyone who derives comfort due to their belief in a greater power.Plenty seek such comfort particularly in times of stress. I would not dismiss all mediums or religious leaders as charlatans though some undoubtedly are.
  15. Slice it how you like but the current situation in Gaza is controlled by Israel as has been the case for years. Not only the interception of aid from the outside but by cutting off essential supplies of water ,power and sewage systems. Even the US which has always supported Israel financially and in terms of technology has so far failed to break the embargoes imposed by Netanyahu. Any shipments from outside Gaza will still have to go through the same embargoes
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