The Royal Bromfield and Harefield NHS trust has produced an 18 booklet for staff on how to dress. It seems some of the hospital administrators have too much time on their hands, or maybe they are overstaffed in that department.
Michelle Heaton former member of Liberty X has had to give up on her binge drink experiment as the ill health effects were too dangerous for her to continue. This should be given greater publicity. apparently she got skin problems, lethargy, stomach pains, liver damage, mood swings, all in three weeks. What sort of nation will we have in a few years. Its a good job the Government introduced 24 hour drinking to help the nations health.
Rail fares are going up by upto 15% in places. That will really encourage people to get out of cars and use the train. If the train companies want to make more money then put more coaches on the busy trains.
I see the New Years honours list is full of over paid self important people, especially the OBE's and above. I like Michael Parkinson, but lets face it he has been very well paid for what he does, yet he gets a Knighthood. My wife as an example as a Paramedic is working shifts, out in all weathers, dealing with badly injured people, drunks, drug addicts, gets abused on a regular basis, for a little pay, but people like her never get near the honours board. Something is wrong somewhere.
Finally this will be last blog post of 2007, so a Happy and Prosperous New Year to you all
Steve Allen
Monday 31 December 2007
New Years Eve News
Football first, Spurs won 6-4 against Reading with Dimitar Berbatov scoring 4 goals. If you want to see goals a plenty head for White Hart Lane. It was terrible news at Motherwell, where their captian Phil O'Donnell collapsed and subsequently died. He was only 35, still a young man.
Benazir Bhutto has named her son, Bilawal Zardari, to be the next leader of her opposition party in Pakistan. Its a good job the same thing doesnt happen here. When Margaret Thatcher stepped down, we could have had her son Mark leading the country, God forbid.
In Kenya Mwai Kibaki was swron in as President again. His opponents allege the result was fraudulent and there has been trouble with the opposition Raila Odinga and his supporters. About fifty people have died. Its a good job politics in England isn't like that, we are too apathetic to care.
Benazir Bhutto has named her son, Bilawal Zardari, to be the next leader of her opposition party in Pakistan. Its a good job the same thing doesnt happen here. When Margaret Thatcher stepped down, we could have had her son Mark leading the country, God forbid.
In Kenya Mwai Kibaki was swron in as President again. His opponents allege the result was fraudulent and there has been trouble with the opposition Raila Odinga and his supporters. About fifty people have died. Its a good job politics in England isn't like that, we are too apathetic to care.
Friday 28 December 2007
News and Views
The funeral took place in Pakistan, in Sindh province of Benazir Bhutto. Apparently banks were destroyed, and train stations, and about 20 people have died since the incident. It seems there could be alot of trouble ahead in Pakistan. Apparently Al Quaeda have claimed responsibility. Big men, arn't they taking on unarmed people.
Joey Barton the Newcastle footballer has been kept in custody over New Year for an assault in Liverpool. The lad is a fool. it would seem he can't cope with the responsibility of being a very well paid footballer, and all that goes with it. I cant see his career lasting too long if thats how he behaves.
Tow people have died after going down the Long Churn Pot, in the Yorkshire Dales. It would seem that the cave flooded and they were trapped. It does seem madness to go down when the weather has been so bad.
A little girl died down south when she was hit by a vehicle as she drove her quad bike, downa public road at six in the evening following her parents four wheel drive. As much as I feel sorry for the parents losing their child, they must shoulder alot of the responsibility for her death. As well as it being illegal what she did, it was downright stupid for them to allow it.
Looks like Australia will beat India in the cricket test. The West Indies look to be coming good and seem to have the upper edge against south Africa.
Back to work for me tomorrow, then out to my sons in Manchester for a meal.
Joey Barton the Newcastle footballer has been kept in custody over New Year for an assault in Liverpool. The lad is a fool. it would seem he can't cope with the responsibility of being a very well paid footballer, and all that goes with it. I cant see his career lasting too long if thats how he behaves.
Tow people have died after going down the Long Churn Pot, in the Yorkshire Dales. It would seem that the cave flooded and they were trapped. It does seem madness to go down when the weather has been so bad.
A little girl died down south when she was hit by a vehicle as she drove her quad bike, downa public road at six in the evening following her parents four wheel drive. As much as I feel sorry for the parents losing their child, they must shoulder alot of the responsibility for her death. As well as it being illegal what she did, it was downright stupid for them to allow it.
Looks like Australia will beat India in the cricket test. The West Indies look to be coming good and seem to have the upper edge against south Africa.
Back to work for me tomorrow, then out to my sons in Manchester for a meal.
Thursday 27 December 2007
Deaths and other news
The biggest news item is the murder of Benazir Bhutto in Rawalpindi, Pakistan. Why can't people leet the electorate decide, or are they scared of what the popular vote will do, and so take matters into their hands. I just hope Pakistan does not turn into a bloodbath as a result of this murder. She was a courageous lady, as I'm sure she must have known this was likely to happen at some time.
Also a Police Officer died on duty in Wembley, London. The officer from the Metropolitan Police was assisting with a domestic incident and died. It seems like a heart attack, but the post mortem will show the cause of death. My thoughts go to his family and colleagues.
The football had a lot of sendings off. 17 I think, 3 of them were from the Luton team. Matbe the Xmas spirit was still in their bodies. Good win for Spurs though 5-1. A few more like that and should start to move up the table. Bradford City and Lincoln played each other for the first time since the Bradford fire. On that day I was policing a football at Huddersfield, against Portsmouth I think, when a call went out for all our van drivers to go straight to Bradford. we soon knew why.
Worked today, just for four hours. It was very quiet. I just had one property to view at Bradley. Tomorrow I'm not working, and neither is Jill, whoopee!!
Also a Police Officer died on duty in Wembley, London. The officer from the Metropolitan Police was assisting with a domestic incident and died. It seems like a heart attack, but the post mortem will show the cause of death. My thoughts go to his family and colleagues.
The football had a lot of sendings off. 17 I think, 3 of them were from the Luton team. Matbe the Xmas spirit was still in their bodies. Good win for Spurs though 5-1. A few more like that and should start to move up the table. Bradford City and Lincoln played each other for the first time since the Bradford fire. On that day I was policing a football at Huddersfield, against Portsmouth I think, when a call went out for all our van drivers to go straight to Bradford. we soon knew why.
Worked today, just for four hours. It was very quiet. I just had one property to view at Bradley. Tomorrow I'm not working, and neither is Jill, whoopee!!
Xmas and all that
Xmas is done or as near as damn it. We had a busy Xmas day with 12 to feed. Jill worked until 3am, and then she got up, and we cooked the meal. A nice time was had by all except for the washing up afterwards. On Boxing day we went to her mothers for a buffet meal. Again she had to leave early for work.
I received some lovely presents including an I Pod nano, an Isle of Arran 10 yrs old single malt whiskey, some Glenmorangie, and tickets to see the Dads Army the stage show in Manchester at the Lowry Theatre, as well as other presents.
On Boxing day I was up at 5.30am to take my son Jordan to bradford, as he was reading the news on Pulse Radion at 8, 9, 10, 11, and 12. He did the same today, so I was up early today.
I received some lovely presents including an I Pod nano, an Isle of Arran 10 yrs old single malt whiskey, some Glenmorangie, and tickets to see the Dads Army the stage show in Manchester at the Lowry Theatre, as well as other presents.
On Boxing day I was up at 5.30am to take my son Jordan to bradford, as he was reading the news on Pulse Radion at 8, 9, 10, 11, and 12. He did the same today, so I was up early today.
Sunday 23 December 2007
Other Things
Alesha Dixon won the Strictly Come Dancing. Whilst not a ballroom fan, I really admire the hard work these people have put in. I see the judges are wanting more money for next time. £60,000 for 12 weeks is not enough, I wish. About time old Bruce Forsyth moved along. His jokes are a bit thin and worn, and he keeps using old his old cliches from his old shows.
England drew the Test match, lucky with the help from the weather. We were beaten all ends up in bowling, fielding, and especially batting. Good job we don't face the Aussies next. I hear Michael Vaughan has suggested performance bonus's. What a joke, if pride can't spur you on playing for England, then you should not be in the team. If you you make runs or take wickets your bonus is that you will be in the next test.
Tottenham lost again yesterday to Arsenal. A point was lost with Robbie Keane missing a penalty.
Worked yesterday, had several viewings of houses. My company for information is Ryder and Dutton. Today we are preparing for Xmas, getting the house ready for guest on Christmas day.
England drew the Test match, lucky with the help from the weather. We were beaten all ends up in bowling, fielding, and especially batting. Good job we don't face the Aussies next. I hear Michael Vaughan has suggested performance bonus's. What a joke, if pride can't spur you on playing for England, then you should not be in the team. If you you make runs or take wickets your bonus is that you will be in the next test.
Tottenham lost again yesterday to Arsenal. A point was lost with Robbie Keane missing a penalty.
Worked yesterday, had several viewings of houses. My company for information is Ryder and Dutton. Today we are preparing for Xmas, getting the house ready for guest on Christmas day.
Greed and Holiday Misery
Well, amazing isn't it. The Government rfefusess to give the Police their full pay award, but yet the greedy MP's are wanting their full inlation busting pay recommendation. It looks like one rule for one, and another rule for the others. It's not just Labour party MP's either, the Conservatives seem to be just as bad. MP John Butterfill stated the MP's have an official review body, and he hopes the Government will agree with the Review bodies recommendations. I bet he does. Lets face it MP's get a good salary, alot of expenses, including help with buying a second home (to sell at a profit later), long holidays, and a pension second to none. I hope Gordon Brown applies the same rules to these spoilt, privileged few.
I feel sorry for those poor people whose Xmas holiday plans have gone up in smoke. A travel firm has collapsed, and ceased business. The company Travelscope, employs over 200 people who have lost their jobs. Not the best of times.
I feel sorry for those poor people whose Xmas holiday plans have gone up in smoke. A travel firm has collapsed, and ceased business. The company Travelscope, employs over 200 people who have lost their jobs. Not the best of times.
Friday 21 December 2007
TV and Shopping - Yawn
Today is my day off work.
This morning I was up at 5.30am, and went with my mate to do a short bit as an extra (walk on artist) for Emmerdale, a Yorkshire TV production in Leeds. I was a prison warder. Cannot say any more though.
Then it was back home and off to Morrisons to do the shopping for Christmas. It was pandemonium. Any-one would think we were going into seige conditions the amounts of food some people were buying. Still the shops open again on 27th December.
The news from the test was a little better. England 102 for 1, and then rain stopped play against Sri Lanka. I'm glad the test went ahead as this was the first test at Galle since the Tsunami.
This Data protection farce continues. The Skipton Building society has lost records of 15,000 customers, when a laptop was stolen from one of its staff. Its about time the Data Protection Registrar stepped in and started hitting some of these companies and agencies.
Nice little story in one of the papers, a chap rescued an injured bird, and the pidgeon now follows him everywhere, goes for rides in his car, won't let his wife near him (some chaps would be pleased about that, not me I hasten to add), sits on the side of his bath etc. Makes a change from rape allegations, and sordid party allegations, Oops, sorry Man Utd.
This morning I was up at 5.30am, and went with my mate to do a short bit as an extra (walk on artist) for Emmerdale, a Yorkshire TV production in Leeds. I was a prison warder. Cannot say any more though.
Then it was back home and off to Morrisons to do the shopping for Christmas. It was pandemonium. Any-one would think we were going into seige conditions the amounts of food some people were buying. Still the shops open again on 27th December.
The news from the test was a little better. England 102 for 1, and then rain stopped play against Sri Lanka. I'm glad the test went ahead as this was the first test at Galle since the Tsunami.
This Data protection farce continues. The Skipton Building society has lost records of 15,000 customers, when a laptop was stolen from one of its staff. Its about time the Data Protection Registrar stepped in and started hitting some of these companies and agencies.
Nice little story in one of the papers, a chap rescued an injured bird, and the pidgeon now follows him everywhere, goes for rides in his car, won't let his wife near him (some chaps would be pleased about that, not me I hasten to add), sits on the side of his bath etc. Makes a change from rape allegations, and sordid party allegations, Oops, sorry Man Utd.
Thursday 20 December 2007
Mobile Phones and other bits
The Crown Prosecution service wants people who use mobile phones whilst driving to be sent to prison. It seems abit draconian, as burglars, thieves, robbers etc do not always get that sentance. As an ex police officer my opinion and that of many officers is not very favourable towards the CPS. Yes, using the mobile is wrong when driving. Is any phone call really that important.
My son has been at Pulse Radio again today, and after Xmas will be reading the news for five days. His Japanese girlfriend seems to be settling quite well with us, and is enjoying the build up to Xmas.
Today at the estate agents I had five properties for viewing. Its quite nice looking round other peoples properties. Tomorrow I am day off from work, then just Saturday to work before Xmas.
I see the three Guantanamo Bay British residents have been released for US military custody. One is wanted in Spain, and is back in custody under an International Warrant. He may be going to Spain, to answer matters there. It remains to be seen if the Government will allow them to reside in this country, as none of the three are British citizens.
Finally it looks like a Briton is going to be released from the US where he has been on Death Row for 20 years. Apparently he was at one stage one hour from execution, having had his hair shaved etc. prior to the electric chair. His conviction has been ruled unsafe, and he has pleaded no contest to manslaughter instead. He is expected back in Britain soon. Lucky fellow!!
My son has been at Pulse Radio again today, and after Xmas will be reading the news for five days. His Japanese girlfriend seems to be settling quite well with us, and is enjoying the build up to Xmas.
Today at the estate agents I had five properties for viewing. Its quite nice looking round other peoples properties. Tomorrow I am day off from work, then just Saturday to work before Xmas.
I see the three Guantanamo Bay British residents have been released for US military custody. One is wanted in Spain, and is back in custody under an International Warrant. He may be going to Spain, to answer matters there. It remains to be seen if the Government will allow them to reside in this country, as none of the three are British citizens.
Finally it looks like a Briton is going to be released from the US where he has been on Death Row for 20 years. Apparently he was at one stage one hour from execution, having had his hair shaved etc. prior to the electric chair. His conviction has been ruled unsafe, and he has pleaded no contest to manslaughter instead. He is expected back in Britain soon. Lucky fellow!!
Disaster In sri lanka and other things
Well the Test match has descended to farcical proportions. Sri Lanka somehow scorded 499 and their captain scored over 200. England in reply struggled to 81 all out. That was mainly due to a partnership between Ryan Sidebottom and Paul Collingwood. I feel sorry for the fans who have travelled all that way to see England capitulate like that.
In football Sol Campbell of Portsmouth, has been complaining about abuse from the fans. He has even suggested the Government intervene as it is against his human rights. What a load of poppycock. He earns alot of money for his job, and is high profile. How about the abuse the referees get from the players, and the foul language of the players. My wife Jill, the paramedic gets alot of abuse verbal and sometimes physical when she is trying to help people. Campbell ought to join the real world, and be thankful he does what he does. The players and the game ought to get its own house in order first.
In football Sol Campbell of Portsmouth, has been complaining about abuse from the fans. He has even suggested the Government intervene as it is against his human rights. What a load of poppycock. He earns alot of money for his job, and is high profile. How about the abuse the referees get from the players, and the foul language of the players. My wife Jill, the paramedic gets alot of abuse verbal and sometimes physical when she is trying to help people. Campbell ought to join the real world, and be thankful he does what he does. The players and the game ought to get its own house in order first.
Tuesday 18 December 2007
More Data Lost etc
Oh dear, another Government agency has done it again. The DVLA has lost 3 million records on disc in Iowa. What on earth were they doing in Iowa? There should be a Ministry of Incompetence, mind you it will need loads of staff. That will reduce unemployment. It may even find jobs for the 165,000 asylum seekers who may be given an amnesty to stay!!!!!
The Government Home Affairs dept has advised the Home Office to give the Police their pay rise in full, but the Home Secretary says no. Upon her head be it. I'm sure she, and her fellow MP's will for go their rise when it is due, and keep below the Government figures, and pigs might fly.
England have made a steady start in the Test match. Lets hope tomorrow will see Sri Lanka out cheaply, and England bat well.
It looks like the two murders in West Yorkshire may be detected, two charged and at court in Dewsbury, and one in custody in Huddersfield for the Holmfirth murder.
The Government Home Affairs dept has advised the Home Office to give the Police their pay rise in full, but the Home Secretary says no. Upon her head be it. I'm sure she, and her fellow MP's will for go their rise when it is due, and keep below the Government figures, and pigs might fly.
England have made a steady start in the Test match. Lets hope tomorrow will see Sri Lanka out cheaply, and England bat well.
It looks like the two murders in West Yorkshire may be detected, two charged and at court in Dewsbury, and one in custody in Huddersfield for the Holmfirth murder.
Monday 17 December 2007
Shopping, Yuk
Today went shopping in Huddersfield for final Xmas gifts. I love Christmas, but hate the shopping part. Took my car a Nissan in for its service, all money going out.
We had a murder in Holmfirth over the weekend, and one in Dewsbury. Its tragic at the best of times, but so near Xmas is more poignant. You have to feel for the relatives.
We had a murder in Holmfirth over the weekend, and one in Dewsbury. Its tragic at the best of times, but so near Xmas is more poignant. You have to feel for the relatives.
The Weekend and Beyond
Friday was a quiet day for me, no work. Saturday I worked, but the estate agents was quiet. sunday I went to Sheffield with Jill to meet my youngest son and his Japanese girlfriend at the railway station. They are with us over Xmas and New Year. On Saturday our eldest son bought a new car, a little Peugeot. He lives in Manchester.
The Europeans met the Africans in a big summit in Portugal. As usual alot of hot air, but not much will be achieved, the same as in Bali. There was lot of talk, but until we see some action, who knows.
Good win for Spurs on Saturday at Portsmouth. A vital three points. Hopefully they can start climbing up the table. England start the third test in Galle, Sri Lanka tomorrow. We visited there a few years ago, and its a lovely place, but the ground is a new one. A win badly needed.
The Europeans met the Africans in a big summit in Portugal. As usual alot of hot air, but not much will be achieved, the same as in Bali. There was lot of talk, but until we see some action, who knows.
Good win for Spurs on Saturday at Portsmouth. A vital three points. Hopefully they can start climbing up the table. England start the third test in Galle, Sri Lanka tomorrow. We visited there a few years ago, and its a lovely place, but the ground is a new one. A win badly needed.
Thursday 13 December 2007
PM, parties, and views
The last two days have produced a drawn test match. I think Sri Lanka outplayed us. Nuf said.
England have a new football coach.. This time an Italian. It seems that English football suffers with too many foreign players, and coaches. I think the top six clubs all have foreign coaches (I include Scotland is foreign for this purpose).
Gordon Brown did an amazing disappearing act. He arranged a meeting after the date had been set for signing the European treaty, and was not there for the signing in Portugal, sending a boy to do the mans job. Why didn't Brown go? Does he not agree with the treaty? Was he worried he has sold us down the river to Brussels? Is he ashamed at back tracking on a referendum? Was he scared to append his name to it? Or was he just showing bad manners to the other European heads?
Poor old Jacqui Smith the Home Secretary, another debacle, this time with figures of persons given permits to work in the security industry, even though they should not have been in the country. The words in a brewery, a p**s-up, organise, couldn't, spring to mind.
Went to a good Xmas party with my wifes colleagues from Dewsbury Ambulance station last night to Leeds Royal Armouries. An excellent venue, good DJ, brilliant night.
Today is my dad's birthday. He is called Owen and lives in Guernsey, where I come from initially. He too was a police officer before he retired. Runs in the family. Work for me at the estate agents was pretty quiet, so I delivered leaflets. And thats it for today.
England have a new football coach.. This time an Italian. It seems that English football suffers with too many foreign players, and coaches. I think the top six clubs all have foreign coaches (I include Scotland is foreign for this purpose).
Gordon Brown did an amazing disappearing act. He arranged a meeting after the date had been set for signing the European treaty, and was not there for the signing in Portugal, sending a boy to do the mans job. Why didn't Brown go? Does he not agree with the treaty? Was he worried he has sold us down the river to Brussels? Is he ashamed at back tracking on a referendum? Was he scared to append his name to it? Or was he just showing bad manners to the other European heads?
Poor old Jacqui Smith the Home Secretary, another debacle, this time with figures of persons given permits to work in the security industry, even though they should not have been in the country. The words in a brewery, a p**s-up, organise, couldn't, spring to mind.
Went to a good Xmas party with my wifes colleagues from Dewsbury Ambulance station last night to Leeds Royal Armouries. An excellent venue, good DJ, brilliant night.
Today is my dad's birthday. He is called Owen and lives in Guernsey, where I come from initially. He too was a police officer before he retired. Runs in the family. Work for me at the estate agents was pretty quiet, so I delivered leaflets. And thats it for today.
Tuesday 11 December 2007
More News and Views
Well , my last day off, back to work tomorrow for 2 days.
I see there is abit of a furore over single manned fast response ambulances today. These are purely a way of meeting times. Alot of these fast responders are technicians, not paramedics, and some of the emergencies they get to, they are not trained to deal with, so a two man ambulance has to be called. Also the fast responders do not have faciliteis to transport patients to hospital, so a two man ambulance will have to attend, as well. Again this defeats the object of the exercise. There is also the aspect of safety for the single manned vehicle. Sometimes an innocuous incident may not be all that it seems. One person on their own is vulnerable. All this just so taht Ambulances Trusts can meet times. Its a bit like cooking the books, but wait, who is responsible for setting targets, THE GOVERNMENT.
Looks like Mr and Mrs Darwin will be having turkey care of Her Majesty over Christmas, a bit different to the sun kissed coast of Panama. You pays your money, you takes your chances.
The PM, or his representative is going to Portugal to sign the EU Treaty. Apparently, according to all the foreign heads of state and politicians, this is just the old Constitution, but called a treaty. According to HM Government it is a different document altogether. With the Governments ability to tell the truth, I will leave it to your imagination as to who is being sparse with the truth.
The Police are going to discuss asking for the ability to strike. It is a shame that a service with such a proud history has been reduced to this. it will be a sad day if the Police get the right to strike. I blame the Home Secretary and the Home Office for this. All to save a few bob.
Finally, the Test Match is heading towards a disaster, unless we can get alot of cheap wickets tomorrow. If Sri Lanka get a big lead, then we may go 2-0 down, unless the batters shine.
I see there is abit of a furore over single manned fast response ambulances today. These are purely a way of meeting times. Alot of these fast responders are technicians, not paramedics, and some of the emergencies they get to, they are not trained to deal with, so a two man ambulance has to be called. Also the fast responders do not have faciliteis to transport patients to hospital, so a two man ambulance will have to attend, as well. Again this defeats the object of the exercise. There is also the aspect of safety for the single manned vehicle. Sometimes an innocuous incident may not be all that it seems. One person on their own is vulnerable. All this just so taht Ambulances Trusts can meet times. Its a bit like cooking the books, but wait, who is responsible for setting targets, THE GOVERNMENT.
Looks like Mr and Mrs Darwin will be having turkey care of Her Majesty over Christmas, a bit different to the sun kissed coast of Panama. You pays your money, you takes your chances.
The PM, or his representative is going to Portugal to sign the EU Treaty. Apparently, according to all the foreign heads of state and politicians, this is just the old Constitution, but called a treaty. According to HM Government it is a different document altogether. With the Governments ability to tell the truth, I will leave it to your imagination as to who is being sparse with the truth.
The Police are going to discuss asking for the ability to strike. It is a shame that a service with such a proud history has been reduced to this. it will be a sad day if the Police get the right to strike. I blame the Home Secretary and the Home Office for this. All to save a few bob.
Finally, the Test Match is heading towards a disaster, unless we can get alot of cheap wickets tomorrow. If Sri Lanka get a big lead, then we may go 2-0 down, unless the batters shine.
Monday 10 December 2007
Prime Minister and New Queens
Gordon Brown the Prime Minister has been and visited troops in Basra, Iraq. I suppose it will be an easier task than looking in the papers and seeing the latest farce to hit his government. Does he really believe in our brave armed forces, or is this trip just in answer to the criticism from senior military figures past and present? I am I just being a bit cynical?
The Duchess of Cornwall has launched the latest trans atlantic liner, the Queen Victoria. So now Cunard have the Queen Elizabeth II, Queen Mary II, and Queen Victoria all in their fleet together. It is good to see our Maritime fleet at its best.
The Duchess of Cornwall has launched the latest trans atlantic liner, the Queen Victoria. So now Cunard have the Queen Elizabeth II, Queen Mary II, and Queen Victoria all in their fleet together. It is good to see our Maritime fleet at its best.
Sports personality of the Year
I noticed Ricky Hatton was third, Hamilton second, and Joe Calzaghe was the winner. It is appropriate as he did win a world title. Most of the other nominations were second or third. Its good to see a winner winning the title. Hamilton will be in the Swiss awards next year, Britain is not good enough for him.
I wonder how long it will be before we see a footballer win, or the England football team win the team prize. Answers on a postcard please.
I wonder how long it will be before we see a footballer win, or the England football team win the team prize. Answers on a postcard please.
Another Week
Well lets start with the cricket. England have done reasonably well, with Vaughan, Cook, Collingwood, and Prior getting runs. Pieterson must a bit aggrieved at being out, but I suppose it makes up for the ones where he has had a nick, but been given not out.
Spurs won at last, 2-1 against Man City. A good result, and badly needed.
Another British soldier died in Afghanistan yesterday. I gather he was a Sgt in the Yorkshire Regt, 2nd Battalion. That will be a poor Christmas for his family, and his unit. I pity those young lads being out there, especially when we are here enjoying the festive season.
Jill is at work now until 10pm tonight, driving her ambulance around West Yorkshire. I don't envy her with Xmas parties, and drunks about. Me, well I am day off again, and going to Denby Dale for a haircut later. Excitement abounds.
Spurs won at last, 2-1 against Man City. A good result, and badly needed.
Another British soldier died in Afghanistan yesterday. I gather he was a Sgt in the Yorkshire Regt, 2nd Battalion. That will be a poor Christmas for his family, and his unit. I pity those young lads being out there, especially when we are here enjoying the festive season.
Jill is at work now until 10pm tonight, driving her ambulance around West Yorkshire. I don't envy her with Xmas parties, and drunks about. Me, well I am day off again, and going to Denby Dale for a haircut later. Excitement abounds.
Sunday 9 December 2007
Sports, News and Views
Well, Sunday and day off.
I see Ricky Hatton lost in the tenth round. Still the lad deserves all the praise for going that far. Amir Khan had a quick win 72 secs, he should be in line for a World title fight soon.
Football results pretty predicatable, apart from Liverpool losing to Reading. Hope Spurs win today.
England made a solid start in Test, good to see Vaughan do well, and Cook get some runs. Hope Collingwood and Prior get a good partnership going tomorrow. Sri Lanka will make them work for the runs.
Mrs Darwin, of the canoe and Panama fame, arrived back at Manchester airport in the early hours, and now is receiveing hospitality, courtesy of the local constabulary.
The Police Federation are kicking up about the pay award. All my service from 1976 onwards, the pay award has always been dated from 1 Sept, but the Jaqui smith the Home Secretary says from 1 Dec. This is shabby treatment of a service that cannot legally strike. It serves the Government right if officers refuse to work overtime (although some officers always will), check all vehicles properly before taking them on the road, read all briefing items thoroughly before commencing patrol, and such like. This is the same Government that has increased MP's pay many times above the the inflation levels, gives huge expenses to MP's, and takes advantage of numerous perks, but the poor Police officer out in all weathers, working shifts, dealing with drunken, drugged aggressors, fatal accidents etc gets the thin edge of the wedge. The government seems to deal with the Police, Fire, Ambulance and Military in a very shabby way, and here I mean the rank and file. The senior officers seem to do OK if they bend the way of the politicians. We always used to say senior officers went to Bramshill to have their spines removed.
End of gripe.
Weather in Huddersfield, Yorkshire seems alot milder today. It tried to snow abit yesterday, as well as pouring down.
I see Ricky Hatton lost in the tenth round. Still the lad deserves all the praise for going that far. Amir Khan had a quick win 72 secs, he should be in line for a World title fight soon.
Football results pretty predicatable, apart from Liverpool losing to Reading. Hope Spurs win today.
England made a solid start in Test, good to see Vaughan do well, and Cook get some runs. Hope Collingwood and Prior get a good partnership going tomorrow. Sri Lanka will make them work for the runs.
Mrs Darwin, of the canoe and Panama fame, arrived back at Manchester airport in the early hours, and now is receiveing hospitality, courtesy of the local constabulary.
The Police Federation are kicking up about the pay award. All my service from 1976 onwards, the pay award has always been dated from 1 Sept, but the Jaqui smith the Home Secretary says from 1 Dec. This is shabby treatment of a service that cannot legally strike. It serves the Government right if officers refuse to work overtime (although some officers always will), check all vehicles properly before taking them on the road, read all briefing items thoroughly before commencing patrol, and such like. This is the same Government that has increased MP's pay many times above the the inflation levels, gives huge expenses to MP's, and takes advantage of numerous perks, but the poor Police officer out in all weathers, working shifts, dealing with drunken, drugged aggressors, fatal accidents etc gets the thin edge of the wedge. The government seems to deal with the Police, Fire, Ambulance and Military in a very shabby way, and here I mean the rank and file. The senior officers seem to do OK if they bend the way of the politicians. We always used to say senior officers went to Bramshill to have their spines removed.
End of gripe.
Weather in Huddersfield, Yorkshire seems alot milder today. It tried to snow abit yesterday, as well as pouring down.
Saturday 8 December 2007
Sport
Ricky Hatton is fighting in USA tonight. If he wins it should get him the Sports Personality of the Year award with the BBC.
Matthew hoggard is out of the second test match in Sri Lanka, thats a shame, unless you are Steve Harmison, as he may play instead.
A full programme of football today. Local derby Leeds v Huddersfield. I worked at those in the past when the there was alot of fighting and trouble. lets hope today passes quietly with 3 points to Huddersfield.
Matthew hoggard is out of the second test match in Sri Lanka, thats a shame, unless you are Steve Harmison, as he may play instead.
A full programme of football today. Local derby Leeds v Huddersfield. I worked at those in the past when the there was alot of fighting and trouble. lets hope today passes quietly with 3 points to Huddersfield.
Day Off and Back to Work
Yesterday was my day off, so I did some shopping, tidying around etc. Pretty boring stuff. Today I am back at work.
Spoke to my parents last night. They live in Guernsey. For any-one not familiar with it, Guernsey is one of the Channel Islands, and is situated nearer to France than England. It also happens to be my birth place.
My youngest son also rang from London where he is studying journalism - broadcasting at the University of Westminster for his Masters degree. My eldest son is a teacher of modern languages in Stockport.
The news, well the Darwin family seem to feature alot, the tale gets worse and worse.
The race fixing trial collapsed, and Kieron Fallon has had his case dropped. The trouble with sport is that when large betting syndicates get involved, then allegations appear.
The Daily Mail had an interesting piece in it yesterday about incompetent or inept Police Chief Constables. I agree with alot of their comments. The chiefs seem to get too involved in politics, social issues, instead of fighting crime, and preserving the peace. Law enforcement seems to have gone down the list of their priorities.
Spoke to my parents last night. They live in Guernsey. For any-one not familiar with it, Guernsey is one of the Channel Islands, and is situated nearer to France than England. It also happens to be my birth place.
My youngest son also rang from London where he is studying journalism - broadcasting at the University of Westminster for his Masters degree. My eldest son is a teacher of modern languages in Stockport.
The news, well the Darwin family seem to feature alot, the tale gets worse and worse.
The race fixing trial collapsed, and Kieron Fallon has had his case dropped. The trouble with sport is that when large betting syndicates get involved, then allegations appear.
The Daily Mail had an interesting piece in it yesterday about incompetent or inept Police Chief Constables. I agree with alot of their comments. The chiefs seem to get too involved in politics, social issues, instead of fighting crime, and preserving the peace. Law enforcement seems to have gone down the list of their priorities.
Thursday 6 December 2007
Darwin and New Prisons
I see the Darwins have come unstuck as a result of the photograph showing them together. I've cancelled my canoe trip, as I don't think I would like prison food.
Talking of prison, I see Jack straw the Justice Minister has announced the building of 3 new super prisons that will hold 2,500 inmates each. apparently the idea of super priosn has been tried on the continent and failed. Still its only tax payers money. We all know how Jack Straw fared when he Home Secretary.
Talking of prison, I see Jack straw the Justice Minister has announced the building of 3 new super prisons that will hold 2,500 inmates each. apparently the idea of super priosn has been tried on the continent and failed. Still its only tax payers money. We all know how Jack Straw fared when he Home Secretary.
More News and Views
Oh well went to work again at the Estate Agents. Not too many viewings of properties today. The time of year, financial crises, etc, but hopefully will pick up in New year. Had a good appraisal with my boss, so that was OK, then went down the Colne Valley area of Huddersfield delivering leaflets.
Got home tonight from work, and my wife Jill had put up a little Christmas tree in the hall, the real one will follow later. She had been out and bought quite a few more presents.
Goods news for borrowers today, the Bank of England Interest Rate fell by one quarter of ane percent. Apparently it saves about £16 per month on a £100,00 mortgage. apparently it should refuel the retail market.
The shooting in Omaha, USA was a tragedy. How on earth do these young kids get the weapons in the first place, and what motivates to then go and massacre all those poor people. As they say in here in Yorkshire, `There's nowt as queer as folk'.
Got home tonight from work, and my wife Jill had put up a little Christmas tree in the hall, the real one will follow later. She had been out and bought quite a few more presents.
Goods news for borrowers today, the Bank of England Interest Rate fell by one quarter of ane percent. Apparently it saves about £16 per month on a £100,00 mortgage. apparently it should refuel the retail market.
The shooting in Omaha, USA was a tragedy. How on earth do these young kids get the weapons in the first place, and what motivates to then go and massacre all those poor people. As they say in here in Yorkshire, `There's nowt as queer as folk'.
Wednesday 5 December 2007
Lost and Found
Well we lost the Test Match, but Mrs Darwin found Mr Darwin, or at least the police did, and Chief Constable Med Hughes lost his licence.
Yes we lost the Test match to Sri Lanka, despite a godd knock by Ian Bell again. The main batsmen let us down again. Still onto Galle for the next test.
Mr Darwin the canoist turns up after 5 1/2 years, his wife has moved to Panama, knew nothing of the whereabouts of her husband, received a life insurance payout, and lo and behold the Daily Mirror a photo allegedly showing Mr & Mrs Darwin together in Panama. Maybe I'm thick or something, but the Darwins tale does not seem to stand the test. Still I'm sure it will all come out in the wash. Still chaps, if your wife buys you a canoe for Xmas, you could be going to Panama for a holiday.
med Hughes the chief of South Yorkshire Police has lost his licence. At least I admire his courage in owning up to what he had done and taking the consequences, unlike some in his position would have come up with some lame flimsy excuse to try and get off.
Finally I see the Mohammed, teddy bear and profit jokes have started doing the rounds. I wont repeat them as I don't want to end up in hot water.
Yes we lost the Test match to Sri Lanka, despite a godd knock by Ian Bell again. The main batsmen let us down again. Still onto Galle for the next test.
Mr Darwin the canoist turns up after 5 1/2 years, his wife has moved to Panama, knew nothing of the whereabouts of her husband, received a life insurance payout, and lo and behold the Daily Mirror a photo allegedly showing Mr & Mrs Darwin together in Panama. Maybe I'm thick or something, but the Darwins tale does not seem to stand the test. Still I'm sure it will all come out in the wash. Still chaps, if your wife buys you a canoe for Xmas, you could be going to Panama for a holiday.
med Hughes the chief of South Yorkshire Police has lost his licence. At least I admire his courage in owning up to what he had done and taking the consequences, unlike some in his position would have come up with some lame flimsy excuse to try and get off.
Finally I see the Mohammed, teddy bear and profit jokes have started doing the rounds. I wont repeat them as I don't want to end up in hot water.
Tuesday 4 December 2007
Changes of Fortune
Well it looks like England have snatched defeat from the jaws of victory. They let Sri Lanka get away with a large second innings, and then lost an early wicket. Lets hope the final day is better than hoped for, and some of the batsmen get a good score.
The Labour donations scandal has continued, Peter Hain forgot several donations he received in his deputy leadership campaign. It seems alot of people are forgetting things, and getting found out.
Northern Rock management has done its shareholders proud, I see. They have announced staff benefits for good work giving a minimum of about £1,700 bonus, plus more for senior officials. That must be great comfort to shareholders who have seen their shares fall from about 1100p to 100p in a matter of weeks.
Today has been another day off. Had a photographer at the house today. Cant say why, but all will become apparent some time in the future.
Tonight I am off to a meeting of National Association of Retired Police Officers (NARPO). Yes you may have guessed I am a retired Police Officer, and proud of it.
My wife, Jill is at a cultural evening in Batley following on from her latest trip to India. she will be getting some food provided, probably nice spicy Asian food yum, yum.
The Labour donations scandal has continued, Peter Hain forgot several donations he received in his deputy leadership campaign. It seems alot of people are forgetting things, and getting found out.
Northern Rock management has done its shareholders proud, I see. They have announced staff benefits for good work giving a minimum of about £1,700 bonus, plus more for senior officials. That must be great comfort to shareholders who have seen their shares fall from about 1100p to 100p in a matter of weeks.
Today has been another day off. Had a photographer at the house today. Cant say why, but all will become apparent some time in the future.
Tonight I am off to a meeting of National Association of Retired Police Officers (NARPO). Yes you may have guessed I am a retired Police Officer, and proud of it.
My wife, Jill is at a cultural evening in Batley following on from her latest trip to India. she will be getting some food provided, probably nice spicy Asian food yum, yum.
Monday 3 December 2007
Test match, and news and views
Well England scored a few more than I expected in the Test Match, and Muttiah Mulitheran is now the world record holder for test wickets. England then struggled to get wickets, still its an open game, if England take a couple of early wickets tomorrow then they have a chance of a 1-0 lead.
Its good to hear that the school teacher in Sudan is getting released. It seems ridiculous to us taht some-one makes a cultural faux pas and ends up in jail, with crowds baying for her to be executed. Good on the two peers who went out there, no marks for the Foreign Office though.
I have read today that alot of Asian women are have babies aborted once they find out that the sex of the unborn child is female. Apparently it is common for them to go to India to have the sex told, as some NHS trusts will not tell them the sex.
Well the weather started well this morning and then got worse, wet and windy. Winter is definately here now.
Its good to hear that the school teacher in Sudan is getting released. It seems ridiculous to us taht some-one makes a cultural faux pas and ends up in jail, with crowds baying for her to be executed. Good on the two peers who went out there, no marks for the Foreign Office though.
I have read today that alot of Asian women are have babies aborted once they find out that the sex of the unborn child is female. Apparently it is common for them to go to India to have the sex told, as some NHS trusts will not tell them the sex.
Well the weather started well this morning and then got worse, wet and windy. Winter is definately here now.
Sunday 2 December 2007
Hi, Sunday morning, poor weather. Last night was thunder and lightning, with heavy rain.
Today listened to the Test Match, England v Sri Lanka from Kandy. England appeared to be going quite well until they lost a few wickets, now I don't expect they will get more than 250, unless one of the tailenders backs up Collingwood.
Quiet day at home as my wife Jill is working until 4pm. She is a paramedic.
I have read the Sunday paper, not much news in that today, except for the more revelations about financial backers of the labour party. It all seems a bit of mess. Some of the MP's want the public to sponsor the political parties, but I don't see why I as a taxpayer should fund some-one to get elected just so that they can be an MP, and then receive a fat salary, large expenses and all the perks that go with the job. If they want it that bad let them work for the privilege.
Thats my gripe of the day.
Today listened to the Test Match, England v Sri Lanka from Kandy. England appeared to be going quite well until they lost a few wickets, now I don't expect they will get more than 250, unless one of the tailenders backs up Collingwood.
Quiet day at home as my wife Jill is working until 4pm. She is a paramedic.
I have read the Sunday paper, not much news in that today, except for the more revelations about financial backers of the labour party. It all seems a bit of mess. Some of the MP's want the public to sponsor the political parties, but I don't see why I as a taxpayer should fund some-one to get elected just so that they can be an MP, and then receive a fat salary, large expenses and all the perks that go with the job. If they want it that bad let them work for the privilege.
Thats my gripe of the day.
Saturday 1 December 2007
December Begins
Oh well, another day, another month. back to work again. Have a quiet morning.
Listening to the Test Match on the radio. England are doing well, had Sri Lanka at 42 for 5 at one stage, now 180 for 7 at tea. matthew Hoggard has bowled really well by the sounds of it. Lets hope it continues this way. This test is being played in Kandy. This is the only test venue in the world using a college ground. I visited here several years ago.
The only other main items of news seem to be the poor lady in the Sudan, and the latest Labour Party shambles, over the cash donations.
Listening to the Test Match on the radio. England are doing well, had Sri Lanka at 42 for 5 at one stage, now 180 for 7 at tea. matthew Hoggard has bowled really well by the sounds of it. Lets hope it continues this way. This test is being played in Kandy. This is the only test venue in the world using a college ground. I visited here several years ago.
The only other main items of news seem to be the poor lady in the Sudan, and the latest Labour Party shambles, over the cash donations.
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