Well, I think it very unlikely I shall vote Labour in the General Election next year. I have voted labour several times in the past. I don't like Ed Milliband (at all) and he left out vital parts in his recent Labour Party conference speech on the deficit and immigration. At the moment, I am inclined to vote Conservative as they seem to have the better policies. I wish the Conservatives were less "toffs" though. In truth,whoever gets elected will have a tough time. I am not voting UKIP.
The difference between the 2 main parties is really not that great. As a "first past the post" election, tactical voting will be called for. I'd like to vote Green but think this will be a wasted vote in a General Election.
See http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-29433919 .
Wednesday, 1 October 2014
Car tax discs - not needed from today
As of Oct 1st 2014, it is no longer necessary to display a car tax disc in the window of your car in the UK. Using computer records, enforcement officers can use registration details to check if a car is taxed and insured.
But apparently the on-line tax system is falling over. See http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-29430979 .
But apparently the on-line tax system is falling over. See http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-29430979 .
Burwell Museum
See http://www.burwellmuseum.org.uk/ .
Well worth a visit and a local museum that "punches above its weight".
Always lots to see and do and ideal for children with lots of "hands on" things to enjoy.
Well worth a visit and a local museum that "punches above its weight".
Always lots to see and do and ideal for children with lots of "hands on" things to enjoy.
Tuesday, 30 September 2014
Preserving British Values
See http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-29414574 . On this, I agree with the Home Secretary.
Great Britain does have values and these are worth preserving. The latest moves, planned for the next parliament, will be controversial as some will see them as an infringement of civil liberties. On balance, I favour the move to keep extremism at bay.
Great Britain does have values and these are worth preserving. The latest moves, planned for the next parliament, will be controversial as some will see them as an infringement of civil liberties. On balance, I favour the move to keep extremism at bay.
Monday, 29 September 2014
Lunch visit
Today one of my old school friends and his partner called in for lunch. It was the first time I'd seen him since my illness and it was good to spend a few hours catching up on things.
Independent Catalonia?
See http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-29410493 .
I am all for states gaining their independence, but they need to do it in association with the country they form part of currently. For example, Scotland had a vote to break away from the UK recently, but the majority wanted to stay in the UK. In Catalonia's case it would be fine to break from Spain if that is the majority view, but this is best done with the blessing of Spain.
I am all for states gaining their independence, but they need to do it in association with the country they form part of currently. For example, Scotland had a vote to break away from the UK recently, but the majority wanted to stay in the UK. In Catalonia's case it would be fine to break from Spain if that is the majority view, but this is best done with the blessing of Spain.
Sunday, 28 September 2014
Europe wins Ryder Cup
In the end, Europe beat the USA 16.5 to 11.5 in the Ryder Cup Golf 2014. It was a convincing win, with none of the last day surprises as has happened in the past in recent years.
See http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/golf/29402472 .
See http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/golf/29402472 .
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