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Re: General Discussion of UK Politics

Post by GT93 » July 16, 2022, 3:27 pm

Translation: democracy isn't healthy in the UK. Interesting times.


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Re: General Discussion of UK Politics

Post by stattointhailand » July 16, 2022, 3:54 pm

Perhaps our nautical types could let us know If the plastic Naval Captain still in the race?

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Re: General Discussion of UK Politics

Post by tamada » July 16, 2022, 6:16 pm

GT93 wrote:
July 16, 2022, 3:27 pm
Translation: democracy isn't healthy in the UK. Interesting times.
Healthier than some? At least the UK's PM getting caught with his metaphorical 'hand in the cookie jar' can get the heave-ho. There are checks and balances, albeit some being hastily promulgated or rescinded if/when it suits the incumbent government (like right now). Despite others opining that the Brits may be 'winging it', the UK is blessed with it's great, unwritten constitution so it never gets totally, mind-numbingly boring.
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Re: General Discussion of UK Politics

Post by tamada » July 16, 2022, 6:18 pm

stattointhailand wrote:
July 16, 2022, 3:54 pm
Perhaps our nautical types could let us know If the plastic Naval Captain still in the race?
The wren? She was a reservist wasn't she? A bit like Tugendhat? A territorial that saw a bit of foreign action?
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Re: General Discussion of UK Politics

Post by stattointhailand » July 16, 2022, 6:39 pm

Honorary Captain Pennywash

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Re: General Discussion of UK Politics

Post by Earnest » July 18, 2022, 1:14 am

I'm just watching the Prime Ministerial hopefuls on an ITV debate and I'm reminded of a Lord Sugar Apprentice episode.

You're fired.
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Re: General Discussion of UK Politics

Post by rick » July 20, 2022, 5:04 pm

So we are down to 3 - Slimy Sunak, Moronic Liz and Penny (not sure about her). Sunak is dependent on his wife's Indian money, and will use his green card if he gets miffed; My son knows a few people who work(ed) under Liz, and were appalled at her utter incompetence when presiding over trade negotiations ( e.g. Australia asked for a number of concessions, and she just said ok, no negotiation, Just wanted to tick the box - done. Her civil servants planned counter offers were just ignored by her). Penny - a bit of a blank sheet, well she is a bit more attractive than the other 2......

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Re: General Discussion of UK Politics

Post by stattointhailand » July 20, 2022, 8:33 pm

Yes, agreed, if she had anything between her ears she might have been dangerous. Only problem is, the british public has shown time and again they are not voting for who would be the best for the country, but more who (HAS SAID) they will do the best for me/myself/I ............... and they are then shocked when they do nothing they promised ...... AGAIN !!!

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Re: General Discussion of UK Politics

Post by tamada » July 20, 2022, 9:15 pm

stattointhailand wrote:
July 20, 2022, 8:33 pm
Yes, agreed, if she had anything between her ears she might have been dangerous. Only problem is, the british public has shown time and again they are not voting for who would be the best for the country, but more who (HAS SAID) they will do the best for me/myself/I ............... and they are then shocked when they do nothing they promised ...... AGAIN !!!
Since when has the British public voted specifically for their PM? They vote for whoever the political party membership have decided will be THEIR PM.

On the other hand, if you are saying that Britain's great unwashed aren't reading the small print at election time, you are spot on.
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Re: General Discussion of UK Politics

Post by tamada » July 20, 2022, 11:26 pm

As expected, it will be the glossy Sunak versus the wooden Truss.

Hobson's choice.
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Re: General Discussion of UK Politics

Post by Earnest » July 20, 2022, 11:58 pm

Future PM to be decided by the Blue Rinse Brigade, the same bunch who gave you Brexit.

We're fooked, I tell you.
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Re: General Discussion of UK Politics

Post by tamada » August 18, 2022, 3:06 am

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Re: General Discussion of UK Politics

Post by tamada » September 26, 2022, 11:26 pm

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Re: General Discussion of UK Politics

Post by stattointhailand » September 27, 2022, 7:48 am

Couldnt resist a little titter at the Stars front page headline ....

"HONEY I SHRANK THE QUIDS"

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Re: General Discussion of UK Politics

Post by tamada » September 27, 2022, 9:02 am

Titter ye not.
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Re: General Discussion of UK Politics

Post by JimboPSM » September 27, 2022, 12:12 pm

Bloomberg on Friday 23rd September - After the UK “mini” budget:

  • Bloomberg budget reaction 2022.09.23.jpg


Bloomberg on Monday 26th September - After a weekend of quiet reflection and contemplation on the impact of the UK “mini” budget:

  • Bloomberg budget reaction 2022.09.26.jpg

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Re: General Discussion of UK Politics

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Re: General Discussion of UK Politics

Post by jackspratt » September 28, 2022, 2:50 pm

From an opinion piece on the recent mini-budget, this line jumped out at me:
Having shot itself in both feet with Brexit, sorry old England is moving on to knee-capping.
:D

Full article here https://thenewdaily.com.au/finance/2022 ... economics/

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Re: General Discussion of UK Politics

Post by stattointhailand » September 28, 2022, 3:05 pm

Partygate was the knee capping Jack .......... Truss is the castration

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Re: General Discussion of UK Politics

Post by stattointhailand » September 28, 2022, 4:56 pm

Excellent interview which gives a "push back" to many of the Murdock media lies.


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