Shadow Posted July 17, 2019 Share Posted July 17, 2019 A shred of decency then 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnM Posted July 18, 2019 Share Posted July 18, 2019 12 hours ago, Private Baldrick said: So, some guy travelling on a train that is going at about 60mph, decides to stick his head out of the window. Lo and behold his head hits a steel pole, he dies and the train company is fined 1 million pound because the warning signs weren't as good as what they should have been. Am I missing something here????? Yes, you are missing something. There is a bit more to it than that, as this report shows: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-49016151 2 “If you understand, things are just as they are; if you do not understand, things are just as they are.” Zen Proverb Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Private Baldrick Posted July 18, 2019 Share Posted July 18, 2019 12 minutes ago, JohnM said: Yes, you are missing something. There is a bit more to it than that, as this report shows: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-49016151 I know, I read the article. So this chap, as well as the general public, need a clear sign to tell them that when a train is travelling at 60mph it is dangerous to stick your head out of the window? I only hope the box of Gillette Quatro razor blades I have just purchased has a warning on saying 'Please do not eat' otherwise I am going to have them up in court after I have necked the pack. It just winds me up that when people do stupid things it is always someone else's fault when it all goes wrong, and rather take responsibility for their actions they pass the buck to someone else. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Just Browny Posted July 18, 2019 Share Posted July 18, 2019 16 minutes ago, Private Baldrick said: I know, I read the article. So this chap, as well as the general public, need a clear sign to tell them that when a train is travelling at 60mph it is dangerous to stick your head out of the window? I only hope the box of Gillette Quatro razor blades I have just purchased has a warning on saying 'Please do not eat' otherwise I am going to have them up in court after I have necked the pack. It just winds me up that when people do stupid things it is always someone else's fault when it all goes wrong, and rather take responsibility for their actions they pass the buck to someone else. Do you think this chap needed a bit more punishment then, in addition to being killed? Train operators have a duty of care to all people using their services: kids, the elderly, people with learning difficulties, physical disabilities, etc. Saying 'it's just common sense' doesn't cut it. 1 I can confirm 30+ less sales for Scotland vs Italy at Workington, after this afternoons test purchase for the Tonga match, £7.50 is extremely reasonable, however a £2.50 'delivery' fee for a walk in purchase is beyond taking the mickey, good luck with that, it's cheaper on the telly. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave T Posted July 18, 2019 Share Posted July 18, 2019 Surely the 'common sense'thingbis not yo have windows that open wide enough for people to put things out? The fact that they dont could absolutely lead people to think that there is enough space between the train and another object. There is no excuse for the public to be exposed to such danger. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnM Posted July 18, 2019 Share Posted July 18, 2019 The article points out that the train company has now fitted grills that prevent people sticking their heads out, yet allowing the ability to open the doors when the train arrives in the station. Seems sensible but too late. Presumably, there are some who would decry the use of ELCBs and the outlawing of using toasters and electric fires in bathrooms. 2 “If you understand, things are just as they are; if you do not understand, things are just as they are.” Zen Proverb Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clogiron Posted July 18, 2019 Share Posted July 18, 2019 Just seen on the local news that the climate change protesters who have been 'taking action' in Leeds this week staged a mass die in today...........If only. Or why isn't there a couple of dozen men in New Holland tractor's around when you need them Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wiltshire Rhino Posted July 19, 2019 Share Posted July 19, 2019 (edited) For 47 years I have never had to touch my eyebrows. They've been the same for that long. But now there's a few hairs on either side that had decided to go grey AND GROW QUICKER THAN THE REST! WTF!!! NOW I'VE HAD TO BECOME A PLUCKER!!! Edited July 19, 2019 by Wiltshire Rhino 2014 Challenged Cup Winner Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spidey Posted July 19, 2019 Share Posted July 19, 2019 4 minutes ago, Wiltshire Rhino said: For 47 years I have never had to touch my eyebrows. They've been the same for that long. But now there's a few hairs on either side that had decided to go grey AND GROW QUICKER THAN THE REST! WTF!!! NOW I'VE HAD TO BECOME A PLUCKER!!! Plucking is the beginning of the end. Starts with 2. Then it’ll be 4 .... Constant grooming required from now on 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wiltshire Rhino Posted July 19, 2019 Share Posted July 19, 2019 7 minutes ago, Spidey said: Plucking is the beginning of the end. Starts with 2. Then it’ll be 4 .... Constant grooming required from now on To be truthful my wife clips them but using the word PLUCKER seemed more appropriate in a rant. 2014 Challenged Cup Winner Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bobbruce Posted July 19, 2019 Share Posted July 19, 2019 1 hour ago, Wiltshire Rhino said: To be truthful my wife clips them but using the word PLUCKER seemed more appropriate in a rant. Clipper plucker it doesn’t matter next you’ll be getting manicures and wearing a top bun. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clogiron Posted July 19, 2019 Share Posted July 19, 2019 3 hours ago, Wiltshire Rhino said: For 47 years I have never had to touch my eyebrows. They've been the same for that long. But now there's a few hairs on either side that had decided to go grey AND GROW QUICKER THAN THE REST! WTF!!! NOW I'VE HAD TO BECOME A PLUCKER!!! Wait till you start having to do your ears with a garden strimmer Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DavidM Posted July 19, 2019 Share Posted July 19, 2019 (edited) I’ve noticed watching the golf that so many top players whack it towards the crowd then just stand there saying nothing . I thought the common courtesy , and I’m no golf expert ,was to shout “ four “ , but it’s almost as if they feel it’s beneath them and they have other people to do everything . So many times folk in the crowd almost get brained and the player just watches it Edited July 19, 2019 by DavidM Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wiltshire Rhino Posted July 19, 2019 Share Posted July 19, 2019 3 hours ago, bobbruce said: Clipper plucker it doesn’t matter next you’ll be getting manicures and wearing a top bun. No top bun will ever "grace" my skinhead! 2014 Challenged Cup Winner Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bleep1673 Posted July 19, 2019 Share Posted July 19, 2019 Just remember, you're not a pheasant plucker, you're the pheasant pluckers son, and you're only plucking pheasant till the pheasant plucker comes Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
longboard Posted July 19, 2019 Share Posted July 19, 2019 2 hours ago, Wiltshire Rhino said: No top bun will ever "grace" my skinhead! You still appear to have the option of a ponytail Wilt. They go well with a bald, or thinly haired crown. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wiltshire Rhino Posted July 19, 2019 Share Posted July 19, 2019 4 minutes ago, longboard said: You still appear to have the option of a ponytail Wilt. They go well with a bald, or thinly haired crown. Or comb over my eyebrows 2014 Challenged Cup Winner Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
longboard Posted July 19, 2019 Share Posted July 19, 2019 2 minutes ago, Wiltshire Rhino said: Or comb over my eyebrows Or comb up from the shoulders. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Futtocks Posted July 19, 2019 Share Posted July 19, 2019 7 hours ago, Wiltshire Rhino said: For 47 years I have never had to touch my eyebrows. They've been the same for that long. But now there's a few hairs on either side that had decided to go grey AND GROW QUICKER THAN THE REST! WTF!!! NOW I'VE HAD TO BECOME A PLUCKER!!! 3 "We are easily breakable, by illness or falling, or a million other ways of leaving this earthly life. We are just so much mashed potato." Don Estelle Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clogiron Posted July 19, 2019 Share Posted July 19, 2019 46 minutes ago, Futtocks said: Bet he didn't go to Specsavers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bedfordshire Bronco Posted July 20, 2019 Share Posted July 20, 2019 On 19/07/2019 at 07:20, Wiltshire Rhino said: For 47 years I have never had to touch my eyebrows. They've been the same for that long. But now there's a few hairs on either side that had decided to go grey AND GROW QUICKER THAN THE REST! WTF!!! NOW I'VE HAD TO BECOME A PLUCKER!!! You need a beard trimmer... They have attachments for nose/eye brows/ears... Plucking is for pheasant plucker and their sons Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wiltshire Rhino Posted July 20, 2019 Share Posted July 20, 2019 7 minutes ago, Bedfordshire Bronco said: Plucking is for pheasant plucker and their sons 2014 Challenged Cup Winner Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bearman Posted July 28, 2019 Share Posted July 28, 2019 Plastic clam shell packaging. Gives me wraprage 1 Ron Banks Midlands Hurricanes and Barrow Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bleep1673 Posted August 13, 2019 Share Posted August 13, 2019 Back in May 2019 I applied to Hastings Council for a Discretionary Housing Payment, to be paid from June 18th. This was awarded at the small amount of £5 per week. To date, despite numerous phone calls, and assurances from council officials that it will be paid, I have yet to receive a penny. This is despite the council assuring me for the last 3 weeks that the payment will be in my account "next Tuesday" for the last 3 weeks, it still hasn't appeared. I am therefore sitting in the Town Hall until payment is made & the funds have cleared my account. No more promises of payment. I want actual payment before I go home. It is only £5/wk, but it is the principle. 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gazza77 Posted August 15, 2019 Share Posted August 15, 2019 25mph on an open clear stretch of road, in good conditions and little traffic is not acceptable when in a national speed limit zone. Please view my photos. http://www.hughesphoto.co.uk/ Little Nook Farm - Caravan Club Certificated Location in the heart of the Pennines overlooking Hebden Bridge and the Calder Valley. http://www.facebook.com/LittleNookFarm Little Nook Cottage - 2-bed self-catering cottage in the heart of the Pennines overlooking Hebden Bridge and the Calder Valley. Book now via airbnb Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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