General Election

[Muck Spreader]

Having a wife, whose family were Scots and lots of relatives and friends from up that way, I see a rather different scenario than you. The GE in June will rather interesting.

There is a possibility that the Conservatives could take a few seats in Scotland as Ruth Davidson is quite a charismatic leader. It is almost impossible for the SNP to do better as they already have virtually a full house, so any loss the SNP have will be reported by the press as a major defeat for independence and Scottish support for Brexit.

 

[arbel]

There is a possibility that the Conservatives could take a few seats in Scotland as Ruth Davidson is quite a charismatic leader. It is almost impossible for the SNP to do better as they already have virtually a full house, so any loss the SNP have will be reported by the press as a major defeat for independence and Scottish support for Brexit.

Well, you can certainly trust the press to make an issue of it. That is the norm. But if the Tories take a lot of seats, I think that NS will have to rethink her game plan. Ruth Davidson is a good debater and certainly enthusiastic.

Exciting times and we will have to wait until the GE results are announced.

 

[czechmate]

I wouldn't say the the EU was any more or less harmonious than the UK.

Really? Do you go back much Tim? It's like a non stop bloody war zone compared to around here. Maybe you go to Scotland? And it's not so bad there?

 

[Muck Spreader]

Really? Do you go back much Tim? It's like a non stop bloody war zone compared to around here. Maybe you go to Scotland? And it's not so bad there?

I have heard the same from relatives in certain parts of England who are quite upset about it. Xenophobia taking hold?

 

[czechmate]

I have heard the same from relatives in certain parts of England who are quite upset about it. Xenophobia taking hold?

Tbh out of control drugs seems to be the main problem

 

[Osca]

But Britain by and large really isn't like that. There have always been bad areas - just as there are in all countries. I suspect - and as jobs relocate abroad with the help of EU funding, these are bound to get worse. But as a whole, it isn't a Britain I recognise.

Why is it those who have left Britain (or certain persons who live in Ireland) are the most gloomy about Britain's future, to the extent, sometimes of even seeming angry about it? Apart from your ex-pat status in the case of those that have left - which really is dependant on the good grace of the country of your choice - it isn't something that you need to get worked up about, especially if we aren't.

 

[czechmate]

But Britain by and large really isn't like that. There have always been bad areas - just as there are in all countries. I suspect - and as jobs relocate abroad with the help of EU funding, these are bound to get worse. But as a whole, it isn't a Britain I recognise.

Why is it those who have left Britain (or certain persons who live in Ireland) are the most gloomy about Britain's future, to the extent, sometimes of even seeming angry about it? Apart from your ex-pat status in the case of those that have left - which really is dependant on the good grace of the country of your choice - it isn't something that you need to get worked up about, especially if we aren't.

This question has been asked so many times it gets boring. But, once again, for myself, just becaus I left the UK, it doesn't mean I stop caring for the welfare of the family I have still living there.

For your information, the drug gang battle I witnessed just last December was in a village called Foxton in liecs. A famous place for its long run if locks and little used lift. Look it up if you like, it's just about leixesteshires main tourist attraction.
Like you I was surprised that such activities had spread out into the wealthy countryside. All my old friend, when I mentioned it just came out with "oh, well that's normal now"

 

[arbel]

This question has been asked so many times it gets boring. But, once again, for myself, just becaus I left the UK, it doesn't mean I stop caring for the welfare of the family I have still living there.

For your information, the drug gang battle I witnessed just last December was in a village called Foxton in liecs. A famous place for its long run if locks and little used lift. Look it up if you like, it's just about leixesteshires main tourist attraction.
Like you I was surprised that such activities had spread out into the wealthy countryside. All my old friend, when I mentioned it just came out with "oh, well that's normal now"

And there is no drug or gang problem in France? All is peace and tranquility? Not quite as I recall it when I was in St. Malo last year.

 

[czechmate]

And there is no drug or gang problem in France? All is peace and tranquility? Not quite as I recall it when I was in St. Malo last year.

I have witnessed two occasions of slight rowdiness here - both drunken ex pats

There was a little football tournament here last summer, can you remind which fans it was causing the trouble?

Clue - not the welsh

 

[arbel]

I have witnessed two occasions of slight rowdiness here - both drunken ex pats

There was a little football tournament here last summer, can you remind which fans it was causing the trouble?

Clue - not the welsh

This paints a rather different picture!

There are sub-titles fortunately.

 

[czechmate]

This paints a rather different picture!

There are sub-titles fortunately.

Well it's not on my street whereas back in blighty it is right on what was my rural, wealthy middle England countryside.

 

[arbel]

Well it's not on my street whereas back in blighty it is right on what was my rural, wealthy middle England countryside.

The wealthy and privileged always have the means to insulate themselves from the misery suffered by those less well off. Be that in 'Blighty' or France.

 

[Henarar]

Really? Do you go back much Tim? It's like a non stop bloody war zone compared to around here. Maybe you go to Scotland? And it's not so bad there?

Looking out the hospital window here in town l can see the non stop fighting. good job there is a hospital nearby

 

[JohnGalway]

Why is it those who have left Britain (or certain persons who live in Ireland) are the most gloomy about Britain's future, to the extent, sometimes of even seeming angry about it? Apart from your ex-pat status in the case of those that have left - which really is dependant on the good grace of the country of your choice - it isn't something that you need to get worked up about, especially if we aren't.

People hold different opinions about how Brexit will play out and whether it'll be good or bad for whomever. Describing them as gloomy or angry is dismissing their opinions rather than attempting a grown up discussion about the matter. People of the other opinion may be described as dreamers or fatally optimistic but that would be sinking to the same level. No one has a crystal ball, just opinions based on their experiences events to date.

After the revolution everything will be different. Not better, just different.

 

[arbel]

People hold different opinions about how Brexit will play out and whether it'll be good or bad for whomever. Describing them as gloomy or angry is dismissing their opinions rather than attempting a grown up discussion about the matter. People of the other opinion may be described as dreamers or fatally optimistic but that would be sinking to the same level. No one has a crystal ball, just opinions based on their experiences events to date.

After the revolution everything will be different. Not better, just different.

Actually, you are incorrect. I have a crystal ball, which I bought on eBay. So far, both the crystal ball and my own forecasts have done somewhat better than any of the polls. Check out my track record over the last 18 months. My crystal ball and I have pulled in over a grand on small wagers since the beginning of June, 2016.

Revolution - I very much doubt it.

 

[czechmate]

Looking out the hospital window here in town l can see the non stop fighting. good job there is a hospital nearby

Oh dear, it's as bad down there. That's not good.
Sorry your in hospital again, still the lung?

 

[Henarar]

Oh dear, it's as bad down there. That's not good.
Sorry your in hospital again, still the lung?

Yes same problem

Be glad to get back to the hills away from the scraping ​

 

[arbel]

To be more serious! There are no Remainers! Only those who voted to Remain last June, 2016.

We are now all Leavers, like it or leave it (no pun intended).

Article 50 has been invoked and the clock is ticking. Time for everyone to get behind our PM. Everyone wants the best deal possible, so it's time to stop whinging, complaining and moaning. Onwards and upwards.

 

[czechmate]

To be more serious! There are no Remainers! Only those who voted to Remain last June, 2016.

We are now all Leavers, like it or leave it (no pun intended).

Article 50 has been invoked and the clock is ticking. Time for everyone to get behind our PM. Everyone wants the best deal possible, so it's time to stop whinging, complaining and moaning. Onwards and upwards.

Have I slept a month? Bloody hell, I havnt made any hay!!!
I thought there was an election in a month so how can you get behind the pm?

 

[caveman]

Have I slept a month? Bloody hell, I havnt made any hay!!!
I thought there was an election in a month so how can you get behind the pm?

Don't worry.
As sure as eggs is eggs..... there'll be a PM.