David Davis is a good bet, with Javid Chancellor, Raab Foreign Secretary and Hunt Deputy PM
And where are the ladies.
Truss as Business Secretary, Leadsom promoted etc
I think Truss would make a fantastic Chancellor of the Exchequer not mere Business Secretary.
But I would make Truss Chancellor because I think she is the best person for the job IMO. Not because I want a token woman.
I don't see what is unpleasant about that Big_G.
There is nothing unpleasant in that but you may wish to consider that the way you described the difference between male and female was
Truss would make a very good Chancellor on ideas alone, I fear she is a bit Matt Hancock-esque and would be prone to gaffes and not coming across seriously. Having both the PM and CoE seen as lightweight is not a good look.
BTW, why are we so sure Javid will become CoE? Having an ex-banker as the new CoE might not be the best look
Javid would be the first ethnic minority Chancellor though just as Truss would be the first female Chancellor
So frigging what!?
Who is better: Javid or Truss. That should be all that matters!
If Javid is better great give him the role. If Truss is better great give her the role. I couldn't care less about their skin colour or genitals that has nothing to do with the role!
I think they both have the right credentials, I would be happy with either, just pointing out the appointment of either will be a first for a Chancellor
Boris is a race-baiting misogynist with a non-existent majority. The former means he needs to promote BAME and female ministers; the latter he needs to keep the different wings of the party onboard by giving his leadership rivals Hunt and Saj whatever they want. Merit will have to wait till Boris wins his landslide. Until then he just needs to keep the plates spinning.
England are panicking and really in danger of throwing this game away .
Throwing the game away implies England were in pole position at some time. From the "lucky" Roy first ball not out , I don't think England were never in a dominating position. Regarding the Kiwis 241, the old adage is still true. You will never know how a wicket is until both sides have batted on it. England should still do it but it will be close.
I like it! Thnx. Just put a little nibble on that one.
I’ve been doing the same for a while and have just topped up a couple of quid more. Right now I don’t see how a new Con leader BJ can be recommended to HMQ as having the confidence of the Commons. I think we’re looking at an immediate election, probably with TM staying as PM in the interim.
Jeremy Corbyn at 100 for next PM is also IMO huge value.
I like it! Thnx. Just put a little nibble on that one.
I’ve been doing the same for a while and have just topped up a couple of quid more. Right now I don’t see how a new Con leader BJ can be recommended to HMQ as having the confidence of the Commons. I think we’re looking at an immediate election, probably with TM staying as PM in the interim.
Jeremy Corbyn at 100 for next PM is also IMO huge value.
That is excellent. It seems unlikely, but in these mad times the unlikely seems to keep happening. 100 is a bonkers number. I'm on.
PS. that could end up being tip of the year if Hunt doesn't make it.
I like it! Thnx. Just put a little nibble on that one.
I’ve been doing the same for a while and have just topped up a couple of quid more. Right now I don’t see how a new Con leader BJ can be recommended to HMQ as having the confidence of the Commons. I think we’re looking at an immediate election, probably with TM staying as PM in the interim.
Jeremy Corbyn at 100 for next PM is also IMO huge value.
Even in the unlikely event Corbyn wins the next general election he would not become the next PM unless either the LDs and CUK, including Tory defectors or the DUP back him over Boris before a general election
I like it! Thnx. Just put a little nibble on that one.
Is there a path through the FTPA to September, bearing in mind the House rises on the 25th, the day after Boris (or Hunt) goes to the Palace?
The 14-day window in the FTPA between a VoNC and a dissolution is calendar days, not sitting days. If a VoC is called for by Corbyn on the day of BJ’s election as Con leader, Bercow will make it happen the following day, which is the last scheduled sitting day. Parliament will not be allowed to recess until a resolution of either a government or an election is the outcome.
I like it! Thnx. Just put a little nibble on that one.
I’ve been doing the same for a while and have just topped up a couple of quid more. Right now I don’t see how a new Con leader BJ can be recommended to HMQ as having the confidence of the Commons. I think we’re looking at an immediate election, probably with TM staying as PM in the interim.
Jeremy Corbyn at 100 for next PM is also IMO huge value.
Even in the unlikely event Corbyn wins the next general election he would not become the next PM unless either the LDs and CUK, including Tory defectors or the DUP back him over Boris before a general election
The point of this bet is that Boris doesn't become PM. It is made known to the Queen that he does not command confidence. Unlikely to happen, but not 100/1 unlikely given the situation.
I always thought New Zealand had a very good chance of winning this match. I don't know why so many commentators seemed to be taking an England victory almost granted.
I think the assumption was Roy and Bairstow would put together a rapid stand and then England would amble to victory.
But Boult and Henry didn't let them.
England's batting is poor on pitches where the par score is below 300.
They've been excellent over the last four years on batting-friendly pitches, but the pitches, perhaps because of the weather, or the congested schedule, have not suited them in this tournament at all.
Ms Brisk getting more tennis so keep them cricket world cup updates coming
Eng 137/4, require 105 from 96 balls. Should be doable, but another wicket changes everything, as does a couple of boundaries. Betfair odds NZ 1.8 Eng 2.2.
The tennis should finish first unless it’s an epic “Isner v Mahut”, so you should be able to watch the end of the chase.
Ms Brisk getting more tennis so keep them cricket world cup updates coming
Eng 137/4, require 105 from 96 balls. Should be doable, but another wicket changes everything, as does a couple of boundaries. Betfair odds NZ 1.8 Eng 2.2.
Let's just hope if, god forbid, iScot does happen Scotland's economy can outperform Afghanistans
Prime Scotch cringe, admirably untrammelled by any Proud Scot but-ism.
Textbook example.
Scotch is a drink you philistines. I hope you both simply saying you're both pissed and enjoying the big sports day.
Tour de France was enough for today thank you. Telly off until tomorrow, or maybe Tuesday. I’ve got out the habit and only have in on cos the rest of the family have vacated the property.
Ms Brisk getting more tennis so keep them cricket world cup updates coming
Eng 137/4, require 105 from 96 balls. Should be doable, but another wicket changes everything, as does a couple of boundaries. Betfair odds NZ 1.8 Eng 2.2.
Excellent thanks
Now 95 from 83 balls.
Ball by ball text commentary on espncricinfo.com by the way.
Great day of sport. Watched last night's Formula E race this morning. Then the cricket, with the grand prix then the tennis on in the background. Sensational cricket match. Then more Formula E for the title decider this evening
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But on a slow pitch, four wickets down...
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Regarding the Kiwis 241, the old adage is still true. You will never know how a wicket is until both sides have batted on it.
England should still do it but it will be close.
Plus, can we offer the LDs TSE and Richard Navabi too on a buy one get one free type offer?
Scotland didn't even qualify - Afghanistan did
Let's just hope if, god forbid, iScot does happen Scotland's economy can outperform Afghanistans
Refusing to serve is one thing and respectful. If you refuse to be even in the same party as who is rightfully elected then so be it.
Jeremy Corbyn at 100 for next PM is also IMO huge value.
Thinks furiously for useful phrase to fake interest. Pause. Pause. Ah yes
"It's not as exciting as when McEnroe played Borg"
there'y'go...
PS. that could end up being tip of the year if Hunt doesn't make it.
They've been excellent over the last four years on batting-friendly pitches, but the pitches, perhaps because of the weather, or the congested schedule, have not suited them in this tournament at all.
The tennis should finish first unless it’s an epic “Isner v Mahut”, so you should be able to watch the end of the chase.
Congrats South Africa!
Ball by ball text commentary on espncricinfo.com by the way.
Sigh.
Imagine the Premier League trophy also sitting at Anfield, alongside Big Ears.
If you’re quick, there’s always money to be made betting on a close cricket match.
Be shameful getting beaten by a tiny country who play rugby.
Silverstone had to put up with Chris Grayling.