Most of us have private property. I'm employed by the state, but it doesn't mean the state owns all my stuff, even that stuff I bought with my public sector wages. Though if the state paid … (View Post)

I went to Scone Palace last October, where I haf a scone, accompanying a bowl of soup. It was tremendously satisfying. (View Post)

I've just looked up Verity Lambert. What a remarkable career she had. Also produced Jonathan Creek. (View Post)

Actually, I'll add to this: what I like least about winter is dark mornings. The lightness of the mornings now is very welcome. Granted it goes away for couple of weeks now and I'll struggl… (View Post)

I had a similar experience a few weeks ago watching Minder for the first time. Fascinating to watch a London where normal people could live. But also brilliant: well plotted, well written, well acted… (View Post)