... and that was in the mid 80's. My father left the civil service in 87 (from memory). (View Post)

My father had to brief her on the risks of global warming. She was sceptical and spent 30 minutes going through the data with him. After that she was convinced on the basis of the increasing levels o… (View Post)

I will never forget a former SNP supporting colleague telling me I'd have to walk around with a cross of Saint George sewn on my coat when I lived in a Free Scotland. He was so drunk that he did… (View Post)

We had a Quantum Geography teacher in 4th year. He used to teach the first lesson after Friday lunch. It was only at the start of the lesson when you found out if he would be there or still in the pu… (View Post)

Off topic - our favourite baked risotto method never fails. This serves 4 - Preheat oven to 200/180 fan. Heat 1tbsp olive oil in a casserole dish / Le Creuset-a-like on the hob. Fry 100g diced choriz… (View Post)