That’s a different, though perhaps related, condition. But yes, there is a dispiriting suburban nanny-statism that characterises much of British culture. (View Post)

Barty doesn’t live in London and I think lacks much sympathy for those who do. I’m quite interested in New York which is hardly perfect but seems to have a lot of very dense high rise, but ALSO a mor… (View Post)

I live in a rented flat on the UWS of Manhattan. I’m there right now. It’s OK. (View Post)

Nobody is arguing to “pile serfs high”. Absurd straw-manning from you this evening. We’re all glad you really enjoy living in Warrington however. (View Post)

I made this point about Bully XL a week or so ago, but didn’t get much support. I think it’s “normal” for the UK, but bloody weird if you live outside it. (View Post)