The problem is not centralisation. The problem is rules without regard for ends. The desired ends for housing include 1) lower prices 2) increased fire safety 3) reduction in carbon emissions. The la… (View Post)

Other stupid stuff - out of date numbers for efficiency of modern double glazing, A/C and the source of ‘leccy drive planning rules. The hostility to A/C makes sense if 80% of electricity still came … (View Post)

IIRC, some years ago, the Economist did a survey on the definition of “rich” Apparently it’s quite simple. “Rich bastards who need to be taxed more” are people who have 200% of your income. (View Post)

There have been frequent exposés of racist, sexist and criminal behaviour in the Police over the years Some have come with live video. Nothing ever changes. A friend was beaten up, while lying uncons… (View Post)

Lessons will be learnt* Given the scale and enthusiasm of their behaviour, I genuinely think it is more advertised than actual adverts for jobs with the police. *May not include lessons. May not incl… (View Post)