Yes, there was a time when minutes were taken at meetings and even at informal gatherings. This was how people built up their store of recollections for the memoir. Unfortunately, the response of man… (View Post)

More on topic. Some interesting thoughts as always from @Alanbrooke for which many thanks. One or two comments - Councils have asked on occasion to reduce street lighting and even to turn off traffic… (View Post)

Early evening all :) Can't really call it "Afternoon" as it's dark outside. @Leon's experience is close to my own though I don't pretend to have the breadth and depth of… (View Post)

You don't mind if we don't just take your word for it? (View Post)

Thank you for the ultimate accolade. There's no monopoly of illiberal thought on the right, left or even among liberals if I'm being honest. In a way, how we treat each other speaks volumes… (View Post)