Never used on the mainland (well the ones that were scrapped recently weren't  at least). Some were only the other day in Belfast though.

Quote from: Alex on Yesterday at 10:50:05 PMWhatever next ?  This bloody government is unbelievable.

I bet the Minister's who decide these things don't let their kids walk to school!

Whatever next ?  This bloody government is unbelievable.

Sorry if this is a bit different to everyone else's thoughts,  but I do think the older children should also learn  practical things,  for when they eventually get a place of their own, or flat share.
Things like how to cook basic meals,  how to mend things, how to manage money and pay bills etc.

When I was a kid at school,  the boys had a choice whether to do metalwork, or woodwork,   and the girls all had to do simple baking and cooking, or  sewing.
I also think they should teach  how to resuscitate someone, along with basic healthcare.

Poetry can be  beautiful, I agree,   but it wouldn't help them learn how to look after themselves when they don't live with Mum & Dad anymore.

We always had to walk to school when we were kids,   but it was probably a lot safer for children to be out on their own in those days.  

I agree with you though Michael,  that it should be the parents decision though.   It would also depend on how far away the school was too.

Ministers want 60% of children walking or cycling to school by 2035. What planet are these idiots on? Presumably the assumption is that currently less than 60% so do. surely, that being the case parents have decided that they do not want their children to walk or cycle. This should b their decision not some diktat from some Westminster clown
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c3wyezwly69o

Quote from: Michael Rolls on Yesterday at 10:02:43 PMwhat's the betting most of it vanishes into the hands of terrorists?

You're probably right Michael. 

 I just read this too ! " Russia's illegal invasion of Ukraine poses a serious threat to UK prosperity and security. We are proud to be a leading partner in providing vital support to Ukraine.

In total, the UK has committed up to £21.8 billion for Ukraine: "

But no money for our defence ?

but we got rid of the water cannon - sadly

One got seven years ( the man who hit the WPC and fractured her spine )
The others got the remainder about five apiece I think
They will also have an extra year on licence after their sentence is served .

But disgraceful scenes outside  of Woolwich Crown Court . Pro pally mob ( the lot that do t appear to have have jobs to go too )
The court color=#0f1419] has been intimidated today by a disgusting rally for racist vandals and terrorists.
Waving their pally flags - should have bought shares in that flag company why is not proscribed ?  ) [/color]

Should not have been allowed and at the very least they need to have the fire hoses on them .

Don't! Veronica and I found heaps of old photos - I digitalized 3,300