Monthly Archives: Nov 2013

Shipbuilding in the UK

Posted on Nov 7, 2013 by cliverh

It had to happen sometime, in fact the warnings had been in place for some time, so it should not have come as a surprise.  Yes, naval shipyards are being  run down. I’m referring to the loss of 900 jobs … Continue reading →

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The Game Must Go On?

Posted on Nov 4, 2013 by cliverh

Some of my regular readers will know I am not a fan of football, especially that played by so-called ‘professional’ players, in the Football League, mostly in the higher divisions. The fact that these men are paid mind boggling salaries … Continue reading →

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League vs. Union

Posted on Nov 2, 2013 by cliverh

This is the first weekend I can remember when the two codes of rugby are playing international games at the same time. Not only that, both England teams have brothers playing for the first time; but for opposite codes. Its … Continue reading →

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Houses for Sale

Posted on Nov 1, 2013 by cliverh

Its been going on for some time now, and is still not resolved. The processes to get the planning application approved has taken many turns, and is now with the Secretary of State for Local Government, Eric Pickles, who will … Continue reading →

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