Monthly Archives: July 2006

TweetAt the Newbury Comedy Festival I went to see “Rebus MacTaggart” , a one-man show by Richard Thomson. It was one of the most original and funny things I have seen for years. Richard played a detective giving a talk … Continue reading →

TweetThere seems to be quite a bit of light-headed euphoria in the Tory blogosphere over an “A lister” being chosen for Folkestone and Hythe and other winnable seats. The sub-text is: “The media said that the A list system wouldn’t … Continue reading →

TweetAt the Newbury Comedy Festival I went to see “Rebus MacTaggart” , a one-man show by Richard Thomson. It was one of the most original and funny things I have seen for years. Richard played a detective giving a talk … Continue reading →

TweetProbably not, but it’s borderline. There is a case to be answered. Lord Levy was responsible for bringing Alvin Stardust to stardom through Magnet Records when he was plain Michael Levy. I’ve heard worse lyrics than those of Alvin Stardust’s … Continue reading →

TweetYesterday, I was fortunate to be in the Mound Stand at Lord’s for the first day of the first Test against Pakistan. As usual, I had my trusty Long Wave steam radio, plus earpiece, with me. So, I was able … Continue reading →

TweetYesterday, I was fortunate to be in the Mound Stand at Lord’s for the first day of the first Test against Pakistan. As usual, I had my trusty Long Wave steam radio, plus earpiece, with me. So, I was able … Continue reading →

TweetTonight at the Newbury Comedy Festival I saw Barry Cryer. Although a few of his jokes had a mustiness resonant of the musical hall, the man was a triumph and had the audience, including me, in stitches throughout. He must … Continue reading →

TweetThe Newbury Comedy Festival is an absolute triumph this year. Last night we thoroughly enjoyed the “Wise Crackers” final which was a competition involving youngsters from Reading and West Berkshire. Hosted by the excellent Richard Thomson, it was hugely entertaining. … Continue reading →

TweetI was very sorry to hear the death of Syd Barrett announced on Virgin radio as I was driving home. He was the “first creative force” behind Pink Floyd in the sixties. The first thing I would pay tribute to … Continue reading →

TweetThank you to Peter at Liberal Review for drawing my attention to the latest IPSOS/Mori poll. It shows that David Cameron’s net approval rating continues downwards. His approval rating is down from 33 to 32%. His disapproval rating is up … Continue reading →

TweetThere is an interesting article by Steve Boggan on the BNP in Barking and Dagenham in the Guardian. The staggering thing is the lies they have told in that area: They “leafleted the electorate, telling them grants of up to … Continue reading →

TweetThere is a knife edge betting contest (proceeds to charidee, of course) going on in the Guardian World Cup section. Everyday of the tournament, the fish and the People make a £10 charity bet. Both were given a £250 kitty … Continue reading →

TweetThank you to Peter at Liberal Review for drawing my attention to the latest IPSOS/Mori poll. It shows that David Cameron’s net approval rating continues downwards. His approval rating is down from 33 to 32%. His disapproval rating is up … Continue reading →

TweetThere is an interesting article by Steve Boggan on the BNP in Barking and Dagenham in the Guardian. The staggering thing is the lies they have told in that area: They “leafleted the electorate, telling them grants of up to … Continue reading →

TweetThe Sun today highlights John Prescott’s unbelievable Today answer about his ranch stay:“I was in America and he (Anschutz) said ‘would you like to see my cattle ranch?’ I was curious about it. I saw the cowboy films over my … Continue reading →

TweetThe Sun today highlights John Prescott’s unbelievable Today answer about his ranch stay:“I was in America and he (Anschutz) said ‘would you like to see my cattle ranch?’ I was curious about it. I saw the cowboy films over my … Continue reading →

TweetWe went to see Rik Mayall in “The New Statesman” at the Hexagon theatre, Reading this evening. We were laughing from beginning to end. It was the best evening’s entertainment we’ve had for years. The writing from Marks and Gran … Continue reading →