Oh my God, it’s 2022 and still people are sending ‘reply alls’ with their apologies and other personal messages, that only need to go to the person organising the meeting. Today’s offender replied to 30 others. Sometimes it’s many more. Are these people technically incompetent with email (aka stupid) in that they don’t know what… Continue reading Crimes by email
Author: Shaun O'Connell
Review of ‘Midnight Library’ by Matt Haig
The Midnight Library by Matt Haig My rating: 2 of 5 stars The Midnight Library by Matt Haig is an interesting concept that is slightly irritating in its delivery. I’ve got nothing against Matt Haig. I quite liked The Radleys and found that an amusing page turner. Unfortunately Midnight Library wasn’t that for me. It… Continue reading Review of ‘Midnight Library’ by Matt Haig
Review of ‘The Siege’ by Helen Dunmore
The Siege by Helen Dunmore My rating: 5 of 5 stars I’d include this in a lifelong “must read” I really liked this book, albeit, the story is of an awful event in history, the Siege of St Petersburg.The siege is one of many stains on history. It lasted 872 days and result in the… Continue reading Review of ‘The Siege’ by Helen Dunmore
Led by Donkeys Review of 2021
I support Led by Donkeys with a small regular direct debit. I think it’s important the hypocrisy and incompetence of those elected to govern is exposed so that the reality of their ineptitude and corruption is visible to all. Without groups like this, in a country where much of the main stream media is controlled… Continue reading Led by Donkeys Review of 2021
NHS Service Finder – not yet fit for purpose
I hate it when NHS services don’t work for staff or patients. It provides fuel for critics, it wastes staff’s time and demoralises them. Here’s a great example. NHS England’s Primary Care Bulletin (Issue 167, 23/12/21) trumpeted the start of “NHS Service Finder”. The bulletin says “If you’re looking to direct or sign post a… Continue reading NHS Service Finder – not yet fit for purpose
Power of Attorney Abuse
Dear MP Power of Attorney abuse Having heard BBC Radio 4’s You and Yours Programme (originally broadcast on 27th December 2021 and available on the iplayer at https://bbc.in/345iVEx) I urge you to take action to protect us all as soon as possible. It is clear the Office of Public Guardian’s systems are not fit for… Continue reading Power of Attorney Abuse
Peace and Tranquillity at the end of a year’s lockdown
It’s Saturday. No work! Yay! Of course there are things to do. When aren’t there? The first was to combine walking the dog with collecting my prescription from them chemist. But that’s not a chore. It’s a beautiful morning. The walk has helped me achieve my 10,000 steps by 11.30 and now I can soak… Continue reading Peace and Tranquillity at the end of a year’s lockdown
How’s my mum?
It’s a simple question isn’t it? I wish it was so simple to give or even get an answer. First, I had to find out where my mum is. She’s been in a home for the last month after she got so confused and agitated that she wasn’t safe to leave on her own. My… Continue reading How’s my mum?
Compound Interest
Dear Nieces This year, for Christmas you have a choice of £100 gift from me. If you would like more you can have it but only if you are prepared to match it and invest it in a stocks and shares ISA. I’ll go up to £600 each, but only if you match it and… Continue reading Compound Interest
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