I read today, Nissan warning of the dangers to their Sunderland factory if there is a no deal with the EU.
They also warn that if costs rise because of tarrifs it will make producing in the UK difficult.
Sunderland voted to leave I believe, good call.
I know that we have a plethora of COVID19 threads but I wanted to start one to see TLF members views on the future of football. here are mine.
It is clear that the finances in football are unstainable. I can still see some clubs going under, amid high wages and no revenue. Agents, to me have...
EU's final WARNING: Horror in Brussels as Italian poll finds huge number want to QUIT bloc
A new poll has found 40 percent of Italians would support quitting the EU and scrapping the euro as its official currency.
A further 6.1 percent would support just quitting the EU, while 7.3 percent...
Well, with Westminster about to convene again - of sorts - we might get to hear something from Sir Keir Starmer other than the virus.
In fairness to Sir Keir Starmer, everything not virus related seems to have been put on ice the world over as far as the news media have been concerned.
Labour...
Well, the UK is now in the departure lounge awaiting the big flight to ventures unknown in 12 months or so time. March will see the EU discussions taking place and therefore not a lot will be coming out of great value I suppose.
Discussions are already taking place regarding deals with the rest...
GRECO-TURKISH WAR: BATTLE OF DUMLUPINAR, August 26-30 1922, THE GREEK ARMY OF ASIA MINOR IS ROUTED BY MUSTAFA KEMAL.
"Armies, your first goal is the Mediterranean, Forward!" - Mustafa Kemal Pasha, September 1, 1922.
After World War I, the Greeks attempted to extend their territory beyond...
I was thinking earlier, mainly because I was feeling a bit cold and turned the central heating on before the timer kicked in.
Since the clocks have now gone forward by one hour, my central heating is now being used for seven hours per week more, because although the clocks went forward it does...
A very sad incident in Northern Ireland in my opinion.
Someone who is elected Mayor should surely be representative of all religions in the City. Otherwise, step down. Would sound fair to me.
I cannot imagine you can be someones Mayor and not Mayor to everyone.
Another confidence failure on how...
After a great six weeks holiday, three in Turkey, I am back to school tomorrow. Really looking forward to meeting my new year 7s and seeing how much all the others have grown. We are always reminded at the beginning of term that whilst we as teachers have all probably enjoyed our holidays...
Turkey switches to summer time one day later
11 March 2011, Friday / TODAY’S ZAMAN, İSTANBUL
The Cabinet has decided to move daylight saving time -- when clocks are moved forward one hour to make better use of daylight -- one day later because 1.5 million students will take a...
For expatriate parents one of the hardest challenges of starting a new life abroad is finding the right school for your children – a new British government backed scheme could soon make your choice that much easier.
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Yahay the snow has gone :) .. And the mornings are getting lighter (if only by a minute per day) so I want to start planning my garden.
First problem is the once brown but now green waneylap fencing. Can anyone suggest a labour friendly way to clean them before re applying the fresh protector...
Well hopefully the worst of the snow is over now and its time to make plans for the year ahead.
So what are you most looking foward to doing or seeing this year.
My list is long;
I wish for the recovery of two neighbours from serious illness.
I long for the first green buds to show on the...
Parliament is preparing to take the initiative for animal rights. Under a new legislative proposal, killing animals would be banned and a budget created to help homeless and weak animals. Using animals for gambling and entertainment purposes would be prohibited and animal lovers who volunteer...