big bumps on the coppice...? - Page 11

Acrylic-bob · 18-02-2005, 12:50

As one of "A-bob's Angels" Lettie, that would never happen.

Am I correct in assuming that Britcliffe was formerly a teacher? You would not know it from that reply. It is no wonder that our little darlings leave school unable to read and write.

Caz · 18-02-2005, 12:52

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Probably because she has a degree in Media Studies, which appears to have replaced Sociology as the subject of choice for the vast flocks of "Daddy's Little Princesses" who are too special and talented to do a real job.

Is this the same Gayle Knight who happens to be a reporter with the Accy Observer by any chance?

lettie · 18-02-2005, 12:59

Yes it is, she's given up her column in the Observer to work for Mid Penine Arts.

Tealeaf · 18-02-2005, 13:20

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Yes it is, she's given up her column in the Observer to work for Mid Penine Arts.

I doubt if the word 'work' is the correct terminology to describe employment with the MPAA.

By the way, has anyone yet been informed as to whether or not people in wheelchairs will have access to the top of these bumps?

Acrylic-bob · 18-02-2005, 16:39

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Originally Posted by Tealeaf

By the way, has anyone yet been informed as to whether or not people in wheelchairs will have access to the top of these bumps?

Interesting point there mate, especially given Ms Knight's evident enthusiasm for viewing the town and the trenches from above. One would imagine that it would now be unlawful to deny such delights to the disabled. What do you reckon, should they install a Stanah stair lift in each of the lumps or should they have a specially trained team of absailers on call. And what about the provision for people with learning difficulties? Or indeed those who are differently gendered? And if it comes to that, what about the sensibilities of the ethnic minorities who might see this as a glorification of an imperialist war ethic? Oh the possibilities make my head spin. There must be a thesis in all this somewhere!

park381 · 18-02-2005, 17:49

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Originally Posted by lettie

"Good morning
Thank you for your email. I was very interested to hear your views and I personally have not expressed an opinion.
I am bearing in mind all the comments received as the time will come shortly when a decision has to be made.
Peter Britcliffe."

That sounds about right for our leader PB..........sit on the fence

Tealeaf · 18-02-2005, 17:52

One wonders what provision will be made for the gay community. Where will they go to do their "cottaging" once the top of the coppice is swarming with tourists, admiring this splendid new creation? Maybe Councillor Britcliffe could provide something for them in his office.

Margaret Pilkington · 18-02-2005, 21:30

Gayle Knight Had to give up her column in the Accrington Observer because it caused her a 'conflict of interest'...... being as how the Observer is so keen to see the scheme go ahead (NOT). And how do you think that PB got the crack in his B*M...... it was from sitting on the fence!!!!!!!!

park381 · 18-02-2005, 22:42

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And how do you think that PB got the crack in his B*M...... it was from sitting on the fence!!!!!!!!

HeHe is that not a sign of a good politician, thought thats what they all did

WillowTheWhisp · 20-02-2005, 00:52

Well you all seem to have been having lots of correspondence with Gayle Knight. I emailed her before we went away, and as far as a reply goes, to quote Diana Ross, "I'm still waiting"

Mr Leaf sir, have you considered the fact that these bumps are best viewed from the air and therefore perhaps Hyndborg BC should be laying on trips from Squires Gate akin to the ones for local schoolchildren in the 60s? Now that could be the way to easily accomodate all persuasions, ethnic origins and abilities. All we'd need are some in flight running commentaries for the visually challenged and Bob's your Uncle.

PILKYBUSDRIVER · 20-02-2005, 00:59

Looking through the history books about accrington I saw many years ago the council did something radical to the coppice,they planted lots and lots of plant like things known as trees,you can still see them today.(Brown and green they are)