Coronavirus Thread (Off Topic, Politics) (349 Viewers)

[Ian1779]

Anyone got any reason why Boris even had to set a target of mid February?

The half term gives a natural break in normal proceedings maybe that he can try and aim for?

 

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[CCFCSteve]

All I want to hear from the govt every week is how many have been vaccinated and how close we are to hitting full coverage of the groups identified

Spot on. If (appreciate it could be a big IF !) its going ok it will hopefully give the country a boost as well....instead of just seeing the case/death figures

 

[Tommo1993]

Other countries didn't allow exemptions to mask wearing did they? If you left the house you worse a mask, if you had a medical condition that meant you couldn't wear a mask you weren't deemed safe to leave the house.

We've done the double whammy of allowing exemptions and not requiring any evidence of an exemption so you end up with anyone that doesn't want to wear one saying they're exempt.

Yeah tbh I’m not sure I believe in exemptions anyway. The whole family going shopping too. Mum, dad, 4 kids. Necessary?

 

[David O'Day]

Say hello to yesterday Boris

 

[clint van damme]

Practical stuff is screwed to be honest-don’t have an answer for that I’m afraid

It's ok. It's in Gavin Williamsons hands

 

[Ian1779]

Trainee chef. So bit difficult to grade as it's a lot of practical. He was hoping to be working abroad by the end of the year but that could be in jeopardy like so much else

There may well be records of continual assessment that can be applied to allow him to complete. Like a skills based record of work or something. Fingers crossed for him.

 

[Brighton Sky Blue]

Spot on. If (appreciate it could be a big IF !) its going ok it will hopefully give the country a boost as well....instead of just seeing the case/death figures

It also gives the country a very clear view of how far we have left to go. Then keep in mind a few weeks extra are needed for the vaccine to take effect.

 

[chiefdave]

It also gives the country a very clear view of how far we have left to go. Then keep in mind a few weeks extra are needed for the vaccine to take effect.

I would guess it would help with compliance as well. If people see 7 figure numbers popping up every week as vaccinated then it gives you hope and makes it easier to put up with a few more weeks.

 

[CCFCSteve]

I would guess it would help with compliance as well. If people see 7 figure numbers popping up every week as vaccinated then it gives you hope and makes it easy to put up with a few more weeks.

Agree with you and BSB. They appear to have forgotten the behaviour science bit in all this, which is massive. All you hear is just about tighter restrictions which as a few on here have said,you can’t really get much tighter (just stricter/harsher penalties). They need to get the ‘buy in’ back

 

[Johnnythespider]

They had that in the Aldi store I was in today. Didn’t stop Beryl and Trevor saying sorry directly into my lungs as they reached for the ketchup though.

Nice couple, has Trevor still got his rash

 

[SBT]

SBT thinks they are fine

Do I?

I said people were confused about the difference between how you catch it in a supermarket versus inviting someone round. And from the number of people still claiming that supermarkets are the main transmitters (they're not) or asking if you can catch it from handling fruit and veg (not much evidence) then it sounds like I was right.

 

[Sky Blue Pete]

Its a good job ive got a helluva stock of beer in my fridge. in all seriousness ,stay safe everyone.

Cheers you too

 

[Sky Blue Pete]

Say hello to yesterday Boris

Maybe he’s a twin. It’s a fuckin disgrace he can say what he did on Sunday morning and come out without commenting on it tonight. Wtf

 

[David O'Day]

Covid in England: Professional sport to continue in national lockdown

Professional sport in England will be allowed to continue behind closed doors, despite a new national lockdown announced by Prime Minister Boris Johnson.

www.bbc.co.uk

 

[David O'Day]

Barbados ain't taking no prisoners

Zara Holland faces court for 'breaking Covid rules' in Barbados

The Love Island star is alleged to have "breached quarantine" regulations on holiday in Barbados.

www.bbc.co.uk

 

[AVWskyblue]

If we can help please ask

Pete if any of us wanted to contribute to s sort of hardship fund for hom would you manage it so any money could be sent to you then you send it on to him?

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[skyblueusername]

PM'd you mate

Give this man some sky blue love

 

[Earlsdon_Skyblue1]

Piers Morgan snuck off somewhere didn't he?

Why is it always the ones that shout the loudest that are the biggest hypocrites.

 

[Brighton Sky Blue]

Is this a 5g conspiracy? Wrong answer motherfucker.
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Erm...how about replace the gif?

 

[Earlsdon_Skyblue1]

That’s not what they’re doing though. Boris is giving it the bigun that we’ve vaccinated more than the rest of Europe put together. Firstly it means fuck all, it’s just Boris polishing his own knob. Secondly last time the government was telling us we were doing better than the rest of Europe within weeks we had the highest infection and death rates not just in Europe but the world and all of a sudden you wasn’t allowed to compare us to Europe. I’d rather he doesn’t tempt fate again for the sake of his own vanity.

Translation: I hate the fact some people voted differently from me and get triggered every time Europe (not even the EU which is a different thing) is mentioned, especially when the UK is actually doing something better than them.

If we are the first country in the world to reopen fully again following vaccination process, will you be able to say something, anything positive?

 

[skyblueusername]

Piers Morgan snuck off somewhere didn't he?

Why is it always the ones that shout the loudest that are the biggest hypocrites.

Guys always been a c^nt, shame on ITV for employing him in the first place.

 

[skyblueusername]

Erm...how about replace the gif?

Why?

 

[Ian1779]

Piers Morgan snuck off somewhere didn't he?

Why is it always the ones that shout the loudest that are the biggest hypocrites.

Thing is he’s made some good points during all this, but they’ve gone to shit now.

 

[Sick Boy]

So what’s different there compared to the recent tier 4 restrictions apart from schools?

 

[Ian1779]

So what’s different there compared to the recent tier 4 restrictions apart from schools?

I think Kier has finally managed to get the zoos closed.

 

[skyblueusername]

Thing is he’s made some good points during all this, but they’ve gone to shit now.

He may have, but the guy is so toxic i gave up listening to anything he has to say a long time ago.

 

[fernandopartridge]

CLOSE SUPERMARKETS.

Edit: I know this is a ridiculous suggestion by the way but they are carnage. And can you name another place where you are mingling in close proximity with people leaning over you saying sorry in your face with a mask half on reaching for a pack of bacon?

People need to moderate their behaviour.

Tbh I go shopping after 9pm to avoid the crowds, just been and had nobody near me for ages.

 

[fernandopartridge]

Oh they've put the excercise once a day thing into law this time like they can ever really enforce that

What a ridiculous and pointless thing to legislate. Imagine you voted for these clowns?

 

[Deleted member 5849]

I'd still like to know what local area actually means...

I assume I can drive to exercise?

 

[fernandopartridge]

Get a government scheme where all they currently unemployed nightclub bouncers bounce in supermarkets

"not tonight mate"

"no trainers pal"

"too casual"

 

[Brylowes]

All I want to hear from the govt every week is how many have been vaccinated and how close we are to hitting full coverage of the groups identified

Absolutely this, whatever else is happening is happening, we can see it but there’s not a great deal we can do about it apart from sit tight and avoid others as much as possible.
The vaccine is now the only thing offering any kind of meaningful respite and hope for our health and economic recovery, the cancellation of the planned 2nd vaccine jab along with (what feels like ) a sudden aversion to wanting to talk about the vaccination programme from government and media is giving me an uneasy feeling.

 

[chiefdave]

I'd still like to know what local area actually means...

I assume I can drive to exercise?

In lockdown 1 local forces were advised by the National Police Chiefs’ Council to work on the basis that the length of the exercise had to be greater than the time spent on travel. Or something along those lines, can't remember the exact wording. Suspect they'll use similar this time as nothing seems to be defined.

Doubt anyone will be questioned unless they're driving for miles like those idiots that had to be rescued in the snow after they decided to take a day trip to the Peak District.

 

[skyblueusername]

I'd still like to know what local area actually means...

I assume I can drive to exercise?

I think snowdonia is local in the winter, Bournemouth in the summer.

 

[Brighton Sky Blue]

Absolutely this, whatever else is happening is happening, we can see it but there’s not a great deal we can do about it apart from sit tight and avoid others as much as possible.
The vaccine is now the only thing offering any kind of meaningful respite and hope for our health and economic recovery, the cancellation of the planned 2nd vaccine jab along with (what feels like ) a sudden aversion to wanting to talk about the vaccination programme from government and media is giving me an uneasy feeling.

It’s the only way out of the restrictions. Unite everyone behind it and keep people updated with weekly figures in relation to the target. No media spin, no taking credit for others’ accomplishments, just get that vaccine out to as many as you can in the shortest time.

 

[Brylowes]

"not tonight mate"

"no trainers pal"

"too casual"

You’d be getting right pissed off after queuing in the rain for ages ‘only for Mable, Bet and Hilda to rock up ‘flutter their cataracts’ and get ushered straight in.