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"A special place in hell"

Great comment from Donald Tusk, it's hardly surprising that he's losing patience with "negotiators" who haven't a clue what they want, only what they don't want. But of course it's sparked loads of faux outrage from some at the stupider end of the Brexiteer spectrum: Andrea Leadsom (“disgraceful” and “spiteful” comments), Peter Bone ("a completely outrageous insult"), Sammy Wilson ("a devilish euro maniac"), Arlene Foster (“deliberately provocative”), Sajid Javid (remarks were "out of order") plus, of course, the usual bluster from the inimitable Mark Francois ("The UK will NOT be bullied!").Hilarious - but what a bunch of snowflakes! As Lance Corporal Jones would have said (but with the traditional roles somewhat reversed), "They don't like it up 'em."More realistically, the Brexit coordinator for the European parliament, Guy Verhofstadt, has tweeted: “Well, I doubt Lucifer would welcome them, as after what they did to Britain, they would even manage to divide Hell.”

Richard Carter ● 2836d111 Comments ● 2831d

The reality of a Pergola on Putney Exchange...

I thought that the updated proposal for the PALMHOUSE stated it would be an "exciting game-changer in the Putney foodie-scene"?Looking at the Incipio website it looks like its going to be just another Drinking establishment with 'BOTTOMLESS' Drink Offers and Sessions: All you can drink Bloody Marys and 'Bubbles' sessions for £25. Sounds like its all about pushing cheap Booze. Hardly a 'game-changer' from the Putney Restaurant scene is it.

Rich Murray ● 2839d63 Comments ● 2831d

recommendation for courier please

I need to courier a couple of boxes of books, and wondered if you could recommend a courier? There are so many now, and the last ones I used weren't very good.... Thanks

Victoria Diamond ● 2838d12 Comments ● 2831d

St Mary's School Bicentennial - Child mannequins needed

Hello we are looking to exhibit St Mary's C of E school 200 year history and would like to use some standing child mannequins to illustrate the school uniform. Does anyone have a standing child mannequin that they could lend or give to us for the exhibition? Thanks Bethan please contact us on stmarysfosms@gmail.com

Bethan Deakins ● 2836d1 Comments ● 2832d

Mr. Farage

Had some funny phone calls , just to let everybody know I'm not his mother, as it appears his mother is called Barbara Stevens but she has ten years on me. Ha Ha.

Barbara Stevens ● 2836d1 Comments ● 2834d

Door step scam

I answered the door to a man of about 30 who explained he lived at the end of my road in West Putney and needed money for a cab (£35) as he'd been locked out. He offered me his phone to retain till he repaid me. Obviously this was an old worthless phone and this is a standard scam. Be aware (unlike me!) I gather he has tried the same trick with other neighbours.

Laura Polglase ● 2837d4 Comments ● 2834d

UK to spend £800k on 'highly likely' Eurotunnel Brexit case

I think this is preposterous!!!https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-47124058

Ivonne Holliday ● 2838d5 Comments ● 2834d

Sash Window Renovation/Replacement recommendation

Can anybody recommend anybody that has done good work for them ? There are so many people in the area doing this work it would be good to have a steer. Thanks for any help.

Ian R Todd ● 2839d5 Comments ● 2834d

Social Media takeover of planning application

I don't apologise for  another thread about the Palmhouse as this is something I've not seen before. Literally this - Incipio yesterday posted  a campaign message on Facebook in addition to one on Instagram.'We’re super excited to announce we’ve submitted an application to Wandsworth Council for a brand-new Putney venue called ‘The Palmhouse’ – woop! We’d like to build a beautiful living, landscaped rooftop garden on the top floor car park of the Putney Exchange. We’ll fill it with nothing but good stuff: vibrant greenery, signature palm trees, 3 seasonal & rotating restaurants and a bar. Everyone welcome - kids n’ all! Trust us, it’s going to be gooood – but WE NEED YOUR HELP! If you want to know more about it, please tag your friends that live in and around Putney below and get them to comment on our proposal - see link below - We are hopefully looking forward to joining the Putney Exchange family soon!'The planning portal has since been inundated with messages of support from both Putney and non Putney residents. Of course many of these 'supporters' have no idea that this new venue is  located so close to a residential area. Not that they would care if they knew as their quality of life will not be affected. If you object to the proposal please do so as soon as possible. Thank you.PS I have no objection to such a venue but the Exchange is entirely the wrong location to have it.

Lucille Grant ● 2840d14 Comments ● 2834d

Lost Earring

I realised I lost an earring today, but am not sure where.  If anyone finds a gold dangley/drop earring, please let me know.  It has a small disc on the end of the drop which contains a dark mauvish stone.  I have retraced my steps in Quill Lane but I could have lost it anywhere in the high street area today.

Martine Guy ● 2835d0 Comments ● 2835d

HAVE YOU SEEN THIS DOG? LOST DOG - PUTNEY HEATH SW15 WED 06/02

Hello community,Our dog got spooked by a fox 7:30pm yesterday (weds 06.02) on putney heath and we've been unable to find him.He is microchipped but has no tag, we've contacted all local shelters, vets, park rangers, dog wardens and the police but we're reaching out in case anyone has seen him, or taken him in.http://www.doglost.co.uk/dog-blog.php?dogId=140209&fbclid=IwAR2ucsa2Fdsg5-9uKtVHqtRYUoEk0lCm4g4GPhF0aAiA5gXyx_bxTvznMwQAny information leading to his safe return is hugely appreciated.

steph couchman ● 2835d3 Comments ● 2835d

Broken  promises?

Obviously Nissan don't think that the high risk of a no deal Brexit matches the assurances given by the government in 2016 ...

Michael Ixer ● 2840d25 Comments ● 2835d

Online security, passwords, scams, ...

If you've ever used the same password for more than one online service you might want to rethink that ...https://www.consumerreports.org/digital-security/stolen-emails-and-passwords-surface-online/?utm_content=84050468&utm_medium=social&utm_source=linkedin&hss_channel=lcp-25403

Michael Ixer ● 2837d13 Comments ● 2836d

Fahrenheit 451 (1966 film) screening, 25 February

There is a major redevelopment planned for the Roehampton area. Putney Society and Ibstock Place School are screening this classic film to illustrate the importance of the Alton Estate in the development of 20th century housing, starting off the programme with a clip of the eminent architect Richard Rogers discussing  the Estate.  Co-incidentally, the film, which features the Estate, happens to be very topical with all sorts of contemporary issues predicted - censorship, fake news and so on – a fascinating combination! Is your favourite book one of the titles burnt?Details:  7pm on Monday 25 February.  Cost £5 + 15p booking fee.Pre-booking essential, at www.ibstockplaceschool.co.uk/nt-live/ .For more information, see the Putney Society website at http://www.putneysociety.org.uk/events/screening-of-fahrenheit-451-ibstock-school-25th-february.html .

Lynn Pearcy ● 2841d1 Comments ● 2836d

Crazy golf coming to Putney High Street...

Yes, you heard it here first! Now, can you guess where?

Stuart Smith ● 2836d4 Comments ● 2836d

What Corbyn Really Thinks Of The EU!

Jezza the original Brexiteer speaking in 2009.  Now get off the fence and whip your MPs!  Oooh Jeremy Corbyn!! 👍🏻https://www.lbc.co.uk/politics/parties/labour/jeremy-corbyn/video-emerges-of-jeremy-corbyn-attacking-eu/

Sue Hammond ● 2837d2 Comments ● 2836d

Parliamentarians With Their Noses In The EU Trough 😡

A caller raised this subject on Nick Ferrari's LBC show this morning but I only heard part of the discussion unfortunately. However the segment I did hear told me that there's a report in the Guardian today about 48 Brexit-blockers in Parliament who receive huge subsidised payments from the EU. Quelle surprise! Not.😠 It's no wonder these greedy pigs are fighting to stop Brexit and keep their noses in the EU trough.😡I don't have the link for the Guardian article but I found the following report from the Express in 2018 about the exceedingly wealthy Lord Heseltine's £90,000 annual land subsidy he receives from the EU.https://www.express.co.uk/news/politics/958161/lord-heseltine-duke-of-wellington-brexit-blocker-90000-pounds-EU-land-subsidiesAs I couldn't find the Guardian report, it's probably been buried deep inside the paper,🙄 perhaps Richard could consult his bible and give me the link?

Sue Hammond ● 2838d25 Comments ● 2836d

Thmes Tunnel: Community Liaison Group

If you are interested in, or feel you may be affected by the progress of the Tunnel works at Putney Bridge and Barn Elms, then come to the next Community Liaison Group Meeting on Thursday 7th Feb at The Star & Garter 7-9pm.

Caroline Whitehead ● 2837d0 Comments ● 2837d

Clarks shoes and education

Clarks shoe shop staff to be trained to speak to children amid Government drive to improve language skills Clarks employees will be trained to speak to children as part of a drive to improve early language skills, the Department for Education has announced.https://www.telegraph.co.uk/education/2019/01/29/clarks-shoe-shop-staff-trained-speak-children-amid-government/

Ivonne Holliday ● 2841d21 Comments ● 2837d

TRINITY HOSPICE

The most wonderful place, where both my partner and later his mum went to die.  Kind, caring, such a beautiful place, lovely gardens, absolutely wonderful staff.If you ever are wondering where to donate money to a good cause, please donate here.  They are superstars and have helped me so much in the past.

Bunny Payne ● 2838d1 Comments ● 2837d