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If bosses are serious about improving the BBC, why is Gregg Wallace still presenting MasterChef?
BBC taste test
JUST how robust and even-handed will the BBC’s much-vaunted overhaul of workplace culture be?
It’s a fair question given the corporation’s appalling track record.
The BBC have questions to answer about why Gregg Wallace is still presenting Masterchef[/caption]And if bosses are serious about improving the Beeb, as they say they are, then they also have questions to answer about why Gregg Wallace is still presenting Masterchef.
The allegations of inappropriate behaviour and rudeness levelled against Wallace in connection with other shows do not make him a monster.
Not like Huw Edwards, who was not only kept on the payroll but given a huge pay rise in spite of the most serious criminal accusations.
But nor, it would appear, were they a one-off.
So, how does Gregg’s behaviour compare, say, with that of Jermaine Jenas who was unceremoniously sacked from Match Of The Day and The One Show for sending “inappropriate” messages?
The BBC seems to get itself further into a mess with every decision it makes about its precious “talent” and there is a definite whiff of double standards.
Chair Samir Shar and his team need to come up with rules of behaviour that apply equally to all the staff, no matter how important they are to the brand.
Cancel mob rule
MINDLESS pro-Palestine idiots who forced the cancellation of a talk at Cambridge University by former Home Secretary Suella Braverman are typical of the growing threat to freedom of speech in Britain.
Universities should be places for exchanges of ideas, healthy discussions and respectful disagreements — not bastions of bigotry where woke morons only allow their own ill-informed beliefs.
Worryingly, the Government’s proposed Employment Rights Bill — forcing employers to protect staff from anything which might offend them — threatens to make it even easier for the loud-mouths to silence alternate views.
But it’s not just at our so-called seats of learning, or on social media, that the cancer of cancel culture is growing.
When a new bill could force pub landlords to police drinkers to make sure any banter does not upset the bar staff then we really are on a slippery slope.
BoJo glow
BORIS JOHNSON has regrets. Which former PM doesn’t?
He made mistakes in office, not least underestimating the ability of his Tory MPs to shoot themselves in the foot. Repeatedly.
But after Labour’s doom-laden first 100 days, and with world business leaders descending on London for a summit today, oh how we could do with some of BoJo’s energy and optimism.
It would help them see what a brilliant place Britain is to invest in.
Defence chiefs paid over £7m since 2015 to the AA to attend conked-out and crashed vehicles
DEFENCE officials have paid the AA more than £7million since 2015 to attend conked-out and crashed vehicles — with the cost rising each year.
The service has answered more than 13,200 MoD call-outs in the UK and beyond.
Defence officials have paid the AA more than £7million since 2015 to attend conked-out and crashed vehicles[/caption]Vehicles include cars, lorries and light tanks and one break down had to be brought back from Morocco, a Freedom of Information request said.
Some still in use, such as the Bulldog armoured personnel carrier, are more than 50 years old.
One Army source last night said: “This is what comes from years of underfunding.
“Vehicles are poorly maintained and there are no spares available and consequently they break down on a daily basis.
“I doubt there is a unit in the British Army which doesn’t have a problem with vehicle maintenance and consequently vehicles are always breaking down – you can see it every day on motorways across the country.”
A separate MoD report has also revealed that in 2022 – the latest figures available – troops were involved in 3,800 collisions.
The figures contained with the MoD’s Defence Road Safety Strategy published last year also disclosed that armed forces personnel are 50 percent more likely to be involved in a vehicle accident compared to civilians.
Vehicle collisions now account for one in five deaths of all military personnel.
A Ministry of Defence spokesman said: “We do everything we can to minimise costs although sometimes vehicles do break down.”
Boris Johnson accuses Sir Keir Starmer of ‘transparent racism’ over ditching Rwanda scheme
BORIS Johnson accused Sir Keir Starmer of “transparent racism” over ditching the costly Rwanda deportation scheme.
The former PM slammed the Labour leader for seeking a migration deal with Albania instead.
Former PM Boris Johnson has accused Sir Keir Starmer of ‘transparent racism’ over ditching the costly Rwanda deportation scheme[/caption] Johnson raged: ‘He cancelled our Rwanda plan, in favour of what? He wants to send them somewhere else’[/caption]He raged: “He cancelled our Rwanda plan, in favour of what? He wants to send them somewhere else.
“Why, why, why do a deal with Albania, not Rwanda? It’s total discrimination.”
Meanwhile, Mr Johnson said he believes Ukraine will be safe if Donald Trump is re-elected as US President.
Republican Mr Trump has said he wants to force Ukraine into peace talks with Russia’s Vladimir Putin.
Boris said: “I think that sort of left liberal stereotype of Trump on foreign policy is really wrong.
“When he was in office, he was strong. He was robust. He did some difficult things.
He added: “The Democrats didn’t give Javelins to the Ukrainians, the shoulder launched anti-tank weaponry. Trump did.”
On a deal, he said:“Is Donald Trump going to want to begin the first few months of his presidency by making Russia great again? He wants to make America great again.
“We all want a peace deal. But the only way to a real, proper peace deal is Ukrainian victory. And I think that he gets that,” he added.
“The logic of America’s position, any any incoming US president’s position is going to be keep going, give the Ukrainians what they need… I think he has the strength to to change the dynamics.”
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Boris Johnson blasts Labour for ‘freeing paedophiles from jail while locking up social media numbskulls’
BORIS Johnson blasted the Government for “freeing paedophiles from jail while locking up numbskulls who say stupid stuff on Twitter”.
The former PM called for tougher sentences for sex offenders like ex-BBC newsreader Huw Edwards.
Boris Johnson blasted the Labour Government for ‘freeing paedophiles from jail while locking up Twitter numbskulls’[/caption] The former PM called for tougher sentences for sex offenders like ex-BBC newsreader Huw Edwards[/caption]He said: “What they’re doing is feeding a trade that dehumanises and gravely, gravely injures the most vulnerable people.”
Asked on Never Mind The Ballots if he believed there is two-tier policing in this country, Mr Johnson said: “I certainly think people need to look at some of the priorities.”
Labour releasing criminals to ease prison overcrowding was “not the right thing to do”.
He went on: “Particularly if you are then banging up people, nutters, for saying the odd thing on Twitter. Those do not seem to be the right priorities for the criminal justice system.”
Last month experts blasted the “ludicrous” decision to let Huw Edwards dodge jail and raised concerns over “two tier justice” in the courts.
Edwards had avoided jail at Westminster Magistrates’ Court and was given a six month suspended sentence for two years.
Kemi Bedenoch also blasted Edwards avoiding jail as “two tier” justice – and called for an urgent overhaul of sentencing rules.
Jim Gamble, the former head of the Child Exploitation and Online Protection Command Centre within the National Crime Agency, has also slammed at the sentencing after widespread outrage.
Speaking to Aasmah Mir and Stig Abell he said: “If Edwards came around to your house tonight and said, look, I tell you what, you go on out to the cinema tonight and I’ll look after your young children, would you let him? Because that’s the question.
“You know, if you’re not going to let him babysit for your children, why would you let him engage or look after anyone else’s children? So I think it’s time we woke up to this.
“These aren’t some kind of abstract image. They’re images of children being brutalised and raped.”
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Christine McGuinness poses completely topless after revealing sad reason she still lives with ex Paddy
CHRISTINE McGuinness has shared a completely topless picture from her recent holiday, as she hints at a positive change in her life.
Mum of three Christine McGuinness shared a series of pictures to her Instagram as she told fans: “Recent roll. Future so bright I’ll be living in my shades.”
Christine McGuinness revealed to her fans her ‘future is so bright’ with a topless holiday snap[/caption]In the myriad of snaps, one picture showed the former beauty queen with her blonde hair piled high on her head as she posed topless but strategically covering her breasts.
The TV presenter looked blissfully happy as she laughed at whoever was taking the camera.
Fans were quick to praise the model for her happy mood, as one commented: “What a beautiful woman xx.”
Another shared: “Do what makes you happy.. you sure look happy.”
“Your future is bright , you’ll be living your best life,” posted another.
The post comes as its rumoured Christine has been enjoying the sunshine with close pal Roxxxann.
Former Real Housewives of Cheshire star Christine recently revealed she is dating again following her split from husband Paddy, 51.
In recent news, Christine has explained why despite she and Paddy separating they still live together.
The couple share children Leo and Penelope, 11, and Felicity, eight.
In an interview with OK! magazine she explained how she and Paddy care for their children whilst living in the same home, even though their marriage has ended.
She added that in the summer Paddy’s work schedule meant he was away from home a lot, and that she typically ‘goes on holiday’ when he is home to allow him time with the children.
Yet when they are in the same house, they co-parent but not without its difficulties.
She said: “It’s hard, but it’s not that I can’t because we live in the same house.
“But it’s more just thinking ahead to when the time comes that we do actually have to share our children in separate houses.
“I think I’m going to really struggle with that.”
Paddy and Christine split in 2022 after 11 years of marriage.
Christine has also opened up on the reality of co-parenting with ex husband Paddy McGuinness as they continue living together with their three kids[/caption] Christine McGuinness and Paddy McGuinness split in 2022 after 11 years of marriage and share three children[/caption]Horoscope today, October 14, 2024: Daily star sign guide from Mystic Meg
OUR much-loved astrologer Meg sadly died last year but her column will be kept alive by her friend and protégée Maggie Innes.
Read on to see what’s written in the stars for you today.
ARIES
March 21 to April 20
If you’ve been trying to avoid making family waves, this may be the time to stop.
Being able to say how you feel is important, even if it is not popular.
The moon and sun help you deal with whatever happens next.
If you’re in love, Venus goes deep, and asks you to do the same.
Single? The One loves outrageous looks.
TAURUS
April 21 to May 21
A friendship-favouring moon is your passport to making new connections.
When you feel you “know” someone straight away, this is a great sign.
Trust yourself to do and say exactly the right thing.
Saturn’s go-slow influence could limit your ability to get out and about, but love will find a way to meet “E”.
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GEMINI
May 22 to June 21
Mercury, your master planet, guides your words so well, even when you don’t realise it is happening.
At work, you can lead the way to a new shared understanding.
This may include speaking up to, or instead of, a boss.
The right health path is already in front of you, but you may resist – until you hear a friend talking about it.
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CANCER
June 22 to July 22
Combining a journey with a creative enterprise is a smart use of your time, and your talents – so if an offer crops up again today, try to get yourself on that ticket list.
If you’re with a partner, passion is fun and fresh, and you can surprise each other.
If you’re single, a gifted singer is aiming special words in your direction.
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LEO
July 23 to August 23
Seeing the drawbacks in a family plan can be a positive push for you, as you start seeking ways to deal with them, instead of giving up.
All day today, you have planet support that keeps a dream alive – but it needs to be used.
As for romance, you may tell yourself you don’t need commitment to care – but is it true?
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VIRGO
August 24 to September 22
Putting a concern into words, even for one other person, can be the way to a solution, as an outside perspective can be all it takes to make up your mind. Try this and see.
If you’re happy in a relationship, the third time partners talk about the future can be the best time.
The luck factor waits in a temporary building.
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The luck factor waits in a temporary building[/caption]LIBRA
September 23 to October 23
Good health is not something to put a price on, so stop yourself if you start doing this – if you need to find more time this can be free.
Mars ramps up positivity levels and you realise how much control you have over your mood.
Saturn is in your career chart – change may be delayed but can still go forward.
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List of 12 star signs
The traditional dates used by Mystic Meg for each sign are below.
- Capricorn: December 22 – January 20
- Aquarius: January 21 – February 18
- Pisces: February 19 – March 20
- Aries: March 21 – April 20
- Taurus: April 21 – May 21
- Gemini: May 22 – June 21
- Cancer: June 22 – July 22
- Leo: July 23 – August 23
- Virgo: August 24 – September 22
- Libra: September 23 – October 23
- Scorpio: October 24 – November 22
- Sagittarius: November 23 – December 21
SCORPIO
October 24 to November 22
However well you think you know yourself, Mercury can prove you wrong today – as you switch loyalties and align yourself with a new set of rules, or personalities.
This can feel like home, from the first moment, so go with it.
The sun believes in dreams, but Mars may test them – this can be a positive push for you.
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SAGITTARIUS
November 23 to December 21
That notion of a new address has not gone away, but is simmering in the background – and today you can find the facts to press forward.
There may be a spell when you feel alone, but this is when you can firm up what you want from a home, or a family.
Love is weakened by secrets, even if you see them as a strength.
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CAPRICORN
December 22 to January 20
A group, known or unknown, may not instantly embrace your ideas today – but don’t let this deter you.
Venus and Uranus clash and you could face a conflict between familiar old ways and hot new ideas.
You are the one who can make this work.
Love takes a private promise public, in a way that touches your heart deeply.
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Love takes a private promise public[/caption]AQUARIUS
January 21 to February 18
As dreamy and determined planets join forces in your cash chart, money plans could develop into something very different – and yet set for success.
So do try not to dismiss ideas because they are not your own.
Leaving more time in love terms, can help two partners get on to the same passion wavelength.
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PISCES
February 19 to March 20
Love is moving forward – and at first you may feel you want to step out of this process.
But changing one part of your personal self can give you the power to keep going, so consider this.
A personal moon of mystique sends signals from your eyes, perhaps before you realise.
If a smart Aries approaches, stay alert!
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