GenBr Posted March 16, 2020 Share Posted March 16, 2020 3 minutes ago, 1of4 said: Today the government announced that it was recommending, that the public avoid going to pubs clubs and restaurants. All commendable to stop groups of people gatherings in confined spaces. Strange that the government are still encouraging groups of many hundreds to gather together in one place. Are schools immune to the coronavirus? They are trying to slow the spread to buy time - not stop it completely. I imagine it's only a matter of time before schools are closed, but it's going to have far greater effects than not going to the pub. If schools close all the parents including emergency workers are either going to have to be off work as well or arrange childcare. It's going to have a massive impact on critical workers. It also won't stop people gathering in big crowds as we've already seen in places like Portugal where they all just go to the beach instead. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tamworthram Posted March 16, 2020 Share Posted March 16, 2020 3 minutes ago, 1of4 said: Today the government announced that it was recommending, that the public avoid going to pubs clubs and restaurants. All commendable to stop groups of people gatherings in confined spaces. Strange that the government are still encouraging groups of many hundreds to gather together in one place. Are schools immune to the coronavirus? Quote Closing schools is far more problematic than recommending people avoid going to pubs etc. If the kids are off it could mean more parents having to take time off to look after them including some working for the NHS. I’m not saying they shouldn’t close schools but I do recognise it’s not such an easy decision the other meausures. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigbadbob Posted March 16, 2020 Share Posted March 16, 2020 3 hours ago, smiths_tavrn said: Exactly they could of died if they hadn't contracted CV. Can anyone prove otherwise? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rev Posted March 16, 2020 Share Posted March 16, 2020 45 minutes ago, Van Cone De Head said: Joel in quarantine for 12 weeks,bloody hell I love him but...ffs! He'll be ok, he's got super hero parents! It's getting warm enough for camping, I can drop you a tent round. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
i-Ram Posted March 16, 2020 Share Posted March 16, 2020 20 minutes ago, 1of4 said: Today the government announced that it was recommending, that the public avoid going to pubs clubs and restaurants. All commendable to stop groups of people gatherings in confined spaces. Strange that the government are still encouraging groups of many hundreds to gather together in one place. Are schools immune to the coronavirus? They are minor establishments. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stive Pesley Posted March 16, 2020 Share Posted March 16, 2020 I was wondering why BJs language seemed so woolly, but then realised that it's largely about protecting the insurance industry. If the government categorically say "don't travel" and "pubs must close" then everyone's insurance becomes valid. As it stands it's only "advice" and the insurers can breath again Yeah I get that it would be a bad day for the insurance industry, but people keep me honest - society will still function OK if a few insurers went bust right? They've been bleeding money from us for years. And when it's all over, they can carry on with their fear-based scam Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MuespachRam Posted March 16, 2020 Share Posted March 16, 2020 18 minutes ago, David said: I think they were looking for any excuse to get rid of you for a couple weeks to be honest. Yep, probably..I’m good with It though Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Day Posted March 16, 2020 Share Posted March 16, 2020 3 minutes ago, MuespachRam said: Yep, probably..I’m good with It though Now I just need to find a reason to get rid of you for a couple of weeks, can you go insult someone or something please ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coneheadjohn Posted March 16, 2020 Share Posted March 16, 2020 11 minutes ago, reverendo de duivel said: He'll be ok, he's got super hero parents! It's getting warm enough for camping, I can drop you a tent round. Thanks mate?. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rev Posted March 16, 2020 Share Posted March 16, 2020 5 minutes ago, Van Cone De Head said: Thanks mate?. The tents for you obviously, not Joel. If it's cold you could invite those woolly cows you insist are dogs to snuggle up to. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tamworthram Posted March 16, 2020 Share Posted March 16, 2020 9 minutes ago, SchtivePesley said: I was wondering why BJs language seemed so woolly, but then realised that it's largely about protecting the insurance industry. If the government categorically say "don't travel" and "pubs must close" then everyone's insurance becomes valid. As it stands it's only "advice" and the insurers can breath again Yeah I get that it would be a bad day for the insurance industry, but people keep me honest - society will still function OK if a few insurers went bust right? They've been bleeding money from us for years. And when it's all over, they can carry on with their fear-based scam In terms of travel, it depends on the country and, for the US the Foreign Office have actually done us a favour. The advice is against all but essential travel which, for most policies, triggers insurance payouts. They didn’t really need to offer that advice given you can’t travel there anyway and the US, Florida specifically, isn’t currently a high risk area. Means we should be able to claim whereas I’m not sure if we would have been able to just because Trump had banned all flights. I think you can rest assured, the insurance industry will suffer big time and, whilst you may not want to shed too many tears for the large insurance companies don’t forget they employ a lot of people and, I would imagine, are a home for a lot of pension fund investments. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Comrade 86 Posted March 16, 2020 Share Posted March 16, 2020 20 minutes ago, MuespachRam said: Yep, probably..I’m good with It though Give them a call around day 12 saying you're feeling a bit off colour mate. After that you can work through the kids and your missus, the neighbours, their cat... The return to work interview should be fun after 18 months off. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maxjam Posted March 16, 2020 Share Posted March 16, 2020 Well, what I took from today's briefing was we've got no chance of seeing any football again this season! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stive Pesley Posted March 16, 2020 Share Posted March 16, 2020 4 minutes ago, Tamworthram said: In terms of travel, it depends on the country and, for the US the Foreign Office have actually done us a favour. True. I have £60 of useless train tickets next weekend though, that I can't use as the event is cancelled and we're now advised not to travel but EMR still won't refund I'm thinking more about pubs, theatres, restaurants etc. People being advised not to go out and socialise but these places can't claim any insurance while they are not being forced to close Take your point about the employees of insurance companies being people too though Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gee SCREAMER !! Posted March 16, 2020 Share Posted March 16, 2020 7 hours ago, jono said: The problem is people with a political agenda, turning snippets of information and half truths in to something that’s suits their political ideals. Sow dissension make us all hate each other. Shameful. Sorry mate. Not sure if your talking generically or that's specific too me. Personally,I don't have a political agenda, others may. I deal with facts as there presented from a reasonable source. Kind of what I do for a living. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Comrade 86 Posted March 16, 2020 Share Posted March 16, 2020 5 minutes ago, Tamworthram said: I think you can rest assured, the insurance industry will suffer big time and, whilst you may not want to shed too many tears for the large insurance companies don’t forget they employ a lot of people and, I would imagine, are a home for a lot of pension fund investments. You just had to spoil the fun, didn't you ? Back on thread, a few folk have mentioned schools and while I can grasp that from an economic standpoint, closing them is undesirable, if we are really serious about containing this thing, nurseries, playgroups and schools need to be closed asap. Excuse the pun but surely not doing so will prove a false economy. Kids under the age of 11 catch everything going, after all. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DarkFruitsRam7 Posted March 16, 2020 Share Posted March 16, 2020 The whole insurance thing with the pubs, if true, does seem to be an issue. I hope the government compensate them in some other way. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tamworthram Posted March 16, 2020 Share Posted March 16, 2020 1 minute ago, 86 Schmokes & a Pancake said: You just had to spoil the fun, didn't you ? Back on thread, a few folk have mentioned schools and while I can grasp that from an economic standpoint, closing them is undesirable, if we are really serious about containing this thing, nurseries, playgroups and schools need to be closed asap. Excuse the pun but surely not doing so will prove a false economy. Kids under the age of 11 catch everything going, after all. I agree although, it’s not just the economic impact they’re worried about. It’s also the employees that would lost to essential services. Specifically the health service. How many doctors, nurses, ambulance drivers etc. Would have to take time off when we most need them? It’s a very difficult call. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tamworthram Posted March 16, 2020 Share Posted March 16, 2020 3 minutes ago, DarkFruitsRam7 said: The whole insurance thing with the pubs, if true, does seem to be an issue. I hope the government compensate them in some other way. I hope so too but I fear there are just too many businesses that will suffer for the government to support them all (not sure compensate is the right word). What about all the suppliers to these establishments? Taxi drivers that won’t be required? Etc. The list goes on. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MuespachRam Posted March 16, 2020 Share Posted March 16, 2020 42 minutes ago, David said: Now I just need to find a reason to get rid of you for a couple of weeks, can you go insult someone or something please ? David David David. You would be begging me to come back... you can’t live without me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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