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1st Dec 2015Archiebald commented on:
Peter's Gardening tips for DecemberPeter when is a good time to scarify your lawn?ViewDate:
10th May 2015Archiebald commented on:
Do you iron your bed sheets?Must say I don't think I have ever ironed sheets. My wife irons our bed sheets and it is a good feeling going to sleep on crisp sheets.ViewDate:
5th May 2015Archiebald commented on:
Will the weather determine whether you go to the Polling station?If its really bad weather I would have a problem getting to our polling station. Think a lot of us older folk would face this as wellViewDate:
29th Apr 2015Archiebald commented on:
Would calorific information on alcoholic drinks affect your consumption?I think I would take more notice of how much alcohol I drink. But they would need to make it obvious. On most food labels the writing is so small I need my glasses to see it. The food and drink manufacturers need to take this into consideration for people who are older as the vast majority of us start struggling with our eyesight after about 40 and definitely in our 50sViewDate:
27th Apr 2015Archiebald commented on:
Do you take notice of dietary and medical advice regarding healthy eating?It is all so totally confusing! One minute its don't eat eggs...the next its yes you can eat eggs. Drink Red wine...don't drink too much. Is it really too difficult for the government to get a website that give everyone in the UK advise about what to eat and how to stay heathy?ViewDate:
22nd Apr 2015Archiebald commented on:
Which party do you trust to manage your pensioner benefits over the next 5 years?I would trust the Conservatives. they have changed these new pension plans and I am going to take 25% out tax free in one plan which while only a few thousand pounds is a help to my family. My view is keep economy as it is. I do not want to risk a Labour/SNP as I think they may destabilise it and they do not seem to be business friendlyViewDate:
21st Apr 2015Archiebald commented on:
General election 2015 - NHS, Health and care party policies.Surely for us all the most important thing is our health? Baring that in mind we should stop all this stupidity about who is best placed to run the NHS and just get it sorted for once and all.ViewDate:
21st Apr 2015Archiebald commented on:
Does making new friends get easier or more difficult as you get older?I think it gets easier as you become much more confident with age. Loads of opportunities to meet friends socially and at work and on the internet as well especially with people who have shared interests.Many of us Silversurfers by the time we are in our 50s + also have friends many of who we may have had for years and years.ViewDate:
16th Apr 2015Archiebald commented on:
Which coalition do you find more palatable?Just seen the BBC programme and just the usual shouting and confusion. It was interesting that Miliband will not work with SNP...if he doesn't then I cannot see Labour in power. SNP seem to want to work with Labour and that came over loud and clearViewDate:
14th Apr 2015Archiebald commented on:
Will you vote in person or by post?Our local polling station is in the village hall so its easy to wonder up there. I have to say in this day and age it should be done online. Much easier once the IT is sorted out and people can do it from easily. My kids don't live at home yet all their voting papers come here? they move all overt the place so its difficult for them. What happens if people are old or infirm they cannot even post their vote. Come on UK government get your act together and put it online!!!ViewDate:
14th Apr 2015Archiebald commented on:
Have you noticed that pack sizes have shrunk while prices remain unchanged?I have noticed this on some packets of crisps and snacks. The cost of snacks seems to be rising fast and this is just one more example of "rip-off Britain"! Why don't manufacturers look after their customers. they will come back again and again. People notice these changes and don't like themViewDate:
10th Apr 2015Archiebald commented on:
Do the current political campaigns affect the way you will vote?My comments and thoughts exactly!ViewDate:
10th Apr 2015Archiebald commented on:
Do the current political campaigns affect the way you will vote?I think the current system is all wrong. We should have online voting and proportional representation which would make life a lot fairer. The current system is way out of date and means that smaller parties cannot get a look in. Of course Labour & the Tories will never let this happen its not in their best interest. I think most people have got a good idea of who they vote for especially the over 50s. Its the youngsters who are probably more fluid in their votingViewDate:
7th Apr 2015Archiebald commented on:
Do you find beards attractive?I used to have a beard and find them ok but quite itchy. Shaving does get boring day after day and its nice to have a break and grow a beard. My father had a beauty in the 1960s...he looked like the fisherman on the fish fingers adverts!ViewDate:
2nd Apr 2015Archiebald commented on:
After watching the pre-Election TV debate who performed the best?They were the most impressive. If you had some common-sense with a cap on immigration at a sensible level...can can anyone disagree with that?.....they may be a good government!ViewDate:
2nd Apr 2015Archiebald commented on:
After watching the pre-Election TV debate who performed the best?Interesting but NOT compelling! I did not think there was any clear winner. Miliband seemed to just want to attack Cameron it was a joke. The NHS is important for us all especially the over 50s! My mother in her mid 80s had an operation 2 weeks ago. The NHS staff were brilliant...just fantastic. Politicians need to look after the NHS instead of bickering the whole time. Sort it out!ViewDate:
1st Apr 2015Archiebald commented on:
Will you be tuning in to the pre-General Election TV debate?It will be really interesting and I suspect that if any major faults are made by any of the leaders they will have a real problem. Its high stakes poker by them all. No wonder David Cameron is worried as he has the most to loose it it goes badly wrong for him. I think Nicola Sturgeon and Mr Farage will both give everyone a very tough time and Farage in particular wsill be banging on about the Tories failing on immigration quotas.ViewDate:
31st Mar 2015Archiebald commented on:
Do you feel the economy is getting better?I have seen a lot of governments in my time. We need to get private individuals and companies incentivised and stop the meddling of the nanny state. Its the private companies and entrepreneurs like Richard Branson who create wealth and jobs. Its still far far too bureaucratic starting a business in Blighty. Gbis like a family it cannot keep on borrowing money...it needs to get working and fast! I feel things are getting slowly more positive.ViewDate:
31st Mar 2015Archiebald commented on:
Do you feel well informed about potential pension scams?Not really. It all seems to be very vague but then how do you stop fraudsters? I do think the government needs to do a lot more to stamp out these criminals.ViewDate:
27th Mar 2015Archiebald commented on:
How will you spend your private pension lump sum?I would probably buy a new car. My current one is a total heap and it would be nice to go faster than 60mph on motorways! I wouldn't have enough in my pension pot to sort out plastic surgery I am afraid...far too much work required!!!!ViewDate:
26th Mar 2015Archiebald commented on:
Who would you elect to be Prime Minister from our list of celebrity candidates?Its got to be Lord Sugar he is straightforward and straight talking unlike every politician I have ever heard talk! He also understands business and came from a poor background. He worked to get where he is unlike most politicians nowdays most of who have never done a days "proper" workViewDate:
25th Mar 2015Archiebald commented on:
Is Chris Evans a suitable replacement presenter for Top Gear?Think he is a great presenter and will do wellViewDate:
24th Mar 2015Archiebald commented on:
Are you feeling happier as you get older?Yes much much happier!. Don't worry like I used to when I was younger. I appreciate everything a lot more and especially as when we were young we were very poor. Life is good now-days and people forget what a great country the UK is with our NHS and freedom of speech etc. Great to be alive!ViewDate:
23rd Mar 2015Archiebald commented on:
What will the Green Party do for you?I like the idea of the Green Party. We should all get on the environmental platform asap or we will destroy the planet.ViewDate:
19th Mar 2015Archiebald commented on:
What makes a good leader?Got to be Winston Churchill...Nelson... Jesus... Henry VViewDate:
19th Mar 2015Archiebald commented on:
Has the budget helped you?I am not sure really to be honest. I don't have much savings but guess the new tax free allowance will help me. The duty on alcohol etc is always so small..a penny here or there they may as well not bother. All I care about is the economy actually looks stable and according to all the polls UK Ltd seems to be a lot stronger than most other leading countries in Europe at least.ViewDate:
19th Mar 2015Archiebald commented on:
How do you like the design of the new £1 coin?The new £1 coin looks great...a new version of the 3 penny bit from years & years ago. It is such a distinctive shape. Bit of nostalgia and quirky which is what its all about living in the UK!!!ViewDate:
13th Mar 2015Archiebald commented on:
Should Jeremy Clarkson be sacked or reinstated?He was asking for steak at 10 pm at night and rejected the cheeseboard!ViewDate:
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13th Mar 2015Archiebald commented on:
Should Jeremy Clarkson be sacked or reinstated?He is a classic but seems like he went crazy as they didn't have a steak for him to eat and instead offered cheese platter in a top class hotel.........sounds to me like a first world problem Jeremy!ViewDate:
11th Mar 2015Archiebald commented on:
Should Jeremy Clarkson be sacked or reinstated?I think the BBC have gone mad! Jeremy is their biggest star and they treat him like a little boy. He is 54 for goodness sake and a typical bloke which is why the Top Gear programme appeals so much! Give him a quiet telling off and get on with the programme. Its probably all a big PR set up anyway!!!ViewDate:
6th Mar 2015Archiebald commented on:
Should pension tax relief be cut to fund reduced university fees?Totally agree with this. education for UK students should be free...especially for less well off kidsViewDate:
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6th Mar 2015Archiebald commented on:
Older voters to be guaranteed free bus passes and TV licences!I agree the profits the energy companies and those like the water companies are excessive. They need to spend profits on new infrastructure and also new energy sources. When the water companies were privatised the existing top management had their salaries increased multiple times.....how can that be right???ViewDate:
6th Mar 2015Archiebald commented on:
What style party leader TV debate would you like to see?Yes I think Clegg was the most eloquent at those last debates especially the first one. He took the other leaders by surprise. Problem is he has been hopeless since then. All waffle and no substance!ViewDate:
6th Mar 2015Archiebald commented on:
Would you like to become a spy?The UK security services seek to protect the public from terrorism etc. Its a hugely important job.ViewDate:
6th Mar 2015Archiebald commented on:
Older voters to be guaranteed free bus passes and TV licences!I think the government needs to think about reducing the pension age not putting it up. By the time you get to my age most people have had enough of working full time and need a rest and look to other pursuits & hobbies. part time work is fine and at our age we all have a lot to offer with all our experience. The government needs to think about that. How about an apprenticeship scheme using "Silversurfers" helping youngsters learn different trades and jobs?ViewDate:
5th Mar 2015Archiebald commented on:
10 of the best castles and palaces in BritainTotally agree-Caernarfon Castle is absolutely beautiful...I spent an afternoon there some years ago and it is a stunning place to visitViewDate:
5th Mar 2015Archiebald commented on:
Why over 50s make great entrepreneursMost people in their 50s are at the height of knowledge and intelligence!ViewDate:
5th Mar 2015Archiebald commented on:
What style party leader TV debate would you like to see?I think it should definitely be all 7 parties together. We need a debate to let the public decide who they should vote for and which is their favourite party. What's Cameron worried about if the country is doing so well he should be 100% behind getting up and telling everyone about it. Also why should it just be him and Miliband in a debate...we want to see what the other parties have got to say like the SNP, Greens and UKIP Come on Cameron this is a democracy for goodness sake...get up on your soapbox and get a debate going!!! -
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