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And whilst I have some sympathy for your argument suggesting existing criminal procedures are enough to curb the worst excesses of the press, it does not adequately address the various issues not covered by criminal proceedings. For example in the Jeffries case I think only a couple of papers faced criminal proceedings, leaving Jeffries to pursue civil action against the others. Sadly for many individuals the option of taking these big corporations to court in civil cases is beyond them, and the press know this only too well. Plus of course the existing criminal laws have not stopped a plethora of abuses (do those laws need toughening, do the CPS and Police need more support, do sections of the press think they are above the law, is getting caught a small price to pay???).

And whilst I have some sympathy for your argument suggesting existing criminal procedures are enough to curb the worst excesses of the press, it does not adequately address the various issues not covered by criminal proceedings. For example in the Jeffries case I think only a couple of papers faced criminal proceedings, leaving Jeffries to pursue civil action against the others. Sadly for many individuals the option of taking these big corporations to court in civil cases is beyond them, and the press know this only too well. Plus of course the existing criminal laws have not stopped a plethora of abuses (do those laws need toughening, do the CPS and Police need more support, do sections of the press think they are above the law, is getting caught a small price to pay???).

Scandalous decision and someones head should roll. Not Gove's biggest fan but his recent speech on adoption, social workers, courts and addressing the failings of the current system was on the money. PS didn't Dangerous Dave label UKIP as fruitcakes and racists not long ago??? Seems as though our PM is n the same wavelength as some dinlos join Rotherham!

They were always Scummers - its a universal term for your rivals used throughout the leagues. (and no need to embarrass ourselves by making up a cringeable story about how SCUM is really an acronym for Solent Confederation of Unemployed Men who stole So'ton jobs, or some other girly fable LMFAO). Think the reason its hazy, is that for 20 years after that game we only played them 2 or 3 times and once again they just slipped off the radar, languishing in the lower leagues whilst we got stuck in to playing with the big boys. We weren't really bothered about them. Which is why 84 was such a big game, as for the previous 20 years we only managed 4 derbies as they were just so awful (and just like now, were regularly having financial troubles). In the last 50 years, alart from the brief 2005-2011 period, they were never in our league (in more ways than one). And given their current state, this may be true for another 50 years!

Dont confuse the heroic struggle for democracy and enfranchisement with the debacle we saw yesterday. That was an embarrassment to those who fought that struggle with honour and dignity. As Mark Easton so eruditely points out the electorate felt there was no democratic deficit here that needed correcting. And people can indeed change, but what is different is the describing yourself as an Independent and people believing you truly are independent, when in truth you have been a part of the political establishment.

So the independent candidate who will represent Southamptonshire secured a whopping 3% of the electorate's support. Plus of course despite the tag, he's not actually that independent given he has been a Conservative politician throughout his political career. No mandate

I see no solution, just a continuation of what we have seen for decades. Whether it just rumbles along or whether it literally blows up in to something massive, God only knows!!!

An appalling policy, appallingly implemented and quite rightly snubbed by the electorate. Not wanted and not necessary. The first PCC got 5% of the vote!!!!!!!! That is no mandate and an insult to our democracy. The regions overwhelmingly voted against an elected mayor, and this snub should be seen as a clear rejection of this crass policy.

I think you're right, in that to many it is more than just a club, it's their Club (excusing the obvious fact they don't actually own it!) , a cornerstone of their community, something that has a history of over 125 years, something that generations of their family have supported (and occasionally criticised) and something that's dear to their heart. You only have to see the fantastic outreach of The Saints Foundation in challenged parts of the City to see the impact it has on the local community and of course how do you quantify the feel good factor of recent promotions. It's probably the highest profile organisation this City has and something many people feel an integral part of, so there's always going to be interest in much more than what's happening on the pitch. It's always been that way, and our history is littered with events when supporters have voiced their displeasure at players, managers & owners. It's nothing new.

Really??? I thought that tickets are allowed to be transferable, as long as not for profit (mate has tickets In company name and takes different customers each week, another shares a ticket with a friend alternating games, and others pass on if they can't make the game). Im sure you can refer to section 4.7a of the season ticket charter where it states they are for sole individual use, but as an ex accountant, I would use the term, substance over form. It happens, we know it happens, there's nothing wrong with it happening, (unless of course it's part of a bigger btichfest). And that's not taking one side or the other in this immature battle of egos, just suggesting that the application of your "dont see what's wrong with that" has everything wrong with it if you can't pass a ticket on to a mate when you can't make a game.

When the General speaks, I would suggest you all listen. The very fact these people are now whining about his response tells me all I need to know about them. If you're going to give someone stick then don't get all shy and retiring when you get some back

I really like these kind of stories. Fair play to him

Warner Lambert?? up Eastleigh way?? Remember all of the above on my list plus WL taking part in an It's a Knockout up at Delcos ground, with all the props and challenge things (inc huge swimming pools, frames, carousels etc) having been built by the various apprentices of those companies in their respective workshops. Was a fantastic day, with thousands coming to watch. A real community spirit, unthinkable now.

STC Pirelli Fords AC Delcos Mullards Vospers BAT had a connection with them all

LOL very, very good. Certainly liked the sponsor comments. D Milliband not sponsoring being the funniest. (although the dig at the £2m house is a tad lame. In the same vein, I had a run in with the bloke from the TPA on twitter who was ranting about Mark Sewotka's fat cat salary - £90k. £90k is not even close to being a fat cat and those type of digs suggest a weak argument).

You have a PM

Almost. Not doing nappies yet, but fack me it's been hard work (and no sleep)!!!!!

Thanks for the replies fellas, most appreciated. Sorry about the delay in replying, had my hands full with other stuff!!!!

Bought a house with a kitchen that can best be described as "interesting". Looks as though we have sorted units, appliances etc, but now need someone to fit it (and sort out tiling, bit of electrics, plumbing sink etc). More than happy to rip out the old stuff, sort out skimming of walls/ceiling and put the units together, but would prefer to get someone in to fit the stuff. Anyone out there do this, or know someone who would be up for it???? CHEERS

When Kevin Bond was here or just after he'd finished didnt John Bond used to run a greasy spoon cafe/caravan thing down on Nursling Industrial Estate???? With moving house today and missus due to give birth next week I have to confess my brain is a it addled, but absolutely positive he used to run it. RIP John Bond

A fan on the board would have got you one!

Put something on Twitter about this last night. I thought their applause for Petrov was a decent gesture and hope it gives the fella some support during these tough times. However, I only realised it was about Petrov after the event and confirmed it when I got home and someone mentioned it on Twitter. No one else around us (all regular football fans, inc a local MP no less!!!) seemed to know at the time what it was for, nor that there was a three line whip for us to join in!!!!! Therefore all the faux outrage and grief for us failing to support it meant that for me it tarnished what should have been a decent gesture from their fans.

Hang on, what's the blue sign up the side say??? Is it Cafe Sol???DeffO Bar Med but was there a Cafe Sol in the branding as well???

Thanks one and all, Bar Med it is then. Can remember a star/compass/sun on the floor and also they sold curly chips!!! Went to another in Bournemouth as well.

We came up with Bar Med, but then talked ourselves out of it saying that was the name for the downstairs of Jongleurs. We're we wrong???