Dollymarie Posted June 16, 2017 Report Share Posted June 16, 2017 http://beta.bcfc.co.uk/news/city-duo-receive-honours/ Steve Lansdown gets a CBE and Marina Dolman gets an MBE. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jerseybean Posted June 16, 2017 Report Share Posted June 16, 2017 Congratulations to Mr L and Mrs D, both are truly BCFC legends and we are so very lfortunate to benefit from their remarkable contributions. http://www.bcfc.co.uk/news/article/2016-17/honours-for-city-duo-3731147.aspx Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
reddoh Posted June 16, 2017 Report Share Posted June 16, 2017 5 minutes ago, Dollymarie said: http://beta.bcfc.co.uk/news/city-duo-receive-honours/ Steve Lansdown gets a CBE and Marina Dolman gets an MBE. Don't worry Dolly you should get one soon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dollymarie Posted June 16, 2017 Author Report Share Posted June 16, 2017 1 minute ago, reddoh said: Don't worry Dolly you should get one soon. For the love of god no. I get enough abuse as it is! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
reddoh Posted June 16, 2017 Report Share Posted June 16, 2017 Just now, Dollymarie said: For the love of god no. I get enough abuse as it is! you have the love of BT (not the phone people) and you do far more for people than most you would deserve it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blagdon Mike Posted June 16, 2017 Report Share Posted June 16, 2017 It's congratulations to Marina and Steve - valued members of the Bristol City community and for Bristol as a whole! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Silvio Dante Posted June 16, 2017 Report Share Posted June 16, 2017 I'm sorry if this is controversial (and I do appreciate and admire Steve and Marina for what they put in). But.... My BBC news alert concentrated on the posthumous honour for the copper who was killed at Westminster. Followed by two gents who fought against a maniac in Tunisia. Followed by Ed Sheeran. Dont get me wrong, I love the new AG that Steve has provided. I admire Marinas undying commitment. But seeing them two and Ed sodding Sheeran among real heroes just doesn't seem right. Just my twopenneth... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
reddoh Posted June 16, 2017 Report Share Posted June 16, 2017 4 minutes ago, Silvio Dante said: I'm sorry if this is controversial (and I do appreciate and admire Steve and Marina for what they put in). But.... My BBC news alert concentrated on the posthumous honour for the copper who was killed at Westminster. Followed by two gents who fought against a maniac in Tunisia. Followed by Ed Sheeran. Dont get me wrong, I love the new AG that Steve has provided. I admire Marinas undying commitment. But seeing them two and Ed sodding Sheeran among real heroes just doesn't seem right. Just my twopenneth... But isn't that just life? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HoldenBall Posted June 16, 2017 Report Share Posted June 16, 2017 6 minutes ago, Silvio Dante said: I'm sorry if this is controversial (and I do appreciate and admire Steve and Marina for what they put in). But.... My BBC news alert concentrated on the posthumous honour for the copper who was killed at Westminster. Followed by two gents who fought against a maniac in Tunisia. Followed by Ed Sheeran. Dont get me wrong, I love the new AG that Steve has provided. I admire Marinas undying commitment. But seeing them two and Ed sodding Sheeran among real heroes just doesn't seem right. Just my twopenneth... What's Tonys two pence, Sil? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Monkeh Posted June 16, 2017 Report Share Posted June 16, 2017 12 minutes ago, Silvio Dante said: I'm sorry if this is controversial (and I do appreciate and admire Steve and Marina for what they put in). But.... My BBC news alert concentrated on the posthumous honour for the copper who was killed at Westminster. Followed by two gents who fought against a maniac in Tunisia. Followed by Ed Sheeran. Dont get me wrong, I love the new AG that Steve has provided. I admire Marinas undying commitment. But seeing them two and Ed sodding Sheeran among real heroes just doesn't seem right. Just my twopenneth... It's well deserved for Steve that's a fact, the wealth and employment he and Hargreaves alone created for this country deserves it, lansdown will be a sir be for he goes to the great cider bar in the sky that's for sure Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eddie Hitler Posted June 16, 2017 Report Share Posted June 16, 2017 Genuinely pleased for both. Very well deserved. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rudolf Hucker Posted June 17, 2017 Report Share Posted June 17, 2017 1 hour ago, Silvio Dante said: I'm sorry if this is controversial (and I do appreciate and admire Steve and Marina for what they put in). But.... My BBC news alert concentrated on the posthumous honour for the copper who was killed at Westminster. Followed by two gents who fought against a maniac in Tunisia. Followed by Ed Sheeran. Dont get me wrong, I love the new AG that Steve has provided. I admire Marinas undying commitment. But seeing them two and Ed sodding Sheeran among real heroes just doesn't seem right. Just my twopenneth... I'm pleased for them all. Well, except Ed Sheeran. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chinapig Posted June 17, 2017 Report Share Posted June 17, 2017 3 hours ago, Dollymarie said: For the love of god no. I get enough abuse as it is! Dame Dolly has a certain ring to it though, don't you think? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TV Tom Posted June 17, 2017 Report Share Posted June 17, 2017 Time they did away with this outdated "honours" system just for people doing their jobs, if anyone deserves any sort of medal it's our emergency services Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redsontour Posted June 17, 2017 Report Share Posted June 17, 2017 I hope I am not being pedantic when I say your post contradicts itself? Surely, if you scrap honours for people "just doing their job" then aren't our emergency services "just doing their job"? On the subject of the awards here though, SL and HRH Marina, then my twopenneth is a) Steve should have received one earlier than his ex partner and b) Putting aside Marina's contribution to the football club, hers should say "for being the nicest person you will ever meet".... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BRISTOL86 Posted June 17, 2017 Report Share Posted June 17, 2017 7 hours ago, Silvio Dante said: I'm sorry if this is controversial (and I do appreciate and admire Steve and Marina for what they put in). But.... My BBC news alert concentrated on the posthumous honour for the copper who was killed at Westminster. Followed by two gents who fought against a maniac in Tunisia. Followed by Ed Sheeran. Dont get me wrong, I love the new AG that Steve has provided. I admire Marinas undying commitment. But seeing them two and Ed sodding Sheeran among real heroes just doesn't seem right. Just my twopenneth... Not sure I understand the point. Not everyone who contributes to society is a terrorist fighter. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Son of Fred Posted June 17, 2017 Report Share Posted June 17, 2017 1 hour ago, harrys said: Time they did away with this outdated "honours" system just for people doing their jobs, if anyone deserves any sort of medal it's our emergency services Couldn't agree more Harry-i see people every day with a clear view of absolute selflessness..these are the true backbone. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hampshire reds Posted June 17, 2017 Report Share Posted June 17, 2017 Woodsy did u not get anything from the Queen :laugh: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
View from the Dolman Posted June 17, 2017 Report Share Posted June 17, 2017 8 hours ago, Silvio Dante said: I'm sorry if this is controversial (and I do appreciate and admire Steve and Marina for what they put in). But.... My BBC news alert concentrated on the posthumous honour for the copper who was killed at Westminster. Followed by two gents who fought against a maniac in Tunisia. Followed by Ed Sheeran. Dont get me wrong, I love the new AG that Steve has provided. I admire Marinas undying commitment. But seeing them two and Ed sodding Sheeran among real heroes just doesn't seem right. Just my twopenneth... Surely that's why you get different ranks of honour? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mtimmy11 Posted June 17, 2017 Report Share Posted June 17, 2017 After the tower fire left over 100 family's homeless the queen lives round the corner with over250 spare bedrooms.He should of told her to shove it up her ass Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kiwicolin Posted June 17, 2017 Report Share Posted June 17, 2017 Congratulations to you both. Well deserved. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Red DNA Posted June 17, 2017 Report Share Posted June 17, 2017 2 hours ago, harrys said: Time they did away with this outdated "honours" system just for people doing their jobs, if anyone deserves any sort of medal it's our emergency services Aren't they also doing their jobs? That's not to detract from the fantastic work they've done recently, but it is their job and what they train for. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
westonred Posted June 17, 2017 Report Share Posted June 17, 2017 I hear the Queen has been practising her Curtsy for when she meets Marina Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dolman Pragmatist Posted June 17, 2017 Report Share Posted June 17, 2017 The whole system stinks and should be abolished. What makes someone like Billy Connolly deserving of a knighthood? What does the often repeated 'for services to charity' mean? Usually rich people who go to dinners and add their name to causes, not the people who donate their hard-earned money. It's a system that creates a hierarchy in which some people, usually through wealth and privilege, are deemed to be better than others. By all means reward bravery, but the handing out of titles to the privileged and to political cronies sickens me. just my pennyworth, you understand... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Welcome To The Jungle Posted June 17, 2017 Report Share Posted June 17, 2017 So if the last few weeks have shown us anything it's that our public services are grossly underfunded. Meanwhile Steve Lansdown gets a CBE for what? Services to tax dodging? I appreciate his company has made more tax revenue for the UK than I could ever dream of but that doesn't mean he should deserve the wangle himself a tax break. He has more money than most of us could dream of and if he paid his taxes he'd still have more money than most of us could dream of. He'd hardly suffer would he? Some may say it is 'harsh' or 'not illegal' but we have nurses queuing a food banks to feed their families...I think SL should pay up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Son of Fred Posted June 17, 2017 Report Share Posted June 17, 2017 16 minutes ago, The Dolman Pragmatist said: The whole system stinks and should be abolished. What makes someone like Billy Connolly deserving of a knighthood? What does the often repeated 'for services to charity' mean? Usually rich people who go to dinners and add their name to causes, not the people who donate their hard-earned money. It's a system that creates a hierarchy in which some people, usually through wealth and privilege, are deemed to be better than others. By all means reward bravery, but the handing out of titles to the privileged and to political cronies sickens me. just my pennyworth, you understand... Well said sir.... The sycophantism here is already making me queesy.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bristol Rob Posted June 17, 2017 Report Share Posted June 17, 2017 7 minutes ago, Welcome To The Jungle said: So if the last few weeks have shown us anything it's that our public services are grossly underfunded. Meanwhile Steve Lansdown gets a CBE for what? Services to tax dodging? I appreciate his company has made more tax revenue for the UK than I could ever dream of but that doesn't mean he should deserve the wangle himself a tax break. He has more money than most of us could dream of and if he paid his taxes he'd still have more money than most of us could dream of. He'd hardly suffer would he? Some may say it is 'harsh' or 'not illegal' but we have nurses queuing a food banks to feed their families...I think SL should pay up. Be fair. His company is still UK registered and subject to taxation, and he pays the correct tax for the part of the world he lives in. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spoons Posted June 17, 2017 Report Share Posted June 17, 2017 11 minutes ago, Welcome To The Jungle said: So if the last few weeks have shown us anything it's that our public services are grossly underfunded. Meanwhile Steve Lansdown gets a CBE for what? Services to tax dodging? I appreciate his company has made more tax revenue for the UK than I could ever dream of but that doesn't mean he should deserve the wangle himself a tax break. He has more money than most of us could dream of and if he paid his taxes he'd still have more money than most of us could dream of. He'd hardly suffer would he? Some may say it is 'harsh' or 'not illegal' but we have nurses queuing a food banks to feed their families...I think SL should pay up. You have a very low understanding of Hargreaves and landsown if you think all they do is ' tax dodging'! Regarding SL ' tax break' , it's not a break it's permanent. That mean he's not allowed to use any of the services that we use through our tax payments. Also he's only allowed to enter the UK 224 days a year due to him living in Guernsey . Living in Guernsey is obviously attractive as a tax haven but also it's a lovely part of the world where he can go about his business unnoticed like he would in the uk. He fully deserves his cbe. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RedRock Posted June 17, 2017 Report Share Posted June 17, 2017 No problem with 'gongs' for people who are the best in their profession, top charity fund raisers, undertaken heroic deeds. On that basis, have no problem with SL, indeed, richly deserved and somewhat belated. However, think he should have been made a 'sir' based on his achievements. Those who get them for political undertakings just tarnish and devalue honours for them to become almost meaningless. The guy who mis-managed the EU campaign gets a knighthood from his mate Cameroon. Just appalling and he should've said no, mindful of the impact on those who earned their well-deserved honour. A shameless scumbag. ...and just to balance things out politically, didn't Howard Wilson give a gong to his housekeeper .... for doing housekeeping? Just a joke and brings the whole system into disrepute. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Northern Red Posted June 17, 2017 Report Share Posted June 17, 2017 22 minutes ago, Robert the bruce said: Well said sir.... The sycophantism here is already making me queesy.. You could always choose not to read it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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