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Irene88's latest comments
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8th Oct 2023
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Do you support the delay to the 2030 ban on sales of new petrol and diesel cars?Bus service so bad we need cars to exist try doing a shop with a bus that runs once an hour! I can do a months shopping in one trip in under an hour and fit in other things as well.ViewDate:
8th Oct 2023 Irene88 commented on:
Do you agree with the decision to axe HS2 northern leg?It was a stupid idea in 1st place and has caused so much disruption and destruction for so many. Just improve the existing lines would have been much cheaper. So I could have got to London 10 minutes quicker! illogical. Time we had people with common sense to make these decisions but I won't hold my breath while waiting.ViewDate:
8th Oct 2023 Irene88 commented on:
Win ONE of FIVE Dairy Diary Sets & Four Seasons BundlesDidn't know they still did Dairy Diaries!ViewDate:
6th May 2022 Irene88 commented on:
Are you concerned with the safety of self-driving cars?I wouldn't feel safe. Besides which I love driving.ViewDate:
6th May 2022 Irene88 commented on:
Are you or your community planning a Platinum Jubilee celebration?There are more important things to worry about in our society at present. Like how many people of our age are going to cope with rising prices!ViewDate:
6th May 2022 Irene88 commented on:
Do you ask guests to take their shoes off in your house?No, As a dog owner I don't feel there is a need. I don't have strong opinions on this one.ViewDate:
18th Feb 2022 Irene88 commented on:
Should the free prescription age in England be raised to 66?Totally disagree with this. However if it does happen I would advise everyone to go for prepaid prscriptions it saves a lot of money!ViewDate:
18th Feb 2022 Irene88 commented on:
Do you always follow 'use by' dates on food?I believe most people can tell whether food is safe to eat. If it smells odd or looks od it's out. Cut mould of cheese. I grew uo when no one had a fridge!ViewDate:
18th Feb 2022 Irene88 commented on:
Are you ready to stop mask-wearing?Don't think it is safe to go shopping without one.ViewDate:
6th Aug 2021
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21st May 2021 Irene88 commented on:
Win One of Five pairs of Dwarf Patio Buddleia plantsLove Buddleias, we planted 3 in our local park last week. A really good way to watch wildlife in actionas butterflies love them.ViewDate:
30th Apr 2021 Irene88 commented on:
Should historical statues remain in place?They are a constant reminder of our existence for wrong and right reasons. Removing a stuatue doesn't achieve anything. Keeping it mays us focus on what we as humans do.ViewDate:
30th Apr 2021 Irene88 commented on:
Would you consider NOT replacing your pet to save the planet?Quite sure that all gthe vdry many plants and trees in my garden more than make up for me having a dog. she also loves the garden. she's a rescue dog why would I get rid of her?ViewDate:
19th Feb 2021 Irene88 commented on:
Do you agree with prettifying dogs?Crazy idea. Dogs are for loving cuddling and walking. Mine doesn't even appreciate her waterproofs!ViewDate:
19th Feb 2021 Irene88 commented on:
Would you buy an orange flavoured Maltesers® Bunny?Chocolate orange, chocolate bunny - it's chocloate what's not to like.ViewDate:
19th Dec 2020 Irene88 commented on:
Should we pick chicken over turkey this Christmas?I'd rather have Roast beef but as My sister doesn't like it we are having the isual Turkey.ViewDate:
4th Dec 2020 Irene88 commented on:
Would you like it to snow at Christmas?It would be lovely, and an extra present to our dog who absolutely loves leaping about in it.ViewDate:
4th Dec 2020 Irene88 commented on:
Win a prize bundle from Kennedy Wild Bird Food Ltd worth £150There are a very large variety in our park and this wonder be wonderful for us. Our friends group would be able to have more feeding stations arround the park.ViewDate:
3rd Oct 2020 Irene88 commented on:
Will you be downloading the new tracing app today?My smart phone is too old to cope with it. But any restaurants I've been too I've given my contact details.ViewDate:
22nd Sep 2020 Irene88 commented on:
Would you have a fake lawn in your garden?I'm an avid gardener and love my lawn, weeds and all! I let the clover grow sas the bees love it. I'm lucky that my son usually mows it for me. On a hot day there's nothing better than cool grass on hot tired feet. I've seen artifical lawns and they do look smart. UNTIL the weeds start growing through them!ViewDate:
4th Sep 2020 Irene88 commented on:
Should parents be fined for not sending their children back to school?They have already missed almost 5 months of teaching. without taking into account the mental wellbeing whic is just as important as their education. My sister in law has been working in school throughout the lockdown with key workers children and that hasn't been a problem. Sometimes parents cause their children more stress than necessary.ViewDate:
4th Sep 2020 Irene88 commented on:
Would you be happy to have a drive-through flu jab this year?It may seem old fashioned but I know the staff at my GP and prefer to be jabbed by someone I know will do the job well and have time to answer any questions I have as they will havemy full medical records.ViewDate:
22nd Aug 2020 Irene88 commented on:
Are you a 'Silver Streamer'?Go online but no more than I did before lockdown and I don't shop online if I can help it. I have better things to do in life, but as I write a newsletter for the over50's in Sheffield I do collect a lot of useful information by email.ViewDate:
22nd Aug 2020 Irene88 commented on:
Do you enjoy seeing urban foxes?See them occasinally in our park even in daytime. Only problem I had when our dog rolled in fox poo. It's a unique aroma not to be wished on anyone but dogs love the scent!ViewDate:
25th Jul 2020 Irene88 commented on:
Do you prefer traditional books or audiobooks?I can get books, magazine etc online from my library but I'nver used it.. I love just being able to fit a few miniutes reading or just read when I want. I spend quite a bit of time each day on a computer the last thing I need is screeen when I want to relax and unwind. With my head in a book I'm in another world away from all the cares of life - even if it's only waiting for the kettle to boil or letting the washing machine finish it's last spin. A book in my hand anytime.ViewDate:
13th Jul 2020 Irene88 commented on:
Should wearing a face mask be compulsory in shops?I don't want to wear a mask as my glasses will steam up and I won't be able to see. I have tried this, within a minute my vision was being blocked.. It's because they fit so close to your face. I'm happy to wear a shield or scarf.ViewDate:
13th Jul 2020 Irene88 commented on:
Do you feel that freedom of speech is becoming restricted in the UK?Aren't we supposed to have frre speech in this country?ViewDate:
3rd Jul 2020 Irene88 commented on:
Has lockdown made you consider moving home?Lived in a big city all my life but this pandemic has made me feel more vulnerable. It's a debate of convenience over safety in more ways than one.ViewDate:
3rd Jul 2020 Irene88 commented on:
Will you be visiting your local pub this weekend?I would love to, BUT until I;ve seen how this is going to work I'll continue my tipple at home.ViewDate:
8th Jun 2020 Irene88 commented on:
Which do you miss not being open the most - your local pub or your hair salon?Thanks for the reply, it's amazing how people can have connections. I believe there was also a Scottish brewery called Tenants (one N) Not sire if this is true was a long time ago when I heard this. Prior to lockdown my friend and I went to the Fat Cat for Timothy Taylors and the Kelham Island Tavern for one of their many varied offerings. I prefer bitters whereas my friend orefers the blond beers. Have you tried the ales from Bradfield brewery it based just outside Sheffield. I can recommend them. In my younger days I would even drink tennants Gold Label! don't know if they make it now. Just hope all the little local breweries survive. Like you I'm dreaming of the day. Take Care.ViewDate:
7th Jun 2020 Irene88 commented on:
Which do you miss not being open the most - your local pub or your hair salon?He worked at Tennants in sheffield that later became part of Whitbreads. He first worked with the dray horses that pulled the wagons delivering beer back when it was in barrels. then went on to help drivers deliver all over the country. I mainly drink beer and wine. Prefer real ale, at moment I'm 'surviving' on Spitfire, Wainwrights, Boddingtons and Banks. Looking forward to a trip down Kelham Island in Sheffield soon.ViewDate:
5th Jun 2020 Irene88 commented on:
Would you be happy to visit a National Trust garden next week?Are they reducung the prices - many off these places are quite expensive.ViewDate:
5th Jun 2020 Irene88 commented on:
Which do you miss not being open the most - your local pub or your hair salon?Canned guiness! Only draught will do. But glad you enkoy it.ViewDate:
5th Jun 2020 Irene88 commented on:
Which do you miss not being open the most - your local pub or your hair salon?Miss going to the pub - not that I went often. Do like a drop of real Ale. know I can buy bottled but it's not the same as glass of the draught stuff. Perhaps it because my granddad worked at the local brewery.ViewDate:
5th Jun 2020 Irene88 commented on:
Will you download the tracing app when it becomes available?Don't use apps or data on my mobile. As the report says many people don't have access to a smartphone and those that do often don't know how to use it.ViewDate:
25th May 2020 Irene88 commented on:
Is it sensible to allow specified year groups back to school?My sister in law has worked in school all throughout the lockdown. No one has become ill. Her school reopens to reception, Year 1 and year 6 on 8th June - end of half term.
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