John Bates

Only here to annoy.

[John Bates @JugglerJohn]

@SpringFord14 @Feargal_Sharkey @EnvAgency @Ofwat It is owned by foreign countries and that's the problem. Canada, China, the UAE, The Netherlands, etc. Allegedly, more than 90% of English water companies are owned by international investors, private equity funds, and banks.

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@Chris_Pinot @thornbridge Seconded!

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@johnnyd_ee An interesting take on this. I was talking to someone senior in the PO. Their take - dvB was too loyal but too naive to realise she was being manipulated into dark corners by the likes of Vennells. Apparently, Vennells will try crucifying dvB on Monday, but they both deserve it.

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@CharlotteS98194 I will keep who I am voting for to myself. That is what a secret ballot is all about.

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@CharlotteS98194 When it comes to political achievement, KS has not even achieved potty training standards, never mind achieving more than any other politician. Before he can run, he needs to learn to walk. Before he can walk, he needs to learn to stand on his own two feet. Watch this space.

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@fylderugby Outstanding!

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@englandcricket A man walks into a pub. He has a newt on his shoulder. He says to the barman," A pint for me and (pointing to the newt) a whisky for Tiny". The barman asks, "Why do you call it Tiny?" The man replies, "Because he's my newt. "

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@fylderugby As the old saying goes, to win, you have to play the full 80 minutes. Well done, Fylde. A good away win.

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@DAThetford Scene 1 Act 1, the Pearly Gates.
St . Peter, "Name?"
Capt. Mainwaring, "Don't tell him, Pike!"

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@Loriagne2 I think the figures of 363K views compared with 7116 likes just about sums up what most people think.

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@NadineDorries @PaulBrandITV "Physician, physician, heal thine own limp!"

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@FlowersEnglish I think you need to widen your circle of acquaintances. Or maybe your acquaintances just say they are voting 'Reform' for a bit of peace and quiet.

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@MissyStephx Yes. I cook, I clean, I wash dishes, I sew, I wash clothes, I make beds, I change bedding, I wash bedding. I was brought up to do anything a woman can do and more. Except, of course, have babies. I am not a parent. I am happily married. My wife is female. I am not offended.

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@iantheCROAT Impossible to say but:
1) Strawberry Fields Forever
2) A Day in the Life
3) In My Life
4) Blackbird
5) While My Guitar Gently Weeps.
Do you want to know a secret. Yesterday, I should have known better, but the things we said today, tomorrow never knows.

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@Mopar_Logic This is a question I often ask myself, especially in supermarket carparks. They back in and then find they can't access their boots because they are too close to the car behind, or a wall, or a fence, so then struggle to pack their shopping. Or am I overthinking this?

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@Livefreak01 Bob Marley and the Wailers, Live!

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@redeye333399 @NickTayNorfolk So, a job he pays himself a lot of money to do. When I worked, I provided a service that helped thousands of people not only to stay in a job but to help develop their working prospects. I paid myself a good living wage, so I didn't need a knighthood.

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@guy_malyon @darrengrimes It is a little known fact that those who use the phrase 'it's a little known fact' are those who think that by using the phrase, 'it's a little know fact' gives their opinion some basis in truth when, in fact, all they are doing is talking bollocks, just like the rest of us.

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@lancecheek If nothing else, it certainly reflects how banal the world's taste in music is. Quite depressing. If I had to choose one, it would be the White Album.

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@FyldeFan @fylderugby Can I say a big thank you to those responsible for the social media platforms. I am no longer living in the area, so social media is the only contact I have, especially on match day. Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to all involved. Already looking forward to 2024.