Two-lane Posted January 2, 2023 Share Posted January 2, 2023 8 minutes ago, Boo Gay'n said: Here we go again... https://gef.im/2023/01/02/skellys-neighbours-cameo/ Perhaps the "keynote addresses " could be videoed and published on YouTube, then we could all have a greater "understanding of parliamentary democracy," - without the need to fly half-way round the planet. Well, there goes my New Year resolution about sarcasm and cynicism. That didn't take long. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Banker Posted January 2, 2023 Share Posted January 2, 2023 3 minutes ago, The Voice of Reason said: As Speaker is it not appropriate that he attends the annual Conference of Speakers and Presiding Officers of the Commonwealth? Why must we always be so cynical ? As for the comedic value of the article, cameo in Neighbours, love triangle, fist fights etc, it’s just puerile As President he should probably go but why does King the clerk have to go? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
finlo Posted January 2, 2023 Share Posted January 2, 2023 Just now, Banker said: As President he should probably go but why does King the clerk have to go? Nothing like a bit of sunshine in midwinter. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2112 Posted January 2, 2023 Share Posted January 2, 2023 (edited) 1 hour ago, Banker said: As President he should probably go but why does King the clerk have to go? To hold his hand and ensure he doesn’t embarrass the island. Will he wear that garish and tacky El Presidente robe? Edited January 2, 2023 by 2112 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Holte End Posted January 2, 2023 Share Posted January 2, 2023 https://www.manxradio.com/news/isle-of-man-news/tynwald-president-urges-politicians-to-reflect-on-cost-of-living-crisis/ "But Mr Skelly says it's important members use this time to think about others:" While sitting on the other side of the world drinking a pina colada in the sun, paid for by the people he be thinking of. 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shake me up Judy Posted January 2, 2023 Share Posted January 2, 2023 You could almost mistake him for Skippy in that wig and robe... 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Omobono Posted January 2, 2023 Share Posted January 2, 2023 time all these jollies were reviewed , and given the advances in technology and on line conferencing , there will be a CPA conference in the commonwealth somewhere this year , one for the small countries , one for the women parliamentarians , one for the speakers , plus all the other side shows and workshops they manage to attend , time to cut the cloth accordingly a bit , and lead by example ! 2 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Banker Posted January 2, 2023 Share Posted January 2, 2023 4 minutes ago, Omobono said: time all these jollies were reviewed , and given the advances in technology and on line conferencing , there will be a CPA conference in the commonwealth somewhere this year , one for the small countries , one for the women parliamentarians , one for the speakers , plus all the other side shows and workshops they manage to attend , time to cut the cloth accordingly a bit , and lead by example ! CPA conference this year is Ghana , cheap place to get to for the dozen or so we’ll send Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roger Mexico Posted January 2, 2023 Share Posted January 2, 2023 1 hour ago, 2112 said: Will he wear that garish and tacky El Presidente robe? Judging by photos of previous events (eg this from the Seychelles, when both Rodan and Watterson went): Full drag seems to be a requirement. Though few will be as noticeable as Skelly. I suppose we must be grateful that we're not sending Watterson as well. 1 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gladys Posted January 2, 2023 Share Posted January 2, 2023 Why are the wigs and 18th century (?) robes adopted as ceremonial garb? Wouldn't it be more appropriate to dress up like vikings who, after all, were the initiators of Tynwald and it would be more reflective of the historical origins? 1 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Two-lane Posted January 2, 2023 Share Posted January 2, 2023 18 minutes ago, Gladys said: Wouldn't it be more appropriate to dress up like vikings A pointy tin helmet and sheepskin underpants? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gladys Posted January 2, 2023 Share Posted January 2, 2023 3 minutes ago, Two-lane said: A pointy tin helmet and sheepskin underpants? That would be great! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
asitis Posted January 2, 2023 Share Posted January 2, 2023 4 minutes ago, Two-lane said: A pointy tin helmet and sheepskin underpants? A large rubber phallus as an overcoat perhaps ? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A fool and his money..... Posted January 2, 2023 Author Share Posted January 2, 2023 4 hours ago, Two-lane said: Perhaps the "keynote addresses " could be videoed and published on YouTube, then we could all have a greater "understanding of parliamentary democracy," - without the need to fly half-way round the planet. What climate emergency? 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shake me up Judy Posted January 2, 2023 Share Posted January 2, 2023 Sheepskin underpants can be very itchy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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