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Ahem ... let’s not go there, eh?
ISTR a fair few 2/3/4* Military get State Honours too ... as do cricketers, footballers and Media luvvies. The system is what it is, with all the imperfections of a human-invented pecking order, which is why my MBE didn’t arrive in the post.
ISTR a fair few 2/3/4* Military get State Honours too ... as do cricketers, footballers and Media luvvies. The system is what it is, with all the imperfections of a human-invented pecking order, which is why my MBE didn’t arrive in the post.
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I look upon it as you give the likes of Seb Coe a knighthood and later a Lordship for running at the peak of his physical fitness whilst being well paid for it..... The same goes for cricketers, rowers, athletes, footballers etc..
Now weigh that against someone at the opposite end of the spectrum who has taken on this task for no reward to himself, but in the hope that he can help those that need our support at this time of crisis..
Now which is the better man / woman. I know my choice.
Now weigh that against someone at the opposite end of the spectrum who has taken on this task for no reward to himself, but in the hope that he can help those that need our support at this time of crisis..
Now which is the better man / woman. I know my choice.
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I look upon it as you give the likes of Seb Coe a knighthood and later a Lordship for running at the peak of his physical fitness whilst being well paid for it..... The same goes for cricketers, rowers, athletes, footballers etc..
Now weigh that against someone at the opposite end of the spectrum who has taken on this task for no reward to himself, but in the hope that he can help those that need our support at this time of crisis..
Now which is the better man / woman. I know my choice.
Now weigh that against someone at the opposite end of the spectrum who has taken on this task for no reward to himself, but in the hope that he can help those that need our support at this time of crisis..
Now which is the better man / woman. I know my choice.
Ahem ... let’s not go there, eh?
ISTR a fair few 2/3/4* Military get State Honours too ... as do cricketers, footballers and Media luvvies. The system is what it is, with all the imperfections of a human-invented pecking order, which is why my MBE didn’t arrive in the post.
ISTR a fair few 2/3/4* Military get State Honours too ... as do cricketers, footballers and Media luvvies. The system is what it is, with all the imperfections of a human-invented pecking order, which is why my MBE didn’t arrive in the post.
Mine neither............ and me a (reasonably) regular tax payer 'n all...........
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Over 30 million now, 
Total raised. £25,419,820.55. + £4,820,081.36 Gift Aid
Total raised. £25,419,820.55. + £4,820,081.36 Gift Aid
A Knighthood for "political services" (ie financing a political party) costs around £ 5 mm I understand
So maybe we give Tom a K with 5 bars...................
So maybe we give Tom a K with 5 bars...................
There will probably be a K for whoever thought up the self funding green ‘carers’ badge (£8:99?) and one for Gary Lineker for donating a couple of weeks inflated Beeb wages....
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Perhaps a knighthood is not appropriate for a man of such advanced years when something a bit more permanent is needed. Why not name the hospital where he had his hip surgery after him? After all - it was because of his treatment at this hospital that he started his money raising campaign. "Captain Tom's" has a good ring to it!
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Telegraph reports that Peter Monk hopes to be permitted to give Tom Moore a Spitfire birthday flyby on 30th April and a ride in a two seater later in the year when things calm down.
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I like Wensleydale's idea too. 
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32 Million so far..
Total raised £26,963,200.49 + £5,113,092.03 Gift Aid
Total raised £26,963,200.49 + £5,113,092.03 Gift Aid
Ecce Homo! Loquitur...
https://www.express.co.uk/news/uk/12...om-moore-birth
Queen prepares special birthday tribute to heroic Captain Tom Moore - 'Will be emotional'
The 99-year-old has nearly raised £30million for the NHS by walking laps of his garden in Bedfordshire garden. Captain Tom Moore will also be honoured with an RAF flypast, as well as receiving a personalised telegram from the Queen to mark his 100th birthday.
Producers at BBC Breakfast have worked alongside Buckingham Palace to organise the celebrations to mark the war hero's big day on Thursday.Tom - who currently holds the UK No1 single, for his joint song with Michael Ball and NHS heroes - will have the entire programme dedicated to his life and achievements.
The team at BBC Breakfast have been working closely with the palace, organising the telegram in time for the morning broadcast, which they hope will come with a special message from Her Majesty. They have also been working hard on organising a fly past which will honour Tom's service to the country throughout his life.
A TV insider told The Sun: “It's going to be a really emotional day and they want to make it as memorable as possible for Tom by way of thanks for all he has done. They're lining up lots of surprises for him too. What Tom has achieved is the most incredible feat and the whole show will be dedicated to Tom and his special day.”
Richard Frediani, editor of BBC Breakfast, said plans still need to be confirmed, adding: “Having followed Captain Tom's incredible story from the start the UK's most watched morning show will make sure the nation can safely come together to celebrate Captain Tom's 100th birthday on Thursday morning on BBC Breakfast.”......
Queen prepares special birthday tribute to heroic Captain Tom Moore - 'Will be emotional'
The 99-year-old has nearly raised £30million for the NHS by walking laps of his garden in Bedfordshire garden. Captain Tom Moore will also be honoured with an RAF flypast, as well as receiving a personalised telegram from the Queen to mark his 100th birthday.
Producers at BBC Breakfast have worked alongside Buckingham Palace to organise the celebrations to mark the war hero's big day on Thursday.Tom - who currently holds the UK No1 single, for his joint song with Michael Ball and NHS heroes - will have the entire programme dedicated to his life and achievements.
The team at BBC Breakfast have been working closely with the palace, organising the telegram in time for the morning broadcast, which they hope will come with a special message from Her Majesty. They have also been working hard on organising a fly past which will honour Tom's service to the country throughout his life.
A TV insider told The Sun: “It's going to be a really emotional day and they want to make it as memorable as possible for Tom by way of thanks for all he has done. They're lining up lots of surprises for him too. What Tom has achieved is the most incredible feat and the whole show will be dedicated to Tom and his special day.”
Richard Frediani, editor of BBC Breakfast, said plans still need to be confirmed, adding: “Having followed Captain Tom's incredible story from the start the UK's most watched morning show will make sure the nation can safely come together to celebrate Captain Tom's 100th birthday on Thursday morning on BBC Breakfast.”......
The honours system is always a bit of a mixed bag... https://www.theguardian.com/politics...s-hairdressing
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The honours system is always a bit of a mixed bag... https://www.theguardian.com/politics...s-hairdressing
Delighted to see that he is to be honoured by an RAF flypast.
Good call decision makers.
Good call decision makers.