"He uses a cargo bike? That's a status symbol for rich people." "He uses a cargo bike? That's a sign he can't afford a car." People will mock bikes as a transport tool no matter what. But they're replacing short car/van/truck trips, and it's wonderful to behold.

Imagine a country wherein money allocated for a public transport infrastructure project in the northern provinces is rerouted to spend on potholes in the southern capital and the government brags about it. Under the banner of 'A Network North Project'.

'level up London'? It's the richest city in the nation, who does it need levelling up with? Dubai?

What Hamas did was monstrous. They must release the hostages. Immediately. What the Israel Defence Force is doing is monstrous. They must stop killing women, children, journalists and other civilians. Immediately. #CeaseFirelnGaza

Today I discovered a case of twelve half-bottles of Sauternes that I'd forgotten I had. That's like free dessert wine for Christmas. Yippee

The Post Office continues to punish its victims on a daily basis.

Doctor's in training are called 'medical students'. Junior doctors are qualified and many have many years of experience.

They're giving it to local councils because [checks notes] that is who is responsible for road repairs. Not the Mayor of London.

Right. Mind made up. Going to write to that nice Mr Gove and ask him how his new NPPF, and so-called planning reforms, do anything to make developers hereabouts actually build-out the SEVERAL THOUSAND homes they already have planning permission for.

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'No one I dislike should be entitled to legal representation' vibes.

I've done all my Xtmas shopping. I'm not designated return driver. I'm in a decent Harvey's pub with all the beers.

Guess what? They deleted it.

Right. Sat sitting here in my nightshirt watching this isn't getting the outdoor Xtmas lights put up, is it?

I look at contemporary motorbikes and conclude that design style peaked at Guzzi Le Mans II, V50 Monza, Morini 500 Sei and king of the castle BMW R100RS.

Six two, 16st, former lock forward, I may well be. Just made the first snowball of the season, nonetheless.

A very Merry Christmas to all our readers. See you on the other side.