There are some interesting news items this morning (apart from the no 10 bully).
First, Wilt had to vomit after hearing Ed Ferkin Balls on the radio “spinning” nonsense on sex education. It’s a shame his father/mother failed to use appropriate contraception.
Anyway, it seems Haringey are going to get a improved bill of health as according to Ofsted, those lovely people who first lose files then remarkably discover them again (Sharon Shoesmith) as distinct from a file which they never heard of (Mrs C).
See the article here: http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/education/8529249.stm
We are still waiting on the High Court to determine the Shoesmith case – we still predict she will win it and thereafter the GSCC cases against other Haringey staff will fail.
Meanwhile Cafcass are still hitting the headlines here: http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/education/8528239.stm and our friends at Wall have this perspective http://wallofbrick.wordpress.com/ and as usual insightful on this issue.
Things aint going to get better soon! One of these days I will give my overview of Cafcass and its roots & recent history. In the mean time things are not looking good for children in Court proceedings for reasons beyond their control – it worked fine when the Probation Service ran the then GaL service.
Regrettably the Children Act 1989, well intentioned, fucked up big time by creating a “charter” for lawyers and some irresponsible and professionally dangerous and unaccountable Guardians (Children’s Guardians) – not as it intended a cross party “charter” for children.
Hence the creation of Cafcass – a similar disaster to creating the GSCC!
Personally I would dismantle both and start again. Both have damaged the social care profession.
And then there is this broadband tax! This is the greatest nonsense invented by some TWAT in Whitehall.
Wilt has the fastest (non-commercial) broadband connection yet available – and you know he had to pay for it, out of his pocket. Personally I find it worth it, others would say I was mad paying out hard earned cash for the benefit.
The BBC article is here: http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/technology/8529015.stm
The Government position:
“Our analysis shows that without intervention, the market will only reach up to 70% of the country, so it's vital we act now to ensure no area is left behind," said a spokesman.
"The 50p duty we have proposed is modest, fair and affordable and is the best way to drive further investment in our networks."
The MPs Committee position:
It [Business Innovation and Skills Committee] also said that it was concerned that government intervention in delivering ultra-fast speeds - known as Next Generation Access - would distort the market and that there was little demand for such services, said the BBC report. It added the Committee said:
"We think the market can be trusted to deliver faster speeds," committee chairman Peter Luff told BBC News.
"The real priority should be the universal service obligation and the whole effort to increase digital inclusion."
Let the market decide, I say. If you need it – pay for it yourself. Do not come to me for a sub.
In the mean time Guido Fawkes http://order-order.com/ has observed on the bully story here http://order-order.com/2010/02/22/have-you-dodged-a-nokia/
and further here: http://order-order.com/2010/02/22/mandys-porky/ and here:
http://order-order.com/2010/02/23/anger-management/
Ah well, on with work.
Wilt
Dear Wilt
ReplyDeleteI was recently going through some paperwork in one of those fancy coffee shops in Leamington Spa. I ordered a skinny latte and guess what, they brought me a full cream cappuccino instead. So in the best traditions of a certain resident of Leamington Spa, I filled in a complaints form and asked James Plaskett M.P. to bring the matter up in The House of Commons. Later the same day, I was showing the Chief Executive of a Local Authority some paper work and she said to me, Doctor, would you like a hob nob with your tea. I said that would be lovely and guess what, they brought me an ‘own brand’ chocolate digestive instead. So once again in the best traditions of a certain resident of Leamington Spa, I filled in a complaints form and asked James Plaskett M.P.to bring the matter up in The House of Commons.
This morning the Post Man arrived with a whole bundle of F.O.I Disclosures for me. One of the envelopes from a certain Local Authority, was incorrectly stamped and guess what, I had to pay the surplus charge. So naturally, in keeping with the best traditions of a certain resident of Leamington Spa, I filled in a complaints form and asked James Plaskett M.P. to bring the matter up in The House of Commons.
So why am I telling you all of this? Well, I have a problem. Its my stapler. I just can not get the right size staples to fit it. I have of course filled in the complaints form and James Plaskett will be asked to take the matter up in The House of Commons.
But in the mean time, could Mrs C make some calls and send some e-mails. She could contact all police officers and Government Agencies she has on her contact list. She could ask that they take immediate action on the issue of my stapler. After all, Mrs C is of the view that any concern she has is of immediate and pressing concern to them.
Oh, the paper work I was reading in the coffee shop was the minutes of a meeting held between CSCI, Judy Downey and James Plaskett. The paper work I was showing the Chief Executive was the Fisher Report and all the private correspondence that flowed from that report.
Now where is the cellotape—if only Mrs C can get me those staples.
File Doctor
Dear Wilt
ReplyDeleteI was recently going through some paperwork in one of those fancy coffee shops in Leamington Spa. I ordered a skinny latte and guess what, they brought me a full cream cappuccino instead. So in the best traditions of a certain resident of Leamington Spa, I filled in a complaints form and asked James Plaskett M.P. to bring the matter up in The House of Commons. Later the same day, I was showing the Chief Executive of a Local Authority some paper work and she said to me, Doctor, would you like a hob nob with your tea. I said that would be lovely and guess what, they brought me an ‘own brand’ chocolate digestive instead. So once again in the best traditions of a certain resident of Leamington Spa, I filled in a complaints form and asked James Plaskett M.P.to bring the matter up in The House of Commons.
This morning the Post Man arrived with a whole bundle of F.O.I Disclosures for me. One of the envelopes from a certain Local Authority, was incorrectly stamped and guess what, I had to pay the surplus charge. So naturally, in keeping with the best traditions of a certain resident of Leamington Spa, I filled in a complaints form and asked James Plaskett M.P. to bring the matter up in The House of Commons.
So why am I telling you all of this? Well, I have a problem. Its my stapler. I just can not get the right size staples to fit it. I have of course filled in the complaints form and James Plaskett will be asked to take the matter up in The House of Commons.
But in the mean time, could Mrs C make some calls and send some e-mails. She could contact all police officers and Government Agencies she has on her contact list. She could ask that they take immediate action on the issue of my stapler. After all, Mrs C is of the view that any concern she has is of immediate and pressing concern to them.
Oh, the paper work I was reading in the coffee shop was the minutes of a meeting held between CSCI, Judy Downey and James Plaskett. Te paper work I was showing the Chief Executive was the Fisher Report and all the private correspondence that flowed from that report.
Now where is the cellotape—if only Mrs C can get me those staples.
File Doctor
(Royal) Leamington Spa and fancy coffee shop does not compute - what the hell is Royal about a town that hosts Mrs Complaint?
ReplyDeleteQuite frankly you should be feeling lucky you got a coffee let alone a biscuit under the administration of Mr Plaskitt – word is he is cutting back since his expenses have been curtailed and will have to pay back the profit on his London flat.
Mind you his (undisclosed) connections with Educare might bring him some post election income to tide him over.
And I hope Doctor you intend not to claim expenses for your various and numerous complaint form completions – after all Mrs C and Plaskitt have cost us taxpayers enough, thank you. Your complaints are facile – mind you so are those of Mrs C and PLaskitt!
I know a nice coffee place in Swindon – join me. Take the 32nd exit off the magic roundabout (Gawd help you) and then turn left. Look out for Wilt’s Coffee Emporium and park next to the rather phallic modern obelisk (up to two hours for £3.50) and bring that file with you – I need a good laugh.
If you’re buying, Salty Dog will have a large very sweet latte – I am sweet enough and just get me a Cider.
Look forward to seeing you – drive carefully.
Wilt
Dear Wilt
ReplyDeleteSince taking up this commission I have had to meet and visit some strange people and places. I have meet Mrs C twice. Sadly, I have had to visit the old council estate which brougt me no comfort. I am in the company of Mr Plaskett on a regular basis, which again is some what discomforting. But, I draw a line at the very thought of a visit to Swindon. Should you invite me to meet you at the Gay Huzzar Resturant on Greek Street, I would be pleased to meet you. Mr Plasketts outfit are always there. I will bring the file containing a series of letters and e-mails that Mrs C sent to a large L.A. demanding action to be taken against two completely harmless senior members of staff. See you (and Mr Plaskett) at the Gay Hussar.
File Doctor
Now look here Doctor, Swindon is a much misunderstood place (the White Elephant of Wiltshire) and I am only a few clicks away - I just love the Magic Roundabout which I try to traverse once a day when not sailing withy the Salty Dog.
ReplyDeleteI even held a conference in Swindon several weeks back (you know you attended) as Wilt and I will repeat as I said in my presentation " I will not visit that pest infested shit hole the Huzzar as it is full of Labour wankers, gay or otherwise."
Now if they are gay, hey that is OK by me and if not, that is OK too, but it is the arse sucking fucking nonsense they let out of their mouth that gives me the creeps.
So Doctor, its either Wilts Emorium or you can stuff that file up the proverbial of Ofsted - they seem to have missing files so it should come as no surprise that when farting another one appears - yuk, what is that smell?
Oh yes its Mrs C - bad odour up the nostrils.
Gawd, what is all that mucky stuff around the file? Oh Mr Plaskitt, do you need medical treatment for that condition - you know it seems very serious. Yuk, do not do that please, it is rather rude.
Oh my Gawd - Scotty beam me up! No Scotty you pervert, I meant get me out of here. You know, staff these days - there is no accounting for stupidity!
Doctor - you have my terms, and as soon as I have got Spock to fuck Scotty (a sightb to behold) I will handle that rather messy file (with rubber gloves and nose grip)to expand my knowledge.
Wilt (Swindon is best)
Dear Wilt
ReplyDeleteThe Guy Hussar is wonderful. I am meeting Lemon Tree and our friend Altar Boy there on Friday. We are having stuffed goose and red cabbage with a cream sauce. Lemon Tree is being a bit awkward about the F.O.I.request. A good brandy should do the trick. Do come along.
File Doctor
Dear Wilt
ReplyDeleteAn excellent lunch was had at the Gay Hussar.The Hungarian goose was delicious. Unfortunately, Lemon Tree continues to be difficult over my F.O.I request. No movement there I am afraid. However, she did bring along documents that had been previously released under F.O.I. They where documents that I did not know existed. Very interesting indeed. I will continue to press her on the previous request. I am sorry you feel the way you do about the Gay Hussar. I hope you appreciate how I feel about Swindon. After Leamington Spa,I need to recover my composure in order to return to the stately presence of Honourable Members and Senior Civil Servants.
File Doctor.
Dear Wilt
ReplyDeleteI have been up half the night at the Members Bar. Very interesting reading. Most people work on the assumption that correspondence between an M.P. and a constitutent is private. Emmm.
When I was in Leamington Spa I needed to buy my Daily Telegraph. I actually had to go into a place called a 'Londis Store' to buy it. Terrible experience.
Give me the green pastures and Members Bar of Westminister any day. Back to the file.
File Doctor
Dear Wilt
ReplyDeleteThe correspondence that File Doctor is writing about should be private and not be released under F.O.I. However, Mrs C has copied and c.c'ed much of the correspondence between herself and Plaskett to other parties and agencies. She has done this to support her claim of 'having friends in high places'. Consequently, by her actions she has published and made public, the correspondence between herself and Plaskett. She herself, has placed the documents into the public domain. As Judy Downey said, Mrs C is an 'eager correspondent'.
Thank you Mrs C. You make our job so much easier.
Altar Boy
Dear Wilters
ReplyDeleteWhy does the vexatious Mrs C spend so much time on Regulator Watch. She appears not to realise that the 'Mrs C Story' adorns various pages on Face Book and My Space.
She thought she was so clever with her fax machine, e-mails and little Boy James Plaskett M.P. She was clever until the arrival of Wilt and friends. Now all she can do is howl in the dark.
The Mrs C story is being told daily through out Regulator Watch,Face Book and My Space and there is nothing that she can do about it.
When you go to sleep Mrs C, be assured, the air waves and your story will never sleep. We have seen to that.
Broad Band
Dear Wilt
ReplyDeleteI have followed the Mrs C story for months on Twitter. Great stuff
Scotney
Dear Wilt
ReplyDeleteGo to Google or Jeeves. Enter XXXXXXX and Mrs C. Up she comes. Wilt has turned Mrs C into a box office hit.
On-Sted