Bugsy Posted May 17, 2012 Share Posted May 17, 2012 this crowd of 'f!$%wit-numpties' are flying to greece in a specially-painted 'Golden plane' to pick up a f!$%in flame. http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-18085399 I can't imagine what that little jolly has cost. Whats wrong with DHL ffs. [:@][:@]. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NormanH Posted May 17, 2012 Share Posted May 17, 2012 I'm rather glad that Paris didn't get the Olympics .. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bugsy Posted May 17, 2012 Author Share Posted May 17, 2012 So is Paris probably Norman.[:D] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chancer Posted May 17, 2012 Share Posted May 17, 2012 Isnt it supposed to be brought by a relay of runners?Plenty of brits in Greece, Spain and France on jobseekers allowance that could have been made to do it.They could even have used some of those claiming disability benefit. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hoddy Posted May 17, 2012 Share Posted May 17, 2012 I'm afraid the whole thing has seemed rather remote from those of us not immediately concerned. It was trumpeted locally that Loughborough University had signed a 'memorandum of understanding' with the Jaqpanese Olympic team. It was gong to give a massive boost to the local economy and the local hotels and B & Bs had high hopes. Now it seems that most of the team are not coming. There doesn't seem to be any way to recoup the money the town has spent and the town is left with a Japanese flag of flowers on a road island as a memory.Add to this the people, like the small shopkeeper in Melton Mowbray who was told to take down the Olympic rings which she had made the centrepiece of her window display, sonethng which I suppose has been repeated right across the country, and I wonder who is benefitting apart from Macdos and Coca Cola.Hoddy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bugsy Posted May 17, 2012 Author Share Posted May 17, 2012 " Golden Plane confiscated by Greek Authorities for 'rubbing salt in their wounds" over financial crisis" Greeks plan to break it up and sell the 'gold' Now wouldn't that be a great headline . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Val_2 Posted May 17, 2012 Share Posted May 17, 2012 My daughter lives and works in Weymouth, centre for the water activities of the Olympics. So far not much in the way of income or impact for the town or region because these sports are not spectator in the most. Her hotel is booked by TV and camera crews but apart from that, the Olympics are very low key locally. I'm glad France did not get them, we have enough debts to take care of here and more would tip the balance the wrong way and to be honest, I have no interest in any of it regardless of where it will be held - my garden needs attention more! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frederick Posted May 17, 2012 Share Posted May 17, 2012 Is seems even Ken Livingstone thinks these games will turn out to be a money spinner for years to come ....http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-425193/2012-Olympics-make-profit-claims-Londons-mayor.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AnOther Posted May 17, 2012 Share Posted May 17, 2012 [quote user="Val_2"]My daughter lives and works in Weymouth, centre for the water activities of the Olympics[/quote]As does my OH's best friend. She used to have the tea room on the pier but the council cancelled her lease in favour of the Olympricks effectively putting her out of business, her OH had a burger bar and was also similarly evicted.Being survivors they bought a struggling hotel/bistro and turned it around so are continuing to make a living despite all. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
just john Posted May 17, 2012 Share Posted May 17, 2012 So the torch relay hasn't democratised the Olympic experience for you lot either [6] (planning my escape to France while it's on) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YCCMB Posted May 17, 2012 Share Posted May 17, 2012 Gawd, will you lot just listen to yourselves? So much bile! It's only a game(s)! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AnOther Posted May 17, 2012 Share Posted May 17, 2012 If only ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr Ceour de Lion II Posted May 17, 2012 Share Posted May 17, 2012 What games are these? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
woolybanana Posted May 17, 2012 Share Posted May 17, 2012 The world Scrabble championships, being held in Bucharest this summer! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr Ceour de Lion II Posted May 17, 2012 Share Posted May 17, 2012 I'll be in on that. Can it be done online? Maybe like Words with Friends?Can't see it being much of a money maker though. Not unless they team up with Angry Birds. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AnOther Posted May 17, 2012 Share Posted May 17, 2012 I learnt a new word a couple of weeks ago and I'm really looking forward to a good game of Scrabble so I can use it.It's something we've all done too....frottage ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Russethouse Posted May 17, 2012 Share Posted May 17, 2012 [quote user="Val_2"]My daughter lives and works in Weymouth, centre for the water activities of the Olympics. So far not much in the way of income or impact for the town or region because these sports are not spectator in the most. Her hotel is booked by TV and camera crews but apart from that, the Olympics are very low key locally. I'm glad France did not get them, we have enough debts to take care of here and more would tip the balance the wrong way and to be honest, I have no interest in any of it regardless of where it will be held - my garden needs attention more![/quote]I might be wrong but hasn't the town benefited from a road improvement ? And there are spectator points dotted around......In addition haven't several teams spent quite a few months in the town while they train.....? Maybe 'South Today' only cover the positive...... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
woolybanana Posted May 17, 2012 Share Posted May 17, 2012 The road system has been chaotic and the best viewing spots have been fenced off to stop people using them - eg the Nothe Fort. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Russethouse Posted May 17, 2012 Share Posted May 17, 2012 http://www.london2012.com/venue/weymouth-and-portland/visitor-informationIts obvious that they want people who have paid money for tickets to get the best view, but no doubt locals know good spots to go and still get a reasonable view.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
woolybanana Posted May 17, 2012 Share Posted May 17, 2012 Those spots are public areas which have always been open to walkers and viewers of the bay. The council had no right to fence them off and should be deeply ashamed of their actions. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AnOther Posted May 17, 2012 Share Posted May 17, 2012 Have you read that list of prohibited items, easier to get through airport security.I predict near riots from London residents massively put out and inconvenienced by this money making travesy.Games, don't make me laugh, it's about money and kudos. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YCCMB Posted May 17, 2012 Share Posted May 17, 2012 By the way, and as an aside: Weymouth is centre for some of the water activities for the Olympics. Others will be held in a little spot somewhere roughly betwixt where I live and where RH lives (only closer to me!) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
woolybanana Posted May 17, 2012 Share Posted May 17, 2012 Ah, you mean the gay and lesbian musical paddling and face slapping event? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Russethouse Posted May 17, 2012 Share Posted May 17, 2012 LOL I live with spitting distance of the Redgrave Pincent rowing facility....and I can only say that those of the male crews that shop locally are mighty fine specimens of the male species...I would have quite liked tickets for the rowing, but I suspect I'll get a much better view and a more comfortable chair by staying at home and watching the TV ;-) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YCCMB Posted May 18, 2012 Share Posted May 18, 2012 Snigger...Woolly. If you want to tell Messrs Redgrave et al that that's what it's called, I'll hold yer coat. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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