It wouldn't make much difference to the EU but it would make a helluva difference to Britain
Should Britain face reality and give up Gibraltar and the Falklands which are getting increasingly unsustainable
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It wouldn't make much difference to the EU but it would make a helluva difference to Britain
Should Britain face reality and give up Gibraltar and the Falklands which are getting increasingly unsustainable
Only trouble with that is, that Britain surely has a duty to the people that live there who class themselves as "British" in broad terms. If we give them up do we say they have to move or is it that they have to become Spanish speakers and put up with Argentina & Spain force ably moving them on? Its not as simple as just saying they are miles away lets not bother.
If there was nothing much on them and no inhabitants then yes I would absolutely agree.
On the flip side, do you think it is silly how much focus Spain & Argentina put on trying to get small pieces of land back? I mean why would any country bother with the land mass we are talking about.
Less silly than how much UK needed to have and keep such small spots. Concern about British citizens is a silly excuse. Then all the colonies should have stayed colonies. Population may be relocated or may stay and continue to speak their language ( right in the middle of Romania there are 2 counties whose inhabitants refuse to speak Romanian, matter of fact I don't think they even know it :p. ).
These small spots may have strategical, military or economic importance. For instance, the Serpent Island, which previously Romania has been divested by the USSR and who lately has been an apple of discord in relations between Romania and the Ukraine. It's a rock of 0,17 square km. with no inhabitants but the seabed nearby is a substantial deposit of natural gases and oil and it's a strategical point near the Danube Delta.
What's the right altitude we should have at work? To behave the way you don't bother the coworkers or to think that everybody should feel comfortable and tolerate things that really bother you ? ( example: is it OK to eat garlic smelling food in an office? Some may like it and they have to eat anyway, so if it smells it's OK, we'll open the window even if there are -10 °C outside. Or I like garlic but if I eat it it will smell like hell and it's in bad taste to force the rest of people to bear it )?
I guess it comes down to the culture of the organisation you are in and who sets the ground rules. It can be hard to change the culture and most of the time you are forced to live with the norms that have been set. (cripes I sound like one of my Management text books :))
What business cultures would make you want to join a company?
I don't see why the UK would need or want to throw the residents of the Falklands into the the den of a country less prosperous, less democratic and culturally alien? The Falklenders are as British it gets yet have the GDP per capita higher than that in the UK. Giving up on them would be an act of stupidity.
Speaking of business cultures, the American culture is the only one I am familiar with from the inside. What I heard of the German, French or Belarusian corporate cultures does not sound very attractive to me.
Do you suffer from any form of dyslexia?
No, I don't think so.
Do you usually use a hair dryer?
No, cause there ain't much to dry. :)
Are you able to take a cold shower?
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Yes if it's summer.
What colour is your sponge? ( :laugh: lack of inspiration ....)
yellow
Do you like wildlife?
I love wildlife. (or domesticated animals...its the humans I am wary of :p: )
Are you planning any trip?
No. Just dream about trips. Dreams that never come true.
What`s your priority on this moment?
Helping a friend.
Same Q?
Putting together a corporate event.
Biggest wish at the moment?
A holiday. No matter where, no matter how much time. I need it and I can`t get it.
Same Q.
To fly away to the rainbow in the sky and then come back on Earth refreshened and rejuvenated.
Do you live in a city or in the countryside?
City. I'm a city girl. :p
Would you like to live permanently in the countryside?
I think I have answered this before some time through this game, but yes I would. Countryside in the UK is beautiful in places and since never far from a city. I would love the peace and quiet.
Are you ready for the Euro's?
Yeah. Beers in the fridge, peanuts, ice cream, salty biscuits, a yellow shirt to wear, etc.
Do you think that the Euro thread will be attended by other forumers apart from me and Steve? :p
Not often.
Is that bad?
Yes. Because you're busy most of the time.
Have you voted in the Euro poll?
Yes. Voted for the team I expect great things from. Romania........................
Have you ever played a sport?
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Originally Posted by steveaki13
Only in the street as a kid. Football and badminton. But I followed most of the sports. I used to be a real enciclopedia. I blame it on my brother.
Have you ever had a crush on an athlete?
of course.
If you are close enough to famous sportsperson would you try to take a photo or autograph?
No. He or she is just a mortal like I am.
Would you ask a celebrity for a date?
No. I hate to be refused.
Do you know personally a celebrity?
Couple of local ones.
Would you like to be one?
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Yeeeeessssss!
Would you?
No. I'm quite successful by my own standards (status, earning etc.) yet whatever I do causes endless questions. I guess if I were a celeb people would grill me for how I walk, breath etc. That's no fun.
What do you think of EU as an institution?
I think it is something that was set up as something useful and positive, but it has become all conquering in many ways. I dont think in the long term it will succeed in what it is trying to achieve.
What is on your job / "things to do" list in the near future?
Put together an agendat for an office retreat this Friday, including a practical exercise for some lazy minds.
How come Albania defeated Romania? I had no idea Albania was there...
I bet you also hadn't idea that many Albanian players are from Kosovo. :angel:
Romania lost because they don't know how to play, matter of fact they didn't play at all, the Romanians were arrogant and thought that Albania can't ever win against us, they have a losers mentality, etc.
Now that the favourite of the tournament is out, who do you think that will win? :p
Northren Ireland (sic! The spelling is correct!)
Who do you think was/is the greatest football player of all times?
Maradona. Loved him. He also had personality.
Have you ever worn the shirt of a famous football team?
I have worn the shirts of England (I have 6 shirts), West Ham, Chelmsford City, Barcelona and of course my own team. Marconi Athletic.....
I am one of these :p
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Do you think football is in a bad place? Cheating, diving and bad sportsmanship
You're looking great, Steve. :p
The only thing I dislike about it is playing just for the result. And too many buses parked on the pitch. :p
Will you ever dare to go to a stadium dressed in a stupid outfit? (like those fans at Euro dressed as knights or vikings )
How do you know which one is me? :p
No. If i went to the stadium I would be too embarrassed.
Do you like thunderstorms? We are due one today
Of course I don't know. :angel:Quote:
Originally Posted by steveaki13
But since all the guys in that picture are looking great I said it knowing I can't be wrong. :laugh:
I hate thunderstorms and I'm afraid of them.
Is there a picture when you're not smiling?
I dont think so. I try and be happy and smiley.
I think thats a good trait.
Are you sad the group stage of the Euros is over? Or do you enjoy the knock out games ahead?
I hoped that this competition would bring me some much needed joy but I kinda lost interest. The forum is also dead and I miss the happy times of the world cup. Of course the knock out phase is more exciting but our TV channel will broadcast only 3 games from 8. Even that link where I saw a few games online doesn't work anymore. I'm a bit disappointed about the final table.
Is there any player that impressed you until now?
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Originally Posted by gadjo_dilo