The missing – Daniel Morcombe (2)

The missing – Daniel Morcombe (2)

Today has been chosen to mark the disappearance of Daniel Morcombe, one of the first tragic cases I highlighted in this series of missing people, and one of the most unforgettable because of the normal circumstances surrounding it. It is feared Daniel was abducted and...
Why dancing should be made compulsory

Why dancing should be made compulsory

   I would like to propose that dancing should made compulsory, that there is a dance suitable for everyone to enjoy, whatever their age and fitness level. That was the theme of my latest Toastmasters speech at Cambridge Speakers’ Club last night. I...
Adoptions and paternity leave

Adoptions and paternity leave

Congratulations to David Miliband and his wife on the adoption of their second son Jacob. The Foreign Secretary’s flying visit to the States clashed with an important Saudi state visit – but he has put family first and still taken his paternity leave. I...
My Starbucks experience

My Starbucks experience

After listening to Clifff Burrows, president of Starbucks for Europe, the Middle East and Africa, speak at this event about inspired leadership, I thought he might like to read my post about my son David’s first request on waking up in hospital. It was for a...
Mandelson reneges on trade agreements

Mandelson reneges on trade agreements

My MEP Robert Sturdy is fuming at the way EU Trade Commissioner Peter Mandelson has reneged on vital trade agreements with ACP countries. We have issued the following press release condemning Mandeleson’s proposal for regional agreements to be reached instead:...
Is Tech "Guys" a sexist name?

Is Tech "Guys" a sexist name?

This very interesting comment has been made on my post where I wrote about my difficulties with Tech Guys: You do realise just how sexist dixons group and pcworld are being, don’t you. tech ‘guys’!? I’m a woman and I am a technician. I am not a...