Raymond Patterson
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5 minutes ago, Wee Willie said:
But this thread is under The Politics Forum.
And you haven't kept it solely to a petition.
You stated that the Services taught you respect.
Respect for who (whom?)
And you being a submariner you are the ideal person to ask what's your take on Trident being based just outside Glasgow?
If you vote for the Petition- Thanks. If not - Thanks for taking time to comment/view this topic. Have a nice night.
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37 minutes ago, Day of the Lords said:49 minutes ago, Gordon EF said:When it comes to medical care (physical and mental) that people need as a consequence of their time in the forces, it's absolutely right that the state has a reponsibility to provide that for them.
When it comes to anything else, why should folk who've been in the armed forces be entitled to anything that everyone else isn't. They choose to go into that profession and they're paid for it.Pretty much this. No one should be jumping housing lists or getting preferential treatment because they made a career choice.
Unfortunately whilst serving you don’t establish a “home” for your family. They travel to new posting location without support of family and friends. But whilst serving you are guaranteed a Married Quarter or Single Service Accommodation. So should Service Personnel register with local councils when they enlist so they don’t receive preferential treatment?
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18 minutes ago, Gaz said:
I was actually just gonna say this.
I suspect he and I have fundamentally opposing views on the military but (based solely on this thread as I've never come across him before) he comes across as a decent bloke and not an absolute melt.
I am a decent bloke. If we all had the same views the World would be a poorer place.
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35 minutes ago, welshbairn said:
Had to google the Covenant but it does sound like the Government are taking the pish as much as they did over the Vow. Don't see what's wrong with forcing them into putting vacuous promises into law.
If the petition gets enough support from all parts of the UK then hopefully it will become Law.
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6 minutes ago, Wee Willie said:
But that is my point.
Scotland has no say in how our armed forces are deployed.
It's the warmongers in London who make the decisions.
That's why we are policing the world so they can justify the billions spent on Trident and a couple of Aircraft carriers.
I have asked folk to support this petition. It’s up to them if they sign it or not.
The topics you are highlighting/raising are for a separate thread/topic. If you want to start one then please do and it leaves this thread dedicated to the Petition.
Thanks and have a nice night.
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18 minutes ago, Detournement said:
We should go down the Starship Troopers route with only those who have served in the military holding citizenship.
Would you like to know more?
I think I’ll pass today. But thanks for taking the time to reply. Enjoy the rest of your day.
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6 minutes ago, John Lambies Doos said:2 hours ago, Raymond Patterson said:Dear All
The Armed Forces Covenant makes commitments, but is currently voluntary. The Government should make the Covenant Law and create statutory requirements for the provision of services such as housing and mental health support for veterans. Trevor Coult MC started this petition and I’m doing my bit as an ex Submariner to try and raise the 100000 signatures we require. Can I please ask you to sign the petition below. Currently over 21000 people have signed the petition. Today the 54th Ex Service person committed Suicide. RIP Mr Dean Corbett.
Thanks.
Raymond
https://t.co/lJ0eAXUrRR?amp=1
In fairness it's a reasonable request. I don't agree with many of the illegal wars we have entered nor the absolute hijacking of armistice day by right wing Brit nats; however many of these young lads joined due to limited options, so yes they should be looked after imo, especially re. mental health traumatic stress etc.
Thanks. I believe it’s a reasonable request to ask to sign petition. If you don’t want to then that’s your decision. One thing the Services taught me was Respect. Treat folk the way you want to be treated. Have a nice but wet Scottish Monday.
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Just now, Melanius Mullarkey said:
Chelsea, Leeds, Linfield... all the teams.
Them too. Even Celtic Aberdeen Hearts Hibs Motherwell as well. Have a nice day.
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6 minutes ago, oneteaminglasgow said:
No decision here, it was always going to be a firm no for me. I was just asking if you could back up your position with any, you know, arguments.
Thanks for your time today. Have a wonderful Monday.
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46 minutes ago, Day of the Lords said:
Yeah this boy has clearly never been on P&B before.
Try PMing the Rangers fans on here and other assorted bootlickers like @Old Pack
I served with fans/supporters of more than just Rangers. You will be surprised to hear. The Armed Forces is a diverse community.
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15 minutes ago, oneteaminglasgow said:
@Raymond Patterson Genuine question, why do you think that simply having been in the armed forces means that someone should be more entitled to services that another person?
I’ve asked for folk to sign petition. You have a decision to make. It’s either Yes or No. No arm up back - I’ve asked politely and I’ll not be offended if you don’t sign. If you want to start a petition for other folk then log onto the Government Website. Have a beautiful day.
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9 minutes ago, Henderson to deliver ..... said:
'Respect x' - Helmund province.
'Not a UK fan, but this is class
' - Derry.
'Signed' - Kenya.
'Shared, Basra'
Thanks very much for signing.
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Dear All
The Armed Forces Covenant makes commitments, but is currently voluntary. The Government should make the Covenant Law and create statutory requirements for the provision of services such as housing and mental health support for veterans. Trevor Coult MC started this petition and I’m doing my bit as an ex Submariner to try and raise the 100000 signatures we require. Can I please ask you to sign the petition below. Currently over 21000 people have signed the petition. Today the 54th Ex Service person committed Suicide. RIP Mr Dean Corbett.
Thanks.
Raymond
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57 minutes ago, Drogba1888 said:
Good win today.
The jungle drums are beating with a new signing?
Yes Big Granty from Bannockburn. Another good signing by Mick. Nightmare for defenders Granty. Be missed in the Fosters by his team mates but not by Defenders. They will be happy he’s away back to the Juniors. All the best to the big man.
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A Gentleman of the highest order. My condolences to his Family, Friends and Uddingston Anvil AFC at this difficult time. RIP
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7 hours ago, NewBallsPlease said:
Who’s the manager?
Hammy ex Ashvale and Penilee 35s
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Colville 0 Whitehill Welfare 4
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Fullerton v Kilsyth will be Stepford Sunday 1400
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1 hour ago, MattEmulsion said:
Anybody know the postcode for where the Harestanes vs Eastfield game is tonight? One twitter page says G66 3LL, the other says G66 3SN. Not too familiar of the area.
See screenshot from Council page. It’s on the main Waterside Road just as you come into Kirkintilloch from Cumbernauld. If coming from Glasgow head towards Kirkintilloch High School. Then your two mins from the pitch. Enjoy the game.
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On 30/07/2019 at 23:57, justagoalie said:
The lines were subject of a wee discussion last Thursday. Think the best solution is to get a pro in. No point in having a fantastic surface if David can't get the lines straight☺
Took on board what you said and lines now fixed. Be it August or January pitch is one of the best in Amateur football.
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27 minutes ago, justagoalie said:
The lines were subject of a wee discussion last Thursday. Think the best solution is to get a pro in. No point in having a fantastic surface if David can't get the lines straight☺
Needs to get the string line out. But in defence guys all work and running from job to get pitch ready in time not ideal. Fantastic pitch and the guys are very friendly. No need for a pro to come in and line pitch - leave to the Committee.
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2 hours ago, Area 51 said:
He may well have left the senior game, but he is 35 and reasonably fit , not carrying any excess weight, and I can confirm that in the 4 pre season games he has played , he has been superb in all of them, as you would expect a player of his calibre to be when he steps down into the amateur ranks. Also, I have been impressed with his attitude towards the amateur game , whereby he is very patient and encouraging to the players roundabout him, including opponents, and he pays his tenner like the rest of the squad !!
It may not last, but while he is with our Club, we will embrace it and hopefully learn from him and vice versa.
On that point, we may well not be Bannockburn or Harestanes or any other of the top clubs, but we are striving to be better,and yes we have had some bad seasons, the same as even the top clubs, but we are a proper amateur club in the truest sense and as we move into our 60th year of existence, we will try and remove the perception that we are "shite"
Good signing for Stedfast. Refereed Stedfast v Glasgow Island - Friendly and “Beats” played in Defence at end of last season. Strolled through the game and passed on his knowledge to the younger Stedfast players. Had a good battle with the young winger for Glasgow Island on the day and I’m sure the young lad enjoyed the battle with an Ex Pro. Well done to everyone at Stedfast for getting Beats onboard. Welcome to the League and congratulations to Stedfast in their 60th year. Not easy nowadays with the amount of established teams folding.
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5 hours ago, 4-3-3R said:
What’s up with gartcosh pitch, we’re away there nxt sat in our last friendly.
One of the best parks in Amateur football. Only if the lines are straight
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1 hour ago, Jason King said:
Darren Hill as in the goalie?
Mad as a brush but very good keeper. Distribution top class
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Enshrine the Military Covenant in UK Law
in The Politics Forum
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If one, ten, one hundred or thousands sign from my post I’m entirely grateful. Unfortunately others on here have decent to point this post in a different direction.
Thanks for your time.