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Hopefully a change in the weather will give us all a chance to get out and about a bit more. There’s another cracking ramble with Rafa, more events in the Things To Do and you could even give sailing ago, check out page 7 for more details.

‘Oscar’ the foster dog has left the building L leaving space for the inbound ‘Flake’. We’re not sure what to expect with Flake so, no doubt it will be chaotic and I’m sure many of you will see me being dragged around the park at some point! Check out www.spanielaid.co.uk if you are interested in becoming a fosterer or if you are interested in re-homing a spaniel in need.

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Things to do Regular meetings, with talks are held on the 2nd Wednesday of every month at Riddings community centre, West Street, Riddings.

Upcoming events

April 11th Graham Riminton UK Wild Deer: a conservation success story?

Alfreton rotAry Club upComing events

A Murder Mystery Evening Presented by South Normanton Dramatic Society.

7.15pm, Friday 27th April

at Riddings Community Centre, DE55 4EW

ticket £10.00 – including pie & pea supper

Tickets available from Club Members and by telephone Keith on 01773 605783 or Roger on 01773 833541 In aid of local Rotary Charities

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Friendly group that meets on the second Monday of the month at the Post Mill Centre, South Normanton at 7.30pm.

For more information call nigel on 01773 811429 Date

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9th April Byron machin “The Rare Wild flowers of the Peak District” 14th May Darren Rudge “Tea Bags, Bras and Tights. Fact sheets for sale” 11th June sally cunningham “Growing unusual vegetables in open ground”

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The Rotary Club of Alfreton invites you to a Murder Mystery evening presented by South Normanton Dramatic Society on Friday 27th April at the Riddings Community Centre at 7.15pm You will have the opportunity Admission by to interrogate the suspects ticket only and expose the guilty party.

Bring your imagination and a sense of humour Includes a pie & pea supper and enjoy a 1930s train ride with a difference.

£10.00

Please contact Keith on 01773 605783 or Roger on 01773 833541 Tickets must be allocated by 21st April and all proceeds are in aid of local charities supported by The Rotary Club of Alfreton.

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Things to do Ey Up Mi DUck MUsic FEstival Now in its third year this two-day festival is purposely staying small and personal whilst having fun, all to raise funds for Meningitis Now. The festival brings together a mix of up-andcoming and more practised and professional musical acts, a range of stalls, gifts, foods, drinks and children’s entertainment.

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Friday 4th may to sunday 6th may Amber Valley Rugby Club, DE55 4PD

Boogie Nights at the Palace theatre, MaNsfield Heanor Musical Theatre Company present tHe 70’s musical.

Book early to avoid disappointment!

19th–21st April 2018. 7.30pm

Mansfield Palace Theatre Box office 01623 633 133 • Tickets £12.50 • Concessions £11 mansfield.gov.uk/palacetheatre

Charit y Golf Day

At Ormonde Fields Golf Club, Nottingham Road, Condor, Ripley DE5 9RL

7th of June 2018

Tee off will be from 12.30pm, teams of four £130 including coffee and bacon roll on arrival and a two-course dinner after the golf.

Enquiries: mark.tennant@harveyspencer.co.uk In Aid of Prostate Cancer UK

A concert of love comes to Alfreton...

Somercotes Choral Society’s April concert features many popular love songs. It is appropriately entitled ‘That’s Amore. For this concert the Society, which has been established over 60 years, is joined by well- known organist and entertainer Brett Wales.

The concert is at 7pm on Saturday 28th April at the David Nieper Academy in Alfreton.

Tickets are £8 and £4 for under 16s They are available from Jen on 01773 789079 and sue on 01773 768234

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Give sailing a go in Derbyshire this May There’s something for everyone as RYA Push The Boat Out gives you the chance to try sailing and windsurfing for free or low cost in Derbyshire this May. If you’re on the lookout for something completely different, whether you’re bored of the gym and want some outdoor health and fitness, are a bit of an adrenaline junkie or simply want a sociable new activity you can enjoy with your partner or family, pop down to your local sailing club or centre during Push The Boat Out and have a go.

Gareth Brookes, RYA Regional Development Officer for the Midlands, said: “If you didn’t even know you could go sailing or windsurfing on your doorstep, now’s the time to give it a go. So many people still don’t realise it is possible to sail in the Midlands and that you don’t even need to own a boat as clubs and centres have ones to borrow or hire.”

At least nine venues across Derbyshire are hosting Push The Boat Out events throughout the whole of May. All kit and safety equipment are provided so just bring a pair of old trainers you don’t mind getting wet and your sense of fun. Refreshments will be available with a host of shoreside activities and entertainment to enjoy too. Find your nearest event at www.rya.org.uk/ptbo

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Slimming World Recipe Rhubarb and Pear Crumble It’s been pointed out to me that we haven’t featured a dessert for ages, so I thought what’s seasonal – well it turns out that rhubarb makes a great ingredient for a crumble as well as gin! Who would have thought it!

Method: 1. Preheat your oven to 180°C/fan 160°C/gas 4. Place the rhubarb in a medium-size pie or glass dish. Add the pear slices and orange juice and zest, and toss together to combine. Sprinkle over the sweetener and cinnamon, then cook in the oven for 10-12 minutes.

2. Meanwhile, make the topping by placing the low-fat spread, sweetener and flour in a bowl and rubbing together with your fingertips until the mixture resembles breadcrumbs.

3. Remove the fruit from the oven. Sprinkle over the topping and cook for a further 10-12 minutes, or until lightly golden. Allow to cool slightly before serving - it tastes great with a dollop of low-fat, readymade custard (1 Syn per 2 level tbsp), served warm or cold.

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Serves: 4 Ready in: 30 minutes Syns per serving: 7

Ingredients:

• 900g rhubarb, cut into 5cm pieces • 300g pears, peeled, cored and sliced • Juice of 1 orange, plus 1 tsp finely grated zest • 6 tbsp sweetener • 1 tsp ground cinnamon

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• 2 tbsp low-fat spread • 2 tbsp sweetener • 60g plain flour

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Mandy’s Travel Page I often tell you about exotic and far flung places across the world, but this month, it is much closer to home.

Liverpool, yes I know it’s not necessarily on your holiday bucket list, but when you hear why I am suggesting it, you may change your mind.

From February through to the 28th October at the World Museum Liverpool you can visit an exhibition called China’s First Emperor and the Terracotta Warriors.

Showcasing objects from one of the world’s greatest archaeological discoveries, this unmissable exhibition spans almost 1,000 years of Chinese history; from the conflicts and chaos of the Warring States period, to the achievements and legacy of the Qin and Han dynasties.

These spectacular artefacts will shed light on the Emperor’s pursuit of immortality and show how he prepared for the afterlife, as well as help to understand more about everyday life in China more than two thousand years ago.

I can offer coach trips, trips by rail or you can drive yourself.

The choice is yours.

Liverpool has so much to offer visitors, it’s easy to fill a few days. You can take a ‘ferry across the Mersey’ eat in award winning restaurants, drink at the Cavern Club, visit the many museums including Tate Liverpool, people watch at Albert Dock, visit the cathedral or just chill in Sefton Park. I hear they even have a football team, so you could go and see a match. Liverpool is a diverse city and not that far from home.

I am available 7 days a week to take your enquiries and 24/7 whilst you are away in the event of an emergency.

For all your travel needs please call me on 01773 318540 / 07939 587867 or email mandy.oldknow@travelcounsellors.com or find me on Facebook Mandy Oldknow Travel Counsellor Alfreton

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Out & About

A daily guide to some of the local clubs and groups in your area

Monday st. andrews Baby & toddler group The Old School House, Swanwick. Term time - 10am - 11.30am. From young babies to school age.

Contact Sara t: 01773 608083 m: 07736 927854 dog obedience classes Vacancies for this continuous class at Pentrich Village Hall, 7pm until 9pm. Call Margaret for more info on 07917 854486 amber Valley Voices Friendly Community Choir that meets at Swanwick Methodist Church Hall 7.30pm. Call Angie 01773 605050 for more info. soroptimist International amber Valley The Women’s International Service Organisation - a global voice for women. Meets every 2nd Monday, 7-30 pm at Firs House, Firs Gardens, High St. Alfreton. Contact 01773 745082 or 748606 south normanton gardeners association Friendly group that meets on the 2nd Monday of the month at the Post Mill Centre, SN at 7:30pm. Call Nigel on 01773 811429 e.m.J.J.a Jiu Jitsu & kobudo cub Monday at Alfreton Community Hall, Mansfield Road, Alfreton.

7.30pm -9.00pm. £5.00 per lesson. First lesson free. Contact Sensei D Kershaw on 07840 327134 or email darrenker@sky.com dizzy days playgroup Church of Christ Colledge Street, Riddings, from 10am – 11.30am. Contact Beverley on 07880 816298, email enquiries@oscari.org. www.oscari.org

Tuesday

amber friendship group Meets on the 2nd Tuesday each month 2:30 to 4:30pm at Swanwick Methodist Church Hall for entertainment & afternoon tea. Call 01773 604204 for more info. dance group Riddings Community Centre, West Street, Riddings, DE55 4EW - 8:30pm - 10:30pm. Come and join a friendly group.

Coffee Morning Swanwick Baptist Church, Derby Road, Swanwick, DE55 1BG, hosts coffee, chat and crafts from 10am until 12pm. swanwick cygnets toddler group Meet at the Old School House, Swanwick. Term time - 9.15am 10.45am. Contact Angela - 01773 606329. luncheon club At Swanwick Methodist Church, Derbys Road, Swanwick. DE55 1AB. Contact Gill on 01773 607860 for more details. starter & sweet lunches Held on the 4th Tuesday of each month, 12-2pm at St James Church, Riddings. Contact Mrs Allsopp 01773 607590. somercotes choral society Rehearses every Tuesday at 7.15pm at Swanwick School and Sports College, Hayes Lane.

No auditions. A great hobby. We perform two concerts a year.

More information from David 07949 322 717.

NRAS Chesterfield (National Rheumatoid Arthritis Society) On the 1st Tuesday of each month at 6.30pm until 8pm at The Community Room (found at the back of the store), Tesco Extra, Clay Cross, Chesterfield. S45 9LU. 01628 823524 socially motivated ladies group - Church of Christ Colledge Street, Riddings. 10am till 12. Crafts, chat, cuppa and cake.

Contact Beverley on 07880 816298, email enquiries@oscari.org. www.oscari.org pentrich Historical society The third Tuesday of each month (September to June).

7:15pm. Pentrich Village Hall. Talks on various historical subjects. Light refreshments served. £3 per meeting. For more info visit www.facebook.com/Pentrich-Historical-Society or contact Michael Parkin on 01773 603071 oscari men social group - Church of Christ Colledge Street, Riddings. 1pm till 3pm. Chill, chat, pool, activities. Contact Beverley on 07880 816298, email enquiries@oscari.org. www.oscari.org

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Tuesday (cont...)

alfreton model railway’s society club Open from 7pm for our club nights. The model railway is open for running most weekends and school holidays 11am to 5pm. Contact secretary.arms@btinternet.com, Fb: pg/ alfretonmrs/about/, Butterley Station, Ripley, Derbyshire, DE5 3QZ, T: 07838 002459. over 50’s club Held at Riddings Park Community Centre, DE55 4EW. 10am to 12am, come and enjoy a friendly cuppa, Bingo, Raffle and a chat.

Zion methodist, market street Coffee Club, 2nd & 4th Tuesday of the month, 10 – 11.30am Contact: Freda Ludlam 01773 811875

Wednesday

Baby group Held at Pinxton Nursery School, Kirkstead Road, Pinxton. NG16 6NA. 1 – 3pm, All under 1’s welcome. Call 01773 863105 derbyshire wildlife trust Meets on the 2nd Wednesday of every month at Riddings Community Centre, West Street, Riddings.

Each month there is a rafle and speaker with topics of interest. swanwick wI 3rd Weds each month at Swanwick Methodist Church Hall, 7:30 - 9:30pm. Call Pam 01773 602335 for more info. oakwood royal British legion Meet at the Oakwood Community Centre, 8:30- 10:30pm. All welcome for socials & branch meetings. Call 01332 679282. alfreton town Juniors u14’s 7-8pm at Somerlea Park astro pitch, call Ben on 07972 927236. watchorn tots parent and toddler group Watchorn Church, Derby Road, Alfreton. Term time - 10am - 11.30am. For further details contact Judith via www.watchornchurch.com over 50’s sequence dancing Riddings Community Centre, West Street, Riddings, DE55 4EW. 2pm - 4pm. Small friendly group enjoying light exercise and friendship. Rafle tea and biscuits. Contact 01773 607907 greenhillock’s fellowship Over 50’s club at Wood St Methodist Church, Ripley. Wed 2pm to 3:30p. Call David on 01773 423854 aVrufc senior section Training during close season takes place at Amber Valley RUFC, Lower Somercotes (opposite Pye Bridge Ind Est.) starts at 7pm - 8.30.

Contact Stuart Artliff 07966 867946 or Gareth Pilkington 07772 366157. south normanton dramatic society We meet at the Post Mill Centre in South Normanton, 7:30pm until 10pm. Contact Ian at sthnormds@gmail.com or FB www.facebook.com/SNorDS for more information. e.m.J.J.a Jiu Jitsu & kobudo cub Wednesday at Alfreton Leisure Centre, Church Street, Alfreton.

7.00pm – 8.00pm. £5.00 per lesson. First lesson free. Contact Sensei D Kershaw on 07840 327134 or email darrenker@sky.com J28, the common Wednesday Club 6.30 – 7.30 pm School Years 1-5, term time only Contact: 01773 810410 / j28church@btconnect.com / www.thejunction28church.com salvation army, market street Wednesday Night Fellowship @ 7pm Contact Ruth Sheppard 07855 455093 / Joan Mellors 01773 783386 swanwick men’s shed Now open to new members 3:30pm Wednesday and Thursday. Tea, cake and wood working projects. Turners Lane, Off Crays Hill, DE55 1AS. Contact Charlie Parkes 07967 378305 swanwick reading group We meet on the second Wednesday of each month at the Boot and Slipper pub in Swanwick at 7pm. For further details please call Gary on 07941 766448 or email garynwood@hotmail.com creative youth group Under 9’s welcome with an adult. Church of Christ Colledge Street, Riddings, from 4pm – 5.30pm. Contact Beverley on 07880 816298, email enquiries@oscari.org. www.oscari.org

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alfreton society of painters Going for over 70 years. New members welcome. 7-9pm at the Genesis Centre, King Street, Alfreton. Call Carol for more info on 01773 603707. alfreton & district u3a Meet every second Thursday of each month at Christ the King Church Hall, Nottingham Road, Alfreton at 2pm. Contact Gill on 01773 608863, email gilldawe.egd@gmail.com leabrooks cougars fc Training sessions for U13’s. 6-7pm at Swanwick Hall School. Contact Andy on 07811 227720. alfreton male Voice choir rehearsals 6:45pm at Palmer Morewood Social Club, Hall Street. New members welcome- no audition, just a love of singing. 01773 833391 ripley poetry reading group, Meet at Ripley Library, Grosvenor road,2nd and 4th Thursdays of each month, 2pm to 4pm.

Contact Janet Dawson, 01773 513247, for further details. salvation army, market street Drop-in Centre / Café 9.30 – 12.30 Contact Ruth Sheppard 07855 455093 / Joan Mellors 01773 783386 Zion methodist, market street Youth Club for ages 5-11 @6.30pm Contact: Freda Ludlam 01773 811875 J28, the common Platinum Seniors, 1st Thursday of the month Contact: 01773 810410 / j28church@btconnect.com / www.thejunction28church.com crafty cuppa and cake with optional crafts - Church of Christ Colledge Street, Riddings, from 10am – 12. Contact Beverley on 07880 816298, email enquiries@oscari.org. www.oscari.org oscari social cafe - 2 course home cooked meal, £2.50. 12 – 2pm.

Church of Christ Colledge Street, Riddings, from Contact Beverley on 07880 816298, email enquiries@oscari.org. www.oscari.org Coffee Morning For All 9.30am to 11.30am at the Riddings Park Community Centre (DE55 4EW). Come and enjoy a drink in pleasant company, all ages welcome, come and enjoy & make new friends. swanwick men’s shed - Now open to new members 3:30pm Wednesday and Thursday. Tea, cake and wood working projects. Turners Lane, Off Crays Hill, DE55 1AS. Contact Charlie Parkes 07967 378305

Friday riddings wI Meet on the 3rd Friday of each month at Hathersage Drive Community Centre, Leabrooks. 7-9pm. New Members welcome. Contact Marion on 01773 607104. alfreton rendezvous group Now meets at the Palmer Morewood Social Club on Hall Street.

Meetings start at 2 pm on the 2nd and 4th Fridays of each month.

Everyone is welcome. For more info call 01773 834281/747072.

J28, the common The Zone. School Years 6 – 11. 7.30 – 9.30.

50p entry plus tuck shop Contact: 01773 810410 / j28church@btconnect.com / www.thejunction28church.com shining stars youth group for under 12’s Church of Christ, Colledge Street, Riddings, from 6:30pm – 8pm every week. Contact Chris on 07738 221330 for more information. alfreton model railway’s society club Open from 7pm for our club nights. The model railway is open for running most weekends and school holidays 11am to 5pm. Contact secretary.arms@ btinternet.com, Fb: pg/alfretonmrs/about/, Butterley Station, Ripley, Derbyshire, DE5 3QZ, T: 07838 002459.

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a.d.a.s.c football club Various training sessions for 5 - 16 year olds. Availability for 5 year olds to start training next season and 6 & 7 years olds required for the summer league. Contact Barry on 01773 836017 Monthly Coffee Morning From Saturday 1st August held each month on the first Saturday from 10 am to noon. We will have a fantastic selection of scrumptious home-made cakes, Plants in variety and so much more. Entry is free. Held in Somercotes village hall, next to St Thomas parish church. Everyone Welcome.

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salvation army, market street Drop-in Centre / Café 9.30-12.30 Contact Ruth Sheppard 07855 455093 / Joan Mellors 01773 783386 st michaels & all angels parish church, church street, south normanton Coffee morning last Saturday of the month from 10:00am to 12noon. Cakes and goods for sale to raise money for the building fund. Everyone welcome! Contact: Rev Stephen Potter: 01773 811273 email: stephen.potter55@gmail.com

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greenwood archery Meet at Swanwick Pentrich Road Football Club on High@ield Road at 10am. Call Simone on 01773 602605 for more details. amber Valley Junior rugby Coaching for kids from 4yrs to 16yrs at Lower Somercotes (opposite Pye Bridge Ind Est). Sundays 10am. Contact Stuart 07966 867946 or Gareth 07595 520537. alfreton Heritage trust The Heritage Chapel on Rodgers Lane is open between 2 & 4pm. Visitors are welcome to browse & test the knowledge of Trust members. Contact Rachel Walker on 01773 832349 or visit www.alfretonheritage.org.uk café church A time to enjoy music and conversation in a relaxed atmosphere with refreshments - all welcome. Church of Christ Riddings, Colledge Street from 3pm. Call Chris 07738 221330. church of christ sunday service Meets every Sunday at 3pm at Colledge Street, Riddings. Everyone Welcome. table top sales At the Riddings Park Community Centre, West St, Riddings, DE55 4EW. First Sunday of the month, 10am to 12pm.

Entrance 20p. Sellers from 9am - £5 per table. To book ring Pat on 01773 541794 Zion methodist, market street Morning Worship @ 10.45am Contact: Freda Ludlam 01773 811875 J28, the common Morning Service @ 10.30am with ‘Energise’ children’s club. Evening Service @ 5pm Contact: 01773 810410 / j28church@btconnect.com / www.thejunction28church.com salvation army, market street Sunday Worship @ 10.30am followed by refreshments in the Drop-in Centre / Café Contact: Ruth Sheppard 07855 455093 / Joan Mellors 01773 783386 Community Church, Birchwood Room, Postmill Centre, off market street. 10.45am All Welcome.

Children’s activities during the meeting. Mark Oldershaw 07971547555 snccpastor@gmail.com swanwick Baptist church - Morning worship 10.45am every Sunday.

Occasional 6pm services and other activities are listed on our website www.swanwickbaptist.co.uk or contact Brian on 01773 833109 st michaels & all angels parish church, church street, south normanton We warmly welcome you to our services. 9:15am Holy Communion 1st Sunday of the month. 10:30am Cafe Church in the Church Hall each week. 4:30pm Evening Prayer or Holy Communion.

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Rambles with Rafa The sharp eyed amongst you may notice another doggy in the pics this month. Our foster dog Oscar got in on the action this month and it’s fair to say he loved the walk. I nearly lost my voice working on his recall!

This month’s walk makes use of the Maun Valley Trail which runs alongside the river Maun. So, if your furry friend likes a swim then prepare for a soggy doggy! A couple of miles into the walk the trial takes you past some fishing ponds so please make sure your dog doesn’t disturb the fishermen. After this the route diverts up a lane towards Clipstone and then around the edge of Forest Town providing some fantastic views before taking you back to the beginning along convenient lanes and byways.

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‘I had another interesting day last month’

I’ve had some feedback from friends and neighbours who were intrigued about my trip to Alfreton in January. You remember, it was when I nearly bought that talking dog.

Well, it just so happens that I came across a most unusual butcher in Derby the other week. I can’t remember his name, but you’ll find him in Normanton where, amongst the many products on offer are brains. I’d never seen these on sale before and went in to ask a few questions.

“Oh yes,” he said, “providing they are sourced from animals no older than 12 months, it is perfectly legal to sell the brains of, for example, calves, lambs and piglets. In certain societies they are very popular and regarded as a bit of a delicacy.”

He went on tell me that he occasionally got stock of human brains and that, when available, these were used in some specialist dishes and generally sold out very quickly. In fact, he went on, I received a consignment this morning and that if I looked in the window, I’d see a couple of trays of fresh human brains.

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customers. It’s a simple explanation, you see, as the female brains have been used, I have to charge less!”

While I give you a couple of minutes to reflect upon my visit to Derby... can I just say that I’ve a lot of support for my campaign to form a Union of Clever & Intelligent People or UCIP for short, and in particular I’ve received a number of radical manifesto proposals that will undoubtedly appeal to the masses.

A nice chap called George stopped me in the street just last week and asked what steps UCIP might take to combat climate change.

As de facto leader of this embryonic political organisation I replied that we recognised the issue but were still in the process of forming an official policy.

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“Would UCIP”, he suggested, “favour the introduction of legislation that made it illegal for anyone other than a fully grown bloke to touch the thermostat control on any domestic or workplace based central heating system?”

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Cooper’s Corner Follow Barry on Twitter @bazdjcooper Nottingham Forest writer at the Nottingham Post

Is our Barry right? Has the reaction to this incident been overblown? This was shocking behaviour on all sides but I can’t help but feel that a lot of people’s reactions came more from tribal loyalties rather than genuine disgust. Or was this simply beyond the pale?

The recent events involving Jamie Carragher and a family from north Wales once again show the mob mentality that exists within the modern world.

be sacked, never to work again, while as often happens in similar situations - the father concerned has been given death threats – the world we live in…

For those that haven’t seen, the former Liverpool captain, who now works as a pundit and summariser on Sky Sports, was filmed spitting towards a car on the way home from last month’s derby between Manchester United and Liverpool at Old Trafford. Carragher’s Liverpool were beaten 2-1 by United, and after some ‘goading’ as he called it, spat towards the man driving, only to hit a 14-year-old girl sat in the passenger seat.

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Carragher, who for what it’s worth is a quite brilliant and insightful addition to Sky’s coverage, was disgusting, but he’s made a mistake (a big one), like we all do. However, he shouldn’t be castigated anymore, should be allowed back to do his job from August and the family left alone.

I’m not trying to downplay the situation, and given the gravitas Carragher’s actions have had, given his profile, especially in front of youngsters, its important he’s criticised, but not vilified.

Let’s move on, let bygones be bygones and worry about more important things in the world, you know, Brexit, Russia, plastics killing the world and Derby’s playoff bid…

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