| Slipping through the net 18:05 - May 29 with 3685 views | dickythorpe |
Just heard a neighbour of mine say that someone has travelled up to Ross on Wye from Cross Hands and back today.
If I travelled from Carmarthen to Tenby this sunny evening I guarantee I would get stopped. |  | | |  |
| Slipping through the net on 14:59 - May 30 with 1055 views | krunchykarrot |
| Slipping through the net on 14:53 - May 30 by karnataka |
Agree 100% but action, common sense and discipline are all disappearing over the horizon so hope may soon be all we have unless we have record June rainfall to keep everyone indoors instead of on the nation's beaches. |
Because we have no testing to speak of in Wales Dickford thinks that locking us in will be beneficial.
My local pub has a beer garden wher he could open up with good custom with 2m rule even better with less.
People have got to be trusted. |  | | |
| Slipping through the net on 15:02 - May 30 with 1045 views | krunchykarrot |
| Slipping through the net on 14:53 - May 30 by karnataka |
Agree 100% but action, common sense and discipline are all disappearing over the horizon so hope may soon be all we have unless we have record June rainfall to keep everyone indoors instead of on the nation's beaches. |
Again whats wrong with going to the beach as long as you social distance, i just don't get it. | | | |
| Slipping through the net on 15:02 - May 30 with 1048 views | exiledclaseboy |
| Slipping through the net on 18:17 - May 29 by Highjack |
I honestly don’t think anybody gives a f*ck about enforcing “lockdown” anymore. You can pretty much do whatever you like. |
The politicians have made it impossible to enforce to be fair. The police have got no chance. |  |
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| Slipping through the net on 15:04 - May 30 with 1044 views | dickythorpe |
We need to look at the areas that have low infection rates and no new cases or deaths and slowly start to reopen.
Drakeford doesn't want the hassle of a county by county approach he just wants a "One Wales approach" which isn't fair as many areas could slowly open up to locals.
It's never going to be policed properly as people will flout the 5 mile only rule and rightly or wrongly claim they travel further than that to work or supermarkets. | | | |
| Slipping through the net on 15:06 - May 30 with 1041 views | Catullus |
| Slipping through the net on 14:53 - May 30 by karnataka |
Agree 100% but action, common sense and discipline are all disappearing over the horizon so hope may soon be all we have unless we have record June rainfall to keep everyone indoors instead of on the nation's beaches. |
I'm not really a beach person, lucky me. I'm also lucky to have a decent sized garden and good neighbours. The question is, how long can people, more especially us of 'shielding' status, keep ourselves locked away without causing just as much damage just of a different kind?
Then there's the kids, when is it safe to open up schools and when we do (my son being 11) will I then literally be living in the one bedroom and keeping away from my own family? With all 3 of us being at home we chose to isolate as a family, getting as much as possible delivered or fetched by neighbours which probably preserved what little sanity I have left! |  |
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| Slipping through the net on 15:07 - May 30 with 1041 views | Whiterockin |
| Slipping through the net on 14:59 - May 30 by krunchykarrot |
Because we have no testing to speak of in Wales Dickford thinks that locking us in will be beneficial.
My local pub has a beer garden wher he could open up with good custom with 2m rule even better with less.
People have got to be trusted. |
I think you find that by the time the pubs open social distancing will be 1 meter like Italy. Don't be surprised if when pubs do open you have to book a table in advance and have an allotted time slot. It will be a long time before you can just pop in for a pint. |  | | |
| Slipping through the net on 15:17 - May 30 with 1024 views | krunchykarrot |
| Slipping through the net on 15:07 - May 30 by Whiterockin |
I think you find that by the time the pubs open social distancing will be 1 meter like Italy. Don't be surprised if when pubs do open you have to book a table in advance and have an allotted time slot. It will be a long time before you can just pop in for a pint. |
The Westbourne was a bit premature getting rid of the App and table pumps. Rumour mill has it that the distance will drop shortly, helping the holiday companies and airlines, but eff me you have to have balls of steel to make some of these calls.
Our canteen has managed it in work quite easily, just needs a bit of thought, one way system and away to go. My mate is saying Amazon in Swansea are unbelievable in scoping out.
When is Dickford going to roll out the Kits from Pencoed, ive heard they have been ready for weeks. | | | |
| Slipping through the net on 15:34 - May 30 with 1013 views | Whiterockin |
| Slipping through the net on 15:17 - May 30 by krunchykarrot |
The Westbourne was a bit premature getting rid of the App and table pumps. Rumour mill has it that the distance will drop shortly, helping the holiday companies and airlines, but eff me you have to have balls of steel to make some of these calls.
Our canteen has managed it in work quite easily, just needs a bit of thought, one way system and away to go. My mate is saying Amazon in Swansea are unbelievable in scoping out.
When is Dickford going to roll out the Kits from Pencoed, ive heard they have been ready for weeks. |
Your canteen probably doesn't sell alcohol and have the problems that come with this.Plus it knows who has visited it within reason.
Any business that serves alcohol is licensed for a reason. Wetherspoons have stated all orders will be made by app only with table service, the app is being updated to enable table bookings, the bar will not be open you to order. This will be rolled out throughout the industry. The reasons are that you can not have people congregating in any areas, plus all people in the pub or restaurant will need to be traceable for the new test and trace system. Any premises that cannot provide this in some shape or form will not be allowed to open. [Post edited 30 May 2020 16:26]
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| Slipping through the net on 15:52 - May 30 with 1002 views | karnataka |
| Slipping through the net on 15:02 - May 30 by krunchykarrot |
Again whats wrong with going to the beach as long as you social distance, i just don't get it. |
There is absolutely nothing wrong with going to the beach provided everyone sticks to social distancing but the reality is that far too many don't which means that even those who try to will probably fail. 8th May (VE day), Weston-super-Mare beach was standing room only in places and 2 weeks later, Weston hospital announced it was full and not accepting any more patients. That is not coincidence. The West Country currently has the highest R0 in the UK and it is rising and that's probably because it consists almost entirely of a variety of tourist attractions and beaches. You say people need to be trusted and most probably can be but it's the growing number of ones who can't that are the problem and it's always a minority that spoil things.
Scientific advisers Professor John Edmunds and Sir Jeremy Farrar have both publicly stated that it is too soon to further relax lockdown rules. |  | | |
| Slipping through the net on 16:08 - May 30 with 982 views | krunchykarrot |
| Slipping through the net on 15:52 - May 30 by karnataka |
There is absolutely nothing wrong with going to the beach provided everyone sticks to social distancing but the reality is that far too many don't which means that even those who try to will probably fail. 8th May (VE day), Weston-super-Mare beach was standing room only in places and 2 weeks later, Weston hospital announced it was full and not accepting any more patients. That is not coincidence. The West Country currently has the highest R0 in the UK and it is rising and that's probably because it consists almost entirely of a variety of tourist attractions and beaches. You say people need to be trusted and most probably can be but it's the growing number of ones who can't that are the problem and it's always a minority that spoil things.
Scientific advisers Professor John Edmunds and Sir Jeremy Farrar have both publicly stated that it is too soon to further relax lockdown rules. |
Why would you want to go on a beach where there was standing room only and get out of your safe zone. Mounted police could sort that out, and administer fines. Then if the loonies kick off we can stick them in Swansea Nick where there is record overcrowding to satisfy their needs. | | | |
| Slipping through the net on 16:38 - May 30 with 962 views | monmouth |
| Slipping through the net on 15:52 - May 30 by karnataka |
There is absolutely nothing wrong with going to the beach provided everyone sticks to social distancing but the reality is that far too many don't which means that even those who try to will probably fail. 8th May (VE day), Weston-super-Mare beach was standing room only in places and 2 weeks later, Weston hospital announced it was full and not accepting any more patients. That is not coincidence. The West Country currently has the highest R0 in the UK and it is rising and that's probably because it consists almost entirely of a variety of tourist attractions and beaches. You say people need to be trusted and most probably can be but it's the growing number of ones who can't that are the problem and it's always a minority that spoil things.
Scientific advisers Professor John Edmunds and Sir Jeremy Farrar have both publicly stated that it is too soon to further relax lockdown rules. |
A friend from Portishead said that the area is apparently just reaching the peak. Is that true? If so then there's no way there should be a blanket approach to restrictions. |  |
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| Slipping through the net on 18:02 - May 30 with 913 views | karnataka |
| Slipping through the net on 16:38 - May 30 by monmouth |
A friend from Portishead said that the area is apparently just reaching the peak. Is that true? If so then there's no way there should be a blanket approach to restrictions. |
I'm not sure about it just reaching its peak here because the R0 did drop as it did elsewhere but has now risen again suggesting that it might be a 2nd peak. The surge in cases had been linked to the VE celebrations on 8th May when lockdown rules were abandoned and the fear is that the Bank Holiday weekend may result in another similar surge that Weston Hospital can't cope with atm but hopefully there may be capacity at Southmeads Bristol, Musgrove Park Taunton and possibly Nightingale Bristol or maybe at Weston itself if some patients have been moved to the other 3 hospitals. We will have to wait and see I guess. | | | |
| Slipping through the net on 20:16 - May 30 with 880 views | 1983 |
Mean while in Ingerland
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-
Been out today beaches & parks are thriving and everyone is emptying the shelves for booze & BBQ food for parties at home
Everyone was cautious in England for the first few days now nobody gives a sh1t [Post edited 30 May 2020 20:20]
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| Slipping through the net on 08:31 - May 31 with 796 views | epaul |
I'm still of a mind to say f*ck that, the beach is a 10 min stroll away, my garden is big enough and I've got a massive paddling pool which I've refilled every day so far, it'll do me for the summer, other than taking the dog for her daily walk and shopping once a week plus work where we're able to social distance I ain't going anywhere else |  |
| The hair and the beard have gone I am now conforming to society, tis a sad day
The b*stards are coming back though |
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| Slipping through the net on 09:25 - May 31 with 764 views | dickythorpe |
Edit- the person who drove from West Wales to Ross works for the NHS . | | | |
| Slipping through the net on 11:03 - May 31 with 711 views | NotLoyal |
| Slipping through the net on 08:31 - May 31 by epaul |
I'm still of a mind to say f*ck that, the beach is a 10 min stroll away, my garden is big enough and I've got a massive paddling pool which I've refilled every day so far, it'll do me for the summer, other than taking the dog for her daily walk and shopping once a week plus work where we're able to social distance I ain't going anywhere else |
Good decision paul. |  |
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| Slipping through the net on 11:08 - May 31 with 706 views | sainthelens |
| Slipping through the net on 08:31 - May 31 by epaul |
I'm still of a mind to say f*ck that, the beach is a 10 min stroll away, my garden is big enough and I've got a massive paddling pool which I've refilled every day so far, it'll do me for the summer, other than taking the dog for her daily walk and shopping once a week plus work where we're able to social distance I ain't going anywhere else |
"Big garden/massive pool".
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| Slipping through the net on 13:10 - May 31 with 666 views | Catullus |
| Slipping through the net on 11:08 - May 31 by sainthelens |
"Big garden/massive pool".
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I hope he's not on a water meter!
Our garden is a fair size but I still need to get out to the park/playing fields flor my own sanity. | |
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| Slipping through the net on 13:44 - May 31 with 645 views | chad |
Would love to drive down to Pembroke to see my sister in her garden. To be honest if you are in your car and don’t even need to stop for petrol, don’t see the difference.
Of course I am ultra careful, I suppose we have to suffer for those that would take advantage. |  | | |
| Slipping through the net on 13:50 - May 31 with 641 views | dickythorpe |
Come down to Carmarthen and I'll take you to Pembroke.......it'll be a laugh!!!!! | | | |
| Slipping through the net on 14:28 - May 31 with 621 views | chad |
| Slipping through the net on 13:50 - May 31 by dickythorpe |
Come down to Carmarthen and I'll take you to Pembroke.......it'll be a laugh!!!!! |
Had lots of fun in Carmarthen in the past :) used to work there. Actually lived in Abergwili for a time (the name always made me smile). Of course regularly drive through on our way to Pembroke (until mid March). Used to keep the Bucks at Saint Clears in business. Sure I saw Theresa May there once?
Dear heart Drakey doesn’t allow me as far as the M4 though nowadays.
Could hike across Gower, except fell flat forward down some garden steps 6 weeks ago, did in my shin, knees and hand and am still limping. luckily had a set of crutches. Too nesh to go to A&E. | | | |
| Slipping through the net on 18:57 - May 31 with 575 views | karnataka |
| Slipping through the net on 18:02 - May 30 by karnataka |
I'm not sure about it just reaching its peak here because the R0 did drop as it did elsewhere but has now risen again suggesting that it might be a 2nd peak. The surge in cases had been linked to the VE celebrations on 8th May when lockdown rules were abandoned and the fear is that the Bank Holiday weekend may result in another similar surge that Weston Hospital can't cope with atm but hopefully there may be capacity at Southmeads Bristol, Musgrove Park Taunton and possibly Nightingale Bristol or maybe at Weston itself if some patients have been moved to the other 3 hospitals. We will have to wait and see I guess. |
North Somerset have announced that schools in the area will not be reopening this coming week and won't be until Weston Hospital is able to cope with the possibility of additional Covid cases that may arise if schools reopen. I can't say I'm disappointed at this news as Weston is our nearest hospital. | | | |
| Slipping through the net on 19:40 - May 31 with 556 views | dickythorpe |
| Slipping through the net on 14:28 - May 31 by chad |
Had lots of fun in Carmarthen in the past :) used to work there. Actually lived in Abergwili for a time (the name always made me smile). Of course regularly drive through on our way to Pembroke (until mid March). Used to keep the Bucks at Saint Clears in business. Sure I saw Theresa May there once?
Dear heart Drakey doesn’t allow me as far as the M4 though nowadays.
Could hike across Gower, except fell flat forward down some garden steps 6 weeks ago, did in my shin, knees and hand and am still limping. luckily had a set of crutches. Too nesh to go to A&E. |
St.Clears what a good bunch. The Black Lion was a haunt of mine.
Unfortunately the Starbucks doesn't take you into the place as it's just off the roundabout where one road takes you to Tenby/Pembroke the other Haverfordwest/St.Davids.
Incredibly busy at peak times but time it right and it can be peaceful.
When the sun sets it's dreamlike driving West.
Great Chinese takeaway there, gym , spar, co-op and the County Stores bakery is fantastic.
Corvus was a good pub too. [Post edited 31 May 2020 19:44]
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| Slipping through the net on 19:42 - May 31 with 553 views | londonlisa2001 |
| Slipping through the net on 18:57 - May 31 by karnataka |
North Somerset have announced that schools in the area will not be reopening this coming week and won't be until Weston Hospital is able to cope with the possibility of additional Covid cases that may arise if schools reopen. I can't say I'm disappointed at this news as Weston is our nearest hospital. |
The problem in Weston appears to be within NHS staff not the local community unless reports are mistaken? 6% of staff tested positive while having no symptoms apparently. Thankfully they shut up shop immediately and it didn’t spread to patients (it seems from testing).
May be some sort of superspreader incident among staff?
Many schools won’t open (under half in England are tomorrow according to one report I saw). Sensible for each area and each school to do it when they feel safe as it varies so much. | | | |
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