Vince Posted March 22, 2020 Report Share Posted March 22, 2020 Nothing changes for me work wise still doing 12/13 hour nights, horses still need looking after so that's most of my morning done. Converting a Norton Commando for flat track so that takes up the rest of my time and if I finish that I've the Ariel I used last year to convert to a green lane bike. If I run out of things that need doing this will have gone on for a very, very long time! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bald Bloke Posted March 22, 2020 Report Share Posted March 22, 2020 (edited) My Daughter works in the health industry, so can still get school care for her 2, but would rather not, so we are Mum n Dad from 8 till 2 week days and 8 till 8 weekends Edited March 22, 2020 by Bald Bloke Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr Snackette Posted March 22, 2020 Report Share Posted March 22, 2020 (edited) I live in Spain, and we have been in lockdown for a week now. The State of Alarm measures (amongst others) dictate the following: Leaving your home is limited to the following activities: buying food, going to the pharmacy or bank. Travelling between your workplace and place of residence. Taking care of children, the elderly and other especially vulnerable people. These activities are to be done alone, except when accompanying people with disabilities or for another justified reason. Vehicles cannot be shared, except for justified reasons. In this case, the passenger must sit at the rear of the car and both occupants of the vehicle must wear a mask. Pizzerias, hamburger joints, etc., must be closed to the public, and only home delivery is accepted. Petrol Stations may remain open to the public, however, the shops must be closed, as well as the cafeteria and bathroom, except for the use of lorry drivers, bus drivers, ambulances etc. All bars and restaurants must be closed. However, home delivery is permitted under the same conditions as fast-food businesses. Supermarkets, food shops, pharmacies, medical centres, opticians, orthopaedic centres, hygiene and cleaning product shops, press and stationery shops, tobacconists, telephone shops, pet shops for food only, dry cleaners and laundries may be open. Health security measures must be followed at all times. Law enforcement bodies may request documentation and proof for such presence on public roads, such as supermarket tickets, prescriptions, etc. In addition, pedestrians may be asked for their identification and sanctioned for repetitive, invalid and dishonest behaviour. My guess is the UK is around 10 days away from similar measures being introduced. As current experience is showing asking people to follow guidelines isn't working, so if the UK is serious about beating this thing. then far more prescriptive/draconian measures are needed! Edited March 22, 2020 by Mr Snackette 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steve roberts Posted March 22, 2020 Report Share Posted March 22, 2020 I've just come back from a spot of birdwatching and trust me to share a hide with someone who was deaf and admitting that he had left his hearing aid at home and insisted on coning over to me to speak showing me images that he had taken on his camera...he meant well but I couldn'y believe my luck! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steve roberts Posted March 22, 2020 Report Share Posted March 22, 2020 (edited) 14 minutes ago, Mr Snackette said: I live in Spain, and we have been in lockdown for a week now. The State of Alarm measures (amongst others) dictate the following: Leaving your home is limited to the following activities: buying food, going to the pharmacy or bank. Travelling between your workplace and place of residence. Taking care of children, the elderly and other especially vulnerable people. These activities are to be done alone, except when accompanying people with disabilities or for another justified reason. Vehicles cannot be shared, except for justified reasons. In this case, the passenger must sit at the rear of the car and both occupants of the vehicle must wear a mask. Pizzerias, hamburger joints, etc., must be closed to the public, and only home delivery is accepted. Petrol Stations may remain open to the public, however, the shops must be closed, as well as the cafeteria and bathroom, except for the use of lorry drivers, bus drivers, ambulances etc. All bars and restaurants must be closed. However, home delivery is permitted under the same conditions as fast-food businesses. Supermarkets, food shops, pharmacies, medical centres, opticians, orthopaedic centres, hygiene and cleaning product shops, press and stationery shops, tobacconists, telephone shops, pet shops for food only, dry cleaners and laundries may be open. Health security measures must be followed at all times. Law enforcement bodies may request documentation and proof for such presence on public roads, such as supermarket tickets, prescriptions, etc. In addition, pedestrians may be asked for their identification and sanctioned for repetitive, invalid and dishonest behaviour. My guess is the UK is around 10 days away from similar measures being introduced. As current experience is showing asking people to follow guidelines isn't working, so if the UK is serious about beating this thing. then far more prescriptive/draconian measures are needed! Yes I'm sure we will be seeing massive moves in the way that you have suggested. I'm due my weekly shop tomorrow and I'm not looking forward to it! Edited March 22, 2020 by steve roberts 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
norbold Posted March 22, 2020 Report Share Posted March 22, 2020 My son won't let me out the house. Both my wife (his mum) and my son (his brother) have died within the last two years and he doesn't want me to take any chances as he doesn't want to lose me as well. So, since last Tuesday I have just stayed at home. It's already driving me mad! Another three months - aaaarrrggghhhh!!!!! Anyway, he is just about to come round with a food parcel - my first since I have been in lockdown. He says he will leave it outside the front door. I hope it's got crumpets in it..... 3 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steve roberts Posted March 22, 2020 Report Share Posted March 22, 2020 Just now, norbold said: My son won't let me out the house. Both my wife (his mum) and my son (his brother) have died within the last two years and he doesn't want me to take any chances as he doesn't want to lose me as well. So, since last Tuesday I have just stayed at home. It's already driving me mad! Another three months - aaaarrrggghhhh!!!!! Anyway, he is just about to come round with a food parcel - my first since I have been in lockdown. He says he will leave it outside the front door. I hope it's got crumpets in it..... Good luck norbold...I'm having to monitor my mother's movements and it's going to be very stressful for both of us. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
arnieg Posted March 22, 2020 Report Share Posted March 22, 2020 6 minutes ago, norbold said: My son won't let me out the house. Both my wife (his mum) and my son (his brother) have died within the last two years and he doesn't want me to take any chances as he doesn't want to lose me as well. So, since last Tuesday I have just stayed at home. It's already driving me mad! Another three months - aaaarrrggghhhh!!!!! Anyway, he is just about to come round with a food parcel - my first since I have been in lockdown. He says he will leave it outside the front door. I hope it's got crumpets in it..... You could always write a book 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dontforgetthefueltapsbruv Posted March 22, 2020 Report Share Posted March 22, 2020 To Norbold and all those in the same boat - take care and I hope you have the family/friend network to keep you going and as sane as is possible 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jenga Posted March 22, 2020 Report Share Posted March 22, 2020 (edited) 38 minutes ago, arnieg said: You could always write a book or watch a live music stream tonight (22nd march) @ 8.30 from one of Cumbrias finest bands . find this stream @ flynts night in . it may take you to the twitter account. its actually on their facebook account . find info on both twitter and facebook by scrolling down the page . 45 mins of music and maybe even other stuff thrown in . wot more do you want for nowt ? Edited March 22, 2020 by jenga Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
screm Posted March 22, 2020 Report Share Posted March 22, 2020 1 hour ago, Mr Snackette said: I live in Spain, and we have been in lockdown for a week now. The State of Alarm measures (amongst others) dictate the following: Leaving your home is limited to the following activities: buying food, going to the pharmacy or bank. Travelling between your workplace and place of residence. Taking care of children, the elderly and other especially vulnerable people. These activities are to be done alone, except when accompanying people with disabilities or for another justified reason. Vehicles cannot be shared, except for justified reasons. In this case, the passenger must sit at the rear of the car and both occupants of the vehicle must wear a mask. Pizzerias, hamburger joints, etc., must be closed to the public, and only home delivery is accepted. Petrol Stations may remain open to the public, however, the shops must be closed, as well as the cafeteria and bathroom, except for the use of lorry drivers, bus drivers, ambulances etc. All bars and restaurants must be closed. However, home delivery is permitted under the same conditions as fast-food businesses. Supermarkets, food shops, pharmacies, medical centres, opticians, orthopaedic centres, hygiene and cleaning product shops, press and stationery shops, tobacconists, telephone shops, pet shops for food only, dry cleaners and laundries may be open. Health security measures must be followed at all times. Law enforcement bodies may request documentation and proof for such presence on public roads, such as supermarket tickets, prescriptions, etc. In addition, pedestrians may be asked for their identification and sanctioned for repetitive, invalid and dishonest behaviour. My guess is the UK is around 10 days away from similar measures being introduced. As current experience is showing asking people to follow guidelines isn't working, so if the UK is serious about beating this thing. then far more prescriptive/draconian measures are needed! Giving some of the scenes at supermarkets up and down the Country on social media its clear the advice on staying indoors and avoiding crowds is being largely ignored. That will leave the Government little option the call a lock down with the closure of non-essential shops. On a personal level I have continued to work, I work in the food manufacturing and distribution, even if we do go to lock down I guess that will continue. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
norbold Posted March 22, 2020 Report Share Posted March 22, 2020 My food parcel's arrived....no crumpets though! 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steve roberts Posted March 22, 2020 Report Share Posted March 22, 2020 14 minutes ago, norbold said: My food parcel's arrived....no crumpets though! What is it with the lack of crumpets? It's not as if people can stock pile them...defies logic to me but I've given up trying to get into the minds of the masses (not that I want to even go there in fear of what I might find!) 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iris123 Posted March 22, 2020 Report Share Posted March 22, 2020 Can't you do the shortage a body swerve and just buy a crumpet maker ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
waiheke1 Posted March 22, 2020 Report Share Posted March 22, 2020 4 hours ago, steve roberts said: What is it with the lack of crumpets? It's not as if people can stock pile them...defies logic to me but I've given up trying to get into the minds of the masses (not that I want to even go there in fear of what I might find!) Surely people can stock pile them - just whack them in the freezer? Crumpet shortage not yet hit nz... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steve roberts Posted March 22, 2020 Report Share Posted March 22, 2020 2 minutes ago, waiheke1 said: Surely people can stock pile them - just whack them in the freezer? Crumpet shortage not yet hit nz... I know who I'd like to whack in a freezer! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sidney the robin Posted March 22, 2020 Report Share Posted March 22, 2020 Loads to do with my speedway memorabilia collection, and lots of peace and quiet the wife is still at work lovely jubbly. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steve roberts Posted March 22, 2020 Report Share Posted March 22, 2020 2 hours ago, Sidney the robin said: Loads to do with my speedway memorabilia collection, and lots of peace and quiet the wife is still at work lovely jubbly. Wish I'd kept my programmes Sid...would have enjoyed ploughing thru' that little lot! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sidney the robin Posted March 22, 2020 Report Share Posted March 22, 2020 8 minutes ago, steve roberts said: Wish I'd kept my programmes Sid...would have enjoyed ploughing thru' that little lot! Have been sorting all of my White City programmes out Steve, forgot just how good Gordon Kennett was around his home track. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gemini Posted March 22, 2020 Report Share Posted March 22, 2020 (edited) 9 hours ago, screm said: Giving some of the scenes at supermarkets up and down the Country on social media its clear the advice on staying indoors and avoiding crowds is being largely ignored. How are you supposed to get weekly groceries then if not going to the supermarket? I certainly don't want to but ASDA have stopped online shopping that I have been using for over three years. Edited March 22, 2020 by Gemini 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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