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I agree. That is why I said 'Some Dog Owners...'

On three occasions I've had a dog run up to me. On two occasions, including one last week, the dog was aggressive. The third time it was a whippet who was being playful but did nip me on the leg. On each occasion, the dog owners were completely ineffectual. The owner of the aggressive Staffordshire didn't call the dog off at all and the other two owner's attempts were pathetic and half hearted. I have a friend who is a dog walker. She says that you need to shout at the dog. You call its name and say 'come here.' loudly.. If you are a dog owner, you need to learn how to control your dog, or keep it on a lead.

I was thinking of starting a book club where we read personal development books. If you're interested, comment below or send me a PM. Simon

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Unfortunately, some people didn't contribute in a constructive way - speaking over others wasn't useful. Did you speak up and say anything sensible or constructive? Maybe consider why people were angry. The Council want to impose the CPZ and constructed the meeting so that people wouldn't get the opportunity to see how others felt. This is not consultation. It's a con and it's insulting. I don't think Councillor McAsh's responses were well presented at all. Yes it was a small minority. A few people kept speaking over others. This was annoying. The majority of people waited their turn to speak. The Councillor didn't really address some of the questions asked and clearly didn't want an open meeting in the first place!

I would guess around 100 - 120 people. In other boroughs there have been court cases. This is only a done deal if we all roll over. I agree - their legacy will be a loss of trust in the Labour Party. I saw the look of shame on one Councillor's face as he left the building. It is only a done deal if people roll over and accept it. Other boroughs have taken court action Thanks for this information Richard. I hope others get involved - I will.

I have just returned from a consultation meeting on the Streets For People' at the Church in Barry Road. When I arrived, people were queuing outside the Church - the reason was that they had to wait their turn to sit in small groups to chat with a Councillor. It is clear that this was designed to avoid an open discussion on the imposition of a controlled parking zone (CPZ) in East Dulwich. It was also clear that the majority of people attending the meeting were not in favour of such 'divide and rule' tactics - and we ended up having an open meeting. I am shocked that a Labour Council could stoop so low as to treat the people they represent with such contempt and shocked that Labour Councillors would participate in such an exercise. We were told that it had been made clear on the website/eventbrite that this was how the meeting would be held - I have just looked, to see this is patently not the case - see screenshots. One Councillor stated there has not been any consultation on whether people want a CPZ - the views of the people they represent aren't courted - the Council knows best. This is at odds with the website that says: "Why your views matter We want your views on the Streets for People proposal in your area. In particular we want your input on what days and hours you would prefer the controlled parking to operate - it is important to answer these questions even if your own preference is not to have controlled parking." Why tell us our views matter and the pretence of consultation if this has already been decided? Only one person at the meeting said they were in favour of the CPZ- by a show of hands. Others had left by this point - in disgust. I had hoped to be convinced that this would be a beneficial thing for East Dulwich, but the Councillor failed to make the case for imposing a CPZ. This amounts to meddling by the Council. If the majority of people are in favour (or don't care), so be it. There is no guarantee that this can be stopped, but the only way there is any chance of stopping this is if enough people object to this. Perhaps those of us who feel the same way could get together and consider what action we can take. Shall we roll over or kick off?

I?m planning to do a chap called Brian Johnson?s Optimize Coach 300 day course. It?s been scientifically validated ? they have some great speakers/trainers in the faculty. It normally costs $1000 ? but at the moment two people can do it for $300. If you?re interested let me know. If you want to do the course, happy to share the cost. https://www.optimize.me/coach It starts 3 January. Feel free to PM of text me. Simon 07906 568843

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HI ALL If anyone is local SE22 has a car with jump leads - any chance of a jump start - I have a flat battery. if you can help, (I will slip you a few bob for your time), can you call me on: 07906 568843 Thanks Simon

I'm also interested... Will PM you

I heard some techie talking about this... Do you like the idea!? :)

Don't know JohnL... Possibly. Do you mean re; criminal activity?

Sorry snoopy17 missed your message. Benefits: It's faster Is a requirement for SMART tech - it means that you would be able to turn your kettle on without having to get up, run your bath whilst you are travelling home etc etc. Think they are talking about it be used for cars- driverless..