10-07-2013, 11:30 AM
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Re: Sir Andy Murray?????
Originally Posted by Grumblewagon
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Do you extend your disaproval to all sports and other entertainments?So, no athletes, no footballers or managers, no racing drivers, no yachtsmen/women, no musicians or singers, actors etc?? In fact anyone in 'the public eye' irrespective of what they've done?
Do you want a 2 (or multi-) tier honours system?
10-07-2013, 11:48 AM
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Re: Sir Andy Murray?????
Originally Posted by Grumblewagon
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Do you extend your disaproval to all sports and other entertainments?So, no athletes, no footballers or managers, no racing drivers, no yachtsmen/women, no musicians or singers, actors etc?? In fact anyone in 'the public eye' irrespective of what they've done?
Do you want a 2 (or multi-) tier honours system?
10-07-2013, 04:55 PM
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Re: Sir Andy Murray?????
Originally Posted by Grumblewagon
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Do you extend your disaproval to all sports and other entertainments?So, no athletes, no footballers or managers, no racing drivers, no yachtsmen/women, no musicians or singers, actors etc?? In fact anyone in 'the public eye' irrespective of what they've done?
10-07-2013, 04:56 PM
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Re: Sir Andy Murray?????
Originally Posted by orangutan
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Well said, plantman!
10-07-2013, 06:39 PM
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B-V, surely the thing about "celebrities" is that they can use their influence for good causes - because they are "cleberities". So, if I understand correctly, you disaprove of say, a musician, receiving an honour for being a musician, even if they use their work as a musician to raise loads for charity. However if they do the same thing without using to their musical ability, then that is worthy of an honour ??That's like saying a world famous doctor shouldn't be given an honour for discovering a cure for lurgi - because he is a doctor and that's his job!
10-07-2013, 06:46 PM
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But - why shouldn't they use their influence and give something back to those less fortunate, they dont need a medal for that unless - they go out to needy countries or go out to our homeless people here and work hands on as - so many ordinary folk do, even giving up their lifestyle to do so.These people 'are' incredible and totally selfless .....
10-07-2013, 07:24 PM
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My 'sixpence worth'. I have disagreed with the honours system for years.A 'celebrity' usually gets a fair whack for following his/her chosen path, plus the recognition of success. I think that more applause should be given to the 'unsung heroes' of whom we hear very little..........
Just my view.
Gwyn
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