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Meanwhile in very important news

Women can now wear trousers at the Henley Royal Regatta everywhere after it changed its "draconian" dress code.

Previously women could only wear a dress or skirt with a hemline below the knee to gain access to the Steward's Enclosure at the annual event in Henley-on-Thames, Oxfordshire.

For the first time in decades women can now wear trousers and trouser suits.

Regatta chairman Sir Steve Redgrave said organisers believed women should wear trousers if they wished to.

It comes after a petition last year by a University of Oxford rower who called the dress code "draconian".

Sir Steve said the dress code at the Steward's Enclosure was only adopted in the late 1970s.

"We felt with the introduction of all the new events for females, if they would like to wear trousers, they should be allowed to wear trousers," he said.

"Within investitures they now allow trousers as well, so we've eased our dress code for that same sort of reason."

The Steward's Enclosure is only open to stewards who organise the regatta, members - who can reportedly wait years to be given membership - and their guests.

It is described by one rowing website as the "equivalent of the Royal Enclosure at Ascot", and has the best view of the finish line.

Men are required to wear lounge suits, or jackets, or blazers with trousers, together with a tie or a cravat.

Izzie Mayhew-Smith, who was wearing trousers to the Steward's Enclosure, said: "It was a lot easier to find something to wear in my wardrobe, and I think it's good because men can wear trousers so we should be able to as well.

"The regatta becoming more modernised will maybe encourage more people to come and it's not just something for older people that's old fashioned."

Lucy O'Neill added: "Trousers are just more comfortable personally and it's easier to walk around and sit down, so I've enjoyed wearing my trousers today."

In previous years women could only wear trousers in the Regatta Enclosure - which did not have a formal dress code.

A trouser ban remains for women at some private member clubs alongside the river where spectators watch the regatta from.

The petition last year calling for changes to the dress code attracted nearly 1,700 signatures.

The annual five-day event, which is taking place from 11-15 August, has resumed after it was cancelled last year for the first time in its history outside of the World Wars due to Covid-19.

Henley Royal Regatta sees rowers battle it out on the River Thames over five days of racing, attracting huge crowds.

It was first staged in 1839 and attracts participants ranging from Olympians, university and school teams, to amateur clubs.
 
markysimmo said:
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Meanwhile in very important news

Women can now wear trousers at the Henley Royal Regatta everywhere after it changed its "draconian" dress code.

Previously women could only wear a dress or skirt with a hemline below the knee to gain access to the Steward's Enclosure at the annual event in Henley-on-Thames, Oxfordshire.

For the first time in decades women can now wear trousers and trouser suits.

Regatta chairman Sir Steve Redgrave said organisers believed women should wear trousers if they wished to.

It comes after a petition last year by a University of Oxford rower who called the dress code "draconian".

Sir Steve said the dress code at the Steward's Enclosure was only adopted in the late 1970s.

"We felt with the introduction of all the new events for females, if they would like to wear trousers, they should be allowed to wear trousers," he said.

"Within investitures they now allow trousers as well, so we've eased our dress code for that same sort of reason."

The Steward's Enclosure is only open to stewards who organise the regatta, members - who can reportedly wait years to be given membership - and their guests.

It is described by one rowing website as the "equivalent of the Royal Enclosure at Ascot", and has the best view of the finish line.

Men are required to wear lounge suits, or jackets, or blazers with trousers, together with a tie or a cravat.

Izzie Mayhew-Smith, who was wearing trousers to the Steward's Enclosure, said: "It was a lot easier to find something to wear in my wardrobe, and I think it's good because men can wear trousers so we should be able to as well.

"The regatta becoming more modernised will maybe encourage more people to come and it's not just something for older people that's old fashioned."

Lucy O'Neill added: "Trousers are just more comfortable personally and it's easier to walk around and sit down, so I've enjoyed wearing my trousers today."

In previous years women could only wear trousers in the Regatta Enclosure - which did not have a formal dress code.

A trouser ban remains for women at some private member clubs alongside the river where spectators watch the regatta from.

The petition last year calling for changes to the dress code attracted nearly 1,700 signatures.

The annual five-day event, which is taking place from 11-15 August, has resumed after it was cancelled last year for the first time in its history outside of the World Wars due to Covid-19.

Henley Royal Regatta sees rowers battle it out on the River Thames over five days of racing, attracting huge crowds.

It was first staged in 1839 and attracts participants ranging from Olympians, university and school teams, to amateur clubs.
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Wait... i thought it was only "the muslim" that told women what to wear?

Personally Im all for a law that states that women have to wear skirts... with stockings just a little showing... and high heels ;)
 
markysimmo said:
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Meanwhile in very important news

Women can now wear trousers at the Henley Royal Regatta everywhere after it changed its "draconian" dress code.

Previously women could only wear a dress or skirt with a hemline below the knee to gain access to the Steward's Enclosure at the annual event in Henley-on-Thames, Oxfordshire.

For the first time in decades women can now wear trousers and trouser suits.

Regatta chairman Sir Steve Redgrave said organisers believed women should wear trousers if they wished to.

It comes after a petition last year by a University of Oxford rower who called the dress code "draconian".

Sir Steve said the dress code at the Steward's Enclosure was only adopted in the late 1970s.

"We felt with the introduction of all the new events for females, if they would like to wear trousers, they should be allowed to wear trousers," he said.

"Within investitures they now allow trousers as well, so we've eased our dress code for that same sort of reason."

The Steward's Enclosure is only open to stewards who organise the regatta, members - who can reportedly wait years to be given membership - and their guests.

It is described by one rowing website as the "equivalent of the Royal Enclosure at Ascot", and has the best view of the finish line.

Men are required to wear lounge suits, or jackets, or blazers with trousers, together with a tie or a cravat.

Izzie Mayhew-Smith, who was wearing trousers to the Steward's Enclosure, said: "It was a lot easier to find something to wear in my wardrobe, and I think it's good because men can wear trousers so we should be able to as well.

"The regatta becoming more modernised will maybe encourage more people to come and it's not just something for older people that's old fashioned."

Lucy O'Neill added: "Trousers are just more comfortable personally and it's easier to walk around and sit down, so I've enjoyed wearing my trousers today."

In previous years women could only wear trousers in the Regatta Enclosure - which did not have a formal dress code.

A trouser ban remains for women at some private member clubs alongside the river where spectators watch the regatta from.

The petition last year calling for changes to the dress code attracted nearly 1,700 signatures.

The annual five-day event, which is taking place from 11-15 August, has resumed after it was cancelled last year for the first time in its history outside of the World Wars due to Covid-19.

Henley Royal Regatta sees rowers battle it out on the River Thames over five days of racing, attracting huge crowds.

It was first staged in 1839 and attracts participants ranging from Olympians, university and school teams, to amateur clubs.
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Well as long as they don't ban trannies when they turn up in dresses I am all for it.
 
Sadly a man drowned trying to cross the Channel yesterday. I for one am saddened by this, guess some of you not so much so. Think it shows I have more of a heart and soul then some of you.


French prosecutors have launched a manslaughter investigation following the man's death.

This morning French coastguard officers were informed that ‘a number of migrant boats were in difficulty,’ said a border force source in France.

‘The Elena cargo ship reported as many 40 migrants in the sea, 13 nautical miles off Dunkirk.

‘They were all on a flimsy boat that was thought to have been provided by people smugglers, before it sank.

‘A search and rescue operation was launched, and it included the fishing vessels Nicolas Jérémy and Notre Dame de Boulogne, as well as a fast rescue boat from the Elena.’
 
P.D. said:
I'd never heard of this guy (David Skelton) but I think the article is spot on around the new version of snobbery, will try and give his new book a read - https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-58186519
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The is nothing there to disagree with. Obvious why bliar wanted 50% of kids to go to university, was one big Ponzi scheme.

Local news just said 520 people came ashore illegally on Thursday alone. Nothing to see there though, no need for comment absolutely fine.

Next time we go away and come back through passport control I might just tell those minimum wage guys sat at their desk to go fcuk themselves hahaha what a country when only some have to follow the rules and others do not have to.:):D
 
Lilbaz said:
There is. They know exactly what the tories are. They just think labour is worse.
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I get that. It’s not so much the Conservatives offer anything to me, it’s just that Labour is a shambles.

However, if you are working class (whatever the definition of it) you’re voting to keep the rich rich and for you to stay in your place - to keep your type largely uneducated and ensure you don’t take wealth away from the establishment. The turkeys vote for Xmas.

Unless Labour are given a chance they can’t prove themselves. But I fear they are so out of date with modern politics and lack talent, it’s hard to see a way back anytime soon. So we end up with Boris and co. Everyone knows they are clowns but the nation votes for them. It’s more like Stockholm syndrome than a vote for anything of substance.


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SpurMeUp said:
I get that. It’s not so much the Conservatives offer anything to me, it’s just that Labour is a shambles.

However, if you are working class (whatever the definition of it) you’re voting to keep the rich rich and for you to stay in your place - to keep your type largely uneducated and ensure you don’t take wealth away from the establishment. The turkeys vote for Xmas.

Unless Labour are given a chance they can’t prove themselves. But I fear they are so out of date with modern politics and lack talent, it’s hard to see a way back anytime soon. So we end up with Boris and co. Everyone knows they are clowns but the nation votes for them. It’s more like Stockholm syndrome than a vote for anything of substance.


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If you are working class social networks are more important than money.
 
Lilbaz said:
If you are working class social networks are more important than money.
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By definition, you'd be a socialist then. Yet they vote for Conservatives. I understand why. It is more an indictment of Labour that they can't point this out, or carry any faith among this group who should be brethren. Labour have become woke and dull and they don't represent these people much. Or are not seen to offer people much. Just a lack of ability and communication within Labour sadly.
 
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SpurMeUp said:
By definition, you'd be a socialist then. Yet they vote for Conservatives. I understand why. It is more an indictment of Labour that they can't point this out, or carry any faith among this group who should be brethren. Labour have become woke and dull and they don't represent these people much. Or are not seen to offer people much. Just a lack of ability and communication sadly.
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Doubt many are really socialist anymore. Or full on capitalist. Most popular stance to win votes seems to be slightly left economically, slightly right socially.
 
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Danishfurniturelover said:
Yep, as long as they get their benefits they don't care. No political party will ever cut their benefits and make them work.
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No, it means when you are working your mum can pick up the kids from school. If you need to decorate the house your mates will help out. If you're too old to walk to the shops a neighbour will help out.

Nothing to do with benefits.

It's about people helping each other. Those too lazy to work soon find social networks cut.
 
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