Pans Jambo Posted September 1, 2021 Share Posted September 1, 2021 21 hours ago, Ked said: Listening to a guy on radio this morning. He posed the question of how many people do you know who work in/on renewables. I knew a few via the wind farm construction side. Was wondering if any of you knew many? I know a lad that installs the electric transformers at the windfarm sites and I also know a guy that services the turbines. My neighbour round the corner got PV panels installed on his roof last month. There were 3 guys fitting them. I have no idea who they were but I am fairly sure they were humans. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Governor Tarkin Posted September 1, 2021 Share Posted September 1, 2021 8 minutes ago, Pans Jambo said: There were 3 guys fitting them. I have no idea who they were but I am fairly sure they were humans. In the Pans? Doubtful. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pans Jambo Posted September 1, 2021 Share Posted September 1, 2021 Just now, Governor Tarkin said: In the Pans? Doubtful. Nice try Gov....was Port Seton, I moved 6 years ago. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Howdy Doody Jambo Posted September 1, 2021 Share Posted September 1, 2021 This new GreenSNP party will have to highjack the Hibs flag now to wave at Holyrood 🇳🇬 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Governor Tarkin Posted September 1, 2021 Share Posted September 1, 2021 7 minutes ago, Pans Jambo said: Nice try Gov....was Port Seton, I moved 6 years ago. You say that like its a good thing. 🤷♂️ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pans Jambo Posted September 1, 2021 Share Posted September 1, 2021 Just now, Governor Tarkin said: You say that like its a good thing. 🤷♂️ Wonderful wee village. Lovely to walk the dog along the John Muir way. The Thorntree Pub is very welcoming and the new Seaglass Inn does really nice food. Great chippy's, friendly folk and not much crime as far as I can see. Rammed full of you Edinburgh lot the minute the sun comes out at the weekends so it cant be all that bad! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jack D and coke Posted September 1, 2021 Share Posted September 1, 2021 25 minutes ago, Pans Jambo said: Wonderful wee village. Lovely to walk the dog along the John Muir way. The Thorntree Pub is very welcoming and the new Seaglass Inn does really nice food. Great chippy's, friendly folk and not much crime as far as I can see. Rammed full of you Edinburgh lot the minute the sun comes out at the weekends so it cant be all that bad! Aye it’s good down there I’ve thought about looking for a place down port seton lately. Musselburgh house prices fecking ridiculous now. 50’s and 60’s over the asking for a couple I’ve looked at. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JudyJudyJudy Posted September 1, 2021 Share Posted September 1, 2021 33 minutes ago, Pans Jambo said: Wonderful wee village. Lovely to walk the dog along the John Muir way. The Thorntree Pub is very welcoming and the new Seaglass Inn does really nice food. Great chippy's, friendly folk and not much crime as far as I can see. Rammed full of you Edinburgh lot the minute the sun comes out at the weekends so it cant be all that bad! Yes I love that area of port seton , Musselburgh esp and gullane . Got relatives there . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Governor Tarkin Posted September 1, 2021 Share Posted September 1, 2021 1 hour ago, Pans Jambo said: Wonderful wee village. Lovely to walk the dog along the John Muir way. The Thorntree Pub is very welcoming and the new Seaglass Inn does really nice food. Great chippy's, friendly folk and not much crime as far as I can see. Rammed full of you Edinburgh lot the minute the sun comes out at the weekends so it cant be all that bad! I'm sure you'll be doing your best to change all that now that you've got your feet under the table, so to speak. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pans Jambo Posted September 1, 2021 Share Posted September 1, 2021 5 minutes ago, Governor Tarkin said: I'm sure you'll be doing your best to change all that now that you've got your feet under the table, so to speak. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Horatio Caine Posted September 1, 2021 Share Posted September 1, 2021 Just to change tack a wee bit...does Slater's elevation to Government not mean she'll have to step down as Presiding Officer? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ri Alban Posted September 1, 2021 Author Share Posted September 1, 2021 Do none of you ***** have a job. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
manaliveits105 Posted September 1, 2021 Share Posted September 1, 2021 3 hours ago, Horatio Caine said: Just to change tack a wee bit...does Slater's elevation to Government not mean she'll have to step down as Presiding Officer? its ok she is a swinger Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mikey1874 Posted September 1, 2021 Share Posted September 1, 2021 Greens against vaccine passports. Vaccine passports for nightclubs and large events announced today by the Scottish Government. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
manaliveits105 Posted September 1, 2021 Share Posted September 1, 2021 6 minutes ago, Mikey1874 said: Greens against vaccine passports. Vaccine passports for nightclubs and large events announced today by the Scottish Government. Only in the dark and dishonest world of Scottish politics could these absolute roasters win no seats but gain 2 cabinet positions Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeffros Furios Posted September 1, 2021 Share Posted September 1, 2021 2 hours ago, ri Alban said: Do none of you ***** have a job. No Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Savage Vince Posted September 1, 2021 Share Posted September 1, 2021 3 hours ago, manaliveits105 said: Only in the dark and dishonest world of Scottish politics could these absolute roasters win no seats but gain 2 cabinet positions Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Mighty Thor Posted September 1, 2021 Share Posted September 1, 2021 (edited) 19 minutes ago, Savage Vince said: She never won a single election she stood in. Not one. 😂 Edited September 1, 2021 by The Mighty Thor Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Savage Vince Posted September 1, 2021 Share Posted September 1, 2021 14 minutes ago, The Mighty Thor said: She never won a single election she stood in. Not one. 😂 Ken. 😀 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jamstomorrow Posted September 1, 2021 Share Posted September 1, 2021 57 minutes ago, Deke Thornton said: We could make her Holyrood ambassador to Canada! Wee Paddy could be junior minister for flower-arranging. Did she not used to do a turn at the Burke and Hare? I said 'A' turn, not 'THE' turn before anybody lowers the tone!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jamstomorrow Posted September 1, 2021 Share Posted September 1, 2021 1 hour ago, Deke Thornton said: We could make her Holyrood ambassador to Canada! Wee Paddy could be junior minister for flower-arranging. 3 minutes ago, Jamstomorrow said: Did she not used to do a turn at the Burke and Hare? I said 'A' turn, not 'THE' turn before anybody lowers the tone!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ray Gin Posted September 2, 2021 Share Posted September 2, 2021 Scotland to trial 4 day working week following success in new Zealand and Iceland. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-scotland-business-58403087.amp Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
132goals1958 Posted September 2, 2021 Share Posted September 2, 2021 18 minutes ago, Ray Gin said: Scotland to trial 4 day working week following success in new Zealand and Iceland. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-scotland-business-58403087.amp They will soon be looking for a 15 minute break every quarter of an hour and then bigger 🍺 pint glasses and longer woodbines. What next????!? Far cry from my first salary of £475 per annum when you were also expected to burn the midnight oil Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ray Gin Posted September 2, 2021 Share Posted September 2, 2021 3 minutes ago, 132goals1958 said: They will soon be looking for a 15 minute break every quarter of an hour and then bigger 🍺 pint glasses and longer woodbines. What next????!? Far cry from my first salary of £475 per annum when you were also expected to burn the midnight oil Imagine considering reducing the working week to be a negative thing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Real Maroonblood Posted September 2, 2021 Share Posted September 2, 2021 (edited) 9 minutes ago, 132goals1958 said: They will soon be looking for a 15 minute break every quarter of an hour and then bigger 🍺 pint glasses and longer woodbines. What next????!? Far cry from my first salary of £475 per annum when you were also expected to burn the midnight oil It’s a good thing that things have moved on since the Victorian days.😏 I must’ve been pre Victorian days as my salary was £200 pa. Edited September 2, 2021 by The Real Maroonblood Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ray Gin Posted September 2, 2021 Share Posted September 2, 2021 How much do you have to hate your life to be raging about getting an extra day off work? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
132goals1958 Posted September 2, 2021 Share Posted September 2, 2021 1 minute ago, The Real Maroonblood said: It’s a good thing that things have moved on since the Victorian days.😏 Steady. It was one of the King George fellas that ruled when I entered the word Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
132goals1958 Posted September 2, 2021 Share Posted September 2, 2021 10 minutes ago, Ray Gin said: Imagine considering reducing the working week to be a negative thing. For the sake of context it was meant to be a flippant tongue in cheek remark Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ray Gin Posted September 2, 2021 Share Posted September 2, 2021 Just now, 132goals1958 said: For the sake of context it was meant to be a flippant tongue in cheek remark Glad to hear it, I thought you'd lost your mind! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beni Posted September 2, 2021 Share Posted September 2, 2021 19 minutes ago, 132goals1958 said: They will soon be looking for a 15 minute break every quarter of an hour and then bigger 🍺 pint glasses and longer woodbines. What next????!? Far cry from my first salary of £475 per annum when you were also expected to burn the midnight oil 12 minutes ago, The Real Maroonblood said: It’s a good thing that things have moved on since the Victorian days.😏 I must’ve been pre Victorian days as my salary was £200 pa. You were lucky! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ron Burgundy Posted September 2, 2021 Share Posted September 2, 2021 7 minutes ago, Ray Gin said: How much do you have to hate your life to be raging about getting an extra day off work? Sadly my company would probably move work elsewhere if they brought that in. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
132goals1958 Posted September 2, 2021 Share Posted September 2, 2021 1 minute ago, Ray Gin said: Glad to hear it, I thought you'd lost your mind! 1 minute ago, Beni said: You were lucky! 😆 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JudyJudyJudy Posted September 2, 2021 Share Posted September 2, 2021 16 minutes ago, Ray Gin said: How much do you have to hate your life to be raging about getting an extra day off work? Is it not more than a workers hours will be condensed into 4 days ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ray Gin Posted September 2, 2021 Share Posted September 2, 2021 1 minute ago, JamesM48 said: Is it not more than a workers hours will be condensed into 4 days ? No. Hours reduction of 20%. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JudyJudyJudy Posted September 2, 2021 Share Posted September 2, 2021 7 minutes ago, Ray Gin said: No. Hours reduction of 20%. Ah ok . So how is this manageable financially ? I assume the Govt will top up the lost income ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted September 2, 2021 Share Posted September 2, 2021 If people can reduce their working hours by 20% and still do the same work, then there is clearly something wrong at the moment. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ray Gin Posted September 2, 2021 Share Posted September 2, 2021 2 minutes ago, JamesM48 said: Ah ok . So how is this manageable financially ? I assume the Govt will top up the lost income ? There shouldn't be lost income. Iceland and New Zealand have shown that productivity increases. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JudyJudyJudy Posted September 2, 2021 Share Posted September 2, 2021 7 minutes ago, Ray Gin said: There shouldn't be lost income. Iceland and New Zealand have shown that productivity increases. ?? How can productivity increase of working less hours ? Just playing the devils advocate . I think it is a great idea and should happened a long time ago anyway but just wondering about the finer details ? I can assume productivity may increase due to workers well being increasing due to working less and this I’m turn has a positive knock on effect on their motivation at work ( ie become more productive ) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ked Posted September 2, 2021 Share Posted September 2, 2021 1 hour ago, Ray Gin said: Scotland to trial 4 day working week following success in new Zealand and Iceland. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-scotland-business-58403087.amp Be nice to just work 5. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ked Posted September 2, 2021 Share Posted September 2, 2021 No doubt the 4 day week will be enjoyed in the public sector. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ked Posted September 2, 2021 Share Posted September 2, 2021 1 hour ago, Ray Gin said: How much do you have to hate your life to be raging about getting an extra day off work? For some overtime means paying Bill's. Some people have 2 jobs. Not about hating your life although it's not great having to do the extra hours. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Auldbenches Posted September 2, 2021 Share Posted September 2, 2021 22 minutes ago, JamesM48 said: ?? How can productivity increase of working less hours ? Just playing the devils advocate . I think it is a great idea and should happened a long time ago anyway but just wondering about the finer details ? I can assume productivity may increase due to workers well being increasing due to working less and this I’m turn has a positive knock on effect on their motivation at work ( ie become more productive ) I hope on the back of you thinking this is a great idea, I suppose this means wee 'Adolf Clitler' can count on your vote? Mon james, you know it makes sense... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JudyJudyJudy Posted September 2, 2021 Share Posted September 2, 2021 14 minutes ago, Auldbenches said: I hope on the back of you thinking this is a great idea, I suppose this means wee 'Adolf Clitler' can count on your vote? Mon james, you know it makes sense... Probably not . I voted Labour at the last election in Scotland . Back to my roots . I did vote for Joanna Cherry though in the Westminster election as I respect and admire her . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mikey1874 Posted September 2, 2021 Share Posted September 2, 2021 21 minutes ago, Ked said: No doubt the 4 day week will be enjoyed in the public sector. Private sector that has been lagging behind on increasing productivity. Too happy to pay low wages instead. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Auldbenches Posted September 2, 2021 Share Posted September 2, 2021 1 minute ago, JamesM48 said: Probably not . I voted Labour at the last election in Scotland . Back to my roots . I did vote for Joanna Cherry though in the Westminster election as I respect and admire her . I'm voting for them just now as I want away from the antiquated democracy that is Westminster, after that it'll be campaigning to get rid of political parties. No need for them in this day and age. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Real Maroonblood Posted September 2, 2021 Share Posted September 2, 2021 1 minute ago, Auldbenches said: I'm voting for them just now as I want away from the antiquated democracy that is Westminster, after that it'll be campaigning to get rid of political parties. No need for them in this day and age. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JudyJudyJudy Posted September 2, 2021 Share Posted September 2, 2021 4 minutes ago, Auldbenches said: I'm voting for them just now as I want away from the antiquated democracy that is Westminster, after that it'll be campaigning to get rid of political parties. No need for them in this day and age. 👍 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ray Gin Posted September 2, 2021 Share Posted September 2, 2021 32 minutes ago, Ked said: For some overtime means paying Bill's. Some people have 2 jobs. Not about hating your life although it's not great having to do the extra hours. You'll still be able to do that if you want, I'd imagine. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ray Gin Posted September 2, 2021 Share Posted September 2, 2021 54 minutes ago, JamesM48 said: ?? How can productivity increase of working less hours ? Just playing the devils advocate . I think it is a great idea and should happened a long time ago anyway but just wondering about the finer details ? I can assume productivity may increase due to workers well being increasing due to working less and this I’m turn has a positive knock on effect on their motivation at work ( ie become more productive ) Yeah more motivation, less pissing about, less burnout. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pans Jambo Posted September 2, 2021 Share Posted September 2, 2021 (edited) Personally, I would love to work days like the following: 12 - 5pm Monday 8:30 - 5 Tuesday 8:30 - 5 Wednesday 8:30 - 5 Thursday 8:30 - 12mid-day Friday That's around 34 hours (Not included the breaks of course). Long weekend every weekend and cram my work into the rest of the week...easy peasy. (or make it 8am start and that would be 36 hours). Edited September 2, 2021 by Pans Jambo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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