Tory cuts unfair, but we have to live with it
Well, we voted for them so surely we have to expect the cuts which George Osbourne announced yesterday. Personally, I know only, at the top of my head three people who voted for the Conservative party last May. But the majority of people voted for the Liberal Democrats. The results were the other way round with the Tories doing ever so well compared to the Lib Dems.
So it's been almost six months and all the cuts have been announced, clarified and all of a sudden people are unhappy. I have to say, my disappointment has to be shown to everyone. Being a University student, the 40% cuts are far too much especially when higher education in the UK is at a vulnerable state anyway. Let me go through some of my highlights of the cuts the chancellor made:
1. VAT up to 20%. We all knew this a while back but it still baffles me. The Tories complained that Labour increased the VAT to 17.5% in the first place, now they've increased it even further without upping the national average wage. In Denmark, the VAT is 25% but at least, an average worker gets over £40,000 a year. It's mad how any of us, upper or lower class are to afford the food shopping and other leisure activities.
2. 490,000 public sector jobs to go. This baffles me. Unemployment rate has been sky high since the financial crisis begun and experts said that if more people got the chop, we'd be in a double dip recession. Now, Osbourne has decided to relieve almost half a million off their duties, our worries are getting worse. Working in the public sector has the most important jobs for any country and losing a shed load of people will be a catastrophe for the environment and economically.
3. NHS have no cuts. This is good news. It's vital that the development of our national health services continues to grow as it's behind than places such as Poland. It's a worrying sign and more investment is needed. However, key promises have been failed to meet manager's standards. This means that they have to save £20bn in order for the budget for the NHS continues to rise. It's all unclear to me but all I know is that more jobs are to go and that's a shame.
4. Queen, the richest monarchy in Europe. This is painful to hear, especially for people with lower income. She gets £6.9m approximately a year and ordered a pay rise. Well, she has her wish granted as HRH is now officially the richest monarchy in Europe. And Prince Charles, who is heir to the throne will receive more dosh. I'll leave that to you to debate amongst yourself. Because I think it's crazy she gets that much money, especially when she doesn't have to pay for her water, gas or electricity bills.
5. Pension age is 66 years old from 2020. It's a long time away but the age for working has now increased by a year. If I was Prime Minister or the Chancellor, I'd say that anyone could retire at any age, as long as they prove that they are incapable to work due to a disability etc. Yes, we are an ageing population but let's concentrate on respecting our elders rather than letting them work 50 hours a week for mittens.
6. Rail travels fairs up 6% every year. I study at Bangor University and have a home in Cardiff so if I want to see my parents, brother, close relatives and best friends - I have to pay more for it. This is not fair especially when the VAT is up as well so instead of paying £40 (including reductions thanks to the 16-25 Railcard), I have to pay at least £3.50 more. It may not sound as much but as a student on a tight budget as it is, I have to pay off my loan later than hoped. And with the fees going up by double, don't get me started...
My ranting is over, although I think that there are so many more plans which I could comment and criticise but I have loads of assignments to do.
It's a free country, Rooney could do whatever he wants
Man. United don't want him to go, England don't want him to go but Wayne Rooney has shocked the football world by saying he wants to leave his £100,000 a week wage and go elsewhere. Where, have no clue but one thing is for certain - he will leave sooner rather than later.
Sir Alex Ferguson is baffled by this by being "dumbfounded" during his press conference on Tuesday. He still doesn't know why he wants to leave. I have to be honest with you, I don't either but I can only guess.
Recently, he had a bad World Cup and been in the tabloid papers after being accused of committing adultery. I'm concentrating mainly of the accusations made by the papers. Coleen is probably frustrated with life in Manchester and would probably like to move out somewhere nice and warm. It's normal - the weather here is freezing and I cannot remember an autumn so cold. It's only a guess but I think Rooney will go to Italy - AC Milan? It's the place for fashion, food and whoa weather. Perfect for Wayne, Coleen and their little child, Kai who has to find a good education during his childhood. There isn't much Manchester can offer for "higher class citizens" such as the Rooney's so they could look elsewhere.
It's only a guess though - especially when Rooney said in his statement that "United do not match my ambitions". Wayne is 24 years old and would probably think family goes first otherwise he would be signing the divorce papers like what Ashley Cole did earlier this year with Cheryl Cole. It's perfectly normal and a risk every footballer takes. You never know, in six or seven years time, he could return to the red side of Manchester.
Ian Holloway had a press conference of his own today and he showed his true colours again. He said strong words today about the way Fifa are running football is "wrong" and Sir Alex Ferguson shouldn't be "bullied". What a load of codswallop. Ferguson has been in the footballing business for almost forty years and has faced with transfer sagas before and has coped with pressure so many times so he doesn't need to be contradicted by a fellow manager such as Holloway. And Fifa are running football great. That's why billions of people watch the World Cup and that's why it remains "the beautiful game". Respond to that, Mr. Holloway. If football is wrong, why are you working in the business?
What I don't get is that Sir Alex Ferguson wept during his press conference. He desires Rooney a lot but he also highly rated Cristiano Ronaldo. Fergie didn't cry or show any sign of producing any sort of emotion when he went to Madrid last year. Rooney has never been a Red Devil fan, he's a true Evertonian. We'll wait and see, I'm getting excited by this saga already.
Well, we voted for them so surely we have to expect the cuts which George Osbourne announced yesterday. Personally, I know only, at the top of my head three people who voted for the Conservative party last May. But the majority of people voted for the Liberal Democrats. The results were the other way round with the Tories doing ever so well compared to the Lib Dems.
So it's been almost six months and all the cuts have been announced, clarified and all of a sudden people are unhappy. I have to say, my disappointment has to be shown to everyone. Being a University student, the 40% cuts are far too much especially when higher education in the UK is at a vulnerable state anyway. Let me go through some of my highlights of the cuts the chancellor made:
1. VAT up to 20%. We all knew this a while back but it still baffles me. The Tories complained that Labour increased the VAT to 17.5% in the first place, now they've increased it even further without upping the national average wage. In Denmark, the VAT is 25% but at least, an average worker gets over £40,000 a year. It's mad how any of us, upper or lower class are to afford the food shopping and other leisure activities.
2. 490,000 public sector jobs to go. This baffles me. Unemployment rate has been sky high since the financial crisis begun and experts said that if more people got the chop, we'd be in a double dip recession. Now, Osbourne has decided to relieve almost half a million off their duties, our worries are getting worse. Working in the public sector has the most important jobs for any country and losing a shed load of people will be a catastrophe for the environment and economically.
3. NHS have no cuts. This is good news. It's vital that the development of our national health services continues to grow as it's behind than places such as Poland. It's a worrying sign and more investment is needed. However, key promises have been failed to meet manager's standards. This means that they have to save £20bn in order for the budget for the NHS continues to rise. It's all unclear to me but all I know is that more jobs are to go and that's a shame.
4. Queen, the richest monarchy in Europe. This is painful to hear, especially for people with lower income. She gets £6.9m approximately a year and ordered a pay rise. Well, she has her wish granted as HRH is now officially the richest monarchy in Europe. And Prince Charles, who is heir to the throne will receive more dosh. I'll leave that to you to debate amongst yourself. Because I think it's crazy she gets that much money, especially when she doesn't have to pay for her water, gas or electricity bills.
5. Pension age is 66 years old from 2020. It's a long time away but the age for working has now increased by a year. If I was Prime Minister or the Chancellor, I'd say that anyone could retire at any age, as long as they prove that they are incapable to work due to a disability etc. Yes, we are an ageing population but let's concentrate on respecting our elders rather than letting them work 50 hours a week for mittens.
6. Rail travels fairs up 6% every year. I study at Bangor University and have a home in Cardiff so if I want to see my parents, brother, close relatives and best friends - I have to pay more for it. This is not fair especially when the VAT is up as well so instead of paying £40 (including reductions thanks to the 16-25 Railcard), I have to pay at least £3.50 more. It may not sound as much but as a student on a tight budget as it is, I have to pay off my loan later than hoped. And with the fees going up by double, don't get me started...
My ranting is over, although I think that there are so many more plans which I could comment and criticise but I have loads of assignments to do.
It's a free country, Rooney could do whatever he wants
Man. United don't want him to go, England don't want him to go but Wayne Rooney has shocked the football world by saying he wants to leave his £100,000 a week wage and go elsewhere. Where, have no clue but one thing is for certain - he will leave sooner rather than later.
Sir Alex Ferguson is baffled by this by being "dumbfounded" during his press conference on Tuesday. He still doesn't know why he wants to leave. I have to be honest with you, I don't either but I can only guess.
Recently, he had a bad World Cup and been in the tabloid papers after being accused of committing adultery. I'm concentrating mainly of the accusations made by the papers. Coleen is probably frustrated with life in Manchester and would probably like to move out somewhere nice and warm. It's normal - the weather here is freezing and I cannot remember an autumn so cold. It's only a guess but I think Rooney will go to Italy - AC Milan? It's the place for fashion, food and whoa weather. Perfect for Wayne, Coleen and their little child, Kai who has to find a good education during his childhood. There isn't much Manchester can offer for "higher class citizens" such as the Rooney's so they could look elsewhere.
It's only a guess though - especially when Rooney said in his statement that "United do not match my ambitions". Wayne is 24 years old and would probably think family goes first otherwise he would be signing the divorce papers like what Ashley Cole did earlier this year with Cheryl Cole. It's perfectly normal and a risk every footballer takes. You never know, in six or seven years time, he could return to the red side of Manchester.
Ian Holloway had a press conference of his own today and he showed his true colours again. He said strong words today about the way Fifa are running football is "wrong" and Sir Alex Ferguson shouldn't be "bullied". What a load of codswallop. Ferguson has been in the footballing business for almost forty years and has faced with transfer sagas before and has coped with pressure so many times so he doesn't need to be contradicted by a fellow manager such as Holloway. And Fifa are running football great. That's why billions of people watch the World Cup and that's why it remains "the beautiful game". Respond to that, Mr. Holloway. If football is wrong, why are you working in the business?
What I don't get is that Sir Alex Ferguson wept during his press conference. He desires Rooney a lot but he also highly rated Cristiano Ronaldo. Fergie didn't cry or show any sign of producing any sort of emotion when he went to Madrid last year. Rooney has never been a Red Devil fan, he's a true Evertonian. We'll wait and see, I'm getting excited by this saga already.
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