I was furious to read an article in the Sunday Times last week which dealt with the treatment of young dogs by medical research companies in this country.
The dogs are kept in very small cages and are only allowed out once a week for a total of 20 minutes. As a dog owner myself I know that 'man's best friend' needs regular exercises, love and attention and it is a total disgrace that a nation of animal lovers allows this sort of behaviour. When are we going to learn to treat other creatures better? I understand the need perhaps for experiments but it is not right to treat these kind and loving animals like objects.
nick venedi
I was furious to read an article in the Sunday Times last week which dealt with the treatment of young dogs by medical research companies in this country.
The dogs are kept in very small cages and are only allowed out once a week for a total of 20 minutes. As a dog owner myself I know that 'man's best friend' needs regular exercises, love and attention and it is a total disgrace that a nation of animal lovers allows this sort of behaviour. When are we going to learn to treat other creatures better? I understand the need perhaps for experiments but it is not right to treat these kind and loving animals like objects.
I was furious to read an article in the Sunday Times last week which dealt with the treatment of young dogs by medical research companies in this country.
The dogs are kept in very small cages and are only allowed out once a week for a total of 20 minutes. As a dog owner myself I know that 'man's best friend' needs regular exercises, love and attention and it is a total disgrace that a nation of animal lovers allows this sort of behaviour. When are we going to learn to treat other creatures better? I understand the need perhaps for experiments but it is not right to treat these kind and loving animals like objects.
I was furious to read an article in the Sunday Times last week which dealt with the treatment of young dogs by medical research companies in this country.
The dogs are kept in very small cages and are only allowed out once a week for a total of 20 minutes. As a dog owner myself I know that 'man's best friend' needs regular exercises, love and attention and it is a total disgrace that a nation of animal lovers allows this sort of behaviour. When are we going to learn to treat other creatures better? I understand the need perhaps for experiments but it is not right to treat these kind and loving animals like objects.
nick venedi
Saturday, 16 July 2011
Friday, 15 July 2011
domestic violence
Not clear as to whether the rise in the figures re domestic violence and abuse are up by 35% because of wider reporting or because our society is becoming more violent.
The majority of those who suffer are women in abusive relationships. I know for a fact of few women in north London who have had problems with their partners and have been reluctant and in some instances terrified to report incidents. This is of course not the right thing to do but you can understand the difficulties these women have when they will in some instances have to face criticism from those withing their own communities. Many community leaders refuse to admit there is a problem but this is not the case at all and we all know it. More should be done to help and support those in need and cutting down budgets that finance certain schemes is completely unacceptable.
nick venedihttp://www.strongerunions.org/2010/07/01/facility-time-here-we-go-again/
The majority of those who suffer are women in abusive relationships. I know for a fact of few women in north London who have had problems with their partners and have been reluctant and in some instances terrified to report incidents. This is of course not the right thing to do but you can understand the difficulties these women have when they will in some instances have to face criticism from those withing their own communities. Many community leaders refuse to admit there is a problem but this is not the case at all and we all know it. More should be done to help and support those in need and cutting down budgets that finance certain schemes is completely unacceptable.
nick venedihttp://www.strongerunions.org/2010/07/01/facility-time-here-we-go-again/
Thursday, 14 July 2011
cyprus
The Republic of Cyprus was invaded in July 1974, the invasion by the huge Turkish army created 200,000 refugees, people who were forced out of their own homes, around 2,500 civilians were killed on both sides. Turkey occupied 37 % of the island and later on in the 1980s declared a state in the north part that no country recognises apart from Turkey.
The situation continues and the issue of reunification remains unresolved. There are numerous UN resolutions making it clear that there is only one Cyprus Republic and talks have been taking place but with no result.
It is my belief that the reason there hasn't been a solution is because of the immaturity of politicians on both sides and the intransigence of Turkish foreign policy. Turkey insists that their military should have control over the island something that is of course unacceptable to the Republic.
I am hoping that the two communities will be able to see that they can definitely live together in peace and harmony. I see members of the Greek and Turkish community forming close relations and friendships here in north London so there is no reason as to why that can't be done on the island. Remove the military occupation of the north part and unify the island. That is what all sensible people would want. The rule of international law must apply to the Turkish military as well!!!
nick venedi
http://www.lawatwork.blogspot.com/
The situation continues and the issue of reunification remains unresolved. There are numerous UN resolutions making it clear that there is only one Cyprus Republic and talks have been taking place but with no result.
It is my belief that the reason there hasn't been a solution is because of the immaturity of politicians on both sides and the intransigence of Turkish foreign policy. Turkey insists that their military should have control over the island something that is of course unacceptable to the Republic.
I am hoping that the two communities will be able to see that they can definitely live together in peace and harmony. I see members of the Greek and Turkish community forming close relations and friendships here in north London so there is no reason as to why that can't be done on the island. Remove the military occupation of the north part and unify the island. That is what all sensible people would want. The rule of international law must apply to the Turkish military as well!!!
nick venedi
http://www.lawatwork.blogspot.com/
Wednesday, 13 July 2011
Strike action
Jon Rogers is right to say that we need to ensure that we have unified action across all the unions if our efforts to stop the government over its attack on our pension scheme is to have any Chance of success. Dave Prentis is also correct to say that one day of action isn't going to be enough. I think we all know that!
But coming from the front line and having seen efforts that my own branch was involved with for more than 20 years I would say that 3 things are important for success.
http://www.lawatwork.blogspot.com/
nick venedi
But coming from the front line and having seen efforts that my own branch was involved with for more than 20 years I would say that 3 things are important for success.
http://www.lawatwork.blogspot.com/
nick venedi
Tuesday, 12 July 2011
Cyprus trategy
Twelve people have been killed and 62 injured and Cyprus main power station has been destroyed. Significant damage to private properties and utility supplies. This is the result of what appears to be criminal negligence on behalf of officials who left containers full of munitions exposed to the elements for more than two years without cover, so every H&S regulation was ignored..
The huge explosion at the Evangelos Florakis naval base at Mari in the early hours Monday killed the navy chief and the base commander along with four other sailors and six fire-fighters. Two Ministers have already resigned and there is a huge demand for a full inquiry into how this was allowed to happen.
nick venedi
The huge explosion at the Evangelos Florakis naval base at Mari in the early hours Monday killed the navy chief and the base commander along with four other sailors and six fire-fighters. Two Ministers have already resigned and there is a huge demand for a full inquiry into how this was allowed to happen.
nick venedi
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