Royal Wootton Bassett

[Hawker Hurricane]

Despite the people of the the Wiltshire town of Wootton Bassett saying they did not feel they needed any special recognition for their 'simple act of respect', it has now been confirmed that the town will receive the title 'Royal' in honour of their role during the many repatriations of fallen heroes.

www.telegraph.co.uk/news/uknews/8385835/Royal-Wootton-Bassett-locals-had-resisted-special-honour.html

www.telegraph.co.uk/news/uknews/theroyalfamily/8386482/Wootton-Bassett-Royally-rewarded.html

www.telegraph.co.uk/finance/newsbysector/industry/defence/8385651/Wootton-Bassett-granted-Royal-title-to-honour-parades.html

I'm sure there are very few among us who have not appreciated the solemn dignity of the people of Royal Wootton Bassett as we have watched news footage of hearses bearing the bodies of our fallen soldiers on one of their final journeys. I'm hope the townspeople will recognise that this title it to convey the thanks of all of us for being there to show the courtesy and respect to our dead, when were unable to be there to give our thanks to these heroes in person.

[ELAINE]

I am really pleased that the town will receive the 'Royal" title...

I am full of admiration for the way the townspeople come out to pay respect to ours brave soldiers.

[Hawker Hurricane]

Me too, Elaine. That was why I felt I had to share the news when I saw the reports. The people of Wootton Bassett have done such a service for all for us in the United Kingdom, being there to represent all of us in giving thanks for the sacrifice of our troops.

[broomy]

Anybody see this??

news.sky.com/skynews/Home/Politics/Royal-Wootton-Bassett-Cartoon-In-The-Guardian-Sparks-Outrage-Among-Senior-Politicians/Article/201103315954542?lpos=Politics_Second_UK_News_Article_Teaser_Region_4&lid=ARTICLE_15954542_Royal_Wootton_Bassett_Cartoon_In_The_Guardian_Sparks_Outrage_Among_Senior_Politicians

[ELAINE]

That's terrible Broomy,

I cant believe what I've just read.!!!!

[Hawker Hurricane]

Unfortunately I ceased to be shocked, surprised or even I'm sad to say dismayed by anything in the Grauniad long ago. >:

Personally, I wouldn't use their gutter rag in the place of toilet paper, regardless of how urgent my need was.

(This is my own personal view and does not necessarily represent the view of any other person or group).