Category Archives: Bouquets

Angels Don’t Need Driving Licences….

Posted on September 19, 2011 by Iain

My Mum would have been 70 today; but died in 1990; we’ll raise a glass on her behalf tonight. I did not need to be reminded of that, but got one anyway – from the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency … Continue reading →

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The Space Shuttle

Posted on July 9, 2011 by Iain

Here’s a great pic from the last launch. I’ve always felt the space shuttle was a truly wonderful machine, and see-ing one of the launches a few years ago is one of my favourite memories. I’ll look forward to see-ing … Continue reading →

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US consumers to get online bill of privacy rights

Posted on March 17, 2011 by Iain

Obama administration pushes for bill to establish basic levels of privacy amid concern about data being gathered on consumers by likes of Facebook and Google Continue reading →

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EU to force social network sites to enhance privacy

Posted on March 17, 2011 by Iain

‘Right to be forgotten’ would ensure users of Facebook and other sites could completely erase personal data Continue reading →

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Nice one EFF….

Posted on January 5, 2011 by Iain

Traitorware….., now that’s a good name….

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Scottish Privacy Principles

Posted on December 30, 2010 by Iain

It says here that the new Scottish Privacy principles could become the benchmark the rest of The United Kingdom would aspire to. That would be nice I guess given the number of kickings the country has had in the last … Continue reading →

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WikiLeaks site’s Swiss host dismisses pressure to take it offline

Posted on December 4, 2010 by Iain

Swiss host Switch says there is ‘no reason’ why WikiLeaks should be forced off internet, despite French and US demands Continue reading →

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Bill McLaren

Posted on January 19, 2010 by Iain

This is sad, Bill McLaren, ‘the voice of rugby’ died today. He was a top notch commentator, and had one of those voices that really bring a sport to life. And a great ambassador for Scotland.

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Davie Cooper – a Tribute

Posted on November 16, 2009 by Iain

Re-published in full from FollowFollow.com, because I like it.. Rangers Modern Greats: Davie Cooper. By Emearg. Sunday, 15th November 2009 A warm tribute to one of the most talented of men in modern times to wear the Rangers jersey. I … Continue reading →

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Thanks

Posted on November 4, 2009 by Iain

I never met Sir John Crofton who died today, but I guess I would not be here without him. He treated my mother for TB over 5o years ago, and i’m told saved her life back then. So thanks, and … Continue reading →

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