This article is an ’embellishment’ of a post I made today on a forum elsewhere. It … “Electric transport as a service” – is this the future for car ‘ownership’?Read more
Author: Grumpy Owl
Alternative thinker, narrative questioner. Says it as he sees it, I may be right, I might be wrong, but I have my own opinions to share.
Media is just the bits in between the adverts
I remember many years ago someone telling me that on commercial radio stations, the music that … Media is just the bits in between the advertsRead more
“UK’s first red extreme heat warning” but wait…
Good grief, this is all starting to become a bit ridiculous, isn’t it? It’s the middle … “UK’s first red extreme heat warning” but wait…Read more
Commonwealth Games 2022 and the public transport ‘agenda’
The Commonwealth Games come to Birmingham in 2022, running for just a week and half, from … Commonwealth Games 2022 and the public transport ‘agenda’Read more
Covid cases “on the rise” – or are they?
You’d be forgiven for thinking that with the mainstream news focusing everyone’s attention on the “War … Covid cases “on the rise” – or are they?Read more
The real reason for ‘smart meters’ is becoming ever more apparent
Over the last few years, there has been a big push by the UK Government as … The real reason for ‘smart meters’ is becoming ever more apparentRead more
The future of shopping means the end of retailers?
I’ve been working in the retail sector for most of my life, and have spent the … The future of shopping means the end of retailers?Read more
Drivers urged to do two easy things which saves hundreds on petrol
Apologies for the ‘click-bait’ title but there’s nothing like a bit of corporate-funded social engineering to … Drivers urged to do two easy things which saves hundreds on petrolRead more
“Self-scan tills” – a convenience, a hindrance, or both?
I came across the following article at the BBC News website today, and after reading it, … “Self-scan tills” – a convenience, a hindrance, or both?Read more
Birmingham Labour – distracting voters from their own failures
Comsidering the local elections take place this coming Thursday (5th May 2022), prospective councillors here in … Birmingham Labour – distracting voters from their own failuresRead more