03-Jan-2004, 12:16 PM
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Originally posted by Alan Marsden
We don't see too many lathe / milling machine operators receiving their knighthoods !
Whilst a kindly lollipop lady may receive a minor gong for her long service is someone thinks to nominate her, apparently the more senior awards are reserved for people in the public eye. If you're in the higher eschelons of the Civil Service you get a gong just for being there long enough. Hurrumph! At least the pop stars, actors and sportspersons who are rewarded have done something which has improved the quality of people's lives. I think if the honours system is to be retained it needs a thoroughly good shake-up.
Originally posted by Alan Marsden
We don't see too many lathe / milling machine operators receiving their knighthoods !
Whilst a kindly lollipop lady may receive a minor gong for her long service is someone thinks to nominate her, apparently the more senior awards are reserved for people in the public eye. If you're in the higher eschelons of the Civil Service you get a gong just for being there long enough. Hurrumph! At least the pop stars, actors and sportspersons who are rewarded have done something which has improved the quality of people's lives. I think if the honours system is to be retained it needs a thoroughly good shake-up.