BobbyZ

It's a bit of a moot point whether people should willingly pay more tax than they have to or not, because lots of people won't anyway. Review the loopholes / available tax breaks, and remove them if they're deemed unfair.

Of course someone has to pay for it. The point is about getting the most out of what goes in. Your point about the US system isn't relevant, as I don't think anyone's ever held that up as an example of how to do things, and I'm sure I can find examples of inefficiency in the NHS easily enough. Being the best of a bad bunch doesn't mean that improving the system (as opposed to ploughing in more cash) wouldn't be a very good thing.

I believe the phrases 'get someone in' and 'but willing to do it for the interests of the country rather than their own financial interests' address those issues Easier said than done, of course. EDIT: and yes, I agree that there would inevitably be some unpopular decisions to be made. You can't please everyone...

I don't see the necessity for someone to have worked in the industry. I feel that the NHS in its current form is becoming obsolete and is in need of a shake up, so maybe someone from outside the organisation would be better placed to do so. A fresh pair of eyes, as it were.

I think with organisations like the NHS though they do need to get someone in who knows what they're doing to sort it out / run it if things are going to get better. Someone ruthless and skilled enough to reorganise it into something that works properly, but willing to do it for the interests of the country rather than their own financial interests (I'm thinking a successful businessperson of some description).

Ah I see... the Internet strikes again

You know what, that's probably the best way of thinking of him I've ever heard. Absolutely spot-on, well said sir. Seems harsh when our current PM claimed last week God told her he'd have voted Leave. When an adult says they're hearing voices, they usually get a break from work. Say you believe an invisible, all poweful being guides you and your thoughts and apparently voters on both sides of the pond consider it desireable Have you got a source for that? I can find an article in which Alastair Campbell tries to suggest it, but can't actually find a quote of her saying it.

Well I don't like the idea of using a website to tell you who to vote for, although I'll concede that in many cases it's only as bad as looking to the media for guidance. Additionally, even if that one is legit, you can bet that if they catch on there will be a lot popping up that will skew results towards one party or another. Even if we assume that the websites provide genuine guidance, I still maintain that you could force people to vote, but you couldn't force them to make an informed and well meaning vote.

I'm not familiar with these websites - who runs them? There's also the question of whether people would bother to use them, if they couldn't be bothered to vote unless forced.

I wholeheartedly disagree with you. Unless you can force everyone to make an informed and well judged vote (which is hard enough even for intelligent people who care), it's just ridiculous to make it mandatory. Bear in mind that it could, in theory, result in literally any party getting in, no matter how abhorrent their policies, especially as it's inevitable that some of the 'reluctant' voters will inevitably vote for someone just for a laugh. Furthermore, does turning up to tick a random box just because you have to make your complaints any more or less valid? I don't see how it could.

I think with Corbyn it's as much a problem with his image as his values and policies. The guy looks like a hobo, and is about as inspirational as a derelict ****house. Fair play to him for sticking to his principles though.

I think calling the GE is the right decision - May needs a solid position to negotiate Brexit from. As she mentioned, all the other parties trying to shoot her down at every turn will only turn the whole thing into a mess (or rather, ensure that it stays as one). I quite like May as a leader as well - I think so far she seems to be doing a decent job, although of course the real judgement will come a few years down the line. I also think she's a fairly good public speaker so I'm not sure she would fair that badly in TV debates, but she does seem to be quite reserved with a preference for avoiding the circus that modern politics has become (a good thing IMO). For me TV debates are a bit of a gimmick anyway, and of limited use in showing the value of someone as a leader. I'll be voting Conservative (as usual) - they're the most closely aligned to my values, and also the only credible political party in the country at this moment in time IMO.

It depends partly on your priorities, but having the right width of tyre for the rim will give you the best performance, as that's what the tyre's designed for. Having a stretched set up is only really good if you want to go for that look. You also need to make sure you don't deviate too far from stock in terms of rolling radius so that you don't have TC problems. Around 255 width would be about right for a 9.5' rim. Regarding brands, MPSS are the standard recommendation around here, but there are lots of other tyres that people here have been happy with.

Sounds painful...

Does the CAI sound better than the stock intakes?

I thought there was always one out at sea? Yeah that's the policy. I work in the City so if they nuked London I'd be pretty screwed.

I say go for it, but that's only for selfish reasons as it's interesting to see people trying such things. As the guys above said, it's a huge job to do it right. Do it wrong and it will look like a heap, and you'll have ruined a good car. Your choice if you have the cash to blow on it Regarding the front bumper, I'm not sure the Nismo front will go well with the RB arches.

Nice! Is the bumper on yet?

Well German badges tend to be higher in the badge snobbery league than Japanese ones.

How silly. I defo wouldn't buy a car with that 'feature'.

Update please... the suspense is nearly killing me

This doesn't sound fun - hope you get fixed soon Dan! At least there's a hot nurse to take your mind off the situation a bit.

I'd love to see Kimi return to his former greatness anyway, but even more so just to stop you ranting about him

I wouldn't say it's a particularly good looking car. Supercars always look impressive in the flesh because of the proportions, but it doesn't take a design prodigy to make a car low and wide. That said, I do quite like the bit where the rear 3/4 meets the door - gives it a nice muscular look.

Took a cheeky pic tonight as I thought the zed was looking fine