By our Political Correspondent The Home Secretary has today formally proscribed the Holmesdale Fanatics, Crystal Palace’s most prominent ultra group, under counter-terrorism legislation. The decision, justified on the grounds of “public safety” and “the potential for radicalisation,” has prompted outrage from civil liberties groups, football supporters, and the club itself. The Banner That Sparked a … Continue reading Home Secretary Proscribes Holmesdale Fanatics as Terrorist Organisation
Month: August 2025
Week 7: Peaks, Troughs, Despair and the Social Media Trap- My Blogging Diary
I've run my business all my life, so I’m only too well aware of the peaks and troughs, the ups and downs, and the rewards that sometimes follow your efforts. But one thing that's very hard to shake, even when you know business is cyclical, is that when it's down, you often get this sinking … Continue reading Week 7: Peaks, Troughs, Despair and the Social Media Trap- My Blogging Diary
My Glittering Career as an Influencer (All 60 Seconds of It)
I was offered the sacred honour of promoting someone else’s tat for free. A brief foray into the glamorous world of influencing — and an even briefer exit. Apparently, I’m an influencer now. A brand offered me the chance to post about their product in exchange for the sacred honour of keeping it, and then … Continue reading My Glittering Career as an Influencer (All 60 Seconds of It)
The Rights of Fans. 