Guest 649- Registered: 12 Mar 2008
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We will see it will be your views in the press not mine,But in the end my way will be the one that will happen in the end, and that is all that matters the best for the town as history has in the pass.
Paul Watkins- Location: Dover
- Registered: 9 Nov 2011
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Neil, a very professional interview.
Vic, you have neither won or lost.
The implication of todays decision is that we are in a state of limbo.
Now we know what the government don't want. It's time for everybody to talk about what's achievable recognising that Dover is not the only Trust Port involved.
Whatever Dover does/achieves becomes the benchmark for ALL Trust Ports.
Watty
Guest 649- Registered: 12 Mar 2008
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We are coming from more then one way,but at this very time,the way I have been puting forward for many years looks good and the winner.Thank you for the way you have wrote your post,alot better then myself.
howard mcsweeney1- Location: Dover
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agree about dover being the benchmark port paul but disagree strongly over the issue of it remaining a trust port.
both the current administrations have made it clear that they way forward for trust ports is privatisation with the proviso that the local community can see some benefit.
howard mcsweeney1- Location: Dover
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shows the interest of dovorians on this issue, over 1000 viewings in not much over 8 hours.
Guest 649- Registered: 12 Mar 2008
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This is the best posting that has come up for a long time on the forum.but my wife is telling me to stop and do things around the house that need doing ,so I am clocking off for now{+ I have a meeting in the morning to get ready for.
Paul Watkins- Location: Dover
- Registered: 9 Nov 2011
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I won't disagree with you Howard because I have not read all the small print.
The privatisation option remains in the Act. What we have today is a rejection of the DHB option put forward.
Now it is for the community with the Minister & DHB to arrive at a solution within the present legislation or amend it.
What should not happen is the current situation that sterilises Dover's development.
DHB are sitting on non Port related operational assets that help move Dover forward. Their release & future proofing Port development is vital. The right scheme without prejudices can bring community & economic benefit to Dover.
Small minded approaches will leave us isolated.
Dover port is an International asset. We just need to use it better so everybody benefits.
Watty
Guest 688- Registered: 16 Jul 2009
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Do you know what I love about Dr B,is that in his interview he is still talking at Dover and not to Dover.
Guest 672- Registered: 3 Jun 2008
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Hi John, did you get his xmas card.?
Already in the re-cycle bin.
grass grows by the inches but dies by the feet.
howard mcsweeney1- Location: Dover
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paul
you can read corporate/government speak better than i can, take a gander at post 28 were i copied and pasted from today's document.
Guest 688- Registered: 16 Jul 2009
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Hi Ian,
how is my favourite Spetsnaz operative,I hope you and the family are all good.
Paul Watkins- Location: Dover
- Registered: 9 Nov 2011
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Howard, I see your point, although I believe we are being offered an alternative solution.
Craft an answer that secures Dover's future.
A challenge to be taken up.
Without pre conceived solutions.
Watty
Guest 688- Registered: 16 Jul 2009
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Or perhaps to many echoes of the past Paul.
Paul Watkins- Location: Dover
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Not sure John. A man of your experience & insight has no doubt a valuable contribution to make.
Watty
Guest 688- Registered: 16 Jul 2009
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Paul,you flatter me,but I will leave that to the politicians
Guest 688- Registered: 16 Jul 2009
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Whoops,did I just say that
Paul Watkins- Location: Dover
- Registered: 9 Nov 2011
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Well I'm sure we could compare notes John.
Watty
Guest 688- Registered: 16 Jul 2009
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I like the cut of your jib,young man
howard mcsweeney1- Location: Dover
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young man, have you been drinking john?
anyway back to the the thread an amusing article from the gra grue gna gad, you know who i mean.
http://www.guardian.co.uk/world/2012/dec/20/white-cliffs-dover-buyoutGuest 705- Registered: 23 Sep 2010
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..and this thread could be longer!
Never give up...
