Tony B Posted April 28, 2009 Share Posted April 28, 2009 Dave you say 'better behaved'? A MODPLOD friend of mine was sent down to Dover when the Gurkha's were there. She loved it, apparently they were coming up to her on the gate saying 'Hello Madam, where brothel?' :-D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ferretfixer Posted April 28, 2009 Share Posted April 28, 2009 Dave you say 'better behaved'? A MODPLOD friend of mine was sent down to Dover when the Gurkha's were there. She loved it, apparently they were coming up to her on the gate saying 'Hello Madam, where brothel?' :-D Cultural & language difficulties. Perhaps they meant, 'where's the Bank Madam'?...........................:rofl: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
james-sas Posted April 28, 2009 Share Posted April 28, 2009 It is sickening that these brave servicemen risk life and limb for britain just to be cast aside, I most certainly ashamed by that! As rosie said we let any one in with no job etc, etc, and turn our backs on the Gurkhas! Consider rant over and form signed! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Degsy Posted April 28, 2009 Share Posted April 28, 2009 Nick Clegg is introducing a vote on this subject on Wednesday, please email your MP tonight asking them to support the vote. The link is www.theyworkforyou.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chevpol Posted April 28, 2009 Share Posted April 28, 2009 Nick Clegg is introducing a vote on this subject on Wednesday, please email your MP tonight asking them to support the vote. The link iswww.theyworkforyou.com sent a email to my MP Mark :cool: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Degsy Posted April 28, 2009 Share Posted April 28, 2009 The result of this vote will not be binding on the Govt. but if it gets enough cross party support it will, at least, show them the feeling in the country. I have emailed my MP but knowing her voting record and her lack of support for her own constituents I hold out little hope of her going against the Govt line.:argh: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ferretfixer Posted April 28, 2009 Share Posted April 28, 2009 The result of this vote will not be binding on the Govt. but if it gets enough cross party support it will, at least, show them the feeling in the country. I have emailed my MP but knowing her voting record and her lack of support for her own constituents I hold out little hope of her going against the Govt line.:argh: As per your statement above. Didnt you know. They arent' there to represent the wishes of the votors. No, No, No, we are here to keep them in a Job!..........:-D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CanadianScottish Posted April 29, 2009 Share Posted April 29, 2009 At last sense prevails. Government loses vote on Gurkha settlement. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chevpol Posted April 29, 2009 Share Posted April 29, 2009 my mp replied to my email, he said he couldnt vote with the Lib Dems, on the basis of a article in one of the newspapers!!!(he is labour though!!!!) Mark Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Degsy Posted April 29, 2009 Share Posted April 29, 2009 Haven't had a reply to my email. Can't say I'm surprised. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
morris c8 fat Posted April 29, 2009 Share Posted April 29, 2009 Just heard the goverment(ha) lost 1 labour mp even resigned to vote against them Pitty its not binding Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ArtistsRifles Posted April 29, 2009 Share Posted April 29, 2009 Full story here http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/uk_politics/8023882.stm - and for once an account of the doings in Parliament makes for edifying reading!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tony B Posted April 29, 2009 Share Posted April 29, 2009 Some sense of honour up there at last! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CanadianScottish Posted April 30, 2009 Share Posted April 30, 2009 Maybe with some of them, more likely it's the old self preservation reflex kicking in! What me cynical....Never! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
abn deuce Posted May 10, 2009 Share Posted May 10, 2009 One of several video's on the Gurkas the legends ,traditions and battles they bravely fought in. Something went wrong... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Degsy Posted May 20, 2009 Share Posted May 20, 2009 Just heard on Newsnight that the Home Secretary is expected to make a statement in Parliament tomorrow saying that all Gurkhas will be allowed to stay in this country. Good news if this turns out to be the case. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ferretfixer Posted May 21, 2009 Share Posted May 21, 2009 Just heard on Newsnight that the Home Secretary is expected to make a statement in Parliament tomorrow saying that all Gurkhas will be allowed to stay in this country. Good news if this turns out to be the case. NICE U Turn!! Now all we need for them to say is they are going to abolish Tax on Petrol!!:yay: (Yeah, like THAT's going to happen!) :confused: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
morris c8 fat Posted May 21, 2009 Share Posted May 21, 2009 Just got this from No10 Skip to content Number10.gov.uk logo The official site of the Prime Minister’s Office * Home * News * Communicate * Meet the PM * History and Tour * Number 10 TV Search Home > Justice4gurkhas - epetition response News * Latest News * Speeches and Transcripts * Statements and Articles * Prime Minister’s Questions * Press Briefings * Press Notices * Webchats * May 2009 M T W T F S S « Apr 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 Thursday 21 May 2009 Justice4gurkhas - epetition response We received a petition asking: “We the undersigned petition the Prime Minister to allow all Gurkhas who have fought for our country and their families the right to stay in the U.K. regardless of when they served in the Army.” Details of Petition: “For over 200 years the Gurkhas have served our country and helped keep us safe. Over 45,000 died for us during the 2 world wars. The government is still refusing to let these brave men and their families stay in the country they have fought for. Please sign the petition to get justice for all Gurkhas no matter how long they served for or when. These people are an asset to our country and should have every right to live here.” · Read the petition · Petitions homepage Read the Government’s response For many years, the Brigade of Gurkhas have shown bravery, commitment and dedication in serving this country, and continue to do so on operations today. This Government has done more for Gurkhas than any other. It was the first Government to grant settlement to Gurkhas and the first to equalise pay and pensions, with over 6,000 former Gurkhas and their families already given the right to live in the UK. In April we took steps to increase the number of Gurkhas eligible to come to this country by 4,000 or, including families, 10,000 people. The House of Commons has now expressed a clear view that all Gurkhas should be entitled to settle in the United Kingdom if that is what they wish. This Government respects the will of the House of Commons and recognises the strong feeling and public support for this cause. Consequently, we have announced today that all former Gurkhas who served for longer than four years will be eligible to apply for settlement in the United Kingdom. They will also be entitled to bring their spouses and dependent minor children. There will be no time limit on applications. This scheme recognises the unique nature of the service given to the UK by the Brigade of Gurkhas and is offered to them on an exceptional basis. We believe that in announcing the new policy today, we have met their concerns and those of Parliament. Further Information · Sign up to our newsletter service Tags: Gurkhas Share this: delicious logodelicious digg logodigg facebook logofacebook Newsletter Sign up to our newsletter to keep updated with the latest information from Number 10 Click here to subscribe Around the Web Flickr Logo Flickr RSS Feed Latest Photos PM meets Joanna Lumley View all images Share this: Deliciouslogo Digg logo Facebook logo YouTube Logo YouTube rss feed Latest Videos View all videos Share this: Delicious logo Digg logo Facebook logo Twitter Logo Twitter rss feed Latest Commentary DowningStreet: All former Gurkhas and families given right to apply for settlement in the UK - read Home Secretary's statement at http://tinyurl.com/pampqc 21 May 2009 12:22:45 DowningStreet: Watch a replay of today's and previous Prime Minister's Questions in our dedicated player - http://tinyurl.com/d7h454 20 May 2009 15:41:49 DowningStreet: Prime Minister's Questions now streaming live via our website - go to http://www.number10.gov.uk 20 May 2009 12:10:58 DowningStreet: @smartsundri The Speaker falls under the jurisdiction of Parliament, not Number 10. Like MPs' expenses, this is a matter for @UKParliament. 19 May 2009 12:39:23 Read commentary Share this: Delicious logo Digg logo Facebook logo Facebook Logo News and video from Number 10 through a Facebook application Find us on Facebook History and Tour Tour Image Read more history and view our all new tour * Copyright * Freedom of Information * Contact Us * Privacy Policy * Site Map * Accessibility * RSS * Podcasts * Links * DirectGov Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Enigma Posted May 21, 2009 Share Posted May 21, 2009 Looks like all those who protested may have had some influence after all? Good to hear these men got what they fought for. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adam Elsdon Posted May 21, 2009 Share Posted May 21, 2009 Get in! :yay: i personally bombarded anybody connected with the government and the Gurkhas and my own MP, makes a change to see it can make a difference! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rambo1969 Posted May 22, 2009 Author Share Posted May 22, 2009 The thing that worries me is that the gurkas have to have done 4 yrs service, what if they were medically discharged through injuries whilst in service before 4 years? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ferretfixer Posted May 22, 2009 Share Posted May 22, 2009 The thing that worries me is that the gurkas have to have done 4 yrs service, what if they were medically discharged through injuries whilst in service before 4 years? Oh im SURE that will be covered! I have every confidence that the Government will NOT grant entry & settlement to premiturely discharged Personell through injury. They will have small clauses to reduce to the minimum anyone they actually will allow. The key wording here is FOUR years service. They lost this one & will NOT like it! :nono: So, any other criteria will most likely NOT be allowed! Am I cynical, or do I live in the real world?................:whistle: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ArtistsRifles Posted May 31, 2009 Share Posted May 31, 2009 You're still in touch with reality mate - a sad scenario I know but.. This is the 21st Century UK..... I often wonder what the guys who landed on D-Day would have thought then if they knew what the UK would turn into...... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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