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The Eternal Sep 25, 2005 01:10:19
Replying to Ishmael

Ishmael,
"A public meeting".
What does that mean? It seems like it's going to be held by EH, plus about 100 or so people who live in these islands. Not very representative of the populace as a whole.
I know the whole of Britain, or even just those who are interested can't attend, due to capacity. But why hasn't the whole issue been raised on prime-time national terrestrial TV? How else can EH get a full opinion of public feeling? There has to be full public opinion sought on what is one of Britains most important prehistoric sites. A full TV programme is the least it deserves, instead of the usual diet of celebrity shite that finds its putrid way down our aerials.
Lets have a public debate, as befits a supposed "civilised" society.
I have a lot of respect for EH, as well as a lot of disagreement. They operate in a non-profit-making way, which has to be respected in this greedy day and age. I hope they can keep my respect by consulting the whole public on matters like dear old Silbury Hill, bless her.
Put a word in.
Regards,
TE.

I Ishmael
Ishmael Sep 25, 2005 01:25:28
Replying to The Eternal

>Put a word in.
If only I had an ear to put a word into!
I agree, a TV debate, such as Question time or summut would be great but its not gonna happen is it?
Stonehenge is the national disgrace and the plans for that seem to have fallen flat on its arse.
What chance does Silbury have of making the news?
How would TV go about such a debate?
"Here's a hugely important national monument that the BBC sponsored dig in 1960's helped to fucked up,
what should we do with it?" Have your say by phoning/texting 01807 059484669373655838 (calls cost £12)
If/When such a meeting happens I won't be attending. I'm just a photographer with a big mouth and its about time I shut up.