27th June, 2025.
Hmmm …
I’m sure you know that the government of the UK had planned to make big adjustments to various welfare benefits.
Mostly to the health sections of Universal Credit, and to Personal Independence Payment.
But were facing a backbench rebellion in next week’s planned vote on the bill.
However?
Those rebels have mostly climbed down: after the government made concessions.
Hopefully?
That means thousands of people will be unaffected.
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I usually keep an eye open for news about Dr Who: and am very aware that Disney’s deal with the BBC — that has funded the past couple of seasons — hasn’t been renewed.
But — with thanks to the Tharries channel, along side one or two news pieces — also aware that, apparently, two unnamed, big, streaming services are supposed to be bidding for the rights.
Supposedly, those streamers are HBO Max, and Netflix.
And, supposedly?
At least one of the streamers wants the show to go in a darker direction: something showrunner, Russell T. Davies, doesn’t want: he’d prefer a lighter tone.
Personally?
I’d prefer a darker tone, myself: I grew up on Tom Baker’s scary early years.
If the show isn’t causing nightmares, it’s doing something wrong!
But?
Would be grateful to see the show being aired.
We’ll have to see, won’t we?
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