That's Britain

That's Britain is a new BBC programme which give us the chance to sound off about things we love and hate. the first two programmes have had a couple a things I have a personnel interest in. The first was on bringing back Bus Conductors. it seems a lot of people would like to see them back. Their reasons seem to revolve around unruly behaviour and that the driver has no control. I have to say I have had very few problems with passengers as I firmly believe it is YOUR attitude and behaviour that sets the tone for the passengers. I think it would take a lot to bring Conductors back as buses are designed for 'single man' operation. The second feature was on doorstep milk deliveries. We have had milk delivered for several years now and with the arrival of the Milk and More website can change our order any time up to 2100 at night. One thing we found was that our weekly spend on food went down. How often have you gone to a shop for milk and come out with just milk?

Diabetes

Called to the Doctors today to discuss the results of the blood tests. It seems that I have Type 2 Diabetes which now needs to be controlled with medication. The tablets  I have been prescribed are the common Metformin. I have to say it will take a while to get used to the fact but I am trying to learn as much as I can about it and how I can possibly reduce any future problems. One major thing I was worried about was of course my job. I was under the impression that once I started tablets I would have to go for a DVLA medical and if I got to the point of requiring Insulin I would not be able to drive, at all. However, it seems the rules have changed as of the 15th and you can now, subject to some criteria even drive while Insulin dependent. I have already notified DVLA but it looks like I will need to notify them of the change of status. Full details of the current regulations cab be found here.

T & C's

Came across this on the company web site. I wonder how many passengers have read this or even realise they are bound by it. It makes for VERY interesting reading.


http://www.firstgroup.com/ukbus/bristol_bath/about_us/conditions_of_carriage/