Get ready for the Sunshine and Bank Holidays!
Forthcoming Bank Holidays in the UK begin on Friday 2nd April, then Monday 5th April. Then the same again at the beginning of May and at the end of May. If there's something we like in the UK, its our summer Bank Hols. Come join us for fun and merriment!
Highlights from the weekend so far, and the News from the 'London City News Network' (LCNN).
Don't forget our stupid clocks changed in the night, so UK is now SL time + 8 hours.
Substation today at 12pm SLT and Katty Drunk as a skunk on the beach today from 1pm SL.
In the UK and Europe, the clocks go forward by 1 hour at bedtime, tonight!
This means that London City will "catch up" with the confusing USA clocks that changed two weeks ago and London time will be back to where it was, 8 hours ahead of SL Time.
Today, Tuesday 23rd March in the UK is the National Day of Reflection.
The Prince of Wales to lead country in national day of reflection on first anniversary of UK lockdown.
Prince Charles will say: "Whatever our faith or philosophy, let us take a moment together to remember those who have been lost."
A minute's silence will be held at 12pm, followed by a bell toll and people are being encouraged to stand on their doorsteps at 8pm with phones, candles and torches to signify a "beacon of remembrance".
On Saturday night, London City went wild for some crusties, as the Dubliners performed a wonderful concert of all the well known classic folk balads. It was that kind of party where you could still sing along even if you did not really know the words.
On Friday as part community service and part party with nibbles, Madame Bailey hosted an event at Lala's that was literally a shot in the arm.
Being the youngest on the team (he lied), I have watched nearly all my UK friends getting their Covid Vaccine before me.
My turn is on Sunday, about the time this entry gets posted. I have to say I feel a bit elated about it, as I have waited so long. I've always had a bit of a phobia about people with colds, so Covid to me is very much a physcological horror as well.
If you are undecided or reluctant, reach out to me and I'll let you know how it went. However, I do believe that the vaccine is far less frightening than the very real chance of catching this virus.
As you can see, the London team is quite large and watching everyone getting their shot before me has been unnerving in so far as every country is making end-of-lockdown plans and I am still waiting for the vaccine.
I do hope everyone in the universe gets their opportunity soon. Til then, wear a facemask and burn the lavatory seat after use.
The Irish Festival continues here in London City as we rev right up for St.Patrick's day on Wednesday. Here are some pictures from last night's drinkathon.
And in case you missed the comprehensive weekly news summary, here it is!
A fabulous start to the Irish Festival, with everyone taking advantage of cheap plonk available in the UK courtesy of the Government's budget.
Here are some pictures of the weekend events so far and a rundown of the news of the week that you might have missed...
Hurrah it is the weekend and all the clubs will be open this evening, so be sure to have a visit of the venues and take part in some great contests. Best nip to the supermarket for some Guinness whilst you're at it. It's going to be a long night!
It is the Irish Festival in London City through March.
Chancellor Rushi, wants this to be a St. Patricks Day to remember and has decided to freeze the price of Beer and Fags, and all other kinds of grog too! Thanks Rushi, we knew you were a party boy.
Get thee to the supermarket and stock up on essentials such as toilet rolls, sausage rolls, Beer and Benson & Hedges. It is by government decree.
Parties start from 1pm SL (9pm UK)
Happy Friday!
