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Post by Cardinal Pirelli on Jun 8, 2017 21:15:24 GMT
If, and a big if, this is correct, another election in Autumn? I wouldn't count against a Macron centrist figure emerging with a new grouping if that was the case.
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Post by sherriebythesea on Jun 8, 2017 21:23:47 GMT
Yes, from 0030 on polling day they can't comment on polls or the political parties chances or manifestos until the polls close Thanks! Sometimes I wish we had that. I ALWAYS wish we had that.Preferably starting 12 months before the next election.  |
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Post by The Matthew on Jun 8, 2017 21:26:31 GMT
My area is forecast as too close to call, which surprises me as the Conservatives had a 14.7% lead two years ago.
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Post by theatremadness on Jun 8, 2017 21:32:52 GMT
What an unbelievable exit poll. I still have a feeling that the reality will be that Conservatives win by a small majority - which, for those who voted Labour, is a form of consolation and warning to the Tories (or, more specifically, Theresa May) that their confidence was unfounded and that their policies and personalities don't wash with a large percentage of people.
If there is a Hung Parliament or Conservative win by a small majority - far smaller than they ever thought they would when this election was announced - is the resignation of Theresa May even an actual real-life possibility?
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Post by infofreako on Jun 8, 2017 21:37:46 GMT
What an unbelievable exit poll. I still have a feeling that the reality will be that Conservatives win by a small majority - which, for those who voted Labour, is a form of consolation and warning to the Tories (or, more specifically, Theresa May) that their confidence was unfounded and that their policies and personalities don't wash with a large percentage of people. If there is a Hung Parliament or Conservative win by a small majority - far smaller than they ever thought they would when this election was announced - is the resignation of Theresa May even an actual real-life possibility? I think it is. Her position will certainly be untenable. |
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Post by Phantom of London on Jun 8, 2017 21:39:54 GMT
infofreako - very valid points. Especially on the importance of getting out a voting and social media. I'll watch one thing on the telly, and my computer (or, more precisely, those I follow who will probably share the same views I do) will tell me the exact opposite! And @parsley you also raise valid points. I can't deny that there are a proportion of my generation who may not vote tomorrow because they have selfishly not bothered or cared to do any of their own research. BUT. What about those of my generation who do aspire to own cars and homes, who do aspire to solve their own problems and who hate the need for others to bail them out, but all of these aspirations are made impossible by the greed of what seems to be a very small percentage of people who seem to have a lot of sway? What if all that those people with those aspirations want is actually just a fighting chance to make it on their own? You have to work like a bitch nowadays I am sorry to say- it's the only way to manage I worked 70 hour weeks for a decade Did night locums Worked every weekend on top of my normal job for 5 years Even now my average week is 60 hours I refuse to be be punished by a Labour government For having this work ethic For choosing to help myself Yet people think it's okay to stand in the street drinking beer at the first sign of warm weather And then wonder why they are renting for life C'mon Parsley, you are typical Tory, by what I mean someone who always puts themselves first. |
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Post by The Matthew on Jun 8, 2017 21:41:38 GMT
If there is a Hung Parliament or Conservative win by a small majority - far smaller than they ever thought they would when this election was announced - is the resignation of Theresa May even an actual real-life possibility? I can't see her stepping down, but if her gamble doesn't pay off then I can't see her being given much choice in the matter. There are reasons why restrictions were placed on when elections are called and Theresa May's decision to stomp all over those reasons in an attempt to strengthen her authority over parliament is not going to go down well, especially among MPs who thought they were safe for a couple more years but lose their seats tonight. On top of that, she's repeatedly claimed that her decisions are backed by a mandate from the country, but if the country has turned against her those claims look distinctly dubious. |
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Post by d'James on Jun 8, 2017 21:42:25 GMT
It'll be impossible to form a coalition with SNP if they want another independence referendum as one of their terms.
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Post by Dawnstar on Jun 8, 2017 21:44:08 GMT
I don't see the UK getting much sleep tonight!
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Post by Phantom of London on Jun 8, 2017 21:45:51 GMT
If there is a Hung Parliament or Conservative win by a small majority - far smaller than they ever thought they would when this election was announced - is the resignation of Theresa May even an actual real-life possibility? I can't see her stepping down, but if her gamble doesn't pay off then I can't see her being given much choice in the matter. There are reasons why restrictions were placed on when elections are called and Theresa May's decision to stomp all over those reasons in an attempt to strengthen her authority over parliament is not going to go down well, especially among MPs who thought they were safe for a couple more years but lose their seats tonight. On top of that, she's repeatedly claimed that her decisions are backed by a mandate from the country, but if the country has turned against her those claims look distinctly dubious. Really Saint Theresa not stepping down? She called an election because she had no mandate to lead the Brexit talks, this time next year. She be doing Q&A sessions with Ed Balls up and down the country in a theatre near you. just poured myself a nice big glass of red wine on my balcony in Greece. |
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Post by Phantom of London on Jun 8, 2017 21:47:33 GMT
George Osbourne just called it 'a castrophe for the Tories'.
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Post by d'James on Jun 8, 2017 21:48:06 GMT
I don't see the UK getting much sleep tonight! I know! I made extra dinner just in case, but I've eaten it all already. |
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Post by Dawnstar on Jun 8, 2017 22:01:21 GMT
I don't see the UK getting much sleep tonight! I know! I made extra dinner just in case, but I've eaten it all already. I was going to have my bedtime snack shortly but it may be an early midnight snack instead. I've already started listening to the more existentially angsty songs from Groundhog Day. |
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Post by Deleted on Jun 8, 2017 22:03:06 GMT
I know! I made extra dinner just in case, but I've eaten it all already. I was going to have my bedtime snack shortly but it may be an early midnight snack instead. I've already started listening to the more existentially angsty songs from Groundhog Day. What was the snack |
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Post by Deleted on Jun 8, 2017 22:03:19 GMT
I don't see the UK getting much sleep tonight! I know! I made extra dinner just in case, but I've eaten it all already. What dinner ? |
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Post by d'James on Jun 8, 2017 22:03:50 GMT
Just a prawny-linguine thing.
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Post by infofreako on Jun 8, 2017 22:11:57 GMT
Exit polls looking a little out currently
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Post by theatre-turtle on Jun 8, 2017 22:23:23 GMT
I've just binged eaten a 150g bag of Kettle Chips in anxiety
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Post by Deleted on Jun 8, 2017 22:29:48 GMT
The positive thing is everyone who voted on the poll here, no one said they weren't voting. Other than not voting and UKIP, every option got at least one vote. Its great to see that we all have different views and opinions and unlike some on social emdia, we haven't decended into WW3 quite yet haha.
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Post by Deleted on Jun 8, 2017 22:36:15 GMT
Someone DID vote UKIP but has changed it during the day! I wonder what happened to make them change their minds?!? And who they changed their vote to?
I like my politics like I like my drugs - GREEN
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Post by infofreako on Jun 8, 2017 22:43:00 GMT
The positive thing is everyone who voted on the poll here, no one said they weren't voting. Other than not voting and UKIP, every option got at least one vote. Its great to see that we all have different views and opinions and unlike some on social emdia, we haven't decended into WW3 quite yet haha. We should get the mods to merge this with the wicked thread. That'll do the trick |
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Post by bellboard27 on Jun 8, 2017 22:45:48 GMT
Am getting through the beers and Bombay mix. I hope I've got enough to last.
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Post by Honoured Guest on Jun 8, 2017 23:00:57 GMT
Brexit means Brexit
Strong and stable
You are not my priority
Enough is enough
I resign
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Post by theatremadness on Jun 8, 2017 23:05:32 GMT
No snacks at all for me here. Wouldn't particularly be staying up if it wasn't the Exit Poll. I am SUCH an amateur.
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Post by d'James on Jun 8, 2017 23:06:05 GMT
Brexit means Brexit Strong and stable You are not my priority Enough is enough I resign I think this was the problem. If her supporters were playing the Theresa May drinking game (take a shot whenever she says any of the above), they're probably all dead by now. |
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Post by d'James on Jun 8, 2017 23:29:26 GMT
Stick with it people. Let's have a sing-song!
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Post by cheesy116 on Jun 8, 2017 23:49:13 GMT
LABOUR
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Post by infofreako on Jun 9, 2017 0:00:09 GMT
Cider stocks depleting rapidly. Searching the alcohol cabinet and digging out the snacks
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Post by wickedgrin on Jun 9, 2017 0:18:05 GMT
Well I think June was the end of May. I predict she will resign - you heard it here first!
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Post by Phantom of London on Jun 9, 2017 0:30:11 GMT
Nick Clegg Gone.
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