Just back from holidays

Just returned from a few days off. August - especially the last 2 weeks - is a great time to take time off. Not many people want appointments so I can rest easy in the knowledge that there is minimal disruption to my customers.

There have been 2 very interesting news items over the last few days. 1 is my local council's latest idea to introduce a bin chip to monitor how much non recyclable rubbish we each have. I think the idea has merit but only if the suppliers are encouraged to remove most of their packaging. What do you think?

The 2nd is the proposed refusal of IVF treatment for obese females. It is not very encouraging is it that these rules do not apply to obese fathers in a similar position. The Government is providing suitable ammunition for those critics who see the UK developing into a 'nanny state'. What do you think?