Bonnie and Clyde sent to jail. Options

[GMR]

Yes, the famous and notorious couple Bonnie and Clyde (also known as the respectable and honest (honourable) Lib-Dem pair... or is that pear? Chris Huhne & Vicky Pryce ) were sent down for mass murder (sorry, I got that wrong) swapping points (points making prizes... in their cases their prize was 8 months in jail). Should they have been sent down or just given a warning? After all they belong to an honourable party that supports women (Lord Rennard), honesty and the integrity of the law and they are one of the most respectable parties in this country (just look at David Rendal and what he did for Newbury). So what do Newburians think?

[On the edge]

Just glad to see that no one is above the law. I thought one of the most telling outcomes today was the fact that Huhne was banned just five months after the 'swap'. Clearly what he'd done hadn't even registered yet even yesterday senior LibDems were saying he was one of their finest thinkers.

[Samantha]

First of many 'lunacy' alerts I expect...

After all they belong to an honourable party that supports women

Really? Any evidence to show Pryce belongs to the Lib Dems?

[GMR]

Just glad to see that no one is above the law. I thought one of the most telling outcomes today was the fact that Huhne was banned just five months after the 'swap'. Clearly what he'd done hadn't even registered yet even yesterday senior LibDems were saying he was one of their finest thinkers.

Don't you mean one of their finest crooks? The Lib-Dems always prided themselves as above other parties; but with Lord Rennard & Chris Huhne's shenanigans they've proven they are just as crooked as everybody else. Not only that but their leader was accused of knowing years ago about Lord Rennard; but he was too important to take it further so just a slap on the wrist was sufficient.

[GMR]

First of many 'lunacy' alerts I expect...

True

Really? Any evidence to show Pryce belongs to the Lib Dems?

No, but if she is willing to take his points I am sure she was quite happy to take his party.

[Dodgys smarter b...]

No, but if she is willing to take his points I am sure she was quite happy to take his party.

So why did you say they both belonged to the same party?

Just so everyone is singing from the same song sheet:

Not for GMR as he don't do links.

[GMR]

So why did you say they both belonged to the same party?

Why not? If I was wrong then I am sure somebody on here would be quite capable and happy to correct me. Getting something wrong is not a life and death situation. Heavens forbid somebody actually getting it wrong on here.

[motormad]

Obviously making the OP nice and clear without any sort of sarcasm which indicates a deep seeded dislike for the person(s) or political party involved.
Not excusing them but loads of people swap points, especially if you have one partner who does little to no driving and one who drives a lot for work, if it were Dave and Miranda down the road no-one would give a crap....

So as a Newburian I honestly couldn't care less. People are fallible and it's hardly a the "great scandal" it's made out to be... Not like the expenses for example.

[On the edge]

I suspect if the Police at least did know about 'Dave and Miranda' they would be in serious trouble. The key issue wasn't about driving points, but perverting the course of justice. What made it serious here is an old value called probity; which we've lost sight of somewhat these days. Its the same issue that's at stake in the matter to do with the Police and bicycles in Downing Street. If you are right and no one gives a crap, then we really are in big trouble.

[On the edge]

Why not? If I was wrong then I am sure somebody on here would be quite capable and happy to correct me. Getting something wrong is not a life and death situation. Heavens forbid somebody actually getting it wrong on here.

I think she is a member of the party - she attends their conferences in her own right; that's where she met the Sunday Times reporter.

[Dodgys smarter b...]

She was Deputy Head of the Government's Economic Service from 2004 to 2007, and Joint Head from 2007 to 2010.

But on the positive side, at least the ladies footie team at HMP Holloway now has a proven penalty taker...

[On the edge]

She was Deputy Head of the Government's Economic Service from 2004 to 2007, and Joint Head from 2007 to 2010.

But on the positive side, at least the ladies footie team at HMP Holloway now has a proven penalty taker...

In her professional life, but she was still an ordinary member of the party.

[Strafin]

Obviously making the OP nice and clear without any sort of sarcasm which indicates a deep seeded dislike for the person(s) or political party involved.
Not excusing them but loads of people swap points, especially if you have one partner who does little to no driving and one who drives a lot for work, if it were Dave and Miranda down the road no-one would give a crap....

So as a Newburian I honestly couldn't care less. People are fallible and it's hardly a the "great scandal" it's made out to be... Not like the expenses for example.

Swapping points is one thing, the other point, is that when caught the lies continued, not only to the police but to their colleagues and supporters as well. And the public. That is the point where people have lost empathy with the scheming couple.

[Rusty Bullet]

In her professional life, but she was still an ordinary member of the party.

You're saying that the Labour Government. employed card carrying members of the Liberal party?

[Amelie]

Link:

Gob Smacking stuff.

[Gooner72]

You know, you do have to feel sorry for Huhne and Pryce

The one minute, spending a life of lavish luxury, not really wanting for anything, all at the tax payers expense......


The next minute they will be released from prison...........

[On the edge]

You're saying that the Labour Government. employed card carrying members of the Liberal party?

She was employed by the civil service. I don't believe there is any restriction on basic party membership these days.

[Rusty Bullet]

So still no proof anywhere that the assertion by GMR was correct.

[On the edge]

So still no proof anywhere that the assertion by GMR was correct.

Sunday Times, 26 February 2010

Vicky Pryce
The estranged wife of Chris Huhne, who left her for Carina Trimingham, causes a stir with her appearance at the Lib Dem party conference
The Sunday Times Published: 26 September 2010

Vicky Pryce Liberal Democrat Autumn 2010 conference, Liverpool, Britain - 22 Sep 2010 Vicky Pryce, wife of Chris Huhne (who is now in a serious relationship with Carina Trimingham). (Rii Schroer )Vicky Pryce is currently the chief economist in the Department for Business (Rii Schroer )

It's my party

Although I arrived in Liverpool for the Liberal Democrat conference on Tuesday, I didn’t register until Wednesday morning. I thought it would be quieter that way but my appearance caused a bit of a stir anyway. My husband, Chris Huhne, the energy secretary, was there, as was his new girlfriend Carina Trimingham — Chris and I are getting divorced. She decided to take me to task and asked a group of photographers: “Why’s she here? She’s never been to conference before.”

I'm indifferent to Trimmingham's comments. I attended the party as a member of the LibDem party.....................





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[GMR]

So still no proof anywhere that the assertion by GMR was correct.

Read below or above..... There is always a God out there if you pray hard enough.... even for an atheist.