I'll look forward to any news coming from the debate later this week. It smacks of a bit of an own goal, think Ratners! (Remember Gerald Ratners infamous words?)

Might it be worth mentioning a couple of things happening in Liverpool in 2008?

January sees the opening ceremony when Liverpool becomes European Capital of Culture for 2008. It's going to be very special with some top events planned. A reduced winter schedule to and from Liverpool will penalise those culture vultures among you on the Island.

Why IOMSP chose to cut back sailings this winter is odd given the likely interest from the IOM in Liverpool this winter/spring 2008. Not to mention the football fans and shoppers regular visits. As always you'd all be most welcome (especially the blue noses lol). alf

For those interested

http://www.liverpool08.com/
http://www.accliverpool.com/
http://www.liverpoolpsda.co.uk/