Frank Leavers
Frank has been writing a number of different columns for the Bulletin for almost 16 years; in that time he has also worked as a radio and television presenter in Mallorca. He has a background in the press, media, politics and public affairs that goes back to the early 1980’s. Alas, he’s getting grumpier as he gets older!
Vote early, vote often!
Why does the UK insist that we vote on a Thursday when the rest of the world seem to feel that a ‘workless’ Sunday is a better bet?
The complicated truth about tipping
"I have to say that in Spain - and Mallorca in particular, tipping is quite a civilised procedure"
Please tell generation Z that ageism cuts both ways!
It is my task today to list certain things that we the more mature elements of society - say and do, that may, or may not, get on the nerves of a younger generation.
Shoplifting has become the fastest growing crime in the UK
“The Co-op has recorded the highest level of shoplifting in its history, and has accused the police of failing to take action against violent gangs of thieves...”
Come on: Are you beach ready?
“If you are a tourist visiting this lovely island - a word to the wise; follow a group of Mallorcan day-trippers to the beach (as they always know the best places to go) and then move as far as you can away from them...”
Some random thoughts on: Exclamations marks, apps and other annoying stuff
It appears that these days cash money is of no use to anyone. Everything is expected to be paid for by flashing a bank card or App.
Tall and slim, or short and fat?
What do British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak, Russian President Vladimir Putin, and Ukrainian President Zelensky have in common?
Cricket lovely cricket! - “It sounds like England”
“I find that rather like millions of other cricket lovers I prefer to listen to the matches on the radio via the BBC’s Test Match Special than live on the television...”
Kids! Who’d have them?
The very process and desirability of parenthood is not what it was just a few decades ago.
It’s only Rock & Roll, but I like it!
Then there was a number of fantastic gigs I did the press & media for when a number of superb artists visited Mallorca in the noughties.
Please keep your clothes on will you?
Indeed I think that the Balearic authorities should introduce a by-law actually banning inappropriate leisure-wear among tourists and not forgetting residents, who can be as bad sometimes.
Turned out nice again hasn’t it?
I have to say that I’d quite forgotten just how bizarre the British media can be where weather is concerned.
Up the wooden stairs to Bedfordshire!
Someone will be sleeping on a sofa I reckon, and it isn’t going to be me!
That's what friends are for - isn’t it?
So then, pick your friends carefully, that’s what I say.
Going forward - It is what it is!
Why do people insist on saying some of the following irritatingly meaningless phrases, such as...
Racism in the UK - A different time and a very different place!
I really do not need to be lectured by some middle-class, entitled, Oxbridge student as to Britain’s inherent racist attitude to minorities in this country
The Coronation plus Eurovision: Lots of fun, but just a little embarrassing!
“As for The Eurovision Song Contest, I have to say that I would make it an every five year extravaganza… ...”
Hey, I Like Jazz - It’s Really Cool Man!
My sudden and alarming embrace of modern jazz has revitalised my interest in music.
Our Spanish survey says!
Spain of all European nations has more of its young people (of working age) living at home with their parents than any other country.
- What a carry on! European Union abandons full launch of new travel entry system for Britons in favour of "phased rollout"
- Uncertainty surrounds EU Entry/Exit System implementation
- Fresh hope for Golden Visa in Spain
- Living in Palma Airport - Safe and warm
- Laura Hamilton: “I’ve always loved Mallorca, I just wished I’d bought here earlier...”
Comment
Is your doorbell spying on you?
You will have to believe me when I say that I am not (repeat not) a conspiracy theorist of any description. However, on occasions I have been known to ask myself - how on earth did he/she/they know about that?
Frank Leavers 18/09/2023 10:37