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...and he added a bit at 2:40 just for Merc!

All in jest CL and not offended, but being only from Blyth the rest of your explanation is wayyyy over my head,

Sorry if it caused you offence, Vic. That was not my intention. I think you may have misunderstood my use of the word 'even'. ’Even’, in its adverbial capacity, has several uses. It can, on the one hand be used to emphasize something unexpected or surprising (which I believe is your interpretation here): Even a person from Blyth can say it in a more easily understandable way (and therefore somebody from Ashington, Bedlington or Cramlington certainly can). On the other hand, it can be used to invite comparison of a previously made assertion (as was my intention): Even a person from Blyth (and not only a person from Ashington, Bedlington or Cramlington) can say it in a more easily understandable way. Hope that’s cleared it up a bit.

He never mentioned Bedlington at all - Ashington, Blyth, Cramlington.

Malcolm, your commitment is more than admirable, appreciate the update. I am particularly amused by the bits about the social media smear campaign; I think I commented on the discussion itself, but whoever is writing this stuff, or advising others to write it, really shouldn't be let anywhere near a keyboard. I have a 12 year-old niece with more understanding of grammar and how to make an impact than the writer of the blog (the name of which I have forgotten) and that's before we get to the 'facts'. I don't envy you, by the way, the sheer mundane nature of your role (with no ill intent meant, I would by no be akin to cry 'not another ****ing pothole! on a regular basis) but congratulate you and your colleagues on the continued efforts towards improvement and services. Meanwhile, the driveway to this house is knackered; can you come and fix it?