Things haven't changed much after all!

I don't know about 'famous five', more like secret seven as I've no idea who is 'in' or 'out'. As for alter egos, there are a few egos that could do with altering. Why can't people behave like grown-ups?

I've no idea about who is supposedly in these five, six or sevens either CY

But I endorse your suggestion encouraging adults to "behave like grown-ups"

We can only hope!

Cheers

Bugs

I think we would need to ask the instigator of the term famous five to determine who had a different opinion to them. I wonder who that might have been? I wonder if they, whoever they were, came up with the other derogatory terms?

I'd be happy to name the famous five, if you like Bugs.

Please confirm that it won't contravene the CT rules to do so.......although I'm not sure that anyone can be so naive as to not to be completely aware.....especially if, as we are told, mods have to read every thread.

Famous  Five : Julian,  Dick,  George, Anne & Timmy 

Ian , the famous five are........

Julian

Dick

Anne

George

Timmy

There I've done it

Oh , my paws are too slow

I'd be happy to name the famous five, if you like Bugs.

Please confirm that it won't contravene the CT rules to do so.......although I'm not sure that anyone can be so naive as to not to be completely aware.....especially if, as we are told, mods have to read every thread.

You've read the Community Guidelines Ian. You know what they say about being kind, respectful, polite, considerate and taking responsibility.

If you have an issue with any fellow-members, either individually or in a perceived "group", the guidance is clear - contact the Community Manager.

Cheers

Bugs

I'd be happy to name the famous five, if you like Bugs.

Please confirm that it won't contravene the CT rules to do so.......although I'm not sure that anyone can be so naive as to not to be completely aware.....especially if, as we are told, mods have to read every thread.

You've read the Community Guidelines Ian. You know what they say about being kind, respectful, polite, considerate and taking responsibility.

If you have an issue with any fellow-members, either individually or in a perceived "group", the guidance is clear - contact the Community Manager.

Cheers

Bugs

I only offered because you appeared to be unaware, Bugs.

Yes I have read the guidelines and that was why I asked whether you wanted me to politely name the characters in question.

I understand the guidance concerning contacting the Community Manager, but also expect that we can rely on you, as a moderator, to spot deliberate bullying and take action before the need (and attendant delay) of 'reporting' such activity.

Thank you.

I'd be happy to name the famous five, if you like Bugs.

Please confirm that it won't contravene the CT rules to do so.......although I'm not sure that anyone can be so naive as to not to be completely aware.....especially if, as we are told, mods have to read every thread.

You've read the Community Guidelines Ian. You know what they say about being kind, respectful, polite, considerate and taking responsibility.

If you have an issue with any fellow-members, either individually or in a perceived "group", the guidance is clear - contact the Community Manager.

Cheers

Bugs

I only offered because you appeared to be unaware, Bugs.

Yes I have read the guidelines and that was why I asked whether you wanted me to politely name the characters in question.

I understand the guidance concerning contacting the Community Manager, but also expect that we can rely on you, as a moderator, to spot deliberate bullying and take action before the need (and attendant delay) of 'reporting' such activity.

Thank you.

Ian

Name your "characters in question" with supporting evidence to the Community Manager & she will decide if any "bullying" has taken place.

If the Champions spot any activity which breaches the Community Guidelines, they do take appropriate action and also alert the CM.

However, the Champions are member volunteers and cannot guarantee to be here 24/7 reading every post.

Cheers

Bugs

Ian, is anyone really that bothered enough to be drawn into a schoolyard name calling game, really? I probably enjoyed it many years ago but now?, not really