Dave Plowman (News) wrote:
In article ,
Eeyore wrote:
Because the 'Average Joe' can't be relied upon to do sensible things, I
regret that occasionally the state does need to provide some incentives.

Yes, it seems a little 'nannying' may be in order.

I don't mind 'nannying' from an intelligent nanny who understands the
issues and makes a sensible rule. Sadly this exempts every politician and
civil servant.


Usd not to when we had career civil servants drawn from top educational
establishments: Sadly they had a habit of pointing out politically
embarassing things. Kelly? Who was Kelly...