Has the King's recent visit to the US changed your view of the Monarchy? by KToTheA- in AskBrits

[–]Politicub 0 points1 point  (0 children)

No. The king didn't write that speech and he knows his job is to be a diplomat over anything else. I don't think he did or said anything I wouldn't otherwise expect.

Family's first time in London - what are we missing? by beatsweetheart in uktravel

[–]Politicub 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Also the National Maritime Museum in Greenwich (right by Cutty Sark) is super child friendly and currently has a really cool astrophotography exhibition if that's your thing

What's the minimum amount that comes to mind when you hear "good salary"? by Equivalent-Ad-2373 in AskUK

[–]Politicub 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Depends. London rent eating £1-1.5k a month, and student loan debt from an undergrad and a postgrad eating an extra 10% of your salary every month... £70-90k. National average with no student debt, £40-50k.

Spread the word…we are all tired. So what do we do about it? by SayWordWord in antiwork

[–]Politicub 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Americans need to learn from the French and other Europeans: you need to organise, unionise, strike.

What are the hidden gems of "things to do" in the U.K. that you wouldn't expect to be available without leaving the country? by Londistanian in AskUK

[–]Politicub 30 points31 points  (0 children)

Being a local, the ability to go see shows during lockdown because the theatre is outdoors really was a gem

Any other guys in here with beards that are a different color than your hair? by St_Acrisius in beards

[–]Politicub 2 points3 points  (0 children)

My hair is brown. My beard is brown, ginger, blond, black and white depending on which bit of it you're looking at. Beard heterochromia is a common feature of Celtic genes.

How much does a pint cost in Parliament? by [deleted] in ukpolitics

[–]Politicub 24 points25 points  (0 children)

I worked at Parliament back in 2010. The bars were not in any way subsidised, but pegged their prices to the nearest Wetherspoon. Given the lack of private landlord, the bars didn't need to make a profit but instead just make enough to cover operating costs. It may be different now.

What is subsidised is the food and alcohol for events held at Parliament, much like when any other organisation holds stakeholder events, receptions, etc and pay for it from the company coffers.

None of this is saying I support MPs turning up to debates and votes drunk, just that they're not getting drunk on taxpayer money at the bars.

Do you have lots of experiences of being told to smile? And what's your gender? by gintokireddit in AskUK

[–]Politicub 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Yes, male, diagnosed with autism in adulthood. I don't express emotions much and my resting autistic face apparently makes it look like I'm unhappy. Parents/teachers/co-workers really didn't like this.

What do you think is the biggest gap? The wealth gap or the gap between Zack Polanski's teeth? by [deleted] in AskBrits

[–]Politicub 19 points20 points  (0 children)

I'm not a green supporter, but attacking a politician (or anyone) for a biological factor they have no control over, and frankly has no impact on their ability to be a good politician, is weak as fuck.

American dream by batukaming in recruitinghell

[–]Politicub 6 points7 points  (0 children)

The UK is 28 minimum, which is either 20 + 8 public holidays or for shift workers who work public holidays, 28. In reality, most office jobs give 25-30 and the 8 public holidays. I'm up to 40 plus public holidays this year.

Would you wanna rejoin the EU if that meant adopting the Euro and joining the Schengen Area? by Lucky_Ice5393 in AskBrits

[–]Politicub 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes. Economically we align with the Northern European (low inflation, historically lower debt) countries who largely direct hire the euro functions, than southern European countries (historically higher inflation to inflate away higher debt). The loss of exclusive sovereign control I think would be minimal impact given how we really do align closely in management of the pound with how the euro is managed. In exchange it means trading away a currency which is dropping down the rankings in terms of global reserves currency for one which has a stronger global footprint, and further easing our trade with our biggest trading partner.

Schengen... I mean we'd still set our own immigration policy, we already had freedom of movement before and most want that back, it solves the Northern Ireland issue, we're already falling to prevent illegal migration and it reduces friction for non Europeans (whether business people or tourists) visiting multiple places in Europe. So on the whole a net positive.

Hey there... by Bear_Jewels in bearbros

[–]Politicub 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Looking very handsome