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New comment moderation

Regular readers will notice that this blog now has a new comment system, which will - I hope - make it easier for you to share your views and join the debate.

First of all, you are now able to respond directly to comments that others have posted, making it more of a discussion than before.

Secondly, although I will continue to moderate comments, I now have the facility to so-called "white list" trusted contributors.  Once "white listed", you will be able to post comments right away, without me having to read them.  I will, however, only "white list" contributors with a track record of responsible posting.

What do I mean by responsible posting? 

Obviously not using offensive words or rude terms.  However, perhaps as important is to avoid saying things about other named individuals or organisations that are potentially actionable.  Frankly, I do not care how strongly you might happen to think that Mr Such-and-such is a crook, thief, liar etc etc.  If you want to say that sort of thing, say it on your own blog site, not this one.

If you express views about the topic under discussion - with however much passion - and if you are polite about other readers, you are very welcome, and I am thrilled to have you as part of this site.

The new comment thread is yours.  Over to you .....

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