Friday 23rd November.

17 days to go.

It was an unusual start to the day today; we did not get our free SS from the hotel. We started our own speculation and in the best tradition of conspiracy theory decided that it was a case of censorship by the Government. The things that Government will do to stay in power sometimes are beyond belief!! Then Duke turned up with his copy.

The Opposition and the GG have realised that the Attorney General is attempting to have some matters placed in the High Court to “question” the Constitution. This was done last time there was a no confidence motion raised. This will mean that the motion cannot be discussed until the matter is settled by the High Court. They have announced that this stalling will only prolong matters and not solve them.

The GG has told the PM to convene Parliament. He has quoted in the paper his relevant powers under the Constitution. I hope this all happens peacefully, but I also hope it happens when I am here. I really would like to see it.

It is another good day health wise. After lunch we went over to a training facility to listen to the Local Management present their projects they have been working on as part of their training course. It is about Managing Change. This fills in Friday afternoon for Nemo, Duke, Tweety, Baby Nemo and I. We all head back to the office to tidy up for the weekend.

Tweety and I have pre-ordered pizza for dinner at the Raintree Café. We stressed we wanted the pizza ready for 1900. We duly arrive at 1900. At 1930 we get our pizza, cold. They do things a little different here, the base with cheese and tomato is cooked as a pizza. They then cook the other toppings as required and then place it on the pizza. I had the “Gourmet”. It was a combination of vegetarian delight, spiced grilled eggplant, herbs, tomato and to be honest I have forgotten the rest except for the crumbed fetta. It was delicious, the crust was really thin and crispy too.

We headed back to the car and set off for the ultra dangerous drive home. The café is just on the “other” side of White River. We have been told not to venture into White River after dark. Personally I see that more of a challenge than a warning. We arrived home safe and sound, was it another case of over reaction by the Security Advisor?