I wandered over to A. stretch my legs and B. find out what the cause of the uncontainable mirth was – and was gobsmacked to find them watching a DVD of ‘Mind your Language’.

It may offend some but it wasn’t made with that intent. I’m glad that it’s still enjoyed for what it is – by people of all colours and creeds – it’s one in the eye for the PC brigade.

Good luck with your proceedings.

I’m old enough to remember “Love They Neighbour”, maybe with 20/20 hindsight and reflection but I always remember Eddie Booth being a prat and loosing out because of his attitudes BUT, thats from what, 35 years ago so please don’t take that as any scientific study of the show which I don’t think has aired since,

inappropriate to wear in a business meeting yes, arranged at short notice, I was working at home, in this and shorts, (also not for business) my point, and I appreciate that you are not having a go, is that I have an understanding of how somebody would/could be unhappy at seeing me wear it during a work meeting.

inappropriate to wear at home, or as casual wear, no, I don’t think so.

Oh OK. And changing your shirt wasn’t an option then. Fair enough.
To be honest, I don’t think that would be a good example to show how “sensitive” you are. Possibly the reverse.

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Achtung-Spitfire-Military-T-Shirt-CafePress/dp/B007YR7EFQ/ref=sr_1_1?s=clothing&ie=UTF8&qid=1352906363&sr=1-1

I thnk it shows my love of English culture and history:rolleyes:

Fair enough. I come from customer-facing background so I am very aware of what to say and when to say it.

I am baffled by this. Why on earth would you choose not to take part even if it is audio only? :confused:

Bullying and harrassment in the workplace is something that is all too common. Banter is one thing and most are happy to join in. Not everyone is though.

Sorry, I wasn’t clear, I stayed on Audio only, texted my boss with a picture of the shirt and he said “ah, OK…”

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Having said that, what if a customer had overheard your banter? They may not have understood the in-jokes and may leave with a less-than-favourable impression. What effect might that have had?

Thanks for the feedback all, with reference to this question, we are a secure area with pre booked, pre planned visits only – too much technical kit and data around the place. So, if anybody does come in, we clear up, shave and put on our Sunday best.

I had to break the news today to my assistant, and now look after him. I’m checking back over a lot of things we say and do, and will highlight (for example) my sensitivity to my colleagues by reminding them that last week I was working at home and declined to join a meeting by Video link (just audio) because I was wearing my “achtung Spitfire” T-shirt, and we had colleagues from Germany on the call.

I sat awake last night from 1am to past 5 am writing notes, looking out info and “counter claim” info. Am shattered at the moment.

If you can get your hands on one of the old “Wings Of Fame” series (excellent stuff generally) Volume 19 had a really good write up on the Mercator. I had never even heard of the thing until I read it. Well worth hunting out of you can (that said, evilbay just had one for for £48 or so !….):eek:

I feel no pressure from the RBL at all, its my choice and I do so freely. In fact, I confess that I feel almost guilty passing a Poppy seller, and usually end up buying a few poppies as I loose them and I really don’t like to be without one.

I guess its not finished yet – anybody want to tell him that the Lancaster is missing the “Upkeep” fit, spotlights etc !?:diablo:

I once saw a soldier with a tattoo he had got while in Germany, “Death Before Disshonour”……. :eek::rolleyes: