It seems that, according to the Mail, Halloween party organisers (and "community leaders" - a phrase I really loath) banned children aged five and under from bringing sharp plastic props, including toy broomsticks and scythes, to a "spooky disco" at a primary school in Treuddyn, North Wales.
The ban was to save them hurting themselves, or getting upset if they lost the articles.
All very well, but the kids had to be accompanied by their parents.
Anyhoo, that aside I would point out that Halloween was barely noted/celebrated in the UK when I was a kid.
Now, as an adult, I have to unplug my door bell in order to get through the evening!
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"Halloween party organisers (and "community leaders" - a phrase I really loath) banned children aged five and under from bringing sharp plastic props, including toy broomsticks and scythes, to a "spooky disco" at a primary school in Treuddyn, North Wales. The ban was to save them hurting themselves, or getting upset if they lost the articles."
ReplyDeleteDid the "community" actually have any say or role in choosing their leaders, I wonder, or are they self-appointed? I thought so! In any case, regardless of the merits or otherwise of Halloween, how are our children expected to learn what life is like in the real world, if they get "protected" in this way? Life is full of setbacks and disappointments and the occasional accident. That is how we learn. A pity these interfering busybodies don't put as much effort into dealing with the real issues affecting our country.
Thames Valley Police have produced a good poster to put on our doors, telling kids who are out demanding sweets and cash with menaces, not to knock here: it's worked well the last few years.
ReplyDeleteIt is ironical that kids who are taught that every adult is a paedo, are encouraged to go door to door knocking on stranger's homes and asking for sweets.
I too hate these self appointed pillocks that call themselves community leaders: I met one of my community leaders and asked when they were elected, they told me there wasn't one and I told her not to assume she speaks for me as I was perfectly capable of voicing my own opinions.
I was thinking of suggesting that the kiddies write to the 'leaders' to refute these arguments - then realised that -
ReplyDelete* Use of paper carries a RISK - of chewing, swallowing & choking.
* Nanny's ban on 'pointy things' probably extends to pens & pencils.
* If they sent emails it would (just possibly - if any of these leaders were thinking of 'cyber-stalking) expose them to abuse.
PS - won't ANYONE 'Think of the Kiddies' who might be obese, anorexic, or at risk of either - and ban sweeties altogether?
Stuff Halloween, mischief night was much more exciting (and dangerous). And back in the days when kids could buy proper fireworks like bangers and jumping jacks.
ReplyDeleteIt's a pity we don't celebrate November 5th better - and get it right this time and burn the HoP down with all MPs and Lords in it!!!
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