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Lord Patel/Karen Jones thread - anyone want to go to House of Lords to talk to Lord Patel

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GColdtimer · 12/03/2018 20:46

Does anyone remember this thread?

Well, I wrote to Lord Patel to ask him why he had invited a violent rapist and attempted murderer to talk to the House of Lords (about the rights of transgender people). He has invited me tot he House of Lords to share my concerns!

I am in shock. The dates he has sent I can't do, I am also sure there are other people who would do a far better job than me. Anyone fancy going in my place??

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LittleLebowski · 12/03/2018 21:25

Wow! Result twofalls, well done! Star

Certainly Datun would be a confident, very clued-up and articulate person to speak to Lord Patel.

So glad that you got a response.

DNAnotGRA · 12/03/2018 21:21

Datun

picklemepopcorn · 12/03/2018 21:16

Well done you! I hope someone really articulate is able to do you proud!

LastGirlOnTheLeft · 12/03/2018 21:09

Two...wow, you are brilliant! Such an inspirational woman! Thank you!!!

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GColdtimer · 12/03/2018 21:05

Thanks Somerville Smile. I am going to write, thank him for the invitation and say I am trying to juggle things to make the logistics work. I will also ask if someone else could attend in my place if I am unable to make it. Whatever happens I will not let the opportunity pass!

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Somerville · 12/03/2018 21:01

Well done on such an effective letter twofalls my dear.
Will he let you just nominate someone else in your place? Is taking someone with you a strategy that might stop it falling through?

There are some really eloquent and impassioned women on here who know all the facts and I'm sure could make the most of the opportunity.
But I really think you could, too, if you can manage the logistics. Smile

rowdywoman1 · 12/03/2018 20:57

Datun would be brilliant!

SmurfOrTerf · 12/03/2018 20:57

I nominate Datun

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GColdtimer · 12/03/2018 20:55

Thanks Rowdy, I am going to ask if someone could go in my place. I have a totally mental March and April workwise but could make the time if necessary. However, its such a fantastic opportunity I am sure there are women here who would do a better job than me (not imposter syndrome, just a fact!).

And yes, would need to screen to make sure established poster!

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rowdywoman1 · 12/03/2018 20:52

Would he accept a couple of people in your place? There are lots of articulate women on here who could explain things eloquently.
Well done for writing!

rowdywoman1 · 12/03/2018 20:51

Twofalls
That's a great opportunity.
Maybe Posie might be interested? (just a thought)
Can I suggest that you 'screen' whoever is interested - sorry to be paranoid but make sure that it is an 'established ' poster?