Thread 13 Starmer - facts are for lefties

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And it means he's having to cancel his holiday as well

So much for some of the headlines recently that Starmer is tired and worn out... perhaps extremely upset at his brothers illness.

That is sad news

Yes.

I can't imagine being able to fake wishing everyone the best Christmas when you know this will be your brothers last.

Thought the same - a bad time all round

Far too many too quick to judge, esp if it gives them chance to kick Labour.

It’s dreadful losing someone you love at Christmas time. It’s never the same again. Mr B’s dad died on Christmas Eve, it will always be tinged with sadness.

Crime Rate UK which takes statistics from various sources.

Christmas also becomes associated with bereavement. Any other time of year, the anniversary of a death perhaps does not impact you in the same way.

May Mr Starmer rest in peace, 60 is far too young an age to die.

It's so sad. There was an awful thread about Starmer's Christmas message on here - he must have recorded that knowing he was about to lose his brother. Many of the sisters on there should now be deeply ashamed but probably aren't.

The 28th is our tough day - this year it will be 7 years since my late husband threatened to kill me and was taken away by the police. It never goes away.

My deepest sympathy to anyone living with sad anniversaries at this time of year.

I saw that thread, it was vile.

I am sorry today is painful.for you. Hoe you get through it OK. Xx

He's spent years supporting his brother, protecting him and looking after his welfare. This must have been so hard for him.

The article posted by @BIWI on the previous page at 13,19 has been expanded to give many more details of his brothers difficult life and their relationship over the years

Very sad

Keir clearly cared really deeply for Nick and tried to look out for him. He must be feeling pretty terrible right now. (any lurkers thinking of calling me out for being twee or whatever for expressing some empathy, don't bother).

So interesting. Tough time.

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Whenever you see anything about Starmer’s personal life he comes across really well. I wish people would quit the personal attacks.

RIP Mr Nick Starmer.
Tom Baldwin's biography gives such a compelling insight into the character of our PM.
Condolences to all who are grieving , this can be such a sad time of year for many.
This is my first christmas without my mum , we laid her to rest in november.

So sorry @elodie09. The first Christmas after the death of a parent is so tough.

Condolences @Elodie09 Firsts are really hard to navigate.

Yay the “firsts” always very very difficult sincere condolences Elodie also everyone else missing loved ones or dealing with challenging memories Christmas can at times bring to the fore so many emotions sending love 💕
Cardibach you’re a very good friend & another one loving your front room.

So sorry @Elodie09. It must have been really tough, the first Christmas without my parents was dreadful. 💐

That is so tough, @Elodie09 . I hope you found some peaceful moments and good memories.

I'm sorry @Elodie09 . The 'firsts' are always hard to deal with, and especially when one of them is Christmas.

Oh pointy what a awful thing to go through. Well done you for moving forward .