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Brexit MEP’s behaviour!

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ayse Tue 02-Jul-19 10:11:56

I’m disgusted with these newly elected MEPs! Turning their backs when the EU anthem is played. This is appalling and they should be suspended indefinitely.
I’m ashamed of a nation that can do this. BTW it was reported in the Independent.

MrsPickle Tue 02-Jul-19 12:49:01

Courtesy and respect it seems, are outdated.
They are 'lucky' to live in a democracy with the right of free speech. We do not get deported, mysteriously disappear or live in a regime where our thoughts/deeds are ruled and monitored.

I in no way condone what they did, but we should be very mindful of that precious word, 'democracy'. We might be on the brink of madness, when, in the words of Fun boy three, 'The lunatics.....'

Ginny42 Tue 02-Jul-19 12:48:13

I'm with EV. I would never wear such a T-shirt and I've just noticed that GG13 thinks I'm a liar. She says, 'People who voted remain are liars and a lot worse.' As you don't know me GG13, that is offensive to me and to all Remainers. We just don't agree with you.

paddyann Tue 02-Jul-19 12:45:37

Oh dear QQ I dare you to tell the French,Germans Spanish or any of the other EU members that that aren't countries in their own right....go on.See what they say .I can gaurantee it wont be pleasant

EllanVannin Tue 02-Jul-19 12:43:44

_________I voted Remain BTW ! Quick---set the guillotine up.

Ginny42 Tue 02-Jul-19 12:42:08

I thought both parties showed contempt for us, not just the EU Parliament. I don't use such language or attitude. Talk about 'not in my name'. It was all in utterly bad taste. The one I think gets my vote of being utterly pathetic is Anne Widdecombe. What is she trying to prove?

Imagine at a football match if the opposing team's fans turned their backs when the British National Anthem was played. Wouldn't the same people think it disrespectful?

EllanVannin Tue 02-Jul-19 12:41:45

I would not wear a T.shirt denoting any protest, nor would I go around calling people " liars " GrannyGravy !! How childish.

GrannyGravy13 Tue 02-Jul-19 12:25:45

Same old same old.........Those who voted remain are right in everything they say or do (Lib Dems t shirts etc)..........Those who voted remain are liars and a lot worse!!!

How sad.

Whitewavemark2 Tue 02-Jul-19 12:18:39

There is absolutely no evidence that the countries of Europe are combining to build an Empire, or army

That is beyond ridiculous, and lies.

sodapop Tue 02-Jul-19 12:15:39

Whilst I agree with your first paragraph quizqueen I note that the people concerned did not show their disapproval by not taking their salary.

Whitewavemark2 Tue 02-Jul-19 12:15:37

qq tell me the difference between the two groups who turned their backs on democratically elected bodies?

Tell me, will they turn their backs on the lucrative salaries?

I would be ashamed to admit I voted for such scum.

quizqueen Tue 02-Jul-19 12:09:38

Why does a Trading Block require an anthem in the first place? Also, an army, a currency, a flag, a Parliament in two different countries and 5 unelected, highly paid but non tax paying Presidents. Wake up, everyone, because it is building an Empire.
I support the Brexiteer MEPs totally in whatever they chose to do to expose and bring down this corrupt organisation. The EU deserves no respect; it wants to destroy the UK's chances of making Brexit a success because they are so terrified that other member states (they are no longer countries in their own right) will want to leave their 'wonderful' organisation.

GrannyGravy13 Tue 02-Jul-19 12:08:32

Joelsnan sorry just seen your post, do not think there will be much if any condemnation of the Lib Dem’s??

Whitewavemark2 Tue 02-Jul-19 12:08:15

It is a timely reminder that the Nazis did exactly the same in the Reichstag - they turned their backs on a democratically elected body, just as the BP did in the EU parliament.

Those who voted for these scum, should be calling for their deselection.

GrannyGravy13 Tue 02-Jul-19 12:07:00

Words utterly fail me!!!!

Lots of up in arms with regards to the BP.

The Lib Dem’s “stunt” is obviously ok with those who voted remain?

Whitewavemark2 Tue 02-Jul-19 12:01:42

I suppose they will all collect salary. What a grubby little party the BP is.

Joelsnan Tue 02-Jul-19 12:00:41

Where is the condemnation of the LibDem MEP’s who wore yellow T shirts into the assembly emblazoned with ‘Bxxxocks to Brexit’?
Both actions confirm that the current rabble both In the UK and European parliaments who purport to represent us are only fit for Wacky Warehouse.

notentirelyallhere Tue 02-Jul-19 11:59:55

It is the kind of behaviour that has been fostered by the referendum and has spread throughout the UK.

Hence we have people attacked in the streets and a huge increase in racist incidents. The wife of a friend, living on the south coast, who is German and thus speaks with an accent told me recently of being abused in the street and of having to change her hairdresser because of racist abuse.

It isn't 'just' the MEPs, they are publicly displaying a common attitude to Europe and other Europeans which is now widespread.

Daddima Tue 02-Jul-19 11:51:55

I think there is a typo in GrannyGravy13’s post after ‘Stupid’.

GrannyGravy13 Tue 02-Jul-19 11:51:38

I voted leave I cannot and would not defend them!!!

Anybody condemning the Lib Dem’s? or are they allowed carte blanche due to the fact they are remainers!

jura2 Tue 02-Jul-19 11:47:36

Is there anyone on here who would applaud their behaviour?

dragonfly46 Tue 02-Jul-19 11:46:44

Shocking behaviour by all concerned. How can they hope to be taken seriously.
Farage showing his true colours of course.
I notice no Brexiteers are on here defending them.

Framilode Tue 02-Jul-19 11:45:49

Totally disgraceful but not really surprising. That ridiculously childish and disrespectful behaviour is just about their level.

GrannyGravy13 Tue 02-Jul-19 11:43:16

I am not a Farage fan!! Stupid stunt!!

I found it equally appalling that the Lib Dem MEPs wore yellow “t” shirts with “Bo***cks to Brexit” emblazoned on the back in the EU Parliament today (footage can be found on the Internet and twitter)

Neither are respectful or responsible acts by those elected to represent the UK!!

Glammy57 Tue 02-Jul-19 11:34:51

Appalling and disrespectful behaviour!

Riverwalk Tue 02-Jul-19 11:32:57

An embarrassing show and very ill-mannered.