Life has been a bit hectic recently, so many things going on at once.

Its odd how one minute you don't know where your next spare half hour is coming from and all of a sudden you have time on your hands as the decks clear themselves.

My first case as an RMT Workplace Representative was successful although I have to admit that I didn't really have to work very hard for the outcome and can't claim that it was all my doing. I was pleased with my performance and demeanor though and after reviewing what happened I don't think I missed anything and followed the training previously given. My colleague will be back at work this week and resuming his normal driving duties.

My recent experience of the court and legal system has left me severely disillusioned. The way that people are treated is despicable and regardless of guilt or innocence, they and their families should be treated with respect. The officials of Andover Magistrates Court in particular are a bunch of arrogant, pompous bullies who wouldn't be out of place in a Flashman novel. The presiding magistrate on the day displayed a vile demeanour and if he is an example of our judiciary then a lot needs to be done.

A period of untroubled routine would be nice for a couple of months before the next crisis presents itself but then isn't that what life is all about? A series of challenges interspersed with highs and lows of emotion?