Specifically:

As regards your comment to sigmadelta Steve lighten up, will you please?

In general:

We should give posters the benefit of the doubt at first.

Can we also have a be kind to newbie week - why is there such a negative view of anyone newly joined here?

There seems to be a growing aggressive tendancy on this board. Whats wrong with using some good manners? a more friendly tone?

In parethesis

Has this got something to do with hockey, testosterone and aggression.

We finished the 6 nation rugby here in March, peace has returned to this green and pleasant land.