[big al]

Interesting point Purple lass. This country couldn't get locals to do some of the jobs you quote are under severe demand, hence tha politicians made an agreement in returning parts of the commonwealth to include british citizenship. Because of the hostility of the locals the race relations act was born. However in the rush to restore some equalibrium the act was rushed & left so it could be used only one way,against the locals. So who really is responsible for racism? The old story of Mr Nobody because no one ever has taken responsibility for their own mistakes. Talk about shooting oneself in the foot. The longer time that elapses then the more difficult it will be to put right. Before you jump in & call me racist, I will clarify this by explaining simply what I mean. Re write the whole of the race relations act so it covers all sides, not just one as at present. Probably the problem is that this is too simple for some & unless it is complex it is no good for these ones. Bring back plain English.