Rich Posted March 12, 2020 Share Posted March 12, 2020 My initial reaction was "ah feck it, I'm probably going to catch the bloody thing sooner or later anyway, let's do it"... but with my boringly sensible and slightly less rock'n'roll head on, I think postponement may be the thing to do. As others have said, I will gladly contribute if you're going to end up out of pocket. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pea Turgh Posted March 12, 2020 Share Posted March 12, 2020 Well, I’ve just been sent home from work, on full pay, for potentially a couple of weeks as I’m in the “at risk” category!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jimrs2k2 Posted March 12, 2020 Share Posted March 12, 2020 I'm on the fence with this but I am also in daily contact with 7-9 jobs a day in social housing so my risk factor is high and my wife is on a lot of immune suppressants, on balance I think a postponement is probably the best thing but who really knows it is still a flue virus nothing more, but those with breathing or immune issues are always at risk. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frank Blank Posted March 12, 2020 Share Posted March 12, 2020 As a diabetic I’m firmly in the ‘at risk’ category and going nowhere until we are over the ‘peak’. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
olipaulo Posted March 12, 2020 Share Posted March 12, 2020 (edited) Heart says "let's do it". But mind says postpone. And mind has to win in this case, as I may be alright if I catch it, but others may have serious complications if I pass it to them. I'm happy to pay now whatever needs to, and we'll keep in touch here as to when it's safer to meet. Edited March 12, 2020 by olipaulo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chienmortbb Posted March 12, 2020 Share Posted March 12, 2020 My heart says go ahead but as someone in the "at risk" group, I would have to decline anyway. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stewblack Posted March 12, 2020 Share Posted March 12, 2020 @Frank Blank risk schmisk get your derrière over here and no more excuses. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frank Blank Posted March 12, 2020 Share Posted March 12, 2020 54 minutes ago, stewblack said: @Frank Blank risk schmisk get your derrière over here and no more excuses. Excuses? Common sense I think would be a more apt description. Much as I love the SWBB I think that very common sense will be prevailing in my case. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stewblack Posted March 12, 2020 Share Posted March 12, 2020 36 minutes ago, Frank Blank said: Excuses? Common sense I think would be a more apt description. Much as I love the SWBB I think that very common sense will be prevailing in my case. But but, there's so much more at stake here Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scrumpymike Posted March 13, 2020 Author Share Posted March 13, 2020 Thanks for your replies and generous offers re the financial implications. I'll let this run over the weekend. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rich Posted March 13, 2020 Share Posted March 13, 2020 16 hours ago, Frank Blank said: As a diabetic I’m firmly in the ‘at risk’ category and going nowhere until we are over the ‘peak’. Yikes, I hadn't thought of that. I'm type 2 and only just, but even so I guess that still puts me 'at risk'..? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frank Blank Posted March 13, 2020 Share Posted March 13, 2020 10 minutes ago, Rich said: Yikes, I hadn't thought of that. I'm type 2 and only just, but even so I guess that still puts me 'at risk'..? I'm type 2 as well but as such our condition is (hopefully) under control with drugs so our risk of contracting it is similar to those without but there are possible complications if we do contract it. Personally I'm just not taking any risks whatsoever. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BreadBin Posted March 13, 2020 Share Posted March 13, 2020 I think I'm probably at risk too, have had multiple instances of Pneumonia and I also have an auto immune disorder. I'm still not sure that I should be worried though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnDaBass Posted March 13, 2020 Share Posted March 13, 2020 I get the feeling that we're only a week or so away from a formal "Lockdown" so the postponement decision may well be made for us by the Government. If so @scrumpymike you may be able to be in a better position to discuss the options with the hall trustees. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chienmortbb Posted March 13, 2020 Share Posted March 13, 2020 (edited) 3 hours ago, JohnDaBass said: I get the feeling that we're only a week or so away from a formal "Lockdown" so the postponement decision may well be made for us by the Government. If so @scrumpymike you may be able to be in a better position to discuss the options with the hall trustees. My sources say two things, If I, a chronic asthmatic that has had several bouts of pneumonia ( so callde co-morbidities) were in need of a respirator as was an otherwise fit 22 yera old and only one was available, guess who would not get it... moi. Secondly, all the advice was given because there are no powers to make us do something. That can (and will) change as an emergency bill passes. I predict it will be in place by next weekend. Edited March 13, 2020 by Chienmortbb 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phil Starr Posted March 14, 2020 Share Posted March 14, 2020 Mike I think you are going to cancel anyway but don't be out of pocket, I'm happy to chip in if you are 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chienmortbb Posted March 15, 2020 Share Posted March 15, 2020 13 hours ago, Phil Starr said: I think my £10 is already paid so hopefully that and others pre-payment will cover some of the cost. When we reschedule it should be a whole new event. Mike should not be out of pocket. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
basstone Posted March 16, 2020 Share Posted March 16, 2020 I think postponement is the best option, looking at what has happened in Italy and Spain. You can have this virus and be spreading it to others for 5 days before you even get any symptoms. It would be difficult to keep all the basses and gear clean throughout the day not to mention sharing the food. Happy to help cover costs if applicable. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevie Posted March 16, 2020 Share Posted March 16, 2020 46 minutes ago, basstone said: Happy to help cover costs if applicable. Likewise. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andyjr1515 Posted March 16, 2020 Share Posted March 16, 2020 On 14/03/2020 at 19:29, Phil Starr said: Mike I think you are going to cancel anyway but don't be out of pocket, I'm happy to chip in if you are Me too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BreadBin Posted March 16, 2020 Share Posted March 16, 2020 I have no problem paying again later 👍 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cuzzie Posted March 16, 2020 Share Posted March 16, 2020 Boris has outlawed mass gatherings - it’s official Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stewblack Posted March 16, 2020 Share Posted March 16, 2020 We're hardly a mass! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cuzzie Posted March 16, 2020 Share Posted March 16, 2020 I have my own gravitational pull 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scrumpymike Posted March 17, 2020 Author Share Posted March 17, 2020 12 hours ago, Cuzzie said: I have my own gravitational pull That's probably true for all bass players!! 1 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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