It Still Happened So Hard Cheese, 'Crats!

Despite the efforts of the best efforts of Britain's guardians dedicated to ensure that the people cannot enjoy themselves, the annual cheese rolling contest was held at Cooper's Hill, Brockworth, Glos. This 200 year-old tradition defied warnings issued this year as hundreds of people attended the event.

The Telegraph on-line version of the story differs from the print edition only in that the obligatory picture of a sign stating that the road was closed and limited to access only, guarded by two police, was ommited. SWNS.com carries a longer report here. 

"Police said there would be no dedicated medical help for casualties and that the unofficial contests could jeopardise the chance of an official event happening next year under a different format." and "A police spokeswoman said the unofficial event taking place could undermine the possibility of any future cheese rolling contests. She said: ”Gloucestershire Constabulary and all partners, including the Cheese Rolling Committee, strongly advised against participation in any unofficial event taking place on the hill. ”Unlike in previous years, there are no dedicated on-site medical facilities or rescue organisations to assist with casualty recovery.”We understand the Cheese Rolling Committee and their partners are now committed to working hard to ensure that next year’s event can take place in a safe and organised manner." (my emphasis)

A simple message to Glos Constabulary, their 'partners' (more do-gooders and 'kill-joys', no doubt) and all the 'crats involved - Its a 200 year-old tradition so 'butt out' and go 'get a life'!