Very touching to see all the stories about Nelson Mandela over the last couple of days. Always a hero for me and a wonderful example for all of us; quite ironic how the political elite have changed their tune in recent years. I remember the demos in the late 70’s and early 80s when we certainly were in the minority. Our current prime minister went on an all expenses paid by the Apartheid regime in 1989! Of course our former female prime minister gave much support to the Apartheid government. Lovely stories about him with a sporting connection today.

What a storming win yesterday by the rip-roaring Hatters 5-0 away. I won’t mention the cricket, I’ll pack my kit in case I get a call up! Had a good ride with the boys today probably getting close to 30 miles all told.

Playing Father Christmas three times in the next 10 days, am I being type cast!