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    Busterblister wrote:
    Popped vanity implant wrote:
    Busterblister wrote: The real story is why anyone thought public sector workers were worth a medal in the first place. We private sector workers already pay through the nose for these people, and to contribute these medals out of the tax pot, generated exclusively by the private sector is a complete waste of cash. And before the public sector workers come on saying they pay taxes as well, remember, you pay taxes with recycled private sector cash. You don't generate any positive cash flow.
    I have paid more tax than you probably will in your lifetime. A 'public sector' surgeon and dedicated medical staff saved my life. Your comment seems to show you as nothing more than a simpleton. I am sorry if you are genuinely stupid, but perhaps instead ask a grown up to read your posts before selecting the 'submit' button for you? I very much doubt that Society needs your pennies one iota. Why not stick to your 'private sector' photocopying whilst better people try to generate revenue to pay for the meagre benefits of blissfully indignant, self-important spouters like yourself? Honestly, your comment befits a moron. No, really, genuine ignorance isn't funny or clever. Please read an improving book. In your case that probably means any book.
    Actually, you're right, I probably am a moron. I have re-read your post and given it a bit of thought and decided to take you up the suggestion of an "improving book". Can you suggest one? I have Googled the internet and I can only find self-improvement books. Please can you tell me what "improving books" are so I can go and buy one? Do you write them by any chance? How do these books improve by the way? Are they like fine wine?
    Excellent, aim high, falter not, and go straight for 'The Hungry Caterpillar'...quite a leap from the Daily Mail though."
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Public sector workers selling Queen’s medals

A screen shot of a Queen's Diamond Jubilee medal on say on eBay A screen shot of a Queen's Diamond Jubilee medal on say on eBay

Medals issued on behalf of the Queen to honour the dedication and service of public sector workers as she marks 60 years on the throne are being sold online.

An Argus investigation has revealed that Sussex public sector workers are selling their medals on internet auction site eBay within weeks of receiving them.

One man, who is based in Crawley, is selling his medal with a minimum asking price of £120 – but people did not have to bid on it and could buy it straight away for £175.

It is described as a “genuine Queen’s Diamond Jubilee medal,” adding: “1952-2012. Brand new in box.”

At the time of going to press no one had bid on the silver medal or the box, which is red and inscribed “The Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Medal”.

However, there were still three days to go until bidding closed and other, very similar medals had been bid on.

With three hours to go a police issue medal, which was being sold in Tunbridge Wells, was going for £170 and 17 people had bid on it.

When The Argus approached the man in Crawley about selling his medal he said: “I am selling the medal for a friend so I’m afraid I couldn’t possibly comment.”

One police officer, who asked to remain anonymous, said: “It’s very sad to see emergency service personal already selling their Diamond Jubilee Medals online. I haven’t even had mine yet.”

A total of 450,000 medals are due to be issued this year.

Members of the Armed Forces, the Royal household, emergency services personnel, prison officers and holders of the Victoria Cross and George Cross were among those eligible for the honours.

A spokesman for the Department for Culture, Media and Sport said: “The Diamond Jubilee medals are issued on behalf of Her Majesty as a mark of thanks to those in key frontline services.

“It is very disappointing to think that some of those so honoured have decided to take this action.

“However, as long as the medals in question were legitimately acquired by those trying to sell them, then doing so is not unlawful.”

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