I think its a fundamental change and a very important decision. Trustees say its time to end the Toxic Association with slavery. If ive got members of staff who are uncomfortable coming in the building, if there are people, bristolians, and people from further afield who feel that this place isnt for them because of perceived associations, then thats something i cant be doing with. Like other ports around the uk, this city is still struggling to come to terms with the role that it played in the brutality of the slave trade. A period which brought wealth and influence, but which also caused lasting shame. So for some, todays announcement was a pointless attempt to air brush history. For others, its a moral victory. Id look at that and think a disgusting man. He could have been involved in the transportation of my ancestors to a life of hardship. I think its far too pc. I think its ludicrous. I mean, its at colston hall for donkeys years. Thats the brand and thats what we should stick wi
I think its a fundamental change and a very important decision. Trustees say its time to end the Toxic Association with slavery. If ive got members of staff who are uncomfortable coming in the building, if there are people, bristolians, and people from further afield who feel that this place isnt for them because of perceived associations, then thats something i cant be doing with. Like other ports around the uk, this city is still struggling to come to terms with the role that it played in the brutality of the slave trade. A period which brought wealth and influence, but which also caused lasting shame. So for some, todays announcement was a pointless attempt to air brush history. For others, its a moral victory. Id look at that and think a disgusting man. He could have been involved in the transportation of my ancestors to a life of hardship. I think its far too pc. I think its ludicrous. I mean, its at colston hall for donkeys years. Thats the brand and thats what we should stick wi
In sport still in the title race. Tottenham beat Crystal Palace and keep the heat on leaders chelsea. A boom for books as the Publishing Industry has a surge in sales and a record year. And carol has the weather. A chilly start in southern areas, with a touch of frost. But here weve got early sunshine. Most of the uk will be cloudy, with showers and a few sunny spells in between. More in about 15 minutes. Thank you amcu bend. See you then. Tensions are rising in north korea, as the u 5 call for more pressure to force the country to give up its Nuclear Weapons programmes. Last night, President Trump briefed all 100 members of the senate, revealing a strategy of economic sanctions and diplomacy. But washington also said they were prepared to defend themselves and their allies, as our correspondent laura bicker reports. The us is piling on the pressure. This is a Military Exercise just north of the north korean border. A message that the us is ready if diplomatic efforts fail. This is how
To to Delay Publication of its anti pollution strategy until after the election . Its being argued over in court today. Well have the details. Hello. Welcome to the programme, were live until 11 this morning. We are also talking about designer cats. The gene that gives floppy ears can also cause arthritis. Some vets say that can leave them in pain. If you have one let us know and to get in touch on all the stories we are talking about this morning. Use the hashtag victoria live and if you text, you will be charged at the Standard Network rate. Our top story today. The Foreign Secretary has said that the government would be open to join strikes against syria without parliamentary approval. Speaking this Morning Borisjohnson said it would be very difficult for britain to say no if us asks us Tojoin In Future Military Action in syria. Lets speak to norman smith our political guru. Norman, tell us more about what Boris Johnson has political guru. Norman, tell us more about what borisjohnso
Crime drama the night of. Its very authentic. I think the reality of being caught up in a murder case, facing the slow wheels ofjustice, its not a walk in the park. So far, there is no clear favourite to sweep the board this awards season, which just makes the golden globes, always keenly followed for clues as to oscars success, all the more intriguing. Lets take a look at these pictures from the us state of pennslyvania, where a huge spool of wire fell off a truck and then proceeded to roll, the wrong way, down a motorway, causing havoc and forcing cars to swerve out of its way. No vehicles appear to have been hit. The spool finally came to a halt after bashing against the barrier of the road. And now the weather forecast. Clearer conditions to the east of the high ground, but for most a mild night. Changes afoot to take us into the new week, it turns wet and windy in scotland and Northern Ireland with gales in the morning. Colder air is on the way, the rain clears away through the ru