Are British unemployed really lazy and flaky?

There are plenty of people in The U.K. who would rather claim benefits than work for low wages. That is a fact and always has been. The Asian corner shop is a prime example. People moaned and complained about Asians taken them over. But those same people were first in the queue in Xmas day when they forgot their stuffing or 22.45 when they wanted a couple of beers! There is a benefit mentality to a certain sector of The U.K. population!!!

gloswhite wrote:Having read the last couple of posts again, I feel I've done Bonce a disservice. My apologies Bonce if it looks as though I said you'd pushed your mate out the door. It wasn't meant to sound like that at all. Not one of my finer moments 

No offence taken Glos. The fact is,he was doing exactly the same. Because the clients had been so good with us personally,we felt the need to cover up our employers shortcomings,and put in that little bit extra.
In the end my mate paid the price for being 72. They wanted him out,and put it down to financial pressure.
He knew the score,and couldn't be bothered putting up a fight,so went on his merry way. He's now enjoying his retirement. We meet up for a brew every now and then.
The company has eight months left on this contract,and I've been told by someone close to the client that they won't be extending it.

OK, that's good. At least you both had personal pride when doing your job, something lacking with many nowadays. Cheers mucka.