Day: 17 October 2026

Last night, late on Friday, I asked ChatGPT what was on in Bristol on Saturday, and it told me about the Windrush event, about which I have written. When I am guided somewhere, it always follows the same formula: the subject matter may not have been totally exciting, but if I get drawn to it, a bit like being sucked into a vacuum cleaner, then I go and don't ask questions about why. I have done...

A quick word before you start reading. I had some difficulty identifying who was speaking, and the transcription software occasionally struggled with Caribbean accents. I've done my best to capture the spirit of the meeting, but a few errors may have crept in. If you were there and spot anything that needs correcting, please let me know. I'll be more than happy to put it right straight away. -...