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Forewarned…

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… the US Embassy has sent this helpful message to all registered US Citizens in the UK:

“U.S. Embassy London informs U.S. citizens that planned demonstrations regarding the death of former Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher will take place at various locations throughout London from April 13-17. The planned demonstrations have been widely reported in local media and U.S. citizens are encouraged to monitor local media for updates about these planned events.

There is no indication that the demonstrations will be violent. However, even demonstrations intended to be peaceful can turn confrontational and escalate into violence. You should avoid areas of demonstrations, and exercise caution if in the vicinity of any large gatherings, protests, or demonstrations.”

As if any US Citizen would be so rude as to join such nonsense.

A lecture in memory of Tom Conlon

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This lecture might be interesting given the current debate around GLOW and the future of computing in CfE. From the flyer:

ICT in schools is at an historic choice point. We could continue to focus on the use of office products in business, etc, which students often find repetitive, boring and uninspiring. Or we could refocus on the principles of Computing and the skills of programming. The Curriculum for Excellence provides an opportunity to make this choice.

The lecture will be held in Thomson’s Land, Moray House School of Education, Edinburgh on 26th September at 5:30 pm. Professor Muff Calder, leader of the ICT Excellence Group, will give the welcome address before introducing Professor Alan Bundy, who will deliver the lecture. Details in the flyer (below).

Memorial Lecture Flyer