sidneygee's Profile

About this Member

I am over 50, happily married for 29 years to Heather, with 3 children.

Born in Barry, South Wales, I graduated in Chemistry from Birmingham University and then worked in Matlock, Derbyshire where I met Heather.

We moved down to London in 1973/4 and stayed for 7 years, before relocating to Edinburgh in 1980/81.

Our daughters and son have all finished University. Daughters are working - one now as a Chartered Accountant, the other as Head of Science for a thriving Biotech. company. They share the flat in Marchmont in Edinburgh that we bought for University accomodation of our elder daughter and son. Our son has just graduated in Mechanical Engineering.

Elder daughter & son are keen fiddle players.

I worked in local government for almost 30 years in the Public Analyst service, opting for early retirement at Local Government Reorganisation in Scotland in 1996. Now I enjoy being a Consultant in Laboratory Quality Systems. Operating from home, Heather is my administrator and partner (in more ways than one !). This involves travelling in the UK and abroad.

I enjoy good food, wine, malt whisky, a wide range of music, finding good bargains, tinkering with cars and arguing (!).

My favourite part of DooYoo is writing comments - spending far more time writing comments than writing opinions!

Being one of those WYSIWYG type of people, I can be outspoken. Sorry if I upset anyone (as I have those who have given my reviews an 'NU' rating !), but I believe in speaking (or writing) what is in my mind. If this upsets/annoys you in any way, just aim a sharp word or a kick in my direction. The family do it all the time !

I will not mind. I might even apologise. It's OK - you see, I really feel no pain.

Less active on DooYoo in 2003 because of more work. Revised email address because of 'abuse'.

sidneygee Trusts:

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Member since: 25/09/02
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Member since: 17/05/01
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Member since: 29/03/01

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Reviews by sidneygee (last 20)

Review	Community Rating	Total Readings
Category: Airline BA - the BEST BUDGET AIRLINE ! By FAR ! Reviewed: British Airways in general Rating:	Very useful	1419 Created: 09/02/03 Last Updated: 18/02/03
Not unless I can help it ... updated Reviewed: easyJet Rating:	Very useful	3366 Created: 28/07/02 Last Updated: 01/02/03
And Now it's Gone ... (at least for Scotland). Reviewed: Go Rating:	Very useful	349 Created: 04/06/02 Last Updated: 20/08/02
Category: Discussion J'ACCUSE!!! J'ACCUSE !!!! Reviewed: The dooyoo Redesign Rating:	Very useful	286 Created: 23/12/02 Last Updated: 26/12/02
I am trying not to be contentious Reviewed: Drink and Drive?! Rating:	Very useful	2222 Created: 11/10/02 Last Updated: 12/10/02
"The Mighty Atom" - THE BEST BRITISH BOXER BY FAR? Reviewed: Old Time Boxers Rating:	Very useful	3456 Created: 10/03/02 Last Updated: 23/03/02
The system DOES need some re-alignment !! Reviewed: dooyoo - Members' Opinions On How to Rate And Comment Rating:	Very useful	94 Created: 05/03/02 Last Updated: 09/05/02
Normally I charge for 'Tips'...... Reviewed: Circle of Friends - tips on setting it up Rating:	Very useful	89 Created: 18/02/02 Last Updated: 19/02/02
Dooyoo really want a new Vauxhall? Reviewed: Manufacturers Rating:	Very useful	4384 Created: 14/02/02 Last Updated: 07/12/03
Cor Blimey !!! - Another Idea ! Reviewed: Feedback and General Suggestions for dooyoo Rating:	Very useful	188 Created: 07/02/02 Last Updated: 16/04/02
Biggest load of useless *ankers in Edinburgh ? Reviewed: Banks! Aarrrggghhhh! Rating:	Very useful	157 Created: 21/11/01 Last Updated: 21/11/01
NO!!, But generally I am sitting on the Fence ... Naked. Reviewed: Erotic Category Rating:	Very useful	264 Created: 02/11/01 Last Updated: 10/11/01
The Thief of Time ..... Reviewed: Societal Impact of the Internet Rating:	Very useful	242 Created: 28/10/01 Last Updated: 03/11/01
Category: Drink Tis MALU's fault (A scientist complains) Reviewed: Coffee in general Rating:	Useful	189 Created: 20/11/02 Last Updated: 24/12/04
Category: Pet Accessories Sawdust - A Scientist writes (before going to bed early).. Reviewed: Sawdust Rating:	Very useful	1146 Created: 09/11/02 Last Updated: 09/11/02
Category: Small Kitchen Electrical DON'T Buy a TOASTEC!!! Reviewed: Russell Hobbs Classic 2 Slice Toaster Rating:	Very useful	1223 Created: 31/10/02 Last Updated: 02/11/02
Category: Transport / Automobile Service Struck Me as Generally Incompetent Reviewed: AA The Driving School Rating:	Very useful	5202 Created: 01/07/02 Last Updated: 01/11/04
Category: Archive Lifestyle BLUDDY FRAUD !!! Reviewed: Back Pain Rating:	Very useful	1442 Created: 26/05/02 Last Updated: 16/02/03
Nonsense ! Sidney's pissed again !! Reviewed: Labyrinthitis Rating:	Very useful	1635 Created: 01/01/02 Last Updated: 12/05/02
Category: Archive Banking & Finance It may be your only chance ..... Reviewed: Jobs whilst you are a student Rating:	Very useful	1558 Created: 07/03/02 Last Updated: 12/05/02
Category: Movie DVD I Really Wouldn't Bother .... Reviewed: Charlotte Gray (DVD) Rating:	Very useful	119 Created: 27/02/02 Last Updated: 27/02/02
Category: Archive Music Who the Heck are They ? Reviewed: Lambert, Hendricks and Ross in general Rating:	Very useful	750 Created: 05/02/02 Last Updated: 06/02/02
Category: Food Organic Foods - Premium Prices for a Premium Product? Reviewed: Organic Food in general Rating:	Very useful	1347 Created: 27/01/02 Last Updated: 14/02/05
Category: Misc Systems Not all bad ... Not all good. Reviewed: PC World Rating:	Very useful	1464 Created: 13/01/02 Last Updated: 13/01/02
Category: Skin Care Wotcha Scarface !! Reviewed: Bic Disposable Razors Rating:	Very useful	713 Created: 23/12/01 Last Updated: 23/12/01
Category: Parenting Issues I come to praise the teachers !! Reviewed: Education System Rating:	Very useful	176 Created: 06/12/01 Last Updated: 11/12/01
Category: Archive Campus & Careers Buy-to-let-rooms-to-young-women ? Reviewed: Student Accommodation in general Rating:	Very useful	1403 Created: 05/12/01 Last Updated: 31/03/08
Category: Utility Idiot ! Idiot ! IDIOT - Updated !!!! Reviewed: McAfee VirusScan Rating:	Very useful	576 Created: 30/11/01 Last Updated: 04/12/01
Category: Body Care Boots! Huh !+!~##*!!!£!#! Reviewed: Boots Wet and Dry Rechargeable Ladyshave Rating:	Very useful	337 Created: 22/11/01 Last Updated: 22/11/01
Category: Car New Model- New Problems ? Reviewed: Vauxhall Corsa Club 1.0i 12v 3-door Rating:	Very useful	6320 Created: 19/11/01 Last Updated: 24/03/02

Member Gallery

Member Statistics

Member since	14/10/00

Premium Reviews	134
Express Reviews	0
Comments Written	8195
Reviews Rated	5830
Crowns	65

Community Ratings	4990
Very useful	4842
Useful	129
Somewhat useful	12
Not useful	7

Member Details

Email address:
sidneygees@fsmail.net

Gender:
Male

Town or City:
Edinburgh

Occupation:
professional (doctor, lawyer, etc.)

Industry:
education, research

Favourite website 1:
www.dooyoo.co.uk

Favourite website 2:
www.actioncat.com

Favourite website 3:
http://www.actsofgord.com