Daily Star Readers Sound Off on Pubs, Politics, and Prisons
Daily Star Readers Sound Off on Pubs, Politics, Prisons

Daily Star's 'Text Maniacs' returns with a fresh batch of unedited reader messages, covering everything from pub culture to prison overcrowding.

Pub Culture and Politics

THFC BIFFO fired a warning at "woke council Sarsperello Drinkers" who've never propped up a bar, telling them to leave drinkers alone. Another reader suggested backing British beer, referencing Suggs enjoying a pint of Guinness on the front page.

An anonymous reader quipped about the hot weather, attributing it to the new Labour government with "the sun shining out of all their arses."

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Prisons and Crime

Den from Perth criticized the Tories' stance on foreign criminals, calling it a "headline-grabbing gimmick" and questioning the hardship faced by those making money illegally.

Lawman commented on the prison overcrowding crisis, which is at 97% capacity, suggesting not closing prisons until new ones are built, and noting that PC Harper's killers could remain in prison for their full term.

Entertainment and Media

Gary H Bristol requested a picture of Siouxsie of the Banshees, while Bex advised walking away from ridiculous ice cream prices, calling them "pure greed."

Harry John from Linton watched Benjamin Butterworth on GB News and noted his view that Trump is dangerous, suggesting Butterworth needs to lighten up.

Hilda M echoed a complaint about Boom Radio's fascination with Cliff Richard, and a fan praised Melanie Sykes and Gail Porter for their bald looks.

Andy Rimmer from Preston shared a joke about Marks & Spencer's food and Ocado funeral arrangements.

Football and TV

Brian Linford from Pontefract commented on Arsene Wenger's diplomatic response to FIFA's cancellation of the sell-off, while Tony in Hull criticized McGuiness for ruining Radio 2 and This Morning.

Ann suggested Professor Arday should be signed up for I'm a Celebrity, and Tony from Worksop shared two jokes about Beatles singles and insurance companies.

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