Dr Phillip Lee MP - Caring for Bracknell Constituency » Top Ten

The Romance of the Olympics

Phillip Lee — Wed, 14 Feb 2007 03:45:11 +0000

This performance took place 23 years ago today. It is a bit of a favourite of mine. On today of all days forgive me for being an old romantic…..

The Police Live

Phillip Lee — Tue, 13 Feb 2007 12:12:02 +0000

I am very much looking forward to seeing this band live for the second time in my life.

Top Ten Political Figures

Phillip Lee — Wed, 31 Jan 2007 05:35:30 +0000

Robert Kennedy – firmly believed in decentralizing power and the importance of social justice. A strong advocate of civil rights.

Margaret Thatcher – for taking Britain from being a potential “basket case” to a position of international respect.

Otto von Bismarck – blessed with an array of diplomatic and strategic skills. Successfully managed the unification of Germany.

Winston Churchill – for obvious reasons.

Michael Heseltine – both a successful businessman and politician. Flamboyant, ambitious and principled. A lover of trees.

Benjamin Disraeli – the father of a political creed (One Nation Conservatism), a brilliant Commons performer, not to mention a colourful private life. Furthermore, he was the Earl of Beaconsfield.

William Wilberforce – for ridding Britain of slavery.

Clement Atlee – a Labour Prime Minister who undeniably transformed the British, post-war political landscape. Oversaw the creation of NATO.

Abraham Lincoln – a Republican and arguably the greatest American President. The Gettysburg Address alone would be a reason for inclusion. Brought about the abolition of slavery and managed to preserve the Union.

Thomas Jefferson – one of the “Founding Fathers” and Third President of the USA. The principal author of the Declaration of Independence. A strong advocate of the separation of church and state.

The Police

Phillip Lee — Tue, 30 Jan 2007 03:26:27 +0000

This is not an article about more woes at the Home Office. I am a long-time fan of this band, having been fortunate enough to have been taken to see them in Milton Keynes aged nine in 1980. According to the BBC, they are reforming for the Grammy Awards next month. There are also rumours of a tour to follow that appearance. For that reason, I have an excuse for posting the following live performance:

Top Ten Tax Return Songs

Phillip Lee — Fri, 19 Jan 2007 05:32:52 +0000

This time of year is always rather stressful for those of us who are self-employed, as Mr Brown wants our money. I recognise that a taxation system is a requirement of a civilised society, however, in an effort to make self-assessment form filling this weekend a more pleasant experience, I have compiled an accompanying song list:

Brass in Pocket The Pretenders

Taxman The Beatles

Money The Flying Lizards

Hand in My Pocket Alanis Morissette

Money PInk Floyd

Money, Money, Money ABBA

Money’s Too Tight (To Mention) Simply Red

Money For Nothing Dire Straits

Brown Sugar The Rolling Stones

Golden Brown The Stranglers

I am not bitter……honest. And, yes, it has already being pointed out to me many times, particularly by friends and family who work in the private sector, that the tax I pay this week will pay me this year to be an NHS doctor. I just wish there was a blue hand controlling the money, not a red one.

Top Ten Albums

Phillip Lee — Sun, 31 Dec 2006 12:42:55 +0000

Eva Cassidy Songbird

The Beatles Revolver

Joni Mitchell Blue

Steely Dan Aja

Stevie Wonder Innervisions

Fleetwood Mac Rumours

The Beatles Abbey Road

Radiohead The Bends

The Police Reggatta de Blanc

Prince & The Revolution Purple Rain

Top Ten Goals

Phillip Lee — Tue, 05 Dec 2006 05:05:05 +0000

A difficult list to make. They are in no particular order, however, I must admit that Trevor Sinclair’s is a favourite club goal…..

Trevor Sinclair QPR

Paul Gascoigne England

Michael Owen England

Dennis Bergkamp Holland

Maradona Argentina

Justin Fashanu Norwich

Ronnie Radford Hereford

Ryan Giggs Man Utd

Carlos Alberto Brazil

Ricky Villa Spurs

Top Ten Places Visited

Phillip Lee — Wed, 01 Nov 2006 03:27:46 +0000

Continuing the monthly Top Ten listing habit, today I have compiled my favourite travel destinations to date. I have always enjoyed travelling so drawing up a final list of ten was difficult. There were a few places ‘bubbling under’: Doubtful Sound in New Zealand, Udaipur in India and the cities of Rome and Istanbul.

Petra, Jordan

Tokyo

Jerusalem

New York

Vancouver

Copenhagen

Hanoi

Beirut

Hong Kong

Aitutaki, Cook Islands

Top Ten Films

Phillip Lee — Sun, 01 Oct 2006 04:36:10 +0000

As promised, I have compiled my Top Ten films.

The Godfather (I & II) – I always watch these films back-to-back. Quite simply an outstanding motion picture. Script, actors, locations. Fantastic.

Blazing Saddles – Mel Brooks’ best. Trailer here.

The French Connection – Hackman. Three Degrees. Car chase. Brilliant

Taxi Driver – Atmospheric thriller. De Niro at his best. Trailer here

Citizen Kane – Still potent over 60 years later. Some fantastic sequences.

From Russia With Love – There had to be a JB movie. This one is my favourite. The opening title sequence remains the best to date.

When Harry Met Sally – I am a big Billy Crystal fan. Great script. Charming cast. Meg Ryan….

All The President’s Men – A must for anyone interested in politics. The two leads are magnificent. Jason Robards steals the show.

An American Werewolf In London – Jenny Agutter…..

The Life Of Brian – Funny. Challenging. Thought-provoking.

Top Ten Songs

Phillip Lee — Fri, 01 Sep 2006 01:35:29 +0000

I have compiled my Top Ten Songs list (for the very few of you with any interest!). I know this is rather ‘Hornby-esque’.

Superstition Stevie Wonder

Cars Gary Numan

Tomorrow Never Knows The Beatles

Roxanne The Police

Maybe I’m Amazed Paul McCartney

It’s Different For Girls Joe Jackson

God Only Knows The Beach Boys

Secret Smile Semisonic

Once in A Lifetime Talking Heads

Hey Jude The Beatles