But if he wasn't "mentally ill" then it would be OK? is it because he's mentally ill or because of the want to drop something heavy on an employee that's being a pain in the arse? because the way I see it Valentine was trying to cut the guy a break by explaining why he "could" be the way he is. Doesn't piss you off any less...

...what I'm trying to say is you'd use a phrase like that about anyone getting on your nerves regardless of ability.

no i wouldnt... thts my point, the mentally ill statement got to me cos of my mum, i would never wish for anyone to have something like that happen.. far too close to home for my liking.

I'm sorry Yvanne I didn't know. I think it was a harmless comment that could have been made about anyone (I know I've wanted to give some ppl I've worked with a good kick at times; but definitely not because of any prejudice).

Yvanne, as said on msn, he does realise that it was a bad choice of words and he is sorry to have offended you

there u go sc... was clearly stated here.

TBH Yvanne if you want to make this personal then so be it. That comment wasn't directed at a person with mental problems it was aimed at someone who was a disruption in the workplace.

i never said i wanted to make this personal. was merely stating my own opinion.

you based your opinion on what you considered an attack against your mums mental illness

hes said sorry and so did sc , i expect everyones sorry as its gona abit out of control

but there really is no point or need to argue over it

Once again i have put my foot in it.
Im sorry again and maybe next time ill just keep my rants to myself.
Please can you delete this topic, i dont wish for it to carry on.

yet ur still tryin 2 carry it on?!