Douglas Forrest
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Doug on St Lucia - Mrs M Forrest
My name is Douglas Forrest. I am 61 years old and have been writing for many years. I am semi-retired having been a teacher for about 30 years. I now work part time at a local leisure centre. I have a wide range of interests including education, classic cars, religion, politics, travel, Shetland, literature and drama. I am currently writing the biography of a WW2 veteran. He was non commissioned but met many VIP's including Churchill and the King.
Latest Articles
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Thrombosis: Is There New Hope for Sufferers?
Approximately one third of deaths in the UK are due to heart disease. Scientists at Reading University have made a research breakthrough in this field.
Mar 23, 2011
- Douglas Forrest
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Independent Record Shops: Are they on the way out?
Shetland's best independent record shop is about to close. Is this a further sign of how supermarket chains are forcing small retailers out of business?
Mar 19, 2011
- Douglas Forrest
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CO2 Emissions in Shetland
An alarming new report describes a 63% rise in CO2 emissions in the 18 year period up to 2008 in Shetland. Why is this and what can be done about it?
Mar 14, 2011
- Douglas Forrest
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Living on an Island
For some people the idea of 'getting away from it all' sounds idyllic; for others it is purgatory. This article examines the pros and cons of remoteness.
Mar 10, 2011
- Douglas Forrest
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Lewis Chessmen on Display in Shetland
Recently, Shetland Museum has enjoyed a rise in visitor numbers. Since January 21, much of the 93 piece Lewis chessmen collection is on display there.
Mar 10, 2011
- Douglas Forrest
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World Day of Prayer 2011
On Friday 4th March 2011 the whole world prayed together for the poor and oppressed in Chile. It was a quiet and dignified event.
Mar 7, 2011
- Douglas Forrest
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Diverticulitis: How to Live with the Condition
More than half of the over sixties in America have diverticulosis; unnatural sacs on the walls of the intestines. Swollen sacs cause diverticulitis.
Mar 4, 2011
- Douglas Forrest
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King's Counsellor: A Review
A review of the diaries of Sir Alan Lascelles, assistant private secretary and later private secretary to King George VI.
Mar 3, 2011
- Douglas Forrest
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Shetland Classic Motor Show 2010
On the first week end of June 2010 a large number of interesting and classic vehicles made their way to Shetland. This is why.
Feb 27, 2011
- Douglas Forrest
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Fund Raising for Charities: Ten Tips
With dwindling financial support from the government and local authorities for community run charities and groups, here are ten tips to help raise cash.
Feb 26, 2011
- Douglas Forrest
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