Collecting new tripod from Jessops in Leeds. Came across silent protest /vigil by Women in Black a group founded by Jewish women in support of peace and justice for Palestine. Wondered what the point was. People just walk by. Do they need to be reminded of the slaughter of innocent people in Gaza?

Not too pleased Waterstones is opening 10 stores. More people reading is great. Not buying from Amazon? Even better. But Waterstones is a huge chain. James Daunt owns other huge book shop chains including Foyles / Blackwells. I’d be much happier to hear that 10 more indie bookshops have opened.