Brett, My Friend, and an Uncaring Media. April 2023

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On the 29th of April I published here a post about a friend who's life was destroyed partly due to an uncaring and sensationalising media.

As I wrote more and as the story developed, the post became more about the friend, who's recent passing was (and is) still fresh in my mind, rather than the media itself.

Recently, I was contacted by a mutual friend who asked me to take the post down, for several personal reasons that are poignant and sincere.

If you have come to this page to read the article in question, I apologise that it is no longer available. However the respect that I have for my small group of friends is important to me and I fully respect their wishes. 

Thank you for your understanding. H

 



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