The decision to postpone this weekend’s football fixtures is, sadly, an opportunity missed.
An opportunity for rival supporters to unite, for our country to show the best of itself and create some of the most powerful, memorable tributes to Queen Elizabeth II. I have no doubt the scenes inside and outside stadiums across the country would have been truly remarkable and uplifting.
What do we do when people die? We gather, for a funeral. Remember the frustration and upset when Covid-19 prevented that? Collective mourning is part of the grieving process, yes. But, often, it is more so a celebration, a lasting show of respect.