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Title: Birmingham Pride 2014
Post by: D10 on April 29, 2014, 09:29:41 PM
Further to the thread about last years Pride entry:

http://wmbusphotos.com/forum/index.php?topic=1723.0 (http://wmbusphotos.com/forum/index.php?topic=1723.0)

Just to let you know that NX WILL be taking part in Pride 2014 on Saturday 24th May, yah!    :)

If there is anybody out there who works for NX, or knows anybody who works for us and wants to take part this year, then see the posters on NX Notice Boards, or drop me a message!
Title: Re: Birmingham Pride 2014
Post by: James4368 on April 30, 2014, 04:10:39 PM
will any national express buses will be joining the fun?
Title: Re: Birmingham Pride 2014
Post by: domino.99 on April 30, 2014, 04:48:04 PM
This is brilliant it's great to see a company like NX supporting gay pride.
Title: Re: Birmingham Pride 2014
Post by: Liverpool Street on April 30, 2014, 05:02:34 PM
Excellent for NX to embrace this again this year. But...

Am I allowed to be proud to be straight? Is that O.K in today's world?

just sayin'
Title: Re: Birmingham Pride 2014
Post by: domino.99 on April 30, 2014, 05:10:17 PM
Quote from: Liverpool Street on April 30, 2014, 05:02:34 PM
Excellent for NX to embrace this again this year. But...

Am I allowed to be proud to be straight? Is that O.K in today's world?

just sayin'

Yes it should not make a differance to anyone where you are gay, straight, bi, you should be proud of yourself no matter what.
Title: Re: Birmingham Pride 2014
Post by: Liverpool Street on April 30, 2014, 05:13:13 PM
Quote from: NXDom on April 30, 2014, 05:10:17 PM
Quote from: Liverpool Street on April 30, 2014, 05:02:34 PM
Excellent for NX to embrace this again this year. But...

Am I allowed to be proud to be straight? Is that O.K in today's world?

just sayin'

Yes it should not make a differance to anyone where you are gay, straight, bi, you should be proud of yourself no matter what.

Cheers bud. :) By the way, I updated your avatar picture so it fits in NX's style.
Title: Re: Birmingham Pride 2014
Post by: D10 on April 30, 2014, 09:01:52 PM
Quote from: nxwmbusfan1999 on April 30, 2014, 04:10:39 PM
will any national express buses will be joining the fun?

Yes, not sure which vehicle it will be this year though.

Most likely will be an E200 again, so would be great if one of the brand new ones had been delivered, but we will just have to wait and see...
Title: Re: Birmingham Pride 2014
Post by: D10 on April 30, 2014, 09:14:31 PM
Quote from: Liverpool Street on April 30, 2014, 05:02:34 PM
Excellent for NX to embrace this again this year. But...

Am I allowed to be proud to be straight? Is that O.K in today's world?

just sayin'

As Dom said, be proud of whoever you are!

On a serious note I have faced Homophobia whilst working  :'(, so as long as there is still that problem around then at least NX management are trying to send out the message that they are supporting their staff and the wilder community! 8)
Title: Re: Birmingham Pride 2014
Post by: Trident 4609 on April 30, 2014, 09:30:54 PM
Quote from: D10 on April 30, 2014, 09:01:52 PM
Quote from: nxwmbusfan1999 on April 30, 2014, 04:10:39 PM
will any national express buses will be joining the fun?

Yes, not sure which vehicle it will be this year though.

Most likely will be an E200 again, so would be great if one of the brand new ones had been delivered, but we will just have to wait and see...

Won't be one of the new deliveries as the first nee buses are not due till sometime in June at the earliest ;)
Title: Re: Birmingham Pride 2014
Post by: nitromatt1 on April 30, 2014, 09:32:04 PM
Quote from: NXDom on April 30, 2014, 05:10:17 PM
Quote from: Liverpool Street on April 30, 2014, 05:02:34 PM
Excellent for NX to embrace this again this year. But...

Am I allowed to be proud to be straight? Is that O.K in today's world?

just sayin'

Yes it should not make a differance to anyone where you are gay, straight, bi, you should be proud of yourself no matter what.

Couldn't put it better myself.

I have friends of different sexualities, colours, ethnicities, religions, sizes, disabilities and none of that makes the slightest difference. Nobody should ever feel the need to change themselves for the benefit of others.
Title: Re: Birmingham Pride 2014
Post by: andrew1991 on April 30, 2014, 09:37:11 PM
Quote from: D10 on April 30, 2014, 09:14:31 PM
Quote from: Liverpool Street on April 30, 2014, 05:02:34 PM
Excellent for NX to embrace this again this year. But...

Am I allowed to be proud to be straight? Is that O.K in today's world?

just sayin'

As Dom said, be proud of whoever you are!

On a serious note I have faced Homophobia whilst working  :'(, so as long as there is still that problem around then at least NX management are trying to send out the message that they are they are supporting their staff and the wilder community! 8)

Maybe Brian Souter should follow in NX's footsteps ?
Title: Re: Birmingham Pride 2014
Post by: P419 EJW on April 30, 2014, 09:39:03 PM
Quote from: Matt on April 30, 2014, 09:32:04 PM
Quote from: NXDom on April 30, 2014, 05:10:17 PM
Quote from: Liverpool Street on April 30, 2014, 05:02:34 PM
Excellent for NX to embrace this again this year. But...

Am I allowed to be proud to be straight? Is that O.K in today's world?

just sayin'

Yes it should not make a differance to anyone where you are gay, straight, bi, you should be proud of yourself no matter what.

Couldn't put it better myself.

I have friends of different sexualities, colours, ethnicities, religions, sizes, disabilities and none of that makes the slightest difference. Nobody should ever feel the need to change themselves for the benefit of others.

I salute you.
Title: Re: Birmingham Pride 2014
Post by: Trident 4609 on April 30, 2014, 09:39:13 PM
Some inspirational Words Dom :) I totally agree with yours and various others posts that you should never be made to feel inferior regardless of Sexuality, Disability, Ethnicity, Religous beliefs etc.

I am very glad to see that NX get involved with events such as this and also Armed Forces Day/Remenberence day. Its nice to see such a big company showing their support :)
Title: Re: Birmingham Pride 2014
Post by: Rob H on April 30, 2014, 09:55:45 PM
Quote from: Matt on April 30, 2014, 09:32:04 PM
Couldn't put it better myself.

I have friends of different sexualities, colours, ethnicities, religions, sizes, disabilities and none of that makes the slightest difference. Nobody should ever feel the need to change themselves for the benefit of others.

Same Here Matt :) I know 3 of my mates from primary school and secondary school who are gay and I'm still friends with them now because they treated me with respect and I treated them respect that's how I am if they respect me I respect them no matter what. :)
Title: Re: Birmingham Pride 2014
Post by: Bob on April 30, 2014, 10:50:48 PM
Fair play to NX! or should that be fare play lol :-)
Title: Re: Birmingham Pride 2014
Post by: trident4370 on April 30, 2014, 10:51:42 PM
I think it's fantastic personally. Shows NX to be more than just another faceless organisation and supports a good cause.
Title: Re: Birmingham Pride 2014
Post by: Trident 4609 on April 30, 2014, 10:55:38 PM
Quote from: trident4370 on April 30, 2014, 10:51:42 PM
I think it's fantastic personally. Shows NX to be more than just another faceless organisation and supports a good cause.

Not to mention all the charity work taken on by the company as a whole and various individdual employee's who have done their bit for charity (The Joke telling Bus Driver at PE who i can't remember the name of is one to mention)
Title: Re: Birmingham Pride 2014
Post by: nitromatt1 on April 30, 2014, 10:56:58 PM
Quote from: Nathan on April 30, 2014, 10:55:38 PM
Quote from: trident4370 on April 30, 2014, 10:51:42 PM
I think it's fantastic personally. Shows NX to be more than just another faceless organisation and supports a good cause.

Not to mention all the charity work taken on by the company as a whole and various individdual employee's who have done their bit for charity (The Joke telling Bus Driver at PE who i can't remember the name of is one to mention)

Dave Gerrard rings a bell (no pun intended)
Title: Re: Birmingham Pride 2014
Post by: trident4370 on April 30, 2014, 10:57:32 PM
I hadn't heard of that one Nathan but I do remember there was something done for Remembrance Day last year too, and the scheme for donating old glasses. I think it's fair to say NX does do its bit.
Title: Re: Birmingham Pride 2014
Post by: Stuharris 6360 on April 30, 2014, 11:00:52 PM
Quote from: Nathan on April 30, 2014, 10:55:38 PM
Quote from: trident4370 on April 30, 2014, 10:51:42 PM
I think it's fantastic personally. Shows NX to be more than just another faceless organisation and supports a good cause.

Not to mention all the charity work taken on by the company as a whole and various individdual employee's who have done their bit for charity (The Joke telling Bus Driver at PE who i can't remember the name of is one to mention)

That's very true Nathan. Was also very kind of them to name 4817 after the young lad!
Title: Re: Birmingham Pride 2014
Post by: winston on April 30, 2014, 11:04:26 PM
Quote from: Nathan on April 30, 2014, 10:55:38 PM
Quote from: trident4370 on April 30, 2014, 10:51:42 PM
I think it's fantastic personally. Shows NX to be more than just another faceless organisation and supports a good cause.

Not to mention all the charity work taken on by the company as a whole and various individdual employee's who have done their bit for charity (The Joke telling Bus Driver at PE who i can't remember the name of is one to mention)

NX as a group support various charities / good causes
http://www.nationalexpressgroup.com/ourway/charitysupport1.aspx
Title: Re: Birmingham Pride 2014
Post by: Trident 4609 on April 30, 2014, 11:05:01 PM
Wonder if they could have a WN bus named after me ;) (A particular one that you can easily work out for yourselves ;))

Thats the one Matt :) just renembered after you mentioned the name :)  Thanks.
Title: Re: Birmingham Pride 2014
Post by: John on May 22, 2014, 08:12:23 PM
One of our OmniCitys has gained an offside ad - Serving Birmingham with Pride. I wonder if it will be used in the parade
Title: Re: Birmingham Pride 2014
Post by: Gareth on May 22, 2014, 08:19:40 PM
Is it 4779 just returned from refurb? That will look very smart in the parade
Title: Re: Birmingham Pride 2014
Post by: John on May 22, 2014, 08:21:51 PM
Quote from: Gareth on May 22, 2014, 08:19:40 PM
Is it 4779 just returned from refurb? That will look very smart in the parade

No, that was out today, has no adverts yet. I saw the bus with the ad, but forgot to look at the fleetnumber! It will be one of 4778/80/81
Title: Re: Birmingham Pride 2014
Post by: D10 on May 22, 2014, 09:06:45 PM
Quote from: John on May 22, 2014, 08:12:23 PM
One of our OmniCitys has gained an offside ad - Serving Birmingham with Pride. I wonder if it will be used in the parade

Oh I think there's a very good chance it will be!  :)
Title: Re: Birmingham Pride 2014
Post by: wilmotm (Matt Wilmot) on May 23, 2014, 03:36:42 PM
It's 4780!
Title: Re: Birmingham Pride 2014
Post by: lauren1993 on May 23, 2014, 05:54:59 PM
Glad they are doing this again! Sadly I won't be able to make it to pride this year! :(
Title: Re: Birmingham Pride 2014
Post by: domino.99 on May 23, 2014, 06:34:39 PM
Quote from: D10 on April 30, 2014, 09:14:31 PM
Quote from: Liverpool Street on April 30, 2014, 05:02:34 PM
Excellent for NX to embrace this again this year. But...

Am I allowed to be proud to be straight? Is that O.K in today's world?

just sayin'

As Dom said, be proud of whoever you are!

On a serious note I have faced Homophobia whilst working  :'(, so as long as there is still that problem around then at least NX management are trying to send out the message that they are supporting their staff and the wilder community! 8)
I know exactly how you feel i've had the same at school for being bi-sexual but im glad a company on this scale is once again supporting it.
Title: Re: Birmingham Pride 2014
Post by: John on May 23, 2014, 07:58:05 PM
Quote from: wilmotm (Matt Wilmot) on May 23, 2014, 03:36:42 PM
It's 4780!

You beat me to it Matt! Had ads on both sides. Did you see it today Matt, as it was in the garage at 11 this morning
Title: Re: Birmingham Pride 2014
Post by: Matt.N0056 on May 24, 2014, 01:33:44 PM
Well it seemed only Nx knew why they was doing! An arriva 110 carried on down moor at towards the markets, aswell as a few diamond 16s and a wmsnt 424. A diamond 56 ended uv reversing down moor st from cares lane to Albert st!