Britain's breakdown evident as Agromenes declares: 'Clear view, clear talk, resolved. This is the genuine Great Britain in distress'

In the heart of London, a new warning notice has appeared on the steps to an Underground platform, a move that has raised eyebrows among regular commuters. The sign, which instructs passengers to 'Hold on to the handrail', has been met with some confusion, as the platform has been managed successfully for 168 years without such instruction. This incident, however, seems to be a symptom of a larger issue that British society is grappling with: the blurred lines between personal responsibility and corporate negligence.

In his latest column, "Countryside Crusader", an anonymous author has been voicing his concerns about this shift. The author, who has been writing for the magazine for the last 25 years, is known for his advocacy for rural issues. Recently, he has taken up the cause of challenging the growing trend of using the courts to claim against businesses for negligence, even in situations where the mishap was the individual's fault.

The author argues that the law is not meant to protect people from their own foolishness, but from the wickedness of others. He criticizes the public for being encouraged to believe that someone else should always be held responsible for every mishap. This, he believes, undermines the principle of caveat emptor - buyer beware, a principle that regulators and political masters have also been accused of weakening.

The issue of personal responsibility extends beyond the realm of corporate negligence. The author also tackles the growing trend of describing dislike for a food as an allergy or intolerance. He argues that people should not be financially protected from unregulated deals if they lose their money in them, and that progress depends on people taking risks, but society should only inform them about unfamiliar risks.

In the realm of food safety, the author maintains that businesses should warn of unusual situations, hazards, or unexpected changes, but they should not infantilize the public. He argues that while it is essential for restaurants or food shops to be aware of customers with serious food allergies, it is not the waiter's responsibility to ask every customer about allergies.

The author's words resonate with Agromenes, a countryside crusader who naps on train journeys to London. He agrees with the author's stance, stating that in a sane society, it is not necessary to be woken frequently during train journeys for safety instructions.

The debate on personal responsibility and corporate negligence is a complex one, but the author's columns have sparked important conversations. As Britain continues to grapple with these issues, it remains to be seen how the lines between personal responsibility and corporate accountability will be redrawn.

Britain's breakdown evident as Agromenes declares: 'Clear view, clear talk, resolved. This is the genuine Great Britain in distress'