I'm a celebrity.

It's hard to believe Matt's still in. I was wondering who was voting for him...

I think it shows that the "people" aren't as hard on him as the Press. Whilst many will be cross that a serving MP is in the jungle, his mistakes as the Health Secretary were not his alone and I think many will see his affair with somebody he was actually working with was not the hanging offence for breaking the rules that the press made it out to be. You wouldn't condone it but you could understand it from a human perspective.
If I was going to vote though, it's Jill all the way. Owen is sweet but acting is luck of the draw whereas Jill had to fight for her right to play football from a young age. Hats off to her.
As for the abusive complaint about Sean, I bet his insecurities make him a bit of a chore to live with and his anxieties probably make him a bit controlling. If he was a woman, we'd probably be a little more understanding but as a man this often gets overlooked.

I think that using critical thinking, the pandemic is still very fresh in the bereaved families minds, and a sign of true leadership and responsibility is answering questions under oath to the Covid Enquiry which is taking place.
IMO it seems insensitive and inappropriate at this time to be appearing in a reality tv show for gain.

I haven’t voted for anyone because I don’t vote in these sort of competitions/programmes, but I can quite easily see why people would vote for Matt opposed to some of the back stabbing people in there. Charlene comes to mind, horrible woman. And Sue, I was very disappointed in her. Then there was Chris, and even Mike had his moments. Boy George of course, and the list goes on. Matt never put a foot wrong, along with Owen, Jill, and Seann. I never blamed Matt for anything to do with the pandemic either, since as said before, we have collective government in this country, in other words, a cabinet taking collective responsibility, especially for the pandemic. They were taking advice from scientists and medics and they followed that advice. I have never signed up to the hate fest of Matt Hancock, nor the Matt Hancock killed granny school of thought. It rather shows a lack of critical thinking. So, obviously other people agree and think Matt has done rather well in the jungle.

Aveline

I agree too. It's most surprising. My post re the Russians was facetious but also because I could hardly believe so many people would vote for Matt.

I apologise Aveline it’s sometimes not easy to get the gist of a post.

I agree too. It's most surprising. My post re the Russians was facetious but also because I could hardly believe so many people would vote for Matt.

Agreed Joseanne

I don't want this to become a political thread because I have enjoyed it as a popularity contest and nothing more. I was however thinking that if the voting for Matt shows the mentality of the British public, then perhaps we cannot ignore the possibility of a Tory win at the next GE?
If not, then it is the man himself they like, regardless of the party colour, pure and simple. Obviously I am aware that this is a very flippant statement, but just wondering on a dull Sunday as you do.

Blimey Aveline your post is definitely in the running for the most weird post I have read for some while on GN !!!

Matt would be a worthy winner, he has excelled in all his trials, answered any difficult questions asked of him and generally been a good camp mate.

The feminist in me would like to see Jill crowned Queen of the Jungle.

It's hard to believe Matt's still in. I was wondering who was voting for him then it came to me - there's evidence of Russian interference in our elections and referenda. It must be them voting for Matt to annoy the UK government!

Sweetpeasue

Amazed Matt is still there.

I don't think Matt would still be there had it not been for some of the contestants bitching about him behind his back at the start.

Thank you Smileless. As others have said, it has been an interesting discussion, but I can't take the credit for opening the first thread.

Well that’s a good job Callistemon, because Mike’s out

Sweetpeasue

Callistemon21

Who would you want to be with you if you were lost in the rainforest?

Callistemon It certainly wouldn't be Owen.

Mike, I think.
Steady and sensible. He could tackle the spiders and snakes, he seems very capable.

I still want Jill to win, though 🙂

I think any of the final three would be worthy of the title, but I think Jill is lovely, never heard her bitch about anybody, or complain about anything, and she always has that lovely smile

Callistemon21
Who would you want to be with you if you were lost in the rainforest?

I would have said Mike but on reflection the way Matt has risen to every challenge and faced them head on has been impressive. Marching through the cyclone like the Terminator to the backing of AC/DC was hilarious. So I’d have to choose MH to lead me out of the rainforest

Me too Zoejory so thank you Joseanne for two great threads.

I think Matt's been a little surprised at how long he's managed. Good for him.

As I've said before I now have zero idea who will win and I don't really mind. All three have good qualities.

I'm going to miss this after tomorrow!

Callistemon21

Who would you want to be with you if you were lost in the rainforest?

Callistemon It certainly wouldn't be Owen.

I kind of feel it would mean the most to Owen to win.

Well out of this year's camp mates I'd choose Matt because he's calm, focused and would keep me fed. If I had the choice of anyone it would of course be Mr. S.

I think Jill will win, I think she deserves to win.

I’m sorry Mike’s gone. I’m in the minority because I’m not an Owen fan but I think he’ll probably win.

Hope it’s Jill.

Who would you want to be with you if you were lost in the rainforest?

Amazed Matt is still there.

I thought Matt would go but pleased Owen’s still in.

OMG Matt's in the last 3 and I don't know why, but I'm really pleased.