What do you think of this - political correctness gone absolutely mad??

Imhof Tank

Official statement from the UK Pony Club after complaints about their "Keep Kicking" slogan. I know we live in changed times but surely this is the maddest example ever, and it was "members of the public" who complained, probably to the sponsors, not even their own members??

LATEST NEWS - STATEMENT FROM THE PONY CLUB

The Pony Club is aware that there has been mixed reaction from various perspectives around the sign displaying the phrase “Keep Kicking” at The Pony Club Championships 2018.

We thought it would be helpful to explain that the sign was part of a series of motivational phrases displayed to promote the Mentoring Scheme at the Championships. The Mentoring Scheme is a Pony Club initiative that is sponsored by NFU Mutual, however the Pony Club would like to confirm the sign had not been approved by NFU Mutual.

“Keep Kicking” is used as a motivational statement within The Pony Club. The phrase is used to encourage positive riding, often as support to young riders who are experiencing extreme nervousness or performance anxiety.

Gentle kicking or a light inward nudge encourages the pony to move forward to enable both to continue working together and proceed with the task ahead. It is used in a context to motivate, inspire and give confidence.

However, once NFU Mutual and members of the public made us aware that the phrase had or could cause offence, the sign was quickly removed within an hour.

The Pony Club and NFU Mutual have had a relationship for more than 20 years, championing and encouraging positive and good horse ownership and riding practices in the UK.

byhookorbycrook

Oh FFS! "Kick on/leg on" is an instruction to move forward. Doesn't mean mad use of legs!!

Ave Sodalis

At least PETA warriors have moved on from the painting fiasco...