Friendly reminder: Don’t label despicable people with medical or physical conditions they don’t have Having a physical difference (like cleft scars) is not a character flaw. Neither is ‘bed wetting’ nor ‘mouth-breathing’ Talk about how they are despicable, don’t use some feature others can’t help

Russian fire bombing & propaganda attacks on the UK PM are part of a long & reckless campaign by Putin’s clique, in Europe & beyond. We’ve known since at least 2008. We’ve done far too little. The fundamentals remain the same. The dangers are greater than ever. bylinetimes.com/2022/05/09/t...

The Forgotten Russia Report of 2008: How Ukraine is Paying the Price for Our Catastrophic Mistakes

Fourteen years ago, Andrew Levi briefed the Labour Foreign Secretary on the dangers of Putin’s Kremlin. Now the terrifying predictions of that report have been vindicated, it is vital to reckon with o...

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@lordrickettsp.bsky.social Just finished Peace Makers. My insight into the ceaseless diplomatic efforts made during and after the 2nd World War has increased 100-fold. A superb, fascinating, important & readable book. 5 stars. Thank you.

This is a crucial report, shining a spotlight on the funding links between Russia, Hungary and the British mainstream right

Peter Geoghegan@petergeoghegan.bsky.social · 4mo ago

From Roger Scruton cafes to paying Matt Goodwin $10k a month, Viktor Orban has built a network of populist right think tanks, journalists and activists Today Democracy for Sale delves into Orban’s allies on the British right Well worth a read democracyforsale.substack.com/p/orbans-brits

Reform UK and Germany’s AfD: why is Britain asleep at the wheel?

Reform UK and Germany's AfD: why is Britain asleep at the wheel? - West Country Voices

Let me tell you what’s happening in Germany right now – and why the UK should be paying very close attention. In Germany: The AfD is under heavy surveillance. In May 2025, Germany’s domestic intelligence...

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This cause is close to my heart - please sign: you.38degrees.org.uk/petitions/re...

Save the Swing Bridge before it’s too late!

It’s almost the 150th anniversary of Armstrong’s hydraulic marvel, but it hasn’t opened since 2019. I’ve just signed the petition to demand a proper restoration plan before it has to be demolished. Wi...

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Stop the stitch-up! The Government wants to push through water legislation, locking in a failed privatised system for decades without giving the public a say. I’ve signed the petition to stop this water stitch-up and demand a public consultation. Add your name: actionnetwork.org/petitions/st...

Stop the water stitch-up!

Stop the stitch-up! The Government wants to push through water legislation, locking in a failed privatised system for decades without giving the public a say. I’ve signed the petition to stop this wa...

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🚨🚨 Urgent! The COP30 UN climate negotiations in Brazil from 10-21 November will be one of the most critical climate summits in years. Will you message the UK Secretary attending COP30? action.cafod.org.uk/page/178976/...

Take action for COP30

The COP30 UN climate negotiations in Brazil from 10-21 November will be one of the most critical climate summits in years. Will you message the UK Secretary attending COP30?

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Ivan Dabbs Reform UK’s new councillor for Deanshanger & Paulerspury, West Northamptonshire. He confirmed yesterday this was his account. What a bile factory his Twitter is. He’s a very obvious Britain First supporter, having promoted their content and commented supporting it multiple times.

pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC.... This is an informative piece about the drugs used to end life and the various outcomes on different people.

Efficacy and safety of drugs used for ‘assisted dying’

‘Assisted dying’ is practiced in some European countries and US states. Legislation suggests that there exists an easily prescribed drug which consistently brings about death quickly and painlessly. E...

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The magnificent Malham Cove #YorkshireDales

Good Morning Monday to all you blue skiers ! A positive picture of therapy dogs waiting to say hello

I haven't commented on what's happening in Israel/Palestine as I don't feel I have anything meaningful to add to the horrific events taking place. But I do agree with Richard Murphy's comment.