Andrew Garner
@andrewbgarner.bsky.social
188cm 78kg blood type O+
As an Irish citizen it’s painful to acknowledge how right this article is; we’re the worst freeloaders, given our reliance on international trade, combined with a sanctimonious belief in the wisdom of neutrality
How Ireland became the weak spot in Europe’s defences
With few ships and limited intelligence-sharing, some say the country cannot hope to protect itself or its infrastructure
www.ft.com
November 25, 2025 at 7:21 AM
As an Irish citizen it’s painful to acknowledge how right this article is; we’re the worst freeloaders, given our reliance on international trade, combined with a sanctimonious belief in the wisdom of neutrality
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It’s honestly mental that someone who is running to be President doesn’t think that country should have an army at all - “we don't need an army we're an independent, neutral, sovereign country”
August 14, 2025 at 7:59 PM
It’s honestly mental that someone who is running to be President doesn’t think that country should have an army at all - “we don't need an army we're an independent, neutral, sovereign country”
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We have to give some respect to those who try, even if we disagree with their decisions. As no one will ever get it all right.
July 2, 2025 at 6:48 PM
We have to give some respect to those who try, even if we disagree with their decisions. As no one will ever get it all right.
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The IDF killed three British aid workers last year.
The UK refuses to investigate Israel for killing its citizens but will investigate British people for cursing the IDF
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
The UK refuses to investigate Israel for killing its citizens but will investigate British people for cursing the IDF
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
British aid workers 'died from blast wounds' in Gaza - inquest
James Kirby, James Henderson and John Chapman were killed in an air strike on 1 April.
www.bbc.co.uk
June 30, 2025 at 2:58 PM
The IDF killed three British aid workers last year.
The UK refuses to investigate Israel for killing its citizens but will investigate British people for cursing the IDF
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
The UK refuses to investigate Israel for killing its citizens but will investigate British people for cursing the IDF
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
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Ever wondered what a trumpet would sound like in jelly?
Well, am I about to answer your question...
Well, am I about to answer your question...
June 25, 2025 at 6:13 PM
Ever wondered what a trumpet would sound like in jelly?
Well, am I about to answer your question...
Well, am I about to answer your question...
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watching england is a lot less stressful if you work on the assumption that the fourth innings target is going to be about 350-390, and everything that comes before is just manoeuvring
June 22, 2025 at 5:10 PM
watching england is a lot less stressful if you work on the assumption that the fourth innings target is going to be about 350-390, and everything that comes before is just manoeuvring
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🚨 Outrage as 20 police officers break into Westminster Quaker Meeting House and arrest six. 🚨
This shocking violation of a place of worship is a direct result of crackdowns on protest and dissent - freedom of speech, assembly and democracy are at risk.🕊️
👉 www.quaker.org.uk/news-and-eve...
This shocking violation of a place of worship is a direct result of crackdowns on protest and dissent - freedom of speech, assembly and democracy are at risk.🕊️
👉 www.quaker.org.uk/news-and-eve...
Quakers condemn police raid on Westminster Meeting House
Police broke into a Quaker Meeting House last night (27 March) and arrested six young people holding a meeting over concerns for the climate and Gaza.
www.quaker.org.uk
March 28, 2025 at 4:50 PM
🚨 Outrage as 20 police officers break into Westminster Quaker Meeting House and arrest six. 🚨
This shocking violation of a place of worship is a direct result of crackdowns on protest and dissent - freedom of speech, assembly and democracy are at risk.🕊️
👉 www.quaker.org.uk/news-and-eve...
This shocking violation of a place of worship is a direct result of crackdowns on protest and dissent - freedom of speech, assembly and democracy are at risk.🕊️
👉 www.quaker.org.uk/news-and-eve...
How does Michael Lowry keep getting elected in Tipperary? They must all get their drinking water through lead pipes. And that’s the charitable interpretation…
November 30, 2024 at 10:40 PM
How does Michael Lowry keep getting elected in Tipperary? They must all get their drinking water through lead pipes. And that’s the charitable interpretation…
Glad to see the NZ tail give a good hard wag. Increases the probability of England being forced to follow on them winning by one run, which I think is what we all need to see
November 28, 2024 at 10:30 PM
Glad to see the NZ tail give a good hard wag. Increases the probability of England being forced to follow on them winning by one run, which I think is what we all need to see
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For those wanting to watch the Test who don’t want to pay TNT’s prices…
Open a Bet365 account. Deposit £5. You can take it out again, but once deposited you can watch the Test in spectacular low resolution.
Open a Bet365 account. Deposit £5. You can take it out again, but once deposited you can watch the Test in spectacular low resolution.
November 28, 2024 at 10:19 PM
For those wanting to watch the Test who don’t want to pay TNT’s prices…
Open a Bet365 account. Deposit £5. You can take it out again, but once deposited you can watch the Test in spectacular low resolution.
Open a Bet365 account. Deposit £5. You can take it out again, but once deposited you can watch the Test in spectacular low resolution.
The uk snooker championship should be closer to Christmas, playing it in November don’t feel right
November 28, 2024 at 10:12 PM
The uk snooker championship should be closer to Christmas, playing it in November don’t feel right
I don’t think I could ever tire of Mozart’s Requiem, it’s one incredible melody after another.
September 5, 2024 at 9:10 PM
I don’t think I could ever tire of Mozart’s Requiem, it’s one incredible melody after another.
Ali Carter and O’Sullivan are playing this match in the Grand Style, inject it into my veins
January 14, 2024 at 8:40 PM
Ali Carter and O’Sullivan are playing this match in the Grand Style, inject it into my veins
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Ofsted chief ‘should quit now’, says Ruth Perry’s sister as briefing memo is revealed
Ofsted chief ‘should quit now’, says Ruth Perry’s sister as briefing memo is revealed
Family of headteacher who killed herself calls on Amanda Spielman to resign over inadequate response to coroner’s verdict
www.theguardian.com
December 10, 2023 at 6:00 PM
Ofsted chief ‘should quit now’, says Ruth Perry’s sister as briefing memo is revealed