John Erskine
@erskine.bsky.social
Scottish. Supporter of Scottish independence. Twitter evacuee. Fond of mountains, lochs and bikes! Speaker of poor Gaelic. Chan eil mi a' bruidhinn Gàidhlig gu math.
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📊 NEW | As Labour announces fresh crackdown on refugees, their approval falls to an all-time low.
✅ Satisfied – 11% (-1)
❌ Dissatisfied – 82% (-)
Via @IpsosUK, 30 Oct - 5 Nov (+/- vs 11-17 Sep)
✅ Satisfied – 11% (-1)
❌ Dissatisfied – 82% (-)
Via @IpsosUK, 30 Oct - 5 Nov (+/- vs 11-17 Sep)
November 17, 2025 at 2:16 PM
📊 NEW | As Labour announces fresh crackdown on refugees, their approval falls to an all-time low.
✅ Satisfied – 11% (-1)
❌ Dissatisfied – 82% (-)
Via @IpsosUK, 30 Oct - 5 Nov (+/- vs 11-17 Sep)
✅ Satisfied – 11% (-1)
❌ Dissatisfied – 82% (-)
Via @IpsosUK, 30 Oct - 5 Nov (+/- vs 11-17 Sep)
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Fucksake. This country.
📊 Ipsos poll suggests Reform landslide:
➡️ REF – 400 seats (+395)
🟠 LD – 78 seats (+6)
🟡 SNP – 46 seats (+37)
🟢 GRN – 43 seats (+39)
🔴 LAB – 31 seats (-380)
🔵 CON – 11 seats (-110)
🟢 PLAID – 7 seats (+3)
Based on @IpsosUK poll, Nov 2025 (+/- vs GE24)
➡️ REF – 400 seats (+395)
🟠 LD – 78 seats (+6)
🟡 SNP – 46 seats (+37)
🟢 GRN – 43 seats (+39)
🔴 LAB – 31 seats (-380)
🔵 CON – 11 seats (-110)
🟢 PLAID – 7 seats (+3)
Based on @IpsosUK poll, Nov 2025 (+/- vs GE24)
November 16, 2025 at 11:07 AM
Fucksake. This country.
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November 16, 2025 at 1:21 PM
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Baillie and Streeting. The NHS is safe in the hands of Labour? Only if you are a private supplier. www.thenational.scot/news/2562426...
Wes Streeting urged to 'come clean over £200k from private-health linked donors'
WES Streeting has been urged to “come clean” about the benefits private healthcare companies are reaping for alleged donations worth more than…
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November 16, 2025 at 8:29 AM
Baillie and Streeting. The NHS is safe in the hands of Labour? Only if you are a private supplier. www.thenational.scot/news/2562426...
Well, well, who would credit Gove with having such a sharp sense of humour? www.thenational.scot/news/2562312...
Michael Gove calls for Piers Morgan to take over as director general of BBC
FORMER Tory minister Michael Gove has suggested that Piers Morgan should take over as the next director general of the BBC ...
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November 16, 2025 at 8:27 AM
Well, well, who would credit Gove with having such a sharp sense of humour? www.thenational.scot/news/2562312...
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A study by the National Bureau of Economic Research (NBER) shows that estimates about the damage done by Brexit have underestimated its impact over the course of a decade. Data now suggests that Brexit has reduced UK GDP by 6%–8%, reduced investment 12%–18%, and reduced productivity by 3%–4%.
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November 14, 2025 at 11:46 PM
A study by the National Bureau of Economic Research (NBER) shows that estimates about the damage done by Brexit have underestimated its impact over the course of a decade. Data now suggests that Brexit has reduced UK GDP by 6%–8%, reduced investment 12%–18%, and reduced productivity by 3%–4%.
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No surprise that Starmer wants to keep the House of Lords.
Maybe it’s to provide a seat for Morgan McSweeney when he inevitably gets fired in the near future.
Maybe it’s to provide a seat for Morgan McSweeney when he inevitably gets fired in the near future.
November 13, 2025 at 6:57 PM
No surprise that Starmer wants to keep the House of Lords.
Maybe it’s to provide a seat for Morgan McSweeney when he inevitably gets fired in the near future.
Maybe it’s to provide a seat for Morgan McSweeney when he inevitably gets fired in the near future.
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And we are constantly told we are spending far too much on welfare, what a lot of bollocks.
July 7, 2025 at 6:23 AM
And we are constantly told we are spending far too much on welfare, what a lot of bollocks.
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Proud that Scotland is an inspiration to an inspiring mayor - best of luck to #Mamdani and his team. The SNP have plenty more progressive ideas you can borrow 😉
November 13, 2025 at 4:46 PM
Proud that Scotland is an inspiration to an inspiring mayor - best of luck to #Mamdani and his team. The SNP have plenty more progressive ideas you can borrow 😉
I remember the days when nuclear waste was shipped across the oceans in decrepit vessels leaking and polluting the seas to be dumped in Asia without regulation. Welcome to Scottish Labour, folks! They just don't give a f**k. www.thenational.scot/news/2561787...
Keir Starmer pledges to 'reclaim our heritage' in bizarre attack on SNP
KEIR Starmer has said the UK will “reclaim our heritage” in a bizarre attack on the SNP ...
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November 13, 2025 at 8:55 AM
I remember the days when nuclear waste was shipped across the oceans in decrepit vessels leaking and polluting the seas to be dumped in Asia without regulation. Welcome to Scottish Labour, folks! They just don't give a f**k. www.thenational.scot/news/2561787...
“You can hang him in a way that potentially generates a positive benefit for you, or, if it really looks like he could win, you could save him, generating a debt.' Why the man should never be POTUS www.thenational.scot/news/2561607...
'Not justified': 5 UN experts condemn UK Palestine Action proscription
FOUR UN special rapporteurs and an independent expert have condemned the UK's proscription of Palestine Action as "not justified",…
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November 12, 2025 at 7:18 PM
“You can hang him in a way that potentially generates a positive benefit for you, or, if it really looks like he could win, you could save him, generating a debt.' Why the man should never be POTUS www.thenational.scot/news/2561607...
I have refused to support the red poppy for the very same reasons. However, I recognised much further back the politicisation of the symbol and support for post '45 conflicts. www.thenational.scot/news/2471190...
Explained: Why we have a white poppy on the front page
Over the coming days, The National is making a small change to its front pages.
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November 9, 2025 at 7:18 PM
I have refused to support the red poppy for the very same reasons. However, I recognised much further back the politicisation of the symbol and support for post '45 conflicts. www.thenational.scot/news/2471190...
Billions????!!!!! www.thenational.scot/news/2559508...
UK Government 'unable' to explain billions in nuclear spending, watchdog warns
THE UK spending watchdog has raised serious concerns about the Ministry of Defence’s (MoD) finances after auditors found it was “unable” to…
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November 6, 2025 at 8:35 AM
Billions????!!!!! www.thenational.scot/news/2559508...
Deflecting from the imminent headlines over Labour tax rises. Don't forget the SNP needed to take action to reduce waiting times under Labour in 2007 when they took control. www.thenational.scot/news/2559666...
Are Scottish Labour 'spreading misinformation' about NHS waiting times?
SCOTTISH Labour have been accused of “spreading misinformation” over NHS waiting times, again.
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November 6, 2025 at 8:33 AM
Deflecting from the imminent headlines over Labour tax rises. Don't forget the SNP needed to take action to reduce waiting times under Labour in 2007 when they took control. www.thenational.scot/news/2559666...
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Oh really - we're so surprised 🤣
'Make Brexit work' is obviously NOT working #Labour #Rejoin
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'Make Brexit work' is obviously NOT working #Labour #Rejoin
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Brexit and austerity still causing ‘major problems’ for economy – Phillipson
Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson’s comments came after Chancellor Rachel Reeves prepared the ground for tax hikes in her November 26 Budget.
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November 5, 2025 at 10:29 AM
Oh really - we're so surprised 🤣
'Make Brexit work' is obviously NOT working #Labour #Rejoin
www.standard.co.uk/business/bus...
'Make Brexit work' is obviously NOT working #Labour #Rejoin
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Sycophantic Alexander once more lies to the media without so much as a stutter. It is impossible to believe anything coming out of this man's lips. Quite obvious why he was parachuted in to the SoS job! www.thenational.scot/news/2558835...
Scottish Labour MPs and MSPs stayed silent on US whisky tariffs, FOI reveals
NOT one single Scottish Labour MP or MSP pushed the UK Government to get a better deal for Scotch whisky ...
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November 2, 2025 at 8:36 AM
Sycophantic Alexander once more lies to the media without so much as a stutter. It is impossible to believe anything coming out of this man's lips. Quite obvious why he was parachuted in to the SoS job! www.thenational.scot/news/2558835...
This may explain why the Honourable Craig Murray (former British ambassador, rich chappie and contempt of court misogynist) has left Alba for a unionist party. Seems that the Alba party is in free fall and Murray needs another means to damage the SNP. www.thenational.scot/news/2557532...
Huge double-digit lead for Scottish independence in new polling
SCOTS would vote to leave the Union should an independence referendum be held tomorrow, a new poll has found.
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October 27, 2025 at 7:18 PM
This may explain why the Honourable Craig Murray (former British ambassador, rich chappie and contempt of court misogynist) has left Alba for a unionist party. Seems that the Alba party is in free fall and Murray needs another means to damage the SNP. www.thenational.scot/news/2557532...
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Independence is normal.
And if independent countries like Ireland, Denmark and Finland can be wealthier and fairer than the UK, so can Scotland.
And if independent countries like Ireland, Denmark and Finland can be wealthier and fairer than the UK, so can Scotland.
October 24, 2025 at 4:50 PM
Independence is normal.
And if independent countries like Ireland, Denmark and Finland can be wealthier and fairer than the UK, so can Scotland.
And if independent countries like Ireland, Denmark and Finland can be wealthier and fairer than the UK, so can Scotland.
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Should the British government publish the criteria they use to determine whether or not to call a border poll?
Sinn Fein 100%
SDLP 90%
Alliance 79% 😶
UUP 33%
TUV 19%
DUP 18%
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Sinn Fein 100%
SDLP 90%
Alliance 79% 😶
UUP 33%
TUV 19%
DUP 18%
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Majority in NI support publishing border poll criteria – but unionists far less interested than nationalists
A majority of people in Northern Ireland think the Secretary of State should publish the criteria for calling a border poll, according to a poll.
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October 26, 2025 at 12:46 AM
Should the British government publish the criteria they use to determine whether or not to call a border poll?
Sinn Fein 100%
SDLP 90%
Alliance 79% 😶
UUP 33%
TUV 19%
DUP 18%
www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/news/politic...
archive.ph/9twYI
Sinn Fein 100%
SDLP 90%
Alliance 79% 😶
UUP 33%
TUV 19%
DUP 18%
www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/news/politic...
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As a frequent visitor to the Highlands and outdoor enthusiast, I do believe that something needs to be done to deal with this problem, but I am not convinced that tampering with access legislation is right. www.thenational.scot/news/2556670...
Petition aims to ban campervans on NC500 except in designated areas
The Scottish Outdoor Access Code must be strengthened to ban camping in vehicles outside of designated zones, a campaigner who lives on the North…
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October 25, 2025 at 5:49 AM
As a frequent visitor to the Highlands and outdoor enthusiast, I do believe that something needs to be done to deal with this problem, but I am not convinced that tampering with access legislation is right. www.thenational.scot/news/2556670...
Third term? Do they think they can ever get him out now?
Don’t laugh at this. Don’t dismiss it. They’re serious. Prepare for it. And get ready to fight against it.
October 24, 2025 at 5:51 AM
Third term? Do they think they can ever get him out now?
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Fantastic result for @plaidcymru.bsky.social in #Caerphilly worryingly Reform came second, shows how much #Labour are screwing things up.
October 24, 2025 at 3:24 AM
Fantastic result for @plaidcymru.bsky.social in #Caerphilly worryingly Reform came second, shows how much #Labour are screwing things up.
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This is brilliant news! Not only has #Labour been defeated in a once stronghold area for them, so has the #FarRight #Reform.
It goes to show, we can kick #Starmer 's Labour AND #Farage 's #fascists into oblivion.
We must make sure we #Vote4Democacy.
www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2025...
It goes to show, we can kick #Starmer 's Labour AND #Farage 's #fascists into oblivion.
We must make sure we #Vote4Democacy.
www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2025...
Plaid Cymru ousts Labour in Caerphilly byelection
Rhun ap Iorwerth’s party, which wants Wales to become independent, seizes Senedd seat after Reform UK challenge
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October 24, 2025 at 3:41 AM
This is brilliant news! Not only has #Labour been defeated in a once stronghold area for them, so has the #FarRight #Reform.
It goes to show, we can kick #Starmer 's Labour AND #Farage 's #fascists into oblivion.
We must make sure we #Vote4Democacy.
www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2025...
It goes to show, we can kick #Starmer 's Labour AND #Farage 's #fascists into oblivion.
We must make sure we #Vote4Democacy.
www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2025...
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Caerphilly Senedd By-Election Result:
🌼 PLC: 47.4% (+19.0)
➡️ REF: 36.0% (+34.2)
🌹 LAB: 11.0% (-34.9)
🌳 CON: 2.0% (-15.3)
🌍 GRN: 1.5% (New)
🔶 LDM: 1.5% (-1.2)
🐉 GWL: 0.3% (New)
💷 UKIP: 0.2% (New)
Plaid Cymru GAIN from Labour.
Changes w/ 2021.
🌼 PLC: 47.4% (+19.0)
➡️ REF: 36.0% (+34.2)
🌹 LAB: 11.0% (-34.9)
🌳 CON: 2.0% (-15.3)
🌍 GRN: 1.5% (New)
🔶 LDM: 1.5% (-1.2)
🐉 GWL: 0.3% (New)
💷 UKIP: 0.2% (New)
Plaid Cymru GAIN from Labour.
Changes w/ 2021.
October 24, 2025 at 1:17 AM
Caerphilly Senedd By-Election Result:
🌼 PLC: 47.4% (+19.0)
➡️ REF: 36.0% (+34.2)
🌹 LAB: 11.0% (-34.9)
🌳 CON: 2.0% (-15.3)
🌍 GRN: 1.5% (New)
🔶 LDM: 1.5% (-1.2)
🐉 GWL: 0.3% (New)
💷 UKIP: 0.2% (New)
Plaid Cymru GAIN from Labour.
Changes w/ 2021.
🌼 PLC: 47.4% (+19.0)
➡️ REF: 36.0% (+34.2)
🌹 LAB: 11.0% (-34.9)
🌳 CON: 2.0% (-15.3)
🌍 GRN: 1.5% (New)
🔶 LDM: 1.5% (-1.2)
🐉 GWL: 0.3% (New)
💷 UKIP: 0.2% (New)
Plaid Cymru GAIN from Labour.
Changes w/ 2021.