Mike Galsworthy
@mikegalsworthy.bsky.social
Chair of European Movement UK. 🇬🇧 🇪🇺
Founder of the Bylines Network.
Founder of Scientists for EU.
Lover of science, Europe and humanity. 🙌
Founder of the Bylines Network.
Founder of Scientists for EU.
Lover of science, Europe and humanity. 🙌
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This is the full Bylines Network, plus Byline Times and other public good investigative press (Declassified, Desmog, openDemocracy…)
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This is the full Bylines Network, plus Byline Times and other public good investigative press (Declassified, Desmog, openDemocracy…)
Please follow & share.
go.bsky.app/RWVEKv
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Stop ripping up the ocean floor and destroying habitats!
westcountryvoices.co.uk/cornish-resi...
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Cornish residents demand government ban destructive bottom trawling in marine protected areas: new poll
84 per cent of Cornish residents support a ban on bottom trawling in marine protected areas (MPAs) Bottom trawling, which destroys reefs, seagrass and marine life, remains legal in all Cornish MPAs in...
westcountryvoices.co.uk
November 10, 2025 at 5:42 PM
Stop ripping up the ocean floor and destroying habitats!
westcountryvoices.co.uk/cornish-resi...
westcountryvoices.co.uk/cornish-resi...
Iodine deficiency impairs learning and lifelong productivity...
...yet the UK ranks among the worst globally for iodine intake and well below what the WHO considers adequate.
...yet the UK ranks among the worst globally for iodine intake and well below what the WHO considers adequate.
Iodine, UK policy and brain growth: a question of intelligence
While we fixate on AI, government has neglected natural intelligence: iodine, crucial for children's brains and their future potential
centralbylines.co.uk
November 10, 2025 at 8:33 PM
Iodine deficiency impairs learning and lifelong productivity...
...yet the UK ranks among the worst globally for iodine intake and well below what the WHO considers adequate.
...yet the UK ranks among the worst globally for iodine intake and well below what the WHO considers adequate.
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Gutted by the Dems caving after the blue-wave wins of last week? Sick & tired of us snatching defeat from the jaws of victory? I hear you! Might I suggest you calm yourself, relax, take a deep, cleansing breath... then see if this photo of 2 pandas cuddling is of any help.
November 10, 2025 at 7:45 PM
Gutted by the Dems caving after the blue-wave wins of last week? Sick & tired of us snatching defeat from the jaws of victory? I hear you! Might I suggest you calm yourself, relax, take a deep, cleansing breath... then see if this photo of 2 pandas cuddling is of any help.
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We know from our recent e-waste week with @stratforddc.bsky.social that some people have old smart phones kicking around in drawers and cupboards. Now you can help Welcome Here Stratford by donating them for use by newcomers to the town. Drop them off at our Climate Hub in Meer Street.
November 10, 2025 at 8:36 AM
We know from our recent e-waste week with @stratforddc.bsky.social that some people have old smart phones kicking around in drawers and cupboards. Now you can help Welcome Here Stratford by donating them for use by newcomers to the town. Drop them off at our Climate Hub in Meer Street.
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Two-thirds of California's power comes from clean energy.
For 9 in 10 days so far this year, we were 100% powered for some part of the day by clean energy.
The Golden State has become the world's fourth-largest economy because of our climate leadership, not in spite of it.
For 9 in 10 days so far this year, we were 100% powered for some part of the day by clean energy.
The Golden State has become the world's fourth-largest economy because of our climate leadership, not in spite of it.
November 10, 2025 at 4:29 PM
Two-thirds of California's power comes from clean energy.
For 9 in 10 days so far this year, we were 100% powered for some part of the day by clean energy.
The Golden State has become the world's fourth-largest economy because of our climate leadership, not in spite of it.
For 9 in 10 days so far this year, we were 100% powered for some part of the day by clean energy.
The Golden State has become the world's fourth-largest economy because of our climate leadership, not in spite of it.
"The row that has engulfed the BBC.. over allegations of bias is a self-incurred catastrophe for the organisation which has been a long time coming.
It stems from a gradually growing confusion between journalism, which can include expressions of opinion... and reporting"
It stems from a gradually growing confusion between journalism, which can include expressions of opinion... and reporting"
The BBC affair: a personal view
A reporter's view
northeastbylines.co.uk
November 10, 2025 at 5:04 PM
"The row that has engulfed the BBC.. over allegations of bias is a self-incurred catastrophe for the organisation which has been a long time coming.
It stems from a gradually growing confusion between journalism, which can include expressions of opinion... and reporting"
It stems from a gradually growing confusion between journalism, which can include expressions of opinion... and reporting"
"Worryingly, according to YouGov, trust in the BBC declined from 81% to 47% between 2004 and 2020..."
The BBC affair: a personal view
A reporter's view
northeastbylines.co.uk
November 10, 2025 at 4:53 PM
"Worryingly, according to YouGov, trust in the BBC declined from 81% to 47% between 2004 and 2020..."
"The row that has engulfed the BBC with the resignations of its director general, Tim Davie, and CEO of News, Deborah Turness, over allegations of bias is a self-incurred catastrophe for the organisation which has been a long time coming..."
A fascinating take on the evolving pressures on "news"...
A fascinating take on the evolving pressures on "news"...
The BBC affair: a personal view
A reporter's view
northeastbylines.co.uk
November 10, 2025 at 4:36 PM
"The row that has engulfed the BBC with the resignations of its director general, Tim Davie, and CEO of News, Deborah Turness, over allegations of bias is a self-incurred catastrophe for the organisation which has been a long time coming..."
A fascinating take on the evolving pressures on "news"...
A fascinating take on the evolving pressures on "news"...
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White House gloats over the resignations of Tim Davie and Deborah Turness, posting a meme on social media implying Trump’s influence toppled the BBC executives
The Guardian: The BBC is facing a coordinated, politically motivated attack.
The Guardian: The BBC is facing a coordinated, politically motivated attack.
Daily Telegraph Disinformation Check
This blog challenges statements made by The Daily Telegraph by quoting other sources and giving our own editorial view.
westenglandbylines.co.uk
November 10, 2025 at 10:35 AM
White House gloats over the resignations of Tim Davie and Deborah Turness, posting a meme on social media implying Trump’s influence toppled the BBC executives
The Guardian: The BBC is facing a coordinated, politically motivated attack.
The Guardian: The BBC is facing a coordinated, politically motivated attack.
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Absolutely this.
Maybe Keir should demand the heads of major US news networks any time they imply Britain is on the brink of civil war or that we live under sharia law. Or does it not work both ways?
November 10, 2025 at 2:04 PM
Absolutely this.
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🚨Exclusive: BBC and Guardian editors held secret meetings with Israel's former army chief one month after the Gaza bombing began.
The meetings were seen by Israel as a key avenue for promoting the brutal onslaught in Gaza.
www.declassifieduk.org/bbc-guardian...
The meetings were seen by Israel as a key avenue for promoting the brutal onslaught in Gaza.
www.declassifieduk.org/bbc-guardian...
BBC and Guardian editors held private meetings with Israeli General
Exclusive: Former IDF chief of staff met with Britain’s top journalists to promote Israel’s war on Gaza, it can be revealed.
www.declassifieduk.org
November 10, 2025 at 2:58 PM
🚨Exclusive: BBC and Guardian editors held secret meetings with Israel's former army chief one month after the Gaza bombing began.
The meetings were seen by Israel as a key avenue for promoting the brutal onslaught in Gaza.
www.declassifieduk.org/bbc-guardian...
The meetings were seen by Israel as a key avenue for promoting the brutal onslaught in Gaza.
www.declassifieduk.org/bbc-guardian...
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The North-South divide is as wide as ever
Ninety years after Orwell exposed northern hardship, new data shows deprivation remains stark across England’s North
Ninety years after Orwell exposed northern hardship, new data shows deprivation remains stark across England’s North
The North-South divide is as wide as ever
Ninety years after Orwell exposed northern hardship, new data shows deprivation remains stark across England’s North
northeastbylines.co.uk
November 10, 2025 at 7:53 AM
The North-South divide is as wide as ever
Ninety years after Orwell exposed northern hardship, new data shows deprivation remains stark across England’s North
Ninety years after Orwell exposed northern hardship, new data shows deprivation remains stark across England’s North
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🔥 Harrods: What do the survivors do now??
The courts, the redress scheme, the police — all form part of the same legal abyss.
◾ Survivors cannot access the courts, let alone for trafficking
◾ Harrods’ “redress” is run by the institution itself
◾ The Met refuses to name the crimes as trafficking
The courts, the redress scheme, the police — all form part of the same legal abyss.
◾ Survivors cannot access the courts, let alone for trafficking
◾ Harrods’ “redress” is run by the institution itself
◾ The Met refuses to name the crimes as trafficking
When power is untouchable: the legal abyss facing Harrods survivors
Survivors of abuse connected to Mohamed Al Fayed’s Harrods empire are discovering what “no one is above the law” really means
sussexbylines.co.uk
November 9, 2025 at 9:41 AM
🔥 Harrods: What do the survivors do now??
The courts, the redress scheme, the police — all form part of the same legal abyss.
◾ Survivors cannot access the courts, let alone for trafficking
◾ Harrods’ “redress” is run by the institution itself
◾ The Met refuses to name the crimes as trafficking
The courts, the redress scheme, the police — all form part of the same legal abyss.
◾ Survivors cannot access the courts, let alone for trafficking
◾ Harrods’ “redress” is run by the institution itself
◾ The Met refuses to name the crimes as trafficking
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"Is there a more feckless, spineless opposition party anywhere in the democratic world? Why do Democrats insist on repeatedly snatching defeat from the jaws of victory?"
Me for Zeteo's First Draft this morning on the Democratic surrender in the Senate:
Me for Zeteo's First Draft this morning on the Democratic surrender in the Senate:
🏳️ BREAKING: Democrats Surrender. Again
Mehdi's Monday morning update on the senators voting to reopen the government without a guarantee on heathcare; the BBC rolling over for Donald Trump; and Kathy Hochul's clash with Zohran Mamdani.
zeteo.com
November 10, 2025 at 1:01 PM
"Is there a more feckless, spineless opposition party anywhere in the democratic world? Why do Democrats insist on repeatedly snatching defeat from the jaws of victory?"
Me for Zeteo's First Draft this morning on the Democratic surrender in the Senate:
Me for Zeteo's First Draft this morning on the Democratic surrender in the Senate:
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Dems. Snatching defeat from the jaws of victory
November 10, 2025 at 2:12 PM
Dems. Snatching defeat from the jaws of victory
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Headline from a serious and long working paper on the economic impact of Brexit. Possible that this has been feeding into OBR and HMT discussions?
November 10, 2025 at 9:33 AM
Headline from a serious and long working paper on the economic impact of Brexit. Possible that this has been feeding into OBR and HMT discussions?
Absolutely this.
Maybe Keir should demand the heads of major US news networks any time they imply Britain is on the brink of civil war or that we live under sharia law. Or does it not work both ways?
November 10, 2025 at 2:04 PM
Absolutely this.
White House gloats over the resignations of Tim Davie and Deborah Turness, posting a meme on social media implying Trump’s influence toppled the BBC executives
The Guardian: The BBC is facing a coordinated, politically motivated attack.
The Guardian: The BBC is facing a coordinated, politically motivated attack.
Daily Telegraph Disinformation Check
This blog challenges statements made by The Daily Telegraph by quoting other sources and giving our own editorial view.
westenglandbylines.co.uk
November 10, 2025 at 10:35 AM
White House gloats over the resignations of Tim Davie and Deborah Turness, posting a meme on social media implying Trump’s influence toppled the BBC executives
The Guardian: The BBC is facing a coordinated, politically motivated attack.
The Guardian: The BBC is facing a coordinated, politically motivated attack.
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In recent weeks we've been quietly working away at the Bylines Network to bring you a major story about the abuse of women working at Harrods, which may go much further than originally thought. In this first instalment, a survivor speaks out. #MeToo #HarrodsScandal
When power is untouchable: the legal abyss facing Harrods survivors
Survivors of abuse connected to Mohamed Al Fayed’s Harrods empire are discovering what “no one is above the law” really means
sussexbylines.co.uk
November 9, 2025 at 11:25 AM
In recent weeks we've been quietly working away at the Bylines Network to bring you a major story about the abuse of women working at Harrods, which may go much further than originally thought. In this first instalment, a survivor speaks out. #MeToo #HarrodsScandal
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"It is estimated that more than 400 women and girls were abused and exploited within Mohamed Al Fayed’s Harrods enterprise. I am one of them."
This is a survivor's account of the structural failure of British justice when confronted with money and power. A must read ⤵️
This is a survivor's account of the structural failure of British justice when confronted with money and power. A must read ⤵️
When power is untouchable: the legal abyss facing Harrods survivors
Survivors of abuse connected to Mohamed Al Fayed’s Harrods empire are discovering what “no one is above the law” really means
sussexbylines.co.uk
November 9, 2025 at 4:20 PM
"It is estimated that more than 400 women and girls were abused and exploited within Mohamed Al Fayed’s Harrods enterprise. I am one of them."
This is a survivor's account of the structural failure of British justice when confronted with money and power. A must read ⤵️
This is a survivor's account of the structural failure of British justice when confronted with money and power. A must read ⤵️
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The Memphis Belle, flying out of RAF Bassingbourn in Cambridgeshire, became the first US bomber to complete 25 missions over Nazi Europe. Her story lives on in Norwich’s Heritage Week exhibition.
eastangliabylines.co.uk/lifestyle/hi...
eastangliabylines.co.uk/lifestyle/hi...
A special relationship: Norwich remembers the ‘friendly invasion’
Recently, Norwich Heritage Week hosted an exhibition remembering the role of US personnel in the region during WW2, and the iconic ‘Memphis Belle’
eastangliabylines.co.uk
November 10, 2025 at 7:17 AM
The Memphis Belle, flying out of RAF Bassingbourn in Cambridgeshire, became the first US bomber to complete 25 missions over Nazi Europe. Her story lives on in Norwich’s Heritage Week exhibition.
eastangliabylines.co.uk/lifestyle/hi...
eastangliabylines.co.uk/lifestyle/hi...
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It appears that there has been a lot of sex trafficking w/ impunity by a lot of wealthy, powerful men. Is this part of the motivation of some to become wealthy & powerful? To abuse women & girls (& sometimes boys) at will?
🔥 Harrods: What do the survivors do now??
The courts, the redress scheme, the police — all form part of the same legal abyss.
◾ Survivors cannot access the courts, let alone for trafficking
◾ Harrods’ “redress” is run by the institution itself
◾ The Met refuses to name the crimes as trafficking
The courts, the redress scheme, the police — all form part of the same legal abyss.
◾ Survivors cannot access the courts, let alone for trafficking
◾ Harrods’ “redress” is run by the institution itself
◾ The Met refuses to name the crimes as trafficking
When power is untouchable: the legal abyss facing Harrods survivors
Survivors of abuse connected to Mohamed Al Fayed’s Harrods empire are discovering what “no one is above the law” really means
sussexbylines.co.uk
November 10, 2025 at 7:53 AM
It appears that there has been a lot of sex trafficking w/ impunity by a lot of wealthy, powerful men. Is this part of the motivation of some to become wealthy & powerful? To abuse women & girls (& sometimes boys) at will?
Reposted by Mike Galsworthy
British ambassador leads moving tribute at Royal British Legion Poppy Appeal launch in Belgium, remembering fallen soldiers ahead of Remembrance Day
By Martin Banks
@yorkshirebylines.co.uk
By Martin Banks
@yorkshirebylines.co.uk
Belgium honours war dead at Poppy Appeal launch event
British ambassador leads moving tribute at Royal British Legion Poppy Appeal launch in Belgium, remembering fallen soldiers ahead of Remembrance Day.
yorkshirebylines.co.uk
November 9, 2025 at 9:48 PM
British ambassador leads moving tribute at Royal British Legion Poppy Appeal launch in Belgium, remembering fallen soldiers ahead of Remembrance Day
By Martin Banks
@yorkshirebylines.co.uk
By Martin Banks
@yorkshirebylines.co.uk