Patricia S Paton 🏴🇧🇷
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Former bench scientist and lecturer.
BSc. Biochemistry & Immunology, MSc. Cellular and Molecular Biology, PhD. Immunology.
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Former bench scientist and lecturer.
BSc. Biochemistry & Immunology, MSc. Cellular and Molecular Biology, PhD. Immunology.
No DMs please
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A series based on the ephemerality of life from knowledge eagerness to a possible self-destruction.
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"... a £50mn to a London-based company ..." why??!!
A must read.
A must read.
Land isn't just about wealth and justice, it's about power. Scotland is cut off from its own land resources and hence is poorer as a nation | Robin McAlpine
@thecommonweal.bsky.social
@thecommonweal.bsky.social
Land is power – Scotland’s people have none
Land isn't just about wealth and justice, it's about power. Scotland is cut off from its own land resources and hence is poorer as a nation
bylines.scot
November 13, 2025 at 5:06 PM
"... a £50mn to a London-based company ..." why??!!
A must read.
A must read.
This is a must read. How British justice system fails victims from those with power and money.
“In such circumstances, accountability can become politically inconvenient.”
Via @sussexbylines.co.uk
“In such circumstances, accountability can become politically inconvenient.”
Via @sussexbylines.co.uk
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 8:09 PM
This is a must read. How British justice system fails victims from those with power and money.
“In such circumstances, accountability can become politically inconvenient.”
Via @sussexbylines.co.uk
“In such circumstances, accountability can become politically inconvenient.”
Via @sussexbylines.co.uk
Very good questions asked to a young politician in this interview
18-year-old Josh Fyvie, recently elected Councillor to Stirling District Council, talked to Martin Roche on the 7 November | Bylines Scotland
@cluthaman.bsky.social
@ronniebarbout.bsky.social
@cluthaman.bsky.social
@ronniebarbout.bsky.social
Josh Fyvie, Stirling District Councillor, talks to Martin Roche
18-year-old Josh Fyvie, recently elected Councillor to Stirling District Council, talked to Martin Roche on the 7 November
bylines.scot
November 8, 2025 at 7:40 PM
Very good questions asked to a young politician in this interview
Worthwhile listening to it!
An exclusive interview with Martin Roche from Bylines Scotland and European politician Guy Verhofstadt
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An exclusive radio interview with former Belgium PM Guy Verhofstadt
An exclusive interview with Martin Roche from Bylines Scotland and European politician Guy Verhofstadt
bylines.scot
November 4, 2025 at 5:42 PM
Worthwhile listening to it!
“…an initial six-figure sum to cover his move from Royal Lodge in Windsor to private accommodation in Sandringham, Norfolk.”
My simple question is: why not take him to court as a ‘commoner’ then??
My simple question is: why not take him to court as a ‘commoner’ then??
Andrew in line for six-figure payout and annual stipend from king, sources say — The Guardian
The former prince remains under scrutiny as Buckingham Palace finalises plans for his future as a commoner
apple.news
November 1, 2025 at 9:35 AM
“…an initial six-figure sum to cover his move from Royal Lodge in Windsor to private accommodation in Sandringham, Norfolk.”
My simple question is: why not take him to court as a ‘commoner’ then??
My simple question is: why not take him to court as a ‘commoner’ then??
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Press release: The answer to Scotland’s housing emergency is in homegrown homes | Bylines Scotland
Makar launches an affordable timber home for a greener Scotland - Bylines Scotland
Press release: The answer to Scotland’s housing emergency is in homegrown homes
bylines.scot
October 31, 2025 at 7:25 PM
Press release: The answer to Scotland’s housing emergency is in homegrown homes | Bylines Scotland
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Listen to what Prof. John Curtice discussed with @ronniebarbour.bsky.social about the latest political polling and what it means to us in Scotland.
Bylines Scotland Radio – Professor John Curtice
Ronnie Barbour and Professor John Curtice discuss the latest political polling and what it means for Scotland ahead of the Holyrood Elections in May 2026
bylines.scot
October 31, 2025 at 10:02 AM
Listen to what Prof. John Curtice discussed with @ronniebarbour.bsky.social about the latest political polling and what it means to us in Scotland.
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The recent Caerphilly by-election result mirrors that of the 2015 general election results in Scotland | James Jobson
Is Wales following in Scotland’s footsteps?
The recent Caerphilly by-election result mirrors that of the 2015 general election results in Scotland
bylines.scot
October 30, 2025 at 4:37 PM
The recent Caerphilly by-election result mirrors that of the 2015 general election results in Scotland | James Jobson
Have you listened to The Talk of the Global Steamie with @ronniebarbour.bsky.social and @cluthaman.bsky.social? You should!
The Talk of The Global Steamie with Martin Roche and Ronnie Barbour
"Why are we scared of the future"
bylines.scot
October 30, 2025 at 3:54 PM
Have you listened to The Talk of the Global Steamie with @ronniebarbour.bsky.social and @cluthaman.bsky.social? You should!
Such an interesting story!
A story of a bygone era but also of an entrepreneur with a strong moral compass, compassion and generosity | Joanna Krahe
@jolk.bsky.social
@jolk.bsky.social
Andrew Ewing founder of the once famed Buttercup Dairy Co.
A story of a bygone era but also of an entrepreneur with a strong moral compass, compassion and generosity
bylines.scot
October 25, 2025 at 7:29 AM
Such an interesting story!
I’ve just watched a party political broadcast by Scottish Labour. 90% slagging the actual government for what we are experiencing now and for the lack of ideas. I’d love to listen to your ideas @scottishlabour.bsky.social ! Would you mind sending me also your manifesto please? Thank you!
October 1, 2025 at 5:31 PM
I’ve just watched a party political broadcast by Scottish Labour. 90% slagging the actual government for what we are experiencing now and for the lack of ideas. I’d love to listen to your ideas @scottishlabour.bsky.social ! Would you mind sending me also your manifesto please? Thank you!
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Reform’s Russia connections may endanger our security – time for a public inquiry | Martin Roche
Nathan Gill’s treachery puts him in same league as the “Cambridge Five”
Reform’s Russia connections may endanger our security – time for a public inquiry
bylines.scot
September 30, 2025 at 6:33 AM
Reform’s Russia connections may endanger our security – time for a public inquiry | Martin Roche
Excellent read from top to bottom.
“Race replacement theory is obnoxious but is also based on profound ignorance. Our history is one of constant shifting tides of humanity to our own islands […]”
“Race replacement theory is obnoxious but is also based on profound ignorance. Our history is one of constant shifting tides of humanity to our own islands […]”
How immigration defined America – and still defines the UK
Immigrants built America – Alice Mitchell’s The Golden Door reminds us why their resilience offers hope against today’s rising fear and bigotry
yorkshirebylines.co.uk
September 30, 2025 at 7:04 AM
Excellent read from top to bottom.
“Race replacement theory is obnoxious but is also based on profound ignorance. Our history is one of constant shifting tides of humanity to our own islands […]”
“Race replacement theory is obnoxious but is also based on profound ignorance. Our history is one of constant shifting tides of humanity to our own islands […]”
A must read from @rfhaviland.bsky.social
“We need to be clear-sighted. What we see happening now in the US is what Farage would like to see happening in the UK.”
“We need to be clear-sighted. What we see happening now in the US is what Farage would like to see happening in the UK.”
Whatever his other attributes, Keir Starmer is not the right man to take the fight to Nigel Farage's far right | Richard Haviland
Wanted: a prime minister who can stand up to the far right
Whatever his other attributes, Keir Starmer is not the right man to take the fight to Nigel Farage's far right
bylines.scot
September 27, 2025 at 5:05 PM
A must read from @rfhaviland.bsky.social
“We need to be clear-sighted. What we see happening now in the US is what Farage would like to see happening in the UK.”
“We need to be clear-sighted. What we see happening now in the US is what Farage would like to see happening in the UK.”
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Having been forced to move too soon after her surgery, Mona is still in horrible pain, and urgently needs professional treatment. Donations are low and her parents are already struggling to provide enough food. Can you help? gofund.me/2f942387 @mommunism.bsky.social @lexialex.bsky.social #SkyAid 🍉
Donate to URGENT : Save my children from the genocide in Gaza, organized by Majd Shamala
Hi, my name is Qossay, I am a Belgian citizen living in Antwerp. I am… Majd Shamala needs your support for URGENT : Save my children from the genocide in Gaza
gofund.me
September 27, 2025 at 4:42 PM
Having been forced to move too soon after her surgery, Mona is still in horrible pain, and urgently needs professional treatment. Donations are low and her parents are already struggling to provide enough food. Can you help? gofund.me/2f942387 @mommunism.bsky.social @lexialex.bsky.social #SkyAid 🍉
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The fragile cost of being open to life | Susana W. Dawn
Broken Glass
The fragile cost of being open to life
bylines.scot
September 27, 2025 at 6:57 AM
The fragile cost of being open to life | Susana W. Dawn
For those interested in Long Covid, this might be worthwhile to attend. The event will be online
Long Covid: Current Realities, Future Directions | Upcoming events | Events | Think Tank | European Parliament
www.europarl.europa.eu
September 22, 2025 at 12:42 PM
For those interested in Long Covid, this might be worthwhile to attend. The event will be online
An important thought! A wake up call!!
“…One possible scenario outlined was […] Reform win at a canter in England, & Farage becomes Prime Minister. What possible legitimacy would such a government have to impose its agenda north? And what would that mean for devolution?”
@lochansmill.bsky.social
@lesleyriddoch.bsky.social
@lochansmill.bsky.social
@lesleyriddoch.bsky.social
Home truths, where is Scotland after 26 years of devolution?
With the Holyrood election approaching fast, Scotland’s political presence and future is examined at the Kirkcudbright Festival
bylines.scot
September 19, 2025 at 7:54 PM
An important thought! A wake up call!!
#bbcqt “What can Trump teach the UK about immigration?”
Seriously?! Can Trump teach us anything?! Why Trump special? Is the UK being severely undermined?
Seriously?! Can Trump teach us anything?! Why Trump special? Is the UK being severely undermined?
September 18, 2025 at 10:05 PM
#bbcqt “What can Trump teach the UK about immigration?”
Seriously?! Can Trump teach us anything?! Why Trump special? Is the UK being severely undermined?
Seriously?! Can Trump teach us anything?! Why Trump special? Is the UK being severely undermined?
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To which end, I highly commend the moral clarity of this excellent article by @rfhaviland.bsky.social @bylinesnetwork.co.uk bylines.scot/politics/sta...
September 14, 2025 at 1:32 PM
To which end, I highly commend the moral clarity of this excellent article by @rfhaviland.bsky.social @bylinesnetwork.co.uk bylines.scot/politics/sta...
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Bill to keep an eye on for #Biodiversity - signing Britain up to the #HighSeas Treaty.
Second Reading in the Commons on October 16
www.gov.uk/government/n...
Second Reading in the Commons on October 16
www.gov.uk/government/n...
UK introduces landmark legislation to protect world’s ocean
The UK government introduces Biodiversity Beyond National Jurisdiction (BBNJ) legislation to help protect two-thirds of the world’s ocean.
www.gov.uk
September 14, 2025 at 1:37 PM
Bill to keep an eye on for #Biodiversity - signing Britain up to the #HighSeas Treaty.
Second Reading in the Commons on October 16
www.gov.uk/government/n...
Second Reading in the Commons on October 16
www.gov.uk/government/n...
Worthwhile to read in full!
“The problem is that he [Starmer]’s unwilling to challenge Farage – even at his most disgusting and inhumane – on what the latter says about refugees, because he fears that, on that issue, it’s Farage who is seen as the patriot by those voters that Labour most covet.”
“The problem is that he [Starmer]’s unwilling to challenge Farage – even at his most disgusting and inhumane – on what the latter says about refugees, because he fears that, on that issue, it’s Farage who is seen as the patriot by those voters that Labour most covet.”
The Labour leadership is tacitly accepting, and reflecting, Farage’s perverted notion of patriotism | Richard Haviland
Starmer’s moral cowardice on refugees
The Labour leadership is tacitly accepting, and reflecting, Farage’s perverted notion of patriotism
bylines.scot
September 14, 2025 at 7:37 AM
Worthwhile to read in full!
“The problem is that he [Starmer]’s unwilling to challenge Farage – even at his most disgusting and inhumane – on what the latter says about refugees, because he fears that, on that issue, it’s Farage who is seen as the patriot by those voters that Labour most covet.”
“The problem is that he [Starmer]’s unwilling to challenge Farage – even at his most disgusting and inhumane – on what the latter says about refugees, because he fears that, on that issue, it’s Farage who is seen as the patriot by those voters that Labour most covet.”
Perfect analysis!
This week Nigel Farage learned what he must have long suspected: that there is nothing so disgusting that he can’t say it for fear of being challenged by the Prime Minister. THREAD
August 30, 2025 at 7:57 AM
Perfect analysis!
This time I contributed with my own story for My Scotland when I first arrived in 🏴 💙. When things don’t go quite right during a hill walk…
Want to tell yours? Email myscotland@bylines.scot
Want to tell yours? Email myscotland@bylines.scot
My Scotland – your stories, our connections
We would love to hear about your connections to Scotland. We will publish one of your stories every Friday. Please send your stories to myscotland@bylines.scot
bylines.scot
August 30, 2025 at 7:28 AM
This time I contributed with my own story for My Scotland when I first arrived in 🏴 💙. When things don’t go quite right during a hill walk…
Want to tell yours? Email myscotland@bylines.scot
Want to tell yours? Email myscotland@bylines.scot