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Richard Sedgley
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Green Party supporter based in Cornwall, UK. Likes: culture, history, languages, politics, sport, theology. For: a more equal, inclusive, humane and sustainable society. My views. 🍉🌻
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"Liberty is the equal right and heritage of every child of man, without distinction of race, colour or sex." - Emily Hobhouse, 1913
Caroline Lucas and George Monbiot to speak at events in Scotland

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Caroline Lucas and George Monbiot to speak at events in Scotland
SPEAKERS including the Green Party’s first MP and one of the UK’s foremost left-wing journalists have been announced for an upcoming festival in…
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February 16, 2026 at 9:39 AM
Kernow Reuse shops save 500 tonnes of waste in Cornwall

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Kernow Reuse shops save 500 tonnes of waste in Cornwall
Cornwall Council says the shops have sold about 100,000 pre-used items over the last 18 months.
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February 16, 2026 at 9:08 AM
Fairness could determine whether climate plans succeed or collapse

"A new study warns that when these scenarios overlook equity and justice, even technically sound climate plans can struggle to gain political support."

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Fairness could determine whether climate plans succeed or collapse
Climate scenarios must include fairness and equity to create realistic emissions pathways and support global cooperation.
www.earth.com
February 15, 2026 at 10:43 PM
Eni Aluko doesn't deserve harsh pile-on - but Laura Woods has nailed pundit debate

The men's game has changed for the better... to "gate-keep" the women's game would be the wrong step - but Eni Aluko does not deserve the criticism coming her way

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Eni Aluko doesn't deserve harsh pile-on but Laura Woods has nailed pundit debate
The men's game has changed for the better... to "gate-keep" the women's game would be the wrong step - but Eni Aluko does not deserve the criticism coming her way
www.mirror.co.uk
February 15, 2026 at 9:47 PM
Zack Polanski warns of "Starmer’s surveillance state" after Palestine Action win

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Zack Polanski warns of ‘Starmer’s surveillance state’ after Palestine Action win
ZACK Polanski has urged the UK Government to move away from “Starmer’s surveillance state” following Palestine Action’s court win.
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February 15, 2026 at 9:38 PM
Analysis: Bias affects how the world is seen

This applies to both theologians and scientists, writes Andrew Davison

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Analysis: Bias affects how the world is seen
This applies to both theologians and scientists, writes Andrew Davison
www.churchtimes.co.uk
February 15, 2026 at 9:36 PM
If you want to know what Reform would be like in power, look at how it threatened Bangor University | Gaby Hinsliff

A debating society didn’t want to invite two figures connected to the party to speak. Cue an authoritarian response

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If you want to know what Reform would be like in power, look at how it threatened Bangor University | Gaby Hinsliff
A debating society didn’t want to invite two figures connected to the party to speak. Cue an authoritarian response, says Guardian columnist Gaby Hinsliff
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February 15, 2026 at 9:34 PM
The super-rich have won at life – so why are they always complaining?

The state of the world has made the likes of Jim Ratcliffe wealthy beyond comprehension - so what is he moaning about?

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The super-rich have won at life - so why are they always complaining?
The people with wealth many of us can barely comprehend seem to always be the voices complaining the loudest.
www.thelondoneconomic.com
February 15, 2026 at 7:57 PM
"Climate breakdown" warning over polluted rivers and flooding

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'Climate breakdown' warning over polluted rivers and flooding
From filthy rivers to flooding, Wales faces
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February 15, 2026 at 5:13 PM
Billionaires are hating on Spain’s prime minister: He must be doing something right

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Billionaires are hating on Spain’s prime minister: He must be doing something right
Billionaires such as Elon Musk are hating on Spain’s prime minister, Pedro Sánchez. He must be doing something right.
www.thelondoneconomic.com
February 15, 2026 at 3:19 PM
Scenic Cornish river to be protected clean wild swimming hot spot

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Scenic Cornish river to be protected clean wild swimming hot spot
It's among 13 new sites proposed across the UK
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February 15, 2026 at 1:32 PM
"Constant rain has made farming more difficult and expensive"

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'Constant rain has made farming more difficult and expensive'
Nottinghamshire-based Jon Hammond says they have had to be careful when working out where to put crops.
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February 15, 2026 at 12:56 PM
Labour face tough fight in Gorton and Denton by-election

#VoteGreen 💚

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Labour face tough fight in Gorton and Denton by-election
Labour is in a tough fight with Reform UK and the Greens in previously safe seat Gorton and Denton.
www.bbc.co.uk
February 15, 2026 at 12:15 PM
Small Prophets review: Mackenzie Crook's latest is a magical, comical delight that will bring joy to your life

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Small Prophets review: Mackenzie Crook's latest is a magical, comical delight that will bring joy to your life
Tucked away in the recesses of my TIVO box are all the episodes of Mackenzie Crook's wonderfully low-key archaeology comedy Detectorists.
www.thestar.co.uk
February 15, 2026 at 10:12 AM
Solar panels upgrade transforms council nursery in Leeds

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Solar panels upgrade transforms council nursery in Leeds
Councillor says 6,500 sq ft of rooftop solar panels at The Atrium in Leeds will slash bills.
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February 15, 2026 at 8:55 AM
"Carnage of concern and upset": Women’s Institute groups close after transgender ban

Members warn NFWI decision has opened up toxic culture that deters younger women from joining

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‘Carnage of concern and upset’: Women’s Institute groups close after transgender ban
Members warn NFWI decision has opened up toxic culture that deters younger women from joining
www.theguardian.com
February 14, 2026 at 11:02 PM
All men have a responsibility to challenge misogyny | Letter

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All men have a responsibility to challenge misogyny | Letter
Letter: Sarah Mulholland applauds King Charles’s response to the Epstein files and calls on men to take action
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February 14, 2026 at 10:36 PM
New archbishop of Westminster urges greater understanding of struggles of "the vulnerable"

At his official installation, Archbishop Richard Moth recognised the Catholic church’s failures but insists it’s a time of "opportunity"

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New archbishop of Westminster urges greater understanding of struggles of ‘the vulnerable’
At his official installation, Archbishop Richard Moth recognised the Catholic church’s failures but insists it’s a time of ‘opportunity’
www.theguardian.com
February 14, 2026 at 10:29 PM
Larry the Cat to celebrate 15 years as Downing Street’s chief mouser

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February 14, 2026 at 9:30 PM
Green Party candidate Hannah Spencer promises “a different way of doing politics” in Gorton and Denton

#VoteGreen 💚

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Green Party candidate Hannah Spencer promises “a different way of doing politics” in Gorton and Denton
The Green Party of England and Wales confirmed Hannah Spencer as its candidate for the Gorton and Denton by-election on 26 February, following a vote of local members.
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February 14, 2026 at 8:23 PM
UK to ban political party donations from foreign donors

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UK to ban political party donations from foreign donors
Campaigners have welcomed the bill, but say that there also needs to be a cap on donations to political parties
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February 14, 2026 at 5:21 PM
Ban on Palestine Action "massively backfired", says group’s co-founder

Huda Ammori calls for proscription to be lifted after high court finds it to be very serious interference with protest rights

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Ban on Palestine Action ‘massively backfired’, says group’s co-founder
Huda Ammori calls for proscription to be lifted after high court finds it to be very serious interference with protest rights
www.theguardian.com
February 14, 2026 at 5:07 PM
Tony Blair’s oil lobbying is a misleading rehash of fossil fuel industry spin

Ex-PM’s thinktank urges more drilling and fewer renewables, ignoring evidence that clean energy is cheaper and better for bills

www.theguardian.com/business/202...
Tony Blair’s oil lobbying is a misleading rehash of fossil fuel industry spin
Ex-PM’s thinktank urges more drilling and fewer renewables, ignoring evidence that clean energy is cheaper and better for bills
www.theguardian.com
February 14, 2026 at 5:05 PM
Portugal defies Europe’s rightward drift as socialist António José Seguro wins presidency

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Portugal defies Europe’s rightward drift as socialist António José Seguro wins presidency
Seguro’s victory was widely interpreted as a rebuke to the far right and a reaffirmation of Portugal’s democratic and constitutional traditions.
leftfootforward.org
February 14, 2026 at 4:57 PM