Green Tom Franklin
@tomnfranklin.bsky.social
Climate and peace activist. One conviction for trying to close an Elbit weapons factory
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Labour’s “we have to do it, or racism will get worse” argument is striking. Any other public policy failures British ethnic minorities should be on the hook for? Can we be blamed en bloc for Rachel Reeves’ budget next week too? www.ft.com/content/37b0...
Defence of Labour asylum policy reveals backsliding on racism
Home secretary’s framing of failures is partly low politics, but also a result of ministers’ poor approach to race relations
www.ft.com
November 18, 2025 at 10:08 AM
Labour’s “we have to do it, or racism will get worse” argument is striking. Any other public policy failures British ethnic minorities should be on the hook for? Can we be blamed en bloc for Rachel Reeves’ budget next week too? www.ft.com/content/37b0...
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York #Greens are proud of #York's history of supporting #asylumseekers + #refugees. We support @greenparty.org.uk leaders @zackpolanski.bsky.social, @mothinali.bsky.social + @carladenyer.bsky.social in standing for a compassionate asylum system. York City of Sanctuary share.google/jXBl0MXh8DRN...
Sanctuary - York City of Sanctuary
The York City of Sanctuary became officially recognised as part of the National group of Cities of Sanctuary on 1st October 2016. Thank you all for your support over the years. Why a City of Sanctuary...
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November 17, 2025 at 11:03 PM
York #Greens are proud of #York's history of supporting #asylumseekers + #refugees. We support @greenparty.org.uk leaders @zackpolanski.bsky.social, @mothinali.bsky.social + @carladenyer.bsky.social in standing for a compassionate asylum system. York City of Sanctuary share.google/jXBl0MXh8DRN...
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I’m down in Hastings this Tuesday to speak about #blacklisting & #spycops at the Trades Council AGM
Tues 18 Nov (7pm)
Isabel Blackman Centre
Winding St
#Hastings
All #union members & allies welcome (@DaveBlacklist)
Tues 18 Nov (7pm)
Isabel Blackman Centre
Winding St
#Hastings
All #union members & allies welcome (@DaveBlacklist)
November 16, 2025 at 10:37 PM
I’m down in Hastings this Tuesday to speak about #blacklisting & #spycops at the Trades Council AGM
Tues 18 Nov (7pm)
Isabel Blackman Centre
Winding St
#Hastings
All #union members & allies welcome (@DaveBlacklist)
Tues 18 Nov (7pm)
Isabel Blackman Centre
Winding St
#Hastings
All #union members & allies welcome (@DaveBlacklist)
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1500 people have been arrested under terrorism laws in the UK- for protesting peacefully against the banning of Palestine Action. The UK’s chief prosecutors must now decide whether to prosecute them. We need to urge them not to. Add your name to the letter. www.amnesty.org.uk/actions/end-...
End the Prosecution of Peaceful Protestors in the UK
1500+ people have been arrested under terrorism laws in the UK- for protesting peacefully against the banning of Palestine Action. The UK’s chief prosecutors must now decide whether to prosecute them....
www.amnesty.org.uk
October 3, 2025 at 2:30 PM
1500 people have been arrested under terrorism laws in the UK- for protesting peacefully against the banning of Palestine Action. The UK’s chief prosecutors must now decide whether to prosecute them. We need to urge them not to. Add your name to the letter. www.amnesty.org.uk/actions/end-...
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At 78 years old, Susan Sarandon is still standing up for justice. My respect for her continues to grow with every move she makes. The embodiment of courage ❤️
August 31, 2025 at 6:24 PM
At 78 years old, Susan Sarandon is still standing up for justice. My respect for her continues to grow with every move she makes. The embodiment of courage ❤️
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Elon Musk casually, and illegally, dismantled USAID. According to a new study in the Lancet, that action will lead to *14 million* premature deaths between 2025 and 2030.
Again: Elon Musk is directly responsible for 14 million coming deaths. 4.5 million will be children.
Again: Elon Musk is directly responsible for 14 million coming deaths. 4.5 million will be children.
Evaluating the impact of two decades of USAID interventions and projecting the effects of defunding on mortality up to 2030: a retrospective impact evaluation and forecasting analysis
USAID funding has significantly contributed to the reduction in adult and child mortality
across low-income and middle-income countries over the past two decades. Our estimates
show that, unless the a...
www.thelancet.com
July 2, 2025 at 8:00 PM
Elon Musk casually, and illegally, dismantled USAID. According to a new study in the Lancet, that action will lead to *14 million* premature deaths between 2025 and 2030.
Again: Elon Musk is directly responsible for 14 million coming deaths. 4.5 million will be children.
Again: Elon Musk is directly responsible for 14 million coming deaths. 4.5 million will be children.
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As the US & UK say Iran must never acquire a nuclear weapon, Israel is awaiting the delivery later this year of its German-built sixth submarine, set to carry nuclear arms.
UK ministers have authorised dozens of exports of components for Israeli subs.
www.declassifieduk.org/britain-is-a...
UK ministers have authorised dozens of exports of components for Israeli subs.
www.declassifieduk.org/britain-is-a...
Britain is aiding Israel’s nuclear force
UK companies have sold £9m worth of technology for Israel’s submarines, which are believed to house nuclear weapons.
www.declassifieduk.org
June 22, 2025 at 8:04 AM
As the US & UK say Iran must never acquire a nuclear weapon, Israel is awaiting the delivery later this year of its German-built sixth submarine, set to carry nuclear arms.
UK ministers have authorised dozens of exports of components for Israeli subs.
www.declassifieduk.org/britain-is-a...
UK ministers have authorised dozens of exports of components for Israeli subs.
www.declassifieduk.org/britain-is-a...
The Lemkin Institute calling out the G7 as #Genocide facilitators and supporters
www.lemkininstitute.com/statements-n...
www.lemkininstitute.com/statements-n...
Statement on the G7 Statement Related to Israel’s War of Aggression against Iran
June 18, 2025
The Lemkin Institute for Genocide Prevention and Human Security believes that the G7 leaders have demonstrated unforgivable, willful ignorance about the crime of genocide and the proper...
www.lemkininstitute.com
June 19, 2025 at 9:58 PM
The Lemkin Institute calling out the G7 as #Genocide facilitators and supporters
www.lemkininstitute.com/statements-n...
www.lemkininstitute.com/statements-n...
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BBC coverage of Israel's war on Gaza 'systematically biased against Palestinians'
www.middleeasteye.net/news/bbc-cov...
www.middleeasteye.net/news/bbc-cov...
BBC coverage of Israel's war on Gaza 'systematically biased against Palestinians'
New report from Centre for Media Monitoring finds widespread bias, as Alastair Campbell says 'those who shout loudest' shape agenda
www.middleeasteye.net
June 17, 2025 at 12:02 PM
BBC coverage of Israel's war on Gaza 'systematically biased against Palestinians'
www.middleeasteye.net/news/bbc-cov...
www.middleeasteye.net/news/bbc-cov...
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Met Police putting Israeli apartheid tanks on our streets is just part of its complicity with war crimes
In total, the Met Police has ordered 18 SandCats, which Israeli occupation forces have long tested on Palestinians.
So yes, the Met Police is funding genocide.
www.thecanary.co/global/world...
In total, the Met Police has ordered 18 SandCats, which Israeli occupation forces have long tested on Palestinians.
So yes, the Met Police is funding genocide.
www.thecanary.co/global/world...
Met Police putting Israeli apartheid tanks on our streets is just part of its complicity with war crimes
In total, the Met Police has ordered 18 SandCats, which Israeli occupation forces have long tested on Palestinians
www.thecanary.co
June 11, 2025 at 8:00 PM
Met Police putting Israeli apartheid tanks on our streets is just part of its complicity with war crimes
In total, the Met Police has ordered 18 SandCats, which Israeli occupation forces have long tested on Palestinians.
So yes, the Met Police is funding genocide.
www.thecanary.co/global/world...
In total, the Met Police has ordered 18 SandCats, which Israeli occupation forces have long tested on Palestinians.
So yes, the Met Police is funding genocide.
www.thecanary.co/global/world...
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Looking at the more recent past, departmental spending growth under Rachel Reeves will be lower than when Rishi Sunak was chancellor. 2/2
June 11, 2025 at 5:22 PM
Looking at the more recent past, departmental spending growth under Rachel Reeves will be lower than when Rishi Sunak was chancellor. 2/2
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This may not be an austerity #SpendingReview, but it certainly isn't the start of a decade of renewal.
Departmental spending will be increasing at its lowest rate since the 2015 spending review from George Osbourne. 1/2
Departmental spending will be increasing at its lowest rate since the 2015 spending review from George Osbourne. 1/2
June 11, 2025 at 5:22 PM
This may not be an austerity #SpendingReview, but it certainly isn't the start of a decade of renewal.
Departmental spending will be increasing at its lowest rate since the 2015 spending review from George Osbourne. 1/2
Departmental spending will be increasing at its lowest rate since the 2015 spending review from George Osbourne. 1/2
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June 10, 2025 at 7:30 AM
Give blood. Its easy, saves lives and they give you a biscuit. Book an appointment NOW ring 03001232323 or at www.blood.co.uk
What's not to like?
Study on London 20 mph limits shows:
- collisions ⬇️ 35%
- casualties ⬇️ 36%
- fatal/serious injuries ⬇️ 34%
- child casualties ⬇️ 46%
- child deaths ⬇️ 75%
- walkers, cyclists, motorcyclists killed/seriously injured ⬇️ 28%
etsc.eu/20mph-limits...
- collisions ⬇️ 35%
- casualties ⬇️ 36%
- fatal/serious injuries ⬇️ 34%
- child casualties ⬇️ 46%
- child deaths ⬇️ 75%
- walkers, cyclists, motorcyclists killed/seriously injured ⬇️ 28%
etsc.eu/20mph-limits...
20mph limits in London linked to sharp fall in road injuries and deaths, new report finds
A new study published by Transport for London (TfL) has shown that the introduction of 20mph speed limits and zones on local authority-managed roads in London between 1989 and 2013 led to significant…
etsc.eu
June 8, 2025 at 8:05 AM
What's not to like?
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I've shared this quote before but I'll share it again, as it's one I've been thinking about a lot as I've watched how our oligarchs have been behaving over the past few months.
December 27, 2024 at 11:07 PM
I've shared this quote before but I'll share it again, as it's one I've been thinking about a lot as I've watched how our oligarchs have been behaving over the past few months.
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A 63-Year-Old Medical Worker Spent Three Months as a Human Shield for Israeli Brigades in Gaza
www.dropsitenews.com/p/palestinia...
www.dropsitenews.com/p/palestinia...
A 63-Year-Old Medical Worker Spent Three Months as a Human Shield for Israeli Brigades in Gaza
“They dressed me in military uniform, and asked me to search in homes for explosives.”
www.dropsitenews.com
June 5, 2025 at 5:51 PM
A 63-Year-Old Medical Worker Spent Three Months as a Human Shield for Israeli Brigades in Gaza
www.dropsitenews.com/p/palestinia...
www.dropsitenews.com/p/palestinia...
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Advice for trans families facing referrals to social services
NHS England is misusing health data to encourage social services to investigate families caring for trans kids.
This misconduct is driven by ideologues in the NHS who, as Kemi Badenoch stated, were handpicked for their anti-trans views.
NHS England is misusing health data to encourage social services to investigate families caring for trans kids.
This misconduct is driven by ideologues in the NHS who, as Kemi Badenoch stated, were handpicked for their anti-trans views.
Advice for trans families facing referrals to social services
NHS England is misusing health data to encourage social services to investigate families caring for trans kids. We’ve commissioned legal advice for families in the firing line.
goodlawproject.org
June 5, 2025 at 12:43 AM
Advice for trans families facing referrals to social services
NHS England is misusing health data to encourage social services to investigate families caring for trans kids.
This misconduct is driven by ideologues in the NHS who, as Kemi Badenoch stated, were handpicked for their anti-trans views.
NHS England is misusing health data to encourage social services to investigate families caring for trans kids.
This misconduct is driven by ideologues in the NHS who, as Kemi Badenoch stated, were handpicked for their anti-trans views.
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The bill removes protections for SSSIs under Section 28. It's written in the bill. It couldn't be clearer.
June 3, 2025 at 9:04 PM
The bill removes protections for SSSIs under Section 28. It's written in the bill. It couldn't be clearer.
Just think how many more jobs the same money spent on home insulation would fund.
It's not job creation. It's an insult
It's not job creation. It's an insult
Labour's plan for the economy - build more arms factories and see "defence as an engine for economic growth".
Yes, really.
www.gov.uk/government/n...
Yes, really.
www.gov.uk/government/n...
New munitions factories and long-range weapons to back nearly 2000 jobs under Strategic Defence Review
Procurement of up to 7,000 UK-built long-range weapons and £1.5 billion to build at least six munitions and energetics factories.
www.gov.uk
June 2, 2025 at 6:47 AM
Just think how many more jobs the same money spent on home insulation would fund.
It's not job creation. It's an insult
It's not job creation. It's an insult
