@dreamingofbeer.bsky.social
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If you haven't got my zine A Place To Be, get yourself a little treat for Christmas! It is also good for doing dramatic readings from when family charades gets boring.
www.pelliclemag.com/shop/a-place...
www.pelliclemag.com/shop/a-place...
A Place To Be — A Zine About Drinking In Liminal Spaces by Katie Mather — Pellicle
A Place To Be is a brand new zine and the first work published in print by Pellicle Magazine. Written and designed by Pellicle’s deputy editor Katie Mather, A Place To Be is a collection of found s...
www.pelliclemag.com
December 18, 2025 at 4:28 PM
If you haven't got my zine A Place To Be, get yourself a little treat for Christmas! It is also good for doing dramatic readings from when family charades gets boring.
www.pelliclemag.com/shop/a-place...
www.pelliclemag.com/shop/a-place...
Energy bills are soaring, the King is making profit at our expense. King Charles says he cares about the environment, so you’d expect him to stand behind cheap, clean power. I’ve signed the petition to demand the Crown Estate lower fees on seabeds and make wind farms more affordable to build.
December 16, 2025 at 6:09 PM
Energy bills are soaring, the King is making profit at our expense. King Charles says he cares about the environment, so you’d expect him to stand behind cheap, clean power. I’ve signed the petition to demand the Crown Estate lower fees on seabeds and make wind farms more affordable to build.
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Related: I once interviewed an ‘author’ who was later found out to have plagiarised their book.
I never ran their interview because of this discovery, but was also quite relieved not to, since their answers were dull as hell and the whole thing was like pulling teeth.
I never ran their interview because of this discovery, but was also quite relieved not to, since their answers were dull as hell and the whole thing was like pulling teeth.
If the writer’s eyes light up when asked, “why did the character do that?” then it’s real.
December 6, 2025 at 9:45 AM
Related: I once interviewed an ‘author’ who was later found out to have plagiarised their book.
I never ran their interview because of this discovery, but was also quite relieved not to, since their answers were dull as hell and the whole thing was like pulling teeth.
I never ran their interview because of this discovery, but was also quite relieved not to, since their answers were dull as hell and the whole thing was like pulling teeth.
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Patreon.com/pelliclemag
Patreon.com/pelliclemag
Don’t check the cricket score. Turn off the TV or radio. Read this instead. Tales of smuggling beyond the iron curtain, mud wrestling Hell’s Angels and Paraguayan thrash metal
www.pelliclemag.com/home/2025/12...
www.pelliclemag.com/home/2025/12...
Under the Bridge — A Definitive History of Wychwood Hobgoblin — Pellicle
My love affair with pubs started in Staines. It’s where I found my tribe—the pub as an expression of individuality, an alternative to bland Britain. But I was afraid at first. In 1996, my British-Asi...
www.pelliclemag.com
December 6, 2025 at 12:31 PM
This article has been widely shared, and rightly so. We’re only able to produce journalism like this because of the support of our subscribers. If you’d like to support our work and contributors you can do so by signing up here:
Patreon.com/pelliclemag
Patreon.com/pelliclemag
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Fuck Labour
December 6, 2025 at 2:01 PM
Fuck Labour
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❌ Illegal
❌ Against X’s own terms of service
❌ Allowed to proliferate on the platform
We shouldn’t have to do their own job for them – but X are sitting back and letting illegal content stay on their platform. We’re challenging that:
https://goodlaw.social/6pw6
❌ Against X’s own terms of service
❌ Allowed to proliferate on the platform
We shouldn’t have to do their own job for them – but X are sitting back and letting illegal content stay on their platform. We’re challenging that:
https://goodlaw.social/6pw6
X is not above the law
goodlaw.social
December 7, 2025 at 8:27 AM
❌ Illegal
❌ Against X’s own terms of service
❌ Allowed to proliferate on the platform
We shouldn’t have to do their own job for them – but X are sitting back and letting illegal content stay on their platform. We’re challenging that:
https://goodlaw.social/6pw6
❌ Against X’s own terms of service
❌ Allowed to proliferate on the platform
We shouldn’t have to do their own job for them – but X are sitting back and letting illegal content stay on their platform. We’re challenging that:
https://goodlaw.social/6pw6
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In Praise of the Beer Town — in my occasional blog for the folks at @geterbrewed.bsky.social I’ve written about what makes a great town beer scene, and for the haters I’ve included my own personal top 10.
www.geterbrewed.com/blog/2025/11...
www.geterbrewed.com/blog/2025/11...
UK Beer Scene - In Praise of the Beer Town - Get Er Brewed Blog
Part of the UK Beer Scene is what Matthew Curtis has dubbed "beer towns", which adds to his list of "the best beer cities in the UK".
www.geterbrewed.com
December 1, 2025 at 10:52 AM
In Praise of the Beer Town — in my occasional blog for the folks at @geterbrewed.bsky.social I’ve written about what makes a great town beer scene, and for the haters I’ve included my own personal top 10.
www.geterbrewed.com/blog/2025/11...
www.geterbrewed.com/blog/2025/11...
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The government handed an NHS data contract to Palantir – a spy-tech firm with links to war crimes and deportations.
We’re demanding that the NHS stops using Palantir’s toxic tech.
Find out if your local NHS Trust is using the software and say no to Palantir 👇
https://goodlaw.social/658abc
We’re demanding that the NHS stops using Palantir’s toxic tech.
Find out if your local NHS Trust is using the software and say no to Palantir 👇
https://goodlaw.social/658abc
Say no to Palantir in the NHS - No to Palantir
goodlaw.social
December 1, 2025 at 12:40 PM
The government handed an NHS data contract to Palantir – a spy-tech firm with links to war crimes and deportations.
We’re demanding that the NHS stops using Palantir’s toxic tech.
Find out if your local NHS Trust is using the software and say no to Palantir 👇
https://goodlaw.social/658abc
We’re demanding that the NHS stops using Palantir’s toxic tech.
Find out if your local NHS Trust is using the software and say no to Palantir 👇
https://goodlaw.social/658abc
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Turns out greenwashing is easy if you own a water company.
https://www.theguardian.com/business/2025/nov/30/england-water-companies-issued-105bn-in-green-bonds-despite-pollution-record
https://www.theguardian.com/business/2025/nov/30/england-water-companies-issued-105bn-in-green-bonds-despite-pollution-record
England's water industry issued £10.5bn in ‘green bonds' despite pollution record
River Action says use of issuance tied to environmental benefits is ‘corporate greenwash on steroids'
www.theguardian.com
December 1, 2025 at 3:01 PM
Turns out greenwashing is easy if you own a water company.
https://www.theguardian.com/business/2025/nov/30/england-water-companies-issued-105bn-in-green-bonds-despite-pollution-record
https://www.theguardian.com/business/2025/nov/30/england-water-companies-issued-105bn-in-green-bonds-despite-pollution-record
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Embarking on a foolhardy creative project is the perfect way to kick off the holiday season!
1 newsletter a day from me, every day, until Christmas - what could go wrong? Join the party, if you dare. open.substack.com/pub/brussels...
1 newsletter a day from me, every day, until Christmas - what could go wrong? Join the party, if you dare. open.substack.com/pub/brussels...
#125: A Brussels Notes Advent Calendar
This is probably a bad idea, but here goes...
open.substack.com
November 24, 2025 at 11:41 AM
Embarking on a foolhardy creative project is the perfect way to kick off the holiday season!
1 newsletter a day from me, every day, until Christmas - what could go wrong? Join the party, if you dare. open.substack.com/pub/brussels...
1 newsletter a day from me, every day, until Christmas - what could go wrong? Join the party, if you dare. open.substack.com/pub/brussels...
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“The ban on puberty blockers last year has left trans youth and their families feeling desperate and gives a message ‘you cannot be trans’. But of course we are trans regardless. The first thing these young people need to see and hear is that it’s ok to be who they are.”
https://bit.ly/3LFSrzc
https://bit.ly/3LFSrzc
Interview with Dr Sam Hall
Dr Sam Hall tells us how WellBn helped trans people over the past five years, and that it is okay to be trans
northwestbylines.co.uk
November 19, 2025 at 3:28 PM
“The ban on puberty blockers last year has left trans youth and their families feeling desperate and gives a message ‘you cannot be trans’. But of course we are trans regardless. The first thing these young people need to see and hear is that it’s ok to be who they are.”
https://bit.ly/3LFSrzc
https://bit.ly/3LFSrzc
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CW: Sexual assault
The ruling forcing a child to carry the surname of the the man who raped her mother could harm her for life.
We can't let it stand - but we need your help to fight it. To support this case 👇
goodlawproject.org/crowdfunder/...
The ruling forcing a child to carry the surname of the the man who raped her mother could harm her for life.
We can't let it stand - but we need your help to fight it. To support this case 👇
goodlawproject.org/crowdfunder/...
November 19, 2025 at 6:11 PM
CW: Sexual assault
The ruling forcing a child to carry the surname of the the man who raped her mother could harm her for life.
We can't let it stand - but we need your help to fight it. To support this case 👇
goodlawproject.org/crowdfunder/...
The ruling forcing a child to carry the surname of the the man who raped her mother could harm her for life.
We can't let it stand - but we need your help to fight it. To support this case 👇
goodlawproject.org/crowdfunder/...
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Today in @thetimes.com I break down the price of a pint and explain why it costs so much. Over half of all job losses in the last year have been in hospitality - pubs need help. www.thetimes.com/life-style/f...
How much is too much for a pint?
The £5 barrier was breached long ago and at some London bars you could pay £10. When will drinkers just stop buying beer? And what do struggling landlords want to see in the budget?
www.thetimes.com
November 16, 2025 at 1:10 PM
Today in @thetimes.com I break down the price of a pint and explain why it costs so much. Over half of all job losses in the last year have been in hospitality - pubs need help. www.thetimes.com/life-style/f...
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The right wing claims the BBC is against Donald Trump and ‘pro-trans’, but the people at the sharp end of its coverage disagree.
The BBC must stop its attack on trans people.
https://goodlawproject.org/poll-shows-70-of-trans-people-think-bbc-news-is-hostile
The BBC must stop its attack on trans people.
https://goodlawproject.org/poll-shows-70-of-trans-people-think-bbc-news-is-hostile
Poll shows 70% of trans people think BBC News is ‘hostile’
The right wing claims the corporation is ‘pro-trans’, but the people at the sharp end of its coverage disagree. The BBC must stop its attack on trans people.
goodlawproject.org
November 15, 2025 at 7:53 AM
The right wing claims the BBC is against Donald Trump and ‘pro-trans’, but the people at the sharp end of its coverage disagree.
The BBC must stop its attack on trans people.
https://goodlawproject.org/poll-shows-70-of-trans-people-think-bbc-news-is-hostile
The BBC must stop its attack on trans people.
https://goodlawproject.org/poll-shows-70-of-trans-people-think-bbc-news-is-hostile
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There aren’t many outlets that post such regular content dedicated to cider. And though we only publish once a week this year (last year was a blistering twice a week), I’m proud of the coverage we give. We don’t get mentioned much on socials or beer sites, but if you like this kind of content… 🙂
November 15, 2025 at 9:23 AM
There aren’t many outlets that post such regular content dedicated to cider. And though we only publish once a week this year (last year was a blistering twice a week), I’m proud of the coverage we give. We don’t get mentioned much on socials or beer sites, but if you like this kind of content… 🙂
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"Is there *any* version of this information which a reasonable person could conclude meant that Trump did not know that Epstein was sexually molesting and trafficking underage girls? I can’t think of one." www.thebulwark.com/p/after-zohr...
November 14, 2025 at 9:01 PM
"Is there *any* version of this information which a reasonable person could conclude meant that Trump did not know that Epstein was sexually molesting and trafficking underage girls? I can’t think of one." www.thebulwark.com/p/after-zohr...
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I saw Brasserie Cantillon had their first brew of the season today - even though technically it's still too warm at night to make good Lambic beer.
Brewing season used to run from October to April, now they're lucky if they can run a few brew days before the end of November.
Because climate change
Brewing season used to run from October to April, now they're lucky if they can run a few brew days before the end of November.
Because climate change
The heat is on // Climate change is coming for Brasserie Cantillon — Brussels Beer City
Climate change is coming for lambic, and it will be hard for Cantillon to stop it.
www.beercity.brussels
November 12, 2025 at 7:08 PM
I saw Brasserie Cantillon had their first brew of the season today - even though technically it's still too warm at night to make good Lambic beer.
Brewing season used to run from October to April, now they're lucky if they can run a few brew days before the end of November.
Because climate change
Brewing season used to run from October to April, now they're lucky if they can run a few brew days before the end of November.
Because climate change
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We're in court today and tomorrow, taking on the EHRC's (now withdrawn) interim guidance, issued in haste following the For (Some) Women Scotland decision.
In accordance with our general practice, we are publishing the Skeleton Arguments of the Parties. goodlaw.social/h3nw
In accordance with our general practice, we are publishing the Skeleton Arguments of the Parties. goodlaw.social/h3nw
We’re taking on the EHRC interim guidance in court
After more than six months of disruption unleashed by the EHRC’s guidance, we’re arguing at the High Court that it is legally flawed.
goodlaw.social
November 12, 2025 at 10:47 AM
We're in court today and tomorrow, taking on the EHRC's (now withdrawn) interim guidance, issued in haste following the For (Some) Women Scotland decision.
In accordance with our general practice, we are publishing the Skeleton Arguments of the Parties. goodlaw.social/h3nw
In accordance with our general practice, we are publishing the Skeleton Arguments of the Parties. goodlaw.social/h3nw
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We are in court today!
"We have been inundated with stories about the devastating impact this guidance has had on the lives of trans and intersex people. The EHRC suggests this claim is now ‘academic’ because it has withdrawn its guidance – but the effects are lingering and appalling.”
"We have been inundated with stories about the devastating impact this guidance has had on the lives of trans and intersex people. The EHRC suggests this claim is now ‘academic’ because it has withdrawn its guidance – but the effects are lingering and appalling.”
⚖️ HEARING UNDERWAY ⚖️
Our challenge to the Equality and Human Rights Commission’s interim guidance has begun in the High Court.
https://goodlaw.social/gf1s
Our challenge to the Equality and Human Rights Commission’s interim guidance has begun in the High Court.
https://goodlaw.social/gf1s
We’re taking on the EHRC interim guidance in court
After more than six months of disruption unleashed by the EHRC’s guidance, we’re arguing at the High Court that it is legally flawed.
goodlaw.social
November 12, 2025 at 10:48 AM
We are in court today!
"We have been inundated with stories about the devastating impact this guidance has had on the lives of trans and intersex people. The EHRC suggests this claim is now ‘academic’ because it has withdrawn its guidance – but the effects are lingering and appalling.”
"We have been inundated with stories about the devastating impact this guidance has had on the lives of trans and intersex people. The EHRC suggests this claim is now ‘academic’ because it has withdrawn its guidance – but the effects are lingering and appalling.”
As families face rising bills, and extreme weather causes devastation around the world, oil and gas companies shouldn’t get a tax break. Tell Chancellor Rachel Reeves to not turn her back on climate and communities. Add your name
November 12, 2025 at 3:58 PM
As families face rising bills, and extreme weather causes devastation around the world, oil and gas companies shouldn’t get a tax break. Tell Chancellor Rachel Reeves to not turn her back on climate and communities. Add your name
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SATURDAY DAY INFO
1pm: A conversation about Small Independent Retail (Bottle Shops, as we still call them) hosted by Matthew Curtis, and live cast on the @pelliclemag.com website (£5 entry - pay at the front desk)
Get your song requests in + don’t forget to buy your tickets for the raffle!
1pm: A conversation about Small Independent Retail (Bottle Shops, as we still call them) hosted by Matthew Curtis, and live cast on the @pelliclemag.com website (£5 entry - pay at the front desk)
Get your song requests in + don’t forget to buy your tickets for the raffle!
November 8, 2025 at 9:24 AM
SATURDAY DAY INFO
1pm: A conversation about Small Independent Retail (Bottle Shops, as we still call them) hosted by Matthew Curtis, and live cast on the @pelliclemag.com website (£5 entry - pay at the front desk)
Get your song requests in + don’t forget to buy your tickets for the raffle!
1pm: A conversation about Small Independent Retail (Bottle Shops, as we still call them) hosted by Matthew Curtis, and live cast on the @pelliclemag.com website (£5 entry - pay at the front desk)
Get your song requests in + don’t forget to buy your tickets for the raffle!
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The Government needs to get serious about climate change. And it hasn't so we're suing. But this is the longest and most expensive legal letter Good Law Project has ever sent - and it involves a huge team of specialist lawyers. And we really could use your help. goodlaw.social/4cqi
Make Keir Starmer step up on climate
The government is failing to tackle global heating – so we’re forcing it to take action
goodlaw.social
November 6, 2025 at 2:00 PM
The Government needs to get serious about climate change. And it hasn't so we're suing. But this is the longest and most expensive legal letter Good Law Project has ever sent - and it involves a huge team of specialist lawyers. And we really could use your help. goodlaw.social/4cqi
