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@gailfairman.bsky.social
Liberal lefty lawyer lass. Comedy, International Relations, history, satire stuff. Weegie. Now pottering aboot EC1, N1, PH15, G42 & EH3.
It’s whisKY!!
E’s shouldn’t be added to Scotch 🏴🇪🇺.
It’s whisKY!!
E’s shouldn’t be added to Scotch 🏴🇪🇺.
I was next to Susan Boyle at the breakfast buffet in a Cardiff hotel. She pointed at the fried eggs and sausages and remarked, “Decisions…. Cluck or oink?”
Right folks. Feeling rather down at the moment so bringing back an oldie
Please Quote this with your most minor celebrity interaction
Please Quote this with your most minor celebrity interaction
December 29, 2025 at 10:16 PM
I was next to Susan Boyle at the breakfast buffet in a Cardiff hotel. She pointed at the fried eggs and sausages and remarked, “Decisions…. Cluck or oink?”
We are in the Netherlands and stuck in a huge traffic jam close to the German border. Not moving. And this lovely Dutch couple on their bikes are on the bridge with their homemade bilingual “happy travels” signs, waving to the static motorists. Love it.
August 8, 2025 at 1:35 PM
We are in the Netherlands and stuck in a huge traffic jam close to the German border. Not moving. And this lovely Dutch couple on their bikes are on the bridge with their homemade bilingual “happy travels” signs, waving to the static motorists. Love it.
Not wanting to snark the IfG, but even as a life long politics nerd this news feels inconsequential and sparks no interest. A total 🤷🏻♀️ Reactions to the names will be “Who?” Or “Meh”
Kemi Badenoch is expected to reshuffle her shadow cabinet later today.
Read our explainer on what the shadow frontbench currently looks like, who is in it and what experience they have www.instituteforgovernment.org.uk/explainer/sh...
Read our explainer on what the shadow frontbench currently looks like, who is in it and what experience they have www.instituteforgovernment.org.uk/explainer/sh...
Shadow cabinet | Institute for Government
Kemi Badenoch's shadow cabinet contains 25 shadow ministers. But who is in it and what experience do they have?
www.instituteforgovernment.org.uk
July 22, 2025 at 9:12 AM
Not wanting to snark the IfG, but even as a life long politics nerd this news feels inconsequential and sparks no interest. A total 🤷🏻♀️ Reactions to the names will be “Who?” Or “Meh”
“I love cheap thrills!”
June 7, 2025 at 9:00 PM
“I love cheap thrills!”
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Take a look at Gail’s stuff. She is a bona fide genius.
If I’m being honest, I’m feeling pretty down about my small business. I’m working so hard but it’s been very quiet. It’s bloody difficult at the moment.
Please have a look at what I do and repost to spread the word.
www.gailmyerscough.co.uk
Please have a look at what I do and repost to spread the word.
www.gailmyerscough.co.uk
Gail Myerscough | Surface Pattern Designer & Illustrator | Manchester
Surface Pattern Design & Illustration by Manchester based designer Gail Myerscough. Contemporary design meets mid century style.
Contact for art licensing, commissions & collaboration enquiries.
www.gailmyerscough.co.uk
April 9, 2025 at 8:06 PM
Take a look at Gail’s stuff. She is a bona fide genius.
Tracey Emin
The King (Charles III, not Elvis)
Terry Hall
Ian Hislop
Marj Proops
The King (Charles III, not Elvis)
Terry Hall
Ian Hislop
Marj Proops
Salman Rushdie
John Banville
Haruki Murakami
JK Rowling
Annie Ernaux
John Banville
Haruki Murakami
JK Rowling
Annie Ernaux
5 Famous People You've Met But One Is A Lie:
Neil Jordan
Jim Corr
Matt Berry
Jim Sheridan
Will Ferrell
Neil Jordan
Jim Corr
Matt Berry
Jim Sheridan
Will Ferrell
April 5, 2025 at 9:02 PM
Tracey Emin
The King (Charles III, not Elvis)
Terry Hall
Ian Hislop
Marj Proops
The King (Charles III, not Elvis)
Terry Hall
Ian Hislop
Marj Proops
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I don’t need Shiny Happy People in bingeable series form. Characters can be bad people. But no redeeming features whatsoever for every single character. Fuck’s sake, come on.
February 15, 2025 at 8:52 PM
I don’t need Shiny Happy People in bingeable series form. Characters can be bad people. But no redeeming features whatsoever for every single character. Fuck’s sake, come on.
Trump inauguration speech. Ouch. He’s in vengeful mood already.
January 20, 2025 at 5:15 PM
Trump inauguration speech. Ouch. He’s in vengeful mood already.
Starting an FT general knowledge cross word
1A. Is the answer OCTONAUTS ?!?
1A. Is the answer OCTONAUTS ?!?
January 10, 2025 at 9:54 PM
Starting an FT general knowledge cross word
1A. Is the answer OCTONAUTS ?!?
1A. Is the answer OCTONAUTS ?!?
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Oh my, our first ever post on Blue Sky as we hopefully transition away from X. We'll post news, views (of the scenic type), pets, and tales of off grid, sea access, remote living and running a business. Hope to encourage lots of you to visit us at Doune, Knoydart and become part of the experience.
January 8, 2025 at 11:39 AM
Oh my, our first ever post on Blue Sky as we hopefully transition away from X. We'll post news, views (of the scenic type), pets, and tales of off grid, sea access, remote living and running a business. Hope to encourage lots of you to visit us at Doune, Knoydart and become part of the experience.
Blizzard conditions in Edinburgh yesterday. Enjoyed every minute.
January 6, 2025 at 9:30 PM
Blizzard conditions in Edinburgh yesterday. Enjoyed every minute.
Happy new year from Aberfeldy
January 1, 2025 at 12:44 AM
Happy new year from Aberfeldy
Our Christmas, perfectly summed up by the recycling bin.
December 26, 2024 at 4:13 PM
Our Christmas, perfectly summed up by the recycling bin.
Just what one needs at 9am on 20 December. Tempting Christmas treats in the office kitchen.
December 21, 2024 at 5:11 PM
Just what one needs at 9am on 20 December. Tempting Christmas treats in the office kitchen.
I have my appraisal on Monday and - lo - The Star appeared before me and said unto me….Gail, I have Good News.
December 6, 2024 at 10:54 PM
I have my appraisal on Monday and - lo - The Star appeared before me and said unto me….Gail, I have Good News.
Trip to Oslo. Perfect Negroni at The Thief. With branded ice cubes.
November 29, 2024 at 9:16 PM
Trip to Oslo. Perfect Negroni at The Thief. With branded ice cubes.