Inquisitive Dragon
@inquisitivedragon.bsky.social
I'm curious and a dragon.
'Trwy ddulliau chwyldro yn unig y mae llwyddo'
'This is my truth, now tell me yours.'
'Trwy ddulliau chwyldro yn unig y mae llwyddo'
'This is my truth, now tell me yours.'
Racism comes from state-backed programmes, that direct media narratives which scapegoat certain demographics. The current British government programme is #Islamophobia.
That's what the academics say, @zackpolanski.bsky.social
Where did you get this postmodern gibberish from? Citations needed.
That's what the academics say, @zackpolanski.bsky.social
Where did you get this postmodern gibberish from? Citations needed.
October 15, 2025 at 3:15 PM
Racism comes from state-backed programmes, that direct media narratives which scapegoat certain demographics. The current British government programme is #Islamophobia.
That's what the academics say, @zackpolanski.bsky.social
Where did you get this postmodern gibberish from? Citations needed.
That's what the academics say, @zackpolanski.bsky.social
Where did you get this postmodern gibberish from? Citations needed.
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A row has broken out over claims the Secretary of State for Wales made about the cost of Welsh independence during a Labour Party conference speech last month ✍️ @emilypricejourno.bsky.social
Row breaks out over Welsh Secretary's cost of independence claims
Emily Price A row has broken out over claims the Secretary of State for Wales made about the cost of Welsh independence during a Labour Party conference speech last month. Jo Stevens claimed that Pla...
nation.cymru
October 15, 2025 at 7:45 AM
A row has broken out over claims the Secretary of State for Wales made about the cost of Welsh independence during a Labour Party conference speech last month ✍️ @emilypricejourno.bsky.social
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S4C has confirmed a new four-year agreement with Six Nations Rugby, securing comprehensive Welsh-language coverage of the Six Nations Championships from 2026
S4C to show every Wales match live in the Guinness Men’s Six Nations and U20 Six Nations
S4C has confirmed a new four-year agreement with Six Nations Rugby, securing comprehensive Welsh-language coverage of the Six Nations Championships from 2026. The deal will see S4C broadcast all five ...
nation.cymru
October 15, 2025 at 11:05 AM
S4C has confirmed a new four-year agreement with Six Nations Rugby, securing comprehensive Welsh-language coverage of the Six Nations Championships from 2026
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More than 730 police officers were sacked and barred from returning to the service last year, figures show
More than 730 police officers sacked and barred from service last year
More than 730 police officers were sacked and barred from returning to the service last year, figures show. According to the College of Policing, 735 officers were placed on the barred list in the yea...
nation.cymru
October 15, 2025 at 11:34 AM
More than 730 police officers were sacked and barred from returning to the service last year, figures show
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RSPB Cymru have announced their autumn programme of activities and events at wetland centres across Wales
RSPB Cymru announces autumn events and activities across Wales
RSPB Cymru have announced their autumn programme of activities and events at wetland centres across Wales. From bird migrations to nocturnal wildlife spectacles, Autumn is a time of activity and these...
nation.cymru
October 15, 2025 at 12:22 PM
RSPB Cymru have announced their autumn programme of activities and events at wetland centres across Wales
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The Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has been challenged in Commons on collapsing Labour support in Wales and why he won't 'show his face' in Caerphilly ✍️ @emilypricejourno.bsky.social
Prime Minister challenged on why he won't 'show his face' in Caerphilly
Emily Price The Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has been challenged in Commons on collapsing Labour support in Wales and why he won’t “show his face” in Caerphilly. During Prime Minister’s Questions ...
nation.cymru
October 15, 2025 at 12:40 PM
The Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has been challenged in Commons on collapsing Labour support in Wales and why he won't 'show his face' in Caerphilly ✍️ @emilypricejourno.bsky.social
Notice how EVERY Welsh outlet repeats the SAME headline, which is merely recycled from Reuters / PA.
This is whyI can't support Nation.Cymru - their Journalism is generally very good, but they REALLY struggle on some topics e.g. #Ukraine.
This is whyI can't support Nation.Cymru - their Journalism is generally very good, but they REALLY struggle on some topics e.g. #Ukraine.
Nigel Farage has “serious questions to answer” over a former senior Reform figure convicted of taking pro-Russian bribes, the Prime Minister has said
Farage has ‘questions to answer’ over convicted ex-Reform Welsh leader – PM
Nigel Farage has “serious questions to answer” over a former senior Reform figure convicted of taking pro-Russian bribes, the Prime Minister has said. Sir Keir Starmer said the Reform UK leader needs ...
nation.cymru
October 15, 2025 at 1:22 PM
Notice how EVERY Welsh outlet repeats the SAME headline, which is merely recycled from Reuters / PA.
This is whyI can't support Nation.Cymru - their Journalism is generally very good, but they REALLY struggle on some topics e.g. #Ukraine.
This is whyI can't support Nation.Cymru - their Journalism is generally very good, but they REALLY struggle on some topics e.g. #Ukraine.
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“Labelling this project as benefiting ‘England & Wales’ when it delivers no new infrastructure in Wales undermines trust and risks depriving Welsh communities of much-needed funding for their own railways.
nation.cymru/news/ra...
nation.cymru/news/ra...
Rail union calls for UK Government to reconsider classification of Oxford to Cambridge rail line as 'England and Wales' project
Emily Price A transport trade union has urged the UK Government to “be honest” with the people of Wales and reconsider its classification of the new Oxford to Cambridge rail line as an “England and Wales” project. The multi-billion-pound East West Rail scheme, linking Oxford, Milton Keynes, Bedford and Cambridge will not extend into Wales. […]
nation.cymru
June 3, 2025 at 1:32 PM
“Labelling this project as benefiting ‘England & Wales’ when it delivers no new infrastructure in Wales undermines trust and risks depriving Welsh communities of much-needed funding for their own railways.
nation.cymru/news/ra...
nation.cymru/news/ra...
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While Charles gets £132 million from the Crown Estate (as well as a £369 million palace renovation!), and Westminster banks nearly a billion, the people of Wales get nothing from our own natural resources.
❌ This isn’t just unfair – it’s exploitation.
3/5
❌ This isn’t just unfair – it’s exploitation.
3/5
July 1, 2025 at 5:41 PM
While Charles gets £132 million from the Crown Estate (as well as a £369 million palace renovation!), and Westminster banks nearly a billion, the people of Wales get nothing from our own natural resources.
❌ This isn’t just unfair – it’s exploitation.
3/5
❌ This isn’t just unfair – it’s exploitation.
3/5
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A significant share of the Crown Estate profits come from Welsh waters but, unlike Scotland, Wales has no control and receives none of the revenue.
And this – even after all 22 Welsh councils voted for control to be transferred to the Senedd following a campaign by YesCymru.
2/5
And this – even after all 22 Welsh councils voted for control to be transferred to the Senedd following a campaign by YesCymru.
2/5
July 1, 2025 at 5:41 PM
A significant share of the Crown Estate profits come from Welsh waters but, unlike Scotland, Wales has no control and receives none of the revenue.
And this – even after all 22 Welsh councils voted for control to be transferred to the Senedd following a campaign by YesCymru.
2/5
And this – even after all 22 Welsh councils voted for control to be transferred to the Senedd following a campaign by YesCymru.
2/5
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No wonder the Westminster elite are laughing!
Last year, the Crown Estate made £1.1 billion in profit:
👑 King Charles is set to pocket £132 million
🇬🇧 Westminster is set to pocket £968 million
🏴 Wales gets £0 from the Crown Estate!
1/5
Last year, the Crown Estate made £1.1 billion in profit:
👑 King Charles is set to pocket £132 million
🇬🇧 Westminster is set to pocket £968 million
🏴 Wales gets £0 from the Crown Estate!
1/5
July 1, 2025 at 5:41 PM
No wonder the Westminster elite are laughing!
Last year, the Crown Estate made £1.1 billion in profit:
👑 King Charles is set to pocket £132 million
🇬🇧 Westminster is set to pocket £968 million
🏴 Wales gets £0 from the Crown Estate!
1/5
Last year, the Crown Estate made £1.1 billion in profit:
👑 King Charles is set to pocket £132 million
🇬🇧 Westminster is set to pocket £968 million
🏴 Wales gets £0 from the Crown Estate!
1/5
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🏴 March For Independence - RHYL
🗓️ 1pm, THIS Saturday, 18 October
📍 Rhyl Events Arena
More info - www.yes.cymru/rhyl
🏴 Gorymdaith Annibyniaeth - Y RHYL
🗓️ 1pm, Sadwrn YMA, 18 Hydref
📍 Arena Digwyddiadau Y Rhyl
Rhagor o wybodaeth - cy.yes.cymru/rhyl
🗓️ 1pm, THIS Saturday, 18 October
📍 Rhyl Events Arena
More info - www.yes.cymru/rhyl
🏴 Gorymdaith Annibyniaeth - Y RHYL
🗓️ 1pm, Sadwrn YMA, 18 Hydref
📍 Arena Digwyddiadau Y Rhyl
Rhagor o wybodaeth - cy.yes.cymru/rhyl
October 15, 2025 at 12:41 PM
🏴 March For Independence - RHYL
🗓️ 1pm, THIS Saturday, 18 October
📍 Rhyl Events Arena
More info - www.yes.cymru/rhyl
🏴 Gorymdaith Annibyniaeth - Y RHYL
🗓️ 1pm, Sadwrn YMA, 18 Hydref
📍 Arena Digwyddiadau Y Rhyl
Rhagor o wybodaeth - cy.yes.cymru/rhyl
🗓️ 1pm, THIS Saturday, 18 October
📍 Rhyl Events Arena
More info - www.yes.cymru/rhyl
🏴 Gorymdaith Annibyniaeth - Y RHYL
🗓️ 1pm, Sadwrn YMA, 18 Hydref
📍 Arena Digwyddiadau Y Rhyl
Rhagor o wybodaeth - cy.yes.cymru/rhyl
You are being played. By the British Intelligence Services.
Nathan Gill took a bribe. Therefore it was a crime. Simple really. Beyond that, the deeper problem is simply not understood.
Not by #PlaidCymru, not by @willhaycardiff.bsky.social and not by @nation.cymru
< 7 months to go #May2026
Nathan Gill took a bribe. Therefore it was a crime. Simple really. Beyond that, the deeper problem is simply not understood.
Not by #PlaidCymru, not by @willhaycardiff.bsky.social and not by @nation.cymru
< 7 months to go #May2026
October 15, 2025 at 1:18 PM
You are being played. By the British Intelligence Services.
Nathan Gill took a bribe. Therefore it was a crime. Simple really. Beyond that, the deeper problem is simply not understood.
Not by #PlaidCymru, not by @willhaycardiff.bsky.social and not by @nation.cymru
< 7 months to go #May2026
Nathan Gill took a bribe. Therefore it was a crime. Simple really. Beyond that, the deeper problem is simply not understood.
Not by #PlaidCymru, not by @willhaycardiff.bsky.social and not by @nation.cymru
< 7 months to go #May2026
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Yet again the BBC’s Jeremy Bowen is misrepresenting a key issue in Gaza – and as always, he is doing so in a way that places Israel in the most flattering light possible.
Matthew Alford reads my latest: jonathancook.substack.com/p/listen-onc...
Matthew Alford reads my latest: jonathancook.substack.com/p/listen-onc...
Listen: Once again, Jeremy Bowen is misleading the public about Gaza
Read by Matthew Alford
jonathancook.substack.com
October 15, 2025 at 10:27 AM
Yet again the BBC’s Jeremy Bowen is misrepresenting a key issue in Gaza – and as always, he is doing so in a way that places Israel in the most flattering light possible.
Matthew Alford reads my latest: jonathancook.substack.com/p/listen-onc...
Matthew Alford reads my latest: jonathancook.substack.com/p/listen-onc...
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August 15, 2025 at 11:45 AM
Just a note to those who follow me here. All social media platforms throttle me, but Bluesky is by far the worst.
If you want to be sure of seeing my work, you need to subscribe to my Substack page. It's free and you get my articles emailed direct to you: jonathancook.substack.com
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Has Monbiot run away from BlueSky as well now as he can't tolerate being challenged for his odd views?
Remember when he promoted #PekkaKallioniemi and called everyone vatniks?
"Pekkaphilia: disgraced porn profiteer turned pro-Ukraine ‘disinfo expert’ could face legal action"
x.com/TheGrayzoneN...
Remember when he promoted #PekkaKallioniemi and called everyone vatniks?
"Pekkaphilia: disgraced porn profiteer turned pro-Ukraine ‘disinfo expert’ could face legal action"
x.com/TheGrayzoneN...
The Grayzone on X: "Pekka-philia: disgraced porn profiteer turned pro-Ukraine ‘disinfo expert’ could face legal action Depraved smear artist Pekka Kallioniemi has been caught promoting fraudulent KGB documents to slander a journalist as a Russian spy By @KitKlarenberg https://t.co/C1vaDpQGoa" / X
Pekka-philia: disgraced porn profiteer turned pro-Ukraine ‘disinfo expert’ could face legal action Depraved smear artist Pekka Kallioniemi has been caught promoting fraudulent KGB documents to slander a journalist as a Russian spy By @KitKlarenberg https://t.co/C1vaDpQGoa
x.com
October 15, 2025 at 1:10 PM
Has Monbiot run away from BlueSky as well now as he can't tolerate being challenged for his odd views?
Remember when he promoted #PekkaKallioniemi and called everyone vatniks?
"Pekkaphilia: disgraced porn profiteer turned pro-Ukraine ‘disinfo expert’ could face legal action"
x.com/TheGrayzoneN...
Remember when he promoted #PekkaKallioniemi and called everyone vatniks?
"Pekkaphilia: disgraced porn profiteer turned pro-Ukraine ‘disinfo expert’ could face legal action"
x.com/TheGrayzoneN...
"George Monbiot is a sociopath and an obstacle to progress" ~ Inquisitive Dragon (15th October, 2023)
October 15, 2025 at 1:08 PM
"George Monbiot is a sociopath and an obstacle to progress" ~ Inquisitive Dragon (15th October, 2023)
This is some hubris from the pompous #GeorgeMonbiot
He championed movements: #XR, #JustStopOil, #DefendOurJuries, who are intelligence 'cut outs' which have accelerated the removal of our right to protest.
He's a sell out, a propagandist and an Establishment Guardian and obstacle to progress.
He championed movements: #XR, #JustStopOil, #DefendOurJuries, who are intelligence 'cut outs' which have accelerated the removal of our right to protest.
He's a sell out, a propagandist and an Establishment Guardian and obstacle to progress.
Here’s what you need to know about Starmer’s illiberal protest curbs: they would have killed the Labour party at birth | George Monbiot
Here’s what you need to know about Starmer’s illiberal protest curbs: they would have killed the Labour party at birth | George Monbiot
The rights we enjoy in the UK, and the movement the PM purports to lead, were built on protest. Those rights are in dire peril, says Guardian columnist George Monbiot
www.theguardian.com
October 15, 2025 at 1:06 PM
This is some hubris from the pompous #GeorgeMonbiot
He championed movements: #XR, #JustStopOil, #DefendOurJuries, who are intelligence 'cut outs' which have accelerated the removal of our right to protest.
He's a sell out, a propagandist and an Establishment Guardian and obstacle to progress.
He championed movements: #XR, #JustStopOil, #DefendOurJuries, who are intelligence 'cut outs' which have accelerated the removal of our right to protest.
He's a sell out, a propagandist and an Establishment Guardian and obstacle to progress.
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"I've known him for years, he's Mr Caerphilly. He'll work so hard".
The by-election is a straight fight between Plaid Cymru and Reform UK - between hope and division.
Vote for Mr Caerphilly - Lindsay Whittle - on 23 October 💚
The by-election is a straight fight between Plaid Cymru and Reform UK - between hope and division.
Vote for Mr Caerphilly - Lindsay Whittle - on 23 October 💚
October 7, 2025 at 12:08 PM
"I've known him for years, he's Mr Caerphilly. He'll work so hard".
The by-election is a straight fight between Plaid Cymru and Reform UK - between hope and division.
Vote for Mr Caerphilly - Lindsay Whittle - on 23 October 💚
The by-election is a straight fight between Plaid Cymru and Reform UK - between hope and division.
Vote for Mr Caerphilly - Lindsay Whittle - on 23 October 💚
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Farmers don’t ask for favours. They ask for fairness.
🏴 Mae’n bryd rhoi ffermwyr wrth galon polisi masnach.
They ask to be heard before deals are signed, not after damage is done.
🔗Read the full article here:
www.farmersguardian.com/blog/4519903...
🏴 Mae’n bryd rhoi ffermwyr wrth galon polisi masnach.
They ask to be heard before deals are signed, not after damage is done.
🔗Read the full article here:
www.farmersguardian.com/blog/4519903...
EXCLUSIVE - Ann Davies: 'Farmers must be at the heart of trade policy'
Plaid Cymru MP Ann Davies writes on how farming standards have been undermined in trade deals, the dangers of Sir Keir’s appeasement of US President Donald Trump, and why agriculture should be at the ...
www.farmersguardian.com
October 8, 2025 at 2:59 PM
Farmers don’t ask for favours. They ask for fairness.
🏴 Mae’n bryd rhoi ffermwyr wrth galon polisi masnach.
They ask to be heard before deals are signed, not after damage is done.
🔗Read the full article here:
www.farmersguardian.com/blog/4519903...
🏴 Mae’n bryd rhoi ffermwyr wrth galon polisi masnach.
They ask to be heard before deals are signed, not after damage is done.
🔗Read the full article here:
www.farmersguardian.com/blog/4519903...
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Next year’s Senedd election will be a two-horse race - Reform UK’s division versus Plaid Cymru’s vision.
Great interview with Rhun ap Iorwerth on the eve of Plaid Cymru’s annual conference in Swansea 🏴
🔗 www.theguardian.com/politics/202...
Great interview with Rhun ap Iorwerth on the eve of Plaid Cymru’s annual conference in Swansea 🏴
🔗 www.theguardian.com/politics/202...
October 9, 2025 at 5:43 PM
Next year’s Senedd election will be a two-horse race - Reform UK’s division versus Plaid Cymru’s vision.
Great interview with Rhun ap Iorwerth on the eve of Plaid Cymru’s annual conference in Swansea 🏴
🔗 www.theguardian.com/politics/202...
Great interview with Rhun ap Iorwerth on the eve of Plaid Cymru’s annual conference in Swansea 🏴
🔗 www.theguardian.com/politics/202...
The difference is @plaidcymru.bsky.social are a genuine left-wing Party who back independence (perhaps not in the next term but events can outpace everyone).
However Swinney won't deliver independence for #Scotland.
There are other vehicles for change in Scotland @liberatescotland.bsky.social
However Swinney won't deliver independence for #Scotland.
There are other vehicles for change in Scotland @liberatescotland.bsky.social
The Guardian view on the nationalist surge: the SNP and Plaid Cymru are making the political weather | Editorial
The Guardian view on the nationalist surge: the SNP and Plaid Cymru are making the political weather | Editorial
Editorial: In both Scotland and Wales, politics is marching to the beat of different drums from the rest of Britain. The UK-wide parties should watch out
www.theguardian.com
October 15, 2025 at 1:00 PM
The difference is @plaidcymru.bsky.social are a genuine left-wing Party who back independence (perhaps not in the next term but events can outpace everyone).
However Swinney won't deliver independence for #Scotland.
There are other vehicles for change in Scotland @liberatescotland.bsky.social
However Swinney won't deliver independence for #Scotland.
There are other vehicles for change in Scotland @liberatescotland.bsky.social
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The Guardian view on the nationalist surge: the SNP and Plaid Cymru are making the political weather | Editorial
The Guardian view on the nationalist surge: the SNP and Plaid Cymru are making the political weather | Editorial
Editorial: In both Scotland and Wales, politics is marching to the beat of different drums from the rest of Britain. The UK-wide parties should watch out
www.theguardian.com
October 10, 2025 at 10:59 AM
The Guardian view on the nationalist surge: the SNP and Plaid Cymru are making the political weather | Editorial