Jon Porter
@jonporter.bsky.social
Senior HR bod in the NHS, interested in current affairs, economics, politics, and expert opinions.
Father to Bertie a mini-schnauzer, husband to an exceptionally tolerant wife, and father to three adult(ish).
I block rudeness or the impolite
Father to Bertie a mini-schnauzer, husband to an exceptionally tolerant wife, and father to three adult(ish).
I block rudeness or the impolite
More of these ‘defections’ may raise the Tory party median IQ and make them electable again
We are delighted to welcome Jonathan Gullis to Reform UK. I had to calm down Lee Anderson, who was concerned that he may no longer be the thickest twat in the party.
December 2, 2025 at 7:42 AM
More of these ‘defections’ may raise the Tory party median IQ and make them electable again
This, this, and thrice this!
The opportunity to fundamentally reform council tax, business rates, and stamp duty and to change VAT to spur growth by removing the cliff edge; are but two that could have made it tax system more progressive and fairer.
The opportunity to fundamentally reform council tax, business rates, and stamp duty and to change VAT to spur growth by removing the cliff edge; are but two that could have made it tax system more progressive and fairer.
"When Labour came to power 18 months ago, it had the chance to be [Clement] Atlee, it had the chance to be [Aneurin] Bevan.
"All these moments that should be big actually feel lost in the muddiness of compromise"
www.thenewsagents.co.uk/article/labo...
"All these moments that should be big actually feel lost in the muddiness of compromise"
www.thenewsagents.co.uk/article/labo...
‘Labour had the chance to reshape the country – and didn’t have the confidence to do it’ | The News Agents
Rachel Reeves second budget continues to prove a headache for the chancellor – and the Labour government, with claims she misled voters before delivery. Whether true or not, what does this latest…
www.thenewsagents.co.uk
December 2, 2025 at 7:04 AM
This, this, and thrice this!
The opportunity to fundamentally reform council tax, business rates, and stamp duty and to change VAT to spur growth by removing the cliff edge; are but two that could have made it tax system more progressive and fairer.
The opportunity to fundamentally reform council tax, business rates, and stamp duty and to change VAT to spur growth by removing the cliff edge; are but two that could have made it tax system more progressive and fairer.
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Persuasive letter on populism as a cognitive short-cut in the @financialtimes.com
November 29, 2025 at 7:13 AM
Persuasive letter on populism as a cognitive short-cut in the @financialtimes.com
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Call a public inquiry into Russian influence on UK politics & democracy
petition.parliament.uk/petitions/74...
petition.parliament.uk/petitions/74...
Petition: Call a public inquiry into Russian influence on UK politics & democracy
We are concerned about reported efforts from Russia to influence democracy in the US, UK, Europe and elsewhere. We believe we must establish the depth and breadth of possible Russian influence campaig...
petition.parliament.uk
November 28, 2025 at 8:42 PM
Call a public inquiry into Russian influence on UK politics & democracy
petition.parliament.uk/petitions/74...
petition.parliament.uk/petitions/74...
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Having a great first day as the OBR's website manager. Got all of the content queued up as a scheduled post, ready for a big day, but all of the work is done now.
Now before I put my feet up, time to take a big gulp of water and check the latest news.
Now before I put my feet up, time to take a big gulp of water and check the latest news.
November 26, 2025 at 12:04 PM
Having a great first day as the OBR's website manager. Got all of the content queued up as a scheduled post, ready for a big day, but all of the work is done now.
Now before I put my feet up, time to take a big gulp of water and check the latest news.
Now before I put my feet up, time to take a big gulp of water and check the latest news.
“Release The Kracken” of 2025
Jeffrey Epstein, in newly released email, says Trump ‘knew about the girls’
Jeffrey Epstein, in newly released email, says Trump ‘knew about the girls’
The convicted sex offender’s correspondence was released along with other documents by House Oversight Dems.
dlvr.it
November 12, 2025 at 2:07 PM
“Release The Kracken” of 2025
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Glad that someone has finally taken responsibility for the appalling assault on democracy that was the Jan. 6 insurrection.
Slightly confused that it's the Director-General of the BBC, but what do I know?
Slightly confused that it's the Director-General of the BBC, but what do I know?
November 9, 2025 at 6:55 PM
Glad that someone has finally taken responsibility for the appalling assault on democracy that was the Jan. 6 insurrection.
Slightly confused that it's the Director-General of the BBC, but what do I know?
Slightly confused that it's the Director-General of the BBC, but what do I know?
Currently reading book three of the Farseer series - Assassin’s Quest. It’s a wonderful book, so well written; but damn there are times your heart breaks for the characters!
November 7, 2025 at 4:59 PM
Currently reading book three of the Farseer series - Assassin’s Quest. It’s a wonderful book, so well written; but damn there are times your heart breaks for the characters!
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Even I thought this was one of mine!
November 6, 2025 at 8:51 PM
Even I thought this was one of mine!
What was meant to be a five mile walk turned into a seven near eight mile hike.
Absolutely have earned our roast later.
Absolutely have earned our roast later.
November 2, 2025 at 2:46 PM
What was meant to be a five mile walk turned into a seven near eight mile hike.
Absolutely have earned our roast later.
Absolutely have earned our roast later.
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NEW. PLEASE READ.
A landmark case which every NHS Board, nurse and midwife, and HR staff member should learn from. All credit to the Board for such an honest statement. And to Evonne Hunt, Chief Nurse
A landmark case which every NHS Board, nurse and midwife, and HR staff member should learn from. All credit to the Board for such an honest statement. And to Evonne Hunt, Chief Nurse
November 1, 2025 at 9:41 AM
NEW. PLEASE READ.
A landmark case which every NHS Board, nurse and midwife, and HR staff member should learn from. All credit to the Board for such an honest statement. And to Evonne Hunt, Chief Nurse
A landmark case which every NHS Board, nurse and midwife, and HR staff member should learn from. All credit to the Board for such an honest statement. And to Evonne Hunt, Chief Nurse
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Elections in the Netherlands yesterday. Not all votes have been counted yet. First place is currently a tie with I kid you not: 1984 votes difference between the social liberal party D66, and far right party PVV.
1984 votes difference. The universe truly has a dark sense of humor.
1984 votes difference. The universe truly has a dark sense of humor.
October 30, 2025 at 11:59 AM
Elections in the Netherlands yesterday. Not all votes have been counted yet. First place is currently a tie with I kid you not: 1984 votes difference between the social liberal party D66, and far right party PVV.
1984 votes difference. The universe truly has a dark sense of humor.
1984 votes difference. The universe truly has a dark sense of humor.
If JD says free speech in the UK is under threat, someone show him this.
news.sky.com/story/britis...
news.sky.com/story/britis...
Anger after British commentator held by ICE in US for criticising Israel
Conservative figures have been urging the Trump administration to expel Sami Hamdi from the United States.
news.sky.com
October 27, 2025 at 1:23 PM
If JD says free speech in the UK is under threat, someone show him this.
news.sky.com/story/britis...
news.sky.com/story/britis...
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The amount of wealth owned by the wealthiest Americans was $46 trillion in 2024.
‘The Second Estate’ was the term used for the aristocracy in pre-revolutionary France, they were completely exempt from paying taxes.
The US has created its own Second Estate
‘The Second Estate’ was the term used for the aristocracy in pre-revolutionary France, they were completely exempt from paying taxes.
The US has created its own Second Estate
October 24, 2025 at 2:51 PM
The amount of wealth owned by the wealthiest Americans was $46 trillion in 2024.
‘The Second Estate’ was the term used for the aristocracy in pre-revolutionary France, they were completely exempt from paying taxes.
The US has created its own Second Estate
‘The Second Estate’ was the term used for the aristocracy in pre-revolutionary France, they were completely exempt from paying taxes.
The US has created its own Second Estate
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Starmer’s plan to combat NHS racism will not work www.hsj.co.uk/health-inequ...
Starmer’s plan to combat NHS racism will not work
Mandatory online diversity training won't fix racism, including, antisemitism in the NHS; only evidence-based, accountable leadership and cultural change will
www.hsj.co.uk
October 22, 2025 at 6:53 PM
Starmer’s plan to combat NHS racism will not work www.hsj.co.uk/health-inequ...
Today we celebrate the Festival of Lights — a reminder that light triumphs over darkness, hope over despair, and knowledge over ignorance.
In a diverse UK, Diwali shines as a moment of unity, reflection, and gratitude. Wishing everyone celebrating a joyful and bright Diwali!
In a diverse UK, Diwali shines as a moment of unity, reflection, and gratitude. Wishing everyone celebrating a joyful and bright Diwali!
October 20, 2025 at 7:02 AM
Today we celebrate the Festival of Lights — a reminder that light triumphs over darkness, hope over despair, and knowledge over ignorance.
In a diverse UK, Diwali shines as a moment of unity, reflection, and gratitude. Wishing everyone celebrating a joyful and bright Diwali!
In a diverse UK, Diwali shines as a moment of unity, reflection, and gratitude. Wishing everyone celebrating a joyful and bright Diwali!
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If this Labour government had even the scintilla of any political nous it would now be showing pictures of some of those the Conservatives and Reform claim they'll deport. From the famous sports players to the people who keep public services running.
October 19, 2025 at 12:09 PM
If this Labour government had even the scintilla of any political nous it would now be showing pictures of some of those the Conservatives and Reform claim they'll deport. From the famous sports players to the people who keep public services running.
Middle age feeling of accomplishment #274
Successful planting of 150 odd tulip, narcissi, and daffodil bulbs while lamb slowly cooks for lunch. Both palms could be better tho…
Successful planting of 150 odd tulip, narcissi, and daffodil bulbs while lamb slowly cooks for lunch. Both palms could be better tho…
October 19, 2025 at 11:07 AM
Middle age feeling of accomplishment #274
Successful planting of 150 odd tulip, narcissi, and daffodil bulbs while lamb slowly cooks for lunch. Both palms could be better tho…
Successful planting of 150 odd tulip, narcissi, and daffodil bulbs while lamb slowly cooks for lunch. Both palms could be better tho…
We’ve seen this before - many he wants to rename Washington as Trumpania?
October 10, 2025 at 7:59 AM
We’ve seen this before - many he wants to rename Washington as Trumpania?
You have to scroll almost to the bottom of Sky News app to find this report.
It would be interesting to see a compare and contrast on the placement and duration of stories of attacks or sexual violence, versus the number of court cases.
news.sky.com/story/hudder...
It would be interesting to see a compare and contrast on the placement and duration of stories of attacks or sexual violence, versus the number of court cases.
news.sky.com/story/hudder...
Huddersfield man who stabbed 16-year-old Syrian refugee after he brushed past his girlfriend found guilty of murder
Ahmad Al Ibrahim, who dreamed of being a doctor, was killed after an altercation with Alfie Franco.
news.sky.com
October 10, 2025 at 7:51 AM
You have to scroll almost to the bottom of Sky News app to find this report.
It would be interesting to see a compare and contrast on the placement and duration of stories of attacks or sexual violence, versus the number of court cases.
news.sky.com/story/hudder...
It would be interesting to see a compare and contrast on the placement and duration of stories of attacks or sexual violence, versus the number of court cases.
news.sky.com/story/hudder...
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You know that thing about a frog being slowly boiled and not realising it?
Can we change 'boiled' to 'radicalised'?
Can we change 'boiled' to 'radicalised'?
October 8, 2025 at 4:24 PM
You know that thing about a frog being slowly boiled and not realising it?
Can we change 'boiled' to 'radicalised'?
Can we change 'boiled' to 'radicalised'?