Lisa McCartney
@maccamccartney.bsky.social
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How was your spring and summer? Read about ours here in Shetland at shetlandwildlife.co.uk/news.htm
#MarineMammals #BirdingScotland #UKbirding #UKWildlife #MarineLife #CetaceansUK
#MarineMammals #BirdingScotland #UKbirding #UKWildlife #MarineLife #CetaceansUK
December 1, 2025 at 10:31 AM
How was your spring and summer? Read about ours here in Shetland at shetlandwildlife.co.uk/news.htm
#MarineMammals #BirdingScotland #UKbirding #UKWildlife #MarineLife #CetaceansUK
#MarineMammals #BirdingScotland #UKbirding #UKWildlife #MarineLife #CetaceansUK
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It’s not too late to have your say on the EU public consultation.
Help us #EndTheCageAge by having your say: buff.ly/TZg3vk4
Help us #EndTheCageAge by having your say: buff.ly/TZg3vk4
November 30, 2025 at 11:15 AM
It’s not too late to have your say on the EU public consultation.
Help us #EndTheCageAge by having your say: buff.ly/TZg3vk4
Help us #EndTheCageAge by having your say: buff.ly/TZg3vk4
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There were numerous potential sightings of DOLLY the past couple days around the local area in Croydon #London 🙏
Please please keep your eyes open today as this is her third day alone. Any potential sightings, please contact asap. Do not chase!
Please please keep your eyes open today as this is her third day alone. Any potential sightings, please contact asap. Do not chase!
November 29, 2025 at 3:35 PM
There were numerous potential sightings of DOLLY the past couple days around the local area in Croydon #London 🙏
Please please keep your eyes open today as this is her third day alone. Any potential sightings, please contact asap. Do not chase!
Please please keep your eyes open today as this is her third day alone. Any potential sightings, please contact asap. Do not chase!
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One of at least seven Humpback Whales off the south Mainland of Shetland today. Amazing!
#MarineLife #MarineMammals #CetaceansUK #UKWildlife
#MarineLife #MarineMammals #CetaceansUK #UKWildlife
November 29, 2025 at 4:00 PM
One of at least seven Humpback Whales off the south Mainland of Shetland today. Amazing!
#MarineLife #MarineMammals #CetaceansUK #UKWildlife
#MarineLife #MarineMammals #CetaceansUK #UKWildlife
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🔴Michael Gove Made Orwell Prize Judge Despite Record of Attacking Journalists and Dodging Scrutiny
“Orwell would have enjoyed the irony” of the former Conservative minister’s appointment, say critics
bylinetimes.com/2025/11/25/m...
“Orwell would have enjoyed the irony” of the former Conservative minister’s appointment, say critics
bylinetimes.com/2025/11/25/m...
Michael Gove Made Orwell Prize Judge Despite Record of Attacking Journalists and Dodging Scrutiny
Critics say "Orwell would have enjoyed the irony" of the former Conservative minister's appointment
bylinetimes.com
November 28, 2025 at 2:25 PM
🔴Michael Gove Made Orwell Prize Judge Despite Record of Attacking Journalists and Dodging Scrutiny
“Orwell would have enjoyed the irony” of the former Conservative minister’s appointment, say critics
bylinetimes.com/2025/11/25/m...
“Orwell would have enjoyed the irony” of the former Conservative minister’s appointment, say critics
bylinetimes.com/2025/11/25/m...
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Yay!! I couldn’t be there but Sergei & the Westminster Spy Ring just won gold at the APA podcast awards!!
Whole thing was crowdfunded by @the-citizens.bsky.social to highlight 5-year legal case to get an investigation into Russian interference in UK politics. Power to the people!
Whole thing was crowdfunded by @the-citizens.bsky.social to highlight 5-year legal case to get an investigation into Russian interference in UK politics. Power to the people!
November 27, 2025 at 9:33 PM
Yay!! I couldn’t be there but Sergei & the Westminster Spy Ring just won gold at the APA podcast awards!!
Whole thing was crowdfunded by @the-citizens.bsky.social to highlight 5-year legal case to get an investigation into Russian interference in UK politics. Power to the people!
Whole thing was crowdfunded by @the-citizens.bsky.social to highlight 5-year legal case to get an investigation into Russian interference in UK politics. Power to the people!
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I’m a past winner of the Orwell Prize & won partly because I exposed Vote Leave’s unlawful activities.
Michael Gove was its co-convener & refused to answer a single q. He’s now a judge of the prize & our world is truly one that Orwell would recognise
bylinetimes.com/2025/11/25/m...
Michael Gove was its co-convener & refused to answer a single q. He’s now a judge of the prize & our world is truly one that Orwell would recognise
bylinetimes.com/2025/11/25/m...
Michael Gove Made Orwell Prize Judge Despite Record of Attacking Journalists and Dodging Scrutiny
Critics say "Orwell would have enjoyed the irony" of the former Conservative minister's appointment
bylinetimes.com
November 25, 2025 at 5:53 PM
I’m a past winner of the Orwell Prize & won partly because I exposed Vote Leave’s unlawful activities.
Michael Gove was its co-convener & refused to answer a single q. He’s now a judge of the prize & our world is truly one that Orwell would recognise
bylinetimes.com/2025/11/25/m...
Michael Gove was its co-convener & refused to answer a single q. He’s now a judge of the prize & our world is truly one that Orwell would recognise
bylinetimes.com/2025/11/25/m...
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No mention of fossil fuels in the final #COP30 agreement 🌍❌… hugely disappointing. A weak text won’t save our seas from the climate crisis 🌊
There's now more urgency needed than ever to do all we can in home waters ⚠️🔽
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
There's now more urgency needed than ever to do all we can in home waters ⚠️🔽
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
COP30: UN climate talks fail to secure new fossil fuel promises
Nearly 200 countries attended COP30, which aimed to commit the world to take more action on climate change.
www.bbc.co.uk
November 24, 2025 at 9:54 AM
No mention of fossil fuels in the final #COP30 agreement 🌍❌… hugely disappointing. A weak text won’t save our seas from the climate crisis 🌊
There's now more urgency needed than ever to do all we can in home waters ⚠️🔽
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
There's now more urgency needed than ever to do all we can in home waters ⚠️🔽
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
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I make each of my flower necklaces by casting real flowers in silver incl snowdrop & bluebells.
I also hand-sculpt much-loved bird species to make wearable versions incl wrens & blackbirds
20% off my jewellery atm with code TINYOWL20
Cut off day for🌲orders is Tue 25 Nov: www.etsy.com/uk/shop/silv...
I also hand-sculpt much-loved bird species to make wearable versions incl wrens & blackbirds
20% off my jewellery atm with code TINYOWL20
Cut off day for🌲orders is Tue 25 Nov: www.etsy.com/uk/shop/silv...
November 23, 2025 at 12:03 PM
I make each of my flower necklaces by casting real flowers in silver incl snowdrop & bluebells.
I also hand-sculpt much-loved bird species to make wearable versions incl wrens & blackbirds
20% off my jewellery atm with code TINYOWL20
Cut off day for🌲orders is Tue 25 Nov: www.etsy.com/uk/shop/silv...
I also hand-sculpt much-loved bird species to make wearable versions incl wrens & blackbirds
20% off my jewellery atm with code TINYOWL20
Cut off day for🌲orders is Tue 25 Nov: www.etsy.com/uk/shop/silv...
Reposted by Lisa McCartney
Seven men were arrested on 13 November, with five more men arrested in the past week on suspicion of causing unnecessary suffering to a protected animal.
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
Ambleside illegal fox-hunting probe sees further arrests
A total of 12 men have now been arrested as part of the investigation.
www.bbc.co.uk
November 23, 2025 at 1:30 PM
Seven men were arrested on 13 November, with five more men arrested in the past week on suspicion of causing unnecessary suffering to a protected animal.
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
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Over 2,800 cows have been stranded at sea for over 60 days.
We’re calling on the WOAH to use their influence to ensure the ship docks at the nearest port, so the animals can get the care they urgently need.
We must #BanLiveExports
Read more: buff.ly/TybLHXW
We’re calling on the WOAH to use their influence to ensure the ship docks at the nearest port, so the animals can get the care they urgently need.
We must #BanLiveExports
Read more: buff.ly/TybLHXW
November 20, 2025 at 6:33 PM
Over 2,800 cows have been stranded at sea for over 60 days.
We’re calling on the WOAH to use their influence to ensure the ship docks at the nearest port, so the animals can get the care they urgently need.
We must #BanLiveExports
Read more: buff.ly/TybLHXW
We’re calling on the WOAH to use their influence to ensure the ship docks at the nearest port, so the animals can get the care they urgently need.
We must #BanLiveExports
Read more: buff.ly/TybLHXW
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Day 2 of #WAAW25: Dr Rebecca Doyle (ILRI & University of Edinburgh) is bringing the research perspective on how animal welfare is a vital tool in tackling antimicrobial resistance.
▶️ More: ow.ly/OIBH50Xu1Hr
@fourpawsint.bsky.social @brookecharity.bsky.social @ciwf.org #Animals4AMR #AMR
▶️ More: ow.ly/OIBH50Xu1Hr
@fourpawsint.bsky.social @brookecharity.bsky.social @ciwf.org #Animals4AMR #AMR
November 19, 2025 at 1:14 PM
Day 2 of #WAAW25: Dr Rebecca Doyle (ILRI & University of Edinburgh) is bringing the research perspective on how animal welfare is a vital tool in tackling antimicrobial resistance.
▶️ More: ow.ly/OIBH50Xu1Hr
@fourpawsint.bsky.social @brookecharity.bsky.social @ciwf.org #Animals4AMR #AMR
▶️ More: ow.ly/OIBH50Xu1Hr
@fourpawsint.bsky.social @brookecharity.bsky.social @ciwf.org #Animals4AMR #AMR
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FLOATING NIGHTMARE
3,000 cows trapped at sea for 58 DAYS on stinking, corpse-filled & fly-infested ship that can’t dock due to RED TAPE
Over 100 calves have been born at sea on the foul ship, but their fate is unknown
The CRUEL reality of this evil live export trade
www.thesun.co.uk/news/3733717...
3,000 cows trapped at sea for 58 DAYS on stinking, corpse-filled & fly-infested ship that can’t dock due to RED TAPE
Over 100 calves have been born at sea on the foul ship, but their fate is unknown
The CRUEL reality of this evil live export trade
www.thesun.co.uk/news/3733717...
3,000 cows trapped at sea for 58 DAYS on stinking & corpse-filled ship
THOUSANDS of pregnant cows are trapped on a hot, stinking ship that has been stuck at sea for two months after being blocked from docking. A rotten smell and swarms of flies hang over the boat, acc…
www.thesun.co.uk
November 18, 2025 at 3:52 PM
FLOATING NIGHTMARE
3,000 cows trapped at sea for 58 DAYS on stinking, corpse-filled & fly-infested ship that can’t dock due to RED TAPE
Over 100 calves have been born at sea on the foul ship, but their fate is unknown
The CRUEL reality of this evil live export trade
www.thesun.co.uk/news/3733717...
3,000 cows trapped at sea for 58 DAYS on stinking, corpse-filled & fly-infested ship that can’t dock due to RED TAPE
Over 100 calves have been born at sea on the foul ship, but their fate is unknown
The CRUEL reality of this evil live export trade
www.thesun.co.uk/news/3733717...
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This is Richard Smith. He probably wouldn't want you sharing this everywhere. It's him striking a poor horse over the head with a riding crop at the weekend.
November 14, 2025 at 1:30 PM
This is Richard Smith. He probably wouldn't want you sharing this everywhere. It's him striking a poor horse over the head with a riding crop at the weekend.
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"Our report exposes how the climate crisis is hitting farmed animals, food security & people across the world. We're at #COP30 this week, advocating for a shift away from one of the main culprits: factory farming. A kinder, more sustainable food system is possible: bit.ly/4oN4Zn4
November 14, 2025 at 5:30 PM
"Our report exposes how the climate crisis is hitting farmed animals, food security & people across the world. We're at #COP30 this week, advocating for a shift away from one of the main culprits: factory farming. A kinder, more sustainable food system is possible: bit.ly/4oN4Zn4
Reposted by Lisa McCartney
Lovely views of this Hume's Warbler in the morning sunshine at Gremista, Lerwick, Shetland today.
#BirdingScotland #UKbirding #RareBirdsUK #Birds #UKWildlife
#BirdingScotland #UKbirding #RareBirdsUK #Birds #UKWildlife
November 14, 2025 at 6:41 PM
Lovely views of this Hume's Warbler in the morning sunshine at Gremista, Lerwick, Shetland today.
#BirdingScotland #UKbirding #RareBirdsUK #Birds #UKWildlife
#BirdingScotland #UKbirding #RareBirdsUK #Birds #UKWildlife
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If you see this Kingfisher photo, please leave a comment! 🙏♥️
Have you ever seen a Kingfisher? 🐦
I think more people have not seen them than those who have! 😊
You can buy my my 2026 Birds calendars here;
www.carlbovis.com/2026-birds-c...
Have you ever seen a Kingfisher? 🐦
I think more people have not seen them than those who have! 😊
You can buy my my 2026 Birds calendars here;
www.carlbovis.com/2026-birds-c...
November 14, 2025 at 6:06 PM
If you see this Kingfisher photo, please leave a comment! 🙏♥️
Have you ever seen a Kingfisher? 🐦
I think more people have not seen them than those who have! 😊
You can buy my my 2026 Birds calendars here;
www.carlbovis.com/2026-birds-c...
Have you ever seen a Kingfisher? 🐦
I think more people have not seen them than those who have! 😊
You can buy my my 2026 Birds calendars here;
www.carlbovis.com/2026-birds-c...
Reposted by Lisa McCartney
Watching Labour MPs take a wrecking ball to nature makes me so angry & so sad. Their action tonight voting down amendments to the #PlanningBill intended to protect wildlife & habitats from destruction is so reckless & so counterproductive. People didn’t vote Labour for this 👇
Housing secretary tells Labour MPs to vote down planning bill amendment
Amendment restricts protection for animals to allow faster house building
www.theguardian.com
November 13, 2025 at 9:06 PM
Watching Labour MPs take a wrecking ball to nature makes me so angry & so sad. Their action tonight voting down amendments to the #PlanningBill intended to protect wildlife & habitats from destruction is so reckless & so counterproductive. People didn’t vote Labour for this 👇
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Richard Smith, of the South Durham Hunt, hitting his horse in the head with his riding crop 😡 Get this 'man' famous!
November 13, 2025 at 12:00 PM
Richard Smith, of the South Durham Hunt, hitting his horse in the head with his riding crop 😡 Get this 'man' famous!
Reposted by Lisa McCartney
When researchers first looked at pregnancy rates among the polar bears of Hudson Bay in the early 90s, the results were promising. However, a recent study has uncovered a striking decline. We talked to the study authors about what they’re seeing and why. pbears.org/3JAf1Zo
Why are polar bear pregnancy rates declining in Western Hudson Bay? | Polar Bears International
When researchers first looked at pregnancy rates among the polar bears of Hudson Bay in the early 90s, the results were promising. However, a recent study has uncovered a striking decline. We talked to study authors about what they're seeing and why
pbears.org
November 13, 2025 at 12:11 PM
When researchers first looked at pregnancy rates among the polar bears of Hudson Bay in the early 90s, the results were promising. However, a recent study has uncovered a striking decline. We talked to the study authors about what they’re seeing and why. pbears.org/3JAf1Zo
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A short video of the nursery pod of Bottlenose Dolphins in Vidlin Voe, Shetland yesterday. Check out some of those tiny calves! Only the fourth confirmed record of this species in Shetland waters.
#MarineLife #MarineMammals #CetaceansUK #UKWildlife
#MarineLife #MarineMammals #CetaceansUK #UKWildlife
November 9, 2025 at 5:16 PM
A short video of the nursery pod of Bottlenose Dolphins in Vidlin Voe, Shetland yesterday. Check out some of those tiny calves! Only the fourth confirmed record of this species in Shetland waters.
#MarineLife #MarineMammals #CetaceansUK #UKWildlife
#MarineLife #MarineMammals #CetaceansUK #UKWildlife
Reposted by Lisa McCartney
All the way from Siberia: a Dusky Warbler at Sannick, Shetland last week.
#BirdingScotland #UKbirding #RareBirdsUK #Birds #UKWildlife
#BirdingScotland #UKbirding #RareBirdsUK #Birds #UKWildlife
November 13, 2025 at 7:45 AM
All the way from Siberia: a Dusky Warbler at Sannick, Shetland last week.
#BirdingScotland #UKbirding #RareBirdsUK #Birds #UKWildlife
#BirdingScotland #UKbirding #RareBirdsUK #Birds #UKWildlife
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📣 Send a clear message to the European Commission: it’s time to #EndtheCageAge.
Check out the instructions to submit your response to the EU public consultation on animal welfare 👉 buff.ly/Fbe9Bpk
Check out the instructions to submit your response to the EU public consultation on animal welfare 👉 buff.ly/Fbe9Bpk
November 13, 2025 at 8:45 AM
📣 Send a clear message to the European Commission: it’s time to #EndtheCageAge.
Check out the instructions to submit your response to the EU public consultation on animal welfare 👉 buff.ly/Fbe9Bpk
Check out the instructions to submit your response to the EU public consultation on animal welfare 👉 buff.ly/Fbe9Bpk
Reposted by Lisa McCartney
UK Meat Industry Told To Phase Out CO2 Stunning For Pigs Within 5 yrs
"AWC’s report confirms what we, scientists & investigators have maintained for decades: there's “significant” evidence exposing pigs to CO2 causes “avoidable” pain, respiratory distress & fear”
plantbasednews.org/animals/phas...
"AWC’s report confirms what we, scientists & investigators have maintained for decades: there's “significant” evidence exposing pigs to CO2 causes “avoidable” pain, respiratory distress & fear”
plantbasednews.org/animals/phas...
UK Meat Industry Told To Phase Out CO2 'Stunning' For Pigs Within Five Years
A landmark report by the Animal Welfare Committee (AWC) has called for widespread CO2 “stunning” of farmed pigs to be phased out
plantbasednews.org
November 12, 2025 at 12:03 PM
UK Meat Industry Told To Phase Out CO2 Stunning For Pigs Within 5 yrs
"AWC’s report confirms what we, scientists & investigators have maintained for decades: there's “significant” evidence exposing pigs to CO2 causes “avoidable” pain, respiratory distress & fear”
plantbasednews.org/animals/phas...
"AWC’s report confirms what we, scientists & investigators have maintained for decades: there's “significant” evidence exposing pigs to CO2 causes “avoidable” pain, respiratory distress & fear”
plantbasednews.org/animals/phas...
Reposted by Lisa McCartney
Livestock carrier ‘calamity’ unfolds off Turkey 💔
“Ship carrying 2,901 cattle from Uruguay is stranded off coast since Oct 22 after authorities denied permission to unload due to irregularities in ear tags”
*48+ have died
*Feed supplies are critically low
#BanLiveExport
splash247.com/livestock-ca...
“Ship carrying 2,901 cattle from Uruguay is stranded off coast since Oct 22 after authorities denied permission to unload due to irregularities in ear tags”
*48+ have died
*Feed supplies are critically low
#BanLiveExport
splash247.com/livestock-ca...
Livestock carrier ‘calamity’ unfolds off Turkey - Splash247
A 52-year-old livestock vessel carrying 2,901 cattle from Uruguay has been stranded off the Turkish coast since October 22 after authorities denied permission to unload due to irregularities in ear ta...
splash247.com
November 12, 2025 at 12:08 PM
Livestock carrier ‘calamity’ unfolds off Turkey 💔
“Ship carrying 2,901 cattle from Uruguay is stranded off coast since Oct 22 after authorities denied permission to unload due to irregularities in ear tags”
*48+ have died
*Feed supplies are critically low
#BanLiveExport
splash247.com/livestock-ca...
“Ship carrying 2,901 cattle from Uruguay is stranded off coast since Oct 22 after authorities denied permission to unload due to irregularities in ear tags”
*48+ have died
*Feed supplies are critically low
#BanLiveExport
splash247.com/livestock-ca...