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Our comment on the Budget, in the Guardian.
November 26, 2025 at 3:40 PM
Our comment on the Budget, in the Guardian.
Billionaires shouldn't be able to buy a bigger voice in politics. Add your name to @electoralreform.bsky.social's call to put a cap on how much they can donate in the #ElectionsBill
action.electoral-reform.org.uk/page/179420/...
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Sign now to demand an end to big money in politics
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November 26, 2025 at 2:07 PM
Billionaires shouldn't be able to buy a bigger voice in politics. Add your name to @electoralreform.bsky.social's call to put a cap on how much they can donate in the #ElectionsBill
action.electoral-reform.org.uk/page/179420/...
action.electoral-reform.org.uk/page/179420/...
Robbie Gibb said if he doesn't get his way, he'll blow the BBC up. It's ridiculous that a man like that has a spot on the BBC's board. Our public broadcaster MUST be independent. Agree? Sign to get Gibb sacked: 38d.gs/mpsn
Sack Sir Robbie Gibb from the BBC board
Robbie Gibb said if he doesn't get his way, he'll blow the BBC up. It's ridiculous that a man like that has a spot on the BBC's board. Our public broadcaster MUST be independent. Agree? Sign to get Gi...
38d.gs
November 25, 2025 at 2:19 PM
Robbie Gibb said if he doesn't get his way, he'll blow the BBC up. It's ridiculous that a man like that has a spot on the BBC's board. Our public broadcaster MUST be independent. Agree? Sign to get Gibb sacked: 38d.gs/mpsn
The government lost thousands of public responses to their railway consultation. No wonder their Railways Bill will maintain the private rolling stock ripoff. Add your name to demand that parliament hold them accountable. weownit.org.uk/act-now/rail...
The government lost YOUR rail consultation responses - take action
It is crucial for passengers that our voices are heard and that the bill delivers on the hopes and expectations of passengers. But this has not happened.
weownit.org.uk
November 25, 2025 at 2:13 PM
The government lost thousands of public responses to their railway consultation. No wonder their Railways Bill will maintain the private rolling stock ripoff. Add your name to demand that parliament hold them accountable. weownit.org.uk/act-now/rail...
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People have a right to feel frustrated.
But Nigel Farage is turning it into anger and division.
He's directing it away from the wealthy and toward the vulnerable.
Who benefits?
Him and his donors.
But Nigel Farage is turning it into anger and division.
He's directing it away from the wealthy and toward the vulnerable.
Who benefits?
Him and his donors.
November 24, 2025 at 12:03 PM
People have a right to feel frustrated.
But Nigel Farage is turning it into anger and division.
He's directing it away from the wealthy and toward the vulnerable.
Who benefits?
Him and his donors.
But Nigel Farage is turning it into anger and division.
He's directing it away from the wealthy and toward the vulnerable.
Who benefits?
Him and his donors.
No🚨Our BBC is under attack 🚨 We can't let those that want to see it torn up & replaced by the likes of GBNews or Fox win. Sign the open letter now to demand the new BBC boss is someone that will protect the BBC, not let its enemies tear it down: 38d.gs/bbc_tw_eaio
Sign the petition: save our BBC: don't let the likes of Trump and his UK cronies meddle with our public broadcaster
🚨Our BBC is under attack 🚨 We can't let those that want to see it torn up & replaced by the likes of GBNews or Fox win. Sign the open letter now to demand the new BBC boss is someone that will protect...
38d.gs
November 22, 2025 at 1:47 PM
No🚨Our BBC is under attack 🚨 We can't let those that want to see it torn up & replaced by the likes of GBNews or Fox win. Sign the open letter now to demand the new BBC boss is someone that will protect the BBC, not let its enemies tear it down: 38d.gs/bbc_tw_eaio
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BREAKING: Nathan Gill is sentenced to 10 & a half years in prison after pleading guilty to eight charges of bribery from a Russian agent.
The "ultimate source" of the funds came from "a close friend of Vladimir Putin," said Mrs Justice Cheema-Grubb.
The "ultimate source" of the funds came from "a close friend of Vladimir Putin," said Mrs Justice Cheema-Grubb.
November 21, 2025 at 12:52 PM
BREAKING: Nathan Gill is sentenced to 10 & a half years in prison after pleading guilty to eight charges of bribery from a Russian agent.
The "ultimate source" of the funds came from "a close friend of Vladimir Putin," said Mrs Justice Cheema-Grubb.
The "ultimate source" of the funds came from "a close friend of Vladimir Putin," said Mrs Justice Cheema-Grubb.
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NEW: Reform UK’s former leader in Wales, Nathan Gill, has been jailed at the Old Bailey for 10 and a half years for taking bribes to make statements in favour of Russia when he was an MEP. Full story 👇
www.theguardian.com/politics/202...
www.theguardian.com/politics/202...
Reform UK’s former Wales leader jailed for taking bribes for pro-Russia speeches
Police say Nathan Gill received at least £40,000 while he was an MEP from Oleg Voloshyn, an alleged Russian asset
www.theguardian.com
November 21, 2025 at 2:09 PM
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And still the Farage Flock will bleat that it’s all because it was done badly.
No. It’s because it was done.
No. It’s because it was done.
Brexit has caused almost twice as much damage to the UK economy than estimated by official forecasts, according to new paper from a group of experts including a senior Bank of England economist
Brexit Hit to UK Economy Double Official Estimate, Study Finds
Brexit has caused almost twice as much damage to the UK economy than estimated by official forecasts, according to new paper from a group of experts including a senior Bank of England economist.
bloom.bg
November 21, 2025 at 2:12 PM
And still the Farage Flock will bleat that it’s all because it was done badly.
No. It’s because it was done.
No. It’s because it was done.
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There are a lot of things you could say Farage isn't!
Also, a lot of things you could say he is!
Whether you could find anything good to say about him is debatable!
Also, a lot of things you could say he is!
Whether you could find anything good to say about him is debatable!
One might say Farage is not a good judge of character?
Or even worse, maybe he is?
Or even worse, maybe he is?
November 21, 2025 at 2:13 PM
There are a lot of things you could say Farage isn't!
Also, a lot of things you could say he is!
Whether you could find anything good to say about him is debatable!
Also, a lot of things you could say he is!
Whether you could find anything good to say about him is debatable!
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Now do Farage and his ilk.
BREAKING: Nathan Gill is sentenced to 10 & half years in prison after pleading guilty to eight charges of bribery from a Russian agent.
The "ultimate source" of the funds came from "a close friend of Vladimir Putin.
Are the media still going to pretend that Nigel Farage had no idea?
The "ultimate source" of the funds came from "a close friend of Vladimir Putin.
Are the media still going to pretend that Nigel Farage had no idea?
November 21, 2025 at 2:13 PM
Now do Farage and his ilk.
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Farage's mate jailed for 10 years for taking Russian money, Boris Johnson exposed in the covid report - bad week for populists, scary to think that some people still think these are the answer.
November 21, 2025 at 2:13 PM
Farage's mate jailed for 10 years for taking Russian money, Boris Johnson exposed in the covid report - bad week for populists, scary to think that some people still think these are the answer.
23,000. That's how many deaths can be blamed on Boris Johnson's chaotic Covid decisions and delays. Enough is enough, he must be stripped of his annual £115,000 handout. Sign the petition today: 38d.gs/bojo_all_tw
Sign the petition: Strip Boris Johnson of his annual former PM allowance
23,000. That's how many deaths can be blamed on Boris Johnson's chaotic Covid decisions and delays. Enough is enough, he must be stripped of his annual £115,000 handout. Sign the petition today:
38d.gs
November 21, 2025 at 2:15 PM
23,000. That's how many deaths can be blamed on Boris Johnson's chaotic Covid decisions and delays. Enough is enough, he must be stripped of his annual £115,000 handout. Sign the petition today: 38d.gs/bojo_all_tw
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NHS private finance diverts money away from healthcare, towards the pockets of private shareholders.
Cat Eccles MP’s motion can force the government to drop their NHS private finance plans from the Autumn Budget.
✉️Take 2 mins now to email your MP to sign the motion and protect patients.
Cat Eccles MP’s motion can force the government to drop their NHS private finance plans from the Autumn Budget.
✉️Take 2 mins now to email your MP to sign the motion and protect patients.
November 20, 2025 at 5:43 PM
NHS private finance diverts money away from healthcare, towards the pockets of private shareholders.
Cat Eccles MP’s motion can force the government to drop their NHS private finance plans from the Autumn Budget.
✉️Take 2 mins now to email your MP to sign the motion and protect patients.
Cat Eccles MP’s motion can force the government to drop their NHS private finance plans from the Autumn Budget.
✉️Take 2 mins now to email your MP to sign the motion and protect patients.
PLEASE DO THIS! We have just a few days to STOP plans to load up the NHS with new private finance debts in the Autumn Budget. I've just emailed my MP. Take 2 mins to email your MP too.
weownit.org.uk/act-now/no-pfi
weownit.org.uk/act-now/no-pfi
Just 5 days to STOP new NHS private finance debts - take action now
Your MP can help STOP plans for new private finance debts in our NHs in the Autumn Budget
weownit.org.uk
November 21, 2025 at 3:21 AM
PLEASE DO THIS! We have just a few days to STOP plans to load up the NHS with new private finance debts in the Autumn Budget. I've just emailed my MP. Take 2 mins to email your MP too.
weownit.org.uk/act-now/no-pfi
weownit.org.uk/act-now/no-pfi
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UK Chancellor Rachel Reeves, the budget is next week – and the decisions you make will impact the lives of millions. You must act for working people – not the super-rich.
#WealthTax now.
secure.waronwant.org/page/172837/...
#WealthTax now.
secure.waronwant.org/page/172837/...
November 20, 2025 at 3:03 PM
UK Chancellor Rachel Reeves, the budget is next week – and the decisions you make will impact the lives of millions. You must act for working people – not the super-rich.
#WealthTax now.
secure.waronwant.org/page/172837/...
#WealthTax now.
secure.waronwant.org/page/172837/...
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Thankfully there will be a discussion on this.
20 years is far too long, as is the 15 year part.
We have to remember the governments of Johnson, Truss and Sunak opened the “floodgates” of migration. A Brexit dividend.
Some migrants to face 20-year wait for settled status www.bbc.com/news/article...
20 years is far too long, as is the 15 year part.
We have to remember the governments of Johnson, Truss and Sunak opened the “floodgates” of migration. A Brexit dividend.
Some migrants to face 20-year wait for settled status www.bbc.com/news/article...
Some migrants to face 20-year wait for settled status
Shabana Mahmood says becoming part of the UK is "not a right but a privilege – and one that must be earned".
www.bbc.com
November 20, 2025 at 2:34 PM
Thankfully there will be a discussion on this.
20 years is far too long, as is the 15 year part.
We have to remember the governments of Johnson, Truss and Sunak opened the “floodgates” of migration. A Brexit dividend.
Some migrants to face 20-year wait for settled status www.bbc.com/news/article...
20 years is far too long, as is the 15 year part.
We have to remember the governments of Johnson, Truss and Sunak opened the “floodgates” of migration. A Brexit dividend.
Some migrants to face 20-year wait for settled status www.bbc.com/news/article...
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A quick search of the BBC News website shows that when Nigel Farage has something to say, they're all over it.
When other people are talking about him? Tumbleweeds.
When other people are talking about him? Tumbleweeds.
November 20, 2025 at 2:34 PM
A quick search of the BBC News website shows that when Nigel Farage has something to say, they're all over it.
When other people are talking about him? Tumbleweeds.
When other people are talking about him? Tumbleweeds.
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Farage and his clownshow promised to audit councils and save money. The audits were a no start because of data protection. Would you want this racist scum having access to your data, and they haven’t saved a brass penny.
www.thelondoneconomic.com/politics/ken...
www.thelondoneconomic.com/politics/ken...
Kent council report £46.5m overspend following Reform takeover
Kent County Council is facing a financial blackhole of £46.5m as Reform's running of the authority continues to come under scrutiny.
www.thelondoneconomic.com
November 20, 2025 at 2:37 PM
Farage and his clownshow promised to audit councils and save money. The audits were a no start because of data protection. Would you want this racist scum having access to your data, and they haven’t saved a brass penny.
www.thelondoneconomic.com/politics/ken...
www.thelondoneconomic.com/politics/ken...
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I'm spending my World Philosophy day on strike, protesting at planned redundancies and course closures at my University. If the UK government doesn't change the way universities are funded (& it shows no desire to do so), then I doubt there's a future for philosophy outside elite institutions.
November 20, 2025 at 2:40 PM
I'm spending my World Philosophy day on strike, protesting at planned redundancies and course closures at my University. If the UK government doesn't change the way universities are funded (& it shows no desire to do so), then I doubt there's a future for philosophy outside elite institutions.
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Home secretary unveils plan to create the ‘most controlled and selective’ system in Europe for permanent migration – UK politics live
Don’t get old or sick any time soon in the UK as the government is intent on ensuring that there will be no one to look after you.
Don’t get old or sick any time soon in the UK as the government is intent on ensuring that there will be no one to look after you.
November 20, 2025 at 2:44 PM
Home secretary unveils plan to create the ‘most controlled and selective’ system in Europe for permanent migration – UK politics live
Don’t get old or sick any time soon in the UK as the government is intent on ensuring that there will be no one to look after you.
Don’t get old or sick any time soon in the UK as the government is intent on ensuring that there will be no one to look after you.
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Anyone know why "patriotic" Brits don't care about the lies and treachery of fake, racist Farage 🤔
🔊 Sound on!
Watch @johnsweeneyroar.bsky.social chase Nigel Farage across the Essex Riviera: Clacton-upon-Sea.
With a very simple question that the Reform leader is refusing to answer...
"Mr Farage, who introduced Nathan Gill to a Russian spy?"
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Watch @johnsweeneyroar.bsky.social chase Nigel Farage across the Essex Riviera: Clacton-upon-Sea.
With a very simple question that the Reform leader is refusing to answer...
"Mr Farage, who introduced Nathan Gill to a Russian spy?"
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November 20, 2025 at 2:44 PM
Anyone know why "patriotic" Brits don't care about the lies and treachery of fake, racist Farage 🤔
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Rachel Reeves was warned over a year ago that exactly this would happen but refused to do anything to mitigate the impact. The charity I work for is running a huge deficit this year because of this and we have had to make redundancies
www.civilsociety.co.uk/news/many-ch...
www.civilsociety.co.uk/news/many-ch...
Many charities cutting jobs and services since NICs rise announcement, survey finds
www.civilsociety.co.uk
November 20, 2025 at 2:45 PM
Rachel Reeves was warned over a year ago that exactly this would happen but refused to do anything to mitigate the impact. The charity I work for is running a huge deficit this year because of this and we have had to make redundancies
www.civilsociety.co.uk/news/many-ch...
www.civilsociety.co.uk/news/many-ch...
The most dangerous ‘school’ in the UK: Army must end child recruitment.
The British Army is putting 16- and 17-year-olds at risk of abuse in desperate drive to increase troops. That must change.
www.opendemocracy.net/en/british-a...
The British Army is putting 16- and 17-year-olds at risk of abuse in desperate drive to increase troops. That must change.
www.opendemocracy.net/en/british-a...
UK’s most dangerous ‘school’: Army must stop hiring children
British Army is putting 16- and 17-year-olds at risk of abuse in desperate drive to increase troops. That must change
www.opendemocracy.net
November 20, 2025 at 2:54 PM
The most dangerous ‘school’ in the UK: Army must end child recruitment.
The British Army is putting 16- and 17-year-olds at risk of abuse in desperate drive to increase troops. That must change.
www.opendemocracy.net/en/british-a...
The British Army is putting 16- and 17-year-olds at risk of abuse in desperate drive to increase troops. That must change.
www.opendemocracy.net/en/british-a...
The Elections Bill is being drafted as we speak. This is our big chance to win reforms that will protect our democracy. Please can you invite your MP to our parliamentary drop-in?
secure.unlockdemocracy.org.uk/page/182076/...
secure.unlockdemocracy.org.uk/page/182076/...
Elections Bill event
The Elections Bill is being drafted as we speak. This is our big chance to win reforms that will protect our democracy. Please can you invite your MP to our parliamentary drop-in?
secure.unlockdemocracy.org.uk
November 20, 2025 at 1:44 PM
The Elections Bill is being drafted as we speak. This is our big chance to win reforms that will protect our democracy. Please can you invite your MP to our parliamentary drop-in?
secure.unlockdemocracy.org.uk/page/182076/...
secure.unlockdemocracy.org.uk/page/182076/...