@niccor.bsky.social
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It’s well-known that Wales is one of the most nature-depleted countries in the world, with one in six species here at risk of extinction from our lands. It’s now time we do something about it ✍️Wales Environment Link
Why Wales needs a stronger environmental principles, governance and biodiversity Bill
Wales Environment Link Wales stands at an environmental crossroads. Our shared natural heritage, once rich in wildlife, is under unprecedented pressure. Species like the fen orchid and hen harrier are...
wp.me
July 28, 2025 at 8:25 AM
It’s well-known that Wales is one of the most nature-depleted countries in the world, with one in six species here at risk of extinction from our lands. It’s now time we do something about it ✍️Wales Environment Link
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A new law should introduce a maximum workplace temperature to protect staff from extreme heat, new research demands.
A report by Autonomy Institute says two-thirds of UK work force could find themselves working in heat waves above 35C by end of the decade
www.mirror.co.uk/news/politic...
A report by Autonomy Institute says two-thirds of UK work force could find themselves working in heat waves above 35C by end of the decade
www.mirror.co.uk/news/politic...
Calls to implement legal maximum temperature that Brits shouldn't work above
A report by the Autonomy Institute warns that two-thirds of the UK work force could find themselves working in heat waves above 35C by the end of the decade
www.mirror.co.uk
May 26, 2025 at 1:16 PM
A new law should introduce a maximum workplace temperature to protect staff from extreme heat, new research demands.
A report by Autonomy Institute says two-thirds of UK work force could find themselves working in heat waves above 35C by end of the decade
www.mirror.co.uk/news/politic...
A report by Autonomy Institute says two-thirds of UK work force could find themselves working in heat waves above 35C by end of the decade
www.mirror.co.uk/news/politic...
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You know that photo Trump waved in front of Ramaphosa and the world press asserting it showed genocide of white farmers in South Africa. #Fake
In fact it was a depiction of femicide in the DRC with Red Cross workers carrying the body bags of women who’d been raped and burned alive there
In fact it was a depiction of femicide in the DRC with Red Cross workers carrying the body bags of women who’d been raped and burned alive there
Trump spent much of his meeting with South African President Cyril Ramaphosa rambling about disproven claims and conspiracy theories.
Ramaphosa was not interested in indulging Trump’s delusions about his country.
Ramaphosa was not interested in indulging Trump’s delusions about his country.
South African President Calls Out Trump: 'I'm Sorry I Don't Have a Plane to Give You'
President Donald Trump claimed white South Africans were being systematically murdered during a meeting with President Cyril Ramaphosa.
www.rollingstone.com
May 22, 2025 at 7:46 AM
You know that photo Trump waved in front of Ramaphosa and the world press asserting it showed genocide of white farmers in South Africa. #Fake
In fact it was a depiction of femicide in the DRC with Red Cross workers carrying the body bags of women who’d been raped and burned alive there
In fact it was a depiction of femicide in the DRC with Red Cross workers carrying the body bags of women who’d been raped and burned alive there
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‘Keir Starmer’s EU Deal Is Far Better Than the Media Is Telling You’
Much more needs to be done to repair the damage of Brexit, but this is a welcome step in the right direction, argues the Director of the Independent Commission on UK-EU Relations
bylinetimes.com/2025/05/20/k...
Much more needs to be done to repair the damage of Brexit, but this is a welcome step in the right direction, argues the Director of the Independent Commission on UK-EU Relations
bylinetimes.com/2025/05/20/k...
'Keir Starmer's EU Deal Is Far Better Than the Media Is Telling You'
Much more needs to be done to repair the damage of Brexit, but this is a welcome step in the right direction, argues the Director of the Independent Commission on UK-EU Relations
bylinetimes.com
May 22, 2025 at 7:49 AM
‘Keir Starmer’s EU Deal Is Far Better Than the Media Is Telling You’
Much more needs to be done to repair the damage of Brexit, but this is a welcome step in the right direction, argues the Director of the Independent Commission on UK-EU Relations
bylinetimes.com/2025/05/20/k...
Much more needs to be done to repair the damage of Brexit, but this is a welcome step in the right direction, argues the Director of the Independent Commission on UK-EU Relations
bylinetimes.com/2025/05/20/k...
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He's won three councils and he thinks he's Donald Trump.
What an absolute fucking turnip.
What an absolute fucking turnip.
Nigel Farage, "I would advise anybody who is working for Durham County Council on Climate Change initiatives, or Diversity Equity and Inclusion"
"I think you all better really be seeking alternative careers, very very quick"
"I think you all better really be seeking alternative careers, very very quick"
May 2, 2025 at 4:10 PM
He's won three councils and he thinks he's Donald Trump.
What an absolute fucking turnip.
What an absolute fucking turnip.
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Labour have a very easy option, rejoin the EU, get £42bn a year to spend, add £250bn a year to the economy.
Lose ZERO voters, gain millions.
It would win them the next election by itself.
Why won't they do it?
Lose ZERO voters, gain millions.
It would win them the next election by itself.
Why won't they do it?
May 2, 2025 at 5:26 PM
Labour have a very easy option, rejoin the EU, get £42bn a year to spend, add £250bn a year to the economy.
Lose ZERO voters, gain millions.
It would win them the next election by itself.
Why won't they do it?
Lose ZERO voters, gain millions.
It would win them the next election by itself.
Why won't they do it?
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Labour is handing this country on a silver platter to Reform. People do not vote Labour because they hate immigrants and want Reform-lite. They vote Labour because they want it to make a positive difference to their lives.
May 2, 2025 at 6:07 AM
Labour is handing this country on a silver platter to Reform. People do not vote Labour because they hate immigrants and want Reform-lite. They vote Labour because they want it to make a positive difference to their lives.
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France wants to make one-off wealth tax permanent.
It is based on taxable real estate assets worldwide, rates vary from 0% to 1.5%.
Brought in €2bn for 2024.
Hope Rachel Reeves is watching.
It is based on taxable real estate assets worldwide, rates vary from 0% to 1.5%.
Brought in €2bn for 2024.
Hope Rachel Reeves is watching.
France wants to make one-off wealth tax permanent
France's debt rose by €202.7 billion to €3.3 trillion last year, accounting for 113% of GDP, according to the official statistics agency. Eric Lombard, France's economic minister, has acknowledged tha...
www.lemonde.fr
April 30, 2025 at 7:08 AM
France wants to make one-off wealth tax permanent.
It is based on taxable real estate assets worldwide, rates vary from 0% to 1.5%.
Brought in €2bn for 2024.
Hope Rachel Reeves is watching.
It is based on taxable real estate assets worldwide, rates vary from 0% to 1.5%.
Brought in €2bn for 2024.
Hope Rachel Reeves is watching.
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Another reason not to vote Reform UK on 1st May
Nigel Farage has told ITV News the first thing he would do as prime minister if he won a general election would be to remove the UK from the European Convention on Human Rights
That alone is good reason never to vote for Reform UK.
THIS IS WHY
youtu.be/MdiDDJrQUJA?...
That alone is good reason never to vote for Reform UK.
THIS IS WHY
youtu.be/MdiDDJrQUJA?...
Nigel Farage says first thing he would do as PM if he won a GE would be to remove UK from the ECHR
YouTube video by Peter Stefanovic
youtu.be
April 30, 2025 at 9:27 PM
Another reason not to vote Reform UK on 1st May
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Is this a Brexit benefit?
The farmer forced to bin 300 tonnes of strawberries because of Brexit paperwork
The UK’s leading berry farmer has told LBC he has been forced to let hundreds of tonnes of strawberries rot in fields because of Brexit red tape - and warned UK shoppers should expect shortages and so...
www.lbc.co.uk
May 1, 2025 at 9:00 AM
Is this a Brexit benefit?
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Low/Middle income people save in bank/building soc accounts. £1000 interest tax-free for most basic rate earners: £500 for others; rest taxed at 20%-45%.
Rich buy second homes, arts, securities. £3000 capital gains tax-free, rest taxed at 18%-24% for most.
Class war embedded in the UK tax system.
Rich buy second homes, arts, securities. £3000 capital gains tax-free, rest taxed at 18%-24% for most.
Class war embedded in the UK tax system.
May 1, 2025 at 8:55 AM
Low/Middle income people save in bank/building soc accounts. £1000 interest tax-free for most basic rate earners: £500 for others; rest taxed at 20%-45%.
Rich buy second homes, arts, securities. £3000 capital gains tax-free, rest taxed at 18%-24% for most.
Class war embedded in the UK tax system.
Rich buy second homes, arts, securities. £3000 capital gains tax-free, rest taxed at 18%-24% for most.
Class war embedded in the UK tax system.
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Brexit is killing us.
New study: Brexit has led to 1,485 extra deaths/year in 🏴
Study’s lead investigator:
"Brexit has had real life-or-death consequences for patients in our hospitals... (as the loss of staff) led to a measurable decline in care quality.”
www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/poli...
New study: Brexit has led to 1,485 extra deaths/year in 🏴
Study’s lead investigator:
"Brexit has had real life-or-death consequences for patients in our hospitals... (as the loss of staff) led to a measurable decline in care quality.”
www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/poli...
Brexit led to 1,500 deaths a year as EU nurses left UK, study finds
Quality of care dropped as staff were replaced with less experienced nurses, researchers at the University of Surrey say
www.independent.co.uk
May 1, 2025 at 8:07 AM
Brexit is killing us.
New study: Brexit has led to 1,485 extra deaths/year in 🏴
Study’s lead investigator:
"Brexit has had real life-or-death consequences for patients in our hospitals... (as the loss of staff) led to a measurable decline in care quality.”
www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/poli...
New study: Brexit has led to 1,485 extra deaths/year in 🏴
Study’s lead investigator:
"Brexit has had real life-or-death consequences for patients in our hospitals... (as the loss of staff) led to a measurable decline in care quality.”
www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/poli...
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Full monthly state pension for post-2016 UK retiree is £997.75. Only 27% receive it.
Elsewhere:
Luxembourg £5,426
Norway £1,839
Switzerland £1,657
Denmark £1,486
Sweden £1,373
Belgium £1,338
Netherlands £1,322
France £1,254
Spain £1,238
UK GDP spend on pension is less than OECD average.
Elsewhere:
Luxembourg £5,426
Norway £1,839
Switzerland £1,657
Denmark £1,486
Sweden £1,373
Belgium £1,338
Netherlands £1,322
France £1,254
Spain £1,238
UK GDP spend on pension is less than OECD average.
Pension Breakeven Index: How the UK State Pension Compares to Europe
We've compared the UK's pension system to the rest of Europe’s countries to see which one offers the most to retirees. Check it out here.
www.almondfinancial.co.uk
April 20, 2025 at 7:46 AM
Full monthly state pension for post-2016 UK retiree is £997.75. Only 27% receive it.
Elsewhere:
Luxembourg £5,426
Norway £1,839
Switzerland £1,657
Denmark £1,486
Sweden £1,373
Belgium £1,338
Netherlands £1,322
France £1,254
Spain £1,238
UK GDP spend on pension is less than OECD average.
Elsewhere:
Luxembourg £5,426
Norway £1,839
Switzerland £1,657
Denmark £1,486
Sweden £1,373
Belgium £1,338
Netherlands £1,322
France £1,254
Spain £1,238
UK GDP spend on pension is less than OECD average.
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I'm really sorry, but we just need to stop doing this. Your wood-burning hygge leads directly to people's deaths - other people's and perhaps your own.
www.theguardian.com/environment/...
www.theguardian.com/environment/...
Map reveals residential wood-burning hotspots in England and Wales
Researchers analyse energy performance certificate data to identify areas with potentially high particle pollution
www.theguardian.com
April 18, 2025 at 8:16 AM
I'm really sorry, but we just need to stop doing this. Your wood-burning hygge leads directly to people's deaths - other people's and perhaps your own.
www.theguardian.com/environment/...
www.theguardian.com/environment/...
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Nigel Farage has told ITV News the first thing he would do as prime minister if he won a general election would be to remove the UK from the European Convention on Human Rights
That alone is good reason never to vote for Reform UK.
THIS IS WHY
youtu.be/MdiDDJrQUJA?...
That alone is good reason never to vote for Reform UK.
THIS IS WHY
youtu.be/MdiDDJrQUJA?...
Nigel Farage says first thing he would do as PM if he won a GE would be to remove UK from the ECHR
YouTube video by Peter Stefanovic
youtu.be
April 18, 2025 at 7:34 AM
Nigel Farage has told ITV News the first thing he would do as prime minister if he won a general election would be to remove the UK from the European Convention on Human Rights
That alone is good reason never to vote for Reform UK.
THIS IS WHY
youtu.be/MdiDDJrQUJA?...
That alone is good reason never to vote for Reform UK.
THIS IS WHY
youtu.be/MdiDDJrQUJA?...
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Whole ecosystems have been 'decimated' and endangered species put at risk after weeks of wildfires across the UK, charities have warned
Whole ecosystems ‘decimated’ by weeks of wildfires, charities warn
Whole ecosystems have been “decimated” and endangered species put at risk after weeks of wildfires across the UK, charities have warned. One of the driest Marches in decades, combined with warmer than...
nation.cymru
April 17, 2025 at 6:01 AM
Whole ecosystems have been 'decimated' and endangered species put at risk after weeks of wildfires across the UK, charities have warned
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I have described Michael Gove in sworn evidence as a “deliberate and disgraceful liar”. goodlaw.social/flbv
Covid inquiry: Maugham hits back at Gove | Good Law Project
The former minister attacked Good Law Project while under pressure at the Covid inquiry over the unlawful VIP lane. But should we listen to a ‘deliberate and disgraceful liar’?
goodlaw.social
April 17, 2025 at 1:12 PM
I have described Michael Gove in sworn evidence as a “deliberate and disgraceful liar”. goodlaw.social/flbv
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England water pollution at 10-year high as sewage dumping in rivers, lakes and seas accelerates.
Higher bills, more abuse.
Water industry is 90% foreign owned. Shareholders have no contact with the consequences of cash extraction.
Only nationalisation offers hope
Higher bills, more abuse.
Water industry is 90% foreign owned. Shareholders have no contact with the consequences of cash extraction.
Only nationalisation offers hope
England's serious water pollution incidents at 10-year high
Campaigners release official data showing the most serious pollution incidents in England are double the target.
www.bbc.co.uk
April 17, 2025 at 6:08 AM
England water pollution at 10-year high as sewage dumping in rivers, lakes and seas accelerates.
Higher bills, more abuse.
Water industry is 90% foreign owned. Shareholders have no contact with the consequences of cash extraction.
Only nationalisation offers hope
Higher bills, more abuse.
Water industry is 90% foreign owned. Shareholders have no contact with the consequences of cash extraction.
Only nationalisation offers hope
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But association is not causation. These were all health professionals, mostly nurses. People who eat certain foods are healthier -- OR healthier people eat certain foods -- OR bit of both.
🔔🧪 A 30-year study in Nature Medicine identifies the #foods you should prioritize for #healthy mental and physical #aging and those that may harm your health. (Important:
exercise, smoking, and BMI were accounted for! 😇)
#health #food #diet
www.news-medical.net/news/2025032...
exercise, smoking, and BMI were accounted for! 😇)
#health #food #diet
www.news-medical.net/news/2025032...
The best diet for aging well, backed by a 30-year study of 100,000 people
A 30-year study of over 100,000 U.S. adults found that consistent adherence to healthy dietary patterns, especially the AHEI, was strongly linked to successful aging. Diets rich in plant-based foods a...
www.news-medical.net
April 14, 2025 at 6:29 PM
But association is not causation. These were all health professionals, mostly nurses. People who eat certain foods are healthier -- OR healthier people eat certain foods -- OR bit of both.
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Gordon Brown says Britain can only “build back better” by “working ever more closely with the EU” and calls for a global "economic coalition of the willing... to coordinate economic policies across continents if we are to safeguard jobs and living standards.” ~AA
www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025...
www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025...
Gordon Brown calls for ‘economic coalition of the willing’ to tackle Trump tariffs
Former PM says it is also the moment for the UK to go even further in renewing ties with the EU
www.theguardian.com
April 14, 2025 at 6:07 PM
Gordon Brown says Britain can only “build back better” by “working ever more closely with the EU” and calls for a global "economic coalition of the willing... to coordinate economic policies across continents if we are to safeguard jobs and living standards.” ~AA
www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025...
www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025...
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We’ve had enough of the Brexit failure, we really don’t trust Trump’s America and we want a better, more prosperous relationship with our European neighbours…
“Will of the people” got us into this Brexit mess, why shouldn’t it get us out of it too?
www.theguardian.com/politics/202...
“Will of the people” got us into this Brexit mess, why shouldn’t it get us out of it too?
www.theguardian.com/politics/202...
Voters want Keir Starmer to focus on rebuilding trade ties with EU, poll reveals
Open trade with Europe is more important to the UK than a deal with Donald Trump, most Britons believe
www.theguardian.com
April 13, 2025 at 7:43 AM
We’ve had enough of the Brexit failure, we really don’t trust Trump’s America and we want a better, more prosperous relationship with our European neighbours…
“Will of the people” got us into this Brexit mess, why shouldn’t it get us out of it too?
www.theguardian.com/politics/202...
“Will of the people” got us into this Brexit mess, why shouldn’t it get us out of it too?
www.theguardian.com/politics/202...
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In case you missed it ...
When we were in the EU, there were signs all over the place showing how the EU was investing in our towns and regions. And best of all, EU funding was shared out EQUALLY and FAIRLY across all parts of the UK, regardless of which party was in power.
#RejoinEU 🇬🇧🇪🇺
When we were in the EU, there were signs all over the place showing how the EU was investing in our towns and regions. And best of all, EU funding was shared out EQUALLY and FAIRLY across all parts of the UK, regardless of which party was in power.
#RejoinEU 🇬🇧🇪🇺
April 13, 2025 at 9:16 PM
In case you missed it ...
When we were in the EU, there were signs all over the place showing how the EU was investing in our towns and regions. And best of all, EU funding was shared out EQUALLY and FAIRLY across all parts of the UK, regardless of which party was in power.
#RejoinEU 🇬🇧🇪🇺
When we were in the EU, there were signs all over the place showing how the EU was investing in our towns and regions. And best of all, EU funding was shared out EQUALLY and FAIRLY across all parts of the UK, regardless of which party was in power.
#RejoinEU 🇬🇧🇪🇺
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So, if we call it “youth opportunity scheme” instead of “youth mobility scheme”, then Brexiters might not have a wettie about it and govt can relax.
Honest to god. When did we get so petty and pathetic?
Oh yes. 2016.
www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/poli...
Honest to god. When did we get so petty and pathetic?
Oh yes. 2016.
www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/poli...
Post-Brexit youth mobility scheme with EU on the table under a different name
Exclusive: There is growing optimism that a fresh proposal for youth mobility across the UK and EU will be accepted by the government
www.independent.co.uk
April 12, 2025 at 8:04 PM
So, if we call it “youth opportunity scheme” instead of “youth mobility scheme”, then Brexiters might not have a wettie about it and govt can relax.
Honest to god. When did we get so petty and pathetic?
Oh yes. 2016.
www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/poli...
Honest to god. When did we get so petty and pathetic?
Oh yes. 2016.
www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/poli...
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‘EU Youth mobility scheme on the table’
Lib Dem spokesperson James MacCleary : "Whatever the scheme is called, 'youth mobility', 'youth exchange'
[…], it's essential that the UK delivers for young people who deserve the chance to work and live in Europe.”
www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/poli...
Lib Dem spokesperson James MacCleary : "Whatever the scheme is called, 'youth mobility', 'youth exchange'
[…], it's essential that the UK delivers for young people who deserve the chance to work and live in Europe.”
www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/poli...
Post-Brexit youth mobility scheme with EU on the table under a different name
Exclusive: There is growing optimism that a fresh proposal for youth mobility across the UK and EU will be accepted by the government
www.independent.co.uk
April 12, 2025 at 5:03 PM
‘EU Youth mobility scheme on the table’
Lib Dem spokesperson James MacCleary : "Whatever the scheme is called, 'youth mobility', 'youth exchange'
[…], it's essential that the UK delivers for young people who deserve the chance to work and live in Europe.”
www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/poli...
Lib Dem spokesperson James MacCleary : "Whatever the scheme is called, 'youth mobility', 'youth exchange'
[…], it's essential that the UK delivers for young people who deserve the chance to work and live in Europe.”
www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/poli...