Patricia S Paton 🏴🇧🇷
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Image creator | Editor-in-chief @bylines.scot | Tech Coordinator @bylinesnetwork.co.uk
Former bench scientist and lecturer.
BSc. Biochemistry & Immunology, MSc. Cellular and Molecular Biology, PhD. Immunology.
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Former bench scientist and lecturer.
BSc. Biochemistry & Immunology, MSc. Cellular and Molecular Biology, PhD. Immunology.
No DMs please
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A series based on the ephemerality of life from knowledge eagerness to a possible self-destruction.
#photography
#photography
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A sense of outrage, déjà vu and exasperation at the state of the present – the comment “I’m not surprised” is not relevant, the question should be, what to do? | Joanna Krahe @jolk.bsky.social
Not being surprised – inaction is our enemies’ lifeline
A sense of outrage, déjà vu and exasperation at the state of the present – the comment “I’m not surprised” is not relevant, the question should be, what to do?
bylines.scot
November 27, 2025 at 6:40 PM
A sense of outrage, déjà vu and exasperation at the state of the present – the comment “I’m not surprised” is not relevant, the question should be, what to do? | Joanna Krahe @jolk.bsky.social
“Brazil, with 88% of its electricity coming from renewable sources and a unique history of biofuels, is well placed to lead this agenda [Fossil Fuel Treaty], but has chosen not to support the initiative led by Colombia.”
COP30’s timid financial commitment disappoint many delegations as climate goals cannot thus be achieved | Juliana Falcao and William Bach
The COP30 paradox
COP30’s timid financial commitment disappoint many delegations as climate goals cannot thus be achieved
bylines.scot
November 23, 2025 at 5:46 PM
“Brazil, with 88% of its electricity coming from renewable sources and a unique history of biofuels, is well placed to lead this agenda [Fossil Fuel Treaty], but has chosen not to support the initiative led by Colombia.”
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"We need to have a very healthy, growing tax base in Scotland."
#Independence
#UnfinishedBusiness
#Scotland🏴
#Independence
#UnfinishedBusiness
#Scotland🏴
Professor James Mitchell talks about his new book
Martin Roche talks to Edinburgh University's Professor James Mitchell about his new book, Unfinished Business
bylines.scot
November 22, 2025 at 10:32 AM
"We need to have a very healthy, growing tax base in Scotland."
#Independence
#UnfinishedBusiness
#Scotland🏴
#Independence
#UnfinishedBusiness
#Scotland🏴
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"Will we be able to have free and fair elections in the coming months? Will DT start a war to justify canceling the 2028 election and stay in office to avoid jail? Will another pandemic sweep the world because of our cruel, self-imposed ineptitude?"
Cry the beloved country: the view from Maine
Before the actual administration, America felt steady; now under Democratic leadership, drift grows – and Americans are waking up to reclaim direction
bylines.scot
November 21, 2025 at 9:35 AM
"Will we be able to have free and fair elections in the coming months? Will DT start a war to justify canceling the 2028 election and stay in office to avoid jail? Will another pandemic sweep the world because of our cruel, self-imposed ineptitude?"
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Martin Roche talks to Edinburgh University's Professor James Mitchell about his new book, Unfinished Business | Bylines Scotland Radio
Professor James Mitchell talks about his new book
Martin Roche talks to Edinburgh University's Professor James Mitchell about his new book, Unfinished Business
bylines.scot
November 19, 2025 at 11:18 AM
Martin Roche talks to Edinburgh University's Professor James Mitchell about his new book, Unfinished Business | Bylines Scotland Radio
What a way to qualify!!!!!! 🏴🏴🏴🏴🏴⚽️⚽️⚽️
November 18, 2025 at 9:57 PM
What a way to qualify!!!!!! 🏴🏴🏴🏴🏴⚽️⚽️⚽️
What a gooool! C’mon 🏴🏴🏴🏴🏴💙🤍💙🤍
November 18, 2025 at 7:51 PM
What a gooool! C’mon 🏴🏴🏴🏴🏴💙🤍💙🤍
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This is very disturbing news. We're looking for a local writer to give us the details. If you can help please contact editor@bylines.scot
Exxon Mobil to close part of plant at Mossmorran
Hundreds of staff have been told their jobs are at risk with the Fife Ethylene Plant in Mossmorran due to close in February.
www.bbc.co.uk
November 18, 2025 at 1:56 PM
This is very disturbing news. We're looking for a local writer to give us the details. If you can help please contact editor@bylines.scot
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"Scottish Government’s plans to issue £1.5bn in bonds (nicknamed as ‘kilts’ to mimic the term used for UK government bonds – gilts) is to be welcomed."
The Scottish Government ‘kilts’ – progress or false dawn?
Holyrood's plan to issue Scottish Government bonds would enable Scotland to borrow money for its own economic agenda
bylines.scot
November 17, 2025 at 3:22 PM
"Scottish Government’s plans to issue £1.5bn in bonds (nicknamed as ‘kilts’ to mimic the term used for UK government bonds – gilts) is to be welcomed."
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Not all superheroes wear capes and few can boast the superpower of staring | Ronnie Barbour @ronniebarbour.bsky.social
“Whit ur you starin’ at?”
Not all superheroes wear capes and few can boast the superpower of staring
bylines.scot
November 16, 2025 at 5:07 PM
Not all superheroes wear capes and few can boast the superpower of staring | Ronnie Barbour @ronniebarbour.bsky.social
C’mon Scotland!!!! 🏴 🏴🏴⚽️⚽️
November 15, 2025 at 9:16 PM
C’mon Scotland!!!! 🏴 🏴🏴⚽️⚽️
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"Already, England has privatised much of the NHS. Indeed, my colleagues down south consider that NHS England is too far gone to bring it back under public ownership. Certainly, with the direction of UK politics, such an opinion seems warranted."
Will Scottish independence improve Scotland’s healthcare?
Egalitarian ideals shape Scotland’s distinct health policies, but independence raises a key question: party agenda or public belief?
bylines.scot
November 15, 2025 at 9:28 AM
"Already, England has privatised much of the NHS. Indeed, my colleagues down south consider that NHS England is too far gone to bring it back under public ownership. Certainly, with the direction of UK politics, such an opinion seems warranted."
A beautiful poem!
The listening flowers – a quiet unfolding | Susana W. Dawn
The listening flowers – a quiet unfolding
The secrecy of flowers
bylines.scot
November 14, 2025 at 2:43 PM
A beautiful poem!
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"... a £50mn to a London-based company ..." why??!!
A must read.
A must read.
Land isn't just about wealth and justice, it's about power. Scotland is cut off from its own land resources and hence is poorer as a nation | Robin McAlpine
@thecommonweal.bsky.social
@thecommonweal.bsky.social
Land is power – Scotland’s people have none
Land isn't just about wealth and justice, it's about power. Scotland is cut off from its own land resources and hence is poorer as a nation
bylines.scot
November 13, 2025 at 5:06 PM
"... a £50mn to a London-based company ..." why??!!
A must read.
A must read.
This is a must read. How British justice system fails victims from those with power and money.
“In such circumstances, accountability can become politically inconvenient.”
Via @sussexbylines.co.uk
“In such circumstances, accountability can become politically inconvenient.”
Via @sussexbylines.co.uk
When power is untouchable: the legal abyss facing Harrods survivors
Survivors of abuse connected to Mohamed Al Fayed’s Harrods empire are discovering what “no one is above the law” really means
sussexbylines.co.uk
November 9, 2025 at 8:09 PM
This is a must read. How British justice system fails victims from those with power and money.
“In such circumstances, accountability can become politically inconvenient.”
Via @sussexbylines.co.uk
“In such circumstances, accountability can become politically inconvenient.”
Via @sussexbylines.co.uk
Very good questions asked to a young politician in this interview
18-year-old Josh Fyvie, recently elected Councillor to Stirling District Council, talked to Martin Roche on the 7 November | Bylines Scotland
@cluthaman.bsky.social
@ronniebarbout.bsky.social
@cluthaman.bsky.social
@ronniebarbout.bsky.social
Josh Fyvie, Stirling District Councillor, talks to Martin Roche
18-year-old Josh Fyvie, recently elected Councillor to Stirling District Council, talked to Martin Roche on the 7 November
bylines.scot
November 8, 2025 at 7:40 PM
Very good questions asked to a young politician in this interview
Worthwhile listening to it!
An exclusive interview with Martin Roche from Bylines Scotland and European politician Guy Verhofstadt
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An exclusive radio interview with former Belgium PM Guy Verhofstadt
An exclusive interview with Martin Roche from Bylines Scotland and European politician Guy Verhofstadt
bylines.scot
November 4, 2025 at 5:42 PM
Worthwhile listening to it!
“…an initial six-figure sum to cover his move from Royal Lodge in Windsor to private accommodation in Sandringham, Norfolk.”
My simple question is: why not take him to court as a ‘commoner’ then??
My simple question is: why not take him to court as a ‘commoner’ then??
Andrew in line for six-figure payout and annual stipend from king, sources say — The Guardian
The former prince remains under scrutiny as Buckingham Palace finalises plans for his future as a commoner
apple.news
November 1, 2025 at 9:35 AM
“…an initial six-figure sum to cover his move from Royal Lodge in Windsor to private accommodation in Sandringham, Norfolk.”
My simple question is: why not take him to court as a ‘commoner’ then??
My simple question is: why not take him to court as a ‘commoner’ then??
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Press release: The answer to Scotland’s housing emergency is in homegrown homes | Bylines Scotland
Makar launches an affordable timber home for a greener Scotland - Bylines Scotland
Press release: The answer to Scotland’s housing emergency is in homegrown homes
bylines.scot
October 31, 2025 at 7:25 PM
Press release: The answer to Scotland’s housing emergency is in homegrown homes | Bylines Scotland
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Listen to what Prof. John Curtice discussed with @ronniebarbour.bsky.social about the latest political polling and what it means to us in Scotland.
Bylines Scotland Radio – Professor John Curtice
Ronnie Barbour and Professor John Curtice discuss the latest political polling and what it means for Scotland ahead of the Holyrood Elections in May 2026
bylines.scot
October 31, 2025 at 10:02 AM
Listen to what Prof. John Curtice discussed with @ronniebarbour.bsky.social about the latest political polling and what it means to us in Scotland.
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The recent Caerphilly by-election result mirrors that of the 2015 general election results in Scotland | James Jobson
Is Wales following in Scotland’s footsteps?
The recent Caerphilly by-election result mirrors that of the 2015 general election results in Scotland
bylines.scot
October 30, 2025 at 4:37 PM
The recent Caerphilly by-election result mirrors that of the 2015 general election results in Scotland | James Jobson
Have you listened to The Talk of the Global Steamie with @ronniebarbour.bsky.social and @cluthaman.bsky.social? You should!
The Talk of The Global Steamie with Martin Roche and Ronnie Barbour
"Why are we scared of the future"
bylines.scot
October 30, 2025 at 3:54 PM
Have you listened to The Talk of the Global Steamie with @ronniebarbour.bsky.social and @cluthaman.bsky.social? You should!
Such an interesting story!
A story of a bygone era but also of an entrepreneur with a strong moral compass, compassion and generosity | Joanna Krahe
@jolk.bsky.social
@jolk.bsky.social
Andrew Ewing founder of the once famed Buttercup Dairy Co.
A story of a bygone era but also of an entrepreneur with a strong moral compass, compassion and generosity
bylines.scot
October 25, 2025 at 7:29 AM
Such an interesting story!