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paulnchlsn
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Music fan in South Cheshire
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/stne
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 26, 2025 at 11:21 AM
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I (JW) wrote some words about Mani over on the Patreon page - free to read, if you're interested in this kind of thing.

www.patreon.com/posts/144285...
In memoriam - Mani | J. Willgoose, Esq. / Public Service Broadcasting
Get more from J. Willgoose, Esq. / Public Service Broadcasting on Patreon
www.patreon.com
November 24, 2025 at 1:11 PM
🚨 TAKE ACTION: I’ve emailed my MP, now will you email yours?

Reject plans for a mandatory digital ID & stand up for civil liberties

Use @BigBrotherWatch's quick & easy tool ⤵️
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November 18, 2025 at 2:27 PM
Fed up with Farage? Me too. I’ve signed the Never Nigel Pledge. Add your name today, and help show that division and hate have no place in our communities.

secure.hopenothate.org.uk/page/170649/... @hopenothate.org.uk
Take the Pledge: “I’ll never vote for Nigel Farage”
Join thousands across Britain taking the Never Nigel Pledge. Say no to hate and division and help stop Reform UK from tearing apart our communities. Let's show there is strength in standing together f...
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November 17, 2025 at 5:44 PM
It's time to change the laws around streaming services so that musicians get their fair share! Join me in signing to Musicians' Union petition to fix streaming! www.megaphone.org.uk/petitions/ch...
Change the law to fix music streaming
It's time to change the laws around streaming services so that musicians get their fair share! Join me in signing to Musicians' Union petition to fix streaming!
www.megaphone.org.uk
October 2, 2025 at 11:30 AM
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Probably my favourite Kate Bush song. The old band covered it in 2011, I love our version, video done by my friend Andy, who later made the Benefits video Warhorse.

youtu.be/wwN2IPOp4xU?...
September 22, 2025 at 9:51 AM
A new law could give millions of us better rights at work, but corporate lobbyists & politicians are trying to gut it. Tell the Government: protect workers, not profits!
you.38degrees.org.uk/petitions/uk...
UK Government: Keep your promise to protect workers
Zero hours contracts, unfair ‘fire and rehire’, waiting months or even years to be able to access benefits – the world of work in our country is weighted against actual workers. It’s billionaire bosse...
you.38degrees.org.uk
September 15, 2025 at 2:35 PM
The Government is planning to roll out mandatory digital ID. It’s invasive and could mean millions of people unable to go about their daily lives. Right now it's just an idea - we need to stop it becoming a reality. Join me and sign the petition now! 38d.gs/cx2a
Reject plans for a mandatory BritCard (digital ID)
Sir Keir Starmer is considering a mandatory digital ID scheme called “BritCard” that would make us all reliant on a digital pass to go about our daily lives. Mandatory digital IDs give the state enor...
38d.gs
August 24, 2025 at 10:25 AM
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“I love the dense, heavyweight feel of ‘shellacs’ and the ‘pan of chips’ hiss when you drop the bamboo needle into the groove.” vizcomic.bsky.social addresses the vinyl revival at last.
August 19, 2025 at 8:30 AM
We Can Make an Impact.
Free Lindsay and Craig Foreman
chng.it
August 10, 2025 at 10:41 AM
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This is how it should work: Big gigs boost the economy, and that success is shared with the grassroots. Manchester City Council is setting aside almost £250,000 from this summer’s huge shows.

#Manchester #Oasis #GrassrootsMusicvenues
July 31, 2025 at 11:03 AM
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Big news.

The Royal Albert Hall has just become the first 5,000+ capacity arena to permanently adopt the £1 grassroots levy on all commercial rock and pop shows from October 2025 - a move that could raise £300,000 a year to support the foundations of the UK’s live music scene.
July 21, 2025 at 4:58 PM
The Government is planning to roll out mandatory digital ID. It’s invasive and could mean millions of people unable to go about their daily lives. Right now it's just an idea - we need to stop it becoming a reality. Join me and sign the petition now! you.38degrees.org.uk/petitions/re...
Reject plans for a mandatory BritCard (digital ID)
Sir Keir Starmer is considering a mandatory digital ID scheme called “BritCard” that would make us all reliant on a digital pass to go about our daily lives. Mandatory digital IDs give the state enor...
you.38degrees.org.uk
June 29, 2025 at 10:22 AM
Caught lobbying for cash or bullying in Parliament? You can still return to the House of Lords - for life.
No real consequences. No accountability.
Sign now to kick rule-breakers out for good.
you.38degrees.org.uk/petitions/ba...
Ban rule-breaking peers from the House of Lords.
Lords found guilty of serious misconduct – like bullying or lobbying for cash – still get to make our laws. I just signed a petition to kick rule-breaking peers out of the Lords for good. Want to add...
you.38degrees.org.uk
June 8, 2025 at 9:07 AM
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AI and bot farms are already having an impact on music streaming, and independent musicians are paying the price

Read more from Vice Chair of the MU's Executive Committee @mwhitesidecomp.bsky.social in @theguardian.com:
AI, bot farms and innocent indie victims: how music streaming became a hotbed of fraud and fakery
Fraudsters use fake artists to juice royalties from streaming services – but real musicians are getting blamed. Might they be better off without Spotify et al?
www.theguardian.com
June 6, 2025 at 2:12 PM
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You can do a lot for grassroots venues without spending a penny... clap loud, share a post, get there early for the support band, and not be a d*ck…
June 5, 2025 at 2:56 PM
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Celebrating its 15th edition this year, Wrexham showcase festival Focus Wales (@focuswales.bsky.social) has become a beacon for inclusivity and discovery, blending Welsh talent with global voices, and proving that the most vital music moments happen far from industry elitism.
Review of FOCUS Wales 2025: The grassroots festival redefining music’s future from Wrexham
Celebrating its 15th year, FOCUS Wales has become a beacon for inclusivity and discovery, blending Welsh talent with global voices, and proving that the most vital music moments happen far from…
buff.ly
June 3, 2025 at 12:12 PM
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Getdown Services detail forthcoming EP, Primordial Slot Machine, and announce a UK headline tour for November
Getdown Services detail forthcoming EP, Primordial Slot Machine
Bristol’s Getdown Services have announced their forthcoming EP, Primordial Slot Machine, alongside the release of its lead single, "Eat Quiche, Sleep, Repeat".
buff.ly
April 29, 2025 at 12:30 PM
Donald Trump could be given the honour of addressing the UK parliament. We can't let him spout his idiocy and hate in the heart of our democracy. MPs are pushing back - now it’s our turn. Sign the petition to stop this national embarrassment: 38d.gs/yfl7
Block Trump from addressing Parliament
I've just signed 38 Degrees' petition calling on Trump to be banned from addressing the UK Parliament during his state visit later this year. Will you join me and add your name too?
38d.gs
April 25, 2025 at 11:57 AM
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We’ve dug deep into the FOCUS Wales line-up to spotlight three artists set to stun next month in Wrexham – Faroe Islands songwriter Elinborg, Cardiff five-piece Red Telephone, and Teesside artist Jodie Nicholson.
Spotlighting the rising stars at Focus Wales 2025: Jodie Nicholson, Red Telephone, and Elinborg
We dig into the line-up at this year's FOCUS Wales to spotlight three artists set to stun next month in Wrexham.
buff.ly
April 14, 2025 at 2:47 PM
RIP
April 13, 2025 at 11:36 AM
NDAs can silence victims of abuse & harassment. Let's change this! Sign the petition to ensure the Employment Rights Bill bans NDAs in cases of misconduct. #StopAbusiveNDAs #EmploymentRightsBill you.38degrees.org.uk/petitions/st...
Stop employers covering up abuse
Hey! Do you remember the Harvey Weinstein case? Non Disclosure Agreements silenced victims of abuse - and it's not just happening in Hollywood. They're used in the UK to cover up all kinds of miscondu...
you.38degrees.org.uk
April 10, 2025 at 10:58 PM