@sarahbettany.bsky.social
A gay medical student is trapped in Iran, where being who he is puts him in danger. Italy’s refusal to let him return puts a life at risk. Act now. a.allout.org/s/Pa3Qw/
Italy: Bring him back! Gay student trapped in Iran
A gay medical student is trapped in Iran, where being who he is puts him in danger. Italy’s refusal to let him return puts a life at risk. Act now
a.allout.org
February 10, 2026 at 10:56 AM
A gay medical student is trapped in Iran, where being who he is puts him in danger. Italy’s refusal to let him return puts a life at risk. Act now. a.allout.org/s/Pa3Qw/
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It's dangerous and irresponsible to be putting our national security in the hands of Donald Trump and not be considering alternatives to NATO.
www.newstatesman.com/politics/uk-...
www.newstatesman.com/politics/uk-...
Trump's threat to Greenland must be a wake-up call for Britain
For too long our politicians have toadied to a dangerous president
www.newstatesman.com
February 2, 2026 at 7:40 AM
It's dangerous and irresponsible to be putting our national security in the hands of Donald Trump and not be considering alternatives to NATO.
www.newstatesman.com/politics/uk-...
www.newstatesman.com/politics/uk-...
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"We need politicians who will tell it straight..."
@zackpolanski.bsky.social on Sunday with Laura Kuenssberg.
@zackpolanski.bsky.social on Sunday with Laura Kuenssberg.
February 1, 2026 at 10:18 AM
"We need politicians who will tell it straight..."
@zackpolanski.bsky.social on Sunday with Laura Kuenssberg.
@zackpolanski.bsky.social on Sunday with Laura Kuenssberg.
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Impressive how Zack keeps his cool in the face of such ludicrously twisted questioning.
#bbclaurak asks @zackpolanski.bsky.social, doesn't opposing genocide stir up division?
February 1, 2026 at 12:21 PM
Impressive how Zack keeps his cool in the face of such ludicrously twisted questioning.
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Thanks for all the messages of hope from my leaders interview with @bbclaurak.bsky.social
This is it. This is our moment.
We're taking on Reform.
Join.greenparty.org.uk
This is it. This is our moment.
We're taking on Reform.
Join.greenparty.org.uk
February 1, 2026 at 11:20 AM
Thanks for all the messages of hope from my leaders interview with @bbclaurak.bsky.social
This is it. This is our moment.
We're taking on Reform.
Join.greenparty.org.uk
This is it. This is our moment.
We're taking on Reform.
Join.greenparty.org.uk
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"One of the groups that's feeling it the most is renters."
@zackpolanski.bsky.social outlines the need for evidence-based rent controls to help close the inequality gap on Sunday with Laura Kuenssberg.
@zackpolanski.bsky.social outlines the need for evidence-based rent controls to help close the inequality gap on Sunday with Laura Kuenssberg.
February 1, 2026 at 2:02 PM
"One of the groups that's feeling it the most is renters."
@zackpolanski.bsky.social outlines the need for evidence-based rent controls to help close the inequality gap on Sunday with Laura Kuenssberg.
@zackpolanski.bsky.social outlines the need for evidence-based rent controls to help close the inequality gap on Sunday with Laura Kuenssberg.
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People are struggling.
We need to lower bills, protect our NHS and rebuild our public services.
My interview with #BBCLauraK
Great to see Green Party membership rising once again!
youtu.be/lMmDM_PvHyc?...
We need to lower bills, protect our NHS and rebuild our public services.
My interview with #BBCLauraK
Great to see Green Party membership rising once again!
youtu.be/lMmDM_PvHyc?...
Green Party is the party "of the 99%", says leader Zack Polanski | Sunday with Laura Kuenssberg
YouTube video by BBC Politics
youtu.be
February 1, 2026 at 3:35 PM
People are struggling.
We need to lower bills, protect our NHS and rebuild our public services.
My interview with #BBCLauraK
Great to see Green Party membership rising once again!
youtu.be/lMmDM_PvHyc?...
We need to lower bills, protect our NHS and rebuild our public services.
My interview with #BBCLauraK
Great to see Green Party membership rising once again!
youtu.be/lMmDM_PvHyc?...
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So @zackpolanski.bsky.social was brilliant on @bbclaurak.bsky.social just now - this is what making hope normal again looks like 🙌👏💚
"We need politicians who will tell it straight..."
@zackpolanski.bsky.social on Sunday with Laura Kuenssberg.
@zackpolanski.bsky.social on Sunday with Laura Kuenssberg.
February 1, 2026 at 10:24 AM
So @zackpolanski.bsky.social was brilliant on @bbclaurak.bsky.social just now - this is what making hope normal again looks like 🙌👏💚
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#bbclaurak asks @zackpolanski.bsky.social, doesn't opposing genocide stir up division?
February 1, 2026 at 9:56 AM
#bbclaurak asks @zackpolanski.bsky.social, doesn't opposing genocide stir up division?
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Great to talk to Channel 4 news.
Gorton and Denton is between the Green Party and Reform.
Hannah Spencer - our Mancunian plumber who knows the value of work.
We're fighting back.
Get involved: join.greenparty.org.uk
Gorton and Denton is between the Green Party and Reform.
Hannah Spencer - our Mancunian plumber who knows the value of work.
We're fighting back.
Get involved: join.greenparty.org.uk
February 1, 2026 at 12:19 PM
Great to talk to Channel 4 news.
Gorton and Denton is between the Green Party and Reform.
Hannah Spencer - our Mancunian plumber who knows the value of work.
We're fighting back.
Get involved: join.greenparty.org.uk
Gorton and Denton is between the Green Party and Reform.
Hannah Spencer - our Mancunian plumber who knows the value of work.
We're fighting back.
Get involved: join.greenparty.org.uk
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Zack Polanski deals with every "gotcha" question with ease when I've seen him interviewed - giving straightforward and honest answers. How refreshing
February 2, 2026 at 7:17 AM
Zack Polanski deals with every "gotcha" question with ease when I've seen him interviewed - giving straightforward and honest answers. How refreshing
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Rights are won through struggle and solidarity.
Scottish Greens will stand with and fight for LGBTQIA+ people, always. 🏳️🌈🏳️⚧️
Scottish Greens will stand with and fight for LGBTQIA+ people, always. 🏳️🌈🏳️⚧️
February 1, 2026 at 3:16 PM
Rights are won through struggle and solidarity.
Scottish Greens will stand with and fight for LGBTQIA+ people, always. 🏳️🌈🏳️⚧️
Scottish Greens will stand with and fight for LGBTQIA+ people, always. 🏳️🌈🏳️⚧️
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Frank McKenna: "The political obsession with net zero migration is becoming detached from economic reality.
"The UK is an ageing society with persistent labour shortages. Our economy depends on access to global talent."
https://bestforbritain.substack.com/p/net-zero-migration-is-an-economic
"The UK is an ageing society with persistent labour shortages. Our economy depends on access to global talent."
https://bestforbritain.substack.com/p/net-zero-migration-is-an-economic
Net Zero migration is an economic own goal
By Frank McKenna
bestforbritain.substack.com
February 1, 2026 at 6:00 PM
Frank McKenna: "The political obsession with net zero migration is becoming detached from economic reality.
"The UK is an ageing society with persistent labour shortages. Our economy depends on access to global talent."
https://bestforbritain.substack.com/p/net-zero-migration-is-an-economic
"The UK is an ageing society with persistent labour shortages. Our economy depends on access to global talent."
https://bestforbritain.substack.com/p/net-zero-migration-is-an-economic
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In just a few short months Scotland will go to the polls and elect its next government.
Now is your chance to help us build a greener future. 👇
💚 greens.scot/join
💵 greens.scot/donate
Now is your chance to help us build a greener future. 👇
💚 greens.scot/join
💵 greens.scot/donate
February 1, 2026 at 8:53 PM
In just a few short months Scotland will go to the polls and elect its next government.
Now is your chance to help us build a greener future. 👇
💚 greens.scot/join
💵 greens.scot/donate
Now is your chance to help us build a greener future. 👇
💚 greens.scot/join
💵 greens.scot/donate
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Please spread this far and wide, as stories don't get much bigger than this. When the government blocks even the intelligence services from telling us we're heading for environmental catastrophe, you know we have a problem. A very big problem.
Thank you.
www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
Thank you.
www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
The UK government didn't want you to see this report on ecosystem collapse. I'm not surprised | George Monbiot
It took an FOI request to bring this national security assessment to light. For ‘doomsayers’ like us, it is the ultimate vindication, says Guardian columnist George Monbiot
www.theguardian.com
January 28, 2026 at 7:18 AM
Please spread this far and wide, as stories don't get much bigger than this. When the government blocks even the intelligence services from telling us we're heading for environmental catastrophe, you know we have a problem. A very big problem.
Thank you.
www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
Thank you.
www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
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Boost and rage donate 🇺🇦
January 28, 2026 at 5:36 PM
Boost and rage donate 🇺🇦
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"We’re a movement for change with real answers to the struggles people across the country are facing – we have bold solutions to bring down bills, rebuild our public services and make life better for people in this country."
metro.co.uk/2026/01/28/z...
metro.co.uk/2026/01/28/z...
Reform’s choice in Gorton and Denton tells you everything you need to know
Goodwin is a dangerous extremist with views on race that the vast majority of us find absolutely abhorrent.
metro.co.uk
January 28, 2026 at 5:36 PM
"We’re a movement for change with real answers to the struggles people across the country are facing – we have bold solutions to bring down bills, rebuild our public services and make life better for people in this country."
metro.co.uk/2026/01/28/z...
metro.co.uk/2026/01/28/z...
ICE is detaining LGBT+ asylum seekers with no criminal record and separating same-sex families, even when people are following the law. This is happening right now. I just signed this petition – can you add your name too? a.allout.org/s/O53MQ/
USA: Stop ICE from targeting LGBT+ asylum seekers
ICE is detaining LGBT+ asylum seekers with no criminal record, separating same-sex families, and punishing people for complying with the law. Sign to demand this stops now.
a.allout.org
January 28, 2026 at 6:03 PM
ICE is detaining LGBT+ asylum seekers with no criminal record and separating same-sex families, even when people are following the law. This is happening right now. I just signed this petition – can you add your name too? a.allout.org/s/O53MQ/
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Many world leaders have pursued a strategy of appeasement. They fawned over Trump and praised him with disastrous results. This week, we finally saw that begin to change.
The UK Government must accept that it can no longer treat the US as a reliable security partner.
The UK Government must accept that it can no longer treat the US as a reliable security partner.
Patrick Harvie: Donald Trump’s grifting lackeys are even worse than he is
WRITING a column about Donald Trump’s antics on the world stage is fraught with uncertainty. As I type, his position appears to have shifted…
www.thenational.scot
January 23, 2026 at 12:53 PM
Many world leaders have pursued a strategy of appeasement. They fawned over Trump and praised him with disastrous results. This week, we finally saw that begin to change.
The UK Government must accept that it can no longer treat the US as a reliable security partner.
The UK Government must accept that it can no longer treat the US as a reliable security partner.
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🎉 Green GAIN from Reform! 🎉
💚 Congratulations to Lian Pizzey on being elected in Horsley division on Derbyshire County Council!
💚 Congratulations to Lian Pizzey on being elected in Horsley division on Derbyshire County Council!
January 21, 2026 at 1:45 PM
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❗ Green GAIN from Reform
Tuesday's Horsley (Derbyshire) council by-election result:
GRN: 43.6% (+16.7)
REF: 35.5% (+0.6)
CON: 13.9% (-9.0)
LAB: 3.8% (-6.5)
ADV: 1.9% (+1.9)
LDEM: 1.4% (-2.0)
No Ind (-1.7) as prev.
+/- 2025
andrewteale.me.uk/previews
Tuesday's Horsley (Derbyshire) council by-election result:
GRN: 43.6% (+16.7)
REF: 35.5% (+0.6)
CON: 13.9% (-9.0)
LAB: 3.8% (-6.5)
ADV: 1.9% (+1.9)
LDEM: 1.4% (-2.0)
No Ind (-1.7) as prev.
+/- 2025
andrewteale.me.uk/previews
Andrew’s Previews | Andrew Teale | Substack
"All the right votes, but not necessarily in the right order". Click to read Andrew’s Previews, by Andrew Teale, a Substack publication with thousands of subscribers.
andrewteale.me.uk
January 22, 2026 at 7:13 AM
❗ Green GAIN from Reform
Tuesday's Horsley (Derbyshire) council by-election result:
GRN: 43.6% (+16.7)
REF: 35.5% (+0.6)
CON: 13.9% (-9.0)
LAB: 3.8% (-6.5)
ADV: 1.9% (+1.9)
LDEM: 1.4% (-2.0)
No Ind (-1.7) as prev.
+/- 2025
andrewteale.me.uk/previews
Tuesday's Horsley (Derbyshire) council by-election result:
GRN: 43.6% (+16.7)
REF: 35.5% (+0.6)
CON: 13.9% (-9.0)
LAB: 3.8% (-6.5)
ADV: 1.9% (+1.9)
LDEM: 1.4% (-2.0)
No Ind (-1.7) as prev.
+/- 2025
andrewteale.me.uk/previews
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South Korea's high court struck down its abortion law 7 years ago. The gov't is still trying to pass a new law, with disagreement over gestational limits. But why do they even need a law? Canada has had no law or gestational limits since 1988 and everything's fine. Abortion is healthcare.
Term limits debate slows abortion's path out of legal limbo
Debate is intensifying over abortion limits in South Korea, as lawmakers move to address a legal vacuum that has persisted since the Constitutional Court struck
www.koreaherald.com
January 21, 2026 at 2:38 AM
South Korea's high court struck down its abortion law 7 years ago. The gov't is still trying to pass a new law, with disagreement over gestational limits. But why do they even need a law? Canada has had no law or gestational limits since 1988 and everything's fine. Abortion is healthcare.
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'The government needs to properly fund councils'
Hackney Mayoral candidate @zoe.garbett.bskysocial discusses the impact of underfunded councils on local communities, jobs and services.
Hackney Mayoral candidate @zoe.garbett.bskysocial discusses the impact of underfunded councils on local communities, jobs and services.
January 21, 2026 at 5:01 PM
'The government needs to properly fund councils'
Hackney Mayoral candidate @zoe.garbett.bskysocial discusses the impact of underfunded councils on local communities, jobs and services.
Hackney Mayoral candidate @zoe.garbett.bskysocial discusses the impact of underfunded councils on local communities, jobs and services.
It was so interesting looking at the breakdown of this - the results were generally pretty even except politically, slightly more Conservatives and significantly more Reform voters believe the U.S. military should be on U.K. soil.
Zack Polanski has said that Britain should expel US forces from the UK if the country seizes Greenland - a proposal 55% of Britons support
Support: 55%
Oppose: 22%
yougov.co.uk/topics/trave...
Support: 55%
Oppose: 22%
yougov.co.uk/topics/trave...
January 21, 2026 at 5:20 PM
It was so interesting looking at the breakdown of this - the results were generally pretty even except politically, slightly more Conservatives and significantly more Reform voters believe the U.S. military should be on U.K. soil.