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@ukcla.bsky.social has published two pieces on the Supreme Court judgment. Wrigley’s was praised for its “serious academic engagement” even by those who disagreed. Foran’s has been met with a torrent of personal abuse but zero interaction with the merits of his legal arguments. Both sides though.
Michael Foran: For Women Scotland: Is legal recognition of biological sex a violation of human rights? ukconstitutionallaw.org/2025/05/15/m...
Michael Foran: For Women Scotland: Is legal recognition of biological sex a violation of human rights?
In For Women Scotland v The Scottish Ministers the UK Supreme Court rejected the contention that possession of a Gender Recognition Certificate changes an individual’s sex for the purposes of the E…
ukconstitutionallaw.org
May 15, 2025 at 1:21 PM
@ukcla.bsky.social has published two pieces on the Supreme Court judgment. Wrigley’s was praised for its “serious academic engagement” even by those who disagreed. Foran’s has been met with a torrent of personal abuse but zero interaction with the merits of his legal arguments. Both sides though.
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There’s being bold and there’s being plain bonkers. No-one who thinks for 5 minutes can believe means testing the state pension is a good idea - but that is what Kemi Badenoch says she’s up for
January 16, 2025 at 10:40 PM
There’s being bold and there’s being plain bonkers. No-one who thinks for 5 minutes can believe means testing the state pension is a good idea - but that is what Kemi Badenoch says she’s up for
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To be fair she does look like a chicken.
November 23, 2024 at 2:08 PM
To be fair she does look like a chicken.
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"Elon Musk, whose companies have received nearly $8 billion in government funding through an assortment of federal grants, tax breaks, government subsidies and contracts, proposed today that senior citizens need to 'tighten their belt' to help balance the national budget."
See? It's not hard.
See? It's not hard.
Here one of Elon Musk's lickspittles explains their plan: Persuade regular Americans to accept huge cuts to Social Security and Medicare so that billionaires can get gigantic tax cuts. I don't think they'll be able to pull it off, but we'll see.
November 23, 2024 at 8:07 PM
"Elon Musk, whose companies have received nearly $8 billion in government funding through an assortment of federal grants, tax breaks, government subsidies and contracts, proposed today that senior citizens need to 'tighten their belt' to help balance the national budget."
See? It's not hard.
See? It's not hard.
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…. "I went into hospital and because I didn’t declare it, I lost my benefits, my housing benefits - they sanctioned me. So they stopped all my money and I couldn’t afford to pay my rent," he explains.
November 23, 2024 at 6:29 AM
…. "I went into hospital and because I didn’t declare it, I lost my benefits, my housing benefits - they sanctioned me. So they stopped all my money and I couldn’t afford to pay my rent," he explains.
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You know the "🔹AI Overview" you get on Google Search?
I discovered today that it's repeating as fact something I made up 7 years ago as a joke.
"Kyloren syndrome" is a fictional disease I invented as part of a sting operation to prove that you can publish any nonsense in predatory journals...
I discovered today that it's repeating as fact something I made up 7 years ago as a joke.
"Kyloren syndrome" is a fictional disease I invented as part of a sting operation to prove that you can publish any nonsense in predatory journals...
November 22, 2024 at 4:06 PM
You know the "🔹AI Overview" you get on Google Search?
I discovered today that it's repeating as fact something I made up 7 years ago as a joke.
"Kyloren syndrome" is a fictional disease I invented as part of a sting operation to prove that you can publish any nonsense in predatory journals...
I discovered today that it's repeating as fact something I made up 7 years ago as a joke.
"Kyloren syndrome" is a fictional disease I invented as part of a sting operation to prove that you can publish any nonsense in predatory journals...
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Michael's piece is outstanding (as are the written submissions from Ben Cooper and David Welsh for Sex Matters).
The interpretation arguments based on deeming provisions (which create legal fictions), the narrow effect of deeming provisions, purposive interpretation,
The interpretation arguments based on deeming provisions (which create legal fictions), the narrow effect of deeming provisions, purposive interpretation,
He gets more than his fair share of abuse, we disagree often, but this piece by @michaelpforan.bsky.social is the best lawyering that I have read this week, in any field.
It is detailed, but changed my view on "What is a Woman" in law
knowingius.org/p/uk-supreme...
It is detailed, but changed my view on "What is a Woman" in law
knowingius.org/p/uk-supreme...
UK Supreme Court to decide "what is a woman?"
A detailed look at the arguments
knowingius.org
November 19, 2024 at 8:52 PM
Michael's piece is outstanding (as are the written submissions from Ben Cooper and David Welsh for Sex Matters).
The interpretation arguments based on deeming provisions (which create legal fictions), the narrow effect of deeming provisions, purposive interpretation,
The interpretation arguments based on deeming provisions (which create legal fictions), the narrow effect of deeming provisions, purposive interpretation,
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A hypothesis I have is that a contributing factor to the collapse of public trust is the way we use terms that don't mean what they appear to.
Not just jargon - but terms that are actively misleading.
Examples are 'life' sentences or 'no recourse to public funds'.
Thread.
Not just jargon - but terms that are actively misleading.
Examples are 'life' sentences or 'no recourse to public funds'.
Thread.
November 22, 2024 at 9:45 PM
A hypothesis I have is that a contributing factor to the collapse of public trust is the way we use terms that don't mean what they appear to.
Not just jargon - but terms that are actively misleading.
Examples are 'life' sentences or 'no recourse to public funds'.
Thread.
Not just jargon - but terms that are actively misleading.
Examples are 'life' sentences or 'no recourse to public funds'.
Thread.
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Brexit is a long way down voter agendas because politicians won't talk about it.
If the negative effects of Brexit were explained in a loud clear voice every time each problem it caused arose, it would very quickly rocket up the agenda.
(As has happened - in a more twisted way - with immigration.)
If the negative effects of Brexit were explained in a loud clear voice every time each problem it caused arose, it would very quickly rocket up the agenda.
(As has happened - in a more twisted way - with immigration.)
November 22, 2024 at 9:41 PM
Brexit is a long way down voter agendas because politicians won't talk about it.
If the negative effects of Brexit were explained in a loud clear voice every time each problem it caused arose, it would very quickly rocket up the agenda.
(As has happened - in a more twisted way - with immigration.)
If the negative effects of Brexit were explained in a loud clear voice every time each problem it caused arose, it would very quickly rocket up the agenda.
(As has happened - in a more twisted way - with immigration.)
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Ian Hislop for PM.....
November 21, 2024 at 12:43 PM
Ian Hislop for PM.....
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Accurately quoting Trump is, to politico.eu, now "Trump bashing."
POLITICO
European Politics, Policy, Government News
politico.eu
November 22, 2024 at 3:47 PM
Accurately quoting Trump is, to politico.eu, now "Trump bashing."
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The UK is no longer offering COVID vaccines to pregnant women – here’s why that might be a bad idea
The UK is no longer offering COVID vaccines to pregnant women – here’s why that might be a bad idea
From spring 2025, pregnant women will no longer be eligible for free COVID vaccines in the UK.
dlvr.it
November 20, 2024 at 4:08 PM
The UK is no longer offering COVID vaccines to pregnant women – here’s why that might be a bad idea
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“Again and again I’ve come up against men who argue exactly what Oliver does here, using the very same talking points."
variety.com/2024/digital...
variety.com/2024/digital...
J.K. Rowling Says John Oliver ‘Spouts Absolute Bulls—’ About Trans Athletes Not Posing ‘Any Threat to Safety and Fairness’ in Women’s Sports
J.K. Rowling has slammed John Oliver over his support for transgender athletes in women's sports.
variety.com
November 21, 2024 at 7:43 AM
“Again and again I’ve come up against men who argue exactly what Oliver does here, using the very same talking points."
variety.com/2024/digital...
variety.com/2024/digital...
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'corporations have realised it is not a winning business strategy to submit to a vocal minority of activists whose beliefs and behaviours are deeply unpopular with the general public'
HBO publicly stands by J.K. Rowling
sknight.substack.com/p/hbo-public...
HBO publicly stands by J.K. Rowling
sknight.substack.com/p/hbo-public...
HBO publicly stands by J.K. Rowling
Are corporations finally getting the message?
sknight.substack.com
November 21, 2024 at 9:27 AM
'corporations have realised it is not a winning business strategy to submit to a vocal minority of activists whose beliefs and behaviours are deeply unpopular with the general public'
HBO publicly stands by J.K. Rowling
sknight.substack.com/p/hbo-public...
HBO publicly stands by J.K. Rowling
sknight.substack.com/p/hbo-public...
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Exclusive: Lobbyist Mark Fulbrook had access to parliament for 18 months due to "administrative error"
www.tortoisemedia.com/2024/11/21/l...
www.tortoisemedia.com/2024/11/21/l...
Lobbyist had access to parliament for 18 months due to "administrative error" - Tortoise
A parliamentary pass should have been deactivated, but wasn’t
www.tortoisemedia.com
November 21, 2024 at 9:26 AM
Exclusive: Lobbyist Mark Fulbrook had access to parliament for 18 months due to "administrative error"
www.tortoisemedia.com/2024/11/21/l...
www.tortoisemedia.com/2024/11/21/l...
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When Starmer says Labour inherited the Tories free zones, he's lying, Labour MPs, Mayors, councillors, Lords, and Baronesses were active board members of Sunak's nationwide SEZs/Freeports consortia.
Andy Burnham signed off on Manchester SEZ.
Steve Rotheram signed off on Liverpool SEZ and Freeport.
Andy Burnham signed off on Manchester SEZ.
Steve Rotheram signed off on Liverpool SEZ and Freeport.
November 21, 2024 at 5:20 AM
When Starmer says Labour inherited the Tories free zones, he's lying, Labour MPs, Mayors, councillors, Lords, and Baronesses were active board members of Sunak's nationwide SEZs/Freeports consortia.
Andy Burnham signed off on Manchester SEZ.
Steve Rotheram signed off on Liverpool SEZ and Freeport.
Andy Burnham signed off on Manchester SEZ.
Steve Rotheram signed off on Liverpool SEZ and Freeport.
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It's not even 10am and a person in my mentions has come up with a "Did Captain Tom create the reinforced concrete scandal plaguing British schools?" theory, this site is absolutely on fire.
The paper says they produced concrete blocks for the construction industry - so I'd be surprised if they weren't given the demand for raac at the time.
November 21, 2024 at 9:48 AM
It's not even 10am and a person in my mentions has come up with a "Did Captain Tom create the reinforced concrete scandal plaguing British schools?" theory, this site is absolutely on fire.
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Some countries are looking to ADD immigrants—imagine that. Under the Tuscan Sun vibes!
An Italian mayor is luring Americans upset by election results to buy cheap homes. His team offers private tours, connects buyers with contractors, and handles all the paperwork to make the move seamless.
An Italian mayor is luring Americans upset by election results to buy cheap homes. His team offers private tours, connects buyers with contractors, and handles all the paperwork to make the move seamless.
November 21, 2024 at 12:27 AM
Some countries are looking to ADD immigrants—imagine that. Under the Tuscan Sun vibes!
An Italian mayor is luring Americans upset by election results to buy cheap homes. His team offers private tours, connects buyers with contractors, and handles all the paperwork to make the move seamless.
An Italian mayor is luring Americans upset by election results to buy cheap homes. His team offers private tours, connects buyers with contractors, and handles all the paperwork to make the move seamless.
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This place is absurd. 😂
November 19, 2024 at 6:25 AM
This place is absurd. 😂
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A splendid demonstration of tolerance in the replies to NC.
September 7, 2024 at 8:51 AM
A splendid demonstration of tolerance in the replies to NC.
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So, Blue Skye moderation now hides all of Naomi Cunningham’s (wholly inoffensive) posts behind a simpering ‘intolerance’ flag. Complete bullshit, of course. (She’s a distinguished lawyer who happens to take on work in a ‘controversial’ field).
September 7, 2024 at 8:33 AM
So, Blue Skye moderation now hides all of Naomi Cunningham’s (wholly inoffensive) posts behind a simpering ‘intolerance’ flag. Complete bullshit, of course. (She’s a distinguished lawyer who happens to take on work in a ‘controversial’ field).
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Hong Kong has now become a Police State, writes @nathanlawkc.bsky.social, as his courageous friend Joshua Wong is sentenced, along with many others, to a lengthy prison term for fighting for democracy. www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
November 20, 2024 at 9:43 PM
Hong Kong has now become a Police State, writes @nathanlawkc.bsky.social, as his courageous friend Joshua Wong is sentenced, along with many others, to a lengthy prison term for fighting for democracy. www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
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From 10am tomorrow, the former health secretary Matt Hancock will give two whole days of evidence to the UK Covid inquiry’s module on healthcare systems.
I suspect it’s going to be enraging, self-serving & riddled with lies.
I’ll be watching closely.
covid19.public-inquiry.uk/hearings/imp...
I suspect it’s going to be enraging, self-serving & riddled with lies.
I’ll be watching closely.
covid19.public-inquiry.uk/hearings/imp...
November 20, 2024 at 9:49 PM
From 10am tomorrow, the former health secretary Matt Hancock will give two whole days of evidence to the UK Covid inquiry’s module on healthcare systems.
I suspect it’s going to be enraging, self-serving & riddled with lies.
I’ll be watching closely.
covid19.public-inquiry.uk/hearings/imp...
I suspect it’s going to be enraging, self-serving & riddled with lies.
I’ll be watching closely.
covid19.public-inquiry.uk/hearings/imp...
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Totally agree. Public toilets, public clocks, public seats… all signs of a healthy attitude to public spaces, beyond privately-owned shopping centres.
November 20, 2024 at 2:36 PM
Totally agree. Public toilets, public clocks, public seats… all signs of a healthy attitude to public spaces, beyond privately-owned shopping centres.