Jenny M
@abbyaug.bsky.social
Retired primary school teacher escaping from Twitter. Interested in reading, walking, running, photography, history, gardening, knitting and education. Loving being a grandmother. Hope to return to EU one day.
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Three more ex-pupils at school with Nigel Farage reject ‘banter’ claims
Three more ex-pupils at school with Nigel Farage reject ‘banter’ claims
Exclusive: Dulwich college contemporaries ‘rubbish’ Reform UK leader’s suggestion alleged racist taunts not intended to hurt
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Don’t believe Nigel Farage’s denials. He targeted me for being Jewish – and it hurt | Peter Ettedgui
Three more school contemporaries who claim to have witnessed Nigel Farage’s alleged teenage racism have rejected the Reform UK leader’s suggestion that it was “banter”, describing it as targeted, persistent and nasty.
One former pupil, Stefan Benarroch, claimed that people emerging from a Jewish assembly at Dulwich college had been in the sights of Farage and others for taunts while a second, Cyrus Oshidar, described as “rubbish” the claim that the Reform leader did not act with intent to hurt. Continue reading...
www.theguardian.com
November 25, 2025 at 9:03 PM
Three more ex-pupils at school with Nigel Farage reject ‘banter’ claims
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Not just students saying it, teachers have said it in the past as well. Channel 4 article from 2013 with a note saying he was “a fascist, but that was no reason why he would not make a good prefect,” www.channel4.com/news/nigel-f...
Nigel Farage schooldays letter reveals concerns over fascism
Channel 4 News obtains a letter about Ukip leader Nigel Farage, from his days as a schoolboy, in which teachers are quoted as accusing him of being "racist" and "fascist".
www.channel4.com
November 25, 2025 at 9:47 PM
Not just students saying it, teachers have said it in the past as well. Channel 4 article from 2013 with a note saying he was “a fascist, but that was no reason why he would not make a good prefect,” www.channel4.com/news/nigel-f...
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‘I can categorically say that stories being told about me from 50 years ago are not true’
- a statement from Nigel Farage tonight on claims he racially abused fellow school pupils
That firm denial tonight is different to what he said in interview with BBC Wales Political Editor Gareth Lewis 👇
- a statement from Nigel Farage tonight on claims he racially abused fellow school pupils
That firm denial tonight is different to what he said in interview with BBC Wales Political Editor Gareth Lewis 👇
November 25, 2025 at 9:05 PM
‘I can categorically say that stories being told about me from 50 years ago are not true’
- a statement from Nigel Farage tonight on claims he racially abused fellow school pupils
That firm denial tonight is different to what he said in interview with BBC Wales Political Editor Gareth Lewis 👇
- a statement from Nigel Farage tonight on claims he racially abused fellow school pupils
That firm denial tonight is different to what he said in interview with BBC Wales Political Editor Gareth Lewis 👇
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Cairn Toul and the Lairig Ghru today. #Cairngorms #snow
November 25, 2025 at 9:31 PM
Cairn Toul and the Lairig Ghru today. #Cairngorms #snow
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RIP, Jack Shepherd.
He attended Newcastle University Fine Art Dept, before going to drama school
He was a subtle and compelling actor who graced an extraordinary period of TV drama, as well as being a fine stage actor
He attended Newcastle University Fine Art Dept, before going to drama school
He was a subtle and compelling actor who graced an extraordinary period of TV drama, as well as being a fine stage actor
November 25, 2025 at 7:58 PM
RIP, Jack Shepherd.
He attended Newcastle University Fine Art Dept, before going to drama school
He was a subtle and compelling actor who graced an extraordinary period of TV drama, as well as being a fine stage actor
He attended Newcastle University Fine Art Dept, before going to drama school
He was a subtle and compelling actor who graced an extraordinary period of TV drama, as well as being a fine stage actor
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Yes. It is tinkering, as I say in this article. It won’t make the necessary difference.
Children’s wellbeing and schools bill 2025: here comes the sun?
After 14 years of mismanagement, Starmer’s government promises cautious reforms for children’s wellbeing – can it truly bring the light?
yorkshirebylines.co.uk
November 25, 2025 at 11:09 PM
Yes. It is tinkering, as I say in this article. It won’t make the necessary difference.
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November 25, 2025 at 2:15 PM
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The very first step for a government on this should be removing official accounts from these toxic social media sites. Otherwise you're basically encouraging people to use them.
"The guidance is not enforceable".
Ofcom is hopelessly out of touch with what is a national emergency.
www.thetimes.com/article/c47a...
Ofcom is hopelessly out of touch with what is a national emergency.
www.thetimes.com/article/c47a...
Ofcom bans social media giants from using ‘toxic’ algorithms
Regulator targets ‘manosphere’ misogyny and hate as seen in content produced by Andrew Tate
www.thetimes.com
November 25, 2025 at 7:54 AM
The very first step for a government on this should be removing official accounts from these toxic social media sites. Otherwise you're basically encouraging people to use them.
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"Nigel Farage and Tommy Robinson are increasingly espousing Christian ‘values’ "
No they arent. They're pretending to
Danny Kruger may believe this stuff, those two definitely don't
www.theguardian.com/world/commen...
No they arent. They're pretending to
Danny Kruger may believe this stuff, those two definitely don't
www.theguardian.com/world/commen...
Is British politics immune to US-style rightwing Christianity? We’re about to find out | Lamorna Ash
Nigel Farage and Tommy Robinson are increasingly espousing Christian ‘values’, and a wealthy US legal group is becoming influential – this could have dire consequences, says author Lamorna Ash
www.theguardian.com
November 25, 2025 at 8:05 AM
"Nigel Farage and Tommy Robinson are increasingly espousing Christian ‘values’ "
No they arent. They're pretending to
Danny Kruger may believe this stuff, those two definitely don't
www.theguardian.com/world/commen...
No they arent. They're pretending to
Danny Kruger may believe this stuff, those two definitely don't
www.theguardian.com/world/commen...
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Take a moment to soak in the beauty of nature: see the colour reflected on the tranquil waters, admire autumn's dazzling palette, and breathe.
📷: The Winkworth Boathouse by Cheryl G
📷: The Winkworth Boathouse by Cheryl G
November 25, 2025 at 8:07 AM
Take a moment to soak in the beauty of nature: see the colour reflected on the tranquil waters, admire autumn's dazzling palette, and breathe.
📷: The Winkworth Boathouse by Cheryl G
📷: The Winkworth Boathouse by Cheryl G
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Just the good, friendly, morale-boosting kind of racism.
“I would never ever do it in a hurtful or insulting way”
Nigel Farage responds to allegations of racist behaviour from when he was a teenager at school
@itvnewspolitics.bsky.social
Nigel Farage responds to allegations of racist behaviour from when he was a teenager at school
@itvnewspolitics.bsky.social
November 24, 2025 at 7:19 PM
Just the good, friendly, morale-boosting kind of racism.
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👏 Great to see the Co-Op's Levy Share unlocking opportunities for high-quality apprenticeships!
Apprenticeships can be powerful vehicles for social mobility.
It's vital that these opportunities are opened up to those who could benefit from them the most.
Apprenticeships can be powerful vehicles for social mobility.
It's vital that these opportunities are opened up to those who could benefit from them the most.
Co-op announces £70m plans to create thousands of apprenticeships
The retail giant said it was committed to establishing 7,000 apprenticeships by 2030.
www.independent.co.uk
November 24, 2025 at 8:44 PM
👏 Great to see the Co-Op's Levy Share unlocking opportunities for high-quality apprenticeships!
Apprenticeships can be powerful vehicles for social mobility.
It's vital that these opportunities are opened up to those who could benefit from them the most.
Apprenticeships can be powerful vehicles for social mobility.
It's vital that these opportunities are opened up to those who could benefit from them the most.
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And yet, if a teen said these things today they’d get a referral to the Prevent programme.
Bossy headline from The Times letting Farage insist his “Hitler was right” racism was just ‘banter’.
If that were true, his politics now would be different and he’d apologise. He’s defensive because this is what he is and always has been and he’s angry with us for knowing that and for minding.
If that were true, his politics now would be different and he’d apologise. He’s defensive because this is what he is and always has been and he’s angry with us for knowing that and for minding.
November 25, 2025 at 8:10 AM
And yet, if a teen said these things today they’d get a referral to the Prevent programme.
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This petition calling for a public inquiry into Russian influence on UK politics & democracy already has over 30,000 signatures. Let’s get it to 100,000 this week.
Please sign and share 🙏
petition.parliament.uk/petitions/74...
Please sign and share 🙏
petition.parliament.uk/petitions/74...
Petition: Call a public inquiry into Russian influence on UK politics & democracy
We are concerned about reported efforts from Russia to influence democracy in the US, UK, Europe and elsewhere. We believe we must establish the depth and breadth of possible Russian influence campaig...
petition.parliament.uk
November 25, 2025 at 7:32 AM
This petition calling for a public inquiry into Russian influence on UK politics & democracy already has over 30,000 signatures. Let’s get it to 100,000 this week.
Please sign and share 🙏
petition.parliament.uk/petitions/74...
Please sign and share 🙏
petition.parliament.uk/petitions/74...
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Mending - by American impressionist, Daniel Garber (1880-1958)
Because it's nice, when the weather is so wet and gloomy, to be reminded of brighter, lighter days...
#art #light #impressionists
Because it's nice, when the weather is so wet and gloomy, to be reminded of brighter, lighter days...
#art #light #impressionists
November 24, 2025 at 7:41 PM
Mending - by American impressionist, Daniel Garber (1880-1958)
Because it's nice, when the weather is so wet and gloomy, to be reminded of brighter, lighter days...
#art #light #impressionists
Because it's nice, when the weather is so wet and gloomy, to be reminded of brighter, lighter days...
#art #light #impressionists
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I had 2 little kids in the Reception group who only had a little English, did that matter, of course not. Art is perfect for picking up language, I repeat what we’re doing constantly with young kids anyway. You can join in, follow instruction, and learn words too. A win win. 😁
November 24, 2025 at 8:54 PM
I had 2 little kids in the Reception group who only had a little English, did that matter, of course not. Art is perfect for picking up language, I repeat what we’re doing constantly with young kids anyway. You can join in, follow instruction, and learn words too. A win win. 😁
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There’s someone I’d love to send this too ….🤬😳🙇🏻♀️ #RebelliousHope When your boss is supportive about letting you rejig your hours slightly on run days but a colleague berates you 🥊 #MondayBlues
I’d like to say THANK YOU to the group of folk here who cheer on & support each other #BlueskyRunning
I’d like to say THANK YOU to the group of folk here who cheer on & support each other #BlueskyRunning
November 24, 2025 at 9:34 AM
There’s someone I’d love to send this too ….🤬😳🙇🏻♀️ #RebelliousHope When your boss is supportive about letting you rejig your hours slightly on run days but a colleague berates you 🥊 #MondayBlues
I’d like to say THANK YOU to the group of folk here who cheer on & support each other #BlueskyRunning
I’d like to say THANK YOU to the group of folk here who cheer on & support each other #BlueskyRunning
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The frosting arrived 🍂 …
November 24, 2025 at 4:12 PM
The frosting arrived 🍂 …
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A very old oak on the footpath between Rydal and Grasmere in Cumbria. I guess Wordsworth would have walked past this tree when living in both of these villages.
#ThickTrunkTuesday
#ThickTrunkTuesday
November 25, 2025 at 7:23 AM
A very old oak on the footpath between Rydal and Grasmere in Cumbria. I guess Wordsworth would have walked past this tree when living in both of these villages.
#ThickTrunkTuesday
#ThickTrunkTuesday
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The Langdale Pikes from the Copt How erratics. Signed linescape print £24 (postage inclusive) email [email protected]
November 24, 2025 at 11:02 PM
The Langdale Pikes from the Copt How erratics. Signed linescape print £24 (postage inclusive) email [email protected]
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Protesting at a primary school. How is this allowed?
'Misguided and toxic' anti-adult English lesson protest outside primary school
A group gathered outside Dalmarnock Primary School in Glasgow on Monday morning.
news.stv.tv
November 24, 2025 at 7:46 PM
Protesting at a primary school. How is this allowed?
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Lots of interesting connections here, this is the one where he fantasises about genetically engineered intelligence. He’s a walking oxymoron, a deeply dull son of a very clever father, who was one of the architects of the British welfare state.
November 24, 2025 at 8:29 PM
Lots of interesting connections here, this is the one where he fantasises about genetically engineered intelligence. He’s a walking oxymoron, a deeply dull son of a very clever father, who was one of the architects of the British welfare state.
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He probably still thinks he’s going to get away with it. After all, ‘Lord’ Gove said even worse as a university student *and* it was recorded it on tape. He then took his vile ideas through into the National Curriculum. How can anyone vote for them?
Educating ‘dirty northerners’ and ‘fettered foreigners’ in Gove’s curriculum of ‘hard facts’
Recordings of Gove making derogatory comments, raise questions about his values and the curriculum that he instilled in England’s schools
yorkshirebylines.co.uk
November 24, 2025 at 10:44 PM
He probably still thinks he’s going to get away with it. After all, ‘Lord’ Gove said even worse as a university student *and* it was recorded it on tape. He then took his vile ideas through into the National Curriculum. How can anyone vote for them?