Catriona
@catrio.bsky.social
Lefty supporter of Scottish Democracy, Trans Rights are Human Rights 🏳️🌈 She/Her
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A reminder that Labour run Glasgow were discriminating against women.
www.theguardian.com/society/2019...
www.theguardian.com/society/2019...
February 16, 2026 at 3:55 PM
A reminder that Labour run Glasgow were discriminating against women.
www.theguardian.com/society/2019...
www.theguardian.com/society/2019...
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🚨 BREAKING | Labour has DUMPED its plans to cancel 30 local elections after legal challenge by Reform.
Leadership of councils who had requested delays:
🔴 Lab: 20
🔵 Con: 4
🟠 Lib: 2
🟢 Grn: 1 (Hastings)
⚪️ Ind: 1 (Burnley)
(Source: @BBCNews)
Leadership of councils who had requested delays:
🔴 Lab: 20
🔵 Con: 4
🟠 Lib: 2
🟢 Grn: 1 (Hastings)
⚪️ Ind: 1 (Burnley)
(Source: @BBCNews)
February 16, 2026 at 3:55 PM
🚨 BREAKING | Labour has DUMPED its plans to cancel 30 local elections after legal challenge by Reform.
Leadership of councils who had requested delays:
🔴 Lab: 20
🔵 Con: 4
🟠 Lib: 2
🟢 Grn: 1 (Hastings)
⚪️ Ind: 1 (Burnley)
(Source: @BBCNews)
Leadership of councils who had requested delays:
🔴 Lab: 20
🔵 Con: 4
🟠 Lib: 2
🟢 Grn: 1 (Hastings)
⚪️ Ind: 1 (Burnley)
(Source: @BBCNews)
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The far right are not welcome in Fife North East.
We believe in fairness, respect and community, not fear and division.
If you stand for equality and standing up for Scotland, you’re in the right place. 💛🏴
#FifeNorthEast #VoteSNP #VoteStefan
We believe in fairness, respect and community, not fear and division.
If you stand for equality and standing up for Scotland, you’re in the right place. 💛🏴
#FifeNorthEast #VoteSNP #VoteStefan
February 16, 2026 at 10:04 AM
The far right are not welcome in Fife North East.
We believe in fairness, respect and community, not fear and division.
If you stand for equality and standing up for Scotland, you’re in the right place. 💛🏴
#FifeNorthEast #VoteSNP #VoteStefan
We believe in fairness, respect and community, not fear and division.
If you stand for equality and standing up for Scotland, you’re in the right place. 💛🏴
#FifeNorthEast #VoteSNP #VoteStefan
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🚫🌊 Scotland is banning wet wipes with plastic starting August 11, 2027! An important move to protect our marine waters! 📊 Over 93% public support for this ban! Let’s keep our waters clean—only flush pee, poo, and toilet paper!
www.gov.scot/news/wet-wip...
#BanPlasticWipes #EcoFriendly
www.gov.scot/news/wet-wip...
#BanPlasticWipes #EcoFriendly
February 16, 2026 at 10:12 AM
🚫🌊 Scotland is banning wet wipes with plastic starting August 11, 2027! An important move to protect our marine waters! 📊 Over 93% public support for this ban! Let’s keep our waters clean—only flush pee, poo, and toilet paper!
www.gov.scot/news/wet-wip...
#BanPlasticWipes #EcoFriendly
www.gov.scot/news/wet-wip...
#BanPlasticWipes #EcoFriendly
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School spending in Scotland has increased by more than £1 billion in real terms over the past decade.
Scots Gov/Local authority funding across Primary, Secondary and Special schools rose to £7 billion in 2024-25, up 19.7%.
The highest education spending per head in the UK.
Scots Gov/Local authority funding across Primary, Secondary and Special schools rose to £7 billion in 2024-25, up 19.7%.
The highest education spending per head in the UK.
February 16, 2026 at 11:23 AM
School spending in Scotland has increased by more than £1 billion in real terms over the past decade.
Scots Gov/Local authority funding across Primary, Secondary and Special schools rose to £7 billion in 2024-25, up 19.7%.
The highest education spending per head in the UK.
Scots Gov/Local authority funding across Primary, Secondary and Special schools rose to £7 billion in 2024-25, up 19.7%.
The highest education spending per head in the UK.
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Scotland’s FOI Act law has received a rating of 103 out of a 150 points by the International Centre for Law and Democracy.
Scotland is in the upper rankings when compared to international laws.
The UK Westminster FOI Act currently has a rating of 92 points.
www.foi.scot/internationa...
Scotland is in the upper rankings when compared to international laws.
The UK Westminster FOI Act currently has a rating of 92 points.
www.foi.scot/internationa...
International experts recognise the strength of Scottish FOI | Scottish Information Commissioner
Scotland's FOI law is now ranked in the upper tier in the world following analysis by the Centre for Law and Democracy.
www.foi.scot
February 16, 2026 at 11:41 AM
Scotland’s FOI Act law has received a rating of 103 out of a 150 points by the International Centre for Law and Democracy.
Scotland is in the upper rankings when compared to international laws.
The UK Westminster FOI Act currently has a rating of 92 points.
www.foi.scot/internationa...
Scotland is in the upper rankings when compared to international laws.
The UK Westminster FOI Act currently has a rating of 92 points.
www.foi.scot/internationa...
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Every baby born in Scotland receives a Baby Box. 💛
Packed with essentials, practical support and a clear message: you matter from day one.
It’s a simple idea with a powerful impact, giving families a helping hand & every child the best start in life.
#VoteSNP #FifeNorthEast
Packed with essentials, practical support and a clear message: you matter from day one.
It’s a simple idea with a powerful impact, giving families a helping hand & every child the best start in life.
#VoteSNP #FifeNorthEast
February 16, 2026 at 12:12 PM
Every baby born in Scotland receives a Baby Box. 💛
Packed with essentials, practical support and a clear message: you matter from day one.
It’s a simple idea with a powerful impact, giving families a helping hand & every child the best start in life.
#VoteSNP #FifeNorthEast
Packed with essentials, practical support and a clear message: you matter from day one.
It’s a simple idea with a powerful impact, giving families a helping hand & every child the best start in life.
#VoteSNP #FifeNorthEast
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The Cabinet Office will 'be looking into' reports that a prominent think tank paid for an investigation into journalists reporting on its funding, Liz Kendall has said
Cabinet Office ‘looking into’ reports Labour think tank spied on journalists
www.thenational.scot
February 16, 2026 at 11:30 AM
The Cabinet Office will 'be looking into' reports that a prominent think tank paid for an investigation into journalists reporting on its funding, Liz Kendall has said
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Let’s be clear that politicians also do this. I would argue that the combined refusal by Westminster politicians from the major political parties to grant Scotland an independence referendum is a form of corruption intended to perpetuate England’s wellbeing, writes Richard Murphy ✍️
February 16, 2026 at 9:45 AM
Let’s be clear that politicians also do this. I would argue that the combined refusal by Westminster politicians from the major political parties to grant Scotland an independence referendum is a form of corruption intended to perpetuate England’s wellbeing, writes Richard Murphy ✍️
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Scottish Labour MPs must now be the most forlorn, despondent and politically adrift parliamentarians across these isles, writes Pete Wishart ✍️
February 16, 2026 at 10:01 AM
Scottish Labour MPs must now be the most forlorn, despondent and politically adrift parliamentarians across these isles, writes Pete Wishart ✍️
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Scotland has the energy, we just need the power.
#ScottishIndependence
#ScottishIndependence
February 16, 2026 at 12:09 PM
Scotland has the energy, we just need the power.
#ScottishIndependence
#ScottishIndependence
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The UK far-right are rounding behind a new party set up by Rupert Lowe
UK far-right rejoice at new party hoping to challenge Reform UK
www.thenational.scot
February 16, 2026 at 3:21 PM
The UK far-right are rounding behind a new party set up by Rupert Lowe
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Time is flying by - ensure you’re registered to vote . Mark up and save the date. Go out and Vote.
To maximise our chances of an SNP majority please vote #bothvotessnp
#independence #snp #election #YES #majority #Scotland
To maximise our chances of an SNP majority please vote #bothvotessnp
#independence #snp #election #YES #majority #Scotland
February 16, 2026 at 3:03 PM
Time is flying by - ensure you’re registered to vote . Mark up and save the date. Go out and Vote.
To maximise our chances of an SNP majority please vote #bothvotessnp
#independence #snp #election #YES #majority #Scotland
To maximise our chances of an SNP majority please vote #bothvotessnp
#independence #snp #election #YES #majority #Scotland
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Police have reportedly asked the UK Government to keep secret a key exchange between Downing Street and Peter Mandelson before his appointment as ambassador to the US
Police 'tell UK Government to keep secret key Peter Mandelson exchange'
www.thenational.scot
February 16, 2026 at 1:49 PM
Police have reportedly asked the UK Government to keep secret a key exchange between Downing Street and Peter Mandelson before his appointment as ambassador to the US
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Never forget…
February 16, 2026 at 2:33 PM
Never forget…
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An independent inquiry must be launched into a scandal involving a Labour think tank allegedly spying on journalists, the SNP has said
SNP call for independent inquiry into Labour Together 'spying scandal'
www.thenational.scot
February 16, 2026 at 2:25 PM
An independent inquiry must be launched into a scandal involving a Labour think tank allegedly spying on journalists, the SNP has said
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Since the SNP came into government, Homicide rates have dropped by 61%, to the lowest since records began
2007-08: 115 homicide victims 2024-25: 45 homicide victims
🇬🇧That doesn’t deter the unionists at The Sunday Post choosing to publish this misleading Front Page during their HR26 campaign🇬🇧
🏴🇪🇺😎
2007-08: 115 homicide victims 2024-25: 45 homicide victims
🇬🇧That doesn’t deter the unionists at The Sunday Post choosing to publish this misleading Front Page during their HR26 campaign🇬🇧
🏴🇪🇺😎
February 16, 2026 at 11:30 AM
Since the SNP came into government, Homicide rates have dropped by 61%, to the lowest since records began
2007-08: 115 homicide victims 2024-25: 45 homicide victims
🇬🇧That doesn’t deter the unionists at The Sunday Post choosing to publish this misleading Front Page during their HR26 campaign🇬🇧
🏴🇪🇺😎
2007-08: 115 homicide victims 2024-25: 45 homicide victims
🇬🇧That doesn’t deter the unionists at The Sunday Post choosing to publish this misleading Front Page during their HR26 campaign🇬🇧
🏴🇪🇺😎
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John Swinney has branded a Labour think tank a 'dodgy organisation' that is 'propping up the Labour Party' after it emerged it had paid a lobbying firm to spy on journalists
John Swinney calls out 'dodgy money propping up Labour'
www.thenational.scot
February 16, 2026 at 3:09 PM
John Swinney has branded a Labour think tank a 'dodgy organisation' that is 'propping up the Labour Party' after it emerged it had paid a lobbying firm to spy on journalists
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Thousands of people have called for the British Museum in London reinstate the word 'Palestine' into several displays after it was removed
Thousands call for British Museum to reinstate 'Palestine' in displays
www.thenational.scot
February 16, 2026 at 12:34 PM
Thousands of people have called for the British Museum in London reinstate the word 'Palestine' into several displays after it was removed
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The issue of fake farm names and generic “brand Britain” logos and flags across fresh produce is clearly confusing for those wishing to buy local, shorten food miles or make a commitment to animal welfare, writes Ruth Watson ✍️
February 16, 2026 at 2:09 PM
The issue of fake farm names and generic “brand Britain” logos and flags across fresh produce is clearly confusing for those wishing to buy local, shorten food miles or make a commitment to animal welfare, writes Ruth Watson ✍️
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Energy bills are far too high. Key powers sit at Westminster, but we’re doing what we can to help.
Today I met Sandra, whose home is warmer and cheaper to heat thanks to insulation and heating upgrades through Warmer Homes Scotland.
50,000 households supported, and counting.
Today I met Sandra, whose home is warmer and cheaper to heat thanks to insulation and heating upgrades through Warmer Homes Scotland.
50,000 households supported, and counting.
February 16, 2026 at 1:31 PM
Energy bills are far too high. Key powers sit at Westminster, but we’re doing what we can to help.
Today I met Sandra, whose home is warmer and cheaper to heat thanks to insulation and heating upgrades through Warmer Homes Scotland.
50,000 households supported, and counting.
Today I met Sandra, whose home is warmer and cheaper to heat thanks to insulation and heating upgrades through Warmer Homes Scotland.
50,000 households supported, and counting.
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Women “are allowed?” Excuse me!
Women “are allowed?” Excuse me!
When girls grow up and become women, they can be ANYTHING they want, they don’t need permission from anyone
northwestbylines.co.uk
February 16, 2026 at 3:19 PM
Women “are allowed?” Excuse me!
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Happy SLAPPing?
It looks like the government’s crackdown on using vexatious litigation to silence people is cracking up before it’s even begun:
https://www.thetimes.com/article/72083754-3a92-427d-85bb-18c5b33def2e
It looks like the government’s crackdown on using vexatious litigation to silence people is cracking up before it’s even begun:
https://www.thetimes.com/article/72083754-3a92-427d-85bb-18c5b33def2e
Fears for free speech as crackdown on Slapps is shelved
The editors of The Times and The Sunday Times have urged No 10 to end the use of strategic litigation against public participation
www.thetimes.com
February 16, 2026 at 1:52 PM
Happy SLAPPing?
It looks like the government’s crackdown on using vexatious litigation to silence people is cracking up before it’s even begun:
https://www.thetimes.com/article/72083754-3a92-427d-85bb-18c5b33def2e
It looks like the government’s crackdown on using vexatious litigation to silence people is cracking up before it’s even begun:
https://www.thetimes.com/article/72083754-3a92-427d-85bb-18c5b33def2e
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"I didnt know anything about this investigation"
Starmer says he doesnt know anything about Labour Together investigating & smearing journalists. A reminder that this is the organisation founded by McSweeney & other senior Labour right figures that masterminded his rise to power
Starmer says he doesnt know anything about Labour Together investigating & smearing journalists. A reminder that this is the organisation founded by McSweeney & other senior Labour right figures that masterminded his rise to power
February 16, 2026 at 2:29 PM
"I didnt know anything about this investigation"
Starmer says he doesnt know anything about Labour Together investigating & smearing journalists. A reminder that this is the organisation founded by McSweeney & other senior Labour right figures that masterminded his rise to power
Starmer says he doesnt know anything about Labour Together investigating & smearing journalists. A reminder that this is the organisation founded by McSweeney & other senior Labour right figures that masterminded his rise to power
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Another government u-turn
forensic, grown ups, etc
forensic, grown ups, etc
February 16, 2026 at 2:54 PM
Another government u-turn
forensic, grown ups, etc
forensic, grown ups, etc