Claire S (UK not USA)
@csav55.bsky.social
Love F1, Spurs and Cheltenham Town FC, looking forward to the day we return to our home in the EU. FBPE Joined Bluesky August 2023, very proud to be user number 643,523
Farage every ready to jump on a passing bandwagon, traitors one and all.
The Reform UK leader Nigel Farage and a group of opposition politicians are trying to turn the U.S. Trump administration against London's plan to cede sovereignty of the Chagos Islands to Mauritius — and the U.K. government is furious.
Farage’s lobbying of Trump on Chagos deal riles UK government
The Reform UK leader is among British conservatives pushing hard to get the U.S. president to torpedo the transfer of the strategically vital archipelago.
www.politico.eu
January 30, 2026 at 9:21 AM
Farage every ready to jump on a passing bandwagon, traitors one and all.
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After putting in place significant plans to improve 40k service family homes, our Labour government are turning their attention to a Single Living Accommodation & Overseas Estate Review.
It will look at accommodation for 80k military personnel living in single & unaccompanied accommodation.
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It will look at accommodation for 80k military personnel living in single & unaccompanied accommodation.
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January 30, 2026 at 9:00 AM
After putting in place significant plans to improve 40k service family homes, our Labour government are turning their attention to a Single Living Accommodation & Overseas Estate Review.
It will look at accommodation for 80k military personnel living in single & unaccompanied accommodation.
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It will look at accommodation for 80k military personnel living in single & unaccompanied accommodation.
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I've just been reading a substack article posted by the Lead about the Government's Warm Home bill, one of the biggest changes to how our homes are heated. This was largely missed by the media (and the Greens) as the writer put it 'slipped under the radar of the media' like all positive policies.
January 30, 2026 at 9:15 AM
I've just been reading a substack article posted by the Lead about the Government's Warm Home bill, one of the biggest changes to how our homes are heated. This was largely missed by the media (and the Greens) as the writer put it 'slipped under the radar of the media' like all positive policies.
Reposted by Claire S (UK not USA)
This has to be essential reading for anyone who cares about both justice and tackling crime in this country.
It details exactly how the Tories left the prison estate at close to full capacity after 14 year of failing to plan sufficient spaces.
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www.gov.uk/government/n...
It details exactly how the Tories left the prison estate at close to full capacity after 14 year of failing to plan sufficient spaces.
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www.gov.uk/government/n...
Government action to avert summer prison disaster
The prison system would have collapsed entirely by summer if not for the Government’s decisive action to keep the public safe, new analysis has revealed.
www.gov.uk
January 29, 2026 at 6:33 PM
This has to be essential reading for anyone who cares about both justice and tackling crime in this country.
It details exactly how the Tories left the prison estate at close to full capacity after 14 year of failing to plan sufficient spaces.
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www.gov.uk/government/n...
It details exactly how the Tories left the prison estate at close to full capacity after 14 year of failing to plan sufficient spaces.
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www.gov.uk/government/n...
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Just listened to this. I challenge anyone to do the same, and not:
A. Laugh quite a lot
B. Like Keir Starmer
A. Laugh quite a lot
B. Like Keir Starmer
Listen to Starmer’s welcome on this show. (surprise Guest). If you’ve time listen to the whole thing. Starmer is so far from boring it’s untrue!!!
podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/m...
podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/m...
Show 387. Keir Starmer - Live
Podcast Episode · Matt Forde's Political Party · 27/01/2026 · 1h 18m
podcasts.apple.com
January 29, 2026 at 6:14 PM
Just listened to this. I challenge anyone to do the same, and not:
A. Laugh quite a lot
B. Like Keir Starmer
A. Laugh quite a lot
B. Like Keir Starmer
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Conservatives broke Britain
Reform will save Britain
That’s so good to know!
Reform will save Britain
That’s so good to know!
January 29, 2026 at 6:02 PM
Conservatives broke Britain
Reform will save Britain
That’s so good to know!
Reform will save Britain
That’s so good to know!
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In a GB News interview with an Emirati minister, GB News host / shareholder and Reform leader Nigel Farage says the UK can "learn" from the UAE in terms of "law and order".
💰 GB News advertisers: #JCBmachines, #NationalLottery, #staysuretravelinsurance, #weareboxt, #allclearinsurance & #freshpet
💰 GB News advertisers: #JCBmachines, #NationalLottery, #staysuretravelinsurance, #weareboxt, #allclearinsurance & #freshpet
January 29, 2026 at 1:23 PM
In a GB News interview with an Emirati minister, GB News host / shareholder and Reform leader Nigel Farage says the UK can "learn" from the UAE in terms of "law and order".
💰 GB News advertisers: #JCBmachines, #NationalLottery, #staysuretravelinsurance, #weareboxt, #allclearinsurance & #freshpet
💰 GB News advertisers: #JCBmachines, #NationalLottery, #staysuretravelinsurance, #weareboxt, #allclearinsurance & #freshpet
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ok today in Marketing class we're going to learn about re-branding
January 29, 2026 at 5:28 PM
ok today in Marketing class we're going to learn about re-branding
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🔴Keir Starmer’s Labour Government Is Much Better Than the Media Admits
There is a deep disconnect between the Government’s actions to improve the country and its standing in the polls, argues @prfchrispainter.bsky.social
bylinetimes.com/2026/01/29/k...
There is a deep disconnect between the Government’s actions to improve the country and its standing in the polls, argues @prfchrispainter.bsky.social
bylinetimes.com/2026/01/29/k...
Keir Starmer’s Labour Government Is Much Better Than the Media Admits
There is a deep disconnect between the Government's actions to improve the country and its standing in the polls, argues Professor Chris Painter
bylinetimes.com
January 29, 2026 at 2:30 PM
🔴Keir Starmer’s Labour Government Is Much Better Than the Media Admits
There is a deep disconnect between the Government’s actions to improve the country and its standing in the polls, argues @prfchrispainter.bsky.social
bylinetimes.com/2026/01/29/k...
There is a deep disconnect between the Government’s actions to improve the country and its standing in the polls, argues @prfchrispainter.bsky.social
bylinetimes.com/2026/01/29/k...
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Mud slinging without the mud…🙄
January 29, 2026 at 4:15 PM
Mud slinging without the mud…🙄
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This is what the International Business Editor of The Telegraph (not exactly known for being nice about Labour) thinks about the UK economy
January 29, 2026 at 3:06 PM
This is what the International Business Editor of The Telegraph (not exactly known for being nice about Labour) thinks about the UK economy
Reposted by Claire S (UK not USA)
🚨ANNOUNCEMENT 1 OF 2🚨
WELL WELL WELL.
🎺🎺🎺 Second book alert!🎺🎺🎺
Did you enjoy the gritty thrilleriness of The Cut Throat Trial?
Fancy some more, sunshine?
Kill All The Lawyers will be hitting the shelves next year.
Consider your appetites whetted.
WELL WELL WELL.
🎺🎺🎺 Second book alert!🎺🎺🎺
Did you enjoy the gritty thrilleriness of The Cut Throat Trial?
Fancy some more, sunshine?
Kill All The Lawyers will be hitting the shelves next year.
Consider your appetites whetted.
January 29, 2026 at 3:35 PM
🚨ANNOUNCEMENT 1 OF 2🚨
WELL WELL WELL.
🎺🎺🎺 Second book alert!🎺🎺🎺
Did you enjoy the gritty thrilleriness of The Cut Throat Trial?
Fancy some more, sunshine?
Kill All The Lawyers will be hitting the shelves next year.
Consider your appetites whetted.
WELL WELL WELL.
🎺🎺🎺 Second book alert!🎺🎺🎺
Did you enjoy the gritty thrilleriness of The Cut Throat Trial?
Fancy some more, sunshine?
Kill All The Lawyers will be hitting the shelves next year.
Consider your appetites whetted.
I see a lot of posters blaming the Government for postponing some local elections without bothering to explain the reasons. Many local councils have requested the postponement to save their tax payers money. These posters are deliberately misleading their followers to make political points.
January 29, 2026 at 3:55 PM
I see a lot of posters blaming the Government for postponing some local elections without bothering to explain the reasons. Many local councils have requested the postponement to save their tax payers money. These posters are deliberately misleading their followers to make political points.
Reposted by Claire S (UK not USA)
Interesting. This seems to have made it on to the business pages but not, yet, the front pages or to be headline news.
January 29, 2026 at 1:58 PM
Interesting. This seems to have made it on to the business pages but not, yet, the front pages or to be headline news.
Reposted by Claire S (UK not USA)
January 29, 2026 at 12:05 PM
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The media refusing to highlight good news about the UK under Labour yet again.
Anyone read about this speech from Davos. Head of Lloyd’s saying there is a clear trend of optimism in British firms and British families regarding their finances.
Well I never did!!!
Well I never did!!!
January 29, 2026 at 8:49 AM
The media refusing to highlight good news about the UK under Labour yet again.
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Anyone read about this speech from Davos. Head of Lloyd’s saying there is a clear trend of optimism in British firms and British families regarding their finances.
Well I never did!!!
Well I never did!!!
January 29, 2026 at 8:02 AM
Anyone read about this speech from Davos. Head of Lloyd’s saying there is a clear trend of optimism in British firms and British families regarding their finances.
Well I never did!!!
Well I never did!!!
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"Terrorism isn't news when its against ULEZ"
This was a minor story on London news this morning - but suspect is a real cautionary (and alarming) tale of an older man getting radicalised online.
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
Sidcup man convicted aover explosive attack on Ulez camera
Kevin Rees's homemade bomb caused damage to vehicles and property including a child's bedroom.
www.bbc.co.uk
January 29, 2026 at 9:15 AM
"Terrorism isn't news when its against ULEZ"
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Was it only last week Carney was with Xi in China? Doing business, sorting deals, you know the things Leaders do for their country.
Somehow Starmer isn’t supposed to do that. Yet China is the second largest economy in the world.
The media in the UK are truly barmy.
Somehow Starmer isn’t supposed to do that. Yet China is the second largest economy in the world.
The media in the UK are truly barmy.
January 28, 2026 at 6:25 PM
Was it only last week Carney was with Xi in China? Doing business, sorting deals, you know the things Leaders do for their country.
Somehow Starmer isn’t supposed to do that. Yet China is the second largest economy in the world.
The media in the UK are truly barmy.
Somehow Starmer isn’t supposed to do that. Yet China is the second largest economy in the world.
The media in the UK are truly barmy.
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Matt Forde talking to Keir Starmer well worth a listen, especially for those that say Keir is boring and has no personality. This might just change your mind.
Listen to Starmer’s welcome on this show. (surprise Guest). If you’ve time listen to the whole thing. Starmer is so far from boring it’s untrue!!!
podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/m...
podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/m...
Show 387. Keir Starmer - Live
Podcast Episode · Matt Forde's Political Party · 27/01/2026 · 1h 18m
podcasts.apple.com
January 28, 2026 at 1:52 PM
Matt Forde talking to Keir Starmer well worth a listen, especially for those that say Keir is boring and has no personality. This might just change your mind.
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Andrew Griffith at #PMQs (for Badenoch) misleads Parliament, saying it now costs employers £3,600(/yr) extra to employ a 21yr old.
The actual figure (minimum wage) is
£1,600, or less for small businesses with Employer Allowance.
Its just a 10.5% rise.
Or they could employ 18yr olds for even less!
The actual figure (minimum wage) is
£1,600, or less for small businesses with Employer Allowance.
Its just a 10.5% rise.
Or they could employ 18yr olds for even less!
January 28, 2026 at 1:55 PM
Andrew Griffith at #PMQs (for Badenoch) misleads Parliament, saying it now costs employers £3,600(/yr) extra to employ a 21yr old.
The actual figure (minimum wage) is
£1,600, or less for small businesses with Employer Allowance.
Its just a 10.5% rise.
Or they could employ 18yr olds for even less!
The actual figure (minimum wage) is
£1,600, or less for small businesses with Employer Allowance.
Its just a 10.5% rise.
Or they could employ 18yr olds for even less!
Reposted by Claire S (UK not USA)
Despite months of doom-mongering from right-wing pundits and Farage's shills, predicting the pound would fall through the floor, the exact opposite has happened. The scare stories have aged like milk.
Source: The Times
#UKNews
Source: The Times
#UKNews
January 28, 2026 at 11:38 AM
Despite months of doom-mongering from right-wing pundits and Farage's shills, predicting the pound would fall through the floor, the exact opposite has happened. The scare stories have aged like milk.
Source: The Times
#UKNews
Source: The Times
#UKNews
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The Green Party has claimed figures from a projection show “only the Greens can stop Reform” in Gorton and Denton.
This is misleading. The model cited suggests Reform and the Greens will increase vote share the most, but currently projects a Labour win.
This is misleading. The model cited suggests Reform and the Greens will increase vote share the most, but currently projects a Labour win.
Green Party by-election bar chart claim is misleading – Full Fact
An image shared by the party and its leader Zack Polanski claims figures from a projection show “only the Greens can stop Reform” in Gorton and Denton, even though the model suggests Labour will win.
fullfact.org
January 28, 2026 at 12:02 PM
The Green Party has claimed figures from a projection show “only the Greens can stop Reform” in Gorton and Denton.
This is misleading. The model cited suggests Reform and the Greens will increase vote share the most, but currently projects a Labour win.
This is misleading. The model cited suggests Reform and the Greens will increase vote share the most, but currently projects a Labour win.
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Thank you @mrjamesob.bsky.social for reading out that list of achievements Labour have introduced or are working on delivering.
It might have been 30 or so items long, but it was a short list.
You could make a list to fill a whole hour of your show if you included everything. There is so much.
It might have been 30 or so items long, but it was a short list.
You could make a list to fill a whole hour of your show if you included everything. There is so much.
January 28, 2026 at 10:40 AM
Thank you @mrjamesob.bsky.social for reading out that list of achievements Labour have introduced or are working on delivering.
It might have been 30 or so items long, but it was a short list.
You could make a list to fill a whole hour of your show if you included everything. There is so much.
It might have been 30 or so items long, but it was a short list.
You could make a list to fill a whole hour of your show if you included everything. There is so much.
Reposted by Claire S (UK not USA)
The Green Party has claimed figures from a projection show “only the Greens can stop Reform” in Gorton and Denton.
This is misleading. The model cited suggests Reform and the Greens will increase vote share the most, but currently projects a Labour win.
This is misleading. The model cited suggests Reform and the Greens will increase vote share the most, but currently projects a Labour win.
Green Party by-election bar chart claim is misleading – Full Fact
An image shared by the party and its leader Zack Polanski claims figures from a projection show “only the Greens can stop Reform” in Gorton and Denton, even though the model suggests Labour will win.
fullfact.org
January 28, 2026 at 12:48 PM