Jonathan Kingham
@jonkingh.bsky.social
Immigration stuff mainly. Failed drummer. Qué arte tienes.
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The Washpost's editor said today that, amid the layoffs, one of the Post's top priorities will be "national security, in DC and abroad."
And at the same time, the Post is laying off every journalist in the Middle East. And Ukraine.
And at the same time, the Post is laying off every journalist in the Middle East. And Ukraine.
February 4, 2026 at 9:39 PM
The Washpost's editor said today that, amid the layoffs, one of the Post's top priorities will be "national security, in DC and abroad."
And at the same time, the Post is laying off every journalist in the Middle East. And Ukraine.
And at the same time, the Post is laying off every journalist in the Middle East. And Ukraine.
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‘the Medical Training (Prioritisation) Bill announced by the Government risks being unfair, and ineffective in addressing the causes of the crisis.’
‘We are concerned the Bill will result in many IMGs leaving the NHS and deter others from entering it.’
'The NHS is on its knees and we need doctors'
‘We are concerned the Bill will result in many IMGs leaving the NHS and deter others from entering it.’
'The NHS is on its knees and we need doctors'
Response to Medical Training Bill announcement – DAUK
dauk.org
February 3, 2026 at 5:11 PM
‘the Medical Training (Prioritisation) Bill announced by the Government risks being unfair, and ineffective in addressing the causes of the crisis.’
‘We are concerned the Bill will result in many IMGs leaving the NHS and deter others from entering it.’
'The NHS is on its knees and we need doctors'
‘We are concerned the Bill will result in many IMGs leaving the NHS and deter others from entering it.’
'The NHS is on its knees and we need doctors'
Louis Mosley.. I mean of course it is *that* Mosley www.thenational.scot/news/2575969...
February 4, 2026 at 10:56 PM
Louis Mosley.. I mean of course it is *that* Mosley www.thenational.scot/news/2575969...
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This is just awful. US Attorney has meltdown in Minnesota hearing on Govt non-compliance with court orders on releasing ICE detainees.
The transcript shows a system melting down in the face of massive illegal acts & non-compliance with court orders by ICE
drive.google.com/file/d/1FnY2z7…
The transcript shows a system melting down in the face of massive illegal acts & non-compliance with court orders by ICE
drive.google.com/file/d/1FnY2z7…
February 4, 2026 at 10:01 PM
This is just awful. US Attorney has meltdown in Minnesota hearing on Govt non-compliance with court orders on releasing ICE detainees.
The transcript shows a system melting down in the face of massive illegal acts & non-compliance with court orders by ICE
drive.google.com/file/d/1FnY2z7…
The transcript shows a system melting down in the face of massive illegal acts & non-compliance with court orders by ICE
drive.google.com/file/d/1FnY2z7…
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We @foxglovelegal.bsky.social have called on the govt to release info about Lord Mandelson’s links with US tech giant Palantir and its growing number of uk govt contracts www.theguardian.com/politics/202...
Mandelson’s links with US tech firm Palantir must be fully exposed, campaigners warn
Government faces call for transparency on former peer’s involvement amid fears he may have leaked more sensitive information
www.theguardian.com
February 4, 2026 at 8:45 PM
We @foxglovelegal.bsky.social have called on the govt to release info about Lord Mandelson’s links with US tech giant Palantir and its growing number of uk govt contracts www.theguardian.com/politics/202...
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The defence of the proposals by @miketapp.bsky.social was pure Goodwinesque scaremongering - a mixture of the misleading/exaggerated and plain wrong.
February 4, 2026 at 9:13 AM
The defence of the proposals by @miketapp.bsky.social was pure Goodwinesque scaremongering - a mixture of the misleading/exaggerated and plain wrong.
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In Suella Braverman's world, the 'Tory Wets' have taken over the Tory Party.
I'd like to know which hallucinogenic drugs she's taking.
I'd like to know which hallucinogenic drugs she's taking.
February 4, 2026 at 6:03 PM
In Suella Braverman's world, the 'Tory Wets' have taken over the Tory Party.
I'd like to know which hallucinogenic drugs she's taking.
I'd like to know which hallucinogenic drugs she's taking.
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In news which surprises no-one who actually understands migration, cutting it undermines the whole economy. Even reductions which remain above the mythical political idea of "zero net" have fundamental impacts. Not least, because migrants actually create jobs.
www.theguardian.com/business/202...
www.theguardian.com/business/202...
Zero net migration would shrink UK economy by 3.6%, says thinktank
Jump of £37bn in budget deficit by 2040 would force government to increase taxes, NIESR predicts
www.theguardian.com
February 4, 2026 at 8:49 AM
In news which surprises no-one who actually understands migration, cutting it undermines the whole economy. Even reductions which remain above the mythical political idea of "zero net" have fundamental impacts. Not least, because migrants actually create jobs.
www.theguardian.com/business/202...
www.theguardian.com/business/202...
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Labour's changes to immigration rules, including potentially applying them retroactively, would be some of the most draconian anti-immigration policies in decades. They're the hostile environment on speed.
This is pure cruelty as policy, with absolutely no merit to them
archive.today/2026.02.03-2...
This is pure cruelty as policy, with absolutely no merit to them
archive.today/2026.02.03-2...
February 4, 2026 at 7:15 AM
Labour's changes to immigration rules, including potentially applying them retroactively, would be some of the most draconian anti-immigration policies in decades. They're the hostile environment on speed.
This is pure cruelty as policy, with absolutely no merit to them
archive.today/2026.02.03-2...
This is pure cruelty as policy, with absolutely no merit to them
archive.today/2026.02.03-2...
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He literally pulled a "you should smile more" IN RESPONSE TO AN EPSTEIN QUESTION.
KAITLAN COLLINS: What would say to Epstein survivo---
TRUMP: You are so bad. You are the worst report. No wonder CNN has no ratings. She's a young woman. I don't think I've ever seen you smile. They should be ashamed of you.
TRUMP: You are so bad. You are the worst report. No wonder CNN has no ratings. She's a young woman. I don't think I've ever seen you smile. They should be ashamed of you.
February 3, 2026 at 10:56 PM
He literally pulled a "you should smile more" IN RESPONSE TO AN EPSTEIN QUESTION.
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Q: Pope Leo cited Matthew 25:35 to critique Donald Trump's mass deportation agenda. How would you respond to Pope Leo in scripture?
MIKE JOHNSON: Sovereign borders are biblical and right and just. It's not because we hate the people on the outside. It's because we love the people on the inside.
MIKE JOHNSON: Sovereign borders are biblical and right and just. It's not because we hate the people on the outside. It's because we love the people on the inside.
February 3, 2026 at 7:38 PM
Q: Pope Leo cited Matthew 25:35 to critique Donald Trump's mass deportation agenda. How would you respond to Pope Leo in scripture?
MIKE JOHNSON: Sovereign borders are biblical and right and just. It's not because we hate the people on the outside. It's because we love the people on the inside.
MIKE JOHNSON: Sovereign borders are biblical and right and just. It's not because we hate the people on the outside. It's because we love the people on the inside.
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Columbia administration looking especially craven and incompetent about now.
February 3, 2026 at 2:45 AM
Columbia administration looking especially craven and incompetent about now.
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Sad news from Wikipedia. Following lengthy discussion on the talk page, they've removed Matt Goodwin's claim to be the first in his family to go to university on the grounds that it [checks notes] isn't true. en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Talk:Ma...
Talk:Matt Goodwin - Wikipedia
en.wikipedia.org
February 2, 2026 at 3:10 PM
Sad news from Wikipedia. Following lengthy discussion on the talk page, they've removed Matt Goodwin's claim to be the first in his family to go to university on the grounds that it [checks notes] isn't true. en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Talk:Ma...
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CNN is reporting the real reason Trump is closing the Kennedy Centre for two years is not for renovation: “the Kennedy Center does not have a 2026/2027 season. There would not have been any programming to announce."
February 2, 2026 at 7:45 PM
CNN is reporting the real reason Trump is closing the Kennedy Centre for two years is not for renovation: “the Kennedy Center does not have a 2026/2027 season. There would not have been any programming to announce."
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You have to admire Peter Mandelson's capacity to deliver surprises. thecritic.co.uk/pete...
February 2, 2026 at 6:57 PM
You have to admire Peter Mandelson's capacity to deliver surprises. thecritic.co.uk/pete...
Yep I think both of those are in the white paper or similar
February 2, 2026 at 7:58 PM
Yep I think both of those are in the white paper or similar
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As usual, if any other president had made a statement this delusional and racist, they'd be institutionalized within a day.
Trump: "Minnesota is a mess. There's something in the water up there. I won the 3 three times but I got no credit for it. It's a rigged state. Really rigged badly w/ the Somalians, and the Somalians & the theft. We gotta get 'em out, most of them. 92% don't work. Many of them drive Mercedes-Benzes."
February 2, 2026 at 6:01 PM
As usual, if any other president had made a statement this delusional and racist, they'd be institutionalized within a day.
John McDonnell to the Minister: "read the room"
Debate now on Earned Settlement proposals. Big turn out showing significant strength of feeling / concern about what the government wants to do.
Wow. This is a busy Westminster Hall debate! rightly so. parliamentlive.tv/Event/Index/...
February 2, 2026 at 5:14 PM
John McDonnell to the Minister: "read the room"
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🚨 Only 🔟 days before the "Earned Settlement" consultation on new rules for settlement (Indefinite Leave to Remain) in the UK — closes on 12 February 2026.
The consultation matters because once these rules are written into law, they could shape settlement for a generation so have your say now !
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The consultation matters because once these rules are written into law, they could shape settlement for a generation so have your say now !
🧵
reunitefamiliesuk.co.uk
February 2, 2026 at 5:02 PM
🚨 Only 🔟 days before the "Earned Settlement" consultation on new rules for settlement (Indefinite Leave to Remain) in the UK — closes on 12 February 2026.
The consultation matters because once these rules are written into law, they could shape settlement for a generation so have your say now !
🧵
The consultation matters because once these rules are written into law, they could shape settlement for a generation so have your say now !
🧵
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The companies that do digital identity verification say they have tons of data on fraud but can't find anyone at the Home Office who wants it committees.parliament.uk/oralevidence...
February 2, 2026 at 11:40 AM
The companies that do digital identity verification say they have tons of data on fraud but can't find anyone at the Home Office who wants it committees.parliament.uk/oralevidence...
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Useful resource for anyone submitting a response to Earned Settlement proposals from perspective of refugees - Home Office research on refugee mental health & access to employment: highlights barriers caused by mental ill health & need for e.g. benefits & secure housing www.gov.uk/government/p...
Refugee mental health and employment
www.gov.uk
February 2, 2026 at 11:18 AM
Useful resource for anyone submitting a response to Earned Settlement proposals from perspective of refugees - Home Office research on refugee mental health & access to employment: highlights barriers caused by mental ill health & need for e.g. benefits & secure housing www.gov.uk/government/p...
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An underappreciated element of Bullseye is the often batshit questions
I also very much did not know this piece of trivia
I also very much did not know this piece of trivia
February 1, 2026 at 9:32 AM
An underappreciated element of Bullseye is the often batshit questions
I also very much did not know this piece of trivia
I also very much did not know this piece of trivia
MSN
www.msn.com
February 2, 2026 at 9:38 AM
I mean just this bit speaks for itself, but the whole article is worth reading..
A reckless farce, which needs to be stopped now.
A reckless farce, which needs to be stopped now.
February 2, 2026 at 9:38 AM
I mean just this bit speaks for itself, but the whole article is worth reading..
A reckless farce, which needs to be stopped now.
A reckless farce, which needs to be stopped now.
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President Trump, "We're considering an arch, like the Arc de Triumphe in Paris"
"We're the biggest most powerful nation, our arc will be the biggest one"
"Like the ballroom, we're going to build the most beautiful ballroom in the world"
"We're the biggest most powerful nation, our arc will be the biggest one"
"Like the ballroom, we're going to build the most beautiful ballroom in the world"
February 1, 2026 at 3:13 PM
President Trump, "We're considering an arch, like the Arc de Triumphe in Paris"
"We're the biggest most powerful nation, our arc will be the biggest one"
"Like the ballroom, we're going to build the most beautiful ballroom in the world"
"We're the biggest most powerful nation, our arc will be the biggest one"
"Like the ballroom, we're going to build the most beautiful ballroom in the world"