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mhairiblack.bsky.social @mhairiblack.bsky.social · 12d

Mon along for an evening with Graham Spiers and myself talking all things politics, comedy, and football.

Audience Q&A for any burning questions or heckles.

▶️ Eastwood Theatre in Glasgow
▶️ Saturday 18th October
▶️ 7.30pm

🎟️👇: Get Tickets Here

www.ercultureandleisure.org/events/an-ev...

An Evening with Mhairi Black

Come and listen to Mhairi in conversation with Graham Spiers and hear her take on the highs and lows of political life.

www.ercultureandleisure.org

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mhairiblack.bsky.social @mhairiblack.bsky.social · Jul 16

On Wednesdays we #WeakestLink

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mhairiblack.bsky.social @mhairiblack.bsky.social · Jul 11

It’s that time of year again! Mon along to this year’s Fringe and have a laugh helping me figure out my next show. Tickets cheaper than a round at the pub (in Edinburgh during the fringe).

Tickets 🎟️: www.edfringe.com/tickets/what...

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Jolyon Maugham KC @goodlawproject.org · May 14

“Only ten years ago we were the best in the world in the annual LGBTI Rights Ranking. We’re now 22nd... This is not just an embarrassment abroad – it’s also a tragedy at home for tens of thousands of people struggling to live lives of quiet dignity.” goodlaw.social/5mgp

UK plummets down rankings for LGBTQ+ rights

Last month’s Supreme Court ruling has seen the UK fall six places to 22nd. It’s time to fight back

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The National @scotnational.bsky.social · May 2

Don't miss out on our new series investigating Trump's links to Scotland, and how his policies are affecting us from thousands of miles away 👀

Trump and Scotland starts in The National on Monday – subscribe today and don't miss out thenational.scot/subscribe 👇

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Jolyon Maugham KC @goodlawproject.org · Apr 23

Thanks to support from the trans community and its allies we are now advertising for a full time equalities solicitor.

Trans people know they are at the thin end of fascism. If you're a lawyer, here's how you help them fight back. goodlawproject.org/vacancy/seni...

Senior Associate - Equalities Law | Good Law Project

Join the team at Good Law Project

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mhairiblack.bsky.social @mhairiblack.bsky.social · Apr 19

Bit of an, “I ain’t reading all that” post. But if you get the chance, here are some of my thoughts on the #supremecourt ruling.

#LwiththeT #LGBTQ #WomensRights

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mhairiblack.bsky.social @mhairiblack.bsky.social · Apr 17

I’ve got massive respect for @johnswinney.bsky.social but this is political cowardice.

Politicians should seek to scrutinise and change bad laws, not pitifully accept it.

John Swinney @johnswinney.bsky.social · Apr 16

The Scottish Government accepts today’s Supreme Court judgement. The ruling gives clarity between two relevant pieces of legislation passed at Westminster.

We will now engage on the implications of the ruling. Protecting the rights of all will underpin our actions.

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mhairiblack.bsky.social @mhairiblack.bsky.social · Apr 6

No Paisley. No party.

Thank you 🙏 Loved it, and love you ❤️

#paisley #comedy #politics #glasgowcomedyfestival

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mhairiblack.bsky.social @mhairiblack.bsky.social · Apr 3

ADHD in action! If you missed it on BBC Two, you can catch the full documentary on BBC iPlayer. 👉 rb.gy/lgi53v

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mhairiblack.bsky.social @mhairiblack.bsky.social · Apr 3

Fave thing is the “abandon hope” above the stage door.

Excellent night all round.

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Kevin P. Gilday @kevinpgilday.bsky.social · Apr 1

Can't believe this is tomorrow night! A showcase of Scottish culture featuring @hannahlavery.bsky.social @mhairiblack.bsky.social @callummcsorley.bsky.social and @stuartmcpherson.bsky.social - a bill of legends. Curated and hosted by myself and Nasim Rebecca Asl.

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mhairiblack.bsky.social @mhairiblack.bsky.social · Mar 19

Listen. I know everyone has their own circumstances but if you own a Tesla, I’m heavy judging you.

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Laura Webster @lauraewebster.bsky.social · Mar 10

🚨The National has launched a fundraiser for Medical Aid for Palestinians.

Gaza's health system is in a dire situation. Many hospitals are closed or destroyed by Israeli forces. Over 1000 healthcare workers have been killed. People need help.

www.thenational.scot/news/2499027...

The National launches major fundraising drive for Medical Aid for Palestinians

Gaza's healthcare system is collapsing.

www.thenational.scot

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mhairiblack.bsky.social @mhairiblack.bsky.social · Mar 9

Never be too serious ❤️💛

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mhairiblack.bsky.social @mhairiblack.bsky.social · Mar 9

It’ll be fun. I promise.

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mhairiblack.bsky.social @mhairiblack.bsky.social · Mar 9

Both scary and exciting making this film with Sarah Howitt. If you want to know more about myself, Parliament, or neurodiversity - give it a swatch.

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mhairiblack.bsky.social @mhairiblack.bsky.social · Feb 23

Started the maths is shite party. Just cannae count how many members we have…

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Brian McG.⭐⭐🇺🇦🇵🇸 @br1mcg.bsky.social · Feb 21

Just trying to think of a country with massive bot farms that is desperately trying to suppress this story. Please read and repost 👇🏼

Byline Times @bylinetimes.bsky.social · Feb 21

🚨BREAKING CROSSPOST AFTER DDOS ATTACK

Donald Trump Was Recruited by the KGB Under Codename ‘Krasnov’ Claims Former Soviet Spy Chief

A former senior KGB chief claims Trump was recruited by them in 1987 due to his role as a prominent US businessman

www.bylinesupplement.com/p/breaking-c...

BREAKING CROSSPOST: Donald Trump Was Recruited by the KGB Under Codename ‘Krasnov’ Claims Former Soviet Spy Chief

Byline Times has crashed due to a DDOS attack and the original story blocked: a former senior KGB chief claims Trump was recruited by them in 1987 due to his role as a prominent US businessman

www.bylinesupplement.com

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mhairiblack.bsky.social @mhairiblack.bsky.social · Feb 20

Musk clearly renamed Twitter X cause it’s the only way they can get in touch with him

2 pictures on Twitter (renamed ‘X’) showing both Grimes and Ashley St. Clair pleading with the father of their children, Elon Musk, to respond to them

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mhairiblack.bsky.social @mhairiblack.bsky.social · Jan 30

Tue 10th June - Sat 14th June at the @sohotheatre.bsky.social

London Tickets here 🎟️: sohotheatre.com/events/mhair...

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mhairiblack.bsky.social @mhairiblack.bsky.social · Jan 30

4 Scottish shows sold out since recording this 💃

Get your tickets here 🎟️: gildedballoon.co.uk/mhairiblack/

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mhairiblack.bsky.social @mhairiblack.bsky.social · Jan 27

No paywall on the below link 👇

Ungagged! @ungagged.bsky.social · Jan 25

Donald Trump's return suggests Nazis are back in power... by @mhairiblack.bsky.social ...
archive.is/hJU3j

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MeidasTouch @meidastouch.com · Jan 21

Wow. Bishop Mariann Edgar Budde fearlessly calls out Trump and Vance to their faces. This is heroic.

(posting in 3 parts due to Bluesky's 1 minute limit)

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mhairiblack.bsky.social @mhairiblack.bsky.social · Jan 21

Any news outlets calling this ‘accidental’ or ‘appears to be’ or ‘similar’ - it’s a literal Nazi salute. We see you.

E Pluribus Unum @january.6.was.a.failedcoup.com · Jan 21

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