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Kate Moore
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Ran away to Norfolk seaside. Alll musings of an opinionated dog lover who writes for @BylinesEast about politics, nature & fairness. Pro EU centrist.
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Impressive fact checking from @sturdyalex.bsky.social & which major news outlets should be doing.

Was Farage warning us to distrust his every word when he said "To expect people to blindly believe what they are told, I'm afraid the days when we trusted our leaders that much are long long gone."? 😱
I see Nigel Farage is back to claiming he "predicted" the war between Russia and Ukraine in the EU Parliament, when in fact he spoke AFTER the annexation of Crimea, to defend Russia and claim it was all the EU's fault.

I did a full fact-check, with clips, here:

podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/f...
Fact Check: Nigel Farage on Ukraine and Putin
Podcast Episode · Quiet Riot · S1, E9 Bonus · 12m
podcasts.apple.com
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#Advent2025 #CarolsCountdown

🎵 Hark! The Herald Angels Sing 🎵

Today’s featured carol from Norwich Cathedral Choir’s new Christmas album #LordOfTheDance.

Listen here and find out more about the album 👇
cathedral.org.uk/news/carols-...

@dioceseofnorwich.bsky.social
December 18, 2025 at 7:01 AM
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This is obscene. Why can't other politicians say that?

The 25 richest families are collectively $358.7 billion richer than a year ago, with a combined fortune totaling $2.9 trillion.
December 18, 2025 at 9:00 AM
Not a fan of fruit cakes? Nor am I.

BUT... this 👇 recipe makes a really yummy fruity Christmas cake.

Kate Viscardi really knows how to bake... 🍚👩‍🍳🥮🎂
Christmas is fast approaching... so if you haven't made the Christmas cake yet, fear not.

Kate Viscardi has some clever tips and tricks to make a delicious cake.

She also shares her secret to mature the cake within a few days...
The traditional Christmas fruitcake raised to new heights
Time to deck the halls with … fruitcake. Whether you are making it for Christmas or a wedding, here is the perfect recipe
eastangliabylines.co.uk
December 18, 2025 at 3:10 PM
To have such approval 👇 brings as much joy & mirth as a ball at Netherfield Hall 🤣
Today marks Jane Austen’s 250th birthday. In our pastiche tribute, we asked ourselves: what would she make of East Anglia Bylines? The answer, we fear, involves raised eyebrows and a great many dashes.
eastangliabylines.co.uk/lifestyle/hu...
A review of East Anglia Bylines, as conceived by Miss Jane Austen
On the occasion of her 250th birthday, we invited Miss Austen to cast a critical eye over our work. We are grateful for her kind attention
eastangliabylines.co.uk
December 16, 2025 at 7:55 PM
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Mr @chrisgrey.bsky.social hits it out of the park this week. No other word for it.

Sometimes gross, Chris's blog can feel a bit like the Domesday book, listing out the disfiguring effects of Brexitism.

But there is still room for poetry.

Joining has to be about identity.

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December 14, 2025 at 10:03 AM
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Just when I thought I couldn't admire the man more...

🎯 🎯 🎯 💯 💯 💯 👍 👍 👍
December 13, 2025 at 6:58 PM
What a morning glory sunrise.... even if a shepherd's warning...
December 14, 2025 at 7:51 AM
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✨ It’s panto time. Big praise to Joe Tracini for a Cinderella script full of energy — and for leading the audience through the chaos with heart. Buttons absolutely delivered! 💫 #PantoMagic

eastangliabylines.co.uk/lifestyle/cu...
Cinderella sparkles. But it’s Dandini who wins our heart
Cinderella dazzles with vibrant sets, lively energy and standout star Jeevan Braich. Children love it though adults might want a bit more
eastangliabylines.co.uk
December 13, 2025 at 8:00 AM
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Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O'Hara to US citizen detained by ICE: "I apologize that this happened to you in my city with people wearing vests that say 'police.' That's embarrassing."
December 11, 2025 at 3:39 AM
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On the UK-US pharmaceutical deal I'm afraid this does look like two nasty trends coming together to make a very bad agreement for the UK - namely Whitehall power to make deals with no scrutiny, and companies working with countries to coerce others. www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
What will be the cost of Keir Starmer’s new medicines deal with Donald Trump? British lives | Aditya Chakrabortty
More than £3bn that could have been used for UK patients will go to big pharma for its branded products, says Guardian columnist Aditya Chakrabortty
www.theguardian.com
December 11, 2025 at 6:57 AM
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#Christmas pantos are good for everyone. "Oh no they aren't - oh YES they are." #Cinderella is at #NorwichTheatreRoyal.
December 10, 2025 at 5:24 PM
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There's hope for improvement to rural bus transport in Norfolk.

Prime minister Kier Starmer is visiting Norwich today to announce £46m government cash coming its way...

Via North Norfolk News
Prime minister visiting Norwich TODAY to announce £46m government spending
Keir Starmer is due to visit Norwich to celebrate £46m in funding for Norfolk's bus services which will be used for new zero-emission buses, better…
www.northnorfolknews.co.uk
December 11, 2025 at 6:57 AM
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Thinking of going to USA?

Expect screening of your social media activity...

Via BBC
US could ask tourists for five-year social media history before entry
The plan would affect people from countries, including the UK, which can fill out a form in lieu of a visa.
www.bbc.co.uk
December 10, 2025 at 2:12 PM
Great to see a majority Green council take the lead on rooftop solar panels and not use agricultural land.

More councils should follow suit.
December 10, 2025 at 8:16 AM
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Yes indeed. "Do we get a say in the laws and future of our union?"

We have to start insisting on what is right for Europe, and that needs to become a central part of discussions in the UK. Otherwise it's more piss and wind.
One of the genuinely weird aspects of these long threads about what to do, is the automatic assumptionthat as soon as the UK has decided what it wants (SPS, SM, CU, etc), the discussion is over. I can't tell you how often I've wanted to post: 'Do you think the EU has any agency here?'
December 10, 2025 at 8:11 AM
Is this more evidence that Trump is not in control?

Is he merely a puppet president for Pete Hesketh et al?
Trump to ABC's Rachel Scott: "You are the most obnoxious reporter in the whole place. Let me just tell you -- you are an obnoxious-- a terrible reporter. And it's always the same thing with you. I told you."
December 9, 2025 at 9:54 AM
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"It is essential that the Conservative-run County Council pause works immediately. There is a great sense of pride & community in Sheringham & residents here feel strongly about preserving the heritage of the bus shelter. It is crucial their views & feelings are taken into account" Steff Aquarone MP
Council refuses to halt Sheringham bus shelter demolition
An MP urges a local authority to give written reassurance to residents it will pause the works.
www.bbc.co.uk
December 4, 2025 at 8:13 AM
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If you have an #insect-related job #opportunity, please send us the details [email protected]
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December 4, 2025 at 8:01 AM
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"Assuming no change in the rate of taxation, and all other things being equal, the exchequer will lose the thick end of £100bn in tax revenues this year.

Far from having to raise £26bn in extra taxes, Reeves could have chosen to halve the 20% rate of VAT with money to spare."
Brexit: the trillion pound ‘mistake’
The recent NBER report suggests the Treasury’s 2016 analysis – slammed by Brexiters as a ‘hoax’– actually understated the impact of Brexit
yorkshirebylines.co.uk
December 2, 2025 at 11:06 PM
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How the right-wing newspapers still manage to dictate BBC coverage.

Almost all of the Beeb's big post-Budget interview with the Chancellor devoted to asking whether she is a liar.

Next to nothing on any of the big measures announced this week

www.adambienkov.co.uk/p/the-real-b...
The Real 'Benefits Street' Protecting Britain's Wealthiest
The sheer scale of outrage about plans to lift children out of poverty, by taxing millionaire homeowners, tells you everything you need to know about the priorities of the British press
www.adambienkov.co.uk
November 30, 2025 at 9:36 AM
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Over 105,000 have signed the petition calling for a public inquiry into Russia's influence in UK life, democracy & politicians.

To understand the extent of interference since 2012, the hybrid warfare, the deliberate destabilisation of UK, do listen to 👇
November 30, 2025 at 10:33 AM
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Public money. Poor contracts.

It's a story that's repeated too often...

Via BBC News
Waterbeach waste site problems costing council £100,000 a week
The Waterbeach facility needs significant investment to reduce emissions.
www.bbc.com
November 29, 2025 at 7:05 AM
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Survival of the Fittest 👇.... or should that be Survival of the Richest?
November 29, 2025 at 7:21 AM
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Budget 2025

One lesso: organise, inform, campaign, protest.

UK Govt wasted 18 months, condemned millions of children to poverty. Today govt announced end of the two child benefit cap.

7 MPs had Labour whip withdrawn for opposing the cap. For 18 months Ministers defended the stupid policy.
November 26, 2025 at 3:14 PM