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Richard Sedgley
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Green Party supporter based in Cornwall, UK. Likes culture, history, languages, politics, theology. For a more equal, inclusive, humane and sustainable society. My views. 🌻🌍
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Richard Sedgley @richardsedgley.bsky.social · Aug 23
"Liberty is the equal right and heritage of every child of man, without distinction of race, colour or sex." - Emily Hobhouse, 1913
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Richard Sedgley @richardsedgley.bsky.social · 1h
The best gig I ever saw cost £4. Spiralling concert prices are a cultural disaster | John Harris

Tickets for big tours have vastly outstripped inflation, while smaller artists and venues struggle. The magic is in danger of being snuffed out entirely

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The best gig I ever saw cost £4. Spiralling concert prices are a cultural disaster | John Harris
Tickets for big tours have vastly outstripped inflation, while smaller artists and venues struggle. The magic is in danger of being snuffed out entirely, says Guardian columnist John Harris
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Richard Sedgley @richardsedgley.bsky.social · 2h
Research suggests rich people tend to be more selfish – but why is that?

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Research suggests rich people tend to be more selfish – but why is that?
Research in psychology has found a link between wealth and selfishness
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Richard Sedgley @richardsedgley.bsky.social · 3h
Cornwall Council defends 20mph plans despite local objections

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Cornwall Council defends 20mph plans despite local objections
The statistic was mentioned in a Cornwall Council discussion about the progress of the £4.5m programme
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Richard Sedgley @richardsedgley.bsky.social · 3h
Greens name Anna Collar as candidate for Hampshire and Solent Mayor

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Greens name Anna Collar as candidate for Hampshire and Solent Mayor
Anna Collar, Green candidate for the Hampshire and Solent mayor says voters want an alternative to the main parties.
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Richard Sedgley @richardsedgley.bsky.social · 3h
Gaza ceasefire cautiously welcomed but groups warn Israel must end its occupation of Palestine

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Gaza ceasefire cautiously welcomed but groups warn Israel must end its occupation of Palestine
The ceasefire deal is being celebrated, but there are also concerns Israel could backtrack, and that it won’t end the decades-long occupation
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Richard Sedgley @richardsedgley.bsky.social · 3h
King Charles hopes Amazon Prime nature documentary will "inspire" viewers

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King Charles hopes Amazon Prime nature documentary will 'inspire' viewers
The King to appear in Amazon documentary encouraging people to work with rather than against nature.
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Richard Sedgley @richardsedgley.bsky.social · 3h
Liberal Democrat membership has halved in 5 years, figures show

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Liberal Democrat membership has halved in 5 years, figures show
Analysis of available figures shows the number of party members has fallen by 49% since August 2020.
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The Green Party of England & Wales @greenparty.org.uk · 7h
⏰ Don't miss @zackpolanski.bsky.social on BBC Question Time tonight.

💻 BBC iPlayer at 9pm
📺 BBC One at 10.40pm.
Graphic with an image of Zack Polanski and the Question Time logo. Text reads: Question Time Thursday 9th October Zack Polanski Leader of Green Party of England and Wales BBC iPlayer 9:00pm BBC One - 10:40pm REAL HOPE. REAL CHANGE. Green Party Promoted by Chris Williams on behalf of The Green Party, both at PO Box 78066, London SE16 9GQ
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The Green Party of England & Wales @greenparty.org.uk · 5h
We can't keep up...

Yesterday we reached 90,000 members. Today we're at 95,000.

Be part of the Green surge. Join the Green Party today ⤵️
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Richard Sedgley @richardsedgley.bsky.social · 5h
The Green Party "had a particularly strong conference season, electing a charismatic new leader, Zack Polanski, on an “eco-populist” platform of unashamed support for migration, nationalisation of major utilities, a wealth tax and stronger environmental policy."

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Disunited kingdom • Michael Jacobs
Keir Starmer’s Labour government is struggling to position itself in a fragmented political landscape
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Richard Sedgley @richardsedgley.bsky.social · 5h
National security threatened by climate crisis, UK intelligence chiefs due to warn

Report by joint intelligence committee delayed, with concerns expressed that it may not be published

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National security threatened by climate crisis, UK intelligence chiefs due to warn
Report by joint intelligence committee delayed, with concerns expressed that it may not be published
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Richard Sedgley @richardsedgley.bsky.social · 5h
A new trail honouring England's overlooked king

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A new trail honouring England's overlooked king
The Athelstan Pilgrim Way, a new 100-mile trail in Wiltshire, recalls the reign of England's first king 1,100 years after his crowning.
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George Monbiot @georgemonbiot.bsky.social · 6h
Astonishing advance by the Greens, astonishing implosion of Labour. When will Starmer's government get the message that it is destroying its base with deeply unpopular, rightwing policies?

By chasing Reform, it legitimises the far right while delegitimising itself.
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Zack Polanski @zackpolanski.bsky.social · 8h
Latest poll puts Greens just two points behind Labour. When I said we weren't here to be disappointed in Labour but to replace them, I meant it.

Join us and let's make hope normal again.

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Poll from find out now showing greens on 15 and labour and Tories on 17. Reform on 32.
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Richard Sedgley @richardsedgley.bsky.social · 13h
Plans to weaken protections for national parks will have "disastrous consequences" say green groups

Exclusive: Letter from 170-plus organisations calls on government to drop proposed changes to planning law

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Plans to weaken protections for national parks will have ‘disastrous consequences’ say green groups
Exclusive: Letter from 170-plus organisations calls on government to drop proposed changes to planning law
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Richard Sedgley @richardsedgley.bsky.social · 1d
Will a "wealth cap" help the environment? How inequality is fuelling the climate crisis

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Richard Sedgley @richardsedgley.bsky.social · 1d
Spanish MPs back move to enshrine in law arms embargo on Israel

Decree bans all exports of defence equipment, products or technology to Israel and imports of such goods from Israel

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Spanish MPs back move to enshrine in law arms embargo on Israel
Decree bans all exports of defence equipment, products or technology to Israel and imports of such goods from Israel
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Richard Sedgley @richardsedgley.bsky.social · 1d
Green Party Autumn Conference: What Went Down | The Rose Reports

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Green Party Autumn Conference: What Went Down | The Rose Reports
YouTube video by The Northern Rose
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Richard Sedgley @richardsedgley.bsky.social · 1d
We need more elected Greens to make a fuss and keep things on track. Although there is a lot of catching up to do!
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Richard Sedgley @richardsedgley.bsky.social · 1d
River Wye pollution prompts UK's largest environmental lawsuit

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River Wye pollution prompts UK's largest environmental lawsuit
Livestock and water companies are accused of “extensive” pollution in the Wye, Lugg and Usk rivers.
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Richard Sedgley @richardsedgley.bsky.social · 1d
The Birth of Socialism - A Better World is Possible | Origin Story

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The Birth of Socialism – A Better World is Possible
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Richard Sedgley @richardsedgley.bsky.social · 1d
Not zero targets should be a responsibility for all levels of government. Sustainability can't just be the objective of national governments. As the green slogan goes, think globally, act locally.
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Richard Sedgley @richardsedgley.bsky.social · 1d
Does anyone know what the Green councillors in Cornwall have said about this? @cornwallgreens.bsky.social
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Richard Sedgley @richardsedgley.bsky.social · 1d
Cornwall Council set to delay net zero target to 2045

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Cornwall Council set to delay net zero target to 2045
Emissions have reduced by 2–3% a year since 2019, far below the pace needed to meet a 2030 target.
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Richard Sedgley @richardsedgley.bsky.social · 1d
What makes sense is that "without slashing emissions we are in deep, deep trouble". Further delays to dealing with climate breakdown will make it worse and cost lives.

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Our world is hurtling into climate disaster and what do politicians give us? Oilfields and new runways | Bill McGuire
In the name of ‘pragmatism’, green measures are being ditched, net zero derided. Be very clear: without slashing emissions we are in deep, deep trouble, says UCL professor Bill McGuire
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Richard Sedgley @richardsedgley.bsky.social · 1d
Cornwall Council set to delay net zero target to 2045

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Cornwall Council set to delay net zero target to 2045
Emissions have reduced by 2–3% a year since 2019, far below the pace needed to meet a 2030 target.
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Richard Sedgley @richardsedgley.bsky.social · 1d
We have had years of austerity policies and Brexit that has wrecked our economy and public services. Our high streets are like ghost towns in many places and communities are seriously lacking investment and opportunities. It's part of what's fuelling the rise of Farage/Reform here.