Chris Tweed
@squonky.bsky.social
Leicestershire bloke. Enjoys taking photos, getting outdoors, history, prehistory, music, a good read & a spot of red wine. Widowed, proud dad.
https://christweedphoto.uk/
https://christweedphoto.uk/
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🔥 Rachel Reeves says there’s a “hole” in the public finances.
A new decade-long Brexit study quantifies it:
A 6–8% hit to GDP
That's £180bn-£240bn a year
It means less tax revenue and so less money for everything.
Brexit made Britain MUCH poorer.
A new decade-long Brexit study quantifies it:
A 6–8% hit to GDP
That's £180bn-£240bn a year
It means less tax revenue and so less money for everything.
Brexit made Britain MUCH poorer.
New: Boris Johnson’s ‘Brexit Titanic success’ was half right
Nearly ten years on, the first full assessment of Brexit confirms what millions warned: Britain made itself poorer
eastangliabylines.co.uk
November 27, 2025 at 7:04 AM
🔥 Rachel Reeves says there’s a “hole” in the public finances.
A new decade-long Brexit study quantifies it:
A 6–8% hit to GDP
That's £180bn-£240bn a year
It means less tax revenue and so less money for everything.
Brexit made Britain MUCH poorer.
A new decade-long Brexit study quantifies it:
A 6–8% hit to GDP
That's £180bn-£240bn a year
It means less tax revenue and so less money for everything.
Brexit made Britain MUCH poorer.
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Recent research showed that a huge proportion (87%) of Brits rely on hanging wet clothes inside their homes – and they’re unknowingly causing serious issues.
A study by the University of Manchester found that drying a wet load of washing indoors can release two litres of water into your home.
A study by the University of Manchester found that drying a wet load of washing indoors can release two litres of water into your home.
The mould truth: Expert warns Brits of one common habit that brings damp into their homes
As winter returns, and households dry laundry indoors, new research suggests this is contributing to dangerous mould problems in the home
kentandsurreybylines.co.uk
November 25, 2025 at 7:48 AM
Recent research showed that a huge proportion (87%) of Brits rely on hanging wet clothes inside their homes – and they’re unknowingly causing serious issues.
A study by the University of Manchester found that drying a wet load of washing indoors can release two litres of water into your home.
A study by the University of Manchester found that drying a wet load of washing indoors can release two litres of water into your home.
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#MusicSky 🎧
Thrilled & privileged to have a Rural District Lo-fi Recording Project song on this "Winter" themed EP. The brainchild of @thehomecurrent.bsky.social
Excitingly it's available On Demand on #CD & #vinyl until the end of Nov
+ digital ♾️
👇
subexoticrecords.bandcamp.com/album/yule-25
Thrilled & privileged to have a Rural District Lo-fi Recording Project song on this "Winter" themed EP. The brainchild of @thehomecurrent.bsky.social
Excitingly it's available On Demand on #CD & #vinyl until the end of Nov
+ digital ♾️
👇
subexoticrecords.bandcamp.com/album/yule-25
Yule 25, by Various Artists
4 track album
subexoticrecords.bandcamp.com
November 26, 2025 at 9:15 PM
#MusicSky 🎧
Thrilled & privileged to have a Rural District Lo-fi Recording Project song on this "Winter" themed EP. The brainchild of @thehomecurrent.bsky.social
Excitingly it's available On Demand on #CD & #vinyl until the end of Nov
+ digital ♾️
👇
subexoticrecords.bandcamp.com/album/yule-25
Thrilled & privileged to have a Rural District Lo-fi Recording Project song on this "Winter" themed EP. The brainchild of @thehomecurrent.bsky.social
Excitingly it's available On Demand on #CD & #vinyl until the end of Nov
+ digital ♾️
👇
subexoticrecords.bandcamp.com/album/yule-25
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I wonder if the Snow loves the trees and fields
that it kisses them so gently?❄️
and then it covers them up snug - you know
with a white quilt
and perhaps it says
"go to sleep darlings 'til the summer comes again"
- Lewis Carroll❄️
edwardgivens.bandcamp.com/album/snow-globe
#snow #musicsky #Christmas
that it kisses them so gently?❄️
and then it covers them up snug - you know
with a white quilt
and perhaps it says
"go to sleep darlings 'til the summer comes again"
- Lewis Carroll❄️
edwardgivens.bandcamp.com/album/snow-globe
#snow #musicsky #Christmas
Snow Globe 2
YouTube video by Edward Givens - Topic
youtu.be
November 27, 2025 at 6:36 AM
I wonder if the Snow loves the trees and fields
that it kisses them so gently?❄️
and then it covers them up snug - you know
with a white quilt
and perhaps it says
"go to sleep darlings 'til the summer comes again"
- Lewis Carroll❄️
edwardgivens.bandcamp.com/album/snow-globe
#snow #musicsky #Christmas
that it kisses them so gently?❄️
and then it covers them up snug - you know
with a white quilt
and perhaps it says
"go to sleep darlings 'til the summer comes again"
- Lewis Carroll❄️
edwardgivens.bandcamp.com/album/snow-globe
#snow #musicsky #Christmas
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Snow Globe
"Impressionistic holiday themed music that beautifully captures the magic of that special time between Winter Solstice and New Years."
Available on CD and
Bandcamp: shorturl.at/hunlN
iTunes: shorturl.at/NkcA2
Tidal: shorturl.at/5UH8I
Others too.
"Impressionistic holiday themed music that beautifully captures the magic of that special time between Winter Solstice and New Years."
Available on CD and
Bandcamp: shorturl.at/hunlN
iTunes: shorturl.at/NkcA2
Tidal: shorturl.at/5UH8I
Others too.
November 25, 2025 at 5:10 PM
Snow Globe
"Impressionistic holiday themed music that beautifully captures the magic of that special time between Winter Solstice and New Years."
Available on CD and
Bandcamp: shorturl.at/hunlN
iTunes: shorturl.at/NkcA2
Tidal: shorturl.at/5UH8I
Others too.
"Impressionistic holiday themed music that beautifully captures the magic of that special time between Winter Solstice and New Years."
Available on CD and
Bandcamp: shorturl.at/hunlN
iTunes: shorturl.at/NkcA2
Tidal: shorturl.at/5UH8I
Others too.
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As Edward said, this is going to be a lovely thing. Perfect for your more discerning friends and families’ xmas stockings.
Thrilled to be included in this talented line up!
with
@richardplaysthesax.bsky.social
@jjlovegrove.bsky.social
@david-soulscorch.bsky.social
@conslittleghost.bsky.social
@mikeyjmusic.bsky.social
@ajaynemusic.bsky.social
@feralman.bsky.social
@pocketlint.bsky.social
Out Dec.5th
monochromemotif.com
with
@richardplaysthesax.bsky.social
@jjlovegrove.bsky.social
@david-soulscorch.bsky.social
@conslittleghost.bsky.social
@mikeyjmusic.bsky.social
@ajaynemusic.bsky.social
@feralman.bsky.social
@pocketlint.bsky.social
Out Dec.5th
monochromemotif.com
November 12, 2025 at 5:13 PM
As Edward said, this is going to be a lovely thing. Perfect for your more discerning friends and families’ xmas stockings.
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Delia Derbyshire (1937- 2001) UK musician/composer, pioneer of electronic music, working at the BBC Radiophonic Workshop 1960s, she created the arrangement of the theme music for UK science-fiction TV series #DoctorWho
#WomensArt
#WomensArt
November 24, 2025 at 6:00 AM
Delia Derbyshire (1937- 2001) UK musician/composer, pioneer of electronic music, working at the BBC Radiophonic Workshop 1960s, she created the arrangement of the theme music for UK science-fiction TV series #DoctorWho
#WomensArt
#WomensArt
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My first album Fabulous Sceneries not only turns 15 on 1st of December, it also is available for preorder tomorrow through Elasticstage!
Link below 👇
Link below 👇
November 23, 2025 at 4:20 PM
My first album Fabulous Sceneries not only turns 15 on 1st of December, it also is available for preorder tomorrow through Elasticstage!
Link below 👇
Link below 👇
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So lucky to be on this @hartshornmusic.bsky.social compilation. Its ♥️♥️♥️
Out 5th DEC
@richardplaysthesax.bsky.social
@jjlovegrove.bsky.social
@david-soulscorch.bsky.social
@mikeyjmusic.bsky.social
@edwardgivens.bsky.social
@ajaynemusic.bsky.social
@feralman.bsky.social
@pocketlint.bsky.social
Olund
Out 5th DEC
@richardplaysthesax.bsky.social
@jjlovegrove.bsky.social
@david-soulscorch.bsky.social
@mikeyjmusic.bsky.social
@edwardgivens.bsky.social
@ajaynemusic.bsky.social
@feralman.bsky.social
@pocketlint.bsky.social
Olund
November 18, 2025 at 8:43 AM
So lucky to be on this @hartshornmusic.bsky.social compilation. Its ♥️♥️♥️
Out 5th DEC
@richardplaysthesax.bsky.social
@jjlovegrove.bsky.social
@david-soulscorch.bsky.social
@mikeyjmusic.bsky.social
@edwardgivens.bsky.social
@ajaynemusic.bsky.social
@feralman.bsky.social
@pocketlint.bsky.social
Olund
Out 5th DEC
@richardplaysthesax.bsky.social
@jjlovegrove.bsky.social
@david-soulscorch.bsky.social
@mikeyjmusic.bsky.social
@edwardgivens.bsky.social
@ajaynemusic.bsky.social
@feralman.bsky.social
@pocketlint.bsky.social
Olund
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Affinity - what does it mean to you?
You can find out what it means to ten independent musicians on December 5th.
You can find out what it means to ten independent musicians on December 5th.
November 19, 2025 at 10:36 AM
Affinity - what does it mean to you?
You can find out what it means to ten independent musicians on December 5th.
You can find out what it means to ten independent musicians on December 5th.
If you see this, post your getaway vehicle.
November 22, 2025 at 12:40 AM
If you see this, post your getaway vehicle.
@clonehenge.bsky.social Mug on the cup & ring marked stone to be found in the grounds of Yorkshire Museum. (And a shot without the mug).
November 20, 2025 at 12:18 PM
@clonehenge.bsky.social Mug on the cup & ring marked stone to be found in the grounds of Yorkshire Museum. (And a shot without the mug).
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(Obvious bias aside) this compilation is a wonderful listen
Full of great tracks from start to end, a range of styles beautifully executed, yet still speak coherently
Give the artists involved a follow
Physical & DL from 5/12/25 monochromemotif.com @hartshornmusic.bsky.social
#musicsky #synthsky
Full of great tracks from start to end, a range of styles beautifully executed, yet still speak coherently
Give the artists involved a follow
Physical & DL from 5/12/25 monochromemotif.com @hartshornmusic.bsky.social
#musicsky #synthsky
November 19, 2025 at 8:55 AM
(Obvious bias aside) this compilation is a wonderful listen
Full of great tracks from start to end, a range of styles beautifully executed, yet still speak coherently
Give the artists involved a follow
Physical & DL from 5/12/25 monochromemotif.com @hartshornmusic.bsky.social
#musicsky #synthsky
Full of great tracks from start to end, a range of styles beautifully executed, yet still speak coherently
Give the artists involved a follow
Physical & DL from 5/12/25 monochromemotif.com @hartshornmusic.bsky.social
#musicsky #synthsky
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So excited to be part of this ‘Affinity’ project. Artwork by the wonderful @squonky.bsky.social 🖤🩷 Out 5th DEC
Thank you @hartshornmusic.bsky.social
Thank you @hartshornmusic.bsky.social
November 18, 2025 at 9:06 AM
So excited to be part of this ‘Affinity’ project. Artwork by the wonderful @squonky.bsky.social 🖤🩷 Out 5th DEC
Thank you @hartshornmusic.bsky.social
Thank you @hartshornmusic.bsky.social
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Thrilled to be included in this talented line up!
with
@richardplaysthesax.bsky.social
@jjlovegrove.bsky.social
@david-soulscorch.bsky.social
@conslittleghost.bsky.social
@mikeyjmusic.bsky.social
@ajaynemusic.bsky.social
@feralman.bsky.social
@pocketlint.bsky.social
Out Dec.5th
monochromemotif.com
with
@richardplaysthesax.bsky.social
@jjlovegrove.bsky.social
@david-soulscorch.bsky.social
@conslittleghost.bsky.social
@mikeyjmusic.bsky.social
@ajaynemusic.bsky.social
@feralman.bsky.social
@pocketlint.bsky.social
Out Dec.5th
monochromemotif.com
November 12, 2025 at 5:06 PM
Thrilled to be included in this talented line up!
with
@richardplaysthesax.bsky.social
@jjlovegrove.bsky.social
@david-soulscorch.bsky.social
@conslittleghost.bsky.social
@mikeyjmusic.bsky.social
@ajaynemusic.bsky.social
@feralman.bsky.social
@pocketlint.bsky.social
Out Dec.5th
monochromemotif.com
with
@richardplaysthesax.bsky.social
@jjlovegrove.bsky.social
@david-soulscorch.bsky.social
@conslittleghost.bsky.social
@mikeyjmusic.bsky.social
@ajaynemusic.bsky.social
@feralman.bsky.social
@pocketlint.bsky.social
Out Dec.5th
monochromemotif.com
It's Tapir Tuesday! 😀
Today I got to spend some time up close with George and Tia, the Lowland Tapirs at Peak Wildlife Park.
What an experience! I was grinning from ear to ear throughout.
Big thanks to keeper Amy, who was simply amazing.
www.peakwildlifepark.co.uk
Today I got to spend some time up close with George and Tia, the Lowland Tapirs at Peak Wildlife Park.
What an experience! I was grinning from ear to ear throughout.
Big thanks to keeper Amy, who was simply amazing.
www.peakwildlifepark.co.uk
November 11, 2025 at 5:17 PM
It's Tapir Tuesday! 😀
Today I got to spend some time up close with George and Tia, the Lowland Tapirs at Peak Wildlife Park.
What an experience! I was grinning from ear to ear throughout.
Big thanks to keeper Amy, who was simply amazing.
www.peakwildlifepark.co.uk
Today I got to spend some time up close with George and Tia, the Lowland Tapirs at Peak Wildlife Park.
What an experience! I was grinning from ear to ear throughout.
Big thanks to keeper Amy, who was simply amazing.
www.peakwildlifepark.co.uk
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Dec 5th - new comp CD,DL & vinyl feat.
@richardplaysthesax.bsky.social
@jjlovegrove.bsky.social
@david-soulscorch.bsky.social
@conslittleghost.bsky.social
@mikeyjmusic.bsky.social
@edwardgivens.bsky.social
@ajaynemusic.bsky.social
@feralman.bsky.social
@pocketlint.bsky.social
Olund
@richardplaysthesax.bsky.social
@jjlovegrove.bsky.social
@david-soulscorch.bsky.social
@conslittleghost.bsky.social
@mikeyjmusic.bsky.social
@edwardgivens.bsky.social
@ajaynemusic.bsky.social
@feralman.bsky.social
@pocketlint.bsky.social
Olund
November 6, 2025 at 2:46 PM
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A month today, ten friends of the label……
November 5, 2025 at 1:58 PM
A month today, ten friends of the label……
Just brewed a V60 Switch of my fave Old Brown Java (from The Bean Shop, Perth) straight into a Thermos mug. However, after taking a couple of slurps, have had to remove the lid because I can't stand 'sippy lids'. Won't be doing that again unless I really *need* it to stay hot.
thebeanshop.co.uk
thebeanshop.co.uk
Freshly roasted speciality coffee bean shop
Artisan coffee roastery based in Scotland. We batch roast speciality coffee daily using the finest Arabica coffee beans. Order online now for rapid delivery
thebeanshop.co.uk
November 2, 2025 at 5:03 PM
Just brewed a V60 Switch of my fave Old Brown Java (from The Bean Shop, Perth) straight into a Thermos mug. However, after taking a couple of slurps, have had to remove the lid because I can't stand 'sippy lids'. Won't be doing that again unless I really *need* it to stay hot.
thebeanshop.co.uk
thebeanshop.co.uk
Prostate cancer affects tens of thousands of men each year - including one in four Black men - yet routine screenings for men at risk still aren’t available. Sign the petition now calling for routine screenings for all men at risk of developing prostate cancer:
you.38degrees.org.uk/petitions/ro...
you.38degrees.org.uk/petitions/ro...
Introduce routine prostate cancer screenings for all at risk!
Despite prostate cancer affecting tens of thousands of men each year - including one in four Black men - routine screenings for men at risk still aren’t available.
But right now the UK National Scree...
you.38degrees.org.uk
October 22, 2025 at 6:12 PM
Prostate cancer affects tens of thousands of men each year - including one in four Black men - yet routine screenings for men at risk still aren’t available. Sign the petition now calling for routine screenings for all men at risk of developing prostate cancer:
you.38degrees.org.uk/petitions/ro...
you.38degrees.org.uk/petitions/ro...
Just home from my diabetes ‘MOT’. Now the wait for results. It helped that the nurse I saw is the one at the practice who just puts me at ease & makes me feel relaxed. Now home with a big mug of coffee & my favourite music on the hi-fi 😁
jjlovegrove.bandcamp.com/album/the-li...
jjlovegrove.bandcamp.com/album/the-li...
October 17, 2025 at 9:32 AM
Just home from my diabetes ‘MOT’. Now the wait for results. It helped that the nurse I saw is the one at the practice who just puts me at ease & makes me feel relaxed. Now home with a big mug of coffee & my favourite music on the hi-fi 😁
jjlovegrove.bandcamp.com/album/the-li...
jjlovegrove.bandcamp.com/album/the-li...
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In case you missed it ...
"68% of Britons would now accept a return to free movement across borders in exchange for regaining access to the EU's single market. Among those who voted to Leave in 2016, the margin for Returning stands at 54-35%. Even 44% of Reform Party voters are in favour of it."
#RejoineU 🇬🇧🇪🇺
#RejoineU 🇬🇧🇪🇺
Eye-Opening Poll on British Regret over Brexit
The Guardian has a story out today about a really gob smacking poll by the European Council on Foreign Relations (ECFR) regarding closer relations between the UK and EU, based on a survey of more than...
www.dailykos.com
October 15, 2025 at 11:15 AM
In case you missed it ...
Having a bit of a Zep evening.
October 15, 2025 at 8:28 PM
Having a bit of a Zep evening.
If you see this, QRT with a game released the year you were born.
October 12, 2025 at 10:53 AM
If you see this, QRT with a game released the year you were born.
It's my birthday, and as if by magic @gelatovillage.bsky.social have liquorice gelato available today 😁 Thank you, wonderful as ever! Just keep this quiet from my diabetes nurse 🙄😉 #Leicester
October 3, 2025 at 12:47 PM
It's my birthday, and as if by magic @gelatovillage.bsky.social have liquorice gelato available today 😁 Thank you, wonderful as ever! Just keep this quiet from my diabetes nurse 🙄😉 #Leicester