Darryl
@darrylspittle.bsky.social
#birding #ecology #ornithology
Scops Owl bagged. Didn’t exactly rush down to Copperopolis but seemed rude not to pop in and say ‘hello’. #birdingWales
December 11, 2025 at 7:53 PM
Scops Owl bagged. Didn’t exactly rush down to Copperopolis but seemed rude not to pop in and say ‘hello’. #birdingWales
Goldcliff Pools: Black Redstart briefly at ‘the dump’, little else of note. #gwentbirding
December 11, 2025 at 1:32 PM
Goldcliff Pools: Black Redstart briefly at ‘the dump’, little else of note. #gwentbirding
Approx. grid ref. ST318897, W3W ///bottle.transit.care. #gwentbirding #birdingWales @birdguides.bsky.social
Glebelands Park, Newport: adult female Pied Flycatcher still present, feeding OK and looking healthy enough. #gwentbirding #birdingWales cc @birdguides.bsky.social
December 11, 2025 at 10:34 AM
Approx. grid ref. ST318897, W3W ///bottle.transit.care. #gwentbirding #birdingWales @birdguides.bsky.social
Glebelands Park, Newport: adult female Pied Flycatcher still present, feeding OK and looking healthy enough. #gwentbirding #birdingWales cc @birdguides.bsky.social
December 11, 2025 at 10:31 AM
Glebelands Park, Newport: adult female Pied Flycatcher still present, feeding OK and looking healthy enough. #gwentbirding #birdingWales cc @birdguides.bsky.social
Quick circuit of the local lanes, ‘highlights’: Red Kite and roadkill Otter. 😠 #gwentbirding #birdingbybike #lowcarbonbirding
December 10, 2025 at 12:32 PM
Quick circuit of the local lanes, ‘highlights’: Red Kite and roadkill Otter. 😠 #gwentbirding #birdingbybike #lowcarbonbirding
“UN environment report 'hijacked' by US and others,…” The Trump administration and its backers are our enemy and we should act appropriately. www.bbc.co.uk/news/article... #climate #environment
UN environment report 'hijacked' over fossil fuels - top scientist
The US and other governments derailed agreement on a global environment study, it's co-chair says.
www.bbc.co.uk
December 9, 2025 at 9:44 AM
“UN environment report 'hijacked' by US and others,…” The Trump administration and its backers are our enemy and we should act appropriately. www.bbc.co.uk/news/article... #climate #environment
Up to Cwmcarn Pond along the canal: Kingfisher, 3 Goosander, Little Grebe, 115 Moorhen, 349 Mallard, 2 domestic duck and a Mallard x domestic duck? hybrid. Also two Pochard at Ynysyfro during a brief scan on the way back. #gwentbirds #lowcarbonbirding #birdingbybike
December 8, 2025 at 1:16 PM
Up to Cwmcarn Pond along the canal: Kingfisher, 3 Goosander, Little Grebe, 115 Moorhen, 349 Mallard, 2 domestic duck and a Mallard x domestic duck? hybrid. Also two Pochard at Ynysyfro during a brief scan on the way back. #gwentbirds #lowcarbonbirding #birdingbybike
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Three more Farage bloc MEPs alleged to have followed Russian asset’s script
Three more Farage bloc MEPs alleged to have followed Russian asset’s script
At least eight MEPs elected for Ukip or Brexit party now known to have been focus of efforts by jailed Nathan Gill
Three more British MEPs from Nigel Farage’s bloc are alleged to have “followed the script” given to a colleague who was being bribed by an alleged Russian asset, according to prosecutors, as a police investigation into the affair continues.
The Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) has named Jonathan Bullock, Julia Reid and Steven Woolfe, saying they followed the script provided to Nathan Gill by Oleg Voloshyn when giving interviews to 112 Ukraine, a pro-Russian TV channel in March 2019. Continue reading...
www.theguardian.com
December 7, 2025 at 3:40 PM
Three more Farage bloc MEPs alleged to have followed Russian asset’s script
Lovely day for a WeBS count. Ynysyfro: one male Pochard, zero Scops Owls. #gwentbirding #moist
December 7, 2025 at 12:18 PM
Lovely day for a WeBS count. Ynysyfro: one male Pochard, zero Scops Owls. #gwentbirding #moist
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Reform UK’s attack on nature protections risks destroying the UK's already fragile ecosystem | Stuart Spray
Reform plan to scrap nature protections would speed “demise” of UK countryside
Reform UK’s attack on nature protections risks destroying the UK's already fragile ecosystem
kentandsurreybylines.co.uk
December 5, 2025 at 7:58 AM
Reform UK’s attack on nature protections risks destroying the UK's already fragile ecosystem | Stuart Spray
No sign of the Pied Fly during a quick look in ropey conditions this afternoon. Might still be worth a visit as and when the wind and rain ease off. #gwentbirds
December 6, 2025 at 5:21 PM
No sign of the Pied Fly during a quick look in ropey conditions this afternoon. Might still be worth a visit as and when the wind and rain ease off. #gwentbirds
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THe power of the press in the UK.
Ignoring "all the Green crap" as David Cameron did, costs farmers £800m in one year.
But a slight and easily avoidable increase in Inheritance Tax by Labour is an excuse for a farmers' revolt?
www.theguardian.com/environment/...
Ignoring "all the Green crap" as David Cameron did, costs farmers £800m in one year.
But a slight and easily avoidable increase in Inheritance Tax by Labour is an excuse for a farmers' revolt?
www.theguardian.com/environment/...
UK farmers lose £800m after heat and drought cause one of worst harvests on record
Many now concerned about ability to make living in fast-changing climate after one of worst grain harvests recorded
www.theguardian.com
December 4, 2025 at 5:12 PM
THe power of the press in the UK.
Ignoring "all the Green crap" as David Cameron did, costs farmers £800m in one year.
But a slight and easily avoidable increase in Inheritance Tax by Labour is an excuse for a farmers' revolt?
www.theguardian.com/environment/...
Ignoring "all the Green crap" as David Cameron did, costs farmers £800m in one year.
But a slight and easily avoidable increase in Inheritance Tax by Labour is an excuse for a farmers' revolt?
www.theguardian.com/environment/...
Have had the ringing details on the Pied Flycatcher back from @btobirds.bsky.social.
It was ringed as an adult female on 20th May 2024 at Afon Artro, Gwynedd, 155 km NNW of Glebelands Park.
#gwentbirding #birdingWales
It was ringed as an adult female on 20th May 2024 at Afon Artro, Gwynedd, 155 km NNW of Glebelands Park.
#gwentbirding #birdingWales
Did not expect to see a Pied Flycatcher today. Latest Gwent record. Might go back tomorrow to get it on the ‘birds I have seen in the UK in December’ list. Currently attempting to piece together the ring details. Ta to Chris for finding and Matt for passing on the news. #gwentbirding #birdingWales
December 2, 2025 at 10:52 PM
Have had the ringing details on the Pied Flycatcher back from @btobirds.bsky.social.
It was ringed as an adult female on 20th May 2024 at Afon Artro, Gwynedd, 155 km NNW of Glebelands Park.
#gwentbirding #birdingWales
It was ringed as an adult female on 20th May 2024 at Afon Artro, Gwynedd, 155 km NNW of Glebelands Park.
#gwentbirding #birdingWales
Despite manky conditions the Pied Flycatcher is still present at Glebelands Park, Newport (c.ST318898). Feeding in trees nr the bowls centre. cc @birdguides.bsky.social #gwenrbirding #birdingWales
December 1, 2025 at 11:45 AM
Despite manky conditions the Pied Flycatcher is still present at Glebelands Park, Newport (c.ST318898). Feeding in trees nr the bowls centre. cc @birdguides.bsky.social #gwenrbirding #birdingWales
Did not expect to see a Pied Flycatcher today. Latest Gwent record. Might go back tomorrow to get it on the ‘birds I have seen in the UK in December’ list. Currently attempting to piece together the ring details. Ta to Chris for finding and Matt for passing on the news. #gwentbirding #birdingWales
November 30, 2025 at 5:25 PM
Did not expect to see a Pied Flycatcher today. Latest Gwent record. Might go back tomorrow to get it on the ‘birds I have seen in the UK in December’ list. Currently attempting to piece together the ring details. Ta to Chris for finding and Matt for passing on the news. #gwentbirding #birdingWales
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'Reform UK Ltd gets 92% of its funding from climate change deniers and fossil fuel corporate interests'
A new survey reveals negative attitudes to Reform UK Ltd
Reform UK Ltd gets 92% of its funding from climate change deniers and fossil fuel corporate interests, provoking negative reactions
centralbylines.co.uk
November 15, 2025 at 12:49 PM
'Reform UK Ltd gets 92% of its funding from climate change deniers and fossil fuel corporate interests'
Well, it’s taken a decade of national decline, but it seems the penny has *finally* dropped amongst the anti-EU Haw-Haws at The Telegraph. Can’t wait for the article in which they apologise for peddling the treacherous shite that was/is Brexit.
November 29, 2025 at 9:46 PM
Well, it’s taken a decade of national decline, but it seems the penny has *finally* dropped amongst the anti-EU Haw-Haws at The Telegraph. Can’t wait for the article in which they apologise for peddling the treacherous shite that was/is Brexit.
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"Conservative groups, funded by fossil fuel magnates, spend $1B/yr interfering with public understanding of what is happening to our world. Few investments rival the return they've gotten from evangelicals."
An oldie but goodie makes the link between fossil fuels, climate denial, and U.S. religion.
An oldie but goodie makes the link between fossil fuels, climate denial, and U.S. religion.
How Fossil Fuel Money Made Climate Change Denial the Word of God
Splinter is your home for news and opinions that challenge power in our political and economic system that's becoming more unhinged each and every day.
www.splinter.com
November 28, 2025 at 12:59 AM
"Conservative groups, funded by fossil fuel magnates, spend $1B/yr interfering with public understanding of what is happening to our world. Few investments rival the return they've gotten from evangelicals."
An oldie but goodie makes the link between fossil fuels, climate denial, and U.S. religion.
An oldie but goodie makes the link between fossil fuels, climate denial, and U.S. religion.
Ynysyfro this arvo: 3 male Pochard. #gwentbirding
November 29, 2025 at 5:01 PM
Ynysyfro this arvo: 3 male Pochard. #gwentbirding
Dead at Goldcliff Pools this AM, highlight: dropping a glove halfway round, not realising until getting back to the car, retracing my steps,… and,… refinding it! YAY! Also Kingfisher and 21 Snipe. #gwentbirding
November 27, 2025 at 12:59 PM
Dead at Goldcliff Pools this AM, highlight: dropping a glove halfway round, not realising until getting back to the car, retracing my steps,… and,… refinding it! YAY! Also Kingfisher and 21 Snipe. #gwentbirding
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Back our campaign to fix our trade with Europe:
www.libdems.org.uk/trade
www.libdems.org.uk/trade
Fix Britain's Trade
Liberal Democrats want to turbocharge our economy by forming a Customs Union with the EU, tearing down the trade barriers and red tape holding us back.
www.libdems.org.uk
November 26, 2025 at 3:55 PM
Back our campaign to fix our trade with Europe:
www.libdems.org.uk/trade
www.libdems.org.uk/trade
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The Chancellor explicitly references the negative legacy of Brexit on the UK economy - so why is her govt so opposed to taking steps like joining the customs union or single market with all the economic benefits these would bring? #Budget2025
November 26, 2025 at 1:18 PM
The Chancellor explicitly references the negative legacy of Brexit on the UK economy - so why is her govt so opposed to taking steps like joining the customs union or single market with all the economic benefits these would bring? #Budget2025
Collister Pill: Dark-bellied Brent and Blackcap. Magor STW: Water Rail, Kingfisher, Blackcap, Treecreeper and Stoat. Magor Pill: Kingfisher, Turnstone and 1,000+ Dunlin. #gwentbirding
November 26, 2025 at 1:55 PM
Collister Pill: Dark-bellied Brent and Blackcap. Magor STW: Water Rail, Kingfisher, Blackcap, Treecreeper and Stoat. Magor Pill: Kingfisher, Turnstone and 1,000+ Dunlin. #gwentbirding
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Please sign this petition for a public inquiry into Russian influence on UK politics.
I don't care if you're left or right, Reform or Corbynite - we can't allow a hostile foreign nation to run riot in our political ecosystem.
Sign and share.
petition.parliament.uk/petitions/74...
I don't care if you're left or right, Reform or Corbynite - we can't allow a hostile foreign nation to run riot in our political ecosystem.
Sign and share.
petition.parliament.uk/petitions/74...
Petition: Call a public inquiry into Russian influence on UK politics & democracy
We are concerned about reported efforts from Russia to influence democracy in the US, UK, Europe and elsewhere. We believe we must establish the depth and breadth of possible Russian influence campaig...
petition.parliament.uk
November 25, 2025 at 4:15 PM
Please sign this petition for a public inquiry into Russian influence on UK politics.
I don't care if you're left or right, Reform or Corbynite - we can't allow a hostile foreign nation to run riot in our political ecosystem.
Sign and share.
petition.parliament.uk/petitions/74...
I don't care if you're left or right, Reform or Corbynite - we can't allow a hostile foreign nation to run riot in our political ecosystem.
Sign and share.
petition.parliament.uk/petitions/74...
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Something to remember on budget day…
Brexit is now costing the UK up to £90bn a year in lost tax revenue — £3,700 for each and every one of us.
The gift that keeps on NOT giving.
www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/poli...
Brexit is now costing the UK up to £90bn a year in lost tax revenue — £3,700 for each and every one of us.
The gift that keeps on NOT giving.
www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/poli...
Brexit costing UK up to £90bn in lost tax revenue , new analysis shows
Exclusive: Britons also up to £3,700 worse off, leading to calls for the Labour government to improve relations with the EU
www.independent.co.uk
November 26, 2025 at 7:23 AM
Something to remember on budget day…
Brexit is now costing the UK up to £90bn a year in lost tax revenue — £3,700 for each and every one of us.
The gift that keeps on NOT giving.
www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/poli...
Brexit is now costing the UK up to £90bn a year in lost tax revenue — £3,700 for each and every one of us.
The gift that keeps on NOT giving.
www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/poli...