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It's time for closer ties with Europe.
"If Greenland marks the end of the world looking to the US for leadership, it has also become the moment for Europe (...) to lift their heads out of the sand."
https://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2026/jan/20/donald-trump-greenland-world-plan-leadership
"If Greenland marks the end of the world looking to the US for leadership, it has also become the moment for Europe (...) to lift their heads out of the sand."
https://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2026/jan/20/donald-trump-greenland-world-plan-leadership
As Trump menaces Greenland, this much is clear: the free world needs a new plan – and inspired leadership | Gordon Brown
The idea that the liberal rules-based order can survive his presidency now seems complacent. This is a historic moment –
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January 20, 2026 at 1:46 PM
It's time for closer ties with Europe.
"If Greenland marks the end of the world looking to the US for leadership, it has also become the moment for Europe (...) to lift their heads out of the sand."
https://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2026/jan/20/donald-trump-greenland-world-plan-leadership
"If Greenland marks the end of the world looking to the US for leadership, it has also become the moment for Europe (...) to lift their heads out of the sand."
https://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2026/jan/20/donald-trump-greenland-world-plan-leadership
Mathew on Monday: when Britain needed Love Actually, It Got Mr Bean www.libdemvoice.org/mathew-on-mo...
Mathew on Monday: when Britain needed Love Actually, It Got Mr Bean
There are moments in politics when symbolism matters as much as substance, when tone, posture and moral clarity speak louder than any communique or briefing note. This morning should have been one of ...
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January 20, 2026 at 10:52 AM
Mathew on Monday: when Britain needed Love Actually, It Got Mr Bean www.libdemvoice.org/mathew-on-mo...
Ed under attack www.libdemvoice.org/ed-under-att...
Ed under attack
The Guardian reports significant numbers of Liberal Democrat MPs are becoming frustrated by what they view as an overly cautious approach under Ed Davey, and the party’s failure to spell out a nationa...
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January 20, 2026 at 10:42 AM
Ed under attack www.libdemvoice.org/ed-under-att...
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Lib Dem source: “Just 45 more Tory defections until Ed becomes Leader of the Opposition.”
January 18, 2026 at 8:53 PM
Lib Dem source: “Just 45 more Tory defections until Ed becomes Leader of the Opposition.”
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There was, of course, absolutely nothing to stop these Tories resigning when their own Party was literally in the middle of doing all the things they now claim to be so unhappy about.
(Come on Higgins!)
(Come on Higgins!)
January 18, 2026 at 9:26 PM
There was, of course, absolutely nothing to stop these Tories resigning when their own Party was literally in the middle of doing all the things they now claim to be so unhappy about.
(Come on Higgins!)
(Come on Higgins!)
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Our message to social media giants is clear: if your platform spreads harmful content or relies on addictive algorithms, you should not be allowed anywhere near our children.
January 19, 2026 at 3:30 PM
Our message to social media giants is clear: if your platform spreads harmful content or relies on addictive algorithms, you should not be allowed anywhere near our children.
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Just extremely weird 🤪
Donald Trump sent a bizarre text message to Norway's Prime Minister, complaining that Greenland shouldn't belong to Denmark.
https://metro.co.uk/2026/01/19/trump-says-greenland-shouldnt-danish-just-a-boat-landed-300-years-ago-26387296/
Donald Trump sent a bizarre text message to Norway's Prime Minister, complaining that Greenland shouldn't belong to Denmark.
https://metro.co.uk/2026/01/19/trump-says-greenland-shouldnt-danish-just-a-boat-landed-300-years-ago-26387296/
January 19, 2026 at 4:00 PM
Just extremely weird 🤪
Donald Trump sent a bizarre text message to Norway's Prime Minister, complaining that Greenland shouldn't belong to Denmark.
https://metro.co.uk/2026/01/19/trump-says-greenland-shouldnt-danish-just-a-boat-landed-300-years-ago-26387296/
Donald Trump sent a bizarre text message to Norway's Prime Minister, complaining that Greenland shouldn't belong to Denmark.
https://metro.co.uk/2026/01/19/trump-says-greenland-shouldnt-danish-just-a-boat-landed-300-years-ago-26387296/
FTSE 100 bosses have already earned a year’s pay in just 3 days 😳 It’s time to tackle extreme pay gaps. Sign the petition now and support a new tax to tackle extreme pay. you.38degrees.org.uk/petitions/fa...
‘Fat Cat Tax’: Make companies pay for extreme inequalities
FTSE 100 bosses have already earned a year’s pay in just 3 days 😳 It’s time to tackle extreme pay gaps. Sign the petition now and support a new tax to tackle extreme pay.
you.38degrees.org.uk
January 19, 2026 at 3:47 PM
FTSE 100 bosses have already earned a year’s pay in just 3 days 😳 It’s time to tackle extreme pay gaps. Sign the petition now and support a new tax to tackle extreme pay. you.38degrees.org.uk/petitions/fa...
Iran: back the people, isolate the regime www.libdemvoice.org/iran-back-th...
Iran: back the people, isolate the regime
Britain should stand with Iran’s protesters, not the regime. That means targeted pressure, democratic solidarity, and practical steps that actually bite. Here’s what those practical steps should look ...
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January 19, 2026 at 9:49 AM
Iran: back the people, isolate the regime www.libdemvoice.org/iran-back-th...
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You have to stand up to bullies…
January 19, 2026 at 5:20 AM
You have to stand up to bullies…
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Deutsche Bank here with the good stuff.
Game on.
Game on.
January 18, 2026 at 6:59 PM
Deutsche Bank here with the good stuff.
Game on.
Game on.
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After years of criticising Davos, Nigel Farage heads to Davos
After years of criticising Davos, Nigel Farage heads to Davos
Reform UK leader has decried ‘globalist’ event but this year hopes to meet Donald Trump for Greenland talks
www.theguardian.com
January 19, 2026 at 7:53 AM
After years of criticising Davos, Nigel Farage heads to Davos
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❌ The US withdrawal from the UNFCCC undermines decades of international cooperation to address the climate and nature crisis.
Now is the moment for the UK to step up. We urge the Govt to fill the vacuum in global leadership and act with urgency here at home.
📰 tinyurl.com/mvh63kzr
Now is the moment for the UK to step up. We urge the Govt to fill the vacuum in global leadership and act with urgency here at home.
📰 tinyurl.com/mvh63kzr
January 15, 2026 at 5:36 PM
❌ The US withdrawal from the UNFCCC undermines decades of international cooperation to address the climate and nature crisis.
Now is the moment for the UK to step up. We urge the Govt to fill the vacuum in global leadership and act with urgency here at home.
📰 tinyurl.com/mvh63kzr
Now is the moment for the UK to step up. We urge the Govt to fill the vacuum in global leadership and act with urgency here at home.
📰 tinyurl.com/mvh63kzr
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📉 UK biodiversity remains in serious decline—a worrying confirmation of what many suspected. We need an urgent rethink of our approach to protecting ecosystems, safeguarding species, and restoring habitats. It’s time for new, science-led legislation. #CANBill
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
UK biodiversity continues to decline, 2025 bioindicators show
Wallingford scientists contributed to the 2025 indicators with analysis of animal and plant trends.
www.bbc.co.uk
January 16, 2026 at 10:57 AM
📉 UK biodiversity remains in serious decline—a worrying confirmation of what many suspected. We need an urgent rethink of our approach to protecting ecosystems, safeguarding species, and restoring habitats. It’s time for new, science-led legislation. #CANBill
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
It's time to get #RoyOnTheCard www.libdemvoice.org/its-time-to-...
It’s time to get #RoyOnTheCard
For too long, a great injustice has existed within our party; some say, within our society. Across Britain, calls for reform on this issue have been dismissed. As a proud liberal and social democrat, ...
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January 18, 2026 at 3:50 PM
It's time to get #RoyOnTheCard www.libdemvoice.org/its-time-to-...
How could a coalition work? www.libdemvoice.org/how-could-a-...
How could a coalition work?
Britain faces the grave threat of a Reform-led Trumpist Government in a hung parliament after the next election. Lord William Wallace recently discussed a Labour / Lib Dem / Green Coalition as a pote...
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January 18, 2026 at 11:56 AM
How could a coalition work? www.libdemvoice.org/how-could-a-...
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NEWS: Canada just checkmated the United States.
Breaking with the U.S., Canada has struck a major deal with China: Ottawa will cut its 100% tariff on Chinese electric vehicles in exchange for dramatically lower tariffs on Canadian farm products.
Breaking with the U.S., Canada has struck a major deal with China: Ottawa will cut its 100% tariff on Chinese electric vehicles in exchange for dramatically lower tariffs on Canadian farm products.
January 16, 2026 at 6:20 PM
NEWS: Canada just checkmated the United States.
Breaking with the U.S., Canada has struck a major deal with China: Ottawa will cut its 100% tariff on Chinese electric vehicles in exchange for dramatically lower tariffs on Canadian farm products.
Breaking with the U.S., Canada has struck a major deal with China: Ottawa will cut its 100% tariff on Chinese electric vehicles in exchange for dramatically lower tariffs on Canadian farm products.
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Reform is fast becoming "Conservatives with a new name and logo."
But with the worst aspects of conservativism increased and the more honourable side removed.
It's the most facile rebrand since Royal Mail briefly became Consignia in 2001.
But with the worst aspects of conservativism increased and the more honourable side removed.
It's the most facile rebrand since Royal Mail briefly became Consignia in 2001.
January 16, 2026 at 8:41 PM
Reform is fast becoming "Conservatives with a new name and logo."
But with the worst aspects of conservativism increased and the more honourable side removed.
It's the most facile rebrand since Royal Mail briefly became Consignia in 2001.
But with the worst aspects of conservativism increased and the more honourable side removed.
It's the most facile rebrand since Royal Mail briefly became Consignia in 2001.
The government cancelling local elections threatens accountability and undermines local democracy. Parliament must debate whether the government should have this power. Please sign our letter.
secure.unlockdemocracy.org.uk/page/184786/...
secure.unlockdemocracy.org.uk/page/184786/...
A dark day for democracy
The government cancelling local elections threatens accountability and undermines local democracy. Parliament must debate whether the government should have this power. Please sign our letter.
secure.unlockdemocracy.org.uk
January 16, 2026 at 11:46 AM
The government cancelling local elections threatens accountability and undermines local democracy. Parliament must debate whether the government should have this power. Please sign our letter.
secure.unlockdemocracy.org.uk/page/184786/...
secure.unlockdemocracy.org.uk/page/184786/...
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US vetoes most Ethiopian athletes for the World Crosscountry Championships in Florida by denying their visas. Ethiopia will be unable to record a team result in either the U20 men’s or U20 women’s races, ending its 44-year medal streak.
I’m sure the Olympics and World Cup are going to be fine. 😡
I’m sure the Olympics and World Cup are going to be fine. 😡
U.S. denies entry to 14 Ethiopian athletes ahead of World XC Championships - Canadian Running Magazine
According to a report from LetsRun.com, only four of the 18 Ethiopian U20 athletes had their U.S. visa applications accepted
runningmagazine.ca
January 10, 2026 at 6:32 AM
US vetoes most Ethiopian athletes for the World Crosscountry Championships in Florida by denying their visas. Ethiopia will be unable to record a team result in either the U20 men’s or U20 women’s races, ending its 44-year medal streak.
I’m sure the Olympics and World Cup are going to be fine. 😡
I’m sure the Olympics and World Cup are going to be fine. 😡
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"We have got to be increasing taxation of wealth so we don't have this very shameful situation."
PMUK's Julia Davies on Sky News this morning discussing today's headlines, including @ageuk.bsky.social research that 2 million pensioners are at risk of being in poverty.
PMUK's Julia Davies on Sky News this morning discussing today's headlines, including @ageuk.bsky.social research that 2 million pensioners are at risk of being in poverty.
January 14, 2026 at 2:01 PM
"We have got to be increasing taxation of wealth so we don't have this very shameful situation."
PMUK's Julia Davies on Sky News this morning discussing today's headlines, including @ageuk.bsky.social research that 2 million pensioners are at risk of being in poverty.
PMUK's Julia Davies on Sky News this morning discussing today's headlines, including @ageuk.bsky.social research that 2 million pensioners are at risk of being in poverty.
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The GCR in Leicestershire and Nottinghamshire are separated by 500 yards of missing bridges and embankments at Loughborough. In this video Tim Dunn looks at the project, already well under way, to close that gap.
Bridging Loughborough Gap to create an 18-mile heritage railway
I once described the the Great Central Railway – Nottingham as a bit of a mystery to those of us in Leicestershire. Rather like the Easter...
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January 13, 2026 at 10:37 PM
The GCR in Leicestershire and Nottinghamshire are separated by 500 yards of missing bridges and embankments at Loughborough. In this video Tim Dunn looks at the project, already well under way, to close that gap.
Bravery in the open www.libdemvoice.org/bravery-in-t...
Bravery in the open
The plates of British politics are drifting like never before, populism on the right and the left creating a chasm at the heart of the centre ground; now is the time to sprint towards it, claim it, a...
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January 14, 2026 at 2:15 PM
Bravery in the open www.libdemvoice.org/bravery-in-t...
Mathew on Monday: why X must be held to account over Grok www.libdemvoice.org/mathew-on-mo...
Mathew on Monday: why X must be held to account over Grok
I was on GB News early this morning, setting out why I agree with Ed Davey that X should be suspended, pending an investigation into Grok. Some readers may not relish the idea of me appearing on GB Ne...
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January 14, 2026 at 2:12 PM
Mathew on Monday: why X must be held to account over Grok www.libdemvoice.org/mathew-on-mo...