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Living standards for all UK families set to fall by 2030, those on the lowest incomes declining twice as fast as middle and high earners.
Poorest in UK already worse off than poorest in Malta.
Govts appease corporations and the rich.
Must end neoliberal policies. Redistribute. Tax the rich.
Poorest in UK already worse off than poorest in Malta.
Govts appease corporations and the rich.
Must end neoliberal policies. Redistribute. Tax the rich.
All UK families ‘to be worse off by 2030’ as poor bear the brunt, new data warns
Keir Starmer has been dealt a fresh blow to his living standards pledge in advance of the spring statement
www.theguardian.com
March 23, 2025 at 8:02 AM
Living standards for all UK families set to fall by 2030, those on the lowest incomes declining twice as fast as middle and high earners.
Poorest in UK already worse off than poorest in Malta.
Govts appease corporations and the rich.
Must end neoliberal policies. Redistribute. Tax the rich.
Poorest in UK already worse off than poorest in Malta.
Govts appease corporations and the rich.
Must end neoliberal policies. Redistribute. Tax the rich.
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World’s worst parent and it’s a high bar.
March 23, 2025 at 1:29 PM
World’s worst parent and it’s a high bar.
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This is appalling from Trump's special envoy who has dismissed Prime Minister Keir Starmer's plan for an international force to support a ceasefire in Ukraine as "a posture and a pose"
The US is no longer a reliable ally
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
The US is no longer a reliable ally
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
Trump envoy Steve Witkoff dismisses Starmer plan for Ukraine
Steve Witkoff says the UK plans for an international force to support a ceasefire are a
www.bbc.co.uk
March 23, 2025 at 12:08 PM
This is appalling from Trump's special envoy who has dismissed Prime Minister Keir Starmer's plan for an international force to support a ceasefire in Ukraine as "a posture and a pose"
The US is no longer a reliable ally
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
The US is no longer a reliable ally
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
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Ignored by Trump and menaced by Putin, the UK turns to the EU for defensive ties
Ignored by Trump and menaced by Putin, the UK turns to the EU for defensive ties
As Trump seeks to withdraw the US from European defence, Keir Starmer is trying to develop closer ties with the UK’s neighbours
www.theguardian.com
March 20, 2025 at 7:10 PM
Ignored by Trump and menaced by Putin, the UK turns to the EU for defensive ties
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2024-25: the richest fifth paid 30% of gross household income in direct taxes, poorest fifth 16%.
The richest fifth paid 11% of disposable income in indirect taxes, poorest fifth 27%.
The poorest pay higher proportion of income in taxes.
Can't revive economy on that.
Must redistribute.
The richest fifth paid 11% of disposable income in indirect taxes, poorest fifth 27%.
The poorest pay higher proportion of income in taxes.
Can't revive economy on that.
Must redistribute.
researchbriefings.files.parliament.uk
March 20, 2025 at 8:58 AM
2024-25: the richest fifth paid 30% of gross household income in direct taxes, poorest fifth 16%.
The richest fifth paid 11% of disposable income in indirect taxes, poorest fifth 27%.
The poorest pay higher proportion of income in taxes.
Can't revive economy on that.
Must redistribute.
The richest fifth paid 11% of disposable income in indirect taxes, poorest fifth 27%.
The poorest pay higher proportion of income in taxes.
Can't revive economy on that.
Must redistribute.
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The Employment Rights Bill was supposed to scrap draconian rules forcing 50% of workers to vote for a strike ballot to be valid - but the move appears to have been quietly delayed
www.mirror.co.uk/news/politic...
www.mirror.co.uk/news/politic...
Ministers delayed repeal of Tory anti-union law and Union leaders are 'dismayed'
The Employment Rights Bill was supposed to scrap draconian rules forcing 50% of workers to vote for a strike ballot to be valid - but the move has been quietly delayed
www.mirror.co.uk
March 19, 2025 at 6:10 PM
The Employment Rights Bill was supposed to scrap draconian rules forcing 50% of workers to vote for a strike ballot to be valid - but the move appears to have been quietly delayed
www.mirror.co.uk/news/politic...
www.mirror.co.uk/news/politic...
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Former sub-postmaster Lee Castleton launching legal action against the Post Office and Fujitsu.
Good on Lee.
Civil judgement against him was obtained by fraud.
Elsewhere Govt slow to compensate, many offered lower amounts.
No one charged with mega fraud and perjury.
will they ever be?
Good on Lee.
Civil judgement against him was obtained by fraud.
Elsewhere Govt slow to compensate, many offered lower amounts.
No one charged with mega fraud and perjury.
will they ever be?
First individual Horizon victim to sue Post Office and Fujitsu
Lee Castleton has started a legal claim against his former employer over the Horizon scandal.
www.bbc.co.uk
March 19, 2025 at 9:44 AM
Former sub-postmaster Lee Castleton launching legal action against the Post Office and Fujitsu.
Good on Lee.
Civil judgement against him was obtained by fraud.
Elsewhere Govt slow to compensate, many offered lower amounts.
No one charged with mega fraud and perjury.
will they ever be?
Good on Lee.
Civil judgement against him was obtained by fraud.
Elsewhere Govt slow to compensate, many offered lower amounts.
No one charged with mega fraud and perjury.
will they ever be?
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Trump's State Department terminated a contract with a humanitarian group tracking the fate of Ukrainian children abducted by Russia.
The revelation suggests the U.S. may now be helping Russia bury a potential war crime
newrepublic.com/article/1929...
The revelation suggests the U.S. may now be helping Russia bury a potential war crime
newrepublic.com/article/1929...
Trump-Musk Scandal on Ukrainian Kids Stolen by Russia Just Got Darker
Data vital to tracking these abducted Ukrainian children may have suddenly disappeared. A bipartisan group of House members wants to know: Who did this, and why?
newrepublic.com
March 19, 2025 at 5:55 PM
Trump's State Department terminated a contract with a humanitarian group tracking the fate of Ukrainian children abducted by Russia.
The revelation suggests the U.S. may now be helping Russia bury a potential war crime
newrepublic.com/article/1929...
The revelation suggests the U.S. may now be helping Russia bury a potential war crime
newrepublic.com/article/1929...
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MUST READ: "The president and several of his officials have openly challenged judicial authority, raising fears that his administration may defy court orders — and potentially ignite a constitutional crisis."
Has the Trump Admin Officially Defied Court Orders?
Read more here.
www.democracydocket.com
March 17, 2025 at 10:59 PM
MUST READ: "The president and several of his officials have openly challenged judicial authority, raising fears that his administration may defy court orders — and potentially ignite a constitutional crisis."
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National Education Union Statement on proposed government cuts to benefits, including Personal Independence Payment (PIP)
@neunion.bsky.social 👏
@neunion.bsky.social 👏
March 18, 2025 at 9:55 PM
National Education Union Statement on proposed government cuts to benefits, including Personal Independence Payment (PIP)
@neunion.bsky.social 👏
@neunion.bsky.social 👏
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The Government’s own shocking data shows a staggering 97% of new patients who try to get an NHS dental appointment fail to get one
We all need to back the @thebda.bsky.social in its call for urgent action to save NHS dentistry
youtu.be/UtqAtGAnuC0?...
We all need to back the @thebda.bsky.social in its call for urgent action to save NHS dentistry
youtu.be/UtqAtGAnuC0?...
People having to pull out their own teeth with pliers is not Victorian - it’s medieval
YouTube video by Peter Stefanovic
youtu.be
January 15, 2025 at 8:26 AM
The Government’s own shocking data shows a staggering 97% of new patients who try to get an NHS dental appointment fail to get one
We all need to back the @thebda.bsky.social in its call for urgent action to save NHS dentistry
youtu.be/UtqAtGAnuC0?...
We all need to back the @thebda.bsky.social in its call for urgent action to save NHS dentistry
youtu.be/UtqAtGAnuC0?...
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Attorney-general pick Pam Bondi refuses to acknowledge that Trump lost the 2020 election – US politics live
Attorney-general pick Pam Bondi refuses to acknowledge that Trump lost the 2020 election – US politics live
Bondi facing senators as Kristi Noem, Marco Rubio and CIA pick John Ratcliffe also face confirmation hearings
* Trump’s attorney general faces scrutiny at Senate hearing
* Who is Pam Bondi, Trump’s pick to lead the US justice department?
Under…
www.theguardian.com
January 15, 2025 at 3:55 PM
Attorney-general pick Pam Bondi refuses to acknowledge that Trump lost the 2020 election – US politics live
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Trump, criminality & the death of decency with Professor @scottlucas.bsky.social.
Why younger people are keener on dictatorships than older ones.
Tick Tock for Tulip Siddiq with @henryriley1.bsky.social.
www.globalplayer.com/podcasts/epi...
Why younger people are keener on dictatorships than older ones.
Tick Tock for Tulip Siddiq with @henryriley1.bsky.social.
www.globalplayer.com/podcasts/epi...
James O'Brien - The Whole Show - Podcast | Global Player
<p>This is a catch-up version of James O'Brien's live, daily show on LBC Radio. To join the conversation call: 0345 60 60 973</p>
www.globalplayer.com
January 14, 2025 at 5:21 PM
Trump, criminality & the death of decency with Professor @scottlucas.bsky.social.
Why younger people are keener on dictatorships than older ones.
Tick Tock for Tulip Siddiq with @henryriley1.bsky.social.
www.globalplayer.com/podcasts/epi...
Why younger people are keener on dictatorships than older ones.
Tick Tock for Tulip Siddiq with @henryriley1.bsky.social.
www.globalplayer.com/podcasts/epi...
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“These fundamental freedoms are more important than the wishes of some students not to be offended”
Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson announces the government is reviving a free speech law for universities initially put forward by the Conservatives, with some changes
Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson announces the government is reviving a free speech law for universities initially put forward by the Conservatives, with some changes
January 15, 2025 at 4:15 PM
“These fundamental freedoms are more important than the wishes of some students not to be offended”
Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson announces the government is reviving a free speech law for universities initially put forward by the Conservatives, with some changes
Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson announces the government is reviving a free speech law for universities initially put forward by the Conservatives, with some changes
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Dear BlueSkyers. Sadly I'm getting many reports of scammers pretending to be me here, incl messaging people with 'investments' . Pls share/help me spread word that, as you know, THIS IS MY ONLY BLUE SKY account (proved as my handle is an official MoneySavingExpert one). All others are scams
January 15, 2025 at 10:02 AM
Dear BlueSkyers. Sadly I'm getting many reports of scammers pretending to be me here, incl messaging people with 'investments' . Pls share/help me spread word that, as you know, THIS IS MY ONLY BLUE SKY account (proved as my handle is an official MoneySavingExpert one). All others are scams
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Firefighters from Mexico just arrived at LAX. They'll be joining 14,000+ personnel already battling the #PalisadesFire.
California is immensely grateful to our neighbors' support in the fight against the wildfires in Los Angeles.
California is immensely grateful to our neighbors' support in the fight against the wildfires in Los Angeles.
January 11, 2025 at 11:09 PM
Firefighters from Mexico just arrived at LAX. They'll be joining 14,000+ personnel already battling the #PalisadesFire.
California is immensely grateful to our neighbors' support in the fight against the wildfires in Los Angeles.
California is immensely grateful to our neighbors' support in the fight against the wildfires in Los Angeles.
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🚨The shocking Nuked Blood Scandal is one of the greatest injustices & worst cover-ups in British history
If you are not yet familiar with this shocking scandal watch this jaw dropping report👇
youtu.be/47v31SGXS60?...
If you are not yet familiar with this shocking scandal watch this jaw dropping report👇
youtu.be/47v31SGXS60?...
🚨The shocking Nuked Blood Scandal is one of the worst cover-ups in British history
YouTube video by Peter Stefanovic
youtu.be
January 12, 2025 at 10:01 AM
🚨The shocking Nuked Blood Scandal is one of the greatest injustices & worst cover-ups in British history
If you are not yet familiar with this shocking scandal watch this jaw dropping report👇
youtu.be/47v31SGXS60?...
If you are not yet familiar with this shocking scandal watch this jaw dropping report👇
youtu.be/47v31SGXS60?...
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Ambulance crews stuck at A&E miss thousands of 999 calls a day in England
Ambulance crews stuck at A&E miss thousands of 999 calls a day in England
Exclusive: paramedics unable to respond to 100,000 calls a month as they wait to hand over patients
* ‘It feels like a war zone’ – exhausted ambulance service workers tell their stories
Paramedics in England are unable to respond to 100,000 urgent…
www.theguardian.com
January 12, 2025 at 8:18 PM
Ambulance crews stuck at A&E miss thousands of 999 calls a day in England
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Calls to leave the ECHR and replace it with a British Bill of Rights pre-supposes you can actually trust the party proposing it with your human rights in first place. Would you trust Nigel Farage with your human rights?
A good time to remind ourselves (and everyone else) of the importance & benefits of membership of the ECHR
youtu.be/iSTN-h8NoyY?...
youtu.be/iSTN-h8NoyY?...
Reform UK leader Nigel Farage says public want to leave the ECHR - let’s put the record straight
YouTube video by Peter Stefanovic
youtu.be
January 12, 2025 at 7:34 PM
Calls to leave the ECHR and replace it with a British Bill of Rights pre-supposes you can actually trust the party proposing it with your human rights in first place. Would you trust Nigel Farage with your human rights?
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A good time to remind ourselves (and everyone else) of the importance & benefits of membership of the ECHR
youtu.be/iSTN-h8NoyY?...
youtu.be/iSTN-h8NoyY?...
Reform UK leader Nigel Farage says public want to leave the ECHR - let’s put the record straight
YouTube video by Peter Stefanovic
youtu.be
January 12, 2025 at 10:17 AM
A good time to remind ourselves (and everyone else) of the importance & benefits of membership of the ECHR
youtu.be/iSTN-h8NoyY?...
youtu.be/iSTN-h8NoyY?...