@loppy-linda.bsky.social
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For more about Monica's story, see he page on the @spiesoutoflives.bsky.social site: policespiesoutoflives.org.uk/our-stories/...
Monica's Story
Jim Sutton undercover - real name Jim Boyling
Monica is one of the two of the women involved in Andrea and Monica’s case. She has requested anonymity; this has been upheld by the courts. ‘Monica...
policespiesoutoflives.org.uk
February 3, 2026 at 10:50 AM
For more about Monica's story, see he page on the @spiesoutoflives.bsky.social site: policespiesoutoflives.org.uk/our-stories/...
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February 3, 2026 at 7:57 PM
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It is some relief that Peter Mandelson has resigned as a Lord & that the Met has begun a criminal investigation.
It is utterly unacceptable that sensitive information may have been shared with Epstein during Mandelson's time as Business Secretary.
It is utterly unacceptable that sensitive information may have been shared with Epstein during Mandelson's time as Business Secretary.
Peter Mandelson launch criminal investigation over alleged leaks to Jeffrey Epstein – UK politics live
Files released by US apparently show Mandelson sending Epstein market-sensitive information while serving as business secretary
www.theguardian.com
February 3, 2026 at 10:20 PM
It is some relief that Peter Mandelson has resigned as a Lord & that the Met has begun a criminal investigation.
It is utterly unacceptable that sensitive information may have been shared with Epstein during Mandelson's time as Business Secretary.
It is utterly unacceptable that sensitive information may have been shared with Epstein during Mandelson's time as Business Secretary.
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Maximize your space by growing hanging basket strawberries! 🍓 They stay away from slugs, get great airflow, & look stunning.
Top Tip: Use a self-watering basket or mulch with coco coir to keep soil moist—baskets dry out fast in the sun!
#GardeningTips #Strawberries #VerticalGardening #GYO
Top Tip: Use a self-watering basket or mulch with coco coir to keep soil moist—baskets dry out fast in the sun!
#GardeningTips #Strawberries #VerticalGardening #GYO
February 3, 2026 at 10:35 PM
Maximize your space by growing hanging basket strawberries! 🍓 They stay away from slugs, get great airflow, & look stunning.
Top Tip: Use a self-watering basket or mulch with coco coir to keep soil moist—baskets dry out fast in the sun!
#GardeningTips #Strawberries #VerticalGardening #GYO
Top Tip: Use a self-watering basket or mulch with coco coir to keep soil moist—baskets dry out fast in the sun!
#GardeningTips #Strawberries #VerticalGardening #GYO
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On Nov 27th, top experts gave an official-style National Emergency Briefing to MPs and other influential people in Westminster.
They set out what the #climate and #nature crisis means for people in the UK.
@chrisgpackham.bsky.social opened with this powerful speech.
#NEB2025 #TimeToStepUp
They set out what the #climate and #nature crisis means for people in the UK.
@chrisgpackham.bsky.social opened with this powerful speech.
#NEB2025 #TimeToStepUp
Opening Statement - Chris Packham CBE | National Emergency Briefing
YouTube video by The National Emergency Briefing
youtu.be
February 4, 2026 at 7:13 AM
On Nov 27th, top experts gave an official-style National Emergency Briefing to MPs and other influential people in Westminster.
They set out what the #climate and #nature crisis means for people in the UK.
@chrisgpackham.bsky.social opened with this powerful speech.
#NEB2025 #TimeToStepUp
They set out what the #climate and #nature crisis means for people in the UK.
@chrisgpackham.bsky.social opened with this powerful speech.
#NEB2025 #TimeToStepUp
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A friend pointed me to a post on social media of a letter by Kerry McCarthy MP (Labour, Bristol East) about a request for a televised emergency briefing on the #ClimateEmergency
I was stunned by how casually the idea & its urgency were dismissed. Let’s unpack why this response is so wrong-headed 🧵
I was stunned by how casually the idea & its urgency were dismissed. Let’s unpack why this response is so wrong-headed 🧵
February 4, 2026 at 7:21 AM
A friend pointed me to a post on social media of a letter by Kerry McCarthy MP (Labour, Bristol East) about a request for a televised emergency briefing on the #ClimateEmergency
I was stunned by how casually the idea & its urgency were dismissed. Let’s unpack why this response is so wrong-headed 🧵
I was stunned by how casually the idea & its urgency were dismissed. Let’s unpack why this response is so wrong-headed 🧵
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The brave Iranian protestors deserve the UK's full support in their fight against the horrific regime - and this includes the UK committing not to support or enable actors such as the US in violating international law through any actions in Iran.
February 4, 2026 at 9:09 AM
The brave Iranian protestors deserve the UK's full support in their fight against the horrific regime - and this includes the UK committing not to support or enable actors such as the US in violating international law through any actions in Iran.
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The Govt admits it doesn’t know how many NHS staff will be impacted by settlement changes.
What does that mean for NHS waiting times, care for elderly, and patient safety?
Pushing ahead without considering the impacts on healthcare is a betrayal to us all.
www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/poli...
What does that mean for NHS waiting times, care for elderly, and patient safety?
Pushing ahead without considering the impacts on healthcare is a betrayal to us all.
www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/poli...
Government unsure how many NHS staff will be affected by immigration changes
Labour announced proposed changes to immigration rules last year
www.independent.co.uk
February 3, 2026 at 9:34 AM
The Govt admits it doesn’t know how many NHS staff will be impacted by settlement changes.
What does that mean for NHS waiting times, care for elderly, and patient safety?
Pushing ahead without considering the impacts on healthcare is a betrayal to us all.
www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/poli...
What does that mean for NHS waiting times, care for elderly, and patient safety?
Pushing ahead without considering the impacts on healthcare is a betrayal to us all.
www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/poli...
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Ready to level up your backyard garden in 2026? 🌿 If you need help building & filling raised beds for a bumper harvest this year! Our latest blog is here which covers :
✅ 5 key benefits
✅ DIY wooden bed steps
✅ Brick & metal alternatives
✅ The perfect soil mix
vegplotter.com/blog/elevate...
#GYO
✅ 5 key benefits
✅ DIY wooden bed steps
✅ Brick & metal alternatives
✅ The perfect soil mix
vegplotter.com/blog/elevate...
#GYO
January 31, 2026 at 5:36 PM
Ready to level up your backyard garden in 2026? 🌿 If you need help building & filling raised beds for a bumper harvest this year! Our latest blog is here which covers :
✅ 5 key benefits
✅ DIY wooden bed steps
✅ Brick & metal alternatives
✅ The perfect soil mix
vegplotter.com/blog/elevate...
#GYO
✅ 5 key benefits
✅ DIY wooden bed steps
✅ Brick & metal alternatives
✅ The perfect soil mix
vegplotter.com/blog/elevate...
#GYO
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"When ecosystems collapse, ordinary people pay the price."
Brilliant letter in the press about the suppressed Government 'ecosystem collapse and national security' report. Don't let this story go!
Brilliant letter in the press about the suppressed Government 'ecosystem collapse and national security' report. Don't let this story go!
January 30, 2026 at 8:58 AM
"When ecosystems collapse, ordinary people pay the price."
Brilliant letter in the press about the suppressed Government 'ecosystem collapse and national security' report. Don't let this story go!
Brilliant letter in the press about the suppressed Government 'ecosystem collapse and national security' report. Don't let this story go!
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The genetics of many diseases thought to have simple causes—a mutation in a single gene—might be a lot more complex than previously thought. "We're in an era of discovering a lot more about the complexity of our genomes," says Professor of Human Genetics Anna Murray. @nataliegreenpeer.bsky.social
These genes were thought to lead to blindness 100% of the time. They don't.
New research finds that retinal diseases thought to map one-to-one to genetic mutations are more complicated than that.
www.livescience.com
January 31, 2026 at 8:44 PM
The genetics of many diseases thought to have simple causes—a mutation in a single gene—might be a lot more complex than previously thought. "We're in an era of discovering a lot more about the complexity of our genomes," says Professor of Human Genetics Anna Murray. @nataliegreenpeer.bsky.social
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the oldest adage in journalism is “follow the money”
new in the FT:
new in the FT:
January 31, 2026 at 11:43 PM
the oldest adage in journalism is “follow the money”
new in the FT:
new in the FT:
This is the reality for families in Bickershaw right now—and the land is owned by the King. 🏰💔 It’s tearing families apart and making kids sick. We’re calling on the King to take responsibility and clear this toxic mess once and for all. Will you add your name? you.38degrees.org.uk/petitions/ki...
King Charles: Clean up the illegal dump in Wigan!
Imagine living next to 25,000 tonnes of rotting, rat-infested rubbish. This is the reality for families in Bickershaw right now—and the land is owned by the King. 🏰💔 It’s tearing families apart and ma...
you.38degrees.org.uk
February 1, 2026 at 9:23 AM
This is the reality for families in Bickershaw right now—and the land is owned by the King. 🏰💔 It’s tearing families apart and making kids sick. We’re calling on the King to take responsibility and clear this toxic mess once and for all. Will you add your name? you.38degrees.org.uk/petitions/ki...
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“Only 25 of the world’s 300 largest cities have female mayors. A tiny 5% of municipal leadership positions are filled by women. Despite these figures, many of the cities that are making the most progress to become greener, cleaner, more equitable and liveable are led by women.”
READ: bit.ly/4rbmcHu
READ: bit.ly/4rbmcHu
January 24, 2026 at 11:01 AM
“Only 25 of the world’s 300 largest cities have female mayors. A tiny 5% of municipal leadership positions are filled by women. Despite these figures, many of the cities that are making the most progress to become greener, cleaner, more equitable and liveable are led by women.”
READ: bit.ly/4rbmcHu
READ: bit.ly/4rbmcHu
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Matthew Goodwin is a key node in Reform’s growing ties to autocratic Hungary 👇🏻
The Farage-Orbán network
Inside Reform’s deepening ties to Hungary’s autocratic regime...
open.substack.com
January 28, 2026 at 8:59 AM
Matthew Goodwin is a key node in Reform’s growing ties to autocratic Hungary 👇🏻
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Irish citizens to receive emergency preparedness booklets covering the growing threat of extreme weather, based on advice from the Dept of Defence.
What is the UK Government's plan to forewarn and protect its citizens?
UK is not prepared. See video clip below
www.irishtimes.com/ireland/2026...
What is the UK Government's plan to forewarn and protect its citizens?
UK is not prepared. See video clip below
www.irishtimes.com/ireland/2026...
All households in Ireland to get emergency preparation booklet in coming weeks
Department of Defence body prepared the advice for handling extreme weather and other crises
www.irishtimes.com
January 27, 2026 at 4:40 PM
Irish citizens to receive emergency preparedness booklets covering the growing threat of extreme weather, based on advice from the Dept of Defence.
What is the UK Government's plan to forewarn and protect its citizens?
UK is not prepared. See video clip below
www.irishtimes.com/ireland/2026...
What is the UK Government's plan to forewarn and protect its citizens?
UK is not prepared. See video clip below
www.irishtimes.com/ireland/2026...
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Paul Goddard says that when he arrives at London Bridge rail station there is no one there to assist him “99% of the time”, despite him having made a reservation having on the Passenger Assistance app.
Unfortunately, Paul’s experience is common ⬇️
Unfortunately, Paul’s experience is common ⬇️
January 27, 2026 at 5:35 PM
Paul Goddard says that when he arrives at London Bridge rail station there is no one there to assist him “99% of the time”, despite him having made a reservation having on the Passenger Assistance app.
Unfortunately, Paul’s experience is common ⬇️
Unfortunately, Paul’s experience is common ⬇️
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Join us for our inspiring event with environmentalist & author Jonathon Porritt in discussion with former Green Party leader @carolinelucas.bsky.social. They'll be discussing Jonathon's book 'Love, Anger & Betrayal: Just Stop Oil's Young Climate Campaigners'.
www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/city-books...
www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/city-books...
January 20, 2026 at 10:59 AM
Join us for our inspiring event with environmentalist & author Jonathon Porritt in discussion with former Green Party leader @carolinelucas.bsky.social. They'll be discussing Jonathon's book 'Love, Anger & Betrayal: Just Stop Oil's Young Climate Campaigners'.
www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/city-books...
www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/city-books...
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Beat the winter blues with indoor gardening, your sunny windowsill is prime real estate.
🌶️ Start Chillis & Peppers now for a summer harvest.
🥗 Grow Microgreens for fresh salads in just 7-14 days.
🌿 Herbs like Basil & Chives thrive in the light.
Start your "itch to grow" today! 🍅✨
🌶️ Start Chillis & Peppers now for a summer harvest.
🥗 Grow Microgreens for fresh salads in just 7-14 days.
🌿 Herbs like Basil & Chives thrive in the light.
Start your "itch to grow" today! 🍅✨
January 13, 2026 at 9:45 AM
Beat the winter blues with indoor gardening, your sunny windowsill is prime real estate.
🌶️ Start Chillis & Peppers now for a summer harvest.
🥗 Grow Microgreens for fresh salads in just 7-14 days.
🌿 Herbs like Basil & Chives thrive in the light.
Start your "itch to grow" today! 🍅✨
🌶️ Start Chillis & Peppers now for a summer harvest.
🥗 Grow Microgreens for fresh salads in just 7-14 days.
🌿 Herbs like Basil & Chives thrive in the light.
Start your "itch to grow" today! 🍅✨
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Planning your 2026 garden this weekend? 🥕
Don't just plant—plan for resilience. Our new guide covers the top drought-tolerant crops and how to use VegPlotter to map out a weather-proof layout.
Read more: vegplotter.com/blog/how-to-... #GardenTwitter #FoodSecurity #VegPlotter
Don't just plant—plan for resilience. Our new guide covers the top drought-tolerant crops and how to use VegPlotter to map out a weather-proof layout.
Read more: vegplotter.com/blog/how-to-... #GardenTwitter #FoodSecurity #VegPlotter
How to Design a Climate-Resilient Vegetable Garden in 2026: A Step-by-Step Guide
Whether you are a beginner or seasoned fruit and vegetable grower, have a small kitchen garden or run multiple full size allotment plots. VegPlotter's online garden planning software will help you…
vegplotter.com
January 24, 2026 at 11:48 AM
Planning your 2026 garden this weekend? 🥕
Don't just plant—plan for resilience. Our new guide covers the top drought-tolerant crops and how to use VegPlotter to map out a weather-proof layout.
Read more: vegplotter.com/blog/how-to-... #GardenTwitter #FoodSecurity #VegPlotter
Don't just plant—plan for resilience. Our new guide covers the top drought-tolerant crops and how to use VegPlotter to map out a weather-proof layout.
Read more: vegplotter.com/blog/how-to-... #GardenTwitter #FoodSecurity #VegPlotter
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Maximize your herb harvest while you're away! 🌿
Before your holiday, cut back parsley, chervil, sorrel, & tarragon. Give them a final soak with a liquid fertilizer; you'll return to lush new growth. Freeze the clippings in bags immediately to keep them aromatic and fresh! ✈️🌱 #GardeningTips #Herbs
Before your holiday, cut back parsley, chervil, sorrel, & tarragon. Give them a final soak with a liquid fertilizer; you'll return to lush new growth. Freeze the clippings in bags immediately to keep them aromatic and fresh! ✈️🌱 #GardeningTips #Herbs
January 27, 2026 at 11:11 PM
Maximize your herb harvest while you're away! 🌿
Before your holiday, cut back parsley, chervil, sorrel, & tarragon. Give them a final soak with a liquid fertilizer; you'll return to lush new growth. Freeze the clippings in bags immediately to keep them aromatic and fresh! ✈️🌱 #GardeningTips #Herbs
Before your holiday, cut back parsley, chervil, sorrel, & tarragon. Give them a final soak with a liquid fertilizer; you'll return to lush new growth. Freeze the clippings in bags immediately to keep them aromatic and fresh! ✈️🌱 #GardeningTips #Herbs
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If you are hit hard psychologically by the impact of this hard climate/economic-news, then this new little film of ours is for YOU:
youtu.be/4H-5qwm3jjM?...
It’s called THE HARDEST LESSON. And IMO, it’s a work of art…
youtu.be/4H-5qwm3jjM?...
It’s called THE HARDEST LESSON. And IMO, it’s a work of art…
January 28, 2026 at 7:21 AM
If you are hit hard psychologically by the impact of this hard climate/economic-news, then this new little film of ours is for YOU:
youtu.be/4H-5qwm3jjM?...
It’s called THE HARDEST LESSON. And IMO, it’s a work of art…
youtu.be/4H-5qwm3jjM?...
It’s called THE HARDEST LESSON. And IMO, it’s a work of art…
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Please spread this far and wide, as stories don't get much bigger than this. When the government blocks even the intelligence services from telling us we're heading for environmental catastrophe, you know we have a problem. A very big problem.
Thank you.
www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
Thank you.
www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
The UK government didn't want you to see this report on ecosystem collapse. I'm not surprised | George Monbiot
It took an FOI request to bring this national security assessment to light. For ‘doomsayers’ like us, it is the ultimate vindication, says Guardian columnist George Monbiot
www.theguardian.com
January 28, 2026 at 7:18 AM
Please spread this far and wide, as stories don't get much bigger than this. When the government blocks even the intelligence services from telling us we're heading for environmental catastrophe, you know we have a problem. A very big problem.
Thank you.
www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
Thank you.
www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
MEPs: Vote NO to the EU–Mercosur agreement action.eko.org/a/meps-vote-...
MEPs: Vote NO to the EU–Mercosur agreement
They’re raising their glasses.Last week, EU governments voted for the EU–Mercosur deal — a dirty trade pact that would supercharge deforestation of the Amazon, slash food and environmental standards,
action.eko.org
January 28, 2026 at 8:47 AM
MEPs: Vote NO to the EU–Mercosur agreement action.eko.org/a/meps-vote-...
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We're happy to announce the first wave of supporting organisations for our upcoming demonstration against Britain's nuclear expansion, including @ucu.org.uk and @fbunational.bsky.social!
Join us at RAF Marham on Saturday, 28 Feb!
More details: https://cnduk.org/stop-british-nuke-jets/
Join us at RAF Marham on Saturday, 28 Feb!
More details: https://cnduk.org/stop-british-nuke-jets/
January 24, 2026 at 2:27 PM
We're happy to announce the first wave of supporting organisations for our upcoming demonstration against Britain's nuclear expansion, including @ucu.org.uk and @fbunational.bsky.social!
Join us at RAF Marham on Saturday, 28 Feb!
More details: https://cnduk.org/stop-british-nuke-jets/
Join us at RAF Marham on Saturday, 28 Feb!
More details: https://cnduk.org/stop-british-nuke-jets/