Mark N
@marknew.bsky.social
Politics, cinema, sport and travel. British but loves all things Latin.
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Absolutely amazing chart from @peterkellner.bsky.social's piece in @thenewworldmag.bsky.social today:
www.thenewworld.co.uk/peter-kellne...
www.thenewworld.co.uk/peter-kellne...
December 9, 2025 at 9:58 PM
Absolutely amazing chart from @peterkellner.bsky.social's piece in @thenewworldmag.bsky.social today:
www.thenewworld.co.uk/peter-kellne...
www.thenewworld.co.uk/peter-kellne...
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Brexit had reduced UK GDP by 6% to 8%, with the impact accumulating gradually over time.
Investment was reduced by between 12% and 18%, employment by 3% to 4% and productivity by 3% to 4%.
Staggering economic self-harm.
https://bit.ly/44faQch
Investment was reduced by between 12% and 18%, employment by 3% to 4% and productivity by 3% to 4%.
Staggering economic self-harm.
https://bit.ly/44faQch
'GDP reduced by 8%' - Nine-year study reveals how Brexit decimated UK economy
Can't help but feel those responsible for Brexit should not, for example, be riding high in the polls with a new party...
www.thelondoneconomic.com
November 17, 2025 at 11:40 AM
Brexit had reduced UK GDP by 6% to 8%, with the impact accumulating gradually over time.
Investment was reduced by between 12% and 18%, employment by 3% to 4% and productivity by 3% to 4%.
Staggering economic self-harm.
https://bit.ly/44faQch
Investment was reduced by between 12% and 18%, employment by 3% to 4% and productivity by 3% to 4%.
Staggering economic self-harm.
https://bit.ly/44faQch
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Nowhere in the hysterical pile-on against the BBC in the British press has anyone mentioned that BBC News now has 77 million viewers & listeners in the US and has established itself as the second most trusted news source there.
November 11, 2025 at 8:37 AM
Nowhere in the hysterical pile-on against the BBC in the British press has anyone mentioned that BBC News now has 77 million viewers & listeners in the US and has established itself as the second most trusted news source there.
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800,000 jobs in the green economy in the UK.
We know Labour's plans could create 400k more.
So what impact would a Reform government have when their stated policy is to dismantle & destroy this entire sector?
It would be an absolute catastrophic disaster for people, for communities, ...
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We know Labour's plans could create 400k more.
So what impact would a Reform government have when their stated policy is to dismantle & destroy this entire sector?
It would be an absolute catastrophic disaster for people, for communities, ...
1/2
November 5, 2025 at 2:36 PM
800,000 jobs in the green economy in the UK.
We know Labour's plans could create 400k more.
So what impact would a Reform government have when their stated policy is to dismantle & destroy this entire sector?
It would be an absolute catastrophic disaster for people, for communities, ...
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We know Labour's plans could create 400k more.
So what impact would a Reform government have when their stated policy is to dismantle & destroy this entire sector?
It would be an absolute catastrophic disaster for people, for communities, ...
1/2
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November 4, 2025 at 9:48 AM
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🔴Language matters. Rather than 'migrants', why don't we just call them 'people'?
Some thoughts on how we can do better. 👇
open.substack.com/pub/nicolake...
Some thoughts on how we can do better. 👇
open.substack.com/pub/nicolake...
Why don't we call them people?
On how the media covers migration
open.substack.com
October 22, 2025 at 7:50 PM
🔴Language matters. Rather than 'migrants', why don't we just call them 'people'?
Some thoughts on how we can do better. 👇
open.substack.com/pub/nicolake...
Some thoughts on how we can do better. 👇
open.substack.com/pub/nicolake...
So, the pavements outside fast food joints are covered with litter, bins are full, filthy pavements have not been cleaned in years but you fine someone for pouring coffee down the drain. Explain yourselves @richmondcouncil.bsky.social
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
Kew woman fined £150 for pouring coffee down drain in Richmond
Burcu Yesilyurt says the fine is
www.bbc.co.uk
October 22, 2025 at 8:01 AM
So, the pavements outside fast food joints are covered with litter, bins are full, filthy pavements have not been cleaned in years but you fine someone for pouring coffee down the drain. Explain yourselves @richmondcouncil.bsky.social
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
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A bleak dystopia where Sharia law predominates, while economic and cultural divisions mean that the different communities live parallel, segregated lives.
Oh, wait, that’s Dubai …
Oh, wait, that’s Dubai …
October 18, 2025 at 8:24 AM
A bleak dystopia where Sharia law predominates, while economic and cultural divisions mean that the different communities live parallel, segregated lives.
Oh, wait, that’s Dubai …
Oh, wait, that’s Dubai …
Bravo BBC. We need more articles like this to help humanize people living in asylum hotels.
www.bbc.com/news/article...
www.bbc.com/news/article...
Behind the doors of asylum hotels - what I found when I went inside
A BBC reporter goes into four hotels and speaks to asylum seekers and staff about what daily life is like.
www.bbc.com
September 23, 2025 at 7:05 AM
Bravo BBC. We need more articles like this to help humanize people living in asylum hotels.
www.bbc.com/news/article...
www.bbc.com/news/article...
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“In Finland, the number of homeless people has fallen sharply. Those affected receive a small apartment & counselling with no preconditions. 4 out of 5 people affected make their way back into a stable life. And all this is CHEAPER than accepting homelessness.”
It costs a lot less to house people.
It costs a lot less to house people.
Finland ends homelessness and provides shelter for all in need - scoop.me
In Finland, the number of homeless people has fallen sharply. Why? The country applies the "Housing First" concept agains homelessness.
thebetter.news
September 21, 2025 at 6:24 AM
“In Finland, the number of homeless people has fallen sharply. Those affected receive a small apartment & counselling with no preconditions. 4 out of 5 people affected make their way back into a stable life. And all this is CHEAPER than accepting homelessness.”
It costs a lot less to house people.
It costs a lot less to house people.
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Extremist murders by ideology, 2013 to 2022. www.pbump.net/o/reassessin...
September 13, 2025 at 2:38 AM
Extremist murders by ideology, 2013 to 2022. www.pbump.net/o/reassessin...
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The rot set in a year ago when McSweeney won the battle against Sue Gray, and she was ousted. It’s been a disastrous journey for Starmer ever since
McSweeney is increasingly a liability for Starmer - alienating MPs and failing electorally
“Lord Mandelson is close to Sir Keir's chief of staff, Morgan McSweeney, who is known to have been keen on the appointment - and the pair spoke regularly”
news.sky.com/story/no-10-...
“Lord Mandelson is close to Sir Keir's chief of staff, Morgan McSweeney, who is known to have been keen on the appointment - and the pair spoke regularly”
news.sky.com/story/no-10-...
No 10 appointed Mandelson despite security concerns, Sky News understands
Number 10 say developed vetting was done by the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office in the normal way.
news.sky.com
September 12, 2025 at 9:15 AM
The rot set in a year ago when McSweeney won the battle against Sue Gray, and she was ousted. It’s been a disastrous journey for Starmer ever since
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it's real support from actual racists
September 8, 2025 at 3:16 PM
it's real support from actual racists
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Nigel Farage just admitted he hasn't a clue how to do anything in government, which is why he needs people like Nadine Dorries. So they will be guided by one of the stupidest morons ever to hold public office - quite the sales pitch.
September 7, 2025 at 9:05 AM
Nigel Farage just admitted he hasn't a clue how to do anything in government, which is why he needs people like Nadine Dorries. So they will be guided by one of the stupidest morons ever to hold public office - quite the sales pitch.
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🔴 Brexiteers hate the world they created
They claim that Britain is broken, while still clutching the hammer.
📝 New post 👇🏻
They claim that Britain is broken, while still clutching the hammer.
📝 New post 👇🏻
Brexiteers hate the world they created
A rant...
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August 30, 2025 at 9:07 AM
🔴 Brexiteers hate the world they created
They claim that Britain is broken, while still clutching the hammer.
📝 New post 👇🏻
They claim that Britain is broken, while still clutching the hammer.
📝 New post 👇🏻
So frustrating to see Labour allowing Reform set the agenda. I like their front bench. They seem to be decent, intelligent, hardworking people. But why can’t they put these values into practice when it comes to framing political narratives? Stop overthinking it and stand up for what you believe in!
August 28, 2025 at 11:26 AM
So frustrating to see Labour allowing Reform set the agenda. I like their front bench. They seem to be decent, intelligent, hardworking people. But why can’t they put these values into practice when it comes to framing political narratives? Stop overthinking it and stand up for what you believe in!
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Powerful words by London Mayor Sadiq Khan
@london.gov.uk in Byline Times on claims of 'lawless London' 👇
"These people can't stand what London represents... They believe a city as diverse & progressive as ours cannot be allowed to thrive. If it does, it makes a mockery of their entire worldview"
@london.gov.uk in Byline Times on claims of 'lawless London' 👇
"These people can't stand what London represents... They believe a city as diverse & progressive as ours cannot be allowed to thrive. If it does, it makes a mockery of their entire worldview"
‘These People Can’t Stand What London Represents… It Makes a Mockery of their Entire Worldview’
Sadiq Khan, the Labour Mayor of London, addresses the increasing number of claims by those in the media and politics of the capital city’s apparent decline
bylinetimes.com
August 13, 2025 at 12:37 PM
Powerful words by London Mayor Sadiq Khan
@london.gov.uk in Byline Times on claims of 'lawless London' 👇
"These people can't stand what London represents... They believe a city as diverse & progressive as ours cannot be allowed to thrive. If it does, it makes a mockery of their entire worldview"
@london.gov.uk in Byline Times on claims of 'lawless London' 👇
"These people can't stand what London represents... They believe a city as diverse & progressive as ours cannot be allowed to thrive. If it does, it makes a mockery of their entire worldview"
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"We never were, Nigel. You just didn’t seem to take much notice of it when the perpetrators were white."
LBC presenter fact checks Farage over claims the small boats crisis means the UK is no longer a "safe haven" for women and girls.
www.huffingtonpost.co.uk/entry/lbc-pr...
LBC presenter fact checks Farage over claims the small boats crisis means the UK is no longer a "safe haven" for women and girls.
www.huffingtonpost.co.uk/entry/lbc-pr...
LBC Presenter Fact Checks Nigel Farage's Claim Small Boats Have Made UK More Dangerous For Women And Girls
Ben Kentish said it was "desperate stuff" by Reform UK.
www.huffingtonpost.co.uk
August 13, 2025 at 7:38 AM
"We never were, Nigel. You just didn’t seem to take much notice of it when the perpetrators were white."
LBC presenter fact checks Farage over claims the small boats crisis means the UK is no longer a "safe haven" for women and girls.
www.huffingtonpost.co.uk/entry/lbc-pr...
LBC presenter fact checks Farage over claims the small boats crisis means the UK is no longer a "safe haven" for women and girls.
www.huffingtonpost.co.uk/entry/lbc-pr...
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Data published this year shows 20mph on London borough road resulted in:
📉40% drop in fatal collisions
📉75% fall in kids being killed
📉34% fall in people being killed or seriously injured.
Great to see Enfield making their streets safer with 20mph 👍👍
#VisionZeroLDN
📉40% drop in fatal collisions
📉75% fall in kids being killed
📉34% fall in people being killed or seriously injured.
Great to see Enfield making their streets safer with 20mph 👍👍
#VisionZeroLDN
August 1, 2025 at 3:30 PM
Data published this year shows 20mph on London borough road resulted in:
📉40% drop in fatal collisions
📉75% fall in kids being killed
📉34% fall in people being killed or seriously injured.
Great to see Enfield making their streets safer with 20mph 👍👍
#VisionZeroLDN
📉40% drop in fatal collisions
📉75% fall in kids being killed
📉34% fall in people being killed or seriously injured.
Great to see Enfield making their streets safer with 20mph 👍👍
#VisionZeroLDN
www.theguardian.com/politics/202...
The Conservative Party is absolutely useless. The issues facing Argentina are so utterly different from those that we have in Britain that the idea that we use Milei as a template is farcical.
The Conservative Party is absolutely useless. The issues facing Argentina are so utterly different from those that we have in Britain that the idea that we use Milei as a template is farcical.
Kemi Badenoch: Argentinian president Javier Milei would be ‘template’ for my government
Tory leader says she can fulfil same role as Milei, a far-right leader promising big cuts to public spending
www.theguardian.com
July 24, 2025 at 8:52 AM
www.theguardian.com/politics/202...
The Conservative Party is absolutely useless. The issues facing Argentina are so utterly different from those that we have in Britain that the idea that we use Milei as a template is farcical.
The Conservative Party is absolutely useless. The issues facing Argentina are so utterly different from those that we have in Britain that the idea that we use Milei as a template is farcical.
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Why is our media so in thrall to the dimwitted Farage? The man's wreaked havoc on this country, every single one of his ideas has been proven to be a fucking disaster and his parliamentary party has shed a third of MPs in a year. When do they challenge and stop treating him like some PM in waiting?
July 21, 2025 at 6:42 AM
Why is our media so in thrall to the dimwitted Farage? The man's wreaked havoc on this country, every single one of his ideas has been proven to be a fucking disaster and his parliamentary party has shed a third of MPs in a year. When do they challenge and stop treating him like some PM in waiting?
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IMPORTANT: The Dutch invest €595 million annually on urban biking, resulting in €19 BILLION saved in public health care costs alone. That’s how smart govts do the math on investing in better mobility.
Let’s be clear— it wastes public money to NOT do it.
#CityMakingMath HT @modacitylife.bsky.social
Let’s be clear— it wastes public money to NOT do it.
#CityMakingMath HT @modacitylife.bsky.social
July 20, 2025 at 4:44 AM
IMPORTANT: The Dutch invest €595 million annually on urban biking, resulting in €19 BILLION saved in public health care costs alone. That’s how smart govts do the math on investing in better mobility.
Let’s be clear— it wastes public money to NOT do it.
#CityMakingMath HT @modacitylife.bsky.social
Let’s be clear— it wastes public money to NOT do it.
#CityMakingMath HT @modacitylife.bsky.social
It is sickening to see the BBC accept the narrative around its culpability. Makes me wonder whether senior figures really want the organization to be so closely associated with the Glastonbury.
July 3, 2025 at 11:57 AM
It is sickening to see the BBC accept the narrative around its culpability. Makes me wonder whether senior figures really want the organization to be so closely associated with the Glastonbury.
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This part of the video summarizes how cars ruin cities and suburbs, and in one sentence, proposes a solution to that problem.
July 1, 2025 at 8:50 AM
This part of the video summarizes how cars ruin cities and suburbs, and in one sentence, proposes a solution to that problem.