Sand
@sowsnett.bsky.social
Trans Ally | Volunteer Radio presenter | Trade Union rep | Green | Views my own etc.
Scottish Highlands.
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Scottish Highlands.
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They / them
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Amnesty's new report finds that Israeli authorities are still:
🔴 Severely restricting access to vital humanitarian aid and services
🔴 Expelling Palestinians from their homes and land
🔴 Imposing conditions "calculated to physically destroy Palestinians in Gaza"
🔴 Committing genocide
🔴 Severely restricting access to vital humanitarian aid and services
🔴 Expelling Palestinians from their homes and land
🔴 Imposing conditions "calculated to physically destroy Palestinians in Gaza"
🔴 Committing genocide
Israel’s genocide against Palestinians in Gaza continues unabated despite ceasefire
More than a month after a ceasefire was announced and all living Israeli hostages were released, Israeli authorities are still committing genocide against Palestinians in the occupied Gaza Strip, by c...
www.amnesty.org
November 29, 2025 at 9:28 PM
Amnesty's new report finds that Israeli authorities are still:
🔴 Severely restricting access to vital humanitarian aid and services
🔴 Expelling Palestinians from their homes and land
🔴 Imposing conditions "calculated to physically destroy Palestinians in Gaza"
🔴 Committing genocide
🔴 Severely restricting access to vital humanitarian aid and services
🔴 Expelling Palestinians from their homes and land
🔴 Imposing conditions "calculated to physically destroy Palestinians in Gaza"
🔴 Committing genocide
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When you're blowing up drug trafficking boats from one gang, while pardoning convicted drug traffickers from another gang, you're not fighting a war on drugs; you're playing your part in the drug business.
November 29, 2025 at 11:42 PM
When you're blowing up drug trafficking boats from one gang, while pardoning convicted drug traffickers from another gang, you're not fighting a war on drugs; you're playing your part in the drug business.
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Trump’s Government will not mark World AIDS Day.
Considering the cuts he has made to global AIDS funding have already resulted in an additional 100,000 AIDS deaths this is not a huge surprise.
Considering the cuts he has made to global AIDS funding have already resulted in an additional 100,000 AIDS deaths this is not a huge surprise.
US will no longer commemorate World Aids Day, reports say
State department has told employees and grant recipients to not publicly promote or make event on 1 December
www.theguardian.com
November 28, 2025 at 5:00 PM
Trump’s Government will not mark World AIDS Day.
Considering the cuts he has made to global AIDS funding have already resulted in an additional 100,000 AIDS deaths this is not a huge surprise.
Considering the cuts he has made to global AIDS funding have already resulted in an additional 100,000 AIDS deaths this is not a huge surprise.
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🏊♀️The women who swim at Kenwood Ladies Pond have already made their decision.
In 2024, almost 900 members voted to keep their trans-inclusive policy - a policy that has worked peacefully since 2019.
Now, a small campaign group is seeking to overturn that democratic decision through the courts.
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In 2024, almost 900 members voted to keep their trans-inclusive policy - a policy that has worked peacefully since 2019.
Now, a small campaign group is seeking to overturn that democratic decision through the courts.
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November 7, 2025 at 9:06 AM
🏊♀️The women who swim at Kenwood Ladies Pond have already made their decision.
In 2024, almost 900 members voted to keep their trans-inclusive policy - a policy that has worked peacefully since 2019.
Now, a small campaign group is seeking to overturn that democratic decision through the courts.
1/5
In 2024, almost 900 members voted to keep their trans-inclusive policy - a policy that has worked peacefully since 2019.
Now, a small campaign group is seeking to overturn that democratic decision through the courts.
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A tribute to those who fought, and who died in WWI and WWII
“Whistles blow, bayonets sharp, …”
“Whistles blow, bayonets sharp, …”
Over the top
A tribute to those who fought, suffered lasting damage, and who died in the awful slaughter of WWI and WWII
bylines.scot
November 8, 2025 at 9:24 PM
A tribute to those who fought, and who died in WWI and WWII
“Whistles blow, bayonets sharp, …”
“Whistles blow, bayonets sharp, …”
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Solidarity with my colleague Mothin, who experiences frequent and appalling racist abuse.
Out and out racism is alive and well in this country. And its perpetrators are emboldened every day that politicians and journalists describe immigrants as an invasion, a swarm, or a flood.
Out and out racism is alive and well in this country. And its perpetrators are emboldened every day that politicians and journalists describe immigrants as an invasion, a swarm, or a flood.
A memorable night ruined by a racist thug.
I was invited to speak at the EuroAsia Curry Awards on Monday night, it should have been an exciting opportunity. But on my way there, outside Earl’s Court station, I was subjected to an Islamophobic hate crime. I have now reported it to the police
I was invited to speak at the EuroAsia Curry Awards on Monday night, it should have been an exciting opportunity. But on my way there, outside Earl’s Court station, I was subjected to an Islamophobic hate crime. I have now reported it to the police
October 29, 2025 at 8:13 PM
Solidarity with my colleague Mothin, who experiences frequent and appalling racist abuse.
Out and out racism is alive and well in this country. And its perpetrators are emboldened every day that politicians and journalists describe immigrants as an invasion, a swarm, or a flood.
Out and out racism is alive and well in this country. And its perpetrators are emboldened every day that politicians and journalists describe immigrants as an invasion, a swarm, or a flood.
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An estimated 130,000 children in Al Fasher, Sudan, are at a high risk of grave rights violations, with reports of abduction, killing and maiming, and sexual violence.
UNICEF calls for an immediate ceasefire, safe, unimpeded humanitarian access, and the protection of civilians, especially children.
UNICEF calls for an immediate ceasefire, safe, unimpeded humanitarian access, and the protection of civilians, especially children.
October 29, 2025 at 8:56 PM
An estimated 130,000 children in Al Fasher, Sudan, are at a high risk of grave rights violations, with reports of abduction, killing and maiming, and sexual violence.
UNICEF calls for an immediate ceasefire, safe, unimpeded humanitarian access, and the protection of civilians, especially children.
UNICEF calls for an immediate ceasefire, safe, unimpeded humanitarian access, and the protection of civilians, especially children.
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If Reform UK are happy to have an overt racist on their benches then what does that tell you about the party?
Pochin should have had the whip removed 24 hours ago.
Or are Reform condoning it by their silence?
www.bbc.com/news/article...
Pochin should have had the whip removed 24 hours ago.
Or are Reform condoning it by their silence?
www.bbc.com/news/article...
Reform MP Sarah Pochin's comments about adverts were 'racist', Wes Streeting says
Sarah Pochin apologises for saying "it drives me mad when I see adverts full of black people, full of Asian people".
www.bbc.com
October 26, 2025 at 2:22 PM
If Reform UK are happy to have an overt racist on their benches then what does that tell you about the party?
Pochin should have had the whip removed 24 hours ago.
Or are Reform condoning it by their silence?
www.bbc.com/news/article...
Pochin should have had the whip removed 24 hours ago.
Or are Reform condoning it by their silence?
www.bbc.com/news/article...
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No British prime minister has discarded their claimed beliefs and policies so comprehensively or so swiftly.
The biggest political conman of our age.
The biggest political conman of our age.
October 20, 2025 at 12:45 PM
No British prime minister has discarded their claimed beliefs and policies so comprehensively or so swiftly.
The biggest political conman of our age.
The biggest political conman of our age.
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A ceasefire in Gaza is desperately needed, but it must be the start of real change.
Humanitarian access must be unrestricted and immediate. It must end Israel’s unlawful occupation and blockade. It must restore rights and rebuild lives.
The world must ensure this ceasefire holds.
Humanitarian access must be unrestricted and immediate. It must end Israel’s unlawful occupation and blockade. It must restore rights and rebuild lives.
The world must ensure this ceasefire holds.
October 9, 2025 at 3:45 PM
A ceasefire in Gaza is desperately needed, but it must be the start of real change.
Humanitarian access must be unrestricted and immediate. It must end Israel’s unlawful occupation and blockade. It must restore rights and rebuild lives.
The world must ensure this ceasefire holds.
Humanitarian access must be unrestricted and immediate. It must end Israel’s unlawful occupation and blockade. It must restore rights and rebuild lives.
The world must ensure this ceasefire holds.
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Yes, yes I know I keep banging on about my fucking book! However, if you want one repost this and I’ll do a random winner pick thing by the end of the week because I’m great like that. ♥️📚
#amindofmyown
#amindofmyown
October 7, 2025 at 4:07 PM
Yes, yes I know I keep banging on about my fucking book! However, if you want one repost this and I’ll do a random winner pick thing by the end of the week because I’m great like that. ♥️📚
#amindofmyown
#amindofmyown
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A transphobic pressure group is trying to ban trans women from Hampstead women’s pond – it's time to fight back.
Keep Hampstead women’s pond inclusive - add your name 👇
https://goodlawproject.org/petition/keep-hampstead-womens-pond-inclusive
Keep Hampstead women’s pond inclusive - add your name 👇
https://goodlawproject.org/petition/keep-hampstead-womens-pond-inclusive
October 7, 2025 at 4:25 PM
A transphobic pressure group is trying to ban trans women from Hampstead women’s pond – it's time to fight back.
Keep Hampstead women’s pond inclusive - add your name 👇
https://goodlawproject.org/petition/keep-hampstead-womens-pond-inclusive
Keep Hampstead women’s pond inclusive - add your name 👇
https://goodlawproject.org/petition/keep-hampstead-womens-pond-inclusive
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Last night, russia attacked Ukraine with over 50+ missiles and ~500 drones.
Lviv, Ivano-Frankivsk, Zaporizhzhia, Chernihiv, Sumy, Kharkiv, Kherson, Odesa, and Kirovohrad oblasts came under attack. At least 5 people have been killed and 10 more injured.
u24.gov.ua/nafo-dark-ni...
Lviv, Ivano-Frankivsk, Zaporizhzhia, Chernihiv, Sumy, Kharkiv, Kherson, Odesa, and Kirovohrad oblasts came under attack. At least 5 people have been killed and 10 more injured.
u24.gov.ua/nafo-dark-ni...
October 5, 2025 at 9:44 AM
Last night, russia attacked Ukraine with over 50+ missiles and ~500 drones.
Lviv, Ivano-Frankivsk, Zaporizhzhia, Chernihiv, Sumy, Kharkiv, Kherson, Odesa, and Kirovohrad oblasts came under attack. At least 5 people have been killed and 10 more injured.
u24.gov.ua/nafo-dark-ni...
Lviv, Ivano-Frankivsk, Zaporizhzhia, Chernihiv, Sumy, Kharkiv, Kherson, Odesa, and Kirovohrad oblasts came under attack. At least 5 people have been killed and 10 more injured.
u24.gov.ua/nafo-dark-ni...
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Men in balaclavas set fire to a mosque in East Sussex last night. It's only appearing on the BBC's local coverage, rather than its main national headlines, despite coming just a week after the (also under-reported) firebombing of an asylum hotel in London last week
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
Peacehaven: Fire at East Sussex mosque probed as 'hate crime'
Video appears to show two people in balaclavas at the mosque before a large blaze spreads.
www.bbc.co.uk
October 5, 2025 at 8:19 AM
Men in balaclavas set fire to a mosque in East Sussex last night. It's only appearing on the BBC's local coverage, rather than its main national headlines, despite coming just a week after the (also under-reported) firebombing of an asylum hotel in London last week
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
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This is grim & dangerous over reach.
This is a government that have lost the moral argument & are still selling arms to Israel. Now further cracking down on dissent.
Absolutely the opposite of what they should be doing - so of course this is what the Labour Government choose.
This is a government that have lost the moral argument & are still selling arms to Israel. Now further cracking down on dissent.
Absolutely the opposite of what they should be doing - so of course this is what the Labour Government choose.
NEW: Home Office announces planned new anti-protest powers, mainly aimed at pro-Gaza protests like those for Palestine Action. Police will be able to consider the "cumulative impact" of repeated protests and potentially order that they be relocated.
October 5, 2025 at 7:44 AM
This is grim & dangerous over reach.
This is a government that have lost the moral argument & are still selling arms to Israel. Now further cracking down on dissent.
Absolutely the opposite of what they should be doing - so of course this is what the Labour Government choose.
This is a government that have lost the moral argument & are still selling arms to Israel. Now further cracking down on dissent.
Absolutely the opposite of what they should be doing - so of course this is what the Labour Government choose.
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So Benjamin Netanyahu would rather have this woman arrested in international waters and dragged by her hair than allow her to deliver aid to Gaza
““They dragged little Greta [Thunberg] by her hair before our eyes, beat her, and forced her to kiss the Israeli flag. They did everything imaginable to her, as a warning to others,” the Turkish activist ErsinÇelik, a participant in the Sumud flotilla, told Anadolu news agency.”+
Israel accused of detaining Greta Thunberg in infested cell and making her hold flags
Activist tells Swedish officials she has been subjected to harsh treatment, including insufficient food and water
www.theguardian.com
October 5, 2025 at 9:54 AM
So Benjamin Netanyahu would rather have this woman arrested in international waters and dragged by her hair than allow her to deliver aid to Gaza
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The petition against digital ID cards has now reached 2.8 million. Keep sharing, it would be good to get this past 3 million by the middle of the week.
Petition: Do not introduce Digital ID cards
We demand that the UK Government immediately commits to not introducing a digital ID cards. There are reports that this is being looked at.
petition.parliament.uk
October 5, 2025 at 8:51 AM
The petition against digital ID cards has now reached 2.8 million. Keep sharing, it would be good to get this past 3 million by the middle of the week.
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When it comes to intimidating racist protests including outside our homes or place of worship, Black and Asian people are supposed to just accept it and the government saying “we hear you” and “it is right to protest this” and “I love flags me”. No thought of “cumulative impact” for us!
NEW: Home Office announces planned new anti-protest powers, mainly aimed at pro-Gaza protests like those for Palestine Action. Police will be able to consider the "cumulative impact" of repeated protests and potentially order that they be relocated.
October 5, 2025 at 9:40 AM
When it comes to intimidating racist protests including outside our homes or place of worship, Black and Asian people are supposed to just accept it and the government saying “we hear you” and “it is right to protest this” and “I love flags me”. No thought of “cumulative impact” for us!
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LANDMARK MOMENT - the Greens now have more members across Great Britain than the Lib Dems!
Let's keep it going!
👇🏼👇🏾👇🏽
join.greenparty.org.uk
Latest stats available:
85,800 @greenparty.org.uk (England & Wales) + @scottishgreens.org combined membership
83,174 @libdems.org.uk (a single party across GB)
Let's keep it going!
👇🏼👇🏾👇🏽
join.greenparty.org.uk
Latest stats available:
85,800 @greenparty.org.uk (England & Wales) + @scottishgreens.org combined membership
83,174 @libdems.org.uk (a single party across GB)
September 22, 2025 at 4:42 PM
LANDMARK MOMENT - the Greens now have more members across Great Britain than the Lib Dems!
Let's keep it going!
👇🏼👇🏾👇🏽
join.greenparty.org.uk
Latest stats available:
85,800 @greenparty.org.uk (England & Wales) + @scottishgreens.org combined membership
83,174 @libdems.org.uk (a single party across GB)
Let's keep it going!
👇🏼👇🏾👇🏽
join.greenparty.org.uk
Latest stats available:
85,800 @greenparty.org.uk (England & Wales) + @scottishgreens.org combined membership
83,174 @libdems.org.uk (a single party across GB)