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CarolD

@carolwildbird.bsky.social
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Mad dog woman. Ex Public & Univ. sector (science/tech policy, funding, VC); Politics (centre left), rural life & regen. agriculture, gardening & garden design, art & pottery, fellwalking, sailing (ex yacht gypsy), the outdoor life.

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Andrew Rait @andrewrait.bsky.social · 04/10/2026
But I enjoyed the current Govts comms dept response 😂
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CarolD @carolwildbird.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
I do hope they murder Amol - he’s so smug. #celebritytraitors
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Anti-Reform @antireform.bsky.social · 19/09/2026
Reform UK defy International Law "UN Convention on the Law of the Sea Article 98: Places a mandatory legal duty on states and the master of any ship to render assistance to any person found at sea in danger of being lost, and to proceed with all possible speed ..." www.facebook.com/groups/19585...
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Nadine Batchelor-Hunt @nadinebh.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
“There is no basis to the govt’s response that the decision to impose sanctions against Jewish terrorists is an expression of antisemitism.” Signees include: Ehud Olmert, former Israeli PM Dan Halutz, former IDF and IAF chief David Harel, president of the Israel Academy of Sciences and Humanities
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James O’Brien @mrjamesob.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
Needed saying.
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Duncan Jones @manmademoon.bsky.social · 07/09/2026
What i particularly appreciate about this piece is that we’re so consistently soaked in rightwing media, both pro/con, that we cease to see alternatives. Other possibilities. Ones filled with awe & appreciation for the diversity of people & complimentary genius that can make life better for all!
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Jon Cooper @joncooper-us.bsky.social · 07/09/2026
👀 MUST WATCH: This video is so well done — and absolutely hilarious! 🤣🤣
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Lizzi Collinge MP @lizzicollinge.bsky.social · 07/09/2026
Masked thugs in Dover and Portsmouth are not debating legitimate politics - they just like violence and intimidation and can't be tolerated.
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CarolD @carolwildbird.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
Well said, Lizzi!! Have you seen Steven Bush's piece in the FT this morning? I hope Andy Burnham & Ministers will strengthen their rhetoric to distinguish between "legitimate" concerns and illegitimate intimidation and thuggery dressed in a facade of "patriotism"
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Steve Rosenberg @bbcstever.bsky.social · 07/09/2026
"Diplomacy of the Doomed" is how one of today's Russian papers sums up Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner's talks with Vladimir Putin, adding "Their mission was doomed to underachievement from the outset." #ReadingRussia
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"Diplomacy of the Doomed": what the Russian papers are saying about US talks with Putin
YouTube video by Steve Rosenberg
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Patrick Seurre @patrick.seurre.com · 06/09/2026
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Sooz Kempner @soozuk.bsky.social · 05/09/2026
Nadine Dorries interviewed by Krishnan Guru-Murthy on Channel 4 last night at Reform Party Conference. Nigel Farage is absolutely fine and actually laughing, not even worried, definitely. Original can be viewed here, it's quite a watch: www.youtube.com/watch?v=9Et3...
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Sussex Bylines @sussexbylines.co.uk · 06/09/2026
A moving meditation on cycling, endurance, identity and escape | Alex Turpie
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The Escape – a book review
A moving meditation on cycling, endurance, identity and escape
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Naomi Smith @pimlicat.bsky.social · 04/09/2026
Cambridge to probe Orr www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/poli...
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Cambridge University launches probe into James Orr after Reform donations sting
James Orr stepped down from Reform UK after claims he arranged to have polling paid for by an overseas company
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Andy Brockman @andybrockman.bsky.social · 03/09/2026
The legwork, and the sting, which seems to have caught out James Orr, Nigel Farage and Reform-UK was carried out by Verbatim Investigations who have dropped their own take on the story.
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Dirty Money: A Year Undercover in Reform UK
A yearlong investigation into Nigel Farage’s fundraising operation reveals a plot to break the law by bringing foreign money into British politics
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johnedwinmason @johnedwinmason.bsky.social · 01/09/2026
Tonight Rebecca Solnit has posted several quotes by the great Wendell Berry, who has died. This quote in particular speaks to me, as someone who has to fight off cynicism every waking hour. 👇🏽
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Adam Schwarz @adamjschwarz.bsky.social · 24/08/2026
Andy Burnham in Kyiv: "Ukraine has been Europe's protector. Not a drain on our security, but a front line of keeping Europe safe. On behalf of everyone in the United Kingdom, днем незалежності україно, Happy Independence Day]... We are with you in this struggle, all the way, heart and soul."
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David Henig @davidheniguk.bsky.social · 23/08/2026
My writing on trade appears leaden and bland by comparison with this, about an entertaining as you can ever make my subject
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Deb Chachra @debcha.bsky.social · 23/08/2026
This explainer out of Australia is genuinely useful background and analysis of what happened with the Canada-US trade deal last night. Note that it is extremely and delightfully sweary. Also there’s an appended glossary of Australian slang. ifloz.substack.com/p/king-carne...
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KING CARNEY ACTIVATES KONG MODE WITH ZERO FUCKS
Carney Reads the Clock Like a Pro Wrestler
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Jack Wallington @jackwallington.com · 21/08/2026
Well this is terrifying "I have never seen an El Niño signal this intense in our forecasts," Prof Adam Scaife, head of long-range forecasting at the UK Met Office. It could threaten tens of millions of people in at-risk countries with crisis-level acute food insecurity. www.bbc.co.uk/weather/arti...
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El Niño set to be 'strongest in living memory', says Met Office
Scientists say the growing El Niño weather pattern is an "unprecedented event" and means 2027 is likely to be the world's hottest year on record.
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Niall Harbison @niallharbison.bsky.social · 21/08/2026
Two months ago little espresso martini was poisoned and left with a broken rib and no ability to walk. Today it's an absolute pleasure to give her the best news in the world. I think this will put a huge smile on your face to liven up your Friday. Have a wonderful day everybody ❤️
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Cian McCarthy @arealmofwonder.bsky.social · 19/08/2026
Start your day with... • Kenneth Steven •
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Sean Jones KC @seanjones.org · 16/08/2026
In what conceivable sense is empathy for people with disabilities “suicidal”? Contributing to social security spending through taxation is not going to kill you or destroy society. Being the kind of person whose lack of empathy means being outraged at having to help others just makes you a sociopath
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Ant Brown @brownest-ant.bsky.social · 13/08/2026
Ooh. The quote that we should take farming as seriously as the Ministry of Defence hit hard. And Brexit damaged both. Which obviously was the plan by the UK’s enemies all along.
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CarolD @carolwildbird.bsky.social · 13/08/2026
I was really moved by Simon Armitage's poem "The Reprieve" on R4 at 8.58am today. On the surface about the eclipse, but really about climate change (and denial). The text is on Simon's Instagram page, but bluesky/instagram won't allow a direct link.
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CarolD @carolwildbird.bsky.social · 10/08/2026
The seeds of Autumn have arrived - it’s a stunning misty moisty morning. The heatwave will come but it’s not here yet (10C!)
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Steve Rosenberg @bbcstever.bsky.social · 08/08/2026
40 years ago I began my Russian degree course at the University of Leeds. It was the era of perestroika & glasnost. Who could have imagined then what the world would look like four decades on. At night, on a short wave radio, I’d listen to music from the USSR. I still remember some of the melodies.
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My Russia journey began forty years ago
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Count Binface @countbinface.bsky.social · 06/08/2026
There now follows a party election broadcast by the Count Binface Party, And if I do say so myself, it's a banger. #VoteBinface #Clacton
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CarolD @carolwildbird.bsky.social · 02/08/2026
Happy doggos.. happy me! A quick trip over the border to Yorkshire for a morning amble up Moughton Scar and back via Crummack Dale
Molly and Gus with Pen-Y-Ghent in the background. Descending to Crummack dale above Austwick.
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Luke Tryl @luketryl.bsky.social · 27/07/2026
Our latest voting intention sees cross over. Labour move ahead by 4. Their first lead since March 2025 & highest share since Nov 24 🌹 LAB 28% (+4)
⏩ REF 24% (-2)
🌳 CON 22% (nc)
🔶 LIB DEM 12% (+1)
🟢 GREEN 8% (-3)
🟡 SNP 2% (nc) N = 2061| Dates 24-27/7| Change w 22/7
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Count Binface @countbinface.bsky.social · 27/07/2026
Here it is. My manifesto for the 2026 Clacton By-Election. It's a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. Join me, clean up Clacton and let's make 13th August Bin Day! #VoteBinface #VoteyMcVoteface #YesWeTinCan
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Alex Andreou @sturdyalex.bsky.social · 25/07/2026
“This film is where the beginning of Nolan’s career meets the apex. A 'Memento' for The Ages, in which our hero keeps recovering fragments of lost memories, sharing his confusion with the audience, as he discovers that his role in the epic may not be as heroic as he - or we - first thought.”
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fife4europe #FBPE #RejoinEU @fife4europe.bsky.social · 24/07/2026
Absolute masterclass on the doorstep! Seeing a 94-year-old voter calmly dismantle talking points with hard facts is pure joy. We need far more voters who refuse to be misled by empty slogans and demand real substance from politicians representing their constituency. Brilliant stuff. 👏
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94-year-old Clacton voter's beautiful takedown of Reform canvasser is must-watch
A clip has gone viral online of a 94-year-old Clacton voter beautifully dismantling all the arguments of a Reform councillor.
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CarolD @carolwildbird.bsky.social · 24/07/2026
This looks very promising. New Science minister has responsibilities both in DBIST and Dept. Health & Social care putting innovation across depts at the centre of government. Chris MacDonald - impressive credentials for the post -has been appointed. Patrick Vallance also been given new roles 1/3
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thepokeuk.bsky.social @thepokeuk.bsky.social · 24/07/2026
This 94-year-old Clacton voter’s informed and NSFW takedown of a Reform canvasser’s BS is a thing of beauty www.thepoke.com/2026/07/24/9...
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daughterofmrandmrss @nosregis.bsky.social · 23/07/2026
Gutted I can't go to this! What a truly phenomenal line-up. @pimlicat.bsky.social @mayaonstage.bsky.social @therickwilson.bsky.social @peterjukes.bsky.social @hardeepmatharu.bsky.social @sturdyalex.bsky.social @lincolnproject.us & @quietriotpod.bsky.social are core in my go-to. BUY TICKETS!!!
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Naomi Smith @pimlicat.bsky.social · 24/07/2026
I cannot tell you how much you should listen to Josiah talk about his investigations into Reform UK on today’s BSide 🎧👇
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CarolD @carolwildbird.bsky.social · 23/07/2026
Did you know a barrister is facing prison just for reminding a jury they have the right to vote with their conscience? This historic right has existed since 1670. We can't let it be silenced in court now. Add your name to help protect Britain's juries: you.38degrees.org.uk/petitions/sa...
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Save Britain's Juries
Juries have had the right to acquit based on their conscience for centuries. Now, a barrister is facing jail just for mentioning it in court. Add your name to help save Britain's juries.
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LaindonFeminist @viviane49.bsky.social · 11/07/2026
Just been sent this on Twitter. Had to share here. Bloody brilliant.
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The Laser Hundreds @laserhundreds.bsky.social · 11/07/2026
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Parody of Bayeux Tapestry, featuring Farage being vanquished by Count Binface.
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CarolD @carolwildbird.bsky.social · 11/07/2026
The full version on youtube..... Bin Bin Bin Binface!!!!! www.youtube.com/watch?v=iNp1...
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Count Binface vs The Establishment | Official Satirical Music Video
YouTube video by James Cunliffe
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CarolD @carolwildbird.bsky.social · 11/07/2026
Love it! Do repost....
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CarolD @carolwildbird.bsky.social · 10/07/2026
Lets support the Count to defeat the C(o)unt of Dodgy crypto ko-fi.com/countbinface
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Support Count Binface
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CarolD @carolwildbird.bsky.social · 10/07/2026
Broken news analysis of Farage's speech (and a remarkable lookalike!) www.youtube.com/watch?v=uuwi...
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Breaking: Nigel Farage Resigns as MP - #BrokenNews
YouTube video by Larry & Paul
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Janine Gibson @janinegibson.ft.com · 08/07/2026
A Brit in the semis of Wimbledon, England still in the World Cup and Nigel Farage spending the summer arguing with a bin. Oh this happy breed of men, this little world, This precious stone set in the silver sea
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Phil Brickell MP @philbrickellmp.bsky.social · 05/07/2026
🧵I’d rather spend my weekends doing something else than post about Nigel Farage’s murky finances, but his behaviour poses such a threat to our democratic norms that I wanted to flag a number of points in the public interest.
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Revealed: Nigel Farage secretly funded by convicted criminal
The Reform UK leader did not declare benefits including staff, security and housing by crypto-gambler George Cottrell, our investigation reveals
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Alex Andreou @sturdyalex.bsky.social · 24/06/2026
I cannot adequately express just how much I despise Kemi Badenoch. I know politicians who fail to read a room and get their tone wrong. I have never come across one with such an unerring ability to adopt the least appropriate stance on every single occasion. She is a twitter troll made flesh. #PMQs
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Led By Donkeys @ledbydonkeys.org · 23/06/2026
Exactly 10 years since the Brexit vote, the verdict is in.
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CarolD @carolwildbird.bsky.social · 22/06/2026
These are fab!!
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