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Luke Tryl @luketryl.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

In this week’s voting intention, Labour's lead widens as Reform fall to their lowest in over 18 months. 🌹 LAB 27% (+1) 🌳 CON 22% (-1) ⏩ REF 21% (-1) 🔶 LIB DEM 11% (-) 🟢 GREEN 9% (+1) ⚫ RES: 6% (-) 🟡 SNP 3% (+1) ⚪️ OTH 1% (-) N = 2,041 | Fieldwork 25-29/9 | Changes w 18/09

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Mark Chadbourn @chadbourn.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

New Survation Westminster poll: LAB 29% (+2) RFM 23% (-1) CON 19% (-2) LD 9% (-2) GRN 9% (+2) SNP 3% (=) RB 2% (=) PC 1% (-1) OTH 4% (=)

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Chris Grey @chrisgrey.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Interesting in that respect that, so far, Farage (and so far as I've seen the same is true of other leading Brexiters) hasn't responded to what Burnham said about Brexit at all - all the focus is on the pension triple lock. That would have been/ was very different even a couple of years ago.

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James Chapman @jamesmchapman.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

One interesting consequence of Burnham’s truth-telling today on Brexit, and plan to set out what I hope will be a path to rejoin, is that Farage will be forced back onto what is now - funnily enough - his least favourite subject. Let’s see him defend his inheritance in detail.

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James Chapman @jamesmchapman.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Today, at last, a serving British PM levelled with the electorate by stating the unarguable truth about the decision the UK took in 2016. “Brexit has done more harm than good.” All to play for now. Nothing should be off the table.

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James Chapman @jamesmchapman.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

At the O2 in London watching the Laver Cup, and when a cry of “USA, USA” went up for Taylor Fritz, the whole place rang out in sustained booing. It is quite a startling indication of how the reputation of our once greatest ally has been trashed by you know who in recent years.

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James Chapman @jamesmchapman.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

I am not seeing nearly enough hype about Wasia Project’s debut album. www.youtube.com/watch?v=D0AQ...

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Wasia Project - Wildfire (Official Lyric Video)

YouTube video by Wasia Project

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James Chapman @jamesmchapman.bsky.social · 20/09/2026

What are your top five albums of 2026 so far? Here are mine: 1. In Times of Dragons, Tori Amos 2. Lost Weekend, Phoebe Bridgers 3. Nocturne, Wasia Project 4. Look for Your Mind, The Lemon Twigs 5. Nine Inch Noize, Nine Inch Nails

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James Chapman @jamesmchapman.bsky.social · 19/09/2026

All but FOUR Parliamentary constituencies across the UK now support rejoining the EU. There is only so long MPs can go on closing their ears to this debate.

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James Chapman @jamesmchapman.bsky.social · 13/09/2026

Aimee Mann Band of Horses The Cure Death Cab for Cutie Ethel Cain Father John Misty Gregory Alan Isakov Hole Imogen Heap Jeff Buckley Kate Bush The Lemon Twigs Midlake Nine Inch Nails Oasis Phoebe Bridgers Q ROSALIA Sufjan Stevens Tori Amos U2 Vetiver Wasia Project The xx YUNGBLUD The Zutons

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James Chapman @jamesmchapman.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

Tonight’s revelations about Reform demonstrate why getting ALL big money out of politics is long overdue. The 2007 Phillips report showed exactly how it should be done. Burnham would get huge credit for being the PM to finally act. He should announce party funding reform tomorrow.

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James Chapman @jamesmchapman.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

A song for each letter of your name James Blues - J. Tillman (Father John Misty) Aurora - Björk My Rajneesh - Sufjan Stevens Endsong - The Cure Selkie - Tori Amos

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James Chapman @jamesmchapman.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

Scrapping tax-free shopping (still offered by every EU country) was a terrible mistake. @mayoroflondon.bsky.social today calls for its return in the Budget. A new report from Cebr concludes that would boost economic growth by £11.5bn and sustain 153,000 jobs. www.thetimes.com/business/eco...

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Return of tax-free shopping ‘would give UK economy £11.5bn boost’

Report says restoring VAT refund scheme could help attract millions more overseas tourists every year

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James Chapman @jamesmchapman.bsky.social · 31/08/2026

Introduce yourself with 10 acts you’ve seen live Kate Bush Sufjan Stevens Tori Amos Midlake Lord Huron Imogen Heap Aimee Mann Bjork Gregory Alan Isakov Fleetwood Mac

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James Chapman @jamesmchapman.bsky.social · 29/08/2026

Shocked & saddened to hear of the death of Paul Barnes, CEO of the Assn of International Retail. We were in constant contact in recent years on the campaign to restore tax-free shopping and other issues he cared about, such as business rates. He brought great energy and enthusiasm to all he did. RIP

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James Chapman @jamesmchapman.bsky.social · 03/08/2026

The mysterious Lion of Kea, thought to be around 2,800 years old but little studied and almost absent from the archaeological literature. Made for an atmospheric stop high in the island hills today. 🇬🇷🇬🇷🇬🇷

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James Chapman @jamesmchapman.bsky.social · 29/06/2026

No10 of the North Business rates reform Biggest council house build since WW2 Devolution revolution Market intervention inc utilities and transport Relaxation of whip Borrowing costs dip, £ up and gilts settle Aren’t we all a bit tired of this cynical coverage? www.thetimes.com/uk/politics/...

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King of the North gives a speech to announce exactly nothing

Andy Burnham’s performative localism and ‘Manchester clothes’ can’t mask a policy speech that was just a rehash of classic nonsense

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Tony @tony227.bsky.social · 25/06/2026

To celebrate Brexit I propose that my village withdraws from the UK, declares sovereignty and stops paying tax to the uk govt. Of course, we still want govt funding, to travel freely around the country, use the NHS and other services, but as a small village we hold all the cards!

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James Chapman @jamesmchapman.bsky.social · 23/06/2026

Two-thirds of Brits now believe Brexit has made every single issue they care about - whether it’s cost of living, economic growth, opportunities for young people, trade or managing illegal immigration - worse. Happy Brexit anniversary everyone! www.huffingtonpost.co.uk/entry/brexit...

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Two-Thirds Of Brits Believe Brexit Has Made Every Issue They Care About Worse, Survey Finds

10 years on from the EU referendum, Brits are gravitating more towards Europe compared to the US.

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James Chapman @jamesmchapman.bsky.social · 18/06/2026

Brexiteers constantly try to dismiss polls showing a clear majority of voters want to rejoin the EU by saying they’ll change their minds when it becomes clear the UK would have to join the euro and Schengen. Tonight Michel Barnier makes clear our old opt outs would be reinstated

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Graham Simpson @grahambs.bsky.social · 10/06/2026

There is a japanese legend that says, "If you get on the wrong train, get off at the nearest station; the longer it takes you to get off, the more expensive the return trip will be." And it's not only about trains. #Brexit

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Peter Stefanovic @peterstefanovic.bsky.social · 31/05/2026

Nigel Farage registered ‘absent’ from the last 77 votes in Parliament Official Parliamentary figures reveal that Reform leader Nigel Farage hasn't bothered to vote for anything in the last 11 weeks... www.thelondoneconomic.com/politics/whe...

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Working hard? Nigel Farage registered 'absent' from the last 77 votes in Parliament

Official Parliamentary figures reveal that Reform leader Nigel Farage hasn't bothered to vote for anything in the last 11 weeks...

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James Chapman @jamesmchapman.bsky.social · 25/05/2026

1. Tori Amos - Boys for Pele/Scarlet’s Walk 2. Aimee Mann - Lost in Space 3. Kate Bush - Aerial 4. Bjork - Vespertine 5. Phoebe Bridgers - Stranger in the Alps

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James Chapman @jamesmchapman.bsky.social · 23/05/2026

Ten acts you’ve seen, female singer edition Tori Amos Bjork Kate Bush Fiona Apple Bjork Imogen Heap Phoebe Bridgers Fiona Apple Aimee Mann My Brightest Diamond

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James Chapman @jamesmchapman.bsky.social · 21/05/2026

Introduce yourself with 10 artists you have seen live Sufjan Stevens Tori Amos Kate Bush Fleetwood Mac Midlake Aimee Mann Gregory Alan Isakov Rosalia Father John Misty The Lemon Twigs

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Financial Times @financialtimes.com · 18/05/2026

FT Exclusive: Nigel Farage’s claim that he paid for a £1.4mn house with his fee from a reality TV show has been challenged by corporate accounts that appear to show that the income remained on his company’s balance sheet after the property purchase. ft.trib.al/dtJOxC3

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James Chapman @jamesmchapman.bsky.social · 16/05/2026

One amusing byproduct of the Labour leadership candidates advocating the UK returning to Europe is that Farage will be forced back onto what is now, for obvious reasons, his least favourite subject: Brexit. Let’s see him forced to defend it in every interview.

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James Chapman @jamesmchapman.bsky.social · 16/05/2026

Personal favourites 1. Bulgaria 2. Denmark Finland 3. Croatia 4. Australia Predicted top 5 1. Bulgaria 2. Finland 3. Australia 4. Israel 5. France #Eurovision2026

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James Chapman @jamesmchapman.bsky.social · 09/05/2026

5 random songs for no reason...🎶 1. The Stable Song - Gregory Alan Isakov 2. Blue Lotus - Tori Amos 3. Lilac Wine - Jeff Buckley 4. Aging Young Woman - Anna Von Hausswolff, Ethel Cain 5. Look For Your Mind - The Lemon Twigs Now it's your turn...🎶

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James Chapman @jamesmchapman.bsky.social · 08/05/2026

Sky News projecting a national vote share for Reform of 27%, based on results so far. That’s four points down on what they achieved in local elections last year. Somewhat of a counter to the prevailing narrative. More evidence that Reform appears to have peaked.

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James Chapman @jamesmchapman.bsky.social · 04/05/2026

Threatening to withhold resources from areas that don’t vote the “right” way is an old if profoundly undemocratic trick of authoritarian regimes down the ages. Reform are going a step further and promising active punishment. How will voters respond to blackmail? I don’t think it will be popular.

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James Chapman @jamesmchapman.bsky.social · 03/05/2026

Tori Amos performed the tour debut of Riot Poof in Budapest tonight and changed the lyric to “break the terror of the Orban spell”… ❤️

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James Chapman @jamesmchapman.bsky.social · 01/05/2026

This sort of rhetoric would have ended any previous presidency. But the US establishment has accepted, normalised and encouraged it, so it will be forgotten by tomorrow, and the reputation of the US dragged a little further into the gutter.

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James Chapman @jamesmchapman.bsky.social · 01/05/2026

Happy Tori Amos day to all who celebrate

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James Chapman @jamesmchapman.bsky.social · 30/04/2026

Sufjan Stevens - From the Mouth of Gabriel Tori Amos - Reindeer King Aimee Mann - Humpty Dumpty Gregory Alan Isakov - The Stable Song Bjork - Stonemilker Ryan Adams - When the Stars Go Blue Jeff Buckley - Lover, You Should Have Come Over Phoebe Bridgers - I Know the End

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James Chapman @jamesmchapman.bsky.social · 25/04/2026

“The strategic case for the UK to consider EU membership is getting stronger by the day, and should become a serious debate… it could form an obvious rallying point for progressives to unite against the threat of Reform UK.” www.politicshome.com/opinion/arti...

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It is time for a serious conversation about rejoining the EU

The current government's approach to rebuilding ties with Europe is welcome and beneficial. But this alone won't come close to reversing the damage...

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James Chapman @jamesmchapman.bsky.social · 22/04/2026

Nick Clegg, delivering the Charles Kennedy memorial lecture: “Our national mission will be for the UK to rejoin the EU alongside Ukraine & others by 2036, the 20 year anniversary of the Brexit vote… we will need clear commitment to EU membership in party manifestos at the next election.” 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

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James Chapman @jamesmchapman.bsky.social · 22/04/2026

Name your top 5 Tori Amos songs Pretty Good Year Reindeer King i i e e e Virginia Caught a Lite Sneeze

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James Chapman @jamesmchapman.bsky.social · 13/04/2026

Farage and co are promising to “reverse the Boriswave” again today. Apart from the fact that two of the main architects of Tory home affairs policy at the time are now senior figures in Reform, net migration is already down 80% since the Boris peak. Is it too much to ask our media to point this out?

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George Monbiot @georgemonbiot.bsky.social · 13/04/2026

It's the Second Dumbing.

The AI image Trump posted depicting him as the Messiah.

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James Chapman @jamesmchapman.bsky.social · 10/04/2026

Watching the amazing Tori Amos live in Birmingham and she just brutally chopped a lyric referencing Neil Gaiman (an old friend and collaborator and godfather to her daughter) from her song Horses. There had been lots of speciation about what she would do with her lyrics referencing him.

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Simon Marks @simonmarksfsn.bsky.social · 09/04/2026

Quite a moment: Melania becomes the first member of the administration trying to distract the public’s attention back to Epstein in order to get them to stop talking about Iran.

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James Chapman @jamesmchapman.bsky.social · 09/04/2026

Salt-cured pork belly originated in China and was later used by the Romans before spreading through Europe, including to Britain.

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James Chapman @jamesmchapman.bsky.social · 08/04/2026

Good to see Ed Miliband has approved the UK’s largest solar farm, despite the usual hysterical NIMBY protests and media coverage absurdly likening it to Chernobyl. The UK urgently needs to ensure independent energy security, and has stood back and watched China race ahead on solar in recent years.

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James Chapman @jamesmchapman.bsky.social · 27/03/2026

There was a time when a US president mocking the UK armed forces and saying he’s not sure the US will be there for the UK in future would have sent shockwaves through this country and made the front page of every newspaper. Now, we’re just inured to the childish abuse.

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James Chapman @jamesmchapman.bsky.social · 24/03/2026

Tori Amos today released a banger referencing Courtney Love by name and 16-year-old me is happy. youtu.be/TZmzU2Sf8Ss

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YouTube video by Tori Amos - Topic

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James Chapman @jamesmchapman.bsky.social · 19/03/2026

Finally, a senior UK politician in the shape of Sadiq Khan has broken the Brexit omertà and called for the UK to rejoin. Interesting to see EU politicians making public overtures too. Crucially, Khan wants the authority to come from an election manifesto and not another traumatic referendum. Bravo.

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James Chapman @jamesmchapman.bsky.social · 13/03/2026

Rachel Reeves declares tonight: “Brexit has not been good for our country, for growth, for prices in the shop.” Correct, if almost 10 years late. But she goes on to say we voted leave and “that ship has sailed”. Why, when the disaster is now apparent to all, should we accept “that ship has sailed”?

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