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Jonathan Rimmer

@jonathanrimmer.bsky.social
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Dead trim, dead patter. Pedantic for a living @ Scottish Parliament.

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Jonathan Rimmer @jonathanrimmer.bsky.social · 09/10/2026
Okay, well, I’m sorry pal. I work for the Scottish Parliament and am not permitted to comment on any such matters given my remit. I advise you to take it up with them.
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Jonathan Rimmer @jonathanrimmer.bsky.social · 09/10/2026
I’m not assuming anything 😂 I’ll take your word for it if that makes you happy. I just feel there are better uses of your time than tagging folk so far removed. Go take it up with them. It sounds like you think about them a lot more than I do!
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Jonathan Rimmer @jonathanrimmer.bsky.social · 09/10/2026
I have no idea of the context and don’t have any relationship with the people you’re attacking, so this is all just weird with hunt behaviour. I’d say get a new hobby, but I don’t know you so I’ll just say have a nice day.
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Jonathan Rimmer @jonathanrimmer.bsky.social · 09/10/2026
Remiss of me? I work as an impartial public servant for the Scottish Parliament. I’m so sorry I’ve not heard of an English academic… I’ve not properly spoken to David or Cat in years. But I’m hardly going to denounce them on a public forum because they once liked an academic who later radicalised.
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Jonathan Rimmer @jonathanrimmer.bsky.social · 09/10/2026
Dissociate myself from what? Some people involved in a blog I’m not involved in liked someone in the past who now has dodgy views or something? You want me to condemn people I’m not affiliated with because they didn’t predict that someone would end up a nazi? I’m genuinely not following.
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Jonathan Rimmer @jonathanrimmer.bsky.social · 09/10/2026
I literally have no idea what you’re talking about or who you are, sorry. I don’t know Nina Power. I don’t like Nazis. I’m not involved in Conter and haven’t been since 2018.
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Jonathan Rimmer @jonathanrimmer.bsky.social · 09/10/2026
I didn’t put anyone in charge. I left the job and a new editor came in… nearly a decade ago. Again, this is a bit bizarre. Are you wanting me to agree that Nazis are bad?
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Jonathan Rimmer @jonathanrimmer.bsky.social · 09/10/2026
This is a very random tag. I don’t know who you are and know nothing about Nina Power. I’ve not been involved with Conter for nearly eight years and work as a public servant.
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Jonathan Rimmer @jonathanrimmer.bsky.social · 02/10/2026
This is erasure for those of us who don't eat sugary cereals but who are obsessed with weetabix, store-brand shreddies and the like....
bbc.co.uk
What are the new rules in Scotland's supermarkets?
Restrictions are being put on products with high sugar, fat and salt content, but the meal deal lives on.
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Neil Atkinson @knoxharrington.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
It's very important to make the argument City shouldn't be relegated but should be expelled. The EFL should get to choose whether it takes them and at what tier. The bad faith dealings have impacted many sides that are currently EFL teams.
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Jonathan Rimmer @jonathanrimmer.bsky.social · 13/09/2026
static.klipy.com
Ben Stiller Says Of Course
ALT: Ben Stiller Says Of Course
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Jonathan Rimmer @jonathanrimmer.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
Really devastating news for staff and for cultural journalism in Scotland. I’ve written on/off for them over the past decade and been immensely grateful to do so. As with any publication, folk won’t love everything they published, which is as it should be. The Skinny made Scotland a better place.
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Jonathan Rimmer @jonathanrimmer.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
Dark.
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Alison Eales, Nerves of Steel @alisoneales.com · 09/09/2026
me when I'm trying to choose a healthy breakfast
A screenshot of Prime Minister's Questions with the subtitle 'Mr Bacon, I don't need advice from you.'
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Neil Mackay @neilmackay.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
Oh for fuck sake, no, the answer is no. Just like reading Dracula doesn't turn you into a vampire, or watching The Godfather doesn't lead to a life of organised crime. This is the stupidest piece I've read all year, and so far this year has produced some very stupid pieces ... It's the Guardian BTW
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Andrew Beasley @andrewbeasleyfootball.com · 09/09/2026
Meet the new season, same as the old season.
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Jonathan Rimmer @jonathanrimmer.bsky.social · 01/09/2026
The direction of travel is interesting. I wonder whether councils can also expect to be downsized. (On that note, the average Scottish local council represents about 170,000 people. The European average is only 10,000 people per local authority, so we're already a big outlier.)
bbc.co.uk
Swinney to cut health board numbers in programme for government
Scotland's 14 health boards could be merged into two for the mainland, with different arrangements for the islands.
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Jonathan Rimmer @jonathanrimmer.bsky.social · 25/08/2026
They’re definitely nearing a point where they can potentially consider bringing to a close the stage of edging towards a possible move…. soon.
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LFC Joe @lfccincinnati.bsky.social · 14/08/2026
What’s the return policy on Bezos? 🤬😔🤬😔 #LFC
static.klipy.com
The Sopranos Tony Soprano
Alt: The Sopranos Tony Soprano
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Jonathan Rimmer @jonathanrimmer.bsky.social · 13/08/2026
How on earth did Jack Draper manage to throw that second set away?! Decision making bizarre. Lots of weird drop shots when he just needed to smash a winner. #ATPTour #CincinnatiOpen
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Jonathan Rimmer @jonathanrimmer.bsky.social · 11/08/2026
Anyone have any tickets going for The Cure in Edinburgh in a few weeks? I've been on the waiting list for months but heard nout.
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Liverpool.com @liverpool.com · 11/08/2026
Liverpool fan group Spirit of Shankly says it has asked five key questions amid FSG takeover talks involving Jeff Bezos, with reports suggesting the deal could happen this week
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Liverpool fan group asks 5 key questions amid FSG talks involving Jeff Bezos
Liverpool fan group Spirit of Shankly says it has asked five key questions amid FSG takeover talks involving Jeff Bezos, with reports suggesting the deal could happen this week
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Jonathan Rimmer @jonathanrimmer.bsky.social · 10/08/2026
Bad news. I hope @spiritofshankly.bsky.social speak out against this.
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Jonathan Rimmer @jonathanrimmer.bsky.social · 30/07/2026
If this is doughy, I’m obese lol
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Jonathan Rimmer @jonathanrimmer.bsky.social · 24/07/2026
That’s where weather goes.
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Jonathan Rimmer @jonathanrimmer.bsky.social · 24/07/2026
Enjoyed pretending to understand the gymnastics scoring at the #CommonwealthGames. From what I gather, Scotland only just missed out on a medal 🥉
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The Glasgow Bell @glasgowbell.bsky.social · 22/07/2026
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Jonathan Rimmer @jonathanrimmer.bsky.social · 22/07/2026
This... seems bad
bbc.co.uk
OpenAI says its AI went rogue and launched 'unprecedented' cyber-attack
It is one of the first publicly disclosed cyber-attacks carried out by AI without direct human involvement.
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Ballot Box Scotland @ballotbox.scot · 21/07/2026
Being reported that Scottish Labour leader and Glasgow MSP, Anas Sarwar, will be taking up a junior minister role at Westminster, via a peerage. If that is indeed the case, not only does it trigger a leadership election, but it also returns Monica Lennon to Holyrood as she's 4th on the Glasgow list
dailyrecord.co.uk
Anas Sarwar set to quit as Scottish Labour leader
EXCLUSIVE: The Glasgow MSP has been down in London for the reshuffle and will take up a job in the new Government.
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Jonathan Rimmer @jonathanrimmer.bsky.social · 18/07/2026
Very funny that England chose this game to start playing on the front foot. What on earth is that French defending though?! #ENGFRA
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Jonathan Rimmer @jonathanrimmer.bsky.social · 26/06/2026
DR Congo takes Rwanda to international court over decades of conflict www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
bbc.co.uk
DR Congo takes Rwanda to international court over decades of conflict
Kinshasa accuses its neighbour of committing various violations since the 1994 Rwanda genocide.
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Jonathan Rimmer @jonathanrimmer.bsky.social · 26/06/2026
I'm gonna say it: the new Muse album is... not bad???? Not like 2000s Muse good, but a fun time.
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Jonathan Rimmer @jonathanrimmer.bsky.social · 24/06/2026
Second game running 🤦‍♂️ #SCOBRA
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Jonathan Rimmer @jonathanrimmer.bsky.social · 23/06/2026
The answer you are looking for is.... no.
bbc.co.uk
World Cup 2026: Can England fans win Boston hearts after Scottish party?
After Scotland win the hearts of Boston, can England fans follow in their footsteps?
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Jonathan Rimmer @jonathanrimmer.bsky.social · 21/06/2026
Robbo and others were whipping in chances v Morocco. The question is who is the instinctive finisher who can pounce on them? Even if he’s had a stinker, I think the answer is clearly Shankland.
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Jonathan Rimmer @jonathanrimmer.bsky.social · 21/06/2026
Over Che Adams and Lyndon Dykes? Yes, he should be starting
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Jonathan Rimmer @jonathanrimmer.bsky.social · 17/06/2026
I actually think it's more of a return to the Geogaddi style after the last two records - with added downtempo, agreed
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Jonathan Rimmer @jonathanrimmer.bsky.social · 17/06/2026
bbc.co.uk
Israeli tech firm accused of targeting First Minister John Swinney
Accounts linked to tech firm BlackCore are alleged to have carried out 'digital interference operations' against John Swinney.
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Jonathan Rimmer @jonathanrimmer.bsky.social · 17/06/2026
Naraka is the one
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Jonathan Rimmer @jonathanrimmer.bsky.social · 09/06/2026
Took an hour for our bus to get over the bridge. Lots of lads in ballies marching around. Videos of them attacking passers by — not confirmed whatever that’s related to the road closures. There was a protest at Buchanan steps that had Neo-Nazi speakers
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Jonathan Rimmer @jonathanrimmer.bsky.social · 08/06/2026
What a player, what a man www.theplayerstribune.com/divock-origi...
theplayerstribune.com
Thank You, God. Thank You, Football. | By Divock Origi
When you can look back and savour all the sweet moments with only gratitude and zero regret, that’s when you know it’s time to say goodbye.
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YouGov @yougov.co.uk · 05/06/2026
🧵/ How Scotland voted at the 2026 Holyrood election: our new study breaks down how Scottish voters cast their ballots in last month's seismic election by all the key demographic and political divides yougov.com/en-gb/articl...
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YouGov @yougov.co.uk · 05/06/2026
🧵/ How Wales voted at the 2026 Senedd election: our new study based on reanalysing the data behind our successful pre-election MRP identifies the key demographic and political divides behind the new Welsh party system yougov.com/en-gb/articl...
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Jonathan Rimmer @jonathanrimmer.bsky.social · 05/06/2026
I don't log every film I watch because even I think that's a tad exhausting/unnecessary, but here are the last four films I reviewed: Neat sports doc, some vintage gonzo Cage, the grandparent to all those 2010s whip-smart financial dramas and the most avant-garde hood film I've ever seen.
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Jonathan Rimmer @jonathanrimmer.bsky.social · 02/06/2026
Both Kenny and Kevin Keegan are going through the mill right now. Sad to see. They're much loved by millions.
bbc.co.uk
Sir Kenny Dalglish undergoing treatment for cancer
Scotland, Liverpool and Celtic great Sir Kenny Dalglish confirms he is undergoing treatment for cancer.
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Jonathan Rimmer @jonathanrimmer.bsky.social · 30/05/2026
Not sure how you missed it! x.com/BBCMOTD/stat...
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Match of the Day on X: "Should PSG have had a first-half penalty for this possible Bukayo Saka handball? 🤔 https://t.co/3Iu3P7prz5" / X
Should PSG have had a first-half penalty for this possible Bukayo Saka handball? 🤔 https://t.co/3Iu3P7prz5
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Jonathan Rimmer @jonathanrimmer.bsky.social · 30/05/2026
And saka’s handball? 👀
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Si Lloyd @smnllyd5.bsky.social · 30/05/2026
Feel for anyone who misses a big penalty in a shootout. Except for John Terry, because that was and always will be hilarious.
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Jonathan Rimmer @jonathanrimmer.bsky.social · 30/05/2026
They defended v well tbf
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