karbar.bsky.social @karbar.bsky.social · 11/10/2026Here's an idea to make life better, more accessible and a safer place. Subsidise creation of youth employment places p/time inc a statutory % eg 40% of disabled, neurodivergement & survivors to help design improvements to everyday living right now. We need to create safer spaces for EVERYONE now. 000
karbar.bsky.social @karbar.bsky.social · 09/10/2026In FT "..they can’t afford the childcare on top..growing calls to set a household cap.. discriminatory that two parents earning £99,999.. while a single parent..a penny more than £100,000 is not.." I sole carer for disabled yp earn just over £50k qualify for virt no help for anything-earn too muchft.comHome - Financial TimesNews, analysis and opinion from the Financial Times on the latest in markets, economics and politics 010
karbar.bsky.social @karbar.bsky.social · 09/10/2026www.msn.com/en-gb/news/o.... In his own words. Im hardly the most eloquent particularly in bluesky posts. But current 'leaders' of the ?free world really are v. disappointing division, and hate predominate. Call me a keyboard anything but I still believe majority of peeps can have a reasoned debatemsn.comMSN 000
karbar.bsky.social @karbar.bsky.social · 09/10/2026Another news story about travel insurance not covering an accident. I agree that ins industry in general precip an industry of its own on policy exclusions take extreme care with insurance.Much as the detail of ins policies can be dull read it&assume NO ACTIVITY is covered-moped,bike&check first!pls 000
karbar.bsky.social @karbar.bsky.social · 04/10/2026There have been problems in the Scottish islands over the last year in reliable basic infrastructure Im not talking about ferries but utilities, connectivity. If island communities are to be vibrant whilst weather causing issues expected periodically businesses can't sustain frequent service loss. 010
karbar.bsky.social @karbar.bsky.social · 03/10/2026www.bbc.co.uk/news/article.... Indicative of how far we have to go to be inclusive and consider and be respectful of everyone whether its physical, mental, learning,or health condition our society has in my view can be very superficial approach to equalities in legislation and not, and inequalities.bbc.co.ukTourette's campaigner John Davidson to watch Scottish Baftas via video link after row over racial slurJohn Davidson, whose condition includes involuntary tics, shouted a racial slur during the Bafta Film Awards in February. 000
karbar.bsky.social @karbar.bsky.social · 28/09/2026Family disputes over someone with ill, or failing health, fragile or vulnerable is a common occurence the world over. Can we have a level of concern in equal measure for young, middle aged and older alike. Unequal compassion that is rampant today is undeserved - value people equally,rich,poor,other. 000
karbar.bsky.social @karbar.bsky.social · 27/09/2026www.bbc.co.uk/news/article.... Respect for ALL communities in NI needs maintained to prevent heightened divisions & return to the past.Talking & negotiation the best way forward.All politicians have that duty,also lessons to be learned re:earlier engagement with residents/community.Safe weekend all❤️bbc.co.ukWhat is the Garvaghy Road dispute all about?Why is Drumcree making the headlines again nearly three decades on from the start of the dispute? 010
karbar.bsky.social @karbar.bsky.social · 23/09/2026The UK Government is considering proposals to replace the BBC licence fee with an £11-per-month internet levy as part of its ongoing review of the broadcaster’s future funding model. I can't pay all my bills atm and now someone wants me to pay a monthly levy on top of my internet providers bill. 000
karbar.bsky.social @karbar.bsky.social · 20/09/2026news.stv.tv/east-central... I can relate after being triaged to attend a&e a couple of times recently with excrutiating all over pain inc chest pain - result after tests told to come back if it gets "worse". I put in place various home remedies, its not away but better than it was.news.stv.tvWomen facing avoidable deaths due to healthcare barriers, charity warnsA report claims women are facing barriers to accessing healthcare for chest, heart, stroke and other long-term conditions. 000
karbar.bsky.social @karbar.bsky.social · 13/09/2026My total sympathy is with those who have suffered loss, or harm to date from public services. BBC report says "Analysis by .. current inquiry legal team showed that,of more than 1,400 recommendations made by previous healthcare.. inquiries,the majority have not been clearly implemented." Repeated💔 000
karbar.bsky.social @karbar.bsky.social · 12/09/2026This ➡️ First AI clinical negligence claims lodged. (Ben Clover and Ella Devereux11 September 2026). The NHS has received its first clinical negligence claims related to the use of artificial intelligence, HSJ can reveal. 000
karbar.bsky.social @karbar.bsky.social · 12/09/2026"Poverty no barrier to learning" says John McGhee, of Glasgow Education Leadership. I think this is very simplistic, if its about the human spirit then agree people CAN overcome adversity even in the extreme. H/ever, if someone can't/needs support or in general is it not better to guide in a +ve way 010
karbar.bsky.social @karbar.bsky.social · 10/09/2026givealittle.co/c/NHEFn0c1lM... If you haven't heard an american woman who moved to an island community in Scotland is taking legal action against the above as they did not let her dog in (I am a dog owner) and she has now been granted legal aid (I didn't get legal aid I needed). Help the cafe ⬆️ plsgivealittle.coBernera Community AssociationThanks for supporting our vital community hub! 000
karbar.bsky.social @karbar.bsky.social · 04/09/2026Organisations inc public orgs eg NHS have to understand AI and assess whwre its use is appropriate and where not (and not just try it out randomly). I just read an article that - medical notes AI isnt picking up/is inaccurate on tone and facial expressions. No it doesnt not an appropriate use case. 000
karbar.bsky.social @karbar.bsky.social · 23/08/2026Absurd "TWO community organisations in the Outer Hebrides face financial ruin following a legal battle..by an American woman and funded by Legal Aid over a row about her dog not being allowed into a cafe." No is no, end! I'm a scottish (dog owning) human being and can't get legal aid when i needed. 000
karbar.bsky.social @karbar.bsky.social · 18/08/2026www.bbc.co.uk/news/article.... Good news on the Cairngorms wildfire in Scotland, but damage to miles of a beautiful wild area, local wildlife including a bird reserve. Local peoples lives and businesses affected, but no loss of human life however in the fire.bbc.co.ukLast firefighters stood down from scene of Cairngorms wildfireThe incident started almost five weeks ago has burned across thousands of acres of moorland and forestry. 000
karbar.bsky.social @karbar.bsky.social · 15/08/2026"Words have a magical power. They can bring..the greatest happiness or deepest despair; they can transfer knowledge..; words enable the orator to sway his audience and dictate its decisions. Words..capable of arousing..emotions and prompting..actions." S Freud. Thoughts with:perspective & reflection 000
karbar.bsky.social @karbar.bsky.social · 08/08/2026Thoughts are with the survivors, victims and victims families of those women preyed upon and let down repeatedly by the justice systems in UK. Police, prosecutors and judges who all had a part in women needlessly suffering due to leaving men free with a record of violence against women and/or girls. 000
karbar.bsky.social @karbar.bsky.social · 04/08/2026Credit: BBC News website. Congratulations to all candidates who got their QualScot results today. Even if you didn't get what you hoped or need 1.you did your best 2.seek advice to help you plan next steps/look at your options. Attainment levels bween most and least deprived ?narrowing apparently!hm 000
karbar.bsky.social @karbar.bsky.social · 04/08/2026Attitudes have improved a bit over the last generation but there's a long way to go yet. Eg Highland cncil comm renewed taxi license of a convicted rapist, I have had to call out being looked up and down in the office by men inc a snr officer, in UK women get cat called, harassed or worse daily. 000
karbar.bsky.social @karbar.bsky.social · 02/08/2026With no apology for this unashamed promotion of Nethy Bridge and the surrounding area, see info re: the Cairngorms wildfire by using the link. Nethy Bridge though is open for business. The area would be grateful of your support. I do not live there but the area is beautiful. www.nethybridge.comnethybridge.comNethy Bridge | The Forest Village in the Cairngorms National ParkNethy Bridge is a welcoming Forest Village in the Cairngorms National Park, Highlands of Scotland. Explore places to stay, things to do and local life. 001
karbar.bsky.social @karbar.bsky.social · 31/07/2026www.msn.com/en-gb/money/... I've worked 38yrs but have been out of work on occasion once claiming (contribution based) benefit of £75pw total bcos I had worked all those years (lucky me). An error on their part meant I missed out on a weeks benefit but I was supposed to be grateful. V. bad design.msn.comMSN 000
karbar.bsky.social @karbar.bsky.social · 26/07/2026www.bbc.co.uk/news/article... Good picture evidence of the wildfires in the Cairngorms area, Scotland. The rain overnight has helped a bit, so is good. I don't know the cause of it but a good reminder for us all to be especially careful in such beautiful areas. Fires start easily in v. dry periods.bbc.co.uk'Welcome progress' made in tackling Cairngorms wildfireNethy Bridge homes were evacuated but police say the fire is no longer considered a major incident. 000
karbar.bsky.social @karbar.bsky.social · 25/07/2026Sad to see the devastation in parts of the Cairngorms, Highlands Scotland due to wildfire. Just pure black in a usually beautiful wild place. Firefighters and other emer workers doing their best but against fire and strong winds its a pretty huge need. Stay safe all including residents and visitors 111
karbar.bsky.social @karbar.bsky.social · 25/07/2026This is what a "free" speech America looks like atm, added to which some childens books being removed from school libraries and ofcourse Smithonian told to add corrections to its displays, and highly tariffed trade in free America. www.nbcnews.com/politics/tru...nbcnews.comTrump administration concedes that it canceled research grants in blue statesThe Trump administration conceded that 284 research grants were canceled because they were in states that voted against President Donald Trump in 2024. 011
karbar.bsky.social @karbar.bsky.social · 24/07/2026I live here &agnostic reSNP-if Douglas Alexander thinks hes engaging like he says needs to undertake some self reflection. Alexander said he approached his work "with an open heart and an open mind". "Working collaboratively and effectively with the Scottish government" private sch headmaster vibes 000
karbar.bsky.social @karbar.bsky.social · 19/07/2026I'm in fact a middle income earner but sole carer of a yp with additional needs struggling to stay afloat. I'm willing to give a new UK PM A LIMITED bit of time to begin to reset relations with dev nation govs to address main causes of eg homelessness for lower earners and outcomes for yp from care. 000
karbar.bsky.social @karbar.bsky.social · 19/07/2026View of me a simple soul is all governments in UK, inc SG&WG and NI exec have a duty to stop conducting endless reviews. Act use all possible: business community, housing, education and health and social provision including a guarantee of a minimum level of income and services -simplify the systems. 000
karbar.bsky.social @karbar.bsky.social · 09/07/2026www.bbc.co.uk/news/article... will just very clearly and carefully say a lack of empathy here in the very dismissive way this conversation developed.Sixteen children and their teacher murdered,all the families lost a family member and a community devastated at the scale of their loss. Don't forget.bbc.co.ukRestore Britain leader describes Dunblane tragedy as 'one murder'Rupert Lowe criticised the ban of handguns in the UK, saying it was "because there was a murder in Dunblane". 000
karbar.bsky.social @karbar.bsky.social · 04/07/2026www.ft.com/content/f0f8... I'm perplexed & concerned the no.of times I've recently seen lapses in integrity and non recognition of conflict of interest.If someone else does it doesnt mean you should join in eg NHS admin or clinician,auditor,politician or anyone else. Be better than them dont join inft.com‘The brakes failed and they’ve crashed the car’: how the Big Four’s wheels fell off Down UnderAustralian operations prove an ongoing source of scandal and embarrassment for KPMG, PwC, EY and Deloitte 010
karbar.bsky.social @karbar.bsky.social · 27/06/2026Well done to Cape Verde, an amazing achievement www.bbc.co.uk/sport/footba...bbc.co.ukWorld Cup 2026: How Cape Verde made history on their tournament debutHow has a group of islands with just 525,000 inhabitants made it to the knockout rounds of the World Cup? 000
karbar.bsky.social @karbar.bsky.social · 26/06/2026130 million Sovereign grant and 24 million private income + = 12 million tax-quite an advantageous rate. I pay bills, maintain my property. Only pay tax on whats left after deductions that would be great. Give everyone a 10% rate the state would grind to a halt,40% it is ??I have to pay for the rich 100
karbar.bsky.social @karbar.bsky.social · 25/06/2026Leaders in public services fail citizens when they don't address issues, my heart is with anyone affected by the various maternity, and other scandals. The whole of the UK HAS to get better at recognising problems, seeking EVIDENCE about what needs to change and implementing changes. 000
karbar.bsky.social @karbar.bsky.social · 17/06/2026news.stv.tv/east-central... This is crazy-there is actually serious reform essential for sustainability of public services. I've worked many years in the public and commercial and third sector. No BS-unacceptable- arrange mutual, other aid arr/share services with neighbouring LA. No excuse for thisnews.stv.tvCouncil misses deadline to submit annual accounts five years runningAudit Scotland said there was 'significant risk' to Clackmannanshire Council financial governance 000
karbar.bsky.social @karbar.bsky.social · 17/06/2026www.bbc.co.uk/news/article... This is what actual inclusion looks like! Employers and local authorities and governments need to understand what real inclusion is - its not about ticking boxes re " accomodations " it's about enabling people to thrive.bbc.co.uk'We travel 530 miles to Lowestoft so our son can have a haircut'How a very special hairdressing salon in Lowestoft is cutting it when it comes to neurodivergence. 000
karbar.bsky.social @karbar.bsky.social · 16/06/2026Visiting one of the lovely Isles off Scotland's West coast atm. Beautiful place with fantastic local produce purchased from local fishmongers and butchers (inc some to take back home with me). A few days off to relax and unwind and appreciate some of the best things about living in the country I do. 000
karbar.bsky.social @karbar.bsky.social · 04/06/2026I have seen it all now. The Daily Telegraph headline "How Britain is failing the white working class." The Telegraph have discovered there is a British "working class" and they are concerned for them (I'm one). Interesting development in very difficult times. Circulation falling by any chance? 000
karbar.bsky.social @karbar.bsky.social · 31/05/2026A thought: being involved in service redesign as I have. Actual innovation should not have delivery of savings as its primary consideration. This is in my view becoming a problematic condition in public service redesign atm eg shift to tele based service may not be an innovation but only a saving. 000
karbar.bsky.social @karbar.bsky.social · 23/05/2026NB High functioning and masking autistic people can feel they are not made for this world and can feel like failures and do experience overwhelm or burnout which lasts days,weeks or months. Its not laziness, the no of times I've heard "was doing well" inclusion is others adapting to accomodate them 000
karbar.bsky.social @karbar.bsky.social · 19/05/2026www.bbc.co.uk/news/article... This is one example of where the h&sc system is not enabling people.bbc.co.ukDisabled man 'rotting' on a hospital ward - despite being told he is fit to go homeRavi Mehta says his care could be terminated if he self-discharged. His NHS care board says its decisions have not been driven by costs. 000
karbar.bsky.social @karbar.bsky.social · 09/05/2026PMs script is bemusing? an (un)'apology' and "telling the public the truth". I don't recognise his analysis eg Labour is trying save money targeting groups who often dont have power to 'help' them -imagine taking a disabled 🧑🧑🧒🧒w/chair away.An idea 'support' high end tax dodgers to pay more tax. 000
karbar.bsky.social @karbar.bsky.social · 09/05/2026The election results across Britain that indicate trust and confidence in the UK government, possibly politicians in general is very low. Folk are opting to continue largely SNP not generally out of love but because the other options were worse even though SNP havent delivered on their promises. 000
karbar.bsky.social @karbar.bsky.social · 06/05/2026Sky news "Project Freedom" The ships were both attacked with missiles, drones and small armed boats. A spokeperson "The US forces provided a protective security bubble... that included multiple defensive layers and coverage from warships, aircraft, and highly trained personnel." Sounds expensive! 000
karbar.bsky.social @karbar.bsky.social · 03/05/2026Its time for all education preschool to higher and further education, health&social care,social work,and justice services to be delivering for citizens of the UK& its constituent countries. Politics is failing citizens,even down to council level they ignore inconvenient truths,yes to informed debate 000
karbar.bsky.social @karbar.bsky.social · 30/04/2026I had my review with my new line manager. I pointed out I had delivered on my objectives. Interestingly I was told its not just about delivering... I pointed out that I was also not abusive, belittling, or unprofessional at work and led on equia's and I'm values led too ?but still can't pay my bills 000
karbar.bsky.social @karbar.bsky.social · 28/04/2026 This - www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...bbc.co.ukRussian superyacht Nord sails through Strait of Hormuz despite blockadeThe 141m-long vessel, linked to a close ally of Russian President Vladimir Putin, cleared the waterway despite an ongoing blockade. 000
karbar.bsky.social @karbar.bsky.social · 27/04/2026I'm a voter in one of the upcoming elections in Britain. I despair I hear politicians - from more than one party - say the problem is voters don't realise what a great job they're doing! Despite having worked continuously for 40 yearsish my outgoing last 12mths exceed my income, despite cutting back 000
karbar.bsky.social @karbar.bsky.social · 20/04/2026Another nothing to see here statement from a senior british politician when logic says otherwise. It does politics no good to have snr ministers or the PM avoiding admitting they didn't take relevant advice from officials and werent curious when media reports made about serious shortcoming in appts. 000
karbar.bsky.social @karbar.bsky.social · 13/04/2026nas.chorus.thirdlight.com/file/24/cDO1... I support anything that will improve the lives of affected families and individuals.On speaking with some the view is this will not be a game changer so maybe it should be viewed as a starter for 10.I've witnessed lots of human potential wasted,needs changenas.chorus.thirdlight.com 000