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Bylines Network @bylinesnetwork.co.uk · 12/10/2026
We rely on journalism to hold power to account. But who holds the media to account? Join us for Towards a Better Media — a vital conversation about ethics, disinformation, harm and the media Britain needs. 📅 21 Oct, 7pm 🎟️ bit.ly/bettermedia
We rely on journalism to hold power to account. But who holds the media to account?

Join us for Towards a Better Media — a vital conversation about ethics, disinformation, harm and the media Britain needs.
📅 21 Oct, 7pm
🎟️ bit.ly/bettermedia
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Kent and Surrey Bylines @kentandsurreybylines.co.uk · 12/10/2026
Our Armed Forces and Defence Industries are staring down a financial barrel. They need a 10-year plan now to protect our country from clear and present threats.  | Mike Phillips
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UK is at a crossroads, join the EU or become Little England?
Our Armed Forces and Defence Industries are staring down a financial barrel. They need a 10-year plan now to protect our country from clear and present threats.
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Bylines Network @bylinesnetwork.co.uk · 11/10/2026
Burnham has said the unsayable on Brexit. What happens now? What are the implications regarding a "reversal of Brexit?" northeastbylines.co.uk/news/politic...
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Burnham has said the unsayable on Brexit. What happens now?
What are the implications regarding a "reversal of Brexit?"
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Bylines Network @bylinesnetwork.co.uk · 11/10/2026
A free press matters. So does an accountable one. Join Nafeez Ahmed, Lexie Kirkconnell-Kawana and Priyamvada Gopal, chaired by Mike Galsworthy, to ask what a better British media could look like. 📅 21 Oct, 7pm 🎟️ bit.ly/bettermedia
A free press matters. So does an accountable one.

Join Nafeez Ahmed, Lexie Kirkconnell-Kawana and Priyamvada Gopal, chaired by Mike Galsworthy, to ask what a better British media could look like.
📅 21 Oct, 7pm
🎟️ bit.ly/bettermedia
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Helen #FBPE #NHS #ClimateCrisis 🇪🇺🇬🇧🇺🇦🏳️‍🌈💙 @heib20.bsky.social · 06/10/2026
Excellent!👏👏✨
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Kent and Surrey Bylines @kentandsurreybylines.co.uk · 10/10/2026
Skunk Anansie played a secret gig where tickets cost just £1. But the price wasn’t the most interesting thing about it. Jennie Kermode went along to find out what was really being launched. @jenniekermode.bsky.social
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Skunk Anansie and Darrin Mooney thrill fans at surprise Nothing But Love gig
Camden performance was the first in a series of events that will see big names play in small venues to remind us of the joy music can bring
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Bylines Network @bylinesnetwork.co.uk · 10/10/2026
Skunk Anansie played a secret gig where tickets cost just £1. But the price wasn’t the most interesting thing about it. Jennie Kermode went along to find out what was really being launched. @jenniekermode.bsky.social @kentandsurreybylines.co.uk
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Skunk Anansie and Darrin Mooney thrill fans at surprise Nothing But Love gig
Camden performance was the first in a series of events that will see big names play in small venues to remind us of the joy music can bring
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Bylines Network @bylinesnetwork.co.uk · 10/10/2026
A free press matters. So does an accountable one. Join Nafeez Ahmed, Lexie Kirkconnell-Kawana and Priyamvada Gopal, chaired by Mike Galsworthy, to ask what a better British media could look like. 📅 21 Oct, 7pm 🎟️ bit.ly/bettermedia
A free press matters. So does an accountable one.

Join Nafeez Ahmed, Lexie Kirkconnell-Kawana and Priyamvada Gopal, chaired by Mike Galsworthy, to ask what a better British media could look like.
📅 21 Oct, 7pm
🎟️ bit.ly/bettermedia
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Bylines Network @bylinesnetwork.co.uk · 09/10/2026
Skunk Anansie and Darrin Mooney thrill fans at surprise Nothing But Love gig Camden performance was the first in a series of events that will see big names play in small venues to remind us of the joy music can bring | Jennie Kermode @jenniekermode.bsky.social @kentandsurreybylines.co.uk
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Skunk Anansie and Darrin Mooney thrill fans at surprise Nothing But Love gig
Camden performance was the first in a series of events that will see big names play in small venues to remind us of the joy music can bring
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Kent and Surrey Bylines @kentandsurreybylines.co.uk · 09/10/2026
Camden performance was the first in a series of events that will see big names play in small venues to remind us of the joy music can bring | Jennie Kermode
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Skunk Anansie and Darrin Mooney thrill fans at surprise Nothing But Love gig
Camden performance was the first in a series of events that will see big names play in small venues to remind us of the joy music can bring
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Bylines Network @bylinesnetwork.co.uk · 07/10/2026
A free press matters. So does an accountable one. Join Nafeez Ahmed, Lexie Kirkconnell-Kawana and Priyamvada Gopal, chaired by Mike Galsworthy, to ask what a better British media could look like. 📅 21 Oct, 7pm 🎟️ bit.ly/bettermedia
A free press matters. So does an accountable one.

Join Nafeez Ahmed, Lexie Kirkconnell-Kawana and Priyamvada Gopal, chaired by Mike Galsworthy, to ask what a better British media could look like.
📅 21 Oct, 7pm
🎟️ bit.ly/bettermedia
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Mike Galsworthy @mikegalsworthy.bsky.social · 06/10/2026
🚨 In case you hadn’t noticed… …mainstream media is rapidly getting replaced by alternative and grassroots news efforts. That’s a combination of citizen frustration with mainstream media - an increased ability to DIY in digital media. So where is it all going? And how do we ensure standards?
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Bylines Network @bylinesnetwork.co.uk · 05/10/2026
A free press matters. So does an accountable one. Join Nafeez Ahmed, Lexie Kirkconnell-Kawana and Priyamvada Gopal, chaired by Mike Galsworthy, to ask what a better British media could look like. 📅 21 Oct, 7pm 🎟️ bit.ly/bettermedia
A free press matters. So does an accountable one.

Join Nafeez Ahmed, Lexie Kirkconnell-Kawana and Priyamvada Gopal, chaired by Mike Galsworthy, to ask what a better British media could look like.
📅 21 Oct, 7pm
🎟️ bit.ly/bettermedia
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Kent and Surrey Bylines @kentandsurreybylines.co.uk · 30/09/2026
As AI continues to become a part of our lives, we need to try to reevaluate what we know of its effects on us and future generations | Shanique Miller
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Gen(eration) AI – The rise and fall of technology
As AI continues to become a part of our lives, we need to try to reevaluate what we know of its effects on us and future generations
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Kent and Surrey Bylines @kentandsurreybylines.co.uk · 22/09/2026
Gen Z has unearthed the shiny aesthetic of the noughties - but for them, it means more than baby tees and rhinestones | Kaylee Skinner
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Why is everyone so obsessed with Y2K? 
Gen Z has unearthed the shiny aesthetic of the noughties - but for them, it means more than baby tees and rhinestones
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Kent and Surrey Bylines @kentandsurreybylines.co.uk · 14/09/2026
Why some of the most important art is happening on our doorstep at grassroots art exhibitions | Kayleigh Rae
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Why grassroots art matters more than ever
Why some of the most important art is happening on our doorstep at grassroots art exhibitions
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Kent and Surrey Bylines @kentandsurreybylines.co.uk · 14/09/2026
Women make up half the population, and yet their health is severely overlooked - and underfunded. It's time to address the elephant in the room | Alazne Mountjoy
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How medical misogyny is letting women down
Women make up half the population, and yet their health is severely overlooked - and underfunded. It's time to address the elephant in the room
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Bylines Network @bylinesnetwork.co.uk · 06/09/2026
We have a chance to influence the new government, using the power of our citizen journalism - and the weight, literally, of our Gazette - to make politicians do more to secure justice for those abused by Mohamed Al Fayed. We are raising £6,000 to print and send the Gazette to every MP 👇
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Where is justice? Survivors voices in parliament
Put survivors’ testimony about Mohamed Al-Fayed in front of MPs – securing an inquiry, breaking down barriers and holding power to account.
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Bylines Network @bylinesnetwork.co.uk · 04/09/2026
We have a chance to influence the new government, using the power of our citizen journalism - and the weight, literally, of our Gazette - to make politicians do more to secure justice for those abused by Mohamed Al Fayed. We are raising £6,000 to print and send the Gazette to every MP 👇
crowdfunder.co.uk
Where is justice? Survivors voices in parliament
Put survivors’ testimony about Mohamed Al-Fayed in front of MPs – securing an inquiry, breaking down barriers and holding power to account.
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Kent and Surrey Bylines @kentandsurreybylines.co.uk · 05/09/2026
This summer’s drought shows the need to cut down on water use at home. The author booked a free water-saving visit from a water company plumber | Charlotte Mbali
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Facts and freebies from Dave, the water-saving plumber
This summer’s drought shows the need to cut down on water use at home. The author booked a free water-saving visit from a water company plumber
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Bylines Network @bylinesnetwork.co.uk · 03/09/2026
TONIGHT..... 7.00–8.15 pm Bylines Network webinar: “Cleaning Up Politics: How Britain Rebuilds Trust”, Speakers Neal Lawson, Prof Christina Pagel, Dominic Grieve KC and Gina Miller, chaired by Mike Galsworthy. Discussion on political standards and accountability bit.ly/politicsclea...
TONIGHT..... 7.00–8.15 pm

Bylines Network webinar: “Cleaning Up Politics: How Britain Rebuilds Trust”, Speakers Neal Lawson, Prof Christina Pagel, Dominic Grieve KC and Gina Miller, chaired by Mike Galsworthy. Discussion on political standards and accountability 
https://bit.ly/politicscleanup
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Kent and Surrey Bylines @kentandsurreybylines.co.uk · 02/09/2026
The UK’s 15 National Parks have renewed their joint pledge to protect historic landscapes and help more people connect with their heritage | Karen Reeve
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UK National Parks unite to protect historic environment
The UK’s 15 National Parks have renewed their joint pledge to protect historic landscapes and help more people connect with their heritage
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Bylines Network @bylinesnetwork.co.uk · 01/09/2026
Bylines Network webinar: “Cleaning Up Politics: How Britain Rebuilds Trust”, Thursday 3 September, 7.00–8.15pm. Speakers Neal Lawson, Prof Christina Pagel, Dominic Grieve KC and Gina Miller, chaired by Mike Galsworthy. Discussion on political standards and accountability bit.ly/politicsclea...
Bylines Network webinar: “Cleaning Up Politics: How Britain Rebuilds Trust”, Thursday 3 September, 7.00–8.15pm. Speakers Neal Lawson, Prof Christina Pagel, Dominic Grieve KC and Gina Miller, chaired by Mike Galsworthy. Discussion on political standards and accountability https://bit.ly/politicscleanup
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No One Above @nooneaboveorg.bsky.social · 28/08/2026
Donors can receive their own copy of the gazette or you can subscribe to Bylines for access. bylinesnetwork.co.uk/gazette/ (July edition)
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Gazette - Bylines Network
Enjoy our best articles delivered to your inbox every month
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No One Above @nooneaboveorg.bsky.social · 28/08/2026
Please consider supporting a fundraiser from No One Above and @bylinesnetwork.co.uk to send a copy of the Special Gazette on the Fayed/Harrods case to every MP. #harrods #trafficking #alfayed #fayed www.crowdfunder.co.uk/p/where-is-j...
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Where is justice? Survivors voices in parliament
Put survivors’ testimony about Mohamed Al-Fayed in front of MPs – securing an inquiry, breaking down barriers and holding power to account.
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rhonda611.bsky.social @rhonda611.bsky.social · 28/08/2026
Does anyone ever really get justice in UK? Blood scandal, Hillsborough, Grenfell, British troops exposed to A bomb, Al Fayed? The list is endless - justice in UK only for the perpetrators.
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Mike Galsworthy @mikegalsworthy.bsky.social · 29/08/2026
Absolute star panel on this one. And vital to discuss the growing distrust in UK politics. Causes, symptoms, cures… Please share and come along (free or contribute - you choose. We’re open to all) Link —> www.tickettailor.com/events/bylin... by @bylinesnetwork.co.uk
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Mike Galsworthy @mikegalsworthy.bsky.social · 28/08/2026
Let’s get hard copies of survivor testimony to MPs!! Victims of the Al Fayed trafficking network have not got justice yet, despite vast evidence. This is our own Epstein scandal. This 85-page Bylines Gazette was written by the survivors and supporting experts. Let’s make sure MP get a copy! 👇👇
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Where is justice? Survivors voices in parliament
Put survivors’ testimony about Mohamed Al-Fayed in front of MPs – securing an inquiry, breaking down barriers and holding power to account.
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Mike Galsworthy @mikegalsworthy.bsky.social · 27/08/2026
🔥 Really looking forward to this. What a phenomenal panel we have! Link —> www.tickettailor.com/events/bylin...
Flyer for the event “Cleaning up Politics: How Britain Rebuilds Trust” with Gina Miller, Dominic Grieve and others.
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Ben Dickenson @benjitoon.bsky.social · 25/08/2026
Please support this. Justice matters. Citizen voices matter. Powerful men must not be allowed to exploit, abuse and traffic women and girls. They should not walk away without consequence. It's not enough to know those men are no longer with us - the system that let this happen has to change.
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Where is justice? Survivors voices in parliament
Put survivors’ testimony about Mohamed Al-Fayed in front of MPs – securing an inquiry, breaking down barriers and holding power to account.
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Fionna O’Leary @fascinatorfun.bsky.social · 27/08/2026
This is so wicked of West Point : deliberating concealing human contribution to climate change & sacking an “outstanding” Professor for doing so. “We’re only telling cadets part of the story. We’re lying to them, deceiving them.”
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Mike Galsworthy @mikegalsworthy.bsky.social · 26/08/2026
🚨 DEAR ALL - we have just launched our crowdfunder for getting PRINT COPIES of our gazette on the Al-Fayed trafficking network to MPs. Please please do share everywhere - and chip in a little if you can:
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Where is justice? Survivors voices in parliament
Put survivors’ testimony about Mohamed Al-Fayed in front of MPs – securing an inquiry, breaking down barriers and holding power to account.
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Kent and Surrey Bylines @kentandsurreybylines.co.uk · 23/08/2026
The UK’s Defence Investment Plan and what it proposes A deep dive into the Ministry of Defence's most recent proposals, purchases, and orders for arms | Mike Phillips
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The UK’s Defence Investment Plan and what it proposes
A deep dive into the Ministry of Defence's most recent proposals, purchases, and orders for arms
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Kent and Surrey Bylines @kentandsurreybylines.co.uk · 19/08/2026
As generative AI spreads like wildfire, we must look at our climate crisis and ask if this is the future humanity wants | Alazne Mountjoy
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Generative AI: Is this the future we want?
As generative AI spreads like wildfire, we must look at our climate crisis and ask if this is the future humanity wants
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North East Bylines @northeastbylines.co.uk · 16/08/2026
Webinar coming up!
Bylines Network webinar: “Cleaning Up Politics: How Britain Rebuilds Trust”, Thursday 3 September, 7.00–8.15pm. Speakers Neal Lawson, Dr Christina Pagel, Dominic Grieve KC and Gina Miller, chaired by Mike Galsworthy. Discussion on political standards, influence, finance, media accountability, constitutional reform and devolution.
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Mr RobertBob @mrrobertbob.bsky.social · 16/08/2026
Vets are still hugely over priced.
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Bylines Network @bylinesnetwork.co.uk · 18/08/2026
Heatwaves and wildfires: why is Europe warming so quickly? Wildfires are spreading across a warming Europe. What are the causes, and what can be done to prevent and mitigate these disasters? | Mike Phillips @kentandsurreybylines.co.uk
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Heatwaves and wildfires: why is Europe warming so quickly?
Wildfires are spreading across a warming Europe. What are the causes, and what can be done to prevent and mitigate these disasters?
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Kent and Surrey Bylines @kentandsurreybylines.co.uk · 18/08/2026
Heatwaves and wildfires: why is Europe warming so quickly? Wildfires are spreading across a warming Europe. What are the causes, and what can be done to prevent and mitigate these disasters? | Mike Phillips
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Heatwaves and wildfires: why is Europe warming so quickly?
Wildfires are spreading across a warming Europe. What are the causes, and what can be done to prevent and mitigate these disasters?
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Bylines Network @bylinesnetwork.co.uk · 17/08/2026
Bylines Network webinar: “Cleaning Up Politics: How Britain Rebuilds Trust”, Thursday 3 September, 7.00–8.15pm. Speakers Neal Lawson, Prof Christina Pagel, Dominic Grieve KC and Gina Miller, chaired by Mike Galsworthy. Discussion on political standards and accountability bit.ly/politicsclea...
Bylines Network webinar: “Cleaning Up Politics: How Britain Rebuilds Trust”, Thursday 3 September, 7.00–8.15pm. Speakers Neal Lawson, Prof Christina Pagel, Dominic Grieve KC and Gina Miller, chaired by Mike Galsworthy. Discussion on political standards and accountability
https://bit.ly/politicscleanup
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Kent and Surrey Bylines @kentandsurreybylines.co.uk · 15/08/2026
The boat distress call that left questions for Zuckerberg Mark Zuckerberg's $300 million super yacht draws attention for failing to respond to a stranded boat's call for assistance | Mike Phillips
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The boat distress call that left questions for Zuckerberg
Mark Zuckerberg's $300 million super yacht draws attention for failing to respond to a stranded boat's call for assistance
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Kent and Surrey Bylines @kentandsurreybylines.co.uk · 14/08/2026
Mark Zuckerberg's $300 million super yacht draws attention for failing to respond to a stranded boat's call for assistance | Mike Phillips
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The boat distress call that left questions for Zuckerberg
Mark Zuckerberg's $300 million super yacht draws attention for failing to respond to a stranded boat's call for assistance
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Kent and Surrey Bylines @kentandsurreybylines.co.uk · 14/08/2026
With its grand landscapes and epic battles, the Odyssey is a film you do not want to miss | Charlotte Mbali
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“The film of the decade”: a film review of The Odyssey
With its grand landscapes and epic battles, the Odyssey is a film you do not want to miss
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Kent and Surrey Bylines @kentandsurreybylines.co.uk · 14/08/2026
Mark Zuckerberg's $300 million super yacht draws attention for failing to respond to a stranded boat's call for assistance | Mike Phillips
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The boat distress call that left questions for Zuckerberg
Mark Zuckerberg's $300 million super yacht draws attention for failing to respond to a stranded boat's call for assistance
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Kent and Surrey Bylines @kentandsurreybylines.co.uk · 14/08/2026
Pet owners promised clearer prices in biggest shake-up of veterinary care for 60 years Millions of pet owners could benefit from the biggest overhaul of veterinary regulation in 60 years under the new government plans | Karen Reeve @kazzie70.bsky.social
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Pet owners promised clearer prices in biggest shake-up of veterinary care for 60 years
Millions of pet owners could benefit from the biggest overhaul of veterinary regulation in 60 years under the new government plans
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Kent and Surrey Bylines @kentandsurreybylines.co.uk · 14/08/2026
Pet owners promised clearer prices in biggest shake-up of veterinary care for 60 years Millions of pet owners could benefit from the biggest overhaul of veterinary regulation in 60 years under the new government plans | Karen Reeve @kazzie70.bsky.social
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Pet owners promised clearer prices in biggest shake-up of veterinary care for 60 years
Millions of pet owners could benefit from the biggest overhaul of veterinary regulation in 60 years under the new government plans
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Kent and Surrey Bylines @kentandsurreybylines.co.uk · 13/08/2026
For months, Nigel Farage’s Reform UK has surged in polls across the country. Will the Clacton by-election shoot him – and his chances in No. 10 – in the foot? | Richard Styles
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The by-election that could cost Farage everything
For months, Nigel Farage’s Reform UK has surged in polls across the country. Will the Clacton by-election shoot him – and his chances in No. 10 – in the foot?
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Bylines Network @bylinesnetwork.co.uk · 13/08/2026
Bylines Network webinar: “Cleaning Up Politics: How Britain Rebuilds Trust”, Thursday 3 September, 7.00–8.15pm. Speakers Neal Lawson, Prof Christina Pagel, Dominic Grieve KC and Gina Miller, chaired by Mike Galsworthy. Discussion on political standards and accountability bit.ly/politicsclea...
Bylines Network webinar: “Cleaning Up Politics: How Britain Rebuilds Trust”, Thursday 3 September, 7.00–8.15pm. Speakers Neal Lawson, Prof Christina Pagel, Dominic Grieve KC and Gina Miller, chaired by Mike Galsworthy. Discussion on political standards and accountability
https://bit.ly/politicscleanup
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Kent and Surrey Bylines @kentandsurreybylines.co.uk · 12/08/2026
Pet owners promised clearer prices in biggest shake-up of veterinary care for 60 years Millions of pet owners could benefit from the biggest overhaul of veterinary regulation in 60 years under the new government plans | Karen Reeve @kazzie70.bsky.social
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Pet owners promised clearer prices in biggest shake-up of veterinary care for 60 years
Millions of pet owners could benefit from the biggest overhaul of veterinary regulation in 60 years under the new government plans
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Kent and Surrey Bylines @kentandsurreybylines.co.uk · 12/08/2026
Brexit’s tenth anniversary ushered in a resurgence of conversation about Britain’s relationship with the European Union | Colin Gordon
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Brexit is ten: now what?
Brexit’s tenth anniversary ushered in a resurgence of conversation about Britain’s relationship with the European Union
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Kent and Surrey Bylines @kentandsurreybylines.co.uk · 03/08/2026
Brexit’s tenth anniversary ushered in a resurgence of conversation about Britain’s relationship with the European Union | Colin Gordon
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Brexit is ten: now what?
Brexit’s tenth anniversary ushered in a resurgence of conversation about Britain’s relationship with the European Union
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