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Pepperg1rl

@pepperg1rl.bsky.social
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Left leaning pragmatist & amateur psychologist. Teacher in a previous life. European to my core

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Hold The Line @labholdtheline.bsky.social · 21/06/2026
A statment from us.
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Pepperg1rl @pepperg1rl.bsky.social · 21/06/2026
Sign and repost. It’s all about the money. The MSM want Keir Starmer gone because he gets on with the job of making this nation better and holding the billionaires to account holdtheline.org.uk/petition
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Sign the petition — Hold the Line
Add your name to the petition urging Labour MPs to hold the line, back the leadership, and stop Nigel Farage walking into Downing Street.
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Pepperg1rl @pepperg1rl.bsky.social · 10/06/2026
Why not?? www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2026...
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Elon Musk’s X not facing action from UK government over posts inciting violence in Belfast
Any official reprimand will come from regulator Ofcom, but not for at least two months
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Pepperg1rl @pepperg1rl.bsky.social · 18/05/2026
These are just a few things the Government has been getting on with recently. Sign the holdtheline.org.uk/petition to allow them to keep on with the job
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Pepperg1rl @pepperg1rl.bsky.social · 14/05/2026
holdtheline.org.uk/petition
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Hold the Line — Sign the petition
Sign the petition. Support Keir Starmer now, don't hand Nigel Farage the keys to Downing Street.
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Pepperg1rl @pepperg1rl.bsky.social · 13/05/2026
Far right newspapers are trying to run a smear campaign against Misan Harriman. We can't let them. Add your name to the open letter, and stand against hate and division. goodlawproject.org/s/4ca10b
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Misan Harriman Handraiser | Good Law Project
Far right newspapers are trying to run a smear campaign against Misan Harriman. Add your name to the open letter, and stand against hate and division.
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Pepperg1rl @pepperg1rl.bsky.social · 12/05/2026
Hold the line. Support Sir Keir Starmer. Don’t do Reform a favour c.org/qgV8XcLCfH
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Sign the Petition
Support Keir Starmer as PM
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Pepperg1rl @pepperg1rl.bsky.social · 06/04/2026
Palantir, the controversial U.S. company working with ICE and the Israeli military, has access to our private data via NHS databases. We need the Government to trigger the break clause on their contract NOW. 🚨Can you sign and share? 38d.gs/sitl
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End Palantir’s NHS contract NOW
Palantir, the controversial U.S. company working with ICE and the Israeli military, has access to our private data via NHS databases. We need the Government to trigger the break clause on their contra...
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Pepperg1rl @pepperg1rl.bsky.social · 02/04/2026
This is outrageous. No mention of harm to the livestock. “Ministers are rewriting planning rules to make it easier to build intensive livestock farms despite concerns about water pollution, air quality and local opposition.” www.theguardian.com/environment/...
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UK looks to relax planning rules for factory farms after industry lobbying
Exclusive: documents chronicle years-long campaign to make it easier to build intensive livestock units
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Pepperg1rl @pepperg1rl.bsky.social · 19/03/2026
Palantir is taking over NHS data by stealth. Not enough people know what’s happening. Sign the petition to take back control of our health services you.38degrees.org.uk/petitions/st...
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Stop Palantir taking over our public services!
Our public services aren’t for a secretive profit-hungry US tech firm. Sign the petition to tell the Government to scrap all contracts with secretive US tech firm Palantir.
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Pepperg1rl @pepperg1rl.bsky.social · 10/03/2026
I've just signed a petition calling on the UK government to give British businesses a better deal with Europe. Add your name: www.europeanmovement.co.uk/single-marke...
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British businesses need a better deal with Europe
Sign our petition to Prime Minister Keir Starmer and demand a better deal for British businesses trading with Europe
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Pepperg1rl @pepperg1rl.bsky.social · 06/03/2026
The absolute disconnect of the man is beyond belief. Pretty please can we use your drones for us to win our war. You gotta give up part of your country if you want to win your war f24.my/Bma0
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Trump says Zelensky ‘has to get on the ball’ to reach Russia deal
US President Donald Trump on Thursday said Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky was the main obstacle to reaching a deal with Russia, describing President Vladimir Putin as cooperative. Trump said…
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Pepperg1rl @pepperg1rl.bsky.social · 05/03/2026
Of course! This has always been an obvious move. Let’s face it, the overriding reason that people migrate to the UK is to make a life for themselves. Let’s see what happens www.theguardian.com/politics/202...
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Asylum seekers waiting over a year for claim in UK may be allowed to work under new measures
Shabana Mahmood hopes to reduce number of claimants in hotels by enabling them to support themselves
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Pepperg1rl @pepperg1rl.bsky.social · 03/03/2026
Did you watch Dirty Business? I can't believe how much water companies have gotten away with. They're putting profit before public health - it’s a scandal and the Government MUST take action! Sick of sewage? Add your name to the petition today: you.38degrees.org.uk/petitions/pr...
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End the sewage pollution scandal
We're sick of it. Sick of the lies, sick of the greed, and sick of a system rigged against us. This is a scandal and this dirty business must end. For more than 30 years water companies have put corpo...
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Pepperg1rl @pepperg1rl.bsky.social · 22/02/2026
38d.gs/w9ae The BBC needs a reset
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Sack Sir Robbie Gibb from the BBC board
Robbie Gibb said if he doesn't get his way, he'll blow the BBC up. It's ridiculous that a man like that has a spot on the BBC's board. Our public broadcaster MUST be independent. Agree? Sign to get Gi...
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Pepperg1rl @pepperg1rl.bsky.social · 21/02/2026
I should say - which women (except for the power crazed drama queens who just want the leg up) would go anywhere near him???? www.theguardian.com/politics/202...
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Does Nigel Farage have a problem with women?
Critics say Reform leader’s patronising rhetoric is part of worrying trend. He says scrutiny is a two way street.
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Pepperg1rl @pepperg1rl.bsky.social · 19/02/2026
Our public services aren’t for a secretive profit-hungry US tech firm. Sign the petition to tell the Government to scrap all contracts with secretive US tech firm Palantir. you.38degrees.org.uk/petitions/st...
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Stop Palantir taking over our public services!
Our public services aren’t for a secretive profit-hungry US tech firm. Sign the petition to tell the Government to scrap all contracts with secretive US tech firm Palantir.
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Pepperg1rl @pepperg1rl.bsky.social · 19/02/2026
Could not be happier about the top two stories in @theguardian.com atm - Andrew MW arrested/KC in full support and Antonia Romeo appointed as SKS new Chief of Staff. Are worms beginning to turn??
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Pepperg1rl @pepperg1rl.bsky.social · 09/02/2026
I've signed the petition calling for UK-EU environmental cooperation to protect our health, clean up our environment and reduce energy bills. Add your name: www.europeanmovement.co.uk/uk-eu-enviro...
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Tell The Government: Strengthen UK-EU Environmental Cooperation
Climate change and environmental problems don't respect borders. The UK and EU must work together to protect our shared environment, tackle the climate crisis, and preserve biodiversity for future gen...
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Pepperg1rl @pepperg1rl.bsky.social · 29/01/2026
Exactly this ⬇️ Why doesn’t the government shout about its successes? Instead, it sits by while the MSM and right wing politicians lie through their teeth and drag whole swathes of unthinking voters with them www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
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Labour’s new welfare changes are practical and compassionate – so why not loudly say so? | Polly Toynbee
Universal credit to rise faster than inflation, benefit hurdles eased, extra help for children and young people … I bet you had no idea, says Guardian columnist Polly Toynbee
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Mary Creagh MP @marycreagh.bsky.social · 29/01/2026
The Labour Government invests £400 million in community and grassroots sports! - New and refurbished all-weather sport pitches - Floodlighting to extend opening hours and increase community access - Upgraded changing facilities Visit footballfoundation.org.uk for more info!
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Bruce Springsteen @brucespringsteen.net · 28/01/2026
I wrote this song on Saturday, recorded it yesterday and released it to you today in response to the state terror being visited on the city of Minneapolis. It’s dedicated to the people of Minneapolis, our innocent immigrant neighbors and in memory of Alex Pretti and Renee Good. Stay free
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Bruce Springsteen - Streets Of Minneapolis (Official Audio)
YouTube video by Bruce Springsteen
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Chris Rivers @chrisrivers50.bsky.social · 22/01/2026
“The analytical frame Burnham has developed - “Manchesterism” - deserves attention. His argument is that First Past the Post, combined with the Treasury’s crushing grip on economic policy, creates a centralised system that serves neither MPs nor places” uglypolitix.substack.com/p/the-burnha...
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The 'Burnham' News
And the bit nobody else is discussing
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European Movement UK @europeanmovement.co.uk · 18/01/2026
We shouldn't look across the Atlantic for our security when we have a reliable partner on our doorstep: Europe.
Trump's tariff threat on Greenland is a golden opportunity for Starmer - it is time to rejoin the EU. The Independent, 18 January.
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Whaley Queen of the Woke @simonwhale.bsky.social · 18/01/2026
Good to finally see much needed investment in an archaic system Well done #Labour but should really be cross party support with long term vision Absolutely disgraceful that #Reform have said they’d scrap it.Luckily we won’t have to worry about them ever being in a position to affect this decision
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Kerry @kerry10.bsky.social · 18/01/2026
Good morning Bluesky. Hope everyone is well🙏 Just wanted to share a little video from @mikegalsworthy.bsky.social Have a little listen, we can only hope this will happen. Oh & if you're not following him already on this platform or others, please do! He is fantastic.
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Pepperg1rl @pepperg1rl.bsky.social · 18/01/2026
The Government is planning to send King Charles to the US to celebrate with Trump. Giving him a royal visit right now sends a terrible message that his behaviour is acceptable. We can stop this if enough of us speak up. Will you add your name to the petition? you.38degrees.org.uk/petitions/ca...
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Call off the King’s visit to the US for the 250th anniversary of America's independence
With the current political chaos in the US and Trump’s failure to adhere to international norms, and given his apparent obsession with the Monarchy, calling off this visit would send a powerful messag...
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Mr RobertBob @mrrobertbob.bsky.social · 17/01/2026
Dump Trump's America and Rejoin the EU.
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Cllr Emily Kerr 💚 @emilykerr36.bsky.social · 15/01/2026
You know what? This post just reminded me to donate to @wikipedia.org. It truly IS the last unenshittified major website - and that's definitely worth something.
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Codfather #FBPE 🇫🇷🇪🇺 @codfather.bsky.social · 14/01/2026
Why is the UK so thick as to not reverse this Brexit nonsense - it doesn't make any sense.
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Left Foot Forward @left-foot-forward.bsky.social · 12/01/2026
Is it time for public ownership of water?
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Majority of Thames Water customers want utility to be nationalised, new polling shows
Customers believe that Ofwat should reject the creditors’ deal and put Thames Water into special administration
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Pepperg1rl @pepperg1rl.bsky.social · 09/01/2026
What was your #childhoodcinema: The Odeon Redhill Closed in late 70s and was a nightclub for years. Now flats
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Pepperg1rl @pepperg1rl.bsky.social · 07/01/2026
Stop the "Catapult Killer Influencers": Across the UK, children and teenagers are buying military-grade catapults hunting for "content". But now there’s something we can all do to end this sickening social media trend. Add your name: you.38degrees.org.uk/petitions/en...
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Stop the "Catapult Killer Influencers"
Across the UK, children and teenagers are buying military-grade catapults hunting for "content". But now there’s something we can all do to end this sickening social media trend. Add your name:
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Pepperg1rl @pepperg1rl.bsky.social · 07/01/2026
Desperate. What an absolute bellend www.theguardian.com/politics/202...
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Nigel Farage dismisses racist and antisemitic school bullying claims as ‘made-up fantasies’
Reform UK leader says accusations about his behaviour at Dulwich college were politically motivated
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Pepperg1rl @pepperg1rl.bsky.social · 07/01/2026
And hopefully they will come here. The beginning of a flood of government accounts I wonder www.theguardian.com/technology/2...
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Commons women and equalities committee to stop using X amid AI-altered images row
Exclusive: Move follows outcry over use of Grok to digitally remove clothing from images of women and children
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BladeoftheSun @bladeofthes.bsky.social · 07/01/2026
Why Donald Trump wants Greenland. To loot the crap out of it.
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European Movement UK @europeanmovement.co.uk · 06/01/2026
Join European Movement UK today to help us demand action from the government ⬇️
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Join the European Movement in 2026
Together, we can push for bolder action from the government, make sure the voices of people affected by Brexit are heard, and start reclaiming rights and freedoms we lost when we left the EU.
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European Movement UK @europeanmovement.co.uk · 06/01/2026
58% of those who would cast their ballot in a second referendum said they would support the UK rejoining the EU. With public support for repairing our relationship with Europe so clear, now is the moment to campaign for change.
Majority of Brits say they want to reverse Brexit and rejoin EU. The Mirror, 5th January
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European Movement UK @europeanmovement.co.uk · 06/01/2026
Keir Starmer is talking about closer alignment with Europe, so here are three simple resolutions for 2026, keep the promises on EU relations, take real steps towards the Single Market and Customs Union, and listen to the public that wants closer ties.
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Mike Galsworthy @mikegalsworthy.bsky.social · 22/12/2025
Please make sure you’re a backer of this community. It’s revolutionising how media works - structurally… putting the news mix and content generation into everyone’s hands. ✊
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Pepperg1rl @pepperg1rl.bsky.social · 20/12/2025
38d.gs/9ixt I can’t believe that this is allowed to happen. Ofwat/EA/DEFRA/Government grow a spine for gods sake
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Sign the petition: Water companies should pay to clean up the pollution they cause
Millions of toxic plastic beads from Southern Water have washed up on Camber Sands beach, threatening dolphins, seals, seabirds, and our beaches. Sign the petition to make sure water companies pay for...
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@bobhudson.bsky.social @bobhudson.bsky.social · 20/12/2025
The EU Referendum was a maelstrom of misinformation. Why is it excluded from the review of foreign interference in our elections? As ever @bylinetimes.bsky.social asks the right questions… bylinetimes.com/2025/12/19/r...
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Why Is the Government Really Refusing to Investigate Russian Interference in Brexit?
Keir Starmer's decision to exclude Russian interference in the 2016 EU referendum from his inquiry into foreign interference in our elections should ring alarm bells, argues Sergei Cristo
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Pepperg1rl @pepperg1rl.bsky.social · 19/12/2025
How a proper UK/EU reset might look, à la Switzerland, is described in this great piece by @matthewharries.bsky.social ukandeu.ac.uk/thinking-swi...
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Thinking Swiss on the EU-UK reset - UK in a changing Europe
Matthew Harries reflects on the different models the UK could pursue in shaping its relationship with the European Union.
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Pepperg1rl @pepperg1rl.bsky.social · 19/12/2025
Let’s hope Erasmus is just the start. Further talks on defence and a customs union are on the agenda, ideas even mentioned in the right wing MSM as Brexit becomes a dirty word even with its cheerleaders www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
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Finally, Labour is finding its nerve and getting Britain’s bad Brexit deal undone | Polly Toynbee
Rejoining Erasmus should just be a first step – as the economic evidence piles up, the need for closer ties with Europe could not be clearer, says Guardian columnist Polly Toynbee
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BladeoftheSun @bladeofthes.bsky.social · 18/12/2025
Kemi Badenoch is vile and will do anything to push her racism. 87% of Sexual Violence is carried out by White people in the UK. She pretends it is 0%.
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Mr RobertBob @mrrobertbob.bsky.social · 09/12/2025
As a Head Teacher I often heard people say, you can’t do this or that because….blah blah. I hear the same from politicians. Doing the right thing is not necessarily convenient or easy. But that is no excuse for not doing it. Brexit is just wrong The country is hurting. Put it right.
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mimij9.bsky.social @mimij9.bsky.social · 17/12/2025
I’m as happy & relieved as the next pro European & British patriot to rejoin the Erasmus scheme, this will help our disadvantaged young people. However, this has cost us £200m. A scheme we were already in, a scheme we could’ve stayed in? Boris Johnson’s destruction. He should be in prison.
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