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Getting older and grumpier. Fed up by the ongoing decline of my world. I'll find it difficult to avoid politics. I do love animals/birds/nature, culture and travel and so that's where I'll probably post most. #hedgehogs. Photos mostly taken on my phone!

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Ross @rossmc10.bsky.social · 10h
I'd possibly have to give up the pints of IPA for a while before a visit!
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Ross @rossmc10.bsky.social · 10h
For a parody account, these posts always seem spot on to me!
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Ross @rossmc10.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
There is no 'potential' for conflict of interest; there absolutely is demonstrable conflict of interest. BBC News - Controversial dual role of Scotland's top law officers to be reviewed www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
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Controversial dual role of Scotland's top law officers to be reviewed
A former judge will examine the responsibilities of the lord advocate and solicitor general, who are Scotland's chief prosecutors as well as Scottish government legal advisers.
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Ross @rossmc10.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
A few more photos of the beautiful #EastLothian coast. Lovely for a dog walk. Or a horse ride!
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Ross @rossmc10.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
#EastLothian are stunning. Unfortunately not everyone who visits is civic minded. Id say ~1kg of broken glass collected today. #pawsonplastic
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Ross @rossmc10.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
Entire city centre is an awful mess. Outside of strikes, don't think I've seen worse. Let's not blame tourists either...in fact we were told that the tourist tax would help deal with our streets. Today, it's shameful. @#cityofedinburghcouncil
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Ross @rossmc10.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
A beautiful day for a walk in #EastLothian with such beautiful beaches #beaches #Scotland
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Ross @rossmc10.bsky.social · 27/09/2026
#superseabirdsunday
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Ross @rossmc10.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
It would have been impossible to have a more scottish country walk than this! #speyside Why isn't Aberlour - Dufftown - Craigellachie not known as the #GoldenTriangle ?
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Ross @rossmc10.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
Well, don't flash the lights then! Sorted! #SimpleSolutions
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Ross @rossmc10.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
It is difficult to be anything other than ridiculing about this. In any way and every way it is ridiculous. The 'resistance '. Well, if democracy means anything then lets have a few deep breaths and think about this. Source: The National Scot share.google/H4OiMGzmJDLa...
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Activists urge 'unilateral declaration of independence' at Glasgow protest
CAMPAIGNERS who believe Scotland should declare a "unilateral declaration of independence" from the UK gathered in Glasgow on Thursday
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Ross @rossmc10.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
Really important, especially if you want to ensure a particular interest/charity should benefit! Don't forget to update your will too! Peace 10% and get a reduction on IT to 36% too....important. hopefully for you; and any charities you chose to support! Charities depend on your good will!
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Ross @rossmc10.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
Dear @scotrailtrains.bsky.social , am I right that I cant join your wifi without accepting cookies? Surely that is a bit naughty? Particularly for a public sector organisation?
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Ross @rossmc10.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
#hedgehog is using a disguise tonight!
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Ross @rossmc10.bsky.social · 20/09/2026
Still some surprises in the garden! #autumn #urbangarden #Liberton #Edinburgh
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Ross @rossmc10.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
In other words, we've overfished before. Let's do it again! BBC News - Bluefin tuna permits 'could offer amazing fishery' www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
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Bluefin tuna permits could create 'amazing Guernsey fishery'
The States is due to debate whether to allow catch and release of tuna in Guernsey later this year.
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Ross @rossmc10.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
We should be seriously concerned about the quality of some of our MSPs. At their salary (& benefits) we should expect better. BBC News - Minister defends MSP colleague after Transport Scotland blunder www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
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Minister defends MSP colleague after Transport Scotland blunder
Collette Stevenson, who is on the transport committee, asked a meeting whether government body Transport Scotland was a registered charity.
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Ross @rossmc10.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
In some 'unlikely' places you can find food of the highest order. Art on a plate, tasty and hyper-local! This was a superb find in the south West corner of Isle of Mull. Superb restaurant, only open occasionally, called Ninth Wave. #NinthWave #IsleOfMull #ArtOnAPlate #Food
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Ross @rossmc10.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
Come on @edinburghcouncil.bsky.social. you can do better than this. Our streets are being laughed at by visitors. Are we the only city on the planet not to work out how to keep our streets weed free?
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Ross @rossmc10.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
Yay!! There are so many scummy people that i hope face fines and proper enforcement action. But we shall see. Source: Edinburgh Live share.google/IZKKmJyUeaGp...
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Edinburgh City Bypass to get new AI cameras to combat roadside littering
'The amount of litter discarded on these major routes is an eyesore and an embarrassment.'
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Ross @rossmc10.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
Sea Buckthorn in plentiful supply on East Lothian coast. Beautiful and tasty!
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Ross @rossmc10.bsky.social · 11/09/2026
Presumably a joke? Remind me his rationale for minimum unit pricing for alcohol? Source: The Herald share.google/q7LZfE67utnd...
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John Swinney backs calls for cut in whisky duty in upcoming Budget
John Swinney has backed calls for a cut in whisky duty in the UK Government’s upcoming Budget.
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Ross @rossmc10.bsky.social · 11/09/2026
JFDI Iceland to propose whaling ban, leaving Norway and Japan isolated share.google/l5wmpU0M61ds...
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Iceland to propose whaling ban, leaving Norway and Japan isolated
Fin whales, the primary target of Iceland’s whaling industry, are classified ⁠by the International Union for Conservation of Nature as vulnerable.
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Ross @rossmc10.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
We've used a few ferries this last week. Thanks to #CalMac for their services- on time; no breakdowns 🤭. Made me think about the huge subsidies paid by #ScotGov and then wondering why we feel the need to subsidise so.many foreign tourists? Im not sure the balance is right! #subsidies
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Ross @rossmc10.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
Not sure there could be a more 'scottishy' scene that didn't involve tartan and shortbread! Simply beautiful. #scotland #highlandcattle #IsleOfMull
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Ross @rossmc10.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
My first ever visit to #Staffa and #FingalsCave. It is truly remarkable and an absolute natural highlight for me, not just in Scotland but worldwide. The #geology is astounding. #nature #Scotland After a couple of very bad days of weather, this was a joy.
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Ross @rossmc10.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
Might just have a paddle. Greylag geese dodging the storms on #IsleOfMull #birds #phonephoto
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Ross @rossmc10.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
This is just so beautiful on a horrible windy, wet day. I think 🤔 that this is a fine example of Atlantic temperate rainforest / Celtic rainforest? The colours, shapes and shade are dramatic and artistic. Never mind full of wildlife. #CelticRainforest #TemperateRainforest #nature #trees #lichen
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Ross @rossmc10.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
Let me.make myself unpopular. I want the Scottish Government to introduce a new tax!! Tax large mobile homes using Scottish roads - particularly single track roads. They are dangerous and totally unsuitable (the 6-wheelers and bigger). Largely the owners bring little economic benefit.
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Ross @rossmc10.bsky.social · 07/09/2026
I might actually prefer this photo. Everything 'gray'... The weather aspect speaks for itself. Welcome to Sept in #Scotland
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Ross @rossmc10.bsky.social · 07/09/2026
Geological, I can guess what's gone on here over millions of years. It is worth a minute or two thinking about the forces and power of nature. #geology #IsleOfMull #Scotland #nature
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Ross @rossmc10.bsky.social · 07/09/2026
Duart Castle is such a perfect schoolboy idea of what a Castle should be. Fabulous restoration story. Highly recommend visiting! Brilliant tea room too! #IsleOfMull #castles #Scotland
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Ross @rossmc10.bsky.social · 07/09/2026
A handsome chap out on a walk. Minding his own business until we annoyed him. Always good meeting locals, though this guy didn't chat much. #ram #scotland #IsleOfMull
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Ross @rossmc10.bsky.social · 07/09/2026
Greylag geese none to happy with me sharing the beach. #phonephoto #birds #IsleOfMull Stormy weather!
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Ross @rossmc10.bsky.social · 07/09/2026
Its is amazing how life clings to rocky outcrops along the shore. #nature #wildflowers #phonephoto #Scotland #IsleOfMull
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Ross @rossmc10.bsky.social · 06/09/2026
The fishing community will often say that they are the guardians of our seas. And even sometimes remind visitors of maritime laws preventing 'littering'. Sadly they don't always believe the rules apply to them. Scotland's coast is littered like this!
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Ross @rossmc10.bsky.social · 06/09/2026
Scottish place name pronunciation is a nightmare. Even for scottish people! Even with my advancing years i wouldn't have guess how to pronounce Finafurt 😅 #Scotland
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Ross @rossmc10.bsky.social · 05/09/2026
I met a new friend today. Google tells me this is an Aubrac. Can't believe I'm saying this, but what a gorgeous face. Also very friendly...loved a forehead scratch! #Abrac #cattle #farm #Iona
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Ross @rossmc10.bsky.social · 05/09/2026
It could almost encourage me to play #golf! #Iona #Scotland
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Ross @rossmc10.bsky.social · 05/09/2026
The 'tiny' theme today continued with miniscule but beautiful wild flowers. So tiny it was easy to simply miss them beneath my steps. Always worth paying attention to detail! These were measured in millimeters! #nature #wildflowers #Scotland #Iona
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Ross @rossmc10.bsky.social · 05/09/2026
Our liberal, free speech laws facilitate these people. If they ever achieved power they would not permit you the same privilege. I have no ue what the answer is.
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Ross @rossmc10.bsky.social · 05/09/2026
A tiny toadlet on a walk today. Fab things come in small packages. So easy to miss, this chap was <1cm! #nature #Scotland #Iona
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Ross @rossmc10.bsky.social · 04/09/2026
Nothing worrying at all about a politician threatening to overhaul all the political balances in the system designed to ensure we don't suffer totalitarian despotism of a dictator... BBC News - Farage threatens to overhaul Lords and judges to meet his pledges www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
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Nigel Farage threatens to overhaul Lords and judiciary in Reform conference speech
The Reform UK leader promises to deliver on key priorities in the first 100 days of government, if the party wins power.
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Ross @rossmc10.bsky.social · 04/09/2026
So sad and concerning. Thisis the single best wildlife interaction in Scotland. Even with reduced numbers!! BBC News - Isle of May puffin numbers plummet after extreme weather www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
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Isle of May puffin numbers plummet after extreme weather
Researchers said numbers in one of the UK's most significant colonies of the seabirds may have fallen by 30%.
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Ross @rossmc10.bsky.social · 04/09/2026
Good! It's not to say they are all good, but we need to be sensible to make sure we are not left behind in the new industrial revolution. Scotland may actually have the environment to host these things better than others. share.google/RIrv7Ao9RaS4...
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John Swinney declines opportunity to commit to AI data centre pause in Scotland
JOHN Swinney refused to commit to a moratorium on AI data centres after pressure from the Scottish Greens.
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Ross @rossmc10.bsky.social · 04/09/2026
Dear lord. Driving on single track roads in Scotland, if you dont have the courtesy to acknowledge me pulling in to a passing place, you are ignorant, arrogant ar@eholes. You know who you are.
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Ross @rossmc10.bsky.social · 03/09/2026
Disturbingly...3rd sept and our local garden centre is setting up Christmas displays! This does not put me in the Christmas spirit! #Christmas
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Ross @rossmc10.bsky.social · 03/09/2026
No #hedgehog in residence for 3 nights now! So I've taken the opportunity to do a spring clean and provide new, clean bedding (which the local hedgehogs will augment!). Just need autumn to come and I'll pile up some leaves to!
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Ross @rossmc10.bsky.social · 26/08/2026
Gosh, well done #HMFC
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Ross @rossmc10.bsky.social · 26/08/2026
A very small, baby, #Edinburgh snail!
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