Scott & Rod @scottrod.bsky.social · 03/10/2026theguardian.com600 rape threats in one night: the daily reality of abuse faced by MPsAs Ann Widdecombe’s death raises concerns over security, politicians reveal extent of problem 030
Scott & Rod @scottrod.bsky.social · 04/09/2026Sorry, that's Jukes with a J for Jackass, not D for Dumbass. 001
Scott & Rod @scottrod.bsky.social · 04/09/2026Wait a minute. Is that Dan Dukes, you know the Dan Dukes who has just stepped down, standing backstage with Farage? 2237
Scott & Rod @scottrod.bsky.social · 03/08/2026Imagine having a chance to cock a snook at the establishment and instead choosing to doff your cap to the gentry. 0212
Scott & Rod @scottrod.bsky.social · 31/07/2026Yes, if solar panels are on buildings then the electricity is being produced close to where it is being consumed relieving pressure on the grid. .neweconomics.orgNationwide solar panel scheme could lower electricity bills for 8m households with no upfront costCooperation between government and Bank of England could save households £250 a year 010
Scott & Rod @scottrod.bsky.social · 16/07/2026There doesn't even seem to be a consideration for qualifications and experience, favouring market opinion over Ed Milliband or Miatta Fahnbulleh with a Phd in Economic Development, six years as Chief Executive of the New Economics Foundation and a sackful of great ideas. 010
Scott & Rod @scottrod.bsky.social · 10/07/2026BBC DG Matt Britton has "seen no evidence of bias"? That's funny, we have. 2171
Scott & Rod @scottrod.bsky.social · 10/06/2026They are not protesters. They have nothing to protest about. They are rioters. Call it what it is. Riots. Disturbances. Not protests. 020
Scott & Rod @scottrod.bsky.social · 29/05/2026Sign o' the times.m.youtube.comPrince - Sign O' The Times (Official Music Video)YouTube video by Prince 021
Scott & Rod @scottrod.bsky.social · 26/05/2026As Burnham has said that PR can only be brought in after a GE he's living in the political bubble that can't grasp that Labour will be wiped out without electoral reform. Even if it were only for the reason of making Labour face reality, the Greens should stand. 000
Scott & Rod @scottrod.bsky.social · 22/05/2026A whole generation of adults have not yet had the right to vote on their future. 010
Scott & Rod @scottrod.bsky.social · 21/05/2026The fact Labour supporters switch so readily to Reform or Restore Britain shows where Labour really stands. If you're in Makerfield then voting Green is a matter of conscience.bsky.app 1110
Scott & Rod @scottrod.bsky.social · 20/05/2026Cheers. Feels like a waste of time but the more people that complain the better.bbc.co.ukMake A Complaint | Contact the BBC 020
Scott & Rod @scottrod.bsky.social · 20/05/2026Complained about the last Debate Night and the reply suggests that Labour and Reform are going to have representation on every edition with the fourth guest alternating Green, Tory, Lib Dem. And so far, 2 of the fifth guests have been pro-union. 220
Scott & Rod @scottrod.bsky.social · 18/05/2026Interesting analysis. It seemed strange that this was the seat vacated for him, my thoughts being that it was a "poisoned chalice" that he would probably lose. Either way... 2100
Scott & Rod @scottrod.bsky.social · 17/05/2026You're misinterpreting what I'm saying. I think the Greens should stand. But Burnham would have taken a share of Green votes had he made a commitment to PR before 2029. 110
Scott & Rod @scottrod.bsky.social · 17/05/2026Greens can win a few thousand votes that could have gone to Burnham . 310
Scott & Rod @scottrod.bsky.social · 17/05/2026Leaving a commitment to PR till after the 2029 election has just screwed his chances. The Greens have to stand and the split will probably allow Reform to win. Oh when will they ever learn? 110
Scott & Rod @scottrod.bsky.social · 14/05/2026Is it a trap so Burnham fails in his one chance to be elected? 000
Scott & Rod @scottrod.bsky.social · 14/05/2026If Burnham makes a serious commitment to PR then the Greens should not stand a candidate. 100
Scott & Rod @scottrod.bsky.social · 13/05/2026Yet more evidence of how the BBC Scotland directly insults those it is meant to serve. 60 per cent of the panel right-wing and 20 percent pro independence. 042
Scott & Rod @scottrod.bsky.social · 11/05/2026PR anyone? Any future leader is going to be hated. It's the system that needs to change 020
Scott & Rod @scottrod.bsky.social · 11/05/2026It's never been more clear: The First Past the Post voting system is not working. It's time to end this chaos. We've added our names to this letter calling for Proportional Representation. Add yours too.actionnetwork.orgIt's time to change the voting system.The First Past the Post voting system is not working. This has never been clearer than after these local elections. We now have more than five parties attracting significant support under a system d... 020
Scott & Rod @scottrod.bsky.social · 09/05/2026Gordon Brown has been appointed as an advisor on global finance. Starmer's government has completely ignored the need for constitutional reform. 010
Scott & Rod @scottrod.bsky.social · 09/05/2026Reform UK: "The rightful place for women is in the home therefore there is no need for maternity leave". 000
Scott & Rod @scottrod.bsky.social · 08/05/2026And for good reason we did. Here's Joanna Cherry speaking this afternoon. 100
Scott & Rod @scottrod.bsky.social · 08/05/2026The Scottish Greens have just won outright their first constituency seat in the Scottish Parliament and Joanna Cherry thinks the 23 per cent swing to Lorna Slater is because voters have an issue with identity politics? @esqueer.net 010
Scott & Rod @scottrod.bsky.social · 07/05/2026@lornaslater.bsky.social can win the Constituency vote in Edinburgh Central. Latest YouGov MRP poll. #votescottishgreens 000
Scott & Rod @scottrod.bsky.social · 04/05/2026Go for it! 🏴 Edinburgh Central: both votes Green!!heraldscotland.comAngus Robertson apologises over meeting with Israeli diplomatAngus Robertson has issued an apology over his meeting with Israel's deputy ambassador to the UK. 000
Scott & Rod @scottrod.bsky.social · 04/05/2026Edinburgh Central: #bothvotesgreenheraldscotland.comAngus Robertson apologises over meeting with Israeli diplomatAngus Robertson has issued an apology over his meeting with Israel's deputy ambassador to the UK. 000
Scott & Rod @scottrod.bsky.social · 04/05/2026Edinburgh Central: Both votes Green.heraldscotland.comAngus Robertson apologises over meeting with Israeli diplomatAngus Robertson has issued an apology over his meeting with Israel's deputy ambassador to the UK. 010
Scott & Rod @scottrod.bsky.social · 04/05/2026Edinburgh Central: Both votes Green www.heraldscotland.com/news/2452790...heraldscotland.comAngus Robertson apologises over meeting with Israeli diplomatAngus Robertson has issued an apology over his meeting with Israel's deputy ambassador to the UK. 001
Scott & Rod @scottrod.bsky.social · 04/05/2026Edinburgh Central: Both votes Green.heraldscotland.comAngus Robertson apologises over meeting with Israeli diplomatAngus Robertson has issued an apology over his meeting with Israel's deputy ambassador to the UK. 010
Scott & Rod @scottrod.bsky.social · 28/04/2026The man is deluded, "I've employed hundreds of thousands of people..." 3355
Scott & Rod @scottrod.bsky.social · 28/04/2026Did Anas Sarwar really say that 40 per cent of Scotland's electricity came from nuclear sources? #STVdebate 000
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