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Simon Harries @simonharries.bsky.social · 8h

Allegedly. Do we have independent witnesses? Or might it have been a stitch up?

Simon Harries @simonharries.bsky.social · 12h

My message was for fellow Brits. How is it possible that you can be offered an extension of your effective citizenship from 1 to 28 and yet see that as a threat because it involves extending other people's citizenship fro 27 to 28? Still can't get my head around it.

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Simon Harries @simonharries.bsky.social · 13h

As a Brit I completely oppose any suggestion that FoM should be watered down in any way. If you are 1 country among another 27, it is obvious that FoM adds more value to you than to the others. It is the single best achievement of the EU and the one that I long to have back more than anything else.

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Simon Harries @simonharries.bsky.social · 13h

I guess one has to ask about apartheid South Africa. Those of us alive during apartheid wanted to see that unjust state disappear. I suggest you engage with the issue: don't shrug it off. People have suggested replacement before- see also East Germany and the Soviet Union. Btw I opposed the motion.

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Simon Harries @simonharries.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

@pecksniffsdiary.bsky.social the offer below is seriously meant. I'd be delighted to meet you if you have time?

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Simon Harries @simonharries.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

Mr Pecksniff, if you are ever in Ely I will buy you a cream tea- and a good one at that. Those who know Ely will also know where such a tea is to be had.

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Simon Harries @simonharries.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

Not looking for a pile on here but can you explain why you and others take this as read? The comments you are reposting (I have seen I think 2 others) seem fairly anodyne. Can you put me right?

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Simon Harries @simonharries.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

- Are advocating a policy that is almost indistinguishable from the programme used by the NSDAP in 1932 and 33. Almost exactly the same. We have not seen this level of extreme racism and support for an utterly authoritarian government for decades- perhaps forever. Time to unite against these people.

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Simon Harries @simonharries.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

Read the post from Lowe. "We need to deport millions and send those responsible to jail". Read it, believe he means it, believe that all too many of our citizens are nodding and saying yes yes mate, you tell them! Then wake up and understand what is happening here. They are not just extreme: they-

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Simon Harries @simonharries.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

This was a vote organised and strongly supported by the Soviet Union and was highly controversial at the time.

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Simon Harries @simonharries.bsky.social · 04/10/2026

This is a magnificent article. Wonderful to see a generation of women scientists (also shout out to Hannah Fry) finding new ways to communicate most extraordinary and complex ideas to maintain a sense of glorious wonder while sending your brain into overdrive. Great work by @neilmackay.bsky.social.

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Simon Harries @simonharries.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

Are not marching on Paris (their own capital)... Loved the films but there were a few whispers of oh dear, problematic, so very problematic when the Empire was being used in this way. But by heaven! A French language blockbuster? Glorious.

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Simon Harries @simonharries.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

Also very emotional. My wife thought it was Eluard but wasn't sure it was good enough... Fabulous films, wonderful to see a few Brits actually for real speaking french, surtout Simon Russel Beale. Only issues? This is France (Algiers), the racist Americans are the only reason why 4000 Senagalese-

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Simon Harries @simonharries.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

I also think of Neil Oliver. What happened to these two men? How did they go from likeable to crazy? I cannot fathom the kind of process involved here.

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Simon Harries @simonharries.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

It is really depressing but I have to say this is also my experience. I have not used the other place for months now and can't decide if that has been good for my mental health or not (and if so, is that due to non exposure to trolls or simply because I am talking to myself on here)?

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Simon Harries @simonharries.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

Done to the environment in the name of the... er, the environment is inexcusable. I remain convinced there is a better alternative and will keep on opposing this whole concept.

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Simon Harries @simonharries.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

Interesting talk with a leading county councillor this week- first time for a long time. Summary: goodwill but this stuff is touch you know and hard decisions have to be taken etc etc. Sure, I know that, so do we all, but that means the quality of decision-making is critically important. The damage-

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Simon Harries @simonharries.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

It doesn't cause offence. Conversely, Brits want what's best for them and, as we can see, individual European interest groups also want what they consider to be in their own interests. That's why we negotiate, isn't it? To see if your interests and ours can coincide? Which I am sure they do.

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Simon Harries @simonharries.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Seconded. But it won't be easy... Lots of trust needed and last time i looked, that was in short supply.

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Simon Harries @simonharries.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

How does this affect us all? Trivial example. I am proud of my collection of coloured sweat shirts. I wear them in a strict order. A day came when it was time for the orange shirt. My wife quietly told me today was July 12th. Just that. I put the shirt away. We all know, it's part of all our lives.

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Simon Harries @simonharries.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

For the second time I have to say a post of yours is a work of art.

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Simon Harries @simonharries.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

So many good posts today! Is it just me or is everyone somewhat on fire today?

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Simon Harries @simonharries.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Here in the remote fens there is a pro Palestine demo each saturday in the market and one regular attendee is an elderly French lady from Bourgogne. She used to know Melenchon quite well (selon elle) and promises all who will listen that he has changed. I am sceptical, which slightly upsets her.

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Simon Harries @simonharries.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

We're getting some good comments today- keep it up team!

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Simon Harries @simonharries.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

It distresses me that the Shamima Begum story has been lost to view. At the time I was completely horrified that a Home Secretary could strip British citizenship from anyone in this way. It is the hard cases that test you. She was/is our fellow citizen and our concern.

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Simon Harries @simonharries.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Can we all agree never to use noms de guerre or pseudonyms again? His name- given in the story- is Daniel Thomas.

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Simon Harries @simonharries.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Universities are so desperate for money they will sell themselves to billionaires in hope of a hand out. It won't work. Billionaires think they deserve everything they have and your fawning support is a just reward for being awesome, with no reciprocity implied. As with narcissists- see also Trump.

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Simon Harries @simonharries.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

It is very hard to explain how deeply shocking and depressing this is. The worst point of all is not even the existence of racist fanatics but the total lack of response by politicians. Why and how is this the case?

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Lewis Baston @lewisbaston.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Arrest this thug and proscribe his organisation. It’s a dangerous criminal conspiracy.

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Simon Harries @simonharries.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

The question is: why? What is stopping the authorities from arresting and prosecuting him? Anyone? Any politician? @libdems.org.uk how about you? @labouruk.bsky.social what is your reason? Anyone like to guess? How is this possible?

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Simon Harries @simonharries.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

In answer to your last question: no. Also you exaggerate. Unification will almost certainly happen but for positive reasons, not to flee a dysfunctional sh*tshow of a country. That rarely leads to happy ever after. Let's calm down and be positive- you will get to where you want faster that way.

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Guy Shrubsole @guyshrubsole.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

“The rise of anti-migration neofascism is more threatening than anything I’ve seen in my lifetime.” Good piece by @pollytoynbee.bsky.social challenging Burnham to confront the rise of the far right in his conference speech next week. Features @hopenothate.org.uk www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...

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There is a racism and cohesion crisis in Britain, and someone needs to lead us out of it. His name is Andy Burnham | Polly Toynbee

I want him to start the fightback next week against extremists who peddle hate and those who despise this country. That would be true patriotism, says Guardian columnist Polly Toynbee

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Simon Harries @simonharries.bsky.social · 19/09/2026

Good article. I am amazed that the Lib Dems are not absolutely all over this.

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Simon Harries @simonharries.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

Excellent thought. Let's start there and see where it takes us- let's just for heaven's sake talk about it!

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Simon Harries @simonharries.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

Can only add to the general admiration. Extraordinarily succinct, sober and clear analysis. Cannot fault any of it.

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Simon Harries @simonharries.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

Aaargh noooo!! What an insanely stupid idea! Why won't they do the right thing? This is Labour- have they been through so much aversion therapy that acting like Labour is now impossible for them?

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Ross Greer (he/him) @ross-greer.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

Hundreds of people have been arrested and accused of terrorism offences for holding signs saying they support Palestine Action. But apparently this organised campaign to literally terrorise lifeboat crews and endanger lives isn't terrorism?

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Simon Harries @simonharries.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

By God I love a good bad review- and this is excellent! Lip smackingly enjoyable.

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Simon Harries @simonharries.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

I'm sorry to say this seems about right. It's the saddest problem of all for me. FoM always seemed the most wonderful gift of EU membership. To have it denigrated and seen as a threat seems so mad to me I can hardly understand it. Until we get over that mental block nothing will change.

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Simon Harries @simonharries.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

Oh my God! The de Gaulle film? Fabulous. Sat absolutely transfixed. Loved every minute, Reminds me of how we used to see 2 or 3 foreign language films every week! As for Simon Russel Beale? Why is he not Sir Simon by now?! French speaker, musician, intellectual? Knight the man!

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Simon Harries @simonharries.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

I try to understand but don't. We need to be in the single market and customs union. So let's apply to join. What is the reason why not? Like the minister saying she had heard the people of Piddington "Roar", or that blackshirted masked paramilitary vigilantes have legitimate concerns. Appeasement.

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Simon Harries @simonharries.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

I am not suggesting you can leave and yet enjoy the benefits of membership. I am pointing out that the EU is ready to develop a customised relationship with a 3rd country (or maybe several). Is there some problem about this? Why do you default to suggesting something I am not saying or proposing?

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Simon Harries @simonharries.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

To avoid misunderstanding, I think this is an all round excellent idea. It does suggest, however, that the EU may not be quite so inflexible as one might imagine.

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Will Jennings📉🗳️ @drjennings.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

This is an absolute disgrace. There is no excuse for anyone not calling this out for the thuggish extremism it is.

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Kat 💥 @katstark.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

I'm pretty sure if non-white blokes did this, they'd all be locked up and all their extended family would be under surveillance

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Simon Harries @simonharries.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

I'm not disputing this. My question is what exactly does associate membership mean? What does it offer? How does this stack up with the In or Out argument?

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Simon Harries @simonharries.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

I'm not talking about the exact same benefits. What is this association offered to Canada? It suggests a level of flexibility you and others have been telling us simply does not exist.

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Simon Harries @simonharries.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

So Cakeism rules? As long as it's with a Canadian accent?

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Simon Harries @simonharries.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

So does this mean that all the Brits suggesting there could be a special arrangement with the UK were right all along? If there is such an arrangement for Canada it's also good for us, right?

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Simon Harries @simonharries.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

It's even on Linked In, where the discourse is hysterical to put it very politely. The agenda could not be more clear: step out of line and we will come for you and everyone you know. This is about as obvious an indication of the pathology inside Israeli society as you could wish for.

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