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Horn maker and sometime academic - in UK and concerned for all humans. Anti fascist. No DMs pls unless I know you.

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Charles Keener @charleskeener.bsky.social · 13/10/2026
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Prem Sikka @premnsikka.bsky.social · 12/10/2026
Deloitte in Cyprus helped in falsifying documents to hide Roman Abramovich's wealth and evade tax, Leaked documents show transactions backdated and tailored. Assets spirited away to BVI. Big four accounting firms advise UK govts, get public contracts, routinely implicated in scandals.
bbc.co.uk
Deloitte helped in falsifying documents to evade tax on Abramovich’s wealth
Backdated paperwork also made the Russian oligarch’s yachts and mansions disappear from accounts, BBC finds.
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South-East London for Europe (Selfe) @selfe.bsky.social · 12/10/2026
So do we! #GetFarageOut
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Prem Sikka @premnsikka.bsky.social · 12/10/2026
UK must not be beholden to foreign AI, says head of Alan Turing Institute. UK infrastructure is owned by foreign investors/states - ports, airports, water, energy, microchips, auto, steel, computers, phones. Can't reduce UK vulnerability without abandoning neoliberalism.
theguardian.com
UK must not be beholden to foreign AI, says head of Alan Turing Institute
George Williamson says ‘national resilience’ is key focus of ATI amid US and China’s runaway leadership in field
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Lady Anytimenow working with Sir Nearlythere @lady-anytimenow.bsky.social · 12/10/2026
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Prem Sikka @premnsikka.bsky.social · 13/10/2026
Towns in England at risk of running out of water until 2027. Over one trillion litres of water a year lost to leaks. No new reservoirs since privatisation. Record customer bills. Polluted rivers. No national planning. No national grid. Crisis deepened by privatisation. archive.ph/0XI5H
inews.co.uk
The UK towns at risk of running out of water until 2027
Extreme dry conditions are set to stay through the winter, experts warn
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Prem Sikka @premnsikka.bsky.social · 11/10/2026
Company behind Scotland’s biggest data centre proposal is owned by the treasurer of the UK Conservative party via British Virgin Islands. It could receive £23m public subsidy. BVI facilitates opacity and tax avoidance. Successive UK govts have defended the use of tax havens by wealthy elites.
theferret.scot
The Tory treasurer, an offshore company and Scotland’s biggest data centre plan
Scotland may be set to host one of the world’s most powerful data centres. The Conservative Party’s money man stands to benefit.
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Prem Sikka @premnsikka.bsky.social · 11/10/2026
Corporate Welfare Tory tax break for banks cost UK public purse £6bn In 2023 Tory govt cut the bank surcharge from 8% to 3%. Current govt hasn't reversed it. Record profits, exec pay, dividends at banks Reversing the surcharge would raise billions.
theguardian.com
Tory tax break for banks has cost UK public purse £6bn, says TUC
Exclusive: Chancellor urged to reverse Jeremy Hunt’s tax surcharge cuts to claw back billions in lost revenue
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Prem Sikka @premnsikka.bsky.social · 08/10/2026
Tory £6bn inheritance tax cut plan Increase threshold from £1m per couple to £2m+home. In 2024-25, 30,400 estates paid IHT, may rise to 52,100 in 2029-30. IHT cut for the richest, paid by cutting benefits for old, sick, disabled, unemployed. How will it help economic growth, reindustrialization?
bbc.co.uk
Kemi Badenoch says Tories would scrap inheritance tax on family homes
Tory leader says her party is "coming back", as she aims to convince voters it has changed after 2024 election defeat.
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Prem Sikka @premnsikka.bsky.social · 07/10/2026
Failures of privatisation. Royal Mail to cut up to 2,500 jobs Foreign-owned RM doesn't meet letter delivery targets even after regulator lowered them. Postage: 1st class, £1.80, 2nd class 91p. When privatized in 2013: 1st class 60p; 2nd class 50p. Poor service at triple price. Customers fleeced.
bbc.co.uk
Royal Mail plans to cut 2,500 head office jobs
The postal service firm wants to cut the head office and other jobs by the end of 2027.
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Prem Sikka @premnsikka.bsky.social · 07/10/2026
UK govt plans £1bn energy bills help for poorer households. How about cutting energy profit margins, 100% windfall tax on excess profits before turning to the public purse. UK energy sector is mostly foreign-owned. Dividends paid without any UK tax deduction. End this perk, raise billions.
theguardian.com
Chancellor plans major intervention to help poorer UK households with rising energy bills
Exclusive: Officials working on further radical changes that would change how much energy companies could charge customers
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Prem Sikka @premnsikka.bsky.social · 08/10/2026
Private equity owners of Boots sell it to another PE group from Canada for £6.74bn. Debt-laden PE has no long-term interest. Everything is a commodity. No UK tax levied on dividends paid to foreign owners, which sweetens cash extraction. PE dominates town centres, when it crashes ...
theguardian.com
Canada’s Weston family buys Boots for $8.9bn
Former Selfridges owners buy UK high street institution from long-term backer Stefano Pessina
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Kaitlin Kal Lee @kaitlinkallee.bsky.social · 05/10/2026
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Alice Roberts @profaliceroberts.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
Reform want to indoctrinate our children. Freedom of (and from) belief is a human right. humanists.uk/2026/09/10/s...
humanists.uk
Reform UK Braverman promises 'consequences' if pupils don't sing hymns
Reform UK has said schools will face ‘consequences’ if they fail to make pupils regularly sing hymns and the national anthem under a Reform government. The party’s education spokesperson, Suella Brave...
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Prem Sikka @premnsikka.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
Warning more homes will be uninsurable due to flood risk. 6.3m homes & businesses in England at risk of flooding. 115,000 new homes will be built in flood zones in the next decade People will struggle to sell/insure property. Problems for years to come. Sue builders and planners.
bbc.co.uk
Aviva boss warns more homes will be uninsurable due to flood risk
Aviva boss Amanda Blanc said England was "for sure" building homes that might be uninsurable at some point in the future.
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Charles Keener @charleskeener.bsky.social · 27/09/2026
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Robert Reich @rbreich.bsky.social · 26/09/2026
The amount of Amazon workers relying on SNAP and Medicaid has nearly tripled since 2020 — while Amazon’s annual profits soared by over 550%. It’s the same story everywhere: corporate profits are at record highs, while workers’ share of the economy is at a record low. We must unrig the system.
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Best for Britain @bestforbritain.org · 26/09/2026
⚠️ "I think it is absurd that when we're talking about individuals being made to feel unsafe where they live" 🚨 "When we're looking at boats being slashed on camera, children chanting into megaphones, "Let them drown." You guys are just saying, "Well, it's about the small boats.""
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Prem Sikka @premnsikka.bsky.social · 26/09/2026
Only 10% of the richest 0.01% of the population paid close to the top 47% (45% income tax marginal rate + 2% NIC) rate on earnings. A quarter of that group paid an effective average tax rate of 20% or less. The tax system appears to be progressive for some but is frequently not so at the very top
bmmagazine.co.uk
Only one in ten top UK earners pay close to top tax rate, says CenTax
CenTax says equalising capital gains tax with income tax could raise £19.7bn by 2030, as HMRC data shows few top earners pay the 47 per cent top rate.
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Best for Britain @bestforbritain.org · 26/09/2026
Josh Babarinde MP: "Our volunteer lifeboat crews. These are people who put their lives on the line for us" 👏 "Anyone who should get in their way is pathetic, unpatriotic, and un-British. We're a country that prides ourselves in bringing people together."
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Zack Polanski @zackpolanski.bsky.social · 26/09/2026
Huge thank you to everyone who told me today they've got a refund for conference or are going to vote online and join us on the streets campaigning. The energy is amazing and we can win this election. But we need your help. Join us in making history: linktr.ee/HSP_6thGreenMP
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Everything you need to get involved! Promoted by Elfrede Brambley-Cranshaw on behalf of Zack Polanski (The Green Party) c/o PO Box 78066, London, SE16 9GQ
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Prem Sikka @premnsikka.bsky.social · 26/09/2026
In 2021, income tax personal allowance was frozen at £12,570. If aligned with inflation, it would now be £16,070. A minimum wage earner in England will pay extra £980 in income tax & NIC in 2026-27. Govt can easily increase personal allowance by £3,000, worth £600 to basic rate taxpayer.
leftfootforward.org
This is how the Chancellor can increase the personal allowance and lift millions out of hardship
Sustained economic growth can’t be achieved without a major boost to the purchasing power of the bottom 50% of the population
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Zack Polanski @zackpolanski.bsky.social · 26/09/2026
We're having the best time in Holborn & St Pancras! The opportunity to win and push the Government on housing costs, tackling the climate crisis and for international justice. And so much more. We can't stop now. This is it. Sign up for the final 12 days below 👇🏽
Huge crowd smiling at the camera Zack greeting a resident on her doorstepZack walking with Faiza and her absolutely cutie of a child!Zack with the Southampton Greens
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Prem Sikka @premnsikka.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
Sustained economic growth can’t be achieved without a major boost to the purchasing power of the bottom 50% of the UK population. The govt can do so immediately by increasing income tax-free personal allowance by £3,000. All it needs to do is to end subsidies to commercial banks.
leftfootforward.org
This is how the Chancellor can increase the personal allowance and lift millions out of hardship
Sustained economic growth can’t be achieved without a major boost to the purchasing power of the bottom 50% of the population
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Oliver @oliver48.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
via Roger Kenny
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Prem Sikka @premnsikka.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
Declassified journalists banned from Labour conference – again. A Trumpian policy started by Keir Starmer. Burnham can't make a fresh start without getting rid of the previous advisers. Democracy means accepting scrutiny, even when it is uncomfortable.
declassifieduk.org
Declassified journalists banned from Labour conference - again
Labour MPs have condemned the ‘Trump-like’ decision, saying party is ‘bang out of order’
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Best for Britain @bestforbritain.org · 25/09/2026
🇪🇺"Until we actually admit to ourselves that leaving the EU massively hit our growth" 📈 "By growth we actually mean our prosperity, you know, our ability to function, our ability to push up our wages, our ability to actually, you know, trade easily with our nearest partners."
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Prem Sikka @premnsikka.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
This chart published by the Economics Laboratory, shows that the UK social spending is 23% of GDP, covers NHS, social security and support services. It is a useful rebutal to neoliberals calling for cuts to the NHS, state pension and other benefits. www.linkedin.com/posts/charto...
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Prem Sikka @premnsikka.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
The Guardian joins the campaign to abolish the state pension triple-lock. Portrays it as a old v young, social security v defence spending issue. Silence on corporate welfare, tax perks of the rich, maldistribution of wealth, low govt spend on state pension, how future retirees will survive.
theguardian.com
Britain needs cash and everyone knows we should break the pensions triple lock. Where is the courage? | Gaby Hinsliff
The issue cannot be avoided any longer. Andy Burnham and his chancellor must face the fear of a pensioner backlash, and find a fair solution, says Guardian columnist Gaby Hinsliff
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Best for Britain @bestforbritain.org · 21/09/2026
The correct answer to hate ♥️
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Grumpy-ish Brian🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🇪🇺🇮🇪 @brian770.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
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Prem Sikka @premnsikka.bsky.social · 19/09/2026
Swathes of UK economy are owned by foreign investors. No tax is deducted from billions paid to them in dividends. USA, Australia, Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Sweden have a dividend withholding tax for foreign investors. UK could do the same, generate billions. Why are super-rich privileged?
leftfootforward.org
Here’s how the chancellor can raise the billions needed to improve the quality of life of millions
Prem Sikka is an Emeritus Professor of Accounting at the University of Essex and the University of Sheffield, a Labour member of the House of Lords, and Contributing Editor at Left Foot Forward. Mi...
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Zack Polanski @zackpolanski.bsky.social · 19/09/2026
৮ অক্টোবর গ্রিনকে ভোট দিন।
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Best for Britain @bestforbritain.org · 19/09/2026
🗳️ "On a more fundamental level, the very need to vote tactically or to know your vote will be wasted is a failure of our electoral system. Each person’s vote should count - not simply de jure but de facto too."
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What the Swedish election tells us about the UK’s voting system
On a more fundamental level, the very need to vote tactically or to know your vote will be wasted is a failure of our el
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Prem Sikka @premnsikka.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
Trump floundering in wars, economy, polls, courts and global politics bans CNN, MS NOW, Politico from the White House. New York Times and Washington Post next? Fox News, Breibart and sychophantic outlets masquerading as press not banned. Dictators don't like scrutiny by the press or the courts.
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Trump says he’s ‘banning’ CNN, MS NOW and Politico from the White House | CNN Business
President Donald Trump claimed Friday that he is “banning” CNN, MS NOW and Politico “from the White House,” though there was no immediate indication his administration had taken steps to follow throug...
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Depsidase @depsidase.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
been reading about the climate impacts of private jets and… yea. make private jets illegal. period. nobody needs them. you want one? fuck you. get fucked. thing is, getting rid of them also means rich dicks might force the regular commercial airlines to be less shit. we might even get more trains!
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Whistler’s Mama @alphagal007.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
This needs to be a much bigger story, folks.
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Prem Sikka @premnsikka.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
Companies pay employer national insurance (ENI) on director pay. Partners in limited liability partnerships (LLPs) share profit, instead of salary. LLPs don't pay ENI on that. £150k ENI for every £1m of profit shared is avoided. Big four law firms alone avoided paying £4bn. Must end this perk.
leftfootforward.org
Here’s how the chancellor can raise the billions needed to improve the quality of life of millions
Prem Sikka is an Emeritus Professor of Accounting at the University of Essex and the University of Sheffield, a Labour member of the House of Lords, and Contributing Editor at Left Foot Forward. Mi...
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Prem Sikka @premnsikka.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
MPs call for emergency legislation for public control of Thames Water, let govt restore it and resell. Hedge funds want to takeover TW, want exemption from penalties for breaking laws. Neither will do. Profit motive is the cause of the crisis. Need public ownership.
theguardian.com
MPs urge ministers to break off Thames Water talks with US hedge funds
Efra committee calls for emergency legislation enabling government to take public control of the company
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Best for Britain @bestforbritain.org · 18/09/2026
"Europe is about jobs, trade, peace, and rights. It is about solidarity and voice. It is a trade union issue through and through," writes Mike Clancy, General Secretary @prospectunion.bsky.social.
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The trade union case for closer UK-EU ties
By Mike Clancy
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Best for Britain @bestforbritain.org · 18/09/2026
The people who sold us Brexit said we'd get closer to the Anglosphere instead, but it turns out those countries want to prioritise Europe. Tell Burnham that we don't want to be left out bestforbritain.org/petition/tell-bu…
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Best for Britain @bestforbritain.org · 16/09/2026
60% of people think there should be a limit on the amount of money individuals and entities can donate to a political party, as opposed to only 22% who disagree. yougov.com/en-gb/daily-results/2026…
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Prem Sikka @premnsikka.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
Crypto billionaires must be stopped from undermining democracy. This is more than that. Politicians are bought by corporations and the super rich. Normal people can't compete in the auction. Must ban all political donations. Let parties be funded by modest membership fees and public money.
theguardian.com
The Guardian view on Reform UK: crypto billionaires must be stopped from undermining democracy | Editorial
Editorial: The vast sums given to Nigel Farage’s party in recent days must lead to action on political funding
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maegutz.bsky.social @maegutz.bsky.social · 13/09/2026
Very powerful message!
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Prem Sikka @premnsikka.bsky.social · 12/09/2026
Reform UK given £36m donation by a crypto billionaire convicted in the US for failing to implement adequate anti-money laundering controls, pardoned by Donald Trump. Is it legal? Dwarfs £15m from a Thailand based crypto billionaire What have they been promised? Hate politics funded by the rich.
theguardian.com
Reform UK given record £36m donation by British crypto billionaire
Ben Delo was convicted in US for failing to implement adequate anti-money laundering controls but pardoned by Trump
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The Green Party of England & Wales @greenparty.org.uk · 11/09/2026
We wish our Jewish members and Jewish communities across the globe, a very happy new year, with warm wishes for the year 5787 ahead. However you celebrate, we hope you have a joyful, uplifting and peaceful Rosh Hashanah. Shanah tovah! #RoshHashanah2026 l #RoshHashanah5787
ROSH HASHANAH
HERE'S TO A HAPPY, WEET, GREEN NEW YEAR!

Green Party
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The Green Party of England & Wales @greenparty.org.uk · 11/09/2026
A strong voice on climate. A strong voice for Palestine. A strong voice for Holborn and St Pancras. Let’s get Zack Polanski into Parliament.
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The Green Party of England & Wales @greenparty.org.uk · 11/09/2026
“I am here to fight for you. Between now and polling day, I’ll be on the doorsteps listening to people about the issues that matter to them.” Zack Polanski after being selected as the Green Party candidate for the next MP for Holborn and St Pancras.
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The Green Party of England & Wales @greenparty.org.uk · 11/09/2026
Zack Polanski is standing to be the next MP for Holborn and St Pancras. 💚 He is here to fight for lower bills, affordable housing and a fairer society.
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Zack Polanski @zackpolanski.bsky.social · 11/09/2026
It's on. I'm running to be the next Green MP for Holborn & St Pancras. donatetothe.greenparty.org.uk
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