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Tom Levitt @tomlevitt.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

#girlsowncc “Apparently it’s called an iPad, and it’s the only one of its kind in the world. My dear husband says it will work fine, once someone invents the ‘internet’. So I thought I would help by knitting one for him”

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Tom Levitt @tomlevitt.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

Alfie Bass doesn’t look too bad considering he’d be 110

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Tom Levitt @tomlevitt.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

I’m on a train from Paddington to Bristol right now - and it’s on time. Some trains are running but without calling at eg Reading

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Tom Levitt @tomlevitt.bsky.social · 20/09/2026

#girlsowncc “Henry, stop what you’re doing. Come away from the mirror. Brace yourself, darling: they’ve… they’ve cancelled Ru Paul’s Drag Race…”

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Tom Levitt @tomlevitt.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

Absolutely! It was the summer of ‘59… the heat made the itchy spots feel even worse!

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Tom Levitt @tomlevitt.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

I trust Border Force are prepared?

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Tom Levitt @tomlevitt.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

Even simpler to just raise the tax free allowance for all (and tinker at the other end to make the change cost neutral - at least). Then make triple lock the AVERAGE of the three factors. Then drop the 2.5% element.

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Tom Levitt @tomlevitt.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

Wonderful Brentford. All this and a football team, too!

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Tom Levitt @tomlevitt.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

There are still some classic art deco buildings round the corner on Brentford’s Great West Road (JC Decaux is one). In 1980 the Firestone building there was demolished - the weekend before it was due to be listed for preservation!

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Tom Levitt @tomlevitt.bsky.social · 13/09/2026

#GirlsOwnCC Great moments in history No 6: Ethel prepares to step into the first ever time shift transport portal to the Starship Enterprise. (Please note: she was unsuccessful)

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Tom Levitt @tomlevitt.bsky.social · 12/09/2026

Rolling Scones (note the correct pronunciation!)

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Tom Levitt @tomlevitt.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

“Well, we appear to have succeeded in stopping the pesky boats at last!” sighed Emily, a satisfied smile playing on her lips as she prepared to rest awhile in Farage Meadow, whilst Zia prepared to drop mines all around the estuary #GirlsOwnCC

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Tom Levitt @tomlevitt.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

#girlsowncc “Congratulations, Celia, what a fine example to the other girls! Keep on at this rate and by the end of year 11 you will have a most acceptable Zoom backdrop”

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Tom Levitt @tomlevitt.bsky.social · 30/08/2026

It begins with the Roches, the magnificent outcrop which marks the start of the Pennine chain , i.e. just north of Leek and just south of Buxton, and all points of the corresponding latitude

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Tom Levitt @tomlevitt.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

I’ve watched #BrentfordFC play three times in the last 11 days. Goals for: 16. Goals against: 1. Just saying #COYB

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Tom Levitt @tomlevitt.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

“That baby’s taking far too long - surely it’s someone else’s turn on the breast?” muttered the second horse, who was fifth in line #GirlsOwnCc

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Tom Levitt @tomlevitt.bsky.social · 22/08/2026

Slightly different: “You can all join in”, an Island Records sampler c1969. Tracks by John Martyn, Fairport Convention, Stephen Stills, Rainbow Chaser…

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Tom Levitt @tomlevitt.bsky.social · 17/08/2026

Spot on! And the Bees beat Eintracht Frankfurt 7-0 in their final warmup on Saturday. Awesome. #Brentfordfc

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Tom Levitt @tomlevitt.bsky.social · 17/08/2026

“Darling, don’t cry! It will be your turn next to stand on Maisie’s shoulders and put on the ‘Daddy’ costume” #GirlsOwnCC

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Tom Levitt @tomlevitt.bsky.social · 16/08/2026

How would they power those desalination plants? Obvious way is with (perish the thought!) Solar power

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Tom Levitt @tomlevitt.bsky.social · 15/08/2026

I used to be a ’bitter’ person but have gone off darker beers in favour of those with more hops, less alcohol, more taste. They tend to call themselves pale ales. IPA has a distinct heritage - from being shipped to warmer India - and a good IPA is hard to beat!

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Tom Levitt @tomlevitt.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

I recently saw evidence of such a crackdown working in Singapore (vape sales illegal) and Australia, where closed stores are readily identifiable, all stock seized, even in Sydney CBD. It can be done!

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Tom Levitt @tomlevitt.bsky.social · 10/08/2026

“But, father, donning a rabbit costume in front of the maid simply isn’t done,” pleaded Beatrice, already late for the vegan ball #girlsowncc

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Tom Levitt @tomlevitt.bsky.social · 10/08/2026

“But, father, donning a rabbit costume in front of the maid simply isn’t done,” pleaded Beatrice, already late for the vegan ball

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Tom Levitt @tomlevitt.bsky.social · 09/08/2026

Fascinating thread! Agree re Love Island, Traitors, cocaine, Lottery ticket etc. but for others suggested I appear to have done an alarming number once and once only (eg been on a motorbike, ordered an Uber, placed a bet). A new thread required???

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Tom Levitt @tomlevitt.bsky.social · 08/08/2026

I’ll remember that for next time!

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Tom Levitt @tomlevitt.bsky.social · 08/08/2026

So proud to make the leader board, and in such illustrious company!

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Tom Levitt @tomlevitt.bsky.social · 05/08/2026

I recommend my book (!): “The Courage to Meddle: The Belief of Frances Perkins”. It’s on Amazon. She was truly an amazing character, she produced profound change but is still largely unrecognised

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Tom Levitt @tomlevitt.bsky.social · 03/08/2026

‘You feel you are transitioning into a Borg, you say, Miss Picard? What’s a Borg?’ #girlsowncc

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Tom Levitt @tomlevitt.bsky.social · 01/08/2026

With all due respect I’m not the Tom Levitt from The Guardian! I’m a different one, you have the wrong handle… though it’s a good story

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Tom Levitt @tomlevitt.bsky.social · 31/07/2026

This was Thomas Midgeley, creator of 100 patents, strangled to death by one of his own inventions aged 51. (It was a device to aid mobility of polio patients - like himself- in bed)

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Tom Levitt @tomlevitt.bsky.social · 22/07/2026

Andy Burnham’s record in Manchester suggests that social enterprise could play a bigger role in our economy - I hope so! Here’s why business schools should allow more focus on the sector: www.unprme.org.uk/post/social-...

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Social Enterprise: What’s in a Name?

As business schools continue to embed sustainability, ethics and social impact across their curricula, social enterprise offers a powerful example of how business can be used as a force for good. Purp...

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Tom Levitt @tomlevitt.bsky.social · 14/07/2026

I’m on my travels. Vaping and almost all public smoking banned in Singapore. In Sydney we saw three shops around George St closed down by law for illegal vape sales, all stock seized. These are policies that most people appear to accept, even support! Go for it!

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Tom Levitt @tomlevitt.bsky.social · 11/07/2026

Ann Widdecombe was a formidable opponent on many issues (though not all) when I was in the Commons but on a personal level she took a genuine interest in colleagues of all parties. Even on the Labour benches many of us would have described her as a friend. A cruel, unnecessary, untimely loss

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Tom Levitt @tomlevitt.bsky.social · 02/07/2026

So sad to hear that Chris Breiseth has died in New York at 89. I wrote a biography of Frances Perkins (1880-1965), 1st female Cabinet member in USA (1932-45), and Chris was my last living link to her. His passion for her and all her good causes was tangible and quite wonderful

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Tom Levitt @tomlevitt.bsky.social · 30/06/2026

Hi Brenda, this is aUS charity so not appropriate for me to support from uk. But you will be pleased to know that I do support Medical Aid for Palestinians

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Tom Levitt @tomlevitt.bsky.social · 30/06/2026

“Aside from their good incomes…” AND discontinuing to pay a proper contribution through tax towards services they will use AND failing to reach the state pension contribution threshold. No mention of kids either

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Tom Levitt @tomlevitt.bsky.social · 26/06/2026

As MP for that area over 20 years later I met Dicky a few times. Once, when visiting my patch to open a new village cricket pavilion he complained to me in a whisper “They’re all f***king Tories here!”

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Tom Levitt @tomlevitt.bsky.social · 26/06/2026

…which included a day’s play being lost to snow at Buxton when Derbyshire took on Lancashire, an event which Dicky Bird (umpire at the match) used to relate with great glee and detail!

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Tom Levitt @tomlevitt.bsky.social · 11/06/2026

Who would have thought Reform voters had the most homoerotic response?

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Tom Levitt @tomlevitt.bsky.social · 23/04/2026

Inclusive? Of course it’s inclusive. If I turn the flag this way round it’s St Patrick’s!

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Tom Levitt @tomlevitt.bsky.social · 19/03/2026

Next week I’m hosting TWO London Walks - ‘An MP’s Westminster’ Thu26 and ‘The Business of History’ Fri27, based on my recent book of that name. Come and join me! www.walks.com/guides/tom-l...

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Walks by our guide Tom Levitt - London Walks

Join our guide Tom Levitt for an unforgettable walking tour experience in London, with special insights and stories that bring the city's rich history to life.

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Tom Levitt @tomlevitt.bsky.social · 17/03/2026

That’s pickled badger, isn’t it?

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Dale Vince @dalevince.com · 01/03/2026

Again it has to be said - net zero is not the reason for our stubbornly and stupidly high energy prices - the global price of gas is. www.thetimes.com/uk/science/a...

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