John Castle
@johncastle.bsky.social
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Software Engineer, Lib Dem, St Mary's Island, Traveller 🔶🇬🇧🇪🇺🏴🇺🇳
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John Castle
Liberal Democrats
22 days ago
Today is the first day of LGBT History Month LGBT+ people have always been part of our societies, but often their stories are hidden and go untold. This month is an opportunity to celebrate those stories and continue to campaign for progress.
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John Castle
Medway Liberal Democrats
2 months ago
We believe our proposals evidence‑based concerns, and positive recommendations deserve serious consideration by both Medway Council and the Planning Inspectorate as the plan moves forward to Examination in Public.
www.medwaylibdems.org.uk/news/article...
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Local Plan Regulation: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly
https://www.medwaylibdems.org.uk/news/article/local-plan-regulation-the-good-the-bad-and-the-ugly
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John Castle
Medway Liberal Democrats
2 months ago
We welcome the development of Deangate Community Parkland. Medway Liberal Democrats first proposed this greenspace in our response to the first round of HIF in April 2021, and have continued to advocate for its development at every local plan consultation 🌳
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£1million community park plans take the next step forward | Medway Council
£1million community park plans take the next step forward - Plans to create the new Deangate Community Parkland in Hoo are continuing to move forward.
https://www.medway.gov.uk/news/article/2013/1million_community_park_plans_take_the_next_step_forward?utm_source=Facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=Orlo
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John Castle
Medway Liberal Democrats
2 months ago
Waste and recycling during the 2025 to 2026 festive period
www.medway.gov.uk/info/200132/...
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Stuart Bourne 🌷🌱
3 months ago
Disappointed to see there was a 400% increase in the use of Glyphosate last year in my hometown ☹️
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Medway Liberal Democrats
3 months ago
Troubling increase in Glyphosate use uncovered in Medway Following a recent FOI, we've formally written to the Council’s portfolio holder to seek clarity. We're pressing for answers and a clear strategy to bring an end to dependence on glyphosate.
www.medwaylibdems.org.uk/news/article...
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Troubling increase in Glyphosate use uncovered in Medway
We're seeking further answers on the sharp increase of herbicide use in Medway
https://www.medwaylibdems.org.uk/news/article/shocking-increase-in-glyphosate-use-uncovered-in-medway
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John Castle
Medway Liberal Democrats
5 months ago
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Nicholas Chan
5 months ago
Thank you
@johncastle.bsky.social
& your team for cleaning up River
#Medway
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#Libdems
taking action for better communities
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John Castle
Liberal Democrats
6 months ago
@eddavey.libdems.org.uk
on the passing of Her Royal Highness the Duchess of Kent.
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John Castle
Medway Liberal Democrats
7 months ago
Great day to deliver
#LibDemFocus
on St Mary's Island. River pollution is a big topic on the island with lots of businesses and residents affected.
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John Castle
Liberal Democrats
7 months ago
Sewage in our waterways is a disgusting sign of a broken system. Today’s report backs what we’ve always said: we need to scrap and replace Ofwat and finally hold these water companies to account.
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Nicholas Chan
7 months ago
What a stink that subsequent governments have failed to regulate Water Companies! No way Southern Water should be allowed to double CEO pay! It's time that the Government takes up the Liberal Democrats plan for a new clean water regulator with teeth!
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John Castle
Medway Liberal Democrats
7 months ago
Southern Water should not be allowed to double CEO pay. Appalling that previous governments have failed to regulate Water Companies properly. It's time that the Government takes up the Liberal Democrats plan for a new clean water regulator with teeth
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💥 I’ve just signed the petition calling for a “National Commission on Electoral Reform” - Will YOU sign too?
actionstorm.org/petitions/nc...
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Sign the Petition
National Commission on Electoral Reform
https://actionstorm.org/petitions/ncer?ref=688305
about 1 year ago
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John Castle
Medway Liberal Democrats
about 1 year ago
While talking to residents, Onyx is hearing that residents have missed having Liberal Democrats as their ward councillor. Gillingham South has been represented only by Liberal Democrats and Labour since 1996. The only way to beat Labour here is to vote for Onyx on February 6th.
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John Castle
Medway Liberal Democrats
about 1 year ago
Onyx is campaigning for improvements to Gillingham High Street, which has been sorely neglected under both Tory and Labour administrations in Medway.
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John Castle
Medway Liberal Democrats
about 1 year ago
@OnyxRist is standing as the Medway Liberal Democrat candidate for Gillingham South. Onyx grew up and has lived in Gillingham. He continues to visit frequently and has connections in the area. He wants to bring pride and wealth back to the town.
www.medwaylibdems.org.uk/in-your-comm...
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Gillingham South - Medway Liberal Democrats
https://www.medwaylibdems.org.uk/in-your-community/gillingham-south
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John Castle
Medway Liberal Democrats
about 1 year ago
@onyxristlibdem.bsky.social
and Medway Lib Dem team talking to residents in Gillingham South. Vote
#libdems
on Feb 6th
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John Castle
Steve Brown - astronomy and astrophotography
about 1 year ago
Cloudy crescent
#Moon
and
#Venus
from their close approach on 3 January.
#Astronomy
#Astrophotography
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Zaid Mir
about 1 year ago
Ring Nebula captured by the James Webb Space Telescope.🔭 Credit: ESA/Webb, NASA, CSA, M. Barlow (University College London), N. Cox (ACRI-ST), R. Wesson (Cardiff University)
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Stuart Bourne 🌷🌱
about 1 year ago
Disappointing to see local grounds maintenance firm thinks it’s ok to spray weed killer around the base of trees 😕 🌱
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Things I hate: - Tapioca - Socialism - Populism - Brexit - Conspiracy Theories - Anti science rhetoric - Middle lane drivers - Buggy code - Astrology - Snow - Creationism
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about 1 year ago
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Sean Gaul 🔶
about 1 year ago
Good days campaigning in Bicester East today, lots discussed on the doorstep, things that came up - - more bike parking wanted - 20 MPH zones favourable - zebra crossing connecting Glory Farm with the Launton Road retail park needed
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Andy
about 1 year ago
This is really poor from the BBC.
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Claire Young MP 🔶
about 1 year ago
After Storm Darragh scuppered my plans last weekend to visit Thornbury for Small Business Saturday, I was able to drop in this morning. Thank you to Jean Owen at T&J Owen Florists and Karen Schwamm at Castle Craft Gifts for taking time to chat to me.
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Peter Stefanovic
about 1 year ago
Reform UK leader Nigel Farage has just said “Starmer’s deals with Iraq and Germany will not work. Deportations once we leave the ECHR is the ONLY way” I explain here why he’s again talking boll****👇
youtu.be/iSTN-h8NoyY?...
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Reform UK leader Nigel Farage says public want to leave the ECHR - let’s put the record straight
YouTube video by Peter Stefanovic
https://youtu.be/iSTN-h8NoyY?si=_ecM3wtkycasXZO9
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Graham Colley
about 1 year ago
This is dreadful. It's unbelievable that someone becomes a carer to exploit the benefit system. This is bureaucratic abuse - covering up for its own failings, by taking on those who by their very nature as carers, don't have the facility to fight back.
www.theguardian.com/society/2024...
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Hundreds of thousands hit by ruinous carer’s allowance penalties, audit shows
Campaigners say NAO report shows impact of DWP staffing decisions and failure to address flaws in benefit’s design
https://www.theguardian.com/society/2024/dec/11/hundreds-of-thousands-hit-by-ruinous-carers-allowance-penalties-audit-shows?CMP=Share_AndroidApp_Other
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Steven Keevil
about 1 year ago
I spoke with the
#Medway
#Japan
Friendship Association, about the work they do to remember the legacy of
#WillAdams
, and for a student exchange scheme between Medway and Japan.
www.localauthority.news/p/the-medway...
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The Medway Japan connection
From Will Adams to present day, Medway is still sending ambassadors to Japan.
https://www.localauthority.news/p/the-medway-japan-connection
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Ed Jennings
about 1 year ago
Great work, guys. In the last few weeks we’ve been looking at businesses in Medway and finding a similar pattern. Seems to be a very common problem.
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Gabriel Morris
about 1 year ago
🚨 Exclusive Investigation 🚨 🍴 Can you trust these stickers? We've found that 9 out of 10 food outlets with the lowest scores in Maidstone lie or hide their food hygiene ratings. We uncovered how the system is being exploited.
https://buff.ly/4gkMyBC
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Medway UNA affirms its unwavering commitment to the universal respect, protection and fulfilment of human rights. This year's theme, Our Rights, Our Future, Right Now, underscores the necessity of safeguarding rights and freedoms for a just, resilient, and sustainable future - leaving no one behind.
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HOME | Medway United Nation
United Nations Association, Medway Branch (MUNA) is the local branch of United Nations Association, London. At Medway United Nations Association, our mission is to advocate for and advance the principles and goals of the United Nations. We strive to raise awareness about global issues, promote sustainable development, and foster a culture of peace and understanding.
https://www.medwayuna.org.uk/
about 1 year ago
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Introduce yourself with some jobs you have done apart from what you do now: 1 Supermarket shelf stacker 2 Plastic mouldings factory 3 Flat pack furniture factory 4 Supermarket greengrocer
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over 1 year ago
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Shea Coffey
over 1 year ago
Sent to me by someone on their way to work. Flying over the
#Medway
Council offices. Representation matters.
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Nicholas Chan
over 1 year ago
Today is Trans Day of Remembrance. We can take the opportunity to remember those who have lost their lives to transphobic violence, and reflect on how we as a society can end this loss of life.
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Claire Young MP 🔶
over 1 year ago
Thanks to the local farmers who travelled up to Westminster today to discuss Labour’s damaging attack on farmers. We had a thoughtful discussion about the real impact it will have on small family-owned farms across our area. I’m committed to doing all I can as your MP to stop it.
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Lee Dillon MP for Newbury
over 1 year ago
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Ed Balls
over 1 year ago
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Michael
over 1 year ago
“Liberal Democrats will always stand up for the rights of everyone in the LGBT+ community, including trans people.”
www.libdemvoice.org/christine-ja...
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Christine Jardine’s message for Trans Awareness Week
Lib Dem Women and Equalities spokesperson Christine Jardine has issued a message for Trans Awareness Week which runs until Thursday. She said: Today is the beginning of Trans Awareness Week. It’s an o...
https://www.libdemvoice.org/christine-jardines-message-for-trans-awareness-week-76557.html
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John Castle
Medway Plus
over 1 year ago
We’ve been awarded Medway UK Shared Prosperity Funding
medwayplus.wordpress.com/2024/11/01/w...
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John Castle
David Bingham 🔶 #FBPE
over 1 year ago
To all Lib Dems on BlueSky. Put a 🔶 or a 🔸alongside your name. It helps us to spot you.
#libdems
#libdem
#liberaldemocrats
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Mark Pack
over 1 year ago
Looks like quite a few Lib Dem members giving Bluesky a whirl now, so if you're already on here, do reply and say hello!
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Lambeth Liberal Democrats
over 1 year ago
Lisa Smart, the new Liberal Democrat MP for Hazel Grove helping lead the Manchester Liberal Democrats at Manchester Pride today!
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Graham Simpson
over 1 year ago
Liberal Democrats for Electoral Reform
#LDER
campaigns for a fair voting system which delivers - - equal power to all voters; and - parliaments and councils which proportionately reflect the way people voted. We need to replace the 'first past the post' system with a fairer system.
www.lder.org
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Liberal Democrats for Electoral Reform
https://www.lder.org/
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Peter Stefanovic
over 1 year ago
Liberal Democrats leader Ed Davey has said his party will attempt to block the Government’s proposed move to end the winter fuel allowance to some pensioners, describing the move as the new administration’s “first big mistake”
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John Castle
PoliticsHome
over 1 year ago
🚨 OUT NOW 🚨 What will the new Lib Dems do? 🔶 Lib Dem MP for South Devon Caroline Voaden spoke to The Rundown about why she believes more state support is needed for widowed parents, having lost her husband at 34 🎧 Listen here:
pod.fo/e/263efd
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Mark Pack
over 1 year ago
How the Lib Dem election campaign was very cost-effective
www.markpack.org.uk/173572/how-t...
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How the Lib Dem election campaign was very cost-effective
Lots of caveats apply to these sorts of figures, of course, but as well as being fun they illustrate a certain truth about the 2024 election.
https://www.markpack.org.uk/173572/how-the-lib-dem-election-campaign-was-very-cost-effective/
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