What does Europe mean to you? Watch European Movement UK's video featuring Caroline Lucas: bsky.app/profile/euro...

To so many of us, Europe is more than a place, it’s a part of who we are. Hear what the public had to say when we went out and asked them what Europe means to them.

3 weeks ago, we handed in a petition signed by over fifty-five thousand of you, calling on the Government to keep Britain in the European Convention on Human Rights. Following the 75th anniversary, our message is clear - the ECHR is essential for our rights and freedoms, and we must remain in it.

Seventy-five years ago, Britain helped write the European Convention on Human Rights to keep power in check and protect basic freedoms. That legacy is now under threat. Read our piece on why the ECHR still matters and why defending it means defending Britain’s own values.

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incredible photo that's definitely worth at least 1,000 words from Andrew Harnik of Getty

Delighted and honoured to be invited once again onto YouTooSpain to talk about the 90-in-180-day problem and @180daysinspain.bsky.social Of course @savefom.bsky.social, @brexitelephant.bsky.social and @francevisafree.bsky.social all got a mention too. #SaveFOM www.youtube.com/live/YaVWEre...

"The Transporter Bridge has to be restored and put back into full working action - whatever it takes" - Andy McDonald MP

After the Leveson Inquiry, is the press now beyond control? The Leveson Inquiry was meant to usher in a new era of press regulation, but have we gone from one ineffective regulator to another?

That the UK - one of the architects of this fund, designed to save the world’s forests - is now refusing to put any money into it is frankly shameful. Starmer’s claim that he still continues to back the fund is meaningless without resources - so much for climate leadership

Other huge victories from last night's elections: -PA Dems defended their 5-2 Supreme Court majority -GA Dems flipped two GOP-held seats on the state utility commission -CO approved a ballot measure to fund universal school meals America's Sleeping Giant has awakened.

“They came into the building understanding it was a daycare. They did not have a warrant. It is a violation of our rights. It is a violation of these children’s rights. They are terrorizing our community.” Trump’s ICE goons raided a damn daycare.

‼️ Russia seeks to regain its influence over Moldova, says Moldovan president

It's mad how this seems to be being reported amongst the general public. I keep hearing there's a ban on Jewish people at football matches. Just... No.

Do you mean in money - or do you mean to humanity? Because I’m interested in the latter.

Ex-Israeli PM Olmert faces war crimes complaint over 2008 Gaza offensive - https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/ex-israeli-pm-olmert-faces-war-crimes-complaint-over-2008-gaza-offensive

... plus Jews everywhere by making football hooliganism sound like a Jewish tradition by calling criticism of it 'antisemitic'.

Sky News Press Preview with some televisual clickbait: the chief executive of Maccabi Tel Aviv says, tomorrow’s match: “… has been taken over by people that want to spew hatred…” Who’s he referring to? Is this a moment of rare self-reflection? Or just ignoring what police intelligence guidance?

Previously on Bylines Scotland. “Nathan Gill acted not in the interests of the people who had voted for him, or in those of the British and European taxpayers he was paid to represent, but in the interests of Russia.” @cluthaman.bsky.social

Reform say they’re different from the “out-of-touch” parties. This academic survey shows what really sets them apart – and the consequences for local communities ⤵️

Mamdani: "My message to ICE agents & to everyone across this city is that everyone will be held to the same standard of the law. If you violate it, you must be held accountable. There is sadly a sense growing that certain people are allowed to violate that law, whether they be POTUS or ICE agents."

"But for me, this whole Maccabi Tel Aviv – Aston Villa issue is a case study in the manipulative use of allegations of anti-semitism." 👏👏👏

Zohran Mamdani’s victory is one for humanity- within New York AND America AND the West. and the wider world needed to see it. It’s about the community of people who care about humanity deeply - and it’s part of a new wave coming in to break the old sclerotic media-political positions.

Keir Starmer owes a profound apology to: ▪️Birmingham Safety Advisory Group ▪️West Midlands Police ▪️Residents of Birmingham ▪️The local MP ▪️The UK Football Policing Unit (UKFPU) ▪️Europe-wide intelligence-sharing networks ▪️ Amsterdam police

I agree with @mikegalsworthy.bsky.social Great piece on @sussexbylines.co.uk

Mamdani: "We can respond to oligarchy and authoritarianism with the strength it fears, not the appeasement it craves. After all, if anyone can show a nation betrayed by Donald Trump how to defeat him, it is the city that gave rise to him."

Congrats from the UK, Zohran! We’re all cheering you on! 🙌🇺🇸

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Keir Starmer owes a profound apology to: ▪️Birmingham Safety Advisory Group ▪️West Midlands Police ▪️Residents of Birmingham ▪️The local MP ▪️The UK Football Policing Unit (UKFPU) ▪️Europe-wide intelligence-sharing networks ▪️ Amsterdam police

“I am a Jew supporting the Maccabi ban: There must be no foul play in local democracy” 👏👏👏

Zohran Mamdani’s victory is one for humanity- within New York AND America AND the West. and the wider world needed to see it. It’s about the community of people who care about humanity deeply - and it’s part of a new wave coming in to break the old sclerotic media-political positions.

"But for me, this whole Maccabi Tel Aviv – Aston Villa issue is a case study in the manipulative use of allegations of anti-semitism." 👏👏👏

Mamdani: "New York will remain a city of immigrants, a city built by immigrants, powered by immigrants, and as of tonight, led by an immigrant."

“I am a Jew supporting the Maccabi ban: There must be no foul play in local democracy” 👏👏👏

Walmart and McDonald’s are among the top employers of workers who rely on food stamps. McDonald's CEO raked in $18.2M last year — over 1,000x the company's median employee pay. Walmart's CEO pocketed $27.4M — 930x the company's median employee pay. See the problem?

To be or not to be – a democracy The importance of voting cannot be understated - it is fundamental to our democracy

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To be or not to be – a democracy The importance of voting cannot be understated - it is fundamental to our democracy

Airedale hospital workers win breakthrough deal Strike action success closes the gap between NHS and outsourced workers By Barry White

✍️ Climate change – the world after tomorrow Records of chaos following historical climate change offer a warning to contemporary global society By Dr Pam Jarvis @yorkshirebylines.co.uk @drpam.bsky.social

NEW! Updates on our Daily Telegraph blog: Telegraph reported for breach of editorial rules following the paper’s publication of an article written by the boss of Redbird Capital who are bidding to takeover… the Daily Telegraph westenglandbylines.co.uk/news/media/d...

The future of the Labour Party Labour’s Caerphilly blow signals fading confidence as party membership falls and voters seek alternatives northeastbylines.co.uk/news/opinion...

I am still waiting for the European political establishment to recognize the US is a hostile power currently.

👏 Today marks 75 years since the creation of the ECHR. We should celebrate the vision that Winston Churchill showed in recognising everyone’s human rights. But there are now calls for the UK to leave ECHR. As with Brexit, leaving would strip all of us of fundamental rights. The Bear explains

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The UK has become a genuine multi-party country – but our voting system hasn’t caught up. The Dutch elections this week show how proportional representation can give everyone a voice, while keeping extremists out of power. @eastangliabylines.co.uk @stephenmcnair.bsky.social

Wealth taxes are back on the agenda – and Prof Richard Murphy shows why the data demands them. 200 years of evidence: capitalism funnels wealth upward unless govts intervene. So what's stopping them? His must-read analysis👇 @eastangliabylines.co.uk @richardjmurphy.bsky.social with thanks