A couple of weeks ago I started to write on Substack on all things Scottish Independence. Please feel free to give it a once over. On Monday I'll be releasing the latest article, containing this photo... What will it be about? substack.com/@davidbirket...

Leave the UK… only to join the European Union? What’s the point? Our position on Europe is often framed like this: Leaving an unhappy marriage… only to remarry the very next day. But it's not.... read on to see why... davidbirkettsnp.substack.com/p/why-leave-...

The transition to green sources of energy has taken a bit of a battering lately, that's regrettable. I believe, that with some joined up thinking it's possible to make this transition painlessly, and bring communities with us. Read more... davidbirkettsnp.substack.com/p/five-steps...

I admit that sometimes I do see things very differently to most. But even I surprised myself when I reached the conclusion that Teenagers with Machine Guns isn't always a bad thing! Read more at the link below. davidbirkettsnp.substack.com/p/teenagers-...

I was going to publish this yesterday but a lot was happening. Many say that with Independence that Scotland would lose it's "Global Standing" I say that's bollocks, we'd finally be able to claim some. Read more at my Substack. davidbirkettsnp.substack.com/p/the-lost-g...

Does military might really keep us safe? Is peace truly secured through superior firepower? Or is there another way? In my latest Substack, I explore the assumptions behind strength, security, and what real peace might require. davidbirkettsnp.substack.com/p/does-milit...

🧵1/6 Alright — I don’t usually share posts from my local @reformpartyuk.bsky.social candidate, but this one deserves calling out. Despite his obvious shortcomings people can vote for Conrad Ritchie if they want. That’s their right... For the record — I won’t be.

Latest substack just focussing on the fund itself The Norwegian Oil fund holds close to $2 trillion in assets. - That’s roughly $340,000 per person - UK National Debt Per capita is roughly $47,000. That's not bad luck, it's bad management. davidbirkettsnp.substack.com/p/the-norweg...

When opponents of Scottish Independence say Norway isn’t a fair comparison, when they say Independent Scotland couldn’t do the same, just remember, they’re not making an argument, They’re making an excuse... Read More in my Substack. davidbirkettsnp.substack.com/p/take-a-loo...

There’s a long standing convention not to speak ill of the dead. Most of the time, that’s not difficult—but every rule has its exceptions. On the anniversary of her passing, I’m reflecting on Margaret Thatcher’s legacy… doing my best to remain polite. substack.com/home/post/p-...

Tomorrow is a significant day, so significant that I'll be releasing my thoughts on it on my new Substack. Watch this space, and have a look at the rest of it. (admittedly only one article so far, give me time). substack.com/@davidbirket...

Our critics sometimes say that the Scottish Independence Movement is Anglophobic... While some fringe nutters undoubtedly are, the mainstream are not! It's being British we have the problem with... Read more in my 1st Substack... davidbirkettsnp.substack.com/p/its-shite-...

As much as I like the punchy immediacy of Bluesky, the limitations of the platform do lower the quality of the output. So I've finally decided to write on Substack davidbirkettsnp.substack.com/p/an-introdu...

Community Notice for Peterhead Recycling Centre users... please pay attention to the new signage!

It was good to join the counter protest in Fraserburgh today. Thanks to all those who joined us. Thanks to Seamus Logan MP for his words and solidarity. #refugeeswelcome

As much as I respect @nicolasturgeon.bsky.social she's got this WAY wrong It's not Green to import a commodity we already have plenty of Oil and Gas will be needed for some time yet It can be extracted in a carbon neutral way with community benefits It's time for @snp.org to rethink this.

Simply Lovely to see Love, Acceptance and Compassion for fellow human beings win the day in Banff. What is the term the youth uses for such a disproportionate response?... Ratio'd isn't it?... Full story in the link... northern-scot.co.uk/news/right-w...

So Steve Reed MP has been "Potentially Misleading?" Good response from our own Seamus Logan MP... I repeat my invitation to "Sewage Steve" to come to Peterhead with some water from his constituency, I'll get some from my tap, and we'll do a "Pepsi Challenge"

The magnificent @metallica.com are 44 yrs old today (Though I suspect the actual members are older). Here they are at their magnificent best with the San Francisco Symphony! youtu.be/0m6smR-M2qg?...

Scotland is rich in resources... Oil, Gas, Renewables, Water, Fish... Norway has a Sovereign Wealth Fund worth £254,226 per capita! Whilst "Pooling and Sharing" as part of the UK means we have £39,300 of Sovereign Debt per capita! Being in the UK is a bad deal for Scots!

Well folks, Thanks to all members who put their faith in me to represent the North East for the next year. Lots to do, let's crack on.

So in case any North East @snp.org members are wondering who thier new NEC Rep is... It's this guy! I'll post contact details in my bio soon, I pledge to serve you well and represent our amazing wee corner of Scotland. A' the best fowks... David.

So, day2 of @snp.org Conference is upon us, Thought from yesterday - when I resumed my seat the chap next to me said "I disagree with what you said, but it was brave and you said it very well" or something like that. Here's to another day of civilised disagreement.

My Contribution from today's @snp.org Conference Debate on Independence Strategy. Grateful for the opportunity to contribute, obviously disappointed more didn't agree with me. I truly hope I to be proved wrong.

I'm looking forward to meeting many @snp.org colleagues at our conference tomorrow. (or later this morning) I'm running for 3 roles in the internal elections, 1/ Member Engagement Convener. 2/ NE Regional Rep 3/ Conferences Committee. There's more in the images below, or come talk to me tomorrow.

Sending Thoughts and Prayers as Aberdeenshire Business Owner misses out...

Finally I'm Standing for the Conferences Committee to: 1⃣ Support independence-focused motions 2⃣ Ensure ordinary members’ voices are heard 3⃣ Seek greater transparency in how our agendas are formed I’d be privileged to receive your vote. #SNP25 #SNPConference

At @snp.org conference I'm standing to be the North East NEC Rep. You can’t get more North East than me; rooted in the real rural and coastal NE, with its own political compass. I'd be honoured to have your vote at this vital moment for our movement. #SNP25

I'm excited to be running for Member Engagement Convener at this years @snp.org National Conference If elected my priorities are... 1️⃣Identify engagement / disengagement 2️⃣Bridge those gaps 3️⃣Build our activist base I'd be honoured to receive your vote. #SNPConference #SNP25

One week to go until @snp.org conference in Aberdeen. Please see a wee word from me on the Internal Elections to be held at our Conference next weekend. And if you're going please feel absolutely free to come talk to me, I don't bite

I love a good horror movie...

"Always two there are, no more, no less... A master and an apprentice" Master Yoda on the Sith

As the @snp.org National Conference approaches I'm asking delegates to look beyond our elected members (fine people though they are), and to tap into the deep well of talent in our Ordinary Membership when casting votes in our internal elections. See you in Aberdeen.

Finally I'm standing to be the North East NEC Rep (Open List). Recent changes have made it even less likely that ordinary members will be represented by fellow ordinary members on the NEC. If you're in the NE I'd be honoured to receive your vote.

At next months SNP Conference I'm also throwing my hat in the ring for the Conferences Committee! I want our Leadership to take their direction from the Membership, not Vice-Versa! If that sounds like something you can get behind vote David Birkett #1

At next months SNP National Conference I'm running for Member Engagement Convener. The letter below goes into more detail why I chose to run for this particular role. SNP Members, please feel free to get in touch to discuss. I'd be honoured if you'd lend me your vote.

is @anassarwar.bsky.social really asking Scots to vote for him? or would they really be voting for @ianmurraymp.bsky.social?

At this years' @snp.org National Conference I'll be standing for; - Member Engagement Convener - North East NEC Rep - Conferences Committee I want to be in a party where our Membership directs the Leadership, not Vice Versa! I'll be working hard to bring that about.

Oh Dear, How Sad, Never Mind... www.thenational.scot/news/2528161...

Of course he is... Eat Yer Cereal Scotland... www.thenational.scot/news/2527804...

See you tomorrow Scotland

Anyone who has heard me speak at any SNP Events will know I wholeheartedly believe this. Independence can never again be the elephant in the room

Labour are planning to nationalise British Steel - to save the Scunthorpe plant from closing down. Why didn't Labour do the same when Scotland's last oil refinery announced it was closing down? Scottish jobs are an afterthought for Labour.

As if on cue... So, an industrial asset in Scunthorpe being closed down is an EMERGENCY! and worthy of interrupting the PM's Holidays. But the Port Talbot Steelworks, and the Grangemouth Refinery are NOT an Emergency? What could the difference be? 🤨

Interesting exchange between Elizabeth Ellis-Carr the former Canterbury Councillor who tried to become a @scottishlabour.bsky.social MP and had come back to try to become an MSP, and Laura McConnell who also tried to become an MP but now seems a wee smidge less keen. Check the last photo!