Ed Davey and the Liberal Democrats accounts have posted a couple of articles on Facebook defending the BBC, and criticising Trump. They've been inundated by fake accounts, attacking them. Someone is spending a lot of time effort and money to do this.

The news on LBC reporting on the BBC / Trump. And of course, they had to get Farage in to talk about, but no other MP. Bias? Too bloody right!

I decided to spend this remembrance day educating myself about the sacrifices we're supposed to be remembering. I now live on the atlantic coast of France, so decided to learn something about of the second world war here. As a result, I've been down the most amazing rabbit hole of discovery...

The signs from Australia (their worst flu season on record), Japan (where they’ve had to close schools) and India indicate that this could be a long, drawn out flu season here with hospitals at capacity If you haven’t had your flu vax get it Covid as well if possible inews.co.uk/news/doctors...

That WW2 veteran who says that winning the war "wasn't worth it" for the state we are now in is just plain wrong. Naziism was an evil that caused the deaths of millions and the systematic murder of millions more. Defeating it was necessary. We need to stop treating every old person as a holy sage.

Yesterday, was the third local by-election in 4 weeks. Wellington (Somerset) town council. Liberal Democrat 471 Reform 212 Conservative 100 Labour 26 Independent 12 Turnout 37.4% Liberal Democrat GAIN from Reform.

Out canvassing today. Funny what you find hidden in back streets

Right Wingers / Republicans are losing their minds over Mamdani's win in NYC. Their backers are spending a ton of money creating AI videos & pictures, insulting the people that voted for Mamdani. They're all over socials.

SWMBO's cat is at least 18 years old (probably a bit older). He seems to be suffering from some form of cat dementia. We clean out the litter tray, and he walks over, sniffs it, and then puts his front paws in the tray, back paws outside; and wees all over the floor. Frustrating!

📰 In this week’s Monday Mail, I reflect on the European Convention on Human Rights; what it does, why it's important, and why it must be protected. Read here: prod.cdn.everyaction.com/emails/van/L...

I hope the BBC will challenge Nigel Farage today over the economic damage caused by the Brexit he championed. He needs to be held to account for the damage he's done instead of always being given an easy ride.

The voting system is pretty good, the recommended candidate list looks reasonable, and giving the chair your proxy votes against the ‘Restore Trust’ (🤢)-backed insurance motion, which is frankly unhinged. Takes seconds. Please vote.

I saw for myself, the work done by the British Council. Really impressive what they did with such a small budget.

Of course she has. The small matter of owing £122 million to UK taxpayers for her disgusting profiteering in a global pandemic means nothing to Michelle Mone. NHS staff died in my hospital from the Covid they caught there - her dodgy PPE racket was vile.

Public service announcement: The purpose of adverts isn't to accurately reflect society, it's to sell things.

Rare like by me to a Daily Mail article. At no point the Daily Mail mentions that the Hull City council is controlled by the LibDems since 2022 and that Mike Ross, the council leader, is a LibDems. www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article...

When Trump bullies Canada, Britain can’t stay silent. The Prime Minister needs to come out and clearly criticise these tantrum tariffs, not sit on the fence. 🇬🇧🇨🇦 www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

There were 2 local by-elections in Somerset yesterday. Dunster: (former Tory stronghold) LD 1142 Reform 666 Conservatives 449 Labour 44 Glastonbury: (previously. LD) LD 882 Reform 523 Conservatives 506 Green 480 Labour 35 2 excellent Liberal Democrat councillors will be joining the team!

I've set-up & managed the IT for a number of SMEs. Most of the work was done in-house. I trained the IT staff & allowed them to go on courses, plus gave them scope to practice. In each case, dragging the company (sometimes kicking & screaming) into the 21st century.

Over 170,000 children living in temporary accommodation is a national disgrace. Children need safe, warm, stable homes to thrive - when will Labour grasp the nettle on this? We need to unfreeze the local housing allowance and seriously invest in social housing, now.

"There is no universe in which Sam Ashworth-Hayes – or any of Britain’s array of overpaid columnists, commentators and ideological wonks – is more valuable to this country than a care worker" I wrote for @samfr.bsky.social's Substack on benefits and "contribution" samf.substack.com/p/the-someth...

Trying to cheer up SWMBO, because she got upset at the dentist. Went into the jewellery, and we've chosen a ring. Waiting for it to be adjusted. £608 😪😪😪😪😪

Unfortunately, I broke a tooth 10 years ago. The patch on it was good, but that came off. I've just had the tooth removed, and prepped for a bridge. One of best dental appointments I've ever had. Really good dentist, not much discomfort. Back this afternoon for temp bridge.

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Good morning Anyone or Party not prepared to reverse the harm caused by Brexit isn't fit to be in charge of a fecking poodle, let alone an economy. Brexit, sold by morons, voted for by morons and maintained by morons 🙄

Eight Reform UK councils have indicated that they will raise council tax next year after struggling to find huge cuts in public spending. That’s despite Reform UK flyers during the Local Elections criticising councils for doing just that. Never trust a Reformer. www.thetimes.com/uk/politics/...

Our nation's federal employees are more than just numbers on a spreadsheet. They make sure we have clean water. They protect us from financial fraud. They provide healthcare to our communities. They make our government actually work for people. Do not forget this.

From Sunday, Brexit will deliver a big highly visible slap in the face. Hopefully that will bring it deservedly back into the news.

Number of deportations the ECHR have actually blocked since 1980 - 13 (THIRTEEN). Please remember this next time some grifting populist claims us leaving the ECHR (and sacrificing the rights it gives us in the process) will allow us to ‘control our borders’.

Did I ❤️ ? Of course I did! 🤚🏻🌊

Miriam Margolyes is just a warrior woman. That's the post. She said it all.

Will Starmer finally get around to adopting this lib Dem policy ? www.bbc.com/news/article...

This. Is. Brilliant! vm.tiktok.com/ZNdn3G9vy/

Kemi Badenoch ignored the former Conservative voters who believe in the rule of law, protecting our home for future generations and human rights for all our people. With the help of a snazzy van we made sure people could hear a different message in Manchester today. Join us

Listening to Badenoch's speech, she really has nothing new to say at all. Pushing out exactly the same rhetoric the Conservatives have spouted over the last 7-8 years. Looking at the faces of those applauding, the fixed smiles, dead eyes. They don't believe her either.

Something to improve the local area; reproductions of famous works of arts, on street walls spread around the town. Something to make feel better about where they live. seedsedgemoor.com/activities/a...

YEAH! 👍 Renewables ☀️ 💨 💦 overtake coal globally for 1st time on record, per records from 88 countries representing 93% of demand globally Let’s just walk over the screaming naysayers & push on, leaving them in a squabbling mess in the corner We’ll just step up harder www.itv.com/news/2025-10...

Lauren Boebert ripped health care away from millions. And she’s shutting down the government to make it permanent. Join me to defeat her next fall. Link in bio.

🇬🇧😾🇬🇧😾🇬🇧😾🇬🇧 This is what Farage and Badenoch want to see on our streets. Gestapo policy repackaged for the 21st crntury.

I am horrified by the images of a mosque in Peacehaven burning after a suspected arson attack. Everyone should be able to worship free from fear and terror. Islamophobia is totally unacceptable. Those who spread hatred and incite violence against Muslim communities must stop.

I’m delighted to confirm that I’ve held well over 100 ‘surgeries’ across Wells and Mendip Hills constituency since the election last year. From community cafes, to pubs and coffee shops, I love meeting you in such welcoming venues. Thank you if you’ve come to talk to me.

Did you watch The Hack? I can't believe papers have gotten away with destroying lives for so long. That's why I've signed the petition, set up by Hugh Grant and other phone hacking victims, to demand fair, independent regulation. Join me: you.38degrees.org.uk/petitions/a-...

Civil Liberties – a dividing line between Lib Dems and Labour The optics of the arrest of the blind, elderly and those in wheel chairs in London yesterday were appalling. The words from Labour about arrests for peaceful protest were spine chilling.

Loads of people parking illegally in WsM today,because they're going to see the beach racing. The local council parking enforcement team are issuing notices. No doubt people will be complaining about this.

* Burnham finally says it: rejoin the EU. * Conservatives gather in Manchester, but is Badenoch already doomed? * Our own Anna Damski takes on a new national role after leading EAB to 100,000 readers a month./

"Does the ECHR stop states from controlling their borders?" No. The ECHR Court emphasises migration policies are up to states themselves. "But the ECHR stops the UK from deporting foreign criminals." No, it doesn't. Successful human rights-based appeals against deportation are very rare.

Because he’s clearly and unapologetically presenting the teachings of the Catholic Church.

As news comes out that Greta Thunberg and hundreds of other flotilla members are being tortured in Israeli 'prisons'. I ask you. Do you stand with Greta Thunberg? Spread the message Free Greta Thunberg if you do.

It has been blowing an absolute hooley overnight; apparently gusts reached 100 mph. Still really strong winds; they had to cancel the beach racing.