This might be my Roman empire actually.

Apparently, Rachel Reeves beat Rishi Sunak at a game of chess while in Davos at 1AM. Iconic if you ask me.

Rachel Reeves W. Oh, to be a fly on the wall.

Carole Malone is quite a character. Proclaiming that Rachel Reeves is physically unwell because she was apparently stuttering at Davos, is just weird. Some people stutter sometimes for no obvious reason. From the clips I've seen, it was really nothing worth Carole commenting on.

Do we think that Zack Polanski will stand in the by-election?

The most banter outcome would be for Andy Burnham to stand in the by-election and lose.

This obsession some people have with Andy Burnham's "return" to Parliament is equally as annoying as Nadine Dorries's obsession with Boris Johnson.

My concern is as follows: 1) Labour pick Andy Burnham. 2) The bond markets spook. 3) Farage capitalises on this and tries to force a GE.

I sincerely hope that Andy Burnham decides not to stand in the by-election. All I can forsee with this is a giant mess.

So, Andrew Gwynne is standing down, cue Andy Burnham comeback theories for the next six months. *sigh*.

People of Bluesky I need your help. I have a pair of canvas Dr Martens. How do I break them in overnight?

The job market for recent graduates these days is absolutely depressing, especially for disabled people.

This is my concern with a blanket ban, politicians like Kemi Badenoch, believe that it is a substitute for unregulated spaces, and technology companies will see it as a means of absolving themselves of responsibility concerning platform content. Blanket bans risk making child safety worse.

This is quite possibly the worst argument for age restrictions on social media, I have ever seen.

Incredible to think that chessgate got more scrutiny than Farage breaching the MP code of conduct seventeen times.

The media: Why is the PM never here in the UK? Also the media: Why isn't the PM at Davos with other world leaders?

Of all the seats that Zack Polanski could target at the next GE, he has his eyes on Walthamstow. There is nothing wrong with that in theory, but it says absolutely nothing positive about him and demonstrates where his priorities lie; kicking down strong Labour women instead of targeting Reform.

Nasty behaviour from Zack Polanski. Going after Stella Creasy speaks volumes of his character. Stella cares deeply about the people of Walthamstow and is an exemplary back bencher. If Zack goes up against her in the next GE, I hope he loses big time.

In stating that Starmer needs to "stand up to Donald Trump", Ed Davey should be forced to detail exactly what constitutes "standing up". Does it mean a trade war or something else? Whether it is the former or the latter, what are the economic and social consequences? Otherwise, it's just posturing.

The Greens: Trump is an idiot and cannot be reasoned with therefore we must do x. Also The Greens: Let's sit down with Putin and see if he will give up his nuclear weapons, while we disarm. The last nation to do that was Ukraine and look how that turned out.

Well, well, well.

PSA for absolutely everyone: Stating that tarrifs are in nobody's interest is not the same as ruling them out.

Decent people know you don’t count white faces and pretend it tells you something about integration

Childish, childish, childish. This party-political point-scoring must end. Ed Davey should be uniting behind Starmer, who is trying to address Trump's threats in the best way possible, not lying about appeasement for likes on social media.

If the UK had a full-blown trade war with America, I am sure that those complaining about a lack of reciprocal tariffs at this moment would resort to complaining about a trade war instead. I think discussion is the right way forward, for now at least. Starmer did not rule out tariffs in the future.

Starmer is damned if he does, dammed if he doesn't. The situation regarding Greenland is a matter of principle, but Starmer is also right to mention the cost of living in this context. Multiple things can be true at once. The fracturing of alliances has huge implications for the cost of living.

Ed Davey on Donald Trump: "This is a very serious matter". Ed Davey, two seconds later: *time for some political point scoring* Also, FYI, Ed: Starmer knows exactly the sort of man Trump is; suggesting he doesn't is rather ridiculous. Enough of this sanctimonious posturing.

"When America sneezes, the rest of the world catches a cold, and right now, we've got the f*cking plague"- my gay best friend.

F*ck all the way off. www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2025/09...

Zack Polanski acting all high and mighty, over Trump is extremely irritating. Everyone, including Keir Starmer, knows and has known for a long time that Trump is a complete madman, but unlike Polanski, Starmer is the PM, his words and actions have consequences for millions. Polanski's do not.

One wrong move could spell the rewiring of the international order, on a level we have not seen since WW2, and all Laura Kuenssberg appears to be interested in is polling figures, three years out from a GE. Also, where is Farage?

I have blocked Zack Polanski on every social media platform and I have to say, I feel better in the knowledge that I don't have to see his childish and blatantly dishonest content on my timeline. I am not usually one for blocking people, but life's too short so I have opted to prioritise sanity.

Those who insisted that Kamala Harris is equally as bad as Trump, what are your thoughts now he is attempting to force the globe to surrender Greenland? Genuine question.

I think Starmer is starting to lose his rag with Trump, now.

Has anyone got a boycott list of American companies? If so, can they please share? I will be aiming to boycott as many as possible.

I have to hand it to Badenoch here, this is a mature and level headed response. Credit where credit is due.

The Government's PR team should hire @warrenoates1.bsky.social.

Robert Jenrick defecting to Reform is the political equivalent of Hermes changing their name to Evri, thinking that customers wouldn't notice.

Robert Jenrick defecting to Reform is the political equivalent of Hermes changing their name to Evri, thinking that customers wouldn't notice.

Petition for the broadcasters to play, Entrance of the Gladiators, everytime Reform hold a press conference.

Horrific in the Lords debates on assisted dying today. Lord Falconer: “Choice is the key thing. Your financial position might be an element in what makes you reach a decision.” No. It is not a free choice if financial considerations push you towards ending your own life.

Just seen a post suggesting that Rachel Reeves is the Reform defector. 1. Rachel is in her dream job right now, why would she give it up? 2. She is too much of a feminist for the Reform boys club. 3. She isn't socially or fiscally right wing enough for them. 4. She's clearly a Brownite at heart.

Going to a Labour Party event very soon. My first ever. The dress code is smart. Any fashion tips appreciated, and yes I am wearing my Dr Martens because no other shoe compares.

Chat, is this real?

Anyone who thinks Wes Streeting is going to defect to Reform, fundamentally misunderstands Wes Streeting and Labour Party factions.

Roxy: "it is just too big of a gamble for the Traitors to take". Rachel: internally *oh my sweet summer child you are so stupid* #TheTraitors

Not only is The Traitors a great concept of a show but the editing and production values are truly outstanding. #TheTraitors

Thoughts and prayers with Chris Mason at this difficult time.

@jamesdaustin.bsky.social My Traitors thread is here.