Decision in the Sandie Peggie case. She was not directly or indirectly discriminated against, her claim of victimisation fails entirely, her claim of harassment fails largely and her claim against Beth Upton fails entirely. www.judiciary.uk/judgments/sa...

Solidarity with Palestine: www.democratic-left.scot/post/in-soli... / @calumbairdsongs.bsky.social @cathiell.bsky.social @balaitous.bsky.social @rednecklefty.bsky.social @rightsandroses.bsky.social @bellacaledonia.bsky.social @jonmolyneux.bsky.social @hariborafferty.bsky.social

If you receive legal threats from Nigel Farage for your reporting of Reform, please get in touch. We have employed a defamation lawyer specifically for this purpose and would love to help (and we do so on non-commercial terms). www.theguardian.com/politics/202...

"The 'reduction in enthusiasm' [for climate action] among rich nations didn’t happen by accident. It’s the product of a deliberate and systematic assault on knowledge by some of the richest people on Earth. Preventing climate breakdown means protecting ourselves from the storm of lies."

Yikes

75 years ago, the ECHR was signed after the horrors of the war. Today, Nigel Farage and many Westminster politicians want to tear up the laws that protect our basic human rights. Our rights are not Westminster’s to take away. We will stand firmly against that.

Which direction for France? www.democratic-left.scot/post/which-w... / @pcf.bsky.social @balaitous.bsky.social @cathiell.bsky.social @maudvergnol.bsky.social @rolfent.bsky.social @philippebouyssou.bsky.social @newscots4indy.bsky.social @amendlocke.bsky.social @glasgowforeurope.bsky.social

Great news from Caerphilly with a decisive Plaid victory and huge by-election turnout.

Right now, a group of EU leaders want to scrap laws that protect our air, water and nature - in an attempt to please Trump. We can’t let that happen. Join 83,000 Europeans saying no to fossil fuels, yes to a fair, green Europe. Sign now: go.wemove.eu/trump-deal

Dewch ymlaen Plaid Cymru

Best wishes to all Plaid Cymru supporters for Thursday

On the anniversary of Aberfan we must think of the consequences of reckless exploitation of natural resources.

To be effective, protest must be noisy, obstructive, annoying. No longer is this allowed. Now the last attribute of effective dissent – persistence – is also to be banned. But the moment protest ceases to be effective is the moment democracy dies. www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...

"For us the fire has not ceased. It is, in fact, starting to glow." Palestinian poet Mosab Abu Toha tells @krishgm.bsky.social the ceasefire allows Gazans to find the loved ones and homes they've lost and reflect on two years of "genocide". Read and watch: www.channel4.com/news/no-guar...

Being Welsh is about belonging and shared values. I was a loud south-east London girl who became Welsh, heart and soul. Our Wales is one that welcomes, includes and builds, not one that divides. Proud to close an inspiring weekend at Plaid Cymru conference 💚🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

News blackout on SNP conference from msm? Mad and childish

This Is Fascism

Scotland is ready for the fresh start of independence - and today, our party has shown it’s united and determined to deliver it. Together, we’ll put Scotland’s future where it belongs: firmly in Scotland’s hands. 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

Yet again ch 4 news Catherine Sampson produced a strangulated account of SNP conference. No encounter with members, no account of the overwhelming vote in support of John Swinney. And nothing on STUCs speech this morning - accolade to our government

What was that interview with John Swinney on ch4 news just now?? Massively edited to the point of sound bites. I welcome a longer exposure of Plaid Cymru but they were given much longer to explain their ideas. Snp is treated very differently.

"Even if the shooting stops tomorrow, we’re looking at a tsunami of infections." British trauma surgeon Martin Griffiths, who's just returned from working in Gaza's Al-Mawasi hospital, tells @krishgm.bsky.social what Gaza needs now. Read and watch more here:

Today, we rejoice in the sight of children celebrating in Gaza, but we mourn for the children whose laughter we will never hear. My statement on the announcement of a ceasefire.

Rising bills. Falling living standards. The UK economic model is broken. Independence is the fresh start for Scotland - so we can build a wealthier, fairer nation shaped by the people who live here. 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿👉 yes.scot/decide

In Scotland two families own more wealth than 1.3 million people. We're one of the wealthiest countries in history, but that wealth is concentrated in the hands of a tiny few. That's why a wealth tax on the super-rich is supported by an overwhelming majority of Scots.

We just hit 93,000 members. We're polling on average higher than we have ever before. Over 1000 people joining a day! Join our movement. Join.greenparty.org.uk

Half of Scotland's land is owned by less than 1% of the people. We have some of the most unequal land distribution in Europe! It's time to curb the power of super rich land hoarders and start giving ordinary Scots and communities new opportunities.

Scotland has enormous resources and huge potential, but we are being held back by Westminster governments that treat us like an afterthought. It’s time for a fresh start. An independent Scotland. Today I have published our latest paper on what it could look like: www.gov.scot/publications...

Kemi Badenoch blames those crossing borders for our problems. It’s a lie aimed to distract. The real issue is a system protecting the super-rich while nurses & carers can’t make ends meet. Tax wealth fairly, fund public services properly. This is how we give Britain hope again.

www.bbc.co.uk/news/article.... A sign we all need to get the jag if we can

Defend Scottish journalism: www.democratic-left.scot/post/respond... / @nujofficial.bsky.social @mikeholme.bsky.social @moh-kohn.bsky.social @rachrua.bsky.social @davidalanmitch5.bsky.social @balaitous.bsky.social @cathiell.bsky.social @gerryhassan.bsky.social @reidfoundation.bsky.social

This is good news and welcome support for a European path for Moldova. The pressure and the disinformation from Russia have failed. Positive that the people of Moldova see their future in Europe.

Petition against digital ID cards hits major 1 million signatures milestone I’ve signed the petition against id cards. If you’re interested you can sign it here petition.parliament.uk/petitions/73... www.thenational.scot/news/2549834...

How can any government justify pushing children into poverty? It beggars belief that the UK Labour government still hasn’t committed to scrapping the cruel two-child cap. We are doing it in Scotland - while also delivering the Scottish Child Payment, the Baby Box, and more.

I am opposed to mandatory digital ID - people should be able to go about their daily lives without such infringements. That aside, by calling it BritCard, the Prime Minister seems to be attempting to force every Scot to declare ourselves British. I am a Scot. 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

For everyone that’s being lied to by the BBC.

Some of us do.

Wishing a happy, sweet and peaceful Rosh Hashanah to all those marking the start of the Jewish new year. Jewish communities are an integral part of Scotland and we stand firmly against antisemitism and all forms of racism. Shana Tova, from Scotland!

Farage’s plans to abolish Indefinite Leave to Remain would ruin lives and tear families apart. Rather than dismissing Reform’s xenophobic proposals as 'unrealistic' or 'unaffordable', our government should be clear that they are cruel and unjust. We must stand up for migrants' rights.

The UK Government’s recognition of Palestine is a welcome step, and one that is long overdue. But words alone will not stop the genocide in Gaza. Sanctions, an end to arms sales, a ban on goods from settlements, and the suspension of the UK–Israel trade deal must follow.

Finally! UK Government formally recognises state of Palestine www.thenational.scot/news/2548329...

The BBC should join the growing number of broadcasters to boycott Eurovision if Israel is involved. The UK should not take part in Eurovision Song Contest as genocide continues in Gaza. www.bbc.com/news/article...

Listening to Israeli spokesperson on news they seem to be claiming to be able to bomb Hamas anywhere in the world - that could mean here - if that’s what they think they can justify

Scotland is a nation - and nations have the right to decide their future. Today I have launched and signed the Right to Decide declaration. Let’s make Scotland’s voice heard loud and clear. Add your name here: yes.scot/decide