Tariffs, Trump, Terroir A year since Trump’s ‘Liberation Day’ duties on US trade partners, many had to negotiate ‘reciprocal’ trade agreements to avoid tariffs By John A Clarke

The ascent of man A poem from one of our regular contributors which almost certainly has nothing whatsoever to do with recent events… By Steve Pottinger @bigstevepoet.bsky.social

In a multiparty system, first past the post no longer works After a drubbing in local elections, Labour must make bold policy changes and implementing electoral reform is a top priority By Andy Brown @andybrown1951.bsky.social

As a national treasure, Sir David Attenborough turns 100. Here's a fantastic recollection from East Anglia's Editor in Chief, Anna Damski, interviewing Sir David back in the 1990s, not for Bylines but for British Airways' in-house magazine. Really good read 👇 @eastangliabylines.co.uk

The People’s Emergency Briefing: essential viewing A 50-minute film brings home the immediacy of the need to address the climate crisis and how it is already impacting on our daily lives By Su O'Brien

David Attenborough: 100 years of life on Earth We should reflect on how we can develop Attenborough's legacy | Ross McNally @rossmcnally.bsky.social @sussexbylines.co.uk

We are still livestreaming results and conversation from the May 2026 Holyrood and Senedd elections, and local councils across England till around 7.30 pm when we expect all results to be in. Tune in here 👇

The People’s Emergency Briefing: essential viewing A 50-minute film brings home the immediacy of the need to address the climate crisis and how it is already impacting on our daily lives By Su O'Brien

The Bylines Network livestream is providing fascinating commentary on the Scottish and Welsh results all day long, with lots of great guests! Check it out anytime --> www.youtube.com/watch?v=ks1C...

Reminder that we are livestreaming results and conversation from the May 2026 Holyrood and Senedd elections, and local councils across England. Tune in here 👇

The people v Leeds Bradford Airport - a new chapter begins  Night flights ruled illegal by a public enquiry continue to operate but Leeds City Council could now take action to restore control By Nick Hodgkinson

From Apollo to Artemis: progress, power, and the costs we do not count Human invention has let us see our planet from its own moon, but do we really appreciate the true costs and responsibility that brings? By Mike Chitty @mikechitty.bsky.social

The horror in Gaza is not only the children being killed. It’s the children who vanish – separated from parents, buried unidentified, detained, orphaned, lost in the collapse of an entire society. A powerful and heartbreaking report.

Tune into the Bylines Scotland elections livestream tomorrow, 10.30am-7.30pm, for coverage of the results from Scotland and Wales as they come in, with live analysis from special guests

Remember that we have elections in Scotland and Wales tomorrow, and don't let anyone put you off voting by telling you that it's meaningless or 'boring'. There could be a political earthquake in Wales this time around, and Scotland doesn't need people dismissing its outcome. 🗳️

Drunk in charge of the machinery of government? New Green MP Hannah Spencer is a breath of fresh air in the Palace of Westminster, but the smell of alcohol is getting up her nose By Sue Wilson MBE

“Angry and let down”: nurses respond to the annual pay rise The 2026 pay award to nurses fails to take account of rising inflation, resulting in real term pay cuts for nurses By Joely Thompson

Part 3 of our election mini series, this time focusing on Wales with @bylines.cymru's Co-Editor in Chief, Dr Charles Smith detailing what to look out for in the next few days. Will Labour's 20 year rule end? what will the Senedd look like? and who will the big winners be? shorturl.at/ziLtm

Bylines Network is changing the media landscape. No hidden agenda, no broligarchs, we are journalism for the people by the people. For the real talk on the elections from citizens like you, tune in to the livestream on Friday, ask questions, share your perspective and be part of the conversation.👇

Why local democracy still matters Local councillors united across party lines to reject harmful gas drilling near Scarborough showing why local democracy remains vital By Andy Brown

Tune into the Bylines Scotland elections livestream this Friday, 10.30am-7.30pm, for coverage of the results from Scotland and Wales as they come in, with live analysis from special guests www.youtube.com/channel/UC3r...

Will Europe stand with the oppressor or the people of Iran? The Iranian regime’s policy of harsh repression is a symptom of weakness and fear – the people of Iran need action now from the UK and EU By Dr Ela Zabihi

Entitled: or how states shape the US vote Attempts to gerrymander and manipulate eligible voters in the US mid-terms in November reflect Trump’s unpopularity and need for control By J 'Masharubu' Strauss

Could York lead the way to democratic renewal? A decisive York council vote underscores cross-party action as the key route to drive national electoral reform By Compass York and North Yorkshire

Justice at human scale: ethics, law, and the structures we need Justice fails at scale as law serves power and accountability emerges locally where decisions meet consequences and ethics become real By Dr Paul Kamill

Yorkshire beach retains its title as one of England’s dirtiest Scarborough South Bay gets a Brown Flag award for third year, Bridlington South Beach improves – Yorkshire beaches are still mid-league By Yorkshire Bylines

Time to retire Yorkshire and the Humber? Yorkshire and the Humber is still used in official language –but the region it describes no longer exists in any meaningful sense By John Hall

Why has Sir Olly Robbins been thrown under the bus?  The removal of senior civil servant Sir Olly Robbins highlights much deeper failures in vetting, timing, and political accountability By John Cole

Final cast announced! Two days to go - book now Join us for the return of Britain’s most important political play with a stellar cast and renowned post-show discussion panel. 50 years on, Destiny is still the definitive analysis of far-right populism and how to stop it bit.ly/EdgarDestiny

Why local democracy still matters Local councillors united across party lines to reject harmful gas drilling near Scarborough showing why local democracy remains vital By Andy Brown @andybrown1951.bsky.social

Time to retire Yorkshire and the Humber? Yorkshire and the Humber is still used in official language –but the region it describes no longer exists in any meaningful sense By John Hall @johnfromyorkshire.bsky.social

The sons of Shem: colonialism, identity, and a stolen word On how the labels we use to define each other can be used to justify false answers to complex truths By Dr Paul Kamill

Tariffs, Trump, Terroir | A year since Trump’s ‘Liberation Day’ duties on US trade partners, many had to negotiate ‘reciprocal’ trade agreements to avoid tariffs | John A Clarke

The people v Leeds Bradford Airport - a new chapter begins  Night flights ruled illegal by a public enquiry continue to operate but Leeds City Council could now take action to restore control By Nick Hodgkinson

Finally, this story is hitting the headlines - and some of the survivors have waited 40 years for this to happen. They need to receive justice now, and never again should their case be pushed into the long grass. BBC News - www.bbc.co.uk/news/article... @nooneabove.bsky.social

Drunk in charge of the machinery of government? New Green MP Hannah Spencer is a breath of fresh air in the Palace of Westminster, but the smell of alcohol is getting up her nose By Sue Wilson MBE @suewilson91.bsky.social

Rep. Ro Khanna says he pushed the British ambassador to have King Charles III meet with Epstein survivors—or at minimum address them publicly—calling the refusal “tone deaf” and a missed chance to show that no one is above the law.

Channel 4 Exclusive! King's Private Estate tried to sell toxic land to Council Watch tonight for more! @channel4news.bsky.social @bylinesnetwork.co.uk climatewithbrian.com/2026/04/27/c...

Did you know that just $10 could feed Samaa's whole family? It won't be the most nutritious food, which costs a lot more, but it will ease their hunger for a day - yet days go by without them receiving that much, and with no work to be had, it's their only income. chuffed.org/project/157569 #Gaza 🍉

In London on 3 May? Then you MUST come to this. It’s packed with famous acting folk. It’s full of well-known political commentators. It’s essential. Get booking! www.thecockpit.org.uk/show/david_e...

50 years later… it’s back. A special production. Get tickets here—> www.thecockpit.org.uk/show/david_e...

Join us and Byline Times for the return of Britain’s most important political play with a stellar cast and renowned post-show discussion panel. 50 years on, Destiny is still the definitive analysis of far-right populism and how to stop it 3 May, The Cockpit, London. Book now: bit.ly/EdgarDestiny

Could York lead the way to democratic renewal? A decisive York council vote underscores cross-party action as the key route to drive national electoral reform By Su O'Brien

Harrogate Spring Flower Show – in full bloom again Those tell-tale signs of spring mean it must be time to look forward to the return of the north of England’s biggest flower show By Su O'Brien

Harrogate Spring Flower Show – in full bloom again Those tell-tale signs of spring mean it must be time to look forward to the return of the north of England’s biggest flower show By Su O'Brien

Where does Hungary's election leave EU enlargement? The end of Orbán’s rule exposes uncertainties over the future of European expansion plans, even as the UK pushes for closer EU alignment By Tony Burke

The sons of Shem: colonialism, identity, and a stolen word On how the labels we use to define each other can be used to justify false answers to complex truths By Dr Paul Kamill

Why has Sir Olly Robbins been thrown under the bus?  The removal of senior civil servant Sir Olly Robbins highlights much deeper failures in vetting, timing, and political accountability By John Cole

Aligning with the EU: what are we waiting for? Since Keir Starmer is being assailed from all sides on his plans for EU alignment, might he not just as well risk an even bolder move? By Sue Wilson MBE

Trump’s edge-of-the-seat show: ‘Ignite the world’ President Trump, one-time gameshow host, has turned the world into his personal theatre – but it’s looking ever more like a disaster movie By Patrick Wright