For those interested in Long Covid, this might be worthwhile to attend. The event will be online

An important thought! A wake up call!!

#bbcqt “What can Trump teach the UK about immigration?” Seriously?! Can Trump teach us anything?! Why Trump special? Is the UK being severely undermined?

To which end, I highly commend the moral clarity of this excellent article by @rfhaviland.bsky.social @bylinesnetwork.co.uk bylines.scot/politics/sta...

Bill to keep an eye on for #Biodiversity - signing Britain up to the #HighSeas Treaty. Second Reading in the Commons on October 16 www.gov.uk/government/n...

Worthwhile to read in full! “The problem is that he [Starmer]’s unwilling to challenge Farage – even at his most disgusting and inhumane – on what the latter says about refugees, because he fears that, on that issue, it’s Farage who is seen as the patriot by those voters that Labour most covet.”

Perfect analysis!

This time I contributed with my own story for My Scotland when I first arrived in 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 💙. When things don’t go quite right during a hill walk… Want to tell yours? Email [email protected]

"This government has already ignored the independent Committee on Climate Change (CCC) advice to the previous Government, which stated, in December 2020, that there should be no further increase in airport capacity unless it was matched by restrictions at other airports." by Jonathan Fox #Rosebank

14 years for red paint if you're an activist. Zero arrests for red paint when it's used to intimidate immigrants in our communities. Prof Richard Murphy re-examines the idea of two-tier policing. @eastangliabylines.co.uk @richardjmurphy.bsky.social

Did you know that we have a national poetry competition? The first winners will be announced on Wednesday 27 August at 6pm. Read Jimmy Andrex's preview. yorkshirebylines.co.uk/news/bylines...

A must read. Excellent analysis from @nuthmani.bsky.social. “We promote learning about sustainability and climate change, yet deny the link between colonisation, climate justice and famine.”

Our beautiful and natural land must be respected. Worthwhile a listen to keep updated on this idea… 👇👇

A great story! Scotland is marvellous but get prepared for facing its weather!

The humour and singing were fantastic – what really reached out to my neurodivergent mind was the deep, meaningful and personal connections | James Jobson

You may think of Reform UK as just anti-immigration. However it’s also anti-civil servants, anti- economic rules, anti-standards In short, it’s anti-functioning government. So what would a Reform UK govt look like?

It’s our birthday today and we are turning three years old! A day to celebrate with our team the power of independent citizen journalism!

The good news today is that Samaa had another scan and the baby is doing well. Julia is looking forward to meeting her sister. The bad news is that they had had no donations today, last I heard. Can you help? www.gofundme.com/f/brgdd-help... @mommunism.bsky.social @lexialex.bsky.social #MutualAid 🍉

Nigel Farage says 16 & 17 year olds shouldn’t be allowed to vote in England, yet he’s ok with an 18 yr old being in charge of a £616 million council budget or a 19 year old (in uni) in charge of family & children’s services Why? Because they support him but the vast majority of young people don’t

Wonderful and so sad 😢. What’s wrong with humanity!?

I have recently become a volunteer with my dog for the charity Pets as Therapy and I now visit a hospice once a week. I would recommend it to anyone who has the time to spare, if their dog (or cat) likes being petted. It brings so much comfort and joy and it is very rewarding work.

Loneliness is a common social phenomenon amongst older adults, but connecting animals with pet lovers can alleviate this social crisis and bring benefits to both | @jolk.bsky.social #Loneliness #Wellbeing #Charity #Scotland🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

Excellent piece from @charliemac2204.bsky.social Worth a read!

Opinion piece by John Redpath, SNP Candidate for Ettrick, Roxburgh & Berwickshire | John Redpath

Fingers crossed it’s available soon for our NHS!

Happy birthday 🇨🇦!

Excellent analysis from @cluthaman.bsky.social! “[…] Once here, they [non-doms] will want to protect the system that favours them. How might that be done? By funding think tanks, political donations and media ownership.”

Another great story submitted to My Scotland! Do you have one that connects you to Scotland? If so, get in touch! 📩 [email protected]

One to pay attention to!

Is history repeating itself as Starmer decides to join US and Israel on Iran's nuclear facilities? Wasn't enough all the consequences due to the war in Iraq?! Will UK be a crowd follower eternally?

MyScotland Amazing stories from all over the world - the latest from New Zealand. Your stories our connections - submit your personal connections, memories or experiences to: [email protected] In a climate of less positive news our readers really appreciate the human voice of your tales.

West Bank under siege as Gazan internet access is severed While the world is preoccupied with its war with Iran, Israel has surrounded the West Bank, and Gaza has lost access to communications | Jennie Kermode

If you are curious to know what involves being an editor and/or a writer for Bylines Scotland, these webinars are for you!

Want to know more from us? Come along to our webinars Monday the 9th or Thursday the 12th! #IndieNewsWeek #BylinesScotland

Another heartbreaking story. What Netanyahu is doing is what Germany did with Jewish people…

Ocean is a compelling and challenging documentary about the natural world and man’s affect on it | Charlie McCarthy @charliemac2204.bsky.social

We as independent journalists need to be smart… Read in full! www.theguardian.com/politics/202...

“Beyond the financials, nuclear represents a specific vision of governance; centralised, top-down, and resistant to scrutiny. A small number of well-connected corporations manage most facilities.”

@stephengethins.bsky.social commenting on job losses in the oil sector in Aberdeen announced yesterday, 7 May 2025 @cluthaman.bsky.social @ronniebarbour.bsky.social

Do you have any connection with Scotland and/or make part of a Scottish diaspora? We've been receiving wonderful stories that you can read below! We would love to hear your story, if you have one! Please send it to [email protected]

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Virginia Giuffre has died from suicide at the age 41. What can we do to protect sexual abuse whistleblowers like her? | Jennie Kermode @jenniekermode.bsky.social

This weekend's @theipaper cartoon #Farage #ReformUK #LocalElections2025

A must read article! A wake up call for EU before the next sanction votes. Returning Russian assets would be a green light for authoritarian regimes’ aggression

Worthwhile listening to our wonderful testimonials! We are all thankful for the team we form!

More than ever we have to do all we can to support Independent media, citizen journalists that speak #TruthToPower

Worthwhile a read from top to bottom. Gender complexities linked to hormone balance and behavioural patterns since birth and more. “[…] gender identities have been constructed, marginalised, or erased, particularly within colonised societies.”

Do you have any connection with Scotland and/or make part of a Scottish diaspora? If so, we would love to hear your story! Please send it to [email protected]. We've been receiving wonderful stories that you can read below!

Worthwhile a read, or even better, listening to this interview!

Pay attention to this thread and find out what is the reality of austerity and the lack of empathy for those in need! It's not common to have this well exposed. #CitizenJournalism