Political donations = corruption. Super-rich buy influence and power. Parties reward them - organize threatening issues off the agenda, provide tax perks to the rich, crony contracts, VIP lanes, honours. Can't have democracy without banning political donations.

Just a reminder for today, #ShroveTuesday #PancakeDay 🥞

No one, 50y ago, would believe a drug-addled dunderhead could be a health secretary. Especially not in the most advanced high tech country in the world. We can laugh at the stupidity but the destruction of US science, the EPA, the FDA & CDC sets back not just the US, but world health by decades.

My regular political round-up for Central Bylines. Reposts would be much appreciated! centralbylines.co.uk/politics/a-l...

Pan-seared salmon fillet served with coffee and maple syrup–braised fennel, creamed feta, potato rosti, wilted spinach, baby corn and tender green beans.

Take life day by day and be grateful for the little things. Don’t get caught up in what you can’t control, but, control what you can. Accept and make the best of it, build on it and remember, tomorrow is another day, more importantly, remember, you are enough.

Today was one of those work days that can absolutely get in the bin!

To see the world clearly is to feel it deeply and sometimes, to weep for it.

A comforting roast chicken dinner with Yorkshire pudding and rich gravy, buttery mash, cavolo nero, roasted beetroot, broccoli and carrots, Boston beans and a tarragon-butter fricassée of leeks, peas, spinach and mushrooms.

Lighter days and sun are coming! 🌞

“You boy, has the PM, the one who is a former Barrister and DPP said anything about Venezuela yet and International Law?” The silence is deafening!

Butter-baked smoked haddock with lemon and capers, nestled alongside new potatoes, tenderstem broccoli and baby corn, all resting on a rich fricassée of butter beans, mushrooms and leeks, gently herbed.

Happy New Year One & All 🍾🥂

Christmas and New Year can be a really tough time for many. The Samaritans are there for everyone who needs someone to listen – day or night, no judgement, no pressure. You don’t have to cope alone. Call free day or night on 116 123 💚 @samaritans

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Not just the half term — the whole term has been hard, humbling & rewarding. SEMH, pastoral care & safeguarding work asks a lot & life outside school had its moments too… but we got through. That matters, that more than matters. Grateful 🙏🏻❤️

#Liverpool ❤️

“Sometimes your mind plays tricks on you. It can tell you you're no good, that it's all hopeless. But remember this, you are loved, and important, and bring to this world things no one else can. So hold on.” Charlie Mackesy - The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse.

Which is exactly what narcissists do!

Little wins! 😂

Christmas and New Year can be the toughest of times for so many people. The Samaritans are there 24/7/365! 📱 116 123 💚 #AdventThoughts

“And those who were seen dancing were thought to be insane by those who could not hear the music.”

Hello December 🎄

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This storm is making me tired," said the boy. "Storms get tired too," said the horse. "So hold on," The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse by Charlie Mackesy.

Magical Malta 🇲🇹

Magical Malta 🇲🇹

Magical Malta 🇲🇹

Is one sweating now?!

Malta has been such a joy — beautiful island, wonderful people. The Maltese and so many others from around the world live and work together here with such warmth and ease. A lovely reminder of how good it feels when everyone just gets along 🇲🇹 💛 Only 350 photographs to sort through 📷

Good morning from sunny Malta 🇲🇹☀️ It’s set to reach 27° today 🥵 I’ve got hundreds of photos to sort through before sharing a gallery soon 📸

Another wonderful day in Malta 🇲🇹 Sunset view from the Skyroom bar!

Good morning from Malta 🇲🇹

It’s a lovely view from our balcony at night too! I’m going to try and catch the sunrise and sunset whilst we are here! 🇲🇹

Well, we are not disappointed with the view from our balcony! ❤️🇲🇹

Malta 🇲🇹 here we come! ✈️

That’s the alarm set, in preparation for the taxi arriving at 04:20 to whisk us off to the airport! 🇲🇹

Sunday supper! Sliced chicken breast and halloumi coated in za’tar and honey with fresh figs. This was on a bed of baby salad leaves, rocket and red onion pickled in lemon juice and chill flakes with fresh mint and finished with a sprinkling of crushed pistachios!

One small act of kindness can turn someone’s whole day around. Imagine the impact if we all tried ✨ #BeKind #Kindness #KindnessMatters

One for those who also love the autumn season. 🍁 Rakuyou 落葉 Japanese; the many fallen coloured leaves of Autumn. (Pronunciation: Ra-ku-yo!)

For those of us whose working week ends tomorrow 🥳 For those who work weekends, I hope that you get to smile too and for all, that kindness radiates throughout your day!

Well, I think today’s plans are out the window and blowing in the wind! ☔️ 💨

Hello October 🍁 A month of colour, crisp mornings and cosy evenings. Let’s welcome the change and look for the beauty in every day.

We often talk about triggers — the things that set off stress. But did you know the opposite exists too? They’re called glimmers. Small moments of joy, safety or connection that remind us we’re okay. A bird singing, sunlight on your face, a kind smile. #Glimmers #Wellbeing #PositiveMentalHealth

As the Prime Minister arrives in Merseyside today, the region’s diverse communities have a strong message for him - you must stand up for as against the rising tide of far right racism in the country www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/news/liverpo...

This morning’s bus stop view 🌅 #BusStopView #HappyFriday