Every second of free time you have ever had in your life was subsidized by the existence of the combine harvester.
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Every second of free time you have ever had in your life was subsidized by the existence of the combine harvester.
Me on Clapham Common at the end of my run. I’m wearing grey and orange shorts and smiling. The sky is very blue and I’m standing by a pond.
First 6km of the month.
Not bad for a 58 year old bloke who was told he’d be dead before he got to 50.
HIV treatment works. Tell everyone.
Gas and oil windfall tax?
Having spent some time interacting with the CJS as an expert witness. I have seen many of the problems first hand. Change is difficult but careful reform/streamlining of the jury system is required.
Today’s announcement that the Government will be expanding available dental school places is another step forward following the University of Portsmouth’s success with achieving Dental Authority Status this year👇🏻
www.stephenmorgan.org.uk/dental-school-places/
I mean, we've both taxed the wealthy and massively invested in public services...
I think we've got to the right place on this: protecting individuals whilst maintaining freedom to criticise beliefs and ideas.
Rape victims deserve a justice system that pursues perpetrators, not one that feels like it is judging them.
We are introducing Independent Legal Advisors for rape victims, ensuring they have dedicated support and protection throughout the justice process.
www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/home...
It’s clear that Travelodge failed to protect a woman who deserved much more than an apology and an insulting £30 voucher as compensation for her ordeal.
www.itv.com/news/meridia...
IFG has confirmed that "The government’s approach to modelling of the impact of the [courts] reforms is sound." I had a lot of questions about the proposed reforms but I've been convinced that not only is it necessary, it's also proportionate. @sarahsackman.bsky.social
modernising.justice.gov.uk
Glass bottles shown on an illustrated wave pattern with text explaining Wales can include glass in their DRS for drinks containers.
A image of someone cleaning their hands with a wet wipe and text explaining Scotland has banned the sale of wet wipes containing plastic.
A deep blue, calm sea image with text explaining large areas of the global ocean will be protected from damaging activities now the High Seas Treaty has passed Royal Assent.
Three cheers for ocean wins!
This week we’ve had some great news for our seas:
1) Wales can include glass in their DRS (October 2027)
2) Plastic in wet wipes banned in Scotland (like the rest of the UK)
3) The UK Government is one big step closer to ratifying the High Seas Treaty.
A Labour graphic stating I just voted to expand access to free school meals and lift 100000 kids out of poverty
Last night, Labour MPs just voted to expand free school meals to half a million more children, lifting 100,000 children out of poverty. 📈
Disappointingly, the Tories and Reform UK voted against the measures. 🤷🏻♀️
Only Labour will give children growing up in our country the best start in life. 🌹
Whilst the news is monopolised with the Iran our Labour gov continues to deliver for the British people. Further measures to protect women and girls delivering on manifesto commitments alongside strengthening our communities and helping 16 year olds with vocational options 👏👏👏
Primary Teachers! I’m giving a science week talk this morning about the behaviour of light, based on my book “How to Find a Rainbow” and using some quite magical science demonstrations! You could do something similar (you don’t need me) using the resources here:
'Those who, like myself, are in communication with the advanced thought and thinkers throughout the world know that hundreds – nay, thousands – of women have thrown off the yoke of superstition and are thinking for themselves and working for others.'
Lady Florence Dixie (1855-1905) [pictured].
A powerful letter from Louise Shackleton in The Observer, sharing what choice at the end of life meant for her husband Antony.
Louise’s words are a reminder that this debate is about the comfort that choice can bring. #AssistedDying @theobserveruk.bsky.social
Chancellor Rachel Reeves says the UK is ready to support a coordinated release of IEA oil reserves to help stabilise fuel prices
She spoke with G7 finance ministers on the economic impact of the Iran conflict this afternoon
Public support for US attack on Iran down 10 points since last week. 59% oppose to 25% support. Tory supporters now evenly split. Another Keminaissance triumph.
Words fail me.
Urgh. Have passed my best to Hannah through a mutual friend. No one should have to put up with this nonsense.
Have I Got News For You obviously haven't heard of women
♻️ The Big Plastic Count is here! For one week starting today, thousands of people will be counting every piece of plastic packaging they throw away. Together, we’ll uncover the true scale of the UK’s big plastic problem.
👉 You can access your starter pack and join here: thebigplasticcount.com
ICYMI: The SEND system is failing too many children, families and schools.
This white paper is an opportunity to put it right. Please share your experience through my survey so I can take your voice directly to the minister. www.surveymonkey.com/r/SouthNorfo...
We need roughly 60 more women in Parliament to achieve gender parity with the general population - could one of them be you or a friend of yours? If so, #askhertostand
5050parliament.co.uk/ask-her-to-s...
I am a Member of Parliament today in part because of the brilliant work from groups supporting women in politics, like the Labour Womens’ Network, and the work of so many other amazing women who we celebrate on International Women’s Day.
Hypatia being confronted by a Christian mob.
Happy International Women’s Day to everyone except Cyril of Alexandria.
Yep. The idea that the cabinet actually debating ideas, policies and difficult decisions is bad is *quite* the take. Yet another regular criticism that takes not much thought at all to unpick, and yet very little unpicking seems to happen in much of the Westminster press.
Starmer’s Love Actually moment was deliberate because he believes in the rules-based world order - he was not bullied into it by Ed Miliband. My piece for @theobserveruk.bsky.social on the rupture in the special relationship observer.co.uk/news/nationa...
Heating oil prices are surging & rural families are being hit first.
I have joined colleagues in the Labour Rural Research Group to write to ministers calling for a four point action plan to protect off grid homes and businesses from unfair price spikes.
Rural Britain must not be left exposed.
This is really worth reading, not least as it highlights how the 'Hero Voter' idea has been twisted beyond all recognition in most commentary and Westminster briefing.
