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@mattukernow.bsky.social

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Arboriculturist in Cornwall. Mostly here for #TheArchers. You've been warned.

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Matt @mattukernow.bsky.social · Apr 12

My research paper "the impact of temperature and precipitation on radial growth rates of street trees: a case study of Plymouth". Unfortunately it's behind a pay wall as I can't afford to publish it open access, but happy to send it to anyone who wants to read it.
www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10....

The impact of temperature and precipitation on radial growth rates of street trees: a case study of Plymouth, Southwest England

Growth rates of urban trees are poorly understood. Limited research has been undertaken to assess the impact of drought, temperature, and precipitation on trees in the urban environment. The annual...

www.tandfonline.com

Matt @mattukernow.bsky.social · 1h

Texture like sun.

Matt @mattukernow.bsky.social · 1h

Cardiff introduces tax on wankers.
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

Cardiff set to impose SUV parking premium after council approval

Owners of large cars such as SUVs would be charged more to encourage switching to smaller vehicles.

Matt @mattukernow.bsky.social · 4h

I just snorted tea down myself reading this.

Matt @mattukernow.bsky.social · 6h

By dying he got off lightly. #TheArchers

Matt @mattukernow.bsky.social · 12h

Oh I quite like Jasmine. I can't stand Tom - smug, posh, arrogant.

Matt @mattukernow.bsky.social · 22h

Names are branding?

Matt @mattukernow.bsky.social · 22h

I worked as a lifeguard as a teenager. I'll admit, it was quite a while ago, but I'm reasonably sure swimming came up in the interview.

Matt @mattukernow.bsky.social · 23h

As someone from the southwest, I would like to add that it sounds nothing like any west country accent. #TheArchers

Matt @mattukernow.bsky.social · 1d

Don't get this calibre of jokes with Radio 2 programmes. #TheArchers

Matt @mattukernow.bsky.social · 1d

It's a real tribute to R4 actors that even though it's a fictional county, you still know they're doing a hash of the accent. #TheArchers

Matt @mattukernow.bsky.social · 1d

The shock of Mulligan's death is playing havoc with Mulligan's Daughter's accent. It's all over the place. #TheArchers

Matt @mattukernow.bsky.social · 1d

I don't give a fuck about the pub competition. #TheArchers

Matt @mattukernow.bsky.social · 1d

That was surprisingly thoughtfully done from David. #TheArchers

Matt @mattukernow.bsky.social · 1d

I am not comfortable with David talking about teats. #TheArchers

Matt @mattukernow.bsky.social · 1d

Joyce's more accessible sequel. #TheArchers

Matt @mattukernow.bsky.social · 1d

'Poor Mulligan's daughter' is a wonderful folk song. #TheArchers

Matt @mattukernow.bsky.social · 1d

Once again, does no one in Ambridge own a phone? #TheArchers

Matt @mattukernow.bsky.social · 1d

She wants to destroy the planet for financial gain. That's fairly evil.

Matt @mattukernow.bsky.social · 1d

Rachel Reeves is fucking evil.
www.theguardian.com/politics/202...

Nature groups rebuke Reeves for ‘cynical’ 11th-hour planning bill changes

Chancellor accused of removing environmental protections to win short-term growth and save her budget

www.theguardian.com

Matt @mattukernow.bsky.social · 1d

Well, I have an update today...

Matt @mattukernow.bsky.social · 1d

You should get him a little collar and lead.

Matt @mattukernow.bsky.social · 1d

We were forced to do folk dancing in school and the mental scarring has lasted a lifetime.

Matt @mattukernow.bsky.social · 1d

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Matt @mattukernow.bsky.social · 1d

FUCK OFF, I'VE GOT SO MUCH TO DO, YOU BASTARD

Matt @mattukernow.bsky.social · 1d

It's a great film, but as a pagan, I feel I should object to the characterisation.