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Jemma Forte @jemmaforte.bsky.social · 4h

1970's: CEOs earn 20 x more than average worker
2025: CEOs earn 122 x more than average worker
The richest 1% own 50% of entire country's wealth.

Obscene inequality has been normalised.

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Catriona @catrio.bsky.social · 4h

Really! So why are you building super highways from Scotland to England whilst the highlands are left with overhead lines which meant we had no power for 5 days even though we are surrounded by wind farms and hydro?

It’s all about making sure England is ok and never mind the highlands

Catriona @catrio.bsky.social · 4h

I see you got the “let’s talk rubbish about Scotland” in parliament stick

Well done

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Could there be a simple positive reason for the reduction in the number of people accessing specialist alcohol and drugs treatment in Scotland – years of success in treatment programmes and Scot Gov s...

Professor John Robertson OBA, former opioid painkiller addict and ‘steady drinker’ to this day From Public Health Scotland today: In Phase One of this investigation PHS conducted intern…

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Catriona @catrio.bsky.social · 4h

They really are pathetic

Come on @melanieward.bsky.social answer the question!

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Angus Robertson @angusrobertson.bsky.social · 13h

Thanks to Palestinian Ambassador Zomlot for addressing SNP conference. Delighted to speak for the motion outlining Scotland’s continued stand for compassion, international law and humanitarian aid in Gaza and beyond. 🔗 www.edinburghnews.scotsman.com/news/opinion...

Support for future of Palestine - Angus Robertson

At SNP conference, members agreed a motion supporting the people of Palestine and expressing solidarity with participants in the Global Sumud Flotilla.

www.edinburghnews.scotsman.com

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Bob Doris MSP @bobdorissnp.bsky.social · 12h

Looking forward to seeing this new initiative being developed as part of our record investment in Scotland's NHS.

The SNP @snp.org · 1d

We’re opening new GP walk-in centres across Scotland, staffed by doctors and nurses, and you won't need an appointment.

Open from 12 to 8, 7 days a week, so you can get the care you need at a time that works for you.

Graphic with headline text “New GP Walk-In Centres.” Subtext reads “You can see a doctor without rushing to get an appointment.” Background image shows a stethoscope on a desk. SNP and Scottish flag logos appear at the bottom.

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Angus Robertson @angusrobertson.bsky.social · 9h

Scotland’s Youth Music Initiative is giving every child the chance to discover music, creativity and confidence. It’s a world-leading programme now celebrating 20 years of success. www.edinburghnews.scotsman.com/news/opinion...

YMI is music to Scottish ears - Angus Robertson

During Challenge Poverty Week, I welcomed the publication of a new review highlighting the impact of Scotland’s Youth Music Initiative.

www.edinburghnews.scotsman.com

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Angus Robertson @angusrobertson.bsky.social · 6h

📣Details of next Edinburgh Central SNP campaign sessions for Scottish Parliament elections🗳️

⬇️All welcome to join our excellent campaign team.
#SP26 #BothVotesSNP #ScottishParliamentElections

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Pete Wishart @petewishart.bsky.social · 6h

On Politics Live today talking about our plans to secure another independence referendum. I actually get an answer from a Labour politician on how we could leave this 'voluntary union'. Be set to be disappointed....

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Bob Doris MSP @bobdorissnp.bsky.social · 5h

Kurdish Advice Surgery

I’m co-hosting an advice surgery for the Kurdish Community on Tuesday 21 October from 6pm.

The venue is Maryhill Central Halls, G20 7YE.

No appointments required, but if you wish to get in touch, please email www.bob-doris.scot/contact

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The National @scotnational.bsky.social · 8h

NEW: Tommy Robinson's trial verdict has been delayed by three weeks because of his upcoming trip to Israel

Tommy Robinson’s trial verdict delayed because he is going to Israel

www.thenational.scot

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The National @scotnational.bsky.social · 10h

Trans people in the UK must not be left in an unacceptable 'intermediate zone' in the wake of the Supreme Court gender ruling, Europe’s human rights watchdog has warned 👇

UK Government must ensure trans rights after Supreme Court ruling, watchdog says

www.thenational.scot

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The National @scotnational.bsky.social · 9h

A planning application has been submitted to bring one of Glasgow's landmarks back into use

Plans to transform 121-year-old Glasgow hospital into 19 homes

www.thenational.scot

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weegingerdug @weegingerdug.bsky.social · 9h

My latest blog piece, Holyrood 2026, it's up to all of us now.

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Holyrood 2026, it’s up to all of us now

While we were busy with a visit from my husband’s family from the United States, the SNP party conference was taking place in Aberdeen. The party came out of the conference united behind the …

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The National @scotnational.bsky.social · 7h

Five Palestinians have been killed by Israeli forces despite a ceasefire agreement being implemented

Israel condemned for continued strikes in Gaza despite ceasefire agreement

www.thenational.scot

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The National @scotnational.bsky.social · 6h

Shetlanders could be left without internet for up to three weeks due to a damaged subsea cable

Shetlanders without internet 'for up to 3 weeks' due to damaged subsea cable

www.thenational.scot

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The National @scotnational.bsky.social · 7h

Human remains from the 19th and 20th centuries are set to be repatriated from a Scottish museum to South Africa 🇿🇦

Professor Steph Scholten said: 'The repatriation ... is a small step towards addressing the historical injustices caused by unethical colonial-era practices.'

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John Swinney @johnswinney.bsky.social · 7h

Free tuition.
Free prescriptions.
Scottish Child Payment.
Lowest council tax bills in the UK.
Peak rail fares gone for good.
Child poverty falling.

That is our SNP record and proof that self-government works.

Imagine how much more we could do with the powers of independence.

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Catriona @catrio.bsky.social · 4h

I’ve seen a few like that popping up, I think the bots and trolls have arrived 🤦🏻‍♀️

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Good Law Project @goodlawproject.bsky.social · 5h

If you want to meet a true believer in global heating, talk to an insurance actuary...

You can't fight the facts. Time for Keir Starmer to step up on the climate crisis.

https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2025/oct/14/millions-more-homes-in-great-britain-at-risk-of-flooding-investigation-finds

Towns may have to be abandoned due to floods with millions more homes in Great Britain at risk

Every constituency projected to be at greater risk, with many areas likely to be uninsurable, Guardian investigation finds

www.theguardian.com

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Donald Macaskill @drdmacaskill.bsky.social · 5h

I’m lighting this week’s #candleforcare thinking of all those affected by #babyloss and in particular those who have been grieving for many many years. #BabyLossAwarenessWeek #olderage #longgrief

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Parody Keir Starmer @parodypm.bsky.social · 4h

Poor Tommy Robinson. What possible reason could the border police have had for stopping a known criminal who is being investigated by HMRC from taking £13,000 in cash abroad while driving a Bentley that wasn’t his and refusing to answer their questions? It’s an outrage!

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Jolyon Maugham KC @goodlawproject.org · 4h

Woah! So Labour's position really is, 'telling us off for breaching human rights undermines the case for human rights'? Proper Trumpian stuff from Labour's answer to Suella Braverman.

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Indy lass @pixie11.bsky.social · 4h

This is what happens when you swallow the snake oil sales man's bull 🤷

County Durham residents fear higher bills as Reform UK plans council tax changes

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County Durham residents fear higher bills as Reform UK plans council tax changes

Reform UK won control of Durham County Council in May, hoping to cut council tax; they now contemplate a significant increase in that tax

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Catriona @catrio.bsky.social · 4h

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Palestine Action 'not close' to being terror group, files show Scottish board found

A SCOTTISH counter-terrorism board found that Palestine Action’s activities fell below the threshold to be considered terrorism before the group…

www.thenational.scot

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