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Scottish Greens @scottishgreens.org · 16h

The system isn't broken, it's rigged. It's time for real change.

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Good Law Project @goodlawproject.bsky.social · 19h

"Are we going to abandon people whenever the rightwing press demands it?"

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Scottish Trans @scottishtrans.bsky.social · 19h

Join us at The Pyramid at Anderston in Glasgow on Saturday 22nd November from 10am - 4pm for a day of planning, learning & organising to improve trans healthcare in Scotland.

This event is free, and for trans and non-binary people only, register here: www.outsavvy.com/event/30917/...

Graphic with a dark purple background. It says "We can't keep waiting" "Take action for trans healthcare!" "A day of workshops and discussions led by local community groups to come together, generate ideas and take action for trans healthcare in Scotland" "The Pyramid at Anderston Glasgow,
22nd November, 10am-4pm"

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Scottish Greens @scottishgreens.org · 1d

'The people who make our lives more difficult arrive in private jets, not dinghies.'

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Edinburgh Greens @edinburghgreens.bsky.social · 1d

Chip in today to elect Q Manivannan – a radical voice to the Scottish Parliament who is ready to fight for change.

Any contribution - big or small - will make a huge difference to our people-powered campaign to deliver a record 3 Green MSPs for Edinburgh!

www.crowdfunder.co.uk/p/elect-q-ma...

Campaign poster for Q Manivannan of the Scottish Greens, smiling outdoors in a light blue blazer and purple shirt. Text reads: ‘Q Manivannan. Donate to support Q’s election campaign today! Scottish Parliament Election 2026.

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Guy Ingerson @guyingerson.bsky.social · 1d

Due to unforeseen circumstances and poor health (I’m on the mend), I’ve not been as active as usual.

However, I will be helping to facilitate the Rainbow Greens discussion on relations with the Green Party of England & Wales tomorrow evening.

Hope to see you there!

Rainbow Greens @sgprainbowgreens.bsky.social · 1d

Reminder: Our Future Relationship with GPEW

Tomorrow evening we will be discussing our relationship with the @greenparty.org.uk

If you’re an LGBTQ+ member of the Scottish Greens, please get in touch and come along.

Member Discussion: Our Future Relationship with GPEW (Green Party of England & Wales)

Tuesday 14th October at 7pm.

Please email: rainbow@scottishgreens.org.uk for a link to join online.

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Scottish Trans @scottishtrans.bsky.social · 1d

📢 Use this simple tool from Trans Actual and @transsolidarity.bsky.social to contact your MP and tell them to say no to the segregation of trans people, and reject the EHRC's harmful Code of Practice.

TransActual @transactualuk.bsky.social · 1d

🚨This is an emergency🚨

This Government is currently sitting on an EHRC Code of Practice that will lead to the segregation and exclusion of trans people in public life.

Use our tool to email your MP: tinyurl.com/scrap-the-bathroom-ban

@transsolidarity.bsky.social
#ScrapTheBathroomBan

Image of a flashing red siren. Text reads: Scrap the Bathroom Ban This is an emergency. Tell your MP to say no to segregation. Write to your MP: tinyurl.com/scrap-the-bathroom-ban

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Scottish Trans @scottishtrans.bsky.social · 1d

Are you a rural trans or non-binary person in Highland or Argyll and Bute? NHS Highland Public Health have partnered with Scottish Trans to conduct trans-led research on experiences of GP practices.

Take part in this important research: www.smartsurvey.co.uk/s/RTHTNBSurv...

#RuralTransHealth

Graphic with a light blue background. At the top are small drawings of the trans and nonbinary flags, the Scottish Trans, NHS Highland and Public Health Scotland logos. It says "Trans People Needed for Rural Research -
Rural Transgender Health: Primary Care Experiences
The survey can be found at:
www.smartsurvey.co.uk/s/RTHTNBSurvey"
There is a drawing of a computer with a webpage of a survey.
"Chance to win
one of 3 x £100 vouchers"

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Rainbow Greens @sgprainbowgreens.bsky.social · 1d

Reminder: Our Future Relationship with GPEW

Tomorrow evening we will be discussing our relationship with the @greenparty.org.uk

If you’re an LGBTQ+ member of the Scottish Greens, please get in touch and come along.

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Edinburgh Greens @edinburghgreens.bsky.social · 2d

Calling all @scottishgreens.org members going to #sgpconf

Join us for an evening of food, fun, quizzing and music at our after-conference social!
Tickets available NOW members.greens.scot/civicrm/even...

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Cara McKee @caramckeegreens.bsky.social · 2d

So good to see everybody who came out to help us launch the West Scotland Scottish Greens campaign yesterday! Thank you all!

The crowdfunder is now live, and mine is here: www.crowdfunder.co.uk/p/elect-cara...

And you can join the Scottish Greens at greens.scot/join

a group of smiling people stand around a banner which reads Scottish Greens: Independence: For People. For Planet. Several of them hold bright Vote Green signs. Cara McKee and Ross Greer are in the middle.

Cara McKee sits on green seat. She's holding a dog (called Leo), and smiling warmly.

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Ross Greer (he/him) @ross-greer.bsky.social · 3d

We kicked off the @scottishgreens.org election campaign for the West of Scotland today in Largs 💚

Want to help re-elect me and have @caramckeegreens.bsky.social join me in Parliament to fight for people and planet?

Join our movement today greens.scot/join

Fifteen Green activists with flags and posters in Largs

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Sports Media LGBT+ @sportsmedialgbt.com · 3d

NEW: It’s #ComingOutDay, and on the FvH Podcast, there’s good advice about how to be true to yourself in grassroots men’s football when you’re gay or bi

⚽️ Callum Hodge is a prolific striker for Chew Magna FC and has been out in the county league for many years…

#LGBTQfootball #FvH2025

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Football v Homophobia @footballvhomophobia.com · 4d

🎧 The FvH Podcast is back with a NEW episode, focusing on men’s #grassroots football

⚽️ Chew Magna FC’s Callum Hodge talks about being an out gay player - and overwhelmingly, his experiences have been great

🩷⚫️ But after a recent incident of homophobia, he’s speaking out…

#FvH2025 #LGBTQfootball

Football v Homophobia: What’s it like to be gay in grassroots men’s football? With Chew Magna FC’s Callum Hodge

Having scored more than 200 goals for his local club, based in a small village in Somerset, Callum Hodge can say with confidence that he’s made his mark in grassroots football.Millions of men acr...

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TransActual @transactualuk.bsky.social · 4d

The Stonewall LGBTQ+ leadership programme is a unique opportunity to develop your skills, expand your network and grow your confidence. It provides six months of specialist support starting with a 2.5 day retreat 14-16 January 2026.

www.stonewall.org.uk/inclusive-wo...

#LGBT #LGBTQ #LGBTQIA

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Rainbow Greens @sgprainbowgreens.bsky.social · 7d

We have also requested a meeting with @lgbtiqagreens.bsky.social hopefully soon after this meeting 💚

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Rainbow Greens @sgprainbowgreens.bsky.social · 7d

Meting next week to discuss after the election of @zackpolanski.bsky.social if it's time to rebuild links between the Scottish Greens and Green Party of England and Wales

Rainbow Greens meeting for a member discussion on our relationship with GPEW on the 14th October at 7pm

Any member wishing to join should email rainbow@scottishgreens.org.uk

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Scottish Greens @scottishgreens.org · 15d

Whilst families are struggling, the ultra-rich are profiting like never before.

We aren't funded by toxic fossil fuel companies or global corporations, we are powered by people like you.

Be part of the movement. Join the Greens

greens.scot/join

Join the Scottish Greens

Join the Scottish Greens to be a part of the movement that will change Scotland. Membership gives you the right to vote in our open democratic structures, receive invitations to members only events ac...

greens.scot

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Scottish Greens @scottishgreens.org · 21d

A new poll has the Scottish Greens on a record breaking 18 MSPs!

This would make us the second largest party in Scotland, ahead of Labour, the Tories and Reform.

This poll shows what's possible. We can build a fairer, greener Scotland: www.greens.scot/join

New poll. Scottish Greens on course for best ever result. 2021: 8 MSPS. Poll: 18 MSPs.

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Scottish Greens @scottishgreens.org · 27d

The BBC should now do the same.

Israel must not be allowed to use Eurovision to whitewash genocide.

Spain votes to boycott Eurovision if Israel competes

Broadcaster RTVE is now the fifth to threaten withdrawal from Eurovision over Israel, following the Netherlands, Ireland, Slovenia and Iceland.

news.sky.com

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Pride in Orkney @prideinorkney.bsky.social · 29d

Art group is on this Friday! We will be in the guide hall on Thom street from 12 - 2 all supplies provided for a no pressure get together and it's free!

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Aberdeen & Aberdeenshire Greens @aberdeengreens.bsky.social · Sep 14

The team were out today with our lead @scottishgreens.org candidate for North East Scotland, @guyingerson.bsky.social

We’re campaigning to cut people’s bills, defend LGBT+ rights, push for independence, and save St Fittick’s Park!

You can help; join our movement today: members.greens.scot/join

Three women are pictured smiling alongside the Scottish Greens’ lead candidate for North East Scotland, Guy Ingerson.

Guy is holding leaflets that say ‘Green News’ on them. The sky is almost cloudless and blue. Flats can be seen on the left alongside trees lining the street.

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Rainbow Greens @sgprainbowgreens.bsky.social · Sep 14

“Most obviously, this has been to try and drive a wedge between LGBT equality and feminism and women’s equality. That is a strategy directly imported from the radical right in America.” - @ross-greer.bsky.social

We need more brave politicians standing for equality!

www.scotsman.com/news/politic...

Greer: MSPs need 'bravery' after being 'cowed by aggressive voices' over trans rights

The Scottish Greens co-leader has revealed abuse he has received for campaigning for trans rights.

www.scotsman.com

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Guy Ingerson @guyingerson.bsky.social · Sep 13

The scenes in London today are deeply concerning.

A far-right conman, aided by tech and media billionaires, managed to mobilise 100,000 people. Including thugs who attacked police and counter-protesters.

Sending my solidarity to everyone who is feeling anxious right now. You’re not alone.

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Ross Greer (he/him) @ross-greer.bsky.social · Sep 13

No one would bother writing a column complaining that racists aren't welcome in the Scottish Greens, regardless of how much they care about tackling the climate emergency.

Why do so many journalists struggle with the idea that we take the same position on anti-trans voices?

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