Creative Socialist
@chipworker.bsky.social
Socialist, Corbynista, bit of painting, 3D printing, dollhouse maker, woodworker. Media tab has my projects. Northerner, so puts t'apostrophe at t'other end of t'word. I am 98.91111% pedantic. No AI, no NSFW. #FreePalestine
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Hi everybody. I dabble in acrylics, and play far too much Richard Burns Rally. Here's Jackie, acrylic on canvas, from a photo of her sitting on a glass awning surveying her territory.
#acrylicpainting #cat
#acrylicpainting #cat
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It's not Starmer and hardline governments. It's hardline governments including Starmer. If he's going ahead with this, he doesn't get the luxury of not being counted as one of them.
Only a fascist would entertain this idea.
Only a fascist would entertain this idea.
December 10, 2025 at 9:39 PM
It's not Starmer and hardline governments. It's hardline governments including Starmer. If he's going ahead with this, he doesn't get the luxury of not being counted as one of them.
Only a fascist would entertain this idea.
Only a fascist would entertain this idea.
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GB News has had to pay substantial damages to Islamic Relief. Hopefully this news gets thoroughly spread:
www.islamic-relief.org.uk/gb-news-apol...
www.islamic-relief.org.uk/gb-news-apol...
GB News apologises to Islamic Relief over unfounded allegations
The broadcaster GB News has apologised and paid substantial damages to Islamic Relief after airing unfounded allegations by an interviewee on its Camilla Tominey Show programme.
www.islamic-relief.org.uk
December 8, 2025 at 12:26 PM
GB News has had to pay substantial damages to Islamic Relief. Hopefully this news gets thoroughly spread:
www.islamic-relief.org.uk/gb-news-apol...
www.islamic-relief.org.uk/gb-news-apol...
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Young person who Rory Stewart thinks was responsible for their actions and should not be forgiven: 15yo Shamima Begum
Young person who Rory Stewart thinks was not responsible for their actions and should be forgiven: 18yo Nigel Farage.
Young person who Rory Stewart thinks was not responsible for their actions and should be forgiven: 18yo Nigel Farage.
December 7, 2025 at 9:19 PM
Young person who Rory Stewart thinks was responsible for their actions and should not be forgiven: 15yo Shamima Begum
Young person who Rory Stewart thinks was not responsible for their actions and should be forgiven: 18yo Nigel Farage.
Young person who Rory Stewart thinks was not responsible for their actions and should be forgiven: 18yo Nigel Farage.
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👇
The king of eurovision speaks
Johnny Logan says Israel should be removed from Eurovision
www.rte.ie/news/2025/12...
Johnny Logan says Israel should be removed from Eurovision
www.rte.ie/news/2025/12...
Logan says Israel should be removed from Eurovision
Three-time Eurovision winner Johnny Logan has said that Israel shouldn't be allowed to take part in the song contest.
www.rte.ie
December 7, 2025 at 10:42 PM
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McFadden boasting the govt has cut the amount of £ sick people get &confirming the govt hasn't ruled out further benefit cuts
The same man who claimed £40k on expenses for renting a home in his constituency despite owning the home next door (which he rented out, pocketing the £)
The same man who claimed £40k on expenses for renting a home in his constituency despite owning the home next door (which he rented out, pocketing the £)
December 7, 2025 at 9:27 AM
McFadden boasting the govt has cut the amount of £ sick people get &confirming the govt hasn't ruled out further benefit cuts
The same man who claimed £40k on expenses for renting a home in his constituency despite owning the home next door (which he rented out, pocketing the £)
The same man who claimed £40k on expenses for renting a home in his constituency despite owning the home next door (which he rented out, pocketing the £)
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"It did sound a little bit workhouse.. a little bit Victorian to me"
@avasantina.bsky.social on Pat McFaddens proposals for the sick and unemployed.
@avasantina.bsky.social on Pat McFaddens proposals for the sick and unemployed.
December 7, 2025 at 9:34 AM
"It did sound a little bit workhouse.. a little bit Victorian to me"
@avasantina.bsky.social on Pat McFaddens proposals for the sick and unemployed.
@avasantina.bsky.social on Pat McFaddens proposals for the sick and unemployed.
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In October Tory shadow minister Helen Whately said millions of people with mental health issues get a car through the motability scheme.
Guess what? It turns out she was lying #bbclaurak
Guess what? It turns out she was lying #bbclaurak
December 7, 2025 at 9:47 AM
In October Tory shadow minister Helen Whately said millions of people with mental health issues get a car through the motability scheme.
Guess what? It turns out she was lying #bbclaurak
Guess what? It turns out she was lying #bbclaurak
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The Growing Christian Population 👇
#WATCH | This is how you are treated if you’re a Christian in Israel.
December 7, 2025 at 9:47 AM
The Growing Christian Population 👇
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I’m exactly the same age as Farage. I was at school at exactly the same time. Racism was unacceptable and not tolerated by my school, parents or friends. We didn’t watch Bernard Manning, my parents wouldn’t have had him on TV. None of my friends knew any antisemetic songs.
December 7, 2025 at 9:56 AM
I’m exactly the same age as Farage. I was at school at exactly the same time. Racism was unacceptable and not tolerated by my school, parents or friends. We didn’t watch Bernard Manning, my parents wouldn’t have had him on TV. None of my friends knew any antisemetic songs.
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The real question is not "Why is Bluesky so left-coded," the real question is "Why can't the right exist in a social media environment without algorithmic assistance, where people can ignore them"
December 2, 2025 at 3:08 PM
The real question is not "Why is Bluesky so left-coded," the real question is "Why can't the right exist in a social media environment without algorithmic assistance, where people can ignore them"
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"Brian Eno, Neneh Cherry, and More Unite for Palestine Benefit Single"
'“Lullaby,” a version of the traditional Palestinian song “Yamma Mweel El Hawa,” will be released on December 12, aiming for the coveted UK Christmas No. 1 slot.'
pitchfork.com/news/brian-e...
#Palestine
#SolidarityWithPalestine
'“Lullaby,” a version of the traditional Palestinian song “Yamma Mweel El Hawa,” will be released on December 12, aiming for the coveted UK Christmas No. 1 slot.'
pitchfork.com/news/brian-e...
#Palestine
#SolidarityWithPalestine
Brian Eno, Neneh Cherry, and More Unite for Palestine Benefit Single
Operating as Together for Palestine, an ensemble will aim for a UK Christmas No. 1 with “Lullaby,” a new version of “Yamma Mweel El Hawa” written by Peter Gabriel
pitchfork.com
December 2, 2025 at 9:48 AM
"Brian Eno, Neneh Cherry, and More Unite for Palestine Benefit Single"
'“Lullaby,” a version of the traditional Palestinian song “Yamma Mweel El Hawa,” will be released on December 12, aiming for the coveted UK Christmas No. 1 slot.'
pitchfork.com/news/brian-e...
#Palestine
#SolidarityWithPalestine
'“Lullaby,” a version of the traditional Palestinian song “Yamma Mweel El Hawa,” will be released on December 12, aiming for the coveted UK Christmas No. 1 slot.'
pitchfork.com/news/brian-e...
#Palestine
#SolidarityWithPalestine
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Francesca Albanese UN Special Rapporteur has been sanctioned by the US government for speaking out in favour of humanity.
she can no longer use a credit card, rent a car, or open a bank account, due to the historic U.S. decision to sanction her.
she can no longer use a credit card, rent a car, or open a bank account, due to the historic U.S. decision to sanction her.
December 2, 2025 at 9:51 AM
Francesca Albanese UN Special Rapporteur has been sanctioned by the US government for speaking out in favour of humanity.
she can no longer use a credit card, rent a car, or open a bank account, due to the historic U.S. decision to sanction her.
she can no longer use a credit card, rent a car, or open a bank account, due to the historic U.S. decision to sanction her.
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UK Govt bends to Trump's imperialism. NHS to pay 25% more (3bn) for drugs after UK–US tariff deal.
Money will buy less, higher taxes or longer healthcare queues as Trump wants bigger profits for US companies.
Build your supply chains or be blackmailed. Whatever happened to 'take back control'?
Money will buy less, higher taxes or longer healthcare queues as Trump wants bigger profits for US companies.
Build your supply chains or be blackmailed. Whatever happened to 'take back control'?
www.theguardian.com
December 1, 2025 at 8:46 PM
UK Govt bends to Trump's imperialism. NHS to pay 25% more (3bn) for drugs after UK–US tariff deal.
Money will buy less, higher taxes or longer healthcare queues as Trump wants bigger profits for US companies.
Build your supply chains or be blackmailed. Whatever happened to 'take back control'?
Money will buy less, higher taxes or longer healthcare queues as Trump wants bigger profits for US companies.
Build your supply chains or be blackmailed. Whatever happened to 'take back control'?
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👉 NEW -- SAS "shot toddlers in their beds", Afghanistan enquiry told
By Richard Norton-Taylor
Special forces soldier feared the elite regiment would “go down the sewer” unless he blew the whistle
www.declassifieduk.org/sas-shot-tod...
By Richard Norton-Taylor
Special forces soldier feared the elite regiment would “go down the sewer” unless he blew the whistle
www.declassifieduk.org/sas-shot-tod...
SAS ‘shot toddlers in their beds’, Afghanistan inquiry told
Special forces soldier feared the elite regiment would “go down the sewer” unless he blew the whistle
www.declassifieduk.org
December 1, 2025 at 8:54 AM
👉 NEW -- SAS "shot toddlers in their beds", Afghanistan enquiry told
By Richard Norton-Taylor
Special forces soldier feared the elite regiment would “go down the sewer” unless he blew the whistle
www.declassifieduk.org/sas-shot-tod...
By Richard Norton-Taylor
Special forces soldier feared the elite regiment would “go down the sewer” unless he blew the whistle
www.declassifieduk.org/sas-shot-tod...
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A Backlash Is Brewing Against Companies Helping ICE
open.substack.com/pub/thebulwa...
open.substack.com/pub/thebulwa...
A Backlash Is Brewing Against Companies Helping ICE
Activists are targeting the reputations of Home Depot, AT&T, and other businesses.
open.substack.com
November 29, 2025 at 8:00 PM
A Backlash Is Brewing Against Companies Helping ICE
open.substack.com/pub/thebulwa...
open.substack.com/pub/thebulwa...
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Most Israelis who are escaping the country are doctors, academics and liberals 👇
#WATCH | Israelis are attempting to renew their Portuguese passport en masses
November 28, 2025 at 2:12 PM
Most Israelis who are escaping the country are doctors, academics and liberals 👇
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Green light for a Cabinet of Crooks ...
"The Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) has determined that the public does not have a right to know if ministers have criminal convictions."
"The Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) has determined that the public does not have a right to know if ministers have criminal convictions."
November 28, 2025 at 9:37 AM
Green light for a Cabinet of Crooks ...
"The Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) has determined that the public does not have a right to know if ministers have criminal convictions."
"The Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) has determined that the public does not have a right to know if ministers have criminal convictions."
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Can't think why this might be
www.councilestatemedia.uk/p/israel-see...
www.councilestatemedia.uk/p/israel-see...
Israel seems strangely reluctant for the truth about Jeffrey Epstein to come out...
Obviously, we all know it’s a conspiracy theory that Jeffrey Epstein was a Mossad agent running a honeypot to blackmail our politicians, but weirdly, it turns out Epstein was behaving exactly like a M...
www.councilestatemedia.uk
November 27, 2025 at 3:37 PM
Can't think why this might be
www.councilestatemedia.uk/p/israel-see...
www.councilestatemedia.uk/p/israel-see...
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This rant from the British newspaper columnist and broadcaster Melanie Phillips is insane. It is hateful. It is nauseating. And it is instructive.
November 27, 2025 at 11:35 AM
This rant from the British newspaper columnist and broadcaster Melanie Phillips is insane. It is hateful. It is nauseating. And it is instructive.