Douglas Quigg
@douglasq.bsky.social
I am passionate about my family, music, conserving our natural environment and the need for excellent, fact-based news.
What is the point in having the buying power of a National Health Sevice if we don't use it? This, yet again, exemplifies how this weak Labour government gives in to the American bully boys and Trump.
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US and UK agree zero tariffs deal on pharmaceuticals
The deal follows threats of tariffs as high as 100% on branded drug imports.
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December 2, 2025 at 7:02 AM
What is the point in having the buying power of a National Health Sevice if we don't use it? This, yet again, exemplifies how this weak Labour government gives in to the American bully boys and Trump.
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If blowing up survivors in the water was the right thing to do because they are “narco-terrorists” (trust us, bro) and deserve no quarter, why did we rescue two other survivors in a different strike, fly them home, and let them go free?
December 2, 2025 at 2:16 AM
If blowing up survivors in the water was the right thing to do because they are “narco-terrorists” (trust us, bro) and deserve no quarter, why did we rescue two other survivors in a different strike, fly them home, and let them go free?
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Pete Hegseth is a national disgrace that needs to resign or be fired immediately. Let’s push hard to make it happen.
Tell Congress: Demand the resignation of Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth
Contact Congress today!
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December 1, 2025 at 11:48 PM
Pete Hegseth is a national disgrace that needs to resign or be fired immediately. Let’s push hard to make it happen.
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"I also feel deeply disappointed by flawed decision-making that makes me question whether news organizations have lost their way or even forgotten their mission. So much of what gets attention seems —is— driven by 'engagement.'" @sulliview.bsky.social ⬇️
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Do better, Big Journalism. Please do much, much better
Low points from the New York Times, the BBC, the Washington Post and the New Yorker. And some highs.
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December 1, 2025 at 8:05 PM
"I also feel deeply disappointed by flawed decision-making that makes me question whether news organizations have lost their way or even forgotten their mission. So much of what gets attention seems —is— driven by 'engagement.'" @sulliview.bsky.social ⬇️
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How can anyone civilised country tolerate this?
BBC News - Trump releases fraudster executive days into prison sentence
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BBC News - Trump releases fraudster executive days into prison sentence
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Trump releases fraudster executive days into prison sentence
The former investment manager was convicted of defrauding thousands of investors.
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December 1, 2025 at 8:43 PM
How can anyone civilised country tolerate this?
BBC News - Trump releases fraudster executive days into prison sentence
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BBC News - Trump releases fraudster executive days into prison sentence
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As ever, we capitulate to US bulling and think we've got a good deal. Labour's utter stupidity knows no bounds. What is the point in having a National Health Service if we do not use our buying power?
The good news is that the bully didn't beat us up. Pathetic.
The good news is that the bully didn't beat us up. Pathetic.
As the UK government announces a new UK-US #pharmaceutical deal, part of it will involve raising the NICE reimbursement threshold - the price the NHS can pay for branded medicine
@lshtm.bsky.social Francis Ruiz recently wrote about its potential impact
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@lshtm.bsky.social Francis Ruiz recently wrote about its potential impact
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December 1, 2025 at 6:24 PM
As ever, we capitulate to US bulling and think we've got a good deal. Labour's utter stupidity knows no bounds. What is the point in having a National Health Service if we do not use our buying power?
The good news is that the bully didn't beat us up. Pathetic.
The good news is that the bully didn't beat us up. Pathetic.
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BBC describing Zarah Sultana as "Far-Left."
But the BBC do not use the term "Far-Right" for Nigel Farage.
Subtle and clever form of manipulation.
But the BBC do not use the term "Far-Right" for Nigel Farage.
Subtle and clever form of manipulation.
November 30, 2025 at 6:03 PM
BBC describing Zarah Sultana as "Far-Left."
But the BBC do not use the term "Far-Right" for Nigel Farage.
Subtle and clever form of manipulation.
But the BBC do not use the term "Far-Right" for Nigel Farage.
Subtle and clever form of manipulation.
BBC News - Benjamin Netanyahu seeks pardon from Israel's president
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He should see it to the end because that is in the national interest and he should also be tried for War Crimes!
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He should see it to the end because that is in the national interest and he should also be tried for War Crimes!
Benjamin Netanyahu seeks pardon from Israel's president
He denies any wrongdoing in three ongoing trials over allegations of bribery, fraud and breach of trust.
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November 30, 2025 at 8:21 PM
BBC News - Benjamin Netanyahu seeks pardon from Israel's president
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He should see it to the end because that is in the national interest and he should also be tried for War Crimes!
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He should see it to the end because that is in the national interest and he should also be tried for War Crimes!
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Donald Trump hates me, and the feeling is mutual.
I believe he is a criminal and an authoritarian who is trying to destroy our democracy and the rule of law. I spend a considerable amount of my time fighting against him and his enablers in court and in public discourse.
I believe he is a criminal and an authoritarian who is trying to destroy our democracy and the rule of law. I spend a considerable amount of my time fighting against him and his enablers in court and in public discourse.
Trump Sued Me. I Fought and Won.
Read more here.
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November 29, 2025 at 11:49 PM
Donald Trump hates me, and the feeling is mutual.
I believe he is a criminal and an authoritarian who is trying to destroy our democracy and the rule of law. I spend a considerable amount of my time fighting against him and his enablers in court and in public discourse.
I believe he is a criminal and an authoritarian who is trying to destroy our democracy and the rule of law. I spend a considerable amount of my time fighting against him and his enablers in court and in public discourse.
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Anyone willing to amplify propaganda for a terrorist state should be held to account.
RT, Russia Today, where George Galloway frequently appears, isn’t just Russian state TV. They were an integral part of the torture system, including in my own case.
RT, Russia Today, where George Galloway frequently appears, isn’t just Russian state TV. They were an integral part of the torture system, including in my own case.
November 29, 2025 at 7:30 AM
Anyone willing to amplify propaganda for a terrorist state should be held to account.
RT, Russia Today, where George Galloway frequently appears, isn’t just Russian state TV. They were an integral part of the torture system, including in my own case.
RT, Russia Today, where George Galloway frequently appears, isn’t just Russian state TV. They were an integral part of the torture system, including in my own case.
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Brexit costing UK as much as £90bn in lost tax revenue every year, analysis finds
The analysis also found that the average Briton has seen a hit to GDP per head of between £2,700 and £3,700
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The analysis also found that the average Briton has seen a hit to GDP per head of between £2,700 and £3,700
www.thelondoneconomic.com/politics/bre...
Brexit costing UK as much as £90bn in lost tax revenue every year, analysis finds
Brexit is costing the UK up to £90bn in lost tax revenues every year, according to new analysis.
www.thelondoneconomic.com
November 28, 2025 at 5:37 PM
Brexit costing UK as much as £90bn in lost tax revenue every year, analysis finds
The analysis also found that the average Briton has seen a hit to GDP per head of between £2,700 and £3,700
www.thelondoneconomic.com/politics/bre...
The analysis also found that the average Briton has seen a hit to GDP per head of between £2,700 and £3,700
www.thelondoneconomic.com/politics/bre...
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Major Israeli offensive has also destroyed roads, water networks and private property.
Israeli forces injure hundreds of Palestinians in raids on Tubas, West Bank
Major Israeli offensive has also destroyed roads, water networks and private property.
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November 29, 2025 at 10:30 AM
Major Israeli offensive has also destroyed roads, water networks and private property.
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It’s clear to anyone paying attention that Farage won’t investigate the Russian infiltration of Reform.
The Prime Minister must step up and launch a national investigation.
The Prime Minister must step up and launch a national investigation.
November 29, 2025 at 9:01 AM
It’s clear to anyone paying attention that Farage won’t investigate the Russian infiltration of Reform.
The Prime Minister must step up and launch a national investigation.
The Prime Minister must step up and launch a national investigation.
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"Call a public inquiry into Russian influence on UK politics & democracy"
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"Call a public inquiry into Russian influence on UK politics & democracy"
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Petition: Call a public inquiry into Russian influence on UK politics & democracy
We are concerned about reported efforts from Russia to influence democracy in the US, UK, Europe and elsewhere. We believe we must establish the depth and breadth of possible Russian influence campaig...
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November 28, 2025 at 7:43 PM
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Nick Robinson's obnoxious interview style achieves nothing. However, if only he was as vile and difficult with Farage as he was with Rachel Reeves, but he isn't. #bbc ##nickrobinson
Nick Robinson's obnoxious interview style achieves nothing. However, if only he was as vile and difficult with Farage as he was with Rachel Reeves, but he isn't. #bbc ##nickrobinson
Today - 27/11/2025 - BBC Sounds
News and current affairs, including Sports Desk, Weather and Thought for the Day.
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November 27, 2025 at 6:07 PM
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Nick Robinson's obnoxious interview style achieves nothing. However, if only he was as vile and difficult with Farage as he was with Rachel Reeves, but he isn't. #bbc ##nickrobinson
Nick Robinson's obnoxious interview style achieves nothing. However, if only he was as vile and difficult with Farage as he was with Rachel Reeves, but he isn't. #bbc ##nickrobinson
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The timid BBC. I'm ashamed beyond d belief.
This is exactly what the recent Trump-BBC 'scandal' was designed to achieve. The BBC is now self-censoring criticisms of Trump in the name of "impartiality"
I wish I didn’t have to share this. But the BBC has decided to censor my first Reith Lecture.
They deleted the line in which I describe Donald Trump as “the most openly corrupt president in American history.” /1
They deleted the line in which I describe Donald Trump as “the most openly corrupt president in American history.” /1
November 25, 2025 at 9:04 PM
The timid BBC. I'm ashamed beyond d belief.
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Carole Cadwalladr asks why the Labour gov are choosing not to
investigate Russian interference in British elections and referendums
investigate Russian interference in British elections and referendums
November 25, 2025 at 5:21 PM
Carole Cadwalladr asks why the Labour gov are choosing not to
investigate Russian interference in British elections and referendums
investigate Russian interference in British elections and referendums
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As I repeat ad nauseam, Trump wants the power to kill people.
Not satisfied with indirectly causing death, or dropping bombs, or policies favoring guns and eugenics, he wants to condemn individuals personally.
(Henry VIII, who was like Trump, executed some 57,000 people.)
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Not satisfied with indirectly causing death, or dropping bombs, or policies favoring guns and eugenics, he wants to condemn individuals personally.
(Henry VIII, who was like Trump, executed some 57,000 people.)
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How We Grew Numb to Trump’s Calls for the Slaughter of Anyone He Wants
Is this what we’ve become, at this failing stage of the grand American democratic experiment?
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November 25, 2025 at 12:10 AM
As I repeat ad nauseam, Trump wants the power to kill people.
Not satisfied with indirectly causing death, or dropping bombs, or policies favoring guns and eugenics, he wants to condemn individuals personally.
(Henry VIII, who was like Trump, executed some 57,000 people.)
zeteo.com/p/how-we-gre...
Not satisfied with indirectly causing death, or dropping bombs, or policies favoring guns and eugenics, he wants to condemn individuals personally.
(Henry VIII, who was like Trump, executed some 57,000 people.)
zeteo.com/p/how-we-gre...
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People of Kyiv improvised "ropes" out of blankets and sheets as they tried to escape from a burning apartment building hit by a Russian attack last night.
November 25, 2025 at 8:04 AM
People of Kyiv improvised "ropes" out of blankets and sheets as they tried to escape from a burning apartment building hit by a Russian attack last night.
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A mother and her 15 year old autistic son are reunited after nearly 50 days apart.
Emmanuel Garcia went missing, and rather than check missing person’s reports, Houston PD called ICE.
ICE sent him to the Office of Refugee Resettlement and his mom has been fighting to get him back ever since.
Emmanuel Garcia went missing, and rather than check missing person’s reports, Houston PD called ICE.
ICE sent him to the Office of Refugee Resettlement and his mom has been fighting to get him back ever since.
November 24, 2025 at 3:41 AM
A mother and her 15 year old autistic son are reunited after nearly 50 days apart.
Emmanuel Garcia went missing, and rather than check missing person’s reports, Houston PD called ICE.
ICE sent him to the Office of Refugee Resettlement and his mom has been fighting to get him back ever since.
Emmanuel Garcia went missing, and rather than check missing person’s reports, Houston PD called ICE.
ICE sent him to the Office of Refugee Resettlement and his mom has been fighting to get him back ever since.
It's bloody Russia that should be grateful.
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Ukraine war: Trump says Ukraine ungrateful as officials meet to convince Kyiv to accept peace proposals - BBC News
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Ukraine war: Trump says Ukraine ungrateful as officials meet to convince Kyiv to accept peace proposals - BBC News
Ukraine war: Trump says Ukraine ungrateful as officials meet to convince Kyiv to accept peace proposals
Ukraine's allies have expressed concern that the plan favours Russia, but Zelensky says Kyiv's interests could be included.
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November 23, 2025 at 3:01 PM
It's bloody Russia that should be grateful.
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Ukraine war: Trump says Ukraine ungrateful as officials meet to convince Kyiv to accept peace proposals - BBC News
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Ukraine war: Trump says Ukraine ungrateful as officials meet to convince Kyiv to accept peace proposals - BBC News
Sickening
BREAKING: Israel has killed 20 Palestinians, including four children, and injured 83 others in the past 24 hours across the Gaza Strip, according to the enclave’s Health Ministry.
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November 22, 2025 at 9:09 PM
Sickening
Perfectly put. Every American should hang their head in shame.
The 28-point proposal being hawked around by America is so poorly put together, so vague, unbalanced and impractical that, in a more normal world, it would never have seen the light of day
Donald Trump’s peace plan would be bad for Ukraine, Europe and America
It is a sad mix of naked opportunism and strategic myopia
econ.st
November 22, 2025 at 3:10 PM
Perfectly put. Every American should hang their head in shame.