John Bagley
@johnbagley.bsky.social
I'm for Liberty, Stop the War and all things progressive. I'm fascinated by science generally, maybe even more than by politics, if that's possible.
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"We could resolve most or all these problems simply by making the mega-rich pay their fair share." 📉 - David Suzuki
@davidsuzukifdn.bsky.social
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It’s time to loosen billionaires’ stranglehold on humanity
Taxing the super affluent at rates that would still leave them with enough to maintain lavish lifestyles could generate enough money to resolve many societal issues, from health to hunger to global he...
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December 2, 2025 at 1:16 PM
"We could resolve most or all these problems simply by making the mega-rich pay their fair share." 📉 - David Suzuki
@davidsuzukifdn.bsky.social
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@davidsuzukifdn.bsky.social
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@lbc.co.uk everyone who tries to defend him says he was 13.
The comments refer to things he is alleged to have said between 13 and 17.
They never say he was 17… probably because they describe that as “fighting age”
The comments refer to things he is alleged to have said between 13 and 17.
They never say he was 17… probably because they describe that as “fighting age”
November 30, 2025 at 8:11 AM
@lbc.co.uk everyone who tries to defend him says he was 13.
The comments refer to things he is alleged to have said between 13 and 17.
They never say he was 17… probably because they describe that as “fighting age”
The comments refer to things he is alleged to have said between 13 and 17.
They never say he was 17… probably because they describe that as “fighting age”
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I see some politicians from English parties are still espousing trickle down economics as a justification for maintaining high levels of inequality.
Even if you just read the introductory section, read Picketty's 𝘊𝘢𝘱𝘪𝘵𝘢𝘭 𝘪𝘯 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘛𝘸𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘺-𝘍𝘪𝘳𝘴𝘵 𝘊𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘶𝘳𝘺 if you want this theory comprehensively junked.
Even if you just read the introductory section, read Picketty's 𝘊𝘢𝘱𝘪𝘵𝘢𝘭 𝘪𝘯 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘛𝘸𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘺-𝘍𝘪𝘳𝘴𝘵 𝘊𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘶𝘳𝘺 if you want this theory comprehensively junked.
November 30, 2025 at 8:34 AM
I see some politicians from English parties are still espousing trickle down economics as a justification for maintaining high levels of inequality.
Even if you just read the introductory section, read Picketty's 𝘊𝘢𝘱𝘪𝘵𝘢𝘭 𝘪𝘯 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘛𝘸𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘺-𝘍𝘪𝘳𝘴𝘵 𝘊𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘶𝘳𝘺 if you want this theory comprehensively junked.
Even if you just read the introductory section, read Picketty's 𝘊𝘢𝘱𝘪𝘵𝘢𝘭 𝘪𝘯 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘛𝘸𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘺-𝘍𝘪𝘳𝘴𝘵 𝘊𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘶𝘳𝘺 if you want this theory comprehensively junked.
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"Millions across Britain would never vote for Nigel Farage – if that’s you, you’re not alone.
But many are disillusioned and willing to take a chance on his politics. That’s why we need to act together to show that Reform UK isn’t the answer."
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But many are disillusioned and willing to take a chance on his politics. That’s why we need to act together to show that Reform UK isn’t the answer."
secure.hopenothate.org.uk/page/170649/...
Take the Pledge: “I’ll never vote for Nigel Farage”
Join thousands across Britain taking the Never Nigel Pledge. Say no to hate and division and help stop Reform UK from tearing apart our communities. Let's show there is strength in standing together f...
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November 30, 2025 at 5:03 AM
"Millions across Britain would never vote for Nigel Farage – if that’s you, you’re not alone.
But many are disillusioned and willing to take a chance on his politics. That’s why we need to act together to show that Reform UK isn’t the answer."
secure.hopenothate.org.uk/page/170649/...
But many are disillusioned and willing to take a chance on his politics. That’s why we need to act together to show that Reform UK isn’t the answer."
secure.hopenothate.org.uk/page/170649/...
Only money counts in the Trumpian era. Trust and principles don't, apparently.
Health minister says UK should cash in on NHS patient data on.ft.com/3M9bZMr
Health minister says UK should cash in on NHS patient data
Zubir Ahmed says new central service for medical datasets should be leveraged for ‘benefit of Treasury coffers’
on.ft.com
November 30, 2025 at 8:31 AM
Only money counts in the Trumpian era. Trust and principles don't, apparently.
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Under Mahmood's current proposals, presumably would have been deported to Czechoslovakia in 1945, when it was "safe" again.
R.I.P. Tom Stoppard, playwright most famous for Rosencrantz and Guildenstern Are Dead.
Born Tomas Straussler in Czechoslovakia he fled his home during the Nazi occupation and found refuge in Britain at the age of eight. He later discovered all four of his grandparents had died in the Holocaust.
Born Tomas Straussler in Czechoslovakia he fled his home during the Nazi occupation and found refuge in Britain at the age of eight. He later discovered all four of his grandparents had died in the Holocaust.
Sir Tom Stoppard, playwright famed for his wit and depth, dies at 88
Winning an Oscar for the screenplay for Shakespeare In Love, he captivated the hearts of audiences for more than six decades.
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November 29, 2025 at 9:37 PM
Under Mahmood's current proposals, presumably would have been deported to Czechoslovakia in 1945, when it was "safe" again.
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Then they came for the universities - Farage takes his lead from Trump. It’s all so utterly depressing isn’t it?
November 30, 2025 at 7:21 AM
Then they came for the universities - Farage takes his lead from Trump. It’s all so utterly depressing isn’t it?
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"Thousands marched through central London to show support for Palestinians, calling for an immediate ceasefire and increased humanitarian aid for Gaza.
Demonstrators carried flags, banners, and placards as they moved toward key government buildings."
m.youtube.com/watch?v=Nxl3...
#FreePalestine
Demonstrators carried flags, banners, and placards as they moved toward key government buildings."
m.youtube.com/watch?v=Nxl3...
#FreePalestine
Thousands march in London to support Palestinians | Dawn News English
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November 30, 2025 at 6:13 AM
"Thousands marched through central London to show support for Palestinians, calling for an immediate ceasefire and increased humanitarian aid for Gaza.
Demonstrators carried flags, banners, and placards as they moved toward key government buildings."
m.youtube.com/watch?v=Nxl3...
#FreePalestine
Demonstrators carried flags, banners, and placards as they moved toward key government buildings."
m.youtube.com/watch?v=Nxl3...
#FreePalestine
An unnecessary compromise:
Labour has the mandate and sufficient votes to force through the protection against UNFAIR dismissal from day one, and could do so.
Instead: clear manifesto promise broken, the working people betrayed yet again.
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
Labour has the mandate and sufficient votes to force through the protection against UNFAIR dismissal from day one, and could do so.
Instead: clear manifesto promise broken, the working people betrayed yet again.
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
Labour ditches day-one protection from unfair dismissal in U-turn
The right will now be introduced after six months, in a breach of Labour's election manifesto.
www.bbc.co.uk
November 29, 2025 at 9:27 AM
An unnecessary compromise:
Labour has the mandate and sufficient votes to force through the protection against UNFAIR dismissal from day one, and could do so.
Instead: clear manifesto promise broken, the working people betrayed yet again.
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
Labour has the mandate and sufficient votes to force through the protection against UNFAIR dismissal from day one, and could do so.
Instead: clear manifesto promise broken, the working people betrayed yet again.
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
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Hey
@RachelReevesMP
, instead of cutting our public services, how about cutting the half billion royal budget instead? #AbolishTheMonarchy #Budget
@RachelReevesMP
, instead of cutting our public services, how about cutting the half billion royal budget instead? #AbolishTheMonarchy #Budget
November 27, 2025 at 10:36 AM
Hey
@RachelReevesMP
, instead of cutting our public services, how about cutting the half billion royal budget instead? #AbolishTheMonarchy #Budget
@RachelReevesMP
, instead of cutting our public services, how about cutting the half billion royal budget instead? #AbolishTheMonarchy #Budget
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All Labour, Green and independent councillors at Oxford City Council have just called for public ownership of Thames Water
This government can't stop the rising tide of public opinion, even from their own councillors.
📣 Public ownership of Thames Water NOW.
This government can't stop the rising tide of public opinion, even from their own councillors.
📣 Public ownership of Thames Water NOW.
Council calls to nationalise Thames Water amid 'disgusting' sewage spills
Oxford City Council has called for Thames Water to be brought back into public ownership, amid complaints about "disgusting" sewage spills.
www.thisisoxfordshire.co.uk
November 27, 2025 at 11:31 AM
All Labour, Green and independent councillors at Oxford City Council have just called for public ownership of Thames Water
This government can't stop the rising tide of public opinion, even from their own councillors.
📣 Public ownership of Thames Water NOW.
This government can't stop the rising tide of public opinion, even from their own councillors.
📣 Public ownership of Thames Water NOW.
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“We are ramping up sanctions on Russia…
We are freezing known Russian assets…
But let me be clear, I don’t actually mean the right honourable member for Clacton.”
We are freezing known Russian assets…
But let me be clear, I don’t actually mean the right honourable member for Clacton.”
Reeves aims a searing ‘Russian assets’ gibe at Farage
Rachel Reeves used her Budget speech to jab at Nigel Farage, invoking Russia amid renewed security concerns
eastangliabylines.co.uk
November 26, 2025 at 9:43 PM
“We are ramping up sanctions on Russia…
We are freezing known Russian assets…
But let me be clear, I don’t actually mean the right honourable member for Clacton.”
We are freezing known Russian assets…
But let me be clear, I don’t actually mean the right honourable member for Clacton.”
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Late evening thought: if Labour scraps jury trials, you could be judged by ONE person with unchecked power. No public voice. No safeguard. That is not justice. #JuryTrials #JusticeCrisis #UKPolitics #CivilLiberties #VoxPolitical
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Lammy's plan to end the right to jury trial is an attack on your legal protections
A Labour government is planning to end the right to trial by jury in most criminal cases - seriously reducing the amount of protection defendants have.
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November 26, 2025 at 10:52 PM
Late evening thought: if Labour scraps jury trials, you could be judged by ONE person with unchecked power. No public voice. No safeguard. That is not justice. #JuryTrials #JusticeCrisis #UKPolitics #CivilLiberties #VoxPolitical
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Well done to all those who have tirelessly campaigned to scrap the 2-child benefit cap.
Today, the government admitted it had been keeping thousands of children in poverty for no reason whatsoever.
Next, tax wealth, reverse austerity and end the privatisation rip-off!
Today, the government admitted it had been keeping thousands of children in poverty for no reason whatsoever.
Next, tax wealth, reverse austerity and end the privatisation rip-off!
November 26, 2025 at 2:33 PM
Well done to all those who have tirelessly campaigned to scrap the 2-child benefit cap.
Today, the government admitted it had been keeping thousands of children in poverty for no reason whatsoever.
Next, tax wealth, reverse austerity and end the privatisation rip-off!
Today, the government admitted it had been keeping thousands of children in poverty for no reason whatsoever.
Next, tax wealth, reverse austerity and end the privatisation rip-off!
This is a major anti-democratic proposal from Lammy. Juries reduce the risk of miscarriages of justice; and a judge for example would be free to crack down on peaceful protest, without the input of a jury.
www.theguardian.com/law/2025/nov...
www.theguardian.com/law/2025/nov...
David Lammy considers scrapping jury trials for all but the most serious cases
Senior lawyers criticise justice secretary’s radical plan for England and Wales, saying it could ‘destroy justice as we know it’
www.theguardian.com
November 26, 2025 at 2:50 PM
This is a major anti-democratic proposal from Lammy. Juries reduce the risk of miscarriages of justice; and a judge for example would be free to crack down on peaceful protest, without the input of a jury.
www.theguardian.com/law/2025/nov...
www.theguardian.com/law/2025/nov...
The government lost (??) them and so far are ignoring that and just considering the responses they kept. Outrageous!
🚨This is a scandal! The government lost thousands of public responses to their railway consultation.
That means that if you want to end the private rolling stock ripoff, or cut fares, or end competition law in the railway, your voice was silenced.
Take action here: weownit.org.uk/act-now/rail...
That means that if you want to end the private rolling stock ripoff, or cut fares, or end competition law in the railway, your voice was silenced.
Take action here: weownit.org.uk/act-now/rail...
November 26, 2025 at 2:36 PM
The government lost (??) them and so far are ignoring that and just considering the responses they kept. Outrageous!
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🚨BREAKING -- A new UN report has found Israel's annihilation of Gaza has erased 69 years of human development, marking the worst economic collapse ever recorded.
All with the UK government's support👇
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All with the UK government's support👇
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November 26, 2025 at 10:19 AM
🚨BREAKING -- A new UN report has found Israel's annihilation of Gaza has erased 69 years of human development, marking the worst economic collapse ever recorded.
All with the UK government's support👇
unctad.org/publication/...
All with the UK government's support👇
unctad.org/publication/...
Labour will privatise the NHS through a form of PFI, crippling it with further massive debt, and create profit streams for private companies from our public funds.
It’s unbelievable that Starmer, Reeves and Streeting are doing this…🚨
November 26, 2025 at 12:10 PM
Labour will privatise the NHS through a form of PFI, crippling it with further massive debt, and create profit streams for private companies from our public funds.
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Not only did Brexit not provide any extra money for the NHS - as liar-in-chief Boris Johnson promised - but Brexit is impoverishing the UK each year by an amount of money not far off the annual NHS budget.
Thanks Farage.
Thanks Farage.
November 26, 2025 at 10:48 AM
Not only did Brexit not provide any extra money for the NHS - as liar-in-chief Boris Johnson promised - but Brexit is impoverishing the UK each year by an amount of money not far off the annual NHS budget.
Thanks Farage.
Thanks Farage.
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BREAKING UPDATE:
Today, alongside @amnestyuk.bsky.social, we’re intervening in the Palestine Action hearing.
www.libertyhumanrights.org.uk/issue/libert...
Today, alongside @amnestyuk.bsky.social, we’re intervening in the Palestine Action hearing.
www.libertyhumanrights.org.uk/issue/libert...
Liberty tells court Palestine Action Proscription was disproportionate - Liberty
www.libertyhumanrights.org.uk
November 26, 2025 at 10:57 AM
BREAKING UPDATE:
Today, alongside @amnestyuk.bsky.social, we’re intervening in the Palestine Action hearing.
www.libertyhumanrights.org.uk/issue/libert...
Today, alongside @amnestyuk.bsky.social, we’re intervening in the Palestine Action hearing.
www.libertyhumanrights.org.uk/issue/libert...
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China has brought millions out of poverty. The US has not – by choice.
The UK is following the US model. Wealth concentrated in fewer hands. 24m can't attain minimum standard of living, real average wage unchanged since 2008, public services eroded, profiteering is rife.
The UK is following the US model. Wealth concentrated in fewer hands. 24m can't attain minimum standard of living, real average wage unchanged since 2008, public services eroded, profiteering is rife.
China has brought millions out of poverty. The US has not – by choice
Despite the US’s economic success, income inequality remains breathtaking. But this is no glitch – it’s the system
www.theguardian.com
November 25, 2025 at 8:50 AM
China has brought millions out of poverty. The US has not – by choice.
The UK is following the US model. Wealth concentrated in fewer hands. 24m can't attain minimum standard of living, real average wage unchanged since 2008, public services eroded, profiteering is rife.
The UK is following the US model. Wealth concentrated in fewer hands. 24m can't attain minimum standard of living, real average wage unchanged since 2008, public services eroded, profiteering is rife.
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🚨 The verdict is in: Labour plans to use private money to build its “NHS Neighbourhood Rebuild” programme.
This is a huge red flag — NHS trusts are still billions in debt from old PFI-style schemes. 💸
We’ll be watching closely as more info comes out.
➡️ www.telegraph.co.uk/politics/202...
This is a huge red flag — NHS trusts are still billions in debt from old PFI-style schemes. 💸
We’ll be watching closely as more info comes out.
➡️ www.telegraph.co.uk/politics/202...
Labour to use private cash to expand GP hubs
Ministers announce plan to ‘fundamentally reimagine’ local healthcare with 250 ‘one-stop shops’
www.telegraph.co.uk
November 25, 2025 at 9:09 AM
🚨 The verdict is in: Labour plans to use private money to build its “NHS Neighbourhood Rebuild” programme.
This is a huge red flag — NHS trusts are still billions in debt from old PFI-style schemes. 💸
We’ll be watching closely as more info comes out.
➡️ www.telegraph.co.uk/politics/202...
This is a huge red flag — NHS trusts are still billions in debt from old PFI-style schemes. 💸
We’ll be watching closely as more info comes out.
➡️ www.telegraph.co.uk/politics/202...
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Here’s The S*n’s pathetic, microscopic apology for one of the biggest lies in modern British politics - the “benefits tourism” fairy tale that conned millions and helped drag us into Brexit. They poison democracy with front-page lies, then whisper “sorry” in tiny print.
November 25, 2025 at 9:20 AM
Here’s The S*n’s pathetic, microscopic apology for one of the biggest lies in modern British politics - the “benefits tourism” fairy tale that conned millions and helped drag us into Brexit. They poison democracy with front-page lies, then whisper “sorry” in tiny print.
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Reform UK isn’t a “protest vote” — it’s a party with a history of jailed, sacked and suspended candidates. If you think this is the best option, think again.
#ReformUK #corruption #protestvote #UKPolitics
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#ReformUK #corruption #protestvote #UKPolitics
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Why UK polling patterns keep repeating before elections
UK polling swings repeat before every election. Here’s what the pattern means for the next general election and why it keeps happening.
voxpoliticalonline.com
November 24, 2025 at 11:59 AM
Reform UK isn’t a “protest vote” — it’s a party with a history of jailed, sacked and suspended candidates. If you think this is the best option, think again.
#ReformUK #corruption #protestvote #UKPolitics
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#ReformUK #corruption #protestvote #UKPolitics
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