Andrea
@andreaala.bsky.social
Live in Brighton. Interested in world affairs, books, dogs, coffee and wine. And cats. I forgot the cat….
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Now THIS is incredible. 26 decommissioned wind turbines from Scotland's first commercial wind farm were - wait for it - 99.9% recycled? Less than 0.1% of their materials into landfill:
www.newcivilengineer.com/latest/uk-fi...
Blimey.
www.newcivilengineer.com/latest/uk-fi...
Blimey.
‘UK first’ sees decommissioning of ScottishPower wind farm demonstrate turbine circularity | New Civil Engineer
Hagshaw Hill Wind Farm in South Lanarkshire opened in the mid-‘90s and was decommissioned in 2023 before being repowered and brought back onstream in late
www.newcivilengineer.com
September 13, 2026 at 4:26 PM
Now THIS is incredible. 26 decommissioned wind turbines from Scotland's first commercial wind farm were - wait for it - 99.9% recycled? Less than 0.1% of their materials into landfill:
www.newcivilengineer.com/latest/uk-fi...
Blimey.
www.newcivilengineer.com/latest/uk-fi...
Blimey.
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#OffTheScale Donations to the main parties, £m per calendar year. (2026 is part-year, to 30 June, plus the £72m announced this week) c/o @frasernelson.bsky.social
September 13, 2026 at 7:48 AM
#OffTheScale Donations to the main parties, £m per calendar year. (2026 is part-year, to 30 June, plus the £72m announced this week) c/o @frasernelson.bsky.social
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So long democracy it was nice knowing you. www.theguardian.com/politics/202...
Christopher Harborne matches £36m Reform donation of Ben Delo
Party leader, Nigel Farage, ‘humbled’ by contributions from billionaires as Harborne addresses ‘media speculation’
www.theguardian.com
September 13, 2026 at 4:56 AM
So long democracy it was nice knowing you. www.theguardian.com/politics/202...
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Deeply disappointing. Assisted Dying and improved palliative care are not alternative options - we urgently need them both.
MPs vote against legalising assisted dying in England and Wales
Bill fails at second reading despite near-identical legislation being approved by Commons in last parliament
www.theguardian.com
September 11, 2026 at 2:10 PM
Deeply disappointing. Assisted Dying and improved palliative care are not alternative options - we urgently need them both.
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Londres plongée en pleine «tapestry-mania» avec l’ouverture de l’exposition de la tapisserie de Bayeux : «Les Britanniques sont complètement fous de cette œuvre»
➡️ https://l.liberation.fr/nNp
➡️ https://l.liberation.fr/nNp
September 11, 2026 at 2:35 AM
Londres plongée en pleine «tapestry-mania» avec l’ouverture de l’exposition de la tapisserie de Bayeux : «Les Britanniques sont complètement fous de cette œuvre»
➡️ https://l.liberation.fr/nNp
➡️ https://l.liberation.fr/nNp
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What if the whole country saw the full picture? This is a national emergency. The impacts are already here.
But the solutions exist.
Communities are watching the People’s Emergency Briefing and discussing what to do next with neighbours and MPs
#EarthDay
Screenings www.nebriefing.org/screening-map
But the solutions exist.
Communities are watching the People’s Emergency Briefing and discussing what to do next with neighbours and MPs
#EarthDay
Screenings www.nebriefing.org/screening-map
April 22, 2026 at 8:44 AM
What if the whole country saw the full picture? This is a national emergency. The impacts are already here.
But the solutions exist.
Communities are watching the People’s Emergency Briefing and discussing what to do next with neighbours and MPs
#EarthDay
Screenings www.nebriefing.org/screening-map
But the solutions exist.
Communities are watching the People’s Emergency Briefing and discussing what to do next with neighbours and MPs
#EarthDay
Screenings www.nebriefing.org/screening-map
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Return of the Blackshirts.
Dozens of men dressed in black, wearing balaclavas blocked the road at Dover.
Organised to frighten people
Crime and Policing Act 2026: "the wearing or otherwise using of an item that conceals identity when in an area designated by police" is a criminal offence.
Dozens of men dressed in black, wearing balaclavas blocked the road at Dover.
Organised to frighten people
Crime and Policing Act 2026: "the wearing or otherwise using of an item that conceals identity when in an area designated by police" is a criminal offence.
Black-clad protesters in balaclavas block road at port of Dover in Kent
Port authorities say access roads ‘free flowing’ again after large group forces road closures in both directions
www.theguardian.com
September 5, 2026 at 12:49 PM
Return of the Blackshirts.
Dozens of men dressed in black, wearing balaclavas blocked the road at Dover.
Organised to frighten people
Crime and Policing Act 2026: "the wearing or otherwise using of an item that conceals identity when in an area designated by police" is a criminal offence.
Dozens of men dressed in black, wearing balaclavas blocked the road at Dover.
Organised to frighten people
Crime and Policing Act 2026: "the wearing or otherwise using of an item that conceals identity when in an area designated by police" is a criminal offence.
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Last year teenage homicides in England’s capital fell to their joint lowest level (similar to 2012) in almost 30 years. Thank London’s mayor
London’s approach to knife crime is working
Sadiq Khan has mainstreamed a public-health approach that was previously fringe
bit.ly
September 5, 2026 at 6:40 AM
Last year teenage homicides in England’s capital fell to their joint lowest level (similar to 2012) in almost 30 years. Thank London’s mayor
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“Protecting our women”
This footage is genuinely distressing
This footage is genuinely distressing
Content warning:
Multiple men violently assault a female protester at Reform's conference at the Birmingham NEC, to the visible delight of Nigel Farage.
Multiple men violently assault a female protester at Reform's conference at the Birmingham NEC, to the visible delight of Nigel Farage.
September 5, 2026 at 7:09 AM
“Protecting our women”
This footage is genuinely distressing
This footage is genuinely distressing
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Your weekend reminder that Nigel Farage wants to
- leave the ECHR
- repeal the Equality Act
- Strip back workers rights
- Lift restrictions on exploitative zero-hours contracts
- repeal the Renters’ Rights Act which abolishes no fault evictions
He is not on your side
youtu.be/KxOQRt8PQys?...
- leave the ECHR
- repeal the Equality Act
- Strip back workers rights
- Lift restrictions on exploitative zero-hours contracts
- repeal the Renters’ Rights Act which abolishes no fault evictions
He is not on your side
youtu.be/KxOQRt8PQys?...
If UK media actually explained Nigel Farage’s policies to the public no one would be supporting him
YouTube video by Peter Stefanovic
youtu.be
September 4, 2026 at 6:58 PM
Your weekend reminder that Nigel Farage wants to
- leave the ECHR
- repeal the Equality Act
- Strip back workers rights
- Lift restrictions on exploitative zero-hours contracts
- repeal the Renters’ Rights Act which abolishes no fault evictions
He is not on your side
youtu.be/KxOQRt8PQys?...
- leave the ECHR
- repeal the Equality Act
- Strip back workers rights
- Lift restrictions on exploitative zero-hours contracts
- repeal the Renters’ Rights Act which abolishes no fault evictions
He is not on your side
youtu.be/KxOQRt8PQys?...
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Reductions in violence and knife crime in London didn’t happen overnight. They're the result of sustained action and a view that violence is preventable, not inevitable.
My London VRU’s pioneering approach to prevention is a great example of the progress we are making in London.
My London VRU’s pioneering approach to prevention is a great example of the progress we are making in London.
Headlines scream lawless London - but that’s not the reality
By Lib Peck, Director - London’s Violence Reduction Unit
futuregovforum.substack.com
September 4, 2026 at 7:17 PM
Reductions in violence and knife crime in London didn’t happen overnight. They're the result of sustained action and a view that violence is preventable, not inevitable.
My London VRU’s pioneering approach to prevention is a great example of the progress we are making in London.
My London VRU’s pioneering approach to prevention is a great example of the progress we are making in London.
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I'm old enough to remember Nigel Farage ruling out any association with Le Pen's lot "now or in the future" because he considered them "far right". But I guess that's ok now.
Here is what he said in 2013 and 2015.
Here is what he said in 2013 and 2015.
September 4, 2026 at 7:43 PM
I'm old enough to remember Nigel Farage ruling out any association with Le Pen's lot "now or in the future" because he considered them "far right". But I guess that's ok now.
Here is what he said in 2013 and 2015.
Here is what he said in 2013 and 2015.
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Some 50 million pheasants are released into the countryside annually. Now DEFRA have opened a Call for Evidence on gamebird rearing, releasing & shooting, it’s vital that the public input - because you can be sure that the shooting industry will do so:
consultations.defra.gov.uk/call-for-evi...
consultations.defra.gov.uk/call-for-evi...
Call for Evidence on Gamebird Release, Shooting and Welfare during Rearing in England
The Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) is seeking evidence on the environmental and animal health and welfare impacts of gamebird rea...
consultations.defra.gov.uk
September 4, 2026 at 11:47 AM
Some 50 million pheasants are released into the countryside annually. Now DEFRA have opened a Call for Evidence on gamebird rearing, releasing & shooting, it’s vital that the public input - because you can be sure that the shooting industry will do so:
consultations.defra.gov.uk/call-for-evi...
consultations.defra.gov.uk/call-for-evi...
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The anti-ULEZ people have been so comprehensively proven wrong.
Pollution levels in London after 10 years of advancing sustainable transport.
September 3, 2026 at 2:01 PM
The anti-ULEZ people have been so comprehensively proven wrong.
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I would be so grateful if everyone who sees this could give it a repost. Due to some unforeseen expenses, finances are tough, but I really do have a lot of positive stuff to offer. Website: www.joshuaseigal.co.uk Sending huge love to all @michaelrosenyes.bsky.social #BackToSchool #EduSky
September 1, 2026 at 2:13 PM
I would be so grateful if everyone who sees this could give it a repost. Due to some unforeseen expenses, finances are tough, but I really do have a lot of positive stuff to offer. Website: www.joshuaseigal.co.uk Sending huge love to all @michaelrosenyes.bsky.social #BackToSchool #EduSky
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Female film-makers still being squeezed out of industry, London film festival director says
Female film-makers still being squeezed out of industry, London film festival director says
Over 40% of films in LFF programme are female-made, but only two of 21 gala films are directed by women
Female film-makers are still being squeezed out of the industry as they progress beyond their debut films, the director of the London film festival has said, adding that “the dial does not seem to be moving”.
Kristy Matheson’s comments came as LFF announced its full programme for this year’s event, which runs from 7 to 19 October. Of the 251 titles, 109 (43%) are made by female film-makers, but only two of the 21 gala films are directed by women. Continue reading...
www.theguardian.com
September 2, 2026 at 6:15 PM
Female film-makers still being squeezed out of industry, London film festival director says
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BREAKING: The former prime minister Keir Starmer announces he is standing down as an MP, prompting a byelection in his North London constituency.
Story in the great Camden New Journal
www.camdennewjournal.co.uk/article/excl...
Story in the great Camden New Journal
www.camdennewjournal.co.uk/article/excl...
Exclusive: Sir Keir Starmer to step down as MP for Holborn and St Pancras
Former PM thanks local Labour supporters and says he is proud of what he delivered in 11 years in the House of Commons
www.camdennewjournal.co.uk
September 1, 2026 at 11:23 AM
BREAKING: The former prime minister Keir Starmer announces he is standing down as an MP, prompting a byelection in his North London constituency.
Story in the great Camden New Journal
www.camdennewjournal.co.uk/article/excl...
Story in the great Camden New Journal
www.camdennewjournal.co.uk/article/excl...
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Inclusive, eclectic, and thriving: Brighton is officially one of the world’s 10 best cities for nightlife
The British seaside city's party scene ranked top in the world for its sense of community
www.timeout.com/uk/news/worl...
The British seaside city's party scene ranked top in the world for its sense of community
www.timeout.com/uk/news/worl...
August 31, 2026 at 12:30 PM
Inclusive, eclectic, and thriving: Brighton is officially one of the world’s 10 best cities for nightlife
The British seaside city's party scene ranked top in the world for its sense of community
www.timeout.com/uk/news/worl...
The British seaside city's party scene ranked top in the world for its sense of community
www.timeout.com/uk/news/worl...
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🔥 Hundreds of girls abused by Al-Fayed and his trafficking network are still awaiting justice.
AND the Met Police are refusing to investigate it as a trafficking operation. That’s key.
Here is where you can help out (and get a copy if you want) —> www.crowdfunder.co.uk/p/where-is-j...
AND the Met Police are refusing to investigate it as a trafficking operation. That’s key.
Here is where you can help out (and get a copy if you want) —> www.crowdfunder.co.uk/p/where-is-j...
August 29, 2026 at 12:27 PM
🔥 Hundreds of girls abused by Al-Fayed and his trafficking network are still awaiting justice.
AND the Met Police are refusing to investigate it as a trafficking operation. That’s key.
Here is where you can help out (and get a copy if you want) —> www.crowdfunder.co.uk/p/where-is-j...
AND the Met Police are refusing to investigate it as a trafficking operation. That’s key.
Here is where you can help out (and get a copy if you want) —> www.crowdfunder.co.uk/p/where-is-j...
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Canada erects giant ‘Lake Ontario’ sign as spat with Trump over name escalates
Canada erects giant ‘Lake Ontario’ sign as spat with Trump over name escalates
Meanwhile, Trump posts video of himself kicking over a Lake Ontario sign and replacing it with Lake America sign
Donald Trump and Canada continued a verbal duel on Saturday over the US government’s administrative renaming of Lake Ontario, with the country erecting a giant sign saying “Lake Ontario. Now and Always” – and the American president posting a video of him tearing down an avatar of that sign, erecting a replacement saying Lake America, and dancing to YMCA.
Rhetoric over the naming of Lake Ontario is the public face of an escalating trade dispute between the US and its northern neighbor involving a 50% US tariff on Canadian steel and retaliatory tariffs from Ottawa. Continue reading...
www.theguardian.com
August 30, 2026 at 3:31 PM
Canada erects giant ‘Lake Ontario’ sign as spat with Trump over name escalates
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Good news! 🌿
A Norfolk heath has made a remarkable recovery after a decade of rewilding – with rare plants returning, wildlife flourishing and nature showing what can happen when it’s given the chance.
A genuinely hopeful environmental story ⤵️
A Norfolk heath has made a remarkable recovery after a decade of rewilding – with rare plants returning, wildlife flourishing and nature showing what can happen when it’s given the chance.
A genuinely hopeful environmental story ⤵️
Miracle recovery of Norfolk heath after decade of rewilding
Rare butterflies, birds, and wildflowers thrive in 1,200 acres of new, biodiverse Norfolk grassland
eastangliabylines.co.uk
August 30, 2026 at 4:00 PM
Good news! 🌿
A Norfolk heath has made a remarkable recovery after a decade of rewilding – with rare plants returning, wildlife flourishing and nature showing what can happen when it’s given the chance.
A genuinely hopeful environmental story ⤵️
A Norfolk heath has made a remarkable recovery after a decade of rewilding – with rare plants returning, wildlife flourishing and nature showing what can happen when it’s given the chance.
A genuinely hopeful environmental story ⤵️
Second book on holiday was “The Distance between us” by Maggie O’Farrell. Have read and loved a few of her books and this was equally absorbing. My favourite of hers is “The Vanishing Act of Esme Lennox”. #booksky
August 29, 2026 at 7:44 AM
Second book on holiday was “The Distance between us” by Maggie O’Farrell. Have read and loved a few of her books and this was equally absorbing. My favourite of hers is “The Vanishing Act of Esme Lennox”. #booksky
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thank you the new yorker and françoise for having me do this cover for the late, great dolly parton
August 28, 2026 at 5:53 PM
thank you the new yorker and françoise for having me do this cover for the late, great dolly parton
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Nepal-Tibet flood: this is the cost of not acting in the face of the climate crisis | Sunil Acharya
Nepal-Tibet flood: this is the cost of not acting in the face of the climate crisis | Sunil Acharya
Nepalis and Tibetans must not pay the price – with their lives, livelihoods and money meant for education and health – for global heating caused by wealthy states, says Kathmandu-based climate policy specialist Sunil Acharya
www.theguardian.com
August 28, 2026 at 3:43 PM
Nepal-Tibet flood: this is the cost of not acting in the face of the climate crisis | Sunil Acharya