David Nowell
@nowelly2024.bsky.social
More or less retired journalist often found in Tenerife. Writer. Published author x 2. Champion of dementia and diabetes care. Proud Lancastrian.
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David Nowell
@nowelly2024.bsky.social
· Nov 17
Hello Bluesky-ers! (Is that a thing?) Given Threads a go - now on here too. Ageing journalist, music nut and author looking for info and non-toxic discussion!😂
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🚨 Our polling consistently finds that a majority of people now support the UK rejoining the EU.
EU membership is a no-brainer, and Burnham should pledge to rejoin.
https://www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/politics/burnham-eu-brexit-rejoin-manifesto-election-b3053914.html
EU membership is a no-brainer, and Burnham should pledge to rejoin.
https://www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/politics/burnham-eu-brexit-rejoin-manifesto-election-b3053914.html
September 22, 2026 at 8:45 AM
🚨 Our polling consistently finds that a majority of people now support the UK rejoining the EU.
EU membership is a no-brainer, and Burnham should pledge to rejoin.
https://www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/politics/burnham-eu-brexit-rejoin-manifesto-election-b3053914.html
EU membership is a no-brainer, and Burnham should pledge to rejoin.
https://www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/politics/burnham-eu-brexit-rejoin-manifesto-election-b3053914.html
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Our politics, as well as our economy have been captured by the super-rich. That’s why we should set a hard cap on political donations.
Once again though, winning this common sense policy is often painted as unworkable & unachievable.
Here's why we know that's nonsense... 🧵 1/6
Once again though, winning this common sense policy is often painted as unworkable & unachievable.
Here's why we know that's nonsense... 🧵 1/6
September 22, 2026 at 9:45 AM
Our politics, as well as our economy have been captured by the super-rich. That’s why we should set a hard cap on political donations.
Once again though, winning this common sense policy is often painted as unworkable & unachievable.
Here's why we know that's nonsense... 🧵 1/6
Once again though, winning this common sense policy is often painted as unworkable & unachievable.
Here's why we know that's nonsense... 🧵 1/6
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NEW: Electricity prices in the UK are among the highest in the G7.
Why is this? And what can the government do about it?
Our new IFS Green Budget chapter explains: [THREAD] ⬇️
Why is this? And what can the government do about it?
Our new IFS Green Budget chapter explains: [THREAD] ⬇️
September 22, 2026 at 7:45 AM
NEW: Electricity prices in the UK are among the highest in the G7.
Why is this? And what can the government do about it?
Our new IFS Green Budget chapter explains: [THREAD] ⬇️
Why is this? And what can the government do about it?
Our new IFS Green Budget chapter explains: [THREAD] ⬇️
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“Shutting reporters out sounds like the measure of a dictator and totalitarian who doesn’t want a free press.”
Is Trump banning 'fake news' reporters from the White House as a guise to settle scores with reporters who've exposed his corruption?
Is Trump banning 'fake news' reporters from the White House as a guise to settle scores with reporters who've exposed his corruption?
September 21, 2026 at 2:53 PM
“Shutting reporters out sounds like the measure of a dictator and totalitarian who doesn’t want a free press.”
Is Trump banning 'fake news' reporters from the White House as a guise to settle scores with reporters who've exposed his corruption?
Is Trump banning 'fake news' reporters from the White House as a guise to settle scores with reporters who've exposed his corruption?
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We’re at the Liberal Democrat Conference in Brighton, fighting for #JusticeForWASPI! Visit our stand and stand with us—your support matters now more than ever. Let’s make our voices heard! #LDConf Liberal Democrat Conference 🔶
September 21, 2026 at 3:33 PM
We’re at the Liberal Democrat Conference in Brighton, fighting for #JusticeForWASPI! Visit our stand and stand with us—your support matters now more than ever. Let’s make our voices heard! #LDConf Liberal Democrat Conference 🔶
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The correct answer to hate ♥️
September 21, 2026 at 2:00 PM
The correct answer to hate ♥️
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Earl Spencer said there was a "direct line" between Martin Bashir's fraudulent BBC interview with Princess Diana and her death. It lead to her personal driver being fired because he was falsely named as a media informant. www.telegraph.co.uk/royal-family...
www.telegraph.co.uk
September 21, 2026 at 10:02 AM
Earl Spencer said there was a "direct line" between Martin Bashir's fraudulent BBC interview with Princess Diana and her death. It lead to her personal driver being fired because he was falsely named as a media informant. www.telegraph.co.uk/royal-family...
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BBC Sport staff are reportedly preparing for "significant" job losses on Wednesday due to the implementation of a wide-ranging cost-saving programme. The Daily Mail has reported that some staff are considering strike action www.dailymail.com/sport/footba...
More chaos at the BBC as sport staff prepare for mass job redundancies
MIKE KEEGAN: Daily Mail Sport has learned that staff are bracing themselves for a department-wide summit on Wednesday afternoon.
www.dailymail.com
September 21, 2026 at 10:03 AM
BBC Sport staff are reportedly preparing for "significant" job losses on Wednesday due to the implementation of a wide-ranging cost-saving programme. The Daily Mail has reported that some staff are considering strike action www.dailymail.com/sport/footba...
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Journalists from CNN, MS Now and Politico had badges confiscated when they tried to enter the White House grounds on Saturday. President Trump announced the banning of the three outlets in a Truth Social post on Friday, with "other fake news media outlets to follow" www.nytimes.com/2026/09/19/b...
https://www.nytimes.com/2026/09/19/business/media/trump-white-house-press-ban.html
www.nytimes.com
September 21, 2026 at 9:54 AM
Journalists from CNN, MS Now and Politico had badges confiscated when they tried to enter the White House grounds on Saturday. President Trump announced the banning of the three outlets in a Truth Social post on Friday, with "other fake news media outlets to follow" www.nytimes.com/2026/09/19/b...
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UK airports experiencing more air traffic control issues with delays reported
UK airports experiencing more air traffic control issues with delays reported
Passengers travelling from airports in the UK, including Glasgow, are experiencing air traffic control issues today (September 21).
dlvr.it
September 21, 2026 at 8:24 AM
UK airports experiencing more air traffic control issues with delays reported
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🔥 GET READY! An exciting tribute show will be going on sale this week! 1894 members exclusive accesses from Wed 23 Sep, 10am with general sale commencing Fri 25 Sep, 10am.
👉 Be an early bird and Join our 1894 Club Now for exclusive first access. https://bit.ly/4xEpEgD
👉 Be an early bird and Join our 1894 Club Now for exclusive first access. https://bit.ly/4xEpEgD
September 21, 2026 at 8:59 AM
🔥 GET READY! An exciting tribute show will be going on sale this week! 1894 members exclusive accesses from Wed 23 Sep, 10am with general sale commencing Fri 25 Sep, 10am.
👉 Be an early bird and Join our 1894 Club Now for exclusive first access. https://bit.ly/4xEpEgD
👉 Be an early bird and Join our 1894 Club Now for exclusive first access. https://bit.ly/4xEpEgD
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Having lived through those years, I remember the fear many reporters faced but carried on despite all. Thank you.
September 20, 2026 at 7:08 PM
Having lived through those years, I remember the fear many reporters faced but carried on despite all. Thank you.
Some sexual offence cases are taking 3 years to get to court
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
England and Wales to have specialist courts for rape cases
Funding will allow victims to view proceedings remotely and give evidence from a separate room via video link, the government says.
www.bbc.co.uk
September 21, 2026 at 7:46 AM
Some sexual offence cases are taking 3 years to get to court
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
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Liverpool-born Frank Hornby, inventor of the Meccano construction set, Hornby Model Railways and Dinky Toys, died on this day 1936 aged 73. He became a millionaire and was Conservative MP for Everton 1931-35.
September 21, 2026 at 7:02 AM
Liverpool-born Frank Hornby, inventor of the Meccano construction set, Hornby Model Railways and Dinky Toys, died on this day 1936 aged 73. He became a millionaire and was Conservative MP for Everton 1931-35.
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This should be the moment people finally realise that Farage has turned them into fascists.
If you’re choosing this dangerous inhumanity over the rescue work of the RNLI, you’ve lost your minds to racism and hatred.
If you’re choosing this dangerous inhumanity over the rescue work of the RNLI, you’ve lost your minds to racism and hatred.
September 19, 2026 at 7:45 AM
This should be the moment people finally realise that Farage has turned them into fascists.
If you’re choosing this dangerous inhumanity over the rescue work of the RNLI, you’ve lost your minds to racism and hatred.
If you’re choosing this dangerous inhumanity over the rescue work of the RNLI, you’ve lost your minds to racism and hatred.
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🤔 Nigel Farage leads a political party. He’s a sitting MP. And he now hosts his own weekly primetime show on GB News.
🚨Broadcasters are required to present news in an impartial manner, without political bias.
👇 Add your name to demand that Ofcom takes immediate action.
🚨Broadcasters are required to present news in an impartial manner, without political bias.
👇 Add your name to demand that Ofcom takes immediate action.
Farage on GB News: Demand that Ofcom takes immediate action - Best for Britain
bestforbritain.org
September 19, 2026 at 7:46 AM
🤔 Nigel Farage leads a political party. He’s a sitting MP. And he now hosts his own weekly primetime show on GB News.
🚨Broadcasters are required to present news in an impartial manner, without political bias.
👇 Add your name to demand that Ofcom takes immediate action.
🚨Broadcasters are required to present news in an impartial manner, without political bias.
👇 Add your name to demand that Ofcom takes immediate action.
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"I don't like to use expletives on this podcast, but what the actual f**k?" says Jon Sopel.
How will Trump and MAGA "wiggle out" of scrutiny over why Russia paid so much for Don Jr's wedding?
www.thenewsagents.co.uk/article/why-...
How will Trump and MAGA "wiggle out" of scrutiny over why Russia paid so much for Don Jr's wedding?
www.thenewsagents.co.uk/article/why-...
Why did Putin’s mega-rich mate spend so much on Don Jr’s wedding? | The News Agents
A senior Republican has told Miles Taylor he is “very concerned” about Umar Kremlev, a close friend of Vladimir Putin, giving a huge amount to Donald Trump Jr and his second wife, Bettina Anderson.
www.thenewsagents.co.uk
September 19, 2026 at 8:00 AM
"I don't like to use expletives on this podcast, but what the actual f**k?" says Jon Sopel.
How will Trump and MAGA "wiggle out" of scrutiny over why Russia paid so much for Don Jr's wedding?
www.thenewsagents.co.uk/article/why-...
How will Trump and MAGA "wiggle out" of scrutiny over why Russia paid so much for Don Jr's wedding?
www.thenewsagents.co.uk/article/why-...
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A number of jurors from the trial that acquitted a Maltese businessman of complicity in the 2017 murder of journalist Daphne Caruana Galizia have reportedly been arrested by the police "in connection with an investigation linked to the trial" www.maltatoday.com.mt/news/court_a...
Number of jurors in Yorgen Fenech trial arrested and released on police bail
A number of jurors, who formed part of the nine-member jury panel in the Yorgen Fenech trial have been arrested and are being investigated by the police • Police say investigations centering on…
www.maltatoday.com.mt
September 18, 2026 at 9:02 AM
A number of jurors from the trial that acquitted a Maltese businessman of complicity in the 2017 murder of journalist Daphne Caruana Galizia have reportedly been arrested by the police "in connection with an investigation linked to the trial" www.maltatoday.com.mt/news/court_a...
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🔎 New report out!
Growing up in poverty increases the likelihood of being NEET - not in employment, education or training - as a young adult, and inadequate income holds young people back from returning to earning or learning.
Growing up in poverty increases the likelihood of being NEET - not in employment, education or training - as a young adult, and inadequate income holds young people back from returning to earning or learning.
September 17, 2026 at 10:13 AM
🔎 New report out!
Growing up in poverty increases the likelihood of being NEET - not in employment, education or training - as a young adult, and inadequate income holds young people back from returning to earning or learning.
Growing up in poverty increases the likelihood of being NEET - not in employment, education or training - as a young adult, and inadequate income holds young people back from returning to earning or learning.