Seán McPartlin
@sean-mcp.bsky.social
Edinburgh Leitrim Southport
Education in Sport consultant; former Depute Head. Teacher, writer, reader, socialist republican, music fan.GAA CricketScotland, Hibs and Southport FC. Family 🇮🇪🫶🏴
Education in Sport consultant; former Depute Head. Teacher, writer, reader, socialist republican, music fan.GAA CricketScotland, Hibs and Southport FC. Family 🇮🇪🫶🏴
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Happy birthday to Robert Fergusson, born #OTD in 1750. A fearless satirist and poetic innovator in Scots language and tradition, he is one of the most erudite and influential Scottish writers. Watch this space for my new edition of his works, out with Edinburgh University Press in February!
September 5, 2026 at 3:44 PM
Happy birthday to Robert Fergusson, born #OTD in 1750. A fearless satirist and poetic innovator in Scots language and tradition, he is one of the most erudite and influential Scottish writers. Watch this space for my new edition of his works, out with Edinburgh University Press in February!
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I'm organising a Remembrance Lecture on Mon 9 November at Edinburgh Napier's Craiglockhart Campus- as a War Hospital, this was where Wilfred Owen & Siegfried Sassoon met. This year David Goldie will talk about Scottish Poetry of the First World War. Register: forms.cloud.microsoft/e/MTEHXf41Mf
August 28, 2026 at 3:47 PM
I'm organising a Remembrance Lecture on Mon 9 November at Edinburgh Napier's Craiglockhart Campus- as a War Hospital, this was where Wilfred Owen & Siegfried Sassoon met. This year David Goldie will talk about Scottish Poetry of the First World War. Register: forms.cloud.microsoft/e/MTEHXf41Mf
Ah Dolly Parton,showing wealth used for others brings greatness.Magnificent supporter millions of children in Scotland and around the world who thanks to her Imagination Library have the ultimate joy of reading, perspective and understanding. And some musician too! Made the world a better place 💕🙏
August 25, 2026 at 6:53 PM
Ah Dolly Parton,showing wealth used for others brings greatness.Magnificent supporter millions of children in Scotland and around the world who thanks to her Imagination Library have the ultimate joy of reading, perspective and understanding. And some musician too! Made the world a better place 💕🙏
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On this day, 21st August 1893, the Lincoln Monument in Old Calton Cemetery was unveiled to memorialise six Scottish soldiers who had fought in the Union Army during the American Civil War and to celebrate Abraham Lincoln's emancipation of slaves. #edinburghmonuments #usacivilwar
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Edinburgh's Lincoln Monument - The Old Edinburgh Club
Edinburgh's Lincoln Monument and its background story, a post published to mark the 160th anniversary of the end of the American Civil War
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August 21, 2026 at 9:32 AM
On this day, 21st August 1893, the Lincoln Monument in Old Calton Cemetery was unveiled to memorialise six Scottish soldiers who had fought in the Union Army during the American Civil War and to celebrate Abraham Lincoln's emancipation of slaves. #edinburghmonuments #usacivilwar
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The industrial scale hounding of Jason Arday by the UK media is nearly off the chart. Figures from Newscord show 249 articles about Arday in the UK media in a matter of weeks with The Times leading the pack with 44 & Daily Telegraph at 43. A morally bankrupt industry.
August 15, 2026 at 9:30 PM
The industrial scale hounding of Jason Arday by the UK media is nearly off the chart. Figures from Newscord show 249 articles about Arday in the UK media in a matter of weeks with The Times leading the pack with 44 & Daily Telegraph at 43. A morally bankrupt industry.
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Scotland at its diverse, proud and magnificent best. But not according to the Daily Mail.
August 12, 2026 at 10:20 PM
Scotland at its diverse, proud and magnificent best. But not according to the Daily Mail.
31.07.75 Buskhill, Co Down. Remembering the Miami Showband, those who died, survived, and all affected by the massacre and the long crusade for justice. Thoughts and prayers to all, and especially Stephen Travers for his love and tireless work for his band mates. 🙏❤️
July 31, 2026 at 3:57 PM
31.07.75 Buskhill, Co Down. Remembering the Miami Showband, those who died, survived, and all affected by the massacre and the long crusade for justice. Thoughts and prayers to all, and especially Stephen Travers for his love and tireless work for his band mates. 🙏❤️
Ah no! Go well, Glen. Your music will forever hang over Grafton St. Thank you for it all.🙏 Ar Dheis Dé go Raibh a Anam. Ní bheidh a leithéid arís ann.
July 29, 2026 at 11:51 AM
Ah no! Go well, Glen. Your music will forever hang over Grafton St. Thank you for it all.🙏 Ar Dheis Dé go Raibh a Anam. Ní bheidh a leithéid arís ann.
Comhghairdeás Maigh Eó! The curse broken after 75 years. @thehibees.bsky.social waited 114 years - so can imagine the joy out west tonight! Our Lady of Knock will be dancing at the end of the runway at Ireland West 💚❤️ Delighted for Andy Moran who was so good for @Leitrimgaa #allirelandfinal #gaa
July 27, 2026 at 12:06 AM
Comhghairdeás Maigh Eó! The curse broken after 75 years. @thehibees.bsky.social waited 114 years - so can imagine the joy out west tonight! Our Lady of Knock will be dancing at the end of the runway at Ireland West 💚❤️ Delighted for Andy Moran who was so good for @Leitrimgaa #allirelandfinal #gaa
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if I did not want to be casually labelled a nazi I would simply not be a nazi and hang out with nazis
Reform UK MSP Thomas Kerr has insisted politicians who 'casually label their opponents' as Nazis 'cheapen the Holocaust' and 'undermine the promise of never again' in response to violence erupting in Glasgow
This is despite far-right demonstrators performing Nazi salutes at Glasgow Green
This is despite far-right demonstrators performing Nazi salutes at Glasgow Green
July 26, 2026 at 7:30 PM
if I did not want to be casually labelled a nazi I would simply not be a nazi and hang out with nazis
Despite my grá mór for Ciarraí, got to support Maigh Eo and Andy Moran after 75 years of the curse! ❤️💚 #thewestsawake #allirelandfinal #gaa
July 26, 2026 at 12:22 PM
Despite my grá mór for Ciarraí, got to support Maigh Eo and Andy Moran after 75 years of the curse! ❤️💚 #thewestsawake #allirelandfinal #gaa
Sorry to hear of the death of the BBC's Edward Stourton. "Cruel Crossing" about the escape routes from Hitler over the Pyrenees was a brilliant read, and he wrote with great insight about Catholicism. A highly regarded member of the "old brigade". RIP🙏
July 20, 2026 at 2:40 PM
Sorry to hear of the death of the BBC's Edward Stourton. "Cruel Crossing" about the escape routes from Hitler over the Pyrenees was a brilliant read, and he wrote with great insight about Catholicism. A highly regarded member of the "old brigade". RIP🙏
Felicidades y Gracias Lionel Messi. The greatest footballer, but more importantly, the greatest role model, possessing the class to show youngsters you can be a superstar without acting like a complete arse. 🙌🇦🇷
July 19, 2026 at 10:54 PM
Felicidades y Gracias Lionel Messi. The greatest footballer, but more importantly, the greatest role model, possessing the class to show youngsters you can be a superstar without acting like a complete arse. 🙌🇦🇷
Fab end to the week! 8.5K at Edinburgh Castle singing Woo Woos in "Real Gone Kid" then mass rendition of "Dignity" and reminder of why "Chocolate Girl" is one of my all time faves! @deaconbluemusic.bsky.social rock cos they love their music - no wonder Scotland is proud of them! Thank you guys! 🙏
July 17, 2026 at 11:22 PM
Fab end to the week! 8.5K at Edinburgh Castle singing Woo Woos in "Real Gone Kid" then mass rendition of "Dignity" and reminder of why "Chocolate Girl" is one of my all time faves! @deaconbluemusic.bsky.social rock cos they love their music - no wonder Scotland is proud of them! Thank you guys! 🙏
Genuinely upset at death of Gary Sobers. Beyond doubt the greatest cricketer of my lifetime. More importantly, he showed you can be hero and legend and not completely lose the run of yourself. Privileged to have seen him play. A proud, decent representative of Barbados and West Indies. Go well!!🙏
July 17, 2026 at 3:48 PM
Genuinely upset at death of Gary Sobers. Beyond doubt the greatest cricketer of my lifetime. More importantly, he showed you can be hero and legend and not completely lose the run of yourself. Privileged to have seen him play. A proud, decent representative of Barbados and West Indies. Go well!!🙏
55 years ago this week - with pal Steve - first saw James Taylor (with Carole King ) at Manchester Free Trade Hall.
Delighted Steve was there with us again tonight, in the stunning surroundings of #edinburghcastle. James was superb, representing the best of America! Love the man!!!
Delighted Steve was there with us again tonight, in the stunning surroundings of #edinburghcastle. James was superb, representing the best of America! Love the man!!!
July 14, 2026 at 11:55 PM
55 years ago this week - with pal Steve - first saw James Taylor (with Carole King ) at Manchester Free Trade Hall.
Delighted Steve was there with us again tonight, in the stunning surroundings of #edinburghcastle. James was superb, representing the best of America! Love the man!!!
Delighted Steve was there with us again tonight, in the stunning surroundings of #edinburghcastle. James was superb, representing the best of America! Love the man!!!
Ádh mór agus míle buíochas to Áine Lawlor of #RTE who for 42 years has represented the highest integrity in current affairs, political and news broadcasting. A godsend to those of us outwith Ireland, who could always depend on her incisive and balanced reporting. Go n-éirí an bóthar leat!
July 13, 2026 at 11:55 PM
Ádh mór agus míle buíochas to Áine Lawlor of #RTE who for 42 years has represented the highest integrity in current affairs, political and news broadcasting. A godsend to those of us outwith Ireland, who could always depend on her incisive and balanced reporting. Go n-éirí an bóthar leat!
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Don't tax the rich.
Don't fix Brexit.
Everything will be fine.
The Labour Party continues its decline into errelevance.
Don't fix Brexit.
Everything will be fine.
The Labour Party continues its decline into errelevance.
June 30, 2026 at 3:29 PM
Don't tax the rich.
Don't fix Brexit.
Everything will be fine.
The Labour Party continues its decline into errelevance.
Don't fix Brexit.
Everything will be fine.
The Labour Party continues its decline into errelevance.
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"Manchesterism" is the UK's new big thing.
Unemployment in Manchester 6.5%
Unemployment in Scotland 4.3%
Child poverty in Manchester 37%
Child poverty in Scotland 21%
But Manchester DOES have loads of empty luxury flats.
Seems the UK needs less Manchesterism and more ScotGov.
Unemployment in Manchester 6.5%
Unemployment in Scotland 4.3%
Child poverty in Manchester 37%
Child poverty in Scotland 21%
But Manchester DOES have loads of empty luxury flats.
Seems the UK needs less Manchesterism and more ScotGov.
June 30, 2026 at 4:03 PM
"Manchesterism" is the UK's new big thing.
Unemployment in Manchester 6.5%
Unemployment in Scotland 4.3%
Child poverty in Manchester 37%
Child poverty in Scotland 21%
But Manchester DOES have loads of empty luxury flats.
Seems the UK needs less Manchesterism and more ScotGov.
Unemployment in Manchester 6.5%
Unemployment in Scotland 4.3%
Child poverty in Manchester 37%
Child poverty in Scotland 21%
But Manchester DOES have loads of empty luxury flats.
Seems the UK needs less Manchesterism and more ScotGov.
My first political hero. Still an inspiration. 6.06.68. Never forgotten, always remembered. 🙏 #bobbykennedy
June 6, 2026 at 11:33 AM
My first political hero. Still an inspiration. 6.06.68. Never forgotten, always remembered. 🙏 #bobbykennedy
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Totally niche again, but given I follow quite a lot of Italians I thought it was worth a try. I'm looking for anyone who really loved Pinocchio as a child - someone for whom it has a special significance for any reason, or who has a story connected with it. I'd be grateful for RTs. Thank you.
May 26, 2026 at 8:55 PM
Totally niche again, but given I follow quite a lot of Italians I thought it was worth a try. I'm looking for anyone who really loved Pinocchio as a child - someone for whom it has a special significance for any reason, or who has a story connected with it. I'd be grateful for RTs. Thank you.
Now ...breathe @liammcilvanney.bsky.social
Oh ye of little faith!!! Well done Killie. Pies remain! 🙌🥧
Oh ye of little faith!!! Well done Killie. Pies remain! 🙌🥧
May 12, 2026 at 8:44 PM
Now ...breathe @liammcilvanney.bsky.social
Oh ye of little faith!!! Well done Killie. Pies remain! 🙌🥧
Oh ye of little faith!!! Well done Killie. Pies remain! 🙌🥧
Stunningly good at @lyceumedinburgh.bsky.social - tour de force from @dawnsteele1.bsky.social enhanced by music from Ricky Ross - about a lot more than football. Totally hits the spot. Highly recommended. #blackdiamondsandthebluebrazil
May 11, 2026 at 10:42 PM
Stunningly good at @lyceumedinburgh.bsky.social - tour de force from @dawnsteele1.bsky.social enhanced by music from Ricky Ross - about a lot more than football. Totally hits the spot. Highly recommended. #blackdiamondsandthebluebrazil
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Anas Sarwar up until yesterday. This election isn't about Starmer, it's about casting judgement on the SNP and making me first minister.
Anas Sarwar today - it's all Starmer's fault.
Anas Sarwar today - it's all Starmer's fault.
May 8, 2026 at 4:07 PM
Anas Sarwar up until yesterday. This election isn't about Starmer, it's about casting judgement on the SNP and making me first minister.
Anas Sarwar today - it's all Starmer's fault.
Anas Sarwar today - it's all Starmer's fault.