Should Nigel Farage be able to create 200 life peers after the next election? How will the House of Lords work if a party of government or the official opposition has no - or next to no - representation in the Lords? The House of Lords is unprepared for today's multi-party politics.

Voters should have their say on what's going on in their communities - not least the massive, unnecessary local government reorganisation that is being imposed on them by Whitehall.

“There is now majority support for electoral reform among the voters of all five principal parties across the UK.” Fantastic to host the esteemed Prof Sir John Curtice at our joint UD-MVM webinar this week. If you missed it, you can watch it back here 👇 www.youtube.com/watch?v=QXme...

A level electoral playing field needs an independent referee. Great to talk to BBC Today in Parliament last week about the campaign to restore the Electoral Commission’s independence. Power must not police itself. Full episode 👇 www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/...

"What did the billionaire lining his pockets ask for in return?" At PMQs, Keir Starmer raised the obvious question about Farage’s £5m gift. But if big money buys influence, surely no party or politician should accept mega donations? Better yet, stop them at source: cap donations across the board.

Keir Starmer thinks his government has restored trust and respect to politics…

Even long-time defenders of First Past the Post are struggling to make its case. George Osborne warns that in today’s multi-party landscape, FPTP can no longer be seen as a bulwark against the extremes, but more like a “floodgate”. Any party topping 30% could sweep away its rivals.

“The traditional foundations of Conservative and Labour politics are not there.” At this week’s webinar, Prof Sir John Curtice brilliantly explained why the two-party system is breaking down like never before. Electorally, he argued, “we are in a different world.” The voting system must catch up.

Now more than ever, we need to fight back to protect democracy in the UK. Please support us by backing our Crowdfunder today. www.crowdfunder.co.uk/p/a-crucial-...

In 2024, the govt's Lords spokesman warned that ministers setting a Strategy & Policy Statement for the Electoral Commission was “inconsistent with the Commission’s role as an independent regulator." Just over a year later, the govt admitted plans for a new Statement to reflect its own priorities.

H.S. Softball District Semifinal: United beats Mineral Ridge

📣 TOMORROW - Science POP: Grand Final Join us to support the two finalists representing the Douglas Research Centre! *** 📣 DEMAIN - Science POP : Grande finale Venez nombreux soutenir les deux finalistes qui représentent le Centre de recherche Douglas ! douglas.research.mcgill.ca/calendar/ent...

Lakers guard Austin Reaves on free agency: “I don’t think about much. I take life day by day. I’m blessed to have an opportunity to play for this organization. I play a kid’s game. I make good money.”

It’s unfortunate that men have forgotten their responsibilities as men. They should be guardians, protectors, thoughtful, insightful and decisive. I look at me especially those on the right and am disappointed by what I see. Tony

Everyday Doug Ford tells us he’s doing a great job. The latest jobs numbers tell a different story. A 7.6% unemployment rate is the highest in a decade (excl. the pandemic) BC,QC and AB jobs are going up. ON jobs are going down. Doug Ford is not doing a good job on jobs.

🚧✨ Player Showcase Chapter 1 ✨🚧 Meet Aace, who built an unbelievably long, beautifully structured road from Balduran to the North Coast! 🌍 And this is just the beginning more settlements, empires, roads, and projects from our players are coming soon. #BitCraft #MMO #pcgame #steamgame #game #cozy

The corruption from the Trump Administration is sick. He’s negotiating against himself right now for $10 billion settlement. And it doesn’t stop there. They are out for themselves and the Trump family — not the American people. And the cuts from HR 1 prove it!

Stephen on the dance floor at last night’s wrap party 🎉

#GodotEngine #Godot #Devlog An Asteroids homage level was another thing I thought was going to be tricky. So I slept on it, and here we are! (Note the asteroid bouncing of the launch pad at the start)

🏆 #ANDNEW! Cope & Cage (Edge & Christian) win the AEW Tag Team Championships, making FTR quit with help from Beth at #AEWDoN #AEW

Sabrina Carpenter and SZA Share Coachella Updates as Bruno Mars Kicks Off Las Vegas Tour #celebrity #popculture #famous #trending #celebnews

Garth Marenghi "I know writers who use subtext and they're all cowards" green screen

Our time will be here soon enough 😥 (via @the_naked_snake)

Greetings from Kyiv. Once again, I brought you its beauty and life. The world needs reminders that after more than four years of war, Kyiv stands. And perhaps this will become a testimony for the future.

WELL, IT'S "STATE OF THE UNION (STFU)" MONDAY ACROSS TRUMPFUCKISTAN AMERICA #NoKings #NoDictators #NoPedoPresidents #2026Bitches #ProtestThePresident #TrumpEpsteinPedoCoverUp

Foraging or Fighting? How Food Became a Weapon in the Revolution

Speaking of monster hunting… #indianacomiccon

🫠 "Despides por aquí, contratas por allá. Y en medio, el talento que tiraste a la basura" Muchas empresas hacen lo mismo: recortan, publican vacantes, vuelven a empezar. Todo esto sin hacerse una pregunta antes: ¿esta persona podría aportar en otro rol?🧵

Why Exercise Matters More Than Diet in Fitness Follow @biohackingpathway for more ⁣

#NOW‼️ Crowds CHEER as Detainee is released from Delaney Hall ICE detention facility amid Hunger and Labor strike by detainees inside‼️

Former GOP strategist Stuart Stevens is sounding the alarm on a major underreported story: how Russia has secretly influenced the Republican Party to help elect Trump. It's a shocking tale of covert operations and compromised party leaders that's been hiding in plain sight. Source #Russia

Why French Twitter users stay separate from the English network October 30 | Live on Zoom Register Here: https://nuel.ink/yh7QU7 #PhdChat #AcademicChatter #sociallistening #NodeXL #Webinar #NetworkAnalysis #SocialMediaResearch #DataInsights

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“Worst of the worst,” they said. Rep. Dan Goldman visited Delaney Hall and found worm-infested food, no medical care, overflowing sewage, retaliation, no outdoor time—and lawful visa holders, including an 18-year-old missing prom and graduation in detention. Room after room, lawmakers asked: 1/2

It was eye-opening to speak to one of Australias most powerful political artists @MUDRATmp3 on the latest episode. It was a great show and a conversation about music, the power of unity and love, and the cultural void that feeds through Australian culture. Full episode 👇

My new theory. Love Is Blind is actually Love Is MAGA. The show is now an experiment to persuade successful women to consider marrying MAGA men. And the experiment is going horribly for MAGA. #loveisblind #loveisblindnetflix #maga #manosphere

Pirates manager Don Kelly was ejected after umpires reviewed this play and ruled that Konnor Griffin did not get hit in the helmet

En la Comunidad Valenciana, el profesorado decide si continúa con la huelga tras la última propuesta del gobierno autonómico. 💬 Joan Moreno

Wild fox’s are great audiences. They love music as much as most humans I know. 🥰🦊🫶🏼🔊

Another Saturday, in Paris, this time starting the day with a bread festival on the grounds of Notre Dame Cathedral:

Palestine Action Germany, whose UK branch is classified as a terrorist organization, attacking a DSV Logistics office in Hamburg. They accuse them of supplying weapons for Israel's Elbit Systems. - possibly, these people are not Palestinian, right wing lunatics, however this isn't the way

Grand Theft Auto maker Rockstar Games has been accused by a trade union of sacking staff in the UK to stop them from unionising. The Independent Workers' Union of Great Britain, which represents people working in the gaming sector, said 31 workers were fired from Rockstar's UK studios on 30 October.

Travel can be a beautiful way to reorient our souls and reconnect with God. But how do we continue to seek silence and solitude after we return home to the demands of life? Hear the full conversation: linktr.ee/savedbythecity

Congress needs to step in. SOMEONE needs to stop him. I just can’t believe this is happening with NO ONE doing anything to stop him. WHAT THE FUCK IS HAPPENING IN THIS COUNTRY???

Carrick debate. Both sides. "Coming third in the league" ✅ "Lampard came top four. Doesn't make him world class" ✅ But: Culture rebuilt ✅ Players running through walls ✅ Is a player's manager with no major credentials enough for United? That's the question. #ManUnited #Carrick #PremierLeague #EPL

SEVEN unanswered goals from the Denver Outlaws against the reigning PLL champs 🔥

“We will tell a new story” – If successful, @zohrankmamdani.bsky.social's mainstream agenda and storytelling could reposition economic progressives as the dominant political force not just in America, but set an example for the world.

Plan every trip across Mexico City using Guía Roji today 📍 #GuiaRoji https://go.casadechiles.com/v1F7jU

What did you do before joining the #boilermakers? Shaka Daniel L-5 found his opportunity through the boilermakers.

PHRACK coin has landed!🪙 Exclusive to authors and major donors. Given personally by the staff to each individual. Never for sale. ❤️ 👉Hacker's Manifesto engraved on the rim. Music by the scene's own ytcracker!🎤

NASA launches Astronauts successfully towards the Moon. Why is there no cockpit view? And why is it a simulation after it heads out of the atmosphere.? Things that make you go hmmmmmmmm.🤔 #rocket #nasa #spacex #rocketlaunch #breakingnews #breaking #mustangmedic #politics

Night prep of 200 UJ-26 "Bobr" (Beaver) Ukrainian-made kamikaze and precision-strike drone developed by UkrJet, for 1,000km deep-strike missions in Ruzzian territory and occupied Crimea with 20kg explosive, 30liters of fuel.

Eles estão lançando bombas em tudo: Casas Sítios históricos Hospitais Centros médicos Infraestrutura civil 🧵2/2

For #DataProtectionDay, we asked our wonderful IT team at the Institute for three essential tips for protecting our data online. 👩‍💻 As per usual, they were quick to respond and supportive as ever! 😊 Check out what they told us! #DataPrivacy #MaxPlanck

🎥 Caro scores the first! Salma with the assist! #fcbfemeni

In light of the anecdote about Donovan Mitchell telling Kenny Atkinson to stick with the group that was rolling in the 4th quarter, he talked about not needing to be "the guy every" night "I could score 0 and if we win the game, we win the game, we advance. I don't give a damn"

Hey all! Reminder got an extra stream for you tonight! Gonna be hitting up Resident Evil 5 Coop with @spoonee.bsky.social t's her first time with this masterpiece so let's buckle up for some COMPLETE GLOBAL SATURATION and also HEY C'MON HEY SHEVA! C'MON! See you @ 7PM EST 😅

In the days before Grindr and Instagram, the queer community sought solace in clandestine spots called Molly Houses. These havens, run by fearless figures like Mother Clap, provided support amidst oppressive laws. Discover Margaret Clap's inspiring role in 18th-century London! #LGBTQHistory #Pride

#peabobryson #r&b #explore #fyp #BreakingNewsUSA Full story: https://jqjo.com/article/ht8elstv

Most kids have used toys with motors inside. But this is the kind of experiment that makes kids see what electricity does up close. That's what makes this project so exciting. It's not just something spinning for fun — it's a real simple motor made with a battery, magnet, screw and...