“We do have to maintain a bedrock of freedom of speech and of peaceful protest... Otherwise, you don’t have democracy, you’ve locked it up.” Baroness Hale says it plainly. Yet just this week, MPs approved more draconian anti-protest measures. When dissent is suppressed, so is democracy itself.

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.

Votes at 16 is a big step forward. The evidence from Scotland, where 16 and 17-year olds have had the vote since 2014, is that young people engage strongly with democracy and, when they start voting early, they keep on voting as they get older. That can only boost our democracy.

💬 “It’s an extremely unpredictable & suboptimal system that requires voters to engage in a lot of game playing.” - @robfordmancs.bsky.social. In today's multi-party environment, First Past the Post lowers the bar for politicians while raising it for voters.

“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.

🗨️"The thing about a democracy is the electoral system is supposed to deliver what the voters want." Instead, looking around councils in England we see some very warped outcomes. But it doesn't have to be this way. In Scotland & Wales, the results better reflect the balance of opinion among voters.

Young people who begin voting at 16 are more likely to stay voters for life. We can’t wait to see that energy in UK elections 🗳️ #v16 #VotesAt16

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/...

Former Prime Minister, John Major, has called for a political donations cap. He recognises that allowing mega-rich individuals to make unlimited political donations gives those with the deepest pockets "undue influence" and "preferential access to ministers". What do you think?

"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.

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I almost turned down the saturation on this one, such bright color in the daylight! House Finches #birds

🎵 Blaze of Glory - Jan 19 2026 Sit-in – Portland ICE Facility Artistic license. After a few weeks of recovery, Pink Frog is back on the front lines, not yet cinders. Song By Roberta Rogow robertarogow.bandcamp.com/album/one-fi... #filk #protests #ice #pdx #iceportland #peacefulprotest

Your legacy media keeps you in the dark and feeds you bullshit. Watch how a bloody new war will be sold as a great triumph. We’ll tell you who why when what and how. “Truth Lies & Media” is live! ⚡️ Promo Match Frame Editing #auspol #NewsCorpse

Please who sell courses on INSTAGRAM, whilst insisting they are earning a £100k salary ….

👏 Man City the turning point at last? 😟 Four teams for one place 🤔 Sean Dyche interview verdict @mattdaviesff.bsky.social is joined by @stevebattlemuch.bsky.social, @petermblackburn.bsky.social and James Perch #nffc 🍎 Apple podcasts: tinyurl.com/3z32zmj9 📱 YouTube: tinyurl.com/nysxwy4h

❗Arne Slot's Injury Excuse? Does It Hold Up? @davidlynchlfc & @DaveD0106 on Media Matters podcasts

3/3 Der Erdbebenherd befand sich in einer Tiefe von etwa 8 km.

⭕Le moment où cinq #Palestiniens sont arrivés à l'hôpital des Martyrs #d'Al-Aqsa, dans le centre de la bande de #Gaza, juste après leur libération des camps de torture #Israéliens. #PALESTINE-ONLINE

My review of Fae it Ain't So by @avarossalayawells.bsky.social #booksky #romancereader #fantasyromance #romantasy #WitchfullyWed

I've paid $60+ twice today just to do the essential work of meeting with voters across southern Minnesota. We don't have corporations to bankroll this effort, so I'm extra grateful today for everyone who has pitched in to support this campaign.

Abbrennen von Pyro ist gefährlich und ja die Kinder vergisst die auch nicht… 🙄

Have you checked out our first Donated Valuables Auction yet? Find a special treasure AND support the local news, stories and entertainment you love at akpub.io/APAAValuables.

"The same age as Cook was when he took the role." Back in October 2025, @karaswisher.bsky.social and @profgalloway.com flagged John Ternus as Apple’s next CEO — and reflected on Tim Cook’s legacy.

How is @governorwalz.mn.gov feeling after Kristi Noem's ouster? "Petty as hell," he admits to @karaswisher.bsky.social. Catch more of this conversation on our special "Resist and Unsubscribe" episode, out tomorrow on YouTube and wherever you get your podcasts. #ResistandUnsubscribe

Members of the Fordham Law community came together for an afternoon of friendly competition, big swings, and even bigger school spirit at this year's faculty vs. students softball game. View photos from the game: https://flic.kr/s/aHBqjCRS5F

The Housing, Communities and Local Government Committee has published its report on the draft Commonhold and Leasehold Reform Bill. The government must go further and faster to address the problems with leasehold. Read our report: committees.parliament.uk/committee/17...

SGA ARRIVES FOR GAME 4 👏 Thunder seek a 3-1 series lead in the West Finals! 🍿 OKC (2-1) SAS, Game 4 📺 8:00pm/et on NBC & Peacock

#Abolish #HOAs NOW! Attorney #BruceBurtoff, 77, was jailed for nearly 2 months in Florida for contempt of court after refusing to reveal the names of 2 neighbors and clients who sued their #HOA for mismanagement (their case was dismissed).

🎬 It's a #WeekOnTheNetwork Easter bank holiday special! We completed tens of millions of pounds of planned engineering works over Easter to improve the railway for you and freight. With more work still to come this week on the busy West Coast Main Line!

Here’s what I think we all have come to recognize: Politicians are not going to save us. We, the normal, everyday people are the ones we’ve been waiting for. We can do this, but it’s going to take all of us. One team. One dream. Join the team at dittmerforcongress.com/volunteer

Resultierend aus Videoanalysen nahmen am 19.01.26 in #Gera rund 160 Teilnehmende während der rechtsextremen & #AfD/#NPD(„HEIMAT“)-indoktrinierten Demonstration teil. Frank Haußner kündigte vergangene Woche an, dass es zukünftig einen anderen Anmelder für die rechtsextremen Demos 1/3

In other news, stali smo na doručak.

Run Differential Rolling Averages for American League West Teams #MLB #Mariners #Astros #Angels #Rangers #Athletics

“We wake up, have our tea or coffee on the porch, and then go for a walk in the woods. Afterward, we take our doorless 90s Jeep into town for lunch and sightseeing. Antiquing to follow.” -I Loved You Bravely by MK Morris🤍 Available on Amazon and B&N! #booksky #romancebooks #bookrecs #mustread

⏰The countdown is on! We are just days away from #TRA2026. 📍Visit us to discover our #SESARJU projects and know more about how we are building up to a more digital and sustainable European sky! ✈️ 📅 Check out our agenda: www.sesarju.eu/TRA2026

🇷🇺🗞️📰📌Президент Владимир Путин заявил, что Россия и Китай работают вместе, чтобы принести миру «всеобщий мир и процветание».

"That meant more to me than the award." https://youtu.be/Zlsql5p7G_M #IndependentAmericans

Nikolas Ferreira criou um passado na favela que não existe. Ele estudou em escola particular, morou na França e se formou um universidade privada. O pai é pastor, mas já trabalhou em uma multinacional. Vídeo completo nas outras redes sociais.

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Season 2 is coming. #CIACBS

I'm here to finally announce the... 🎼🎵 RE-RELEASE OF TOONLOID !!! 🎵🎼 [Part 1/3] Now she's a Dumblotraight on Dwurm, wanting to Destroy DWURM-MIKU ?! + with 5 BRAND-NEW Voicebanks !! 🤡 ⭐️ DOWNLOAD HER VB's HERE; poundtoundhound.org/toonloid/too... | #Art | #OC | #UTAU | #VocalSynth | #TOONLOID |

#InFocus 🌍 European Union and international partners, government representatives, and civil society organisations meet for a high-level briefing on reinforcing reintegration support systems for returning migrants in Tajikistan. 🔗 Discover more at: www.icmpd.org/news/strengt...

1 hour 15 minutes of Vexlands… in 15 seconds.

Marco Rubio "Trump’s UFC Night Backfires Amid War" full video | youtu.be/90IpvGyxw90

Deja vu. Was 1st on-call for early but didn't have to go in. Have VAC Friday, so I avoid possibly being drafted for tomorrow & slammed into Sunday night. I sense future debauchery.

Scottish businesses are struggling & many face a 400% tax increase under the SNP Scottish Govt. Scotland's high streets need more support - an overhaul of business rates would help achieve stronger economic growth. A Scottish Labour government would deliver this.

Re-edit of the Melania trailer

Little man wants to be Ganondorf so badly, but he's actually Skull Kid 😭 👾: Lil Gator Game: In The Dark (2026 DLC) 🎮: PC / Switch / Playstation / Xbox

Trump told Kevin Hassett to tell Americans that they are (on average) $3000 richer since he took office. Umm, a pound of ground beef costs more than one hour worked at minimum wage right now, so they can shove that fake fact up their phoney fascist asses.

450 helmets were handed out to students today at St. Anthony Catholic School, with St. Sebastian also taking part. Great community event with Toronto Police, SickKids and local partners focused on keeping kids safe on bikes. #Toronto #BikeSafety #RoadSafety #Ontario

Luciana Berger, "Nigel Farage's £5m gift was connected to his work of delivering Brexit, and that is political activity" Danny Kruger, "No.. It was unrelated to any serviced rendered or services to be delivered" Nigel Farage, "It was given as a reward for campaigning for Brexit for 27 years"

Geez... this home run by Ryan Vilade. 😲

Duckworth to Rubio: "That's an astonishing figure. In just 14 weeks, President Trump will have blown through as much if not more money in Iran than he thinks Congress should spend on US diplomacy for the entirety of the next fiscal year."

“Who's better at basketball?” Keldon Johnson asked the Stokes Twins a tough question 😂 Knicks (1-0) Spurs Game 2: Friday at 8:30pm/et on ABC 🏆

Termina el primer día de la PAU en Canarias con casi 11 mil estudiantes. En un año en el que se cuentan con nuevas sedes en Tenerife, Fuerteventura y La Palma

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