"An electoral system that absolutely doesn't reflect opinion in the country." Veteran broadcaster David Dimbleby told Bloomberg that First Past the Post is leaving millions of people feeling unrepresented in Parliament - causing “huge frustration” and fuelling instability in our politics.

The Devolution Bill claims to be about ‘empowering communities’ - but it “does nothing of the sort.” David Blunkett is right: the Bill will shift power away from local communities and hand it to new mega-councils. Centralisation dressed up as empowerment is still centralisation.

"To not have a cap on donations risks much more than to have one." In yesterday’s evidence session on the Representation of the People Bill, Dr Sam Power argued for a cap on political donations, warning that without one, the very rich will continue to exert outsized influence on UK politics.

Trust is higher when power is exercised closer to people. That’s one reason why much more power should be shifted out of Westminster to the nations, regions and to local communities. Proximity to power shouldn’t just be reserved for the wealthy and well-connected.

💬 “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.

A truly independent elections watchdog is important for giving voters confidence that our elections are free and fair. Having opposed the last government's policy of interference, it’s shameful that Labour is now committed to maintaining political control of the Electoral Commission.

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.

"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.

“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.

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?

This Administration continues to engage in its war with Iran without a clear strategy or definition of victory. That’s why I helped introduce a War Powers Resolution to permanently end this President’s war of choice.

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Watch Celtic fans celebrate their Scottish Premiership win in the Chrystal Bell in Glasgow’s Merchant City. Live updates: www.glasgowtimes.co.uk/sport/261127...

Add a cosmic journey to your visit with one of our Planetarium shows! Choose from: • Spring Skies (8+) • The Great Solar System Adventure (all ages) • Space Explorers (7 and under) Find out more: www.glasgowsciencecentre.org/whats-on

Wait... Did Republicans just stop the Dems from speaking because we stood up for your teachers and kids?!? Not really the best way to kick off #TeacherAppreciationWeek.

Fully get fans only care about what happens to their team but this is the West Ham one from last match No penalty for THAT?!! It’s like defender is trying to give a pen away!! The VAR guy is Michael Salisbury who ignored the Saliba one… #Everton live a tough life in this bent shitshow league 👍🏼😀

Frank Zappa From beyond with a message to the hypocritical transphobic, LGBT community hating, Mr. I used to dress like a drag queen in college and U.S. Vice President. Good old JP Unadvanced #frankzappa #jdvance

Two minutes of Satire #janmichaelvincent #kidrock #melaniatrump #airwolf #satire

The plunging limbers over the shattered track Racketed with their rusty freight. Continuing my 100% Completion Classic Mode Run in #ResidentEvilRequiem on stream today. Come hang out and say hi! twitch.tv/anakonistark

Avdija goading on the boos while Portland is down 1-3 AND down 19 in the 4th of an elimination game... lol. #NBASky #SkyHoops #NBAPlayoffs

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How can you trust and follow the silent pull of your true passions? How does following your authentic desires guide you towards your true path and happiness? #VibrationMentor #CLManifestation

You can’t end every crisis. But you can end someone’s. The journey to #Afghanistan left Bushra's daughter in need of urgent care. Help arrived and for the first time in months she felt that someone was there for them. This is what humanitarian aid can do. One life at a time.

Back in ABQ with some exciting news! This year our office is sponsoring a community garden at the Los Ranchos Agri-Nature Center! Celebrating ag in our community and a home for local wildlife and some new furry friends (watch until the end!)—if you’re in the North Valley, come stop by! 👩‍🌾🌱❤️

The anime “The Cat and the Dragon” has unveiled a brand-new trailer. The upcoming fantasy series from OLM tells the story of a dragon raised within a family of cats. Airing July 2026.

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The best golf companion might be in Hong Kong. Think global. #HiringTruths #GlobalTalent This week’s episode is on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or your favourite podcast app : buff.ly/f10lfjC

Have you ever found yourself caught in a whirlwind of self-defeating thoughts? You're not alone. Even in the Garden of Gethsemane, Jesus faced moments of deep concern. But here's the truth: what we think about shapes our lives. #RenewYourMind #FaithJourney #LetGoAndLetGod #PositiveThoughts

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Bella, and the other rescued dogs 🙏 I can't do it alone, and I’d be deeply grateful for any support 🙏 If you're willing to help me care for rescued dogs, you can donate via:GoFundMe link below ⬇️ gofund.me/749c11feb Thank you all for your prayers, love and support!

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Some of the facade windows of the Ukrainian House in Kyiv were damaged during the latest attack. Just two days later, the doors reopened to visitors. The plywood boards covered the damage like a quiet sign of resilience. Today, I visited an exhibition about Chornobyl there.

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Good Morning Tony! Thank you so much! I wish you a great Thursday, too! Will visit my ophthalmologist later this morning, hope results are acceptable for her. Enjoy the day, take care of you and have fun! Cheers my dear friend! 🙂🫴🫖☕☕💊💊💊💊💊🥪🥪🥨🥐🧈🥣🍫🍫🍫🍊🍊🍊

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🚨⚠️ Israel lanza un intenso bombardeo aéreo sobre el este del Líbano ➡️Imágenes impactantes muestran un intenso ataque aéreo del régimen israelí en el este del Líbano.

After all, they do tend to behave like a bunch of animals

Waylon had already mastered the central truth of Saturday morning long before the rest of us stumbled onto it: move slowly, observe everything. Just deep thoughts, strong coffee somewhere nearby, and the faint possibility of bacon entering the conversation. #WaylonTheDog #SaturdayMorning #LabLife

Super Typhoon Sinlaku unleashed fury upon Saipan and Guam with category 4 hurricane winds. Extensive damage to homes, cars, and infrastructure followed the powerful storm's sweep across the Pacific islands. Watch more video: https://ow.ly/v3UN50YLbjL

Trump's plan to the farm labor shortage: Bring migrants back?

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The 5th episode of Just Access: The Real Transition (A PARI podcast) is out now on all major podcasting platforms. Listen: pari.org.za/podcast-just... Host: Tasneem Essop Guests: @thokozanicb.bsky.social, Researcher, PARI Waseem Holland, Researcher, PARI Produced by: Richard Rumney

Such an asshole assuming that he is popular 😳😳😳😳😡😡😡🤬🤬

We have leverage. We just need the political courage to use it. This Friday, 2/14 at HHS HQ.

One track, one groove, one cultural shift. This story looks at the record that helped change house music forever, from underground clubs to global dance floors. #HouseMusic #DanceMusicHistory #ElectronicMusicCulture #MusicInterview #ClubCulture

Do you know the name of the woman who has spent over 7,000 hours underwater? Or the man who helped create Google Earth? In the first of a new series exploring our building, Chrissie Quigley shares the stories behind three past RGS award recipients, featured on the boards in our Ken Gore entrance ✨

Casey Means was educated as a physician, but she is NOT licensed to practice medicine. She is considered to be a "wellness influencer". This is who they want to be head of the CDC? Call your Reps and tell them to say NO to this incompetent person! #ProudBlue

On this day in 2021: It came down to Christian Cage and Jungle Boy in the Casino Battle Royale at Double or Nothing, with a shot at the AEW World Championship on the line. The crowd at Daily’s Place was hooked—just look and listen to them. 😍 (via AEW)

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Andrade wants a shot at MJF and the AEW World Heavyweight Championship. "You think you can beat a Real Latino Man? How you know? #AEWDynamite

Money flows - Epstein files #epstein

🇷🇴 ❗️A powerful explosion occurred in the Romanian port of Constanta According to local media, a naval drone exploded. The Prime Minister of Romania and the President of the country were urgently informed about the incident.