derekirvine.bsky.social (@derekirvine.bsky.social)
No surprise. In built love of cruelty.
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No surprise. In built love of cruelty.
Annette Dittert (@annettedittert.bsky.social) reposted
So acc to a very agitated Malcolm Rifkind on Today we are in a national crisis re Immigration and the only solution is to leave the EHCR. - This wonât solve anything. Itâs just Brexit 2.0. The absolute hysteria that has engulfed some politicians and the U.K. media is astonishing. To put it mildly.
George Monbiot (@georgemonbiot.bsky.social) reposted
Something we need to grasp is that Establishment power meant imperialism. Imperialism is a system of thought that sees upper class white men as the pinnacle of humanity, with a sacred duty to control the lives of others. What we now call the far right is an extension and revival of imperialism.
James OâBrien (@mrjamesob.bsky.social) reposted
Almost four years out from an election & paying *the actual fucking Taliban* to torture & murder people who risked their lives to escape them is getting the full âboth sidesâ treatment in Brexit Britain.
derekirvine.bsky.social (@derekirvine.bsky.social) reply parent
He looks completely out of it. What drugs do you think he uses?
Brian Bilston (@brianbilston.bsky.social) reposted
Todayâs poem is called âHow Much I Dislike the Daily Mailâ.
Otto English (@ottoenglish.bsky.social) reposted
Trump looked every inch, the real estate agent, showing an uninterested billionaire client around a property in the desperate hope of getting his 3%. And in a sense, that's what just happened.
Birmingham 81 (@birmingham81.bsky.social) reposted
Happy birthday to Tanya Donelly. Here are Belly performing Feed The Tree on The Word in 1993
derekirvine.bsky.social (@derekirvine.bsky.social) reply parent
Your president is a moron. This meeting should not be on an American territory that Putin has already stated his ambition to re-occupy.
Sarah Murphy (@13sarahmurphy.bsky.social) reposted
The threat to our society is not from asylum seekers in small boats. Itâs from politicians and media cynically whipping up fear and prejudice, labelling them all as criminals, inciting hatred against people for where and what theyâve fled from. It must stop. For all our sakes. Itâs deeply sinister.
Mark Eaton (@markaeaton.bsky.social) reposted
Long-stay car park, Edinburgh Airport today. I pity the traveller whoâs going to return to find that a Crowâs wedged a rabbitâs head into their windscreen wipers in order to pick the brains out đ #birds
derekirvine.bsky.social (@derekirvine.bsky.social) reply parent
And if they do drop him, will he do any jail time? Doubt it.
Iain Hepburn (@iainhepburn.me) reposted
Whoever it is going round Glasgow putting daft signs on stuff, please keep up the good work. Thanks.
Sarah Murphy (@13sarahmurphy.bsky.social) reposted
Reform has lost 11 councillors and 2 MPs in a matter of months⌠and when I say âlostâ I mean, theyâve quit following rows, impropriety or inability to do their jobs. So, if Brexit werenât proof enough, then this barrelling shitshow should confirm forever that they should be nowhere near govt.
derekirvine.bsky.social (@derekirvine.bsky.social) reply parent
UK will likely be the last in Europe to even consider this.
Earthly Mission (@earthlymission.bsky.social) reposted
Seriously! And also the roads, like they do in Germany!đ earthlymission.com/germany-inst...
derekirvine.bsky.social (@derekirvine.bsky.social) reply parent
Don't even try to let him off the hook. He's the president of the USA, ffs.
derekirvine.bsky.social (@derekirvine.bsky.social) reply parent
Brown shirts.
derekirvine.bsky.social (@derekirvine.bsky.social) reply parent
That's exactly what my GP said. She wasn't wrong. 12 years later and all is good.
derekirvine.bsky.social (@derekirvine.bsky.social) reply parent
Trump is a stupid and dangerous man. He needs to be removed.
derekirvine.bsky.social (@derekirvine.bsky.social) reply parent
He's clearly far too stupid for the position of POTUS. For the sake of your country and the rest of the world, he has to be removed.
derekirvine.bsky.social (@derekirvine.bsky.social) reply parent
If anyone actually has this, now is the time to release it. This fucker needs to be behind bars before he uses nuclear weapons.
Simon's Cat (@simonscatofficial.bsky.social) reposted
No rest for the wicked!
Yashar Ali đ (@yasharali.bsky.social) reposted
Coyote pups at a cemetery in Chicago. Watch with sound on.
East Anglia Bylines (@eastangliabylines.co.uk) reposted
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Peter Stefanovic (@peterstefanovic.bsky.social) reposted
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derekirvine.bsky.social (@derekirvine.bsky.social)
Fucking outrageous.
Ross Greer (he/him) (@ross-greer.bsky.social) reposted
Over 42,000 of us have told the Scottish Government to reverse their decision, reject Flamingo Land's mega-resort and #SaveLochLomond Keep up the pressure, send a message directly to the Planning Minister here âď¸ greens.scot/LochLomond
Sarah Murphy (@13sarahmurphy.bsky.social) reposted
Hey British media, Itâs no surprise that if you give Farage the run of the place, heâll start winning. Time to do your actual jobs and start interrogating him on his Brexit shitshow, his funding, his Trumpiness, his idiotic manifesto, his real plans for the NHS⌠instead of drumrolling him into No.10
derekirvine.bsky.social (@derekirvine.bsky.social) reply parent
Now cancel the Trump visit.
James (@wearejames.bsky.social) reposted
Live At The Acropolis is released today! To celebrate, here's Born Of Frustration (Orchestral Version), which is exclusive to this release NBL x james.tmstor.es #James #LiveAtTheAcropolis #BornOfFrustration
derekirvine.bsky.social (@derekirvine.bsky.social) reply parent
How many of the companies involved are linked directly to Trump? It would surprise me greatly if the answer were none.
derekirvine.bsky.social (@derekirvine.bsky.social) reply parent
About as likely as Trump feeling guilty. Won't happen.
derekirvine.bsky.social (@derekirvine.bsky.social) reply parent
A tasteless fuck like Trump gets to decide what is art? Just say NO!
derekirvine.bsky.social (@derekirvine.bsky.social) reply parent
What could go wrong is that a trade deal could bring that shit to our shores.
Sarah Murphy (@13sarahmurphy.bsky.social) reposted
Just forget appeasing these monsters. We must return to Europe and stop kidding ourselves we can have it all. We did that before and ended up with less than nothing. British politicians who support Trump betray Ukraine, betray us all. (Letter, Times)
derekirvine.bsky.social (@derekirvine.bsky.social) reply parent
I'm with you on this, but I am a grumpy old man.
End Bird Shooting (@endbirdshooting.bsky.social) reposted
Shooting birds isnât a âsportâ, it is a cowardâs pastime and has no place in a modern society
My thoughts (@olko-fragrance.bsky.social) reposted
Trumpâs jabs at Zelenskyy arenât strategy, theyâre sabotage. Heâs doing Putinâs PR while pretending itâs diplomacy.
Sarah Murphy (@13sarahmurphy.bsky.social) reposted
The IMF forecasts a major slowdown in the global economy due to Trumpâs tariffs. UK likely to be hit harder than the rest of Europe. How TF is going cap in hand to the same guy to ask for some crappy not-worth-the-paper-itâs-written-on trade deal a sane solution? Come on UK. Work it out.
Prem Sikka (@premnsikka.bsky.social) reposted
Reeves flies to US to push Trump to sign trade agreement. Within the EU the UK had access to the biggest market. After Brexit it scavenges for deals, any deal. Parliament must debate and have a free vote on any deal with Trump. Must rejoin the EU.
derekirvine.bsky.social (@derekirvine.bsky.social)
I think that the whole "state visit " thing is entirely inappropriate.
Prem Sikka (@premnsikka.bsky.social) reposted
Reeves to make case for trade deal in first meeting with US treasury secretary. Must not sacrifice the NHS; food/environment standards, worker rights. Any deal must be approved by parliament in a free vote. Trade deal with the EU preferable to US. Can't trust Trump. Our future lies with Europe.
Prem Sikka (@premnsikka.bsky.social) reposted
Labour MPs urge Starmer to adopt Trump-style media strategy. Wrong advice. Trump is a destructive man-child. Need honest politics, improve people's life chances. Improve purchasing power of the bottom 50%, redistribute, nationalise essential services, improve education and healthcare.
derekirvine.bsky.social (@derekirvine.bsky.social) reply parent
He's about to drop sanctions against Russia, isn't he?
derekirvine.bsky.social (@derekirvine.bsky.social) reply parent
What about haggis pakora?
Sarah Murphy (@13sarahmurphy.bsky.social) reposted
âTake back control of our lawsâ so American fascists can decide them for us⌠I donât think so. Just imagine if the EU demanded this of us. Intolerable for it to even be on the table. Intolerable to be at this table at all, frankly. Another Brexit humiliation. www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/poli...
West Country Voices (@westcountryvoices.bsky.social) reposted
you.38degrees.org.uk/petitions/no...
Ed Davey (@eddavey.libdems.org.uk) reposted
Blocking MPs from voting on a US trade deal would be straight out of Trump's anti-democratic playbook. Labour MPs should make clear to the PM they won't let him sell out our NHS, undercut farmers or weaken protection for children online. He must give Parliament a vote.
Prem Sikka (@premnsikka.bsky.social) reposted
Starmer: I'll only sign US tariffs deal if it suits UK. It will be a terrible deal. NHS will vanish. Expensive branded drugs instead of generic drugs. Hormone injected beef, chlorinated chicken, becoming the 51st state. Far better to join the EU.
West Country Voices (@westcountryvoices.bsky.social) reposted
Absolutely NO Trump visit under any circumstances now. We don't appease and flatter mobsters...do we?
derekirvine.bsky.social (@derekirvine.bsky.social) reply parent
He's always been an objectionable little shit, convinced of his own genius.
Sarah Murphy (@13sarahmurphy.bsky.social) reposted
Govt may be relieved that UK faces lower Trump tariffs than others but itâs a trap. A deal with the unreliable lunatic means lowering standards, betraying our farmers and undermining trust and compatibility for any EU reset which is far more valuable to us. Letâs not fuck this up too. (Letter,Times)
derekirvine.bsky.social (@derekirvine.bsky.social) reply parent
They really are Nazis. I believe Musk used artificial means to have only male children. Makes me truly admire his daughter, Vivian.
derekirvine.bsky.social (@derekirvine.bsky.social) reply parent
Don't give them ideas.
Dr Julia Grace Patterson (@jujuliagrace.bsky.social) reposted
Starmer has said that ânothing is off the tableâ in his trade deal negotiations with Trumpđ¨. Letâs demand that he takes the NHS off the table! Over 6000 letters sent already - - it will take just seconds to send yours! đhttps://bit.ly/TellKeir
derekirvine.bsky.social (@derekirvine.bsky.social) reply parent
I haven't seen one in over a decade.
derekirvine.bsky.social (@derekirvine.bsky.social)
This is completely unacceptable. I haven't seen one in the UK for at least a decade.
derekirvine.bsky.social (@derekirvine.bsky.social) reply parent
She shouldn't have parked her bike next to you then.
derekirvine.bsky.social (@derekirvine.bsky.social) reply parent
If he was bleeding, the polar bears would find him quickly.
derekirvine.bsky.social (@derekirvine.bsky.social) reply parent
I'm Scottish , not Canadian and I don't hate Americans. I utterly despise Trump, Musk et al.
derekirvine.bsky.social (@derekirvine.bsky.social) reply parent
Why the aggression? I'm only reporting what I saw. We both, like you, believe Musk stole the election for Trump. No-one blaming ordinary Americans.
derekirvine.bsky.social (@derekirvine.bsky.social) reply parent
The world really needs to understand that the threats against Canada and Greenland, NATO allies, are real and serious. I have a slight hope that the US military may intervene rather than act against allies.
derekirvine.bsky.social (@derekirvine.bsky.social) reply parent
I talked to a young American in Amsterdam two weeks ago. He seemed to actually be in shock over the State of his country, and how that creature could possibly be in power for a second time . He's a university student being warned by tutors to be careful about what they say or write. Shocking.
derekirvine.bsky.social (@derekirvine.bsky.social) reply parent
I don't know much about Poilievre, I believe he's just another mouthy populist with no real policies or solutions. Carney,on the other hand, is someone who understands money and trade. A good man to lead against a failed businessman who bankrupt a casino.
derekirvine.bsky.social (@derekirvine.bsky.social) reply parent
Do they not remember his first term? Do they not see his malignancy and desire for revenge, even for petty slights? He is fully aligned with Putin and it's only a short time until he removes sanctions on Russia. Very dangerous times.
derekirvine.bsky.social (@derekirvine.bsky.social) reply parent
I wish that Starmer would realise that this is also true for the UK.
Prem Sikka (@premnsikka.bsky.social) reposted
UK not entering trade war with US, says Starmer. Wrong assessment. Trump has declared trade war. Extra tariffs on UK steel, motor trade. Trump demanding tax cuts for US corporations operating in the UK. Appeasement is futile. Don't become the 51st state. Join the EU. Carve a common future.
Brexit Bin đŞđş đŹđ§ đŠđŞ (@brexitbin.bsky.social) reposted
The UK needs to come to the same conlusion. #MAGAmerica
derekirvine.bsky.social (@derekirvine.bsky.social) reply parent
You need your military to step up. NOW.
derekirvine.bsky.social (@derekirvine.bsky.social) reply parent
Trying to impress Putin?
derekirvine.bsky.social (@derekirvine.bsky.social) reply parent
For one "verified " target how many innocent civilians died? I think there is absolutely no chance that the supposed goal of protecting shipping was achievable. Futile waste of life.
derekirvine.bsky.social (@derekirvine.bsky.social) reply parent
They're children acting tough. They don't care that people died.
derekirvine.bsky.social (@derekirvine.bsky.social) reply parent
Obama knew.
Peter Stefanovic (@peterstefanovic.bsky.social) reposted
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derekirvine.bsky.social (@derekirvine.bsky.social) reply parent
I really fail to understand. Even a significant number of Brexit voters have changed their minds. Rejoining the customs union, as suggested by Germany, would help businesses.
derekirvine.bsky.social (@derekirvine.bsky.social) reply parent
It's almost as if he doesn't see what everyone else does.
derekirvine.bsky.social (@derekirvine.bsky.social) reply parent
Does Starmer still think that a trade deal with this clown is viable?
derekirvine.bsky.social (@derekirvine.bsky.social) reply parent
15 year olds in adult bodies with an utter lack of experience or intelligence.
Peter Stefanovic (@peterstefanovic.bsky.social) reposted
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SKY Explore (@docworldexplore.bsky.social) reposted
Itâs not just that Trump admires Putin, heâs adopting his playbook. Trumpâs comments today on Canada (âan arbitrary borderâ) and Greenland (âmaybe more soldiers go thereâ) is EXACTLY how Putin talked about Ukraine. None of this is funny. Itâs an explicit threat to sovereign nations.
derekirvine.bsky.social (@derekirvine.bsky.social) reply parent
Get him in a cell quickly.
derekirvine.bsky.social (@derekirvine.bsky.social) reply parent
He's also talking about lifting sanctions against Russia. Does anyone doubt who he's working for?
derekirvine.bsky.social (@derekirvine.bsky.social) reply parent
He is quite simply a traitor.
derekirvine.bsky.social (@derekirvine.bsky.social) reply parent
Europe is basically offering him the chance to feel important, but he's too stupid to understand.
derekirvine.bsky.social (@derekirvine.bsky.social) reply parent
Does he understand where Alaska is in relation to Russia, or is he prepared to hand it to Putin?
We Own It (@weownit.org.uk) reposted
Starmer will be rolling out the red carpet for Trumpâs second state visit. Any trade deal must protect our #NHS, including personal patient data. With #Trump, the world is realising that no deal is better than a bad deal. morningstaronline.co.uk/article/star...
derekirvine.bsky.social (@derekirvine.bsky.social) reply parent
So, he's going to hold a meeting with people who have to agree with him,or else? I wonder what the outcome will be?
derekirvine.bsky.social (@derekirvine.bsky.social) reply parent
This is openly doing Putin's bidding. Give Russia everything they want, and give me all your money.
North West Bylines (@northwestbylines.co.uk) reposted
Should we really spend money on a visit from Trump? If you rather the money goes to the NHS or another UK institution, add your name to the petition today: you.38degrees.org.uk/petitions/no...
derekirvine.bsky.social (@derekirvine.bsky.social) reply parent
I remember when a balloon popped at one of his rallies, he shat himself and ran around like a headless chicken. Contrast and compare.
derekirvine.bsky.social (@derekirvine.bsky.social) reply parent
Depressing. He's a danger domestically and wholly owned by Putin.
derekirvine.bsky.social (@derekirvine.bsky.social) reply parent
Do have effective mechanisms to rid your country of this dangerous piece of shit? He's very obviously aligning with Putin.
derekirvine.bsky.social (@derekirvine.bsky.social) reply parent
Step up.
derekirvine.bsky.social (@derekirvine.bsky.social) reply parent
I didn't know that he left early, but well done. Europe needs to up. I'm sure Trump is about to lift sanctions against Russia and fully align with Putin.
derekirvine.bsky.social (@derekirvine.bsky.social) reply parent
I'm no royalist, but this state visit is actually beneath Charle's dignity.