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Scotland has just marked #HateCrimeAwarenessWeek. At a time of rising bigotry and intolerance, it's more important than ever that we look out for each other. Here's some info on how to report hate crime: www.scotland.police.uk/contact-us/r...

The UK's biggest undeveloped oil field still hasn't been given the green light. Rosebank is 90% export oil with barely any benefit to UK energy security, and the decision is still open. One email could help. More here: douglasireland.com/one-email-fo... #Rosebank #ClimateAction #StopRosebank

How I feel right now about the British/ 🇬🇧English( whatever) political landscape is that some one wrapped in a Union Jack could whack me over the head with a flag pole & the BBC would shove a microphone in my face asking why I provoked the attacker & the Home Sec would invite the attacker for tea .

Cancelled Tidal a few weeks ago. Spent the time since rebuilding everything it gave me, on my own server, on my own terms. douglasireland.com/seizing-the-means-of-listening/ #selfhosted #buildinpublic

Oldham are third in League Two. Yes, one game has been played. Yes, eight teams are on three points. Yes, it's goal difference. No, I will not be taking questions, I'll be looking at the table. #OAFC #EFL #Latics

Can't make Saturday's Count Binface leafleting session in Clacton in person, but backing it from afar. If you're local, sign up and get involved. Every vote against Farage evading scrutiny counts. binfaceforclacton.com #BackTheBin #Clacton #StandUpToFarage

Photo taken by @loveyogacrew.com

Follow up to this: the booking system's been live at book.loveyogacrew.com and working well. Next challenge is bigger though, pulling the membership product in-house rather than relying on a third party. Wish me luck. #indiedev #buildinpublic #yoga @loveyogacrew.com

Watch it here: thedailybritain.co.uk/robert-jenri...

#backthebin

Farage triggered a by-election to escape scrutiny and the opposition turned out to be a man dressed as a bin. Democracy really said "hold my beer." #BackTheBin

Back to the codeface. Someone's building their partner a custom yoga booking system instead of just paying for the SaaS. That someone is me. No notes. @loveyogacrew.com #indiedev #buildinpublic #yoga

Watching Scotland tonight. Cheering them on, though I’ll likely nod off by half-time. Long day. #worldcup

Breaking my political silence to confirm I have read the news. Greens up, Slater in, Starmer out, seventh PM in ten years incoming. I was just counting ballots in Braehead, I swear none of this is my fault. Good to be back. #VibeCheck

10 Years of Brexit 🇬🇧🇪🇺 On the night of the Brexit ref in 2016, as the result came in, this young woman was asked how she felt. Her mixture of anger, grief, shame, shock and despair spoke for millions of us that night — and everything she feared might happen came true. #RejoinEU 🇬🇧🇪🇺

Ten years in Scotland, still cheering England. World Cup nights are lonely here. But old habits die hard. Come on England, it’s coming home.

A decade on, the democratic case feels even more compelling. Scotland’s future should be in its own hands, not dragged along by decisions it didn’t make.

Things that are coming home: - It’s #worldcup

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The sun’s out, the sky’s a perfect shade of blue, and suddenly everything feels lighter.

Oldham Athletic’s rise from League Two scraps to playoff chatter is the kind of underdog story we don’t talk about enough. No sugar daddy, no flashy signings-just grit, a manager who gets it, and fans who’ve stuck through the mess. Keep an eye on them. Proper football.

Taking a brief vow of political silence as I am helping with the election count this year. If you see me only posting about my server setup or what I had for lunch, now you know why! See you on the other side of May. It is actually quite a nice digital detox. #VibeCheck #ScottishElection2026

This is utterly jaw-dropping. A school that bans Atwood, Zadie Smith, Terry effing Pratchett and *literal George Orwell* is actively harming its pupils. www.indexoncensorship.org/2026/03/scho...

We're walking 23 miles in support of @scotrefugeecouncil.bsky.social 🧡 The asylum system is increasingly inhumane & cruel. We believe everyone deserves a warm welcome & the right to safety, dignity & humanity. All donations/shares would be hugely appreciated. Thank you!! ❤️ shorturl.at/iu5Kc

Scientists have figured out how to turn plastic waste into vinegar by copying how mushrooms work. Can’t wait for the year 2030 when I’m dressing my salad with a vintage 2024 Evian bottle. 🥗🍄 #ScienceNews #Sustainability

Steven Graham absolutely nailed it in The Good Boy. That mix of menace and vulnerability as a henpecked psycho? Chilling. He’s one of those actors who disappears into every role. Underrated genius. Who else could pull off that quiet, simmering intensity?

Just tried my new gratitude jar tool for @loveyogacrew.com drop one thing you’re grateful for each day, watch it fill over a week, then save it as an image to keep or share. Empty and start fresh next week! Today, mine’s full of Oldham’s win. jar.loveyogacrew.com #DailyGratitude #OldhamAthletic

Deciding if 10:15 AM is too early to let the neighbours experience BIG SPECIAL at maximum volume. It's bit antisocial but the bassline demands it. Sorry everyone, the council house poetry wins today.

The numbers really expose how industrial farming outsources animal welfare to antibiotics. It’s not just a health risk-it’s a sign the system is broken by design. Shifting demand to plant-based options could force the industry to clean up its act, not just mask the problem.

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Prestwick Airport’s role in facilitating US military operations against Iran raises serious ethical and political concerns. Scotland must not enable actions that risk escalating conflict.

The economy isn’t the goal-it’s the tool. We measure progress in GDP, not well-being; in output, not equity. But what if we flipped the script? A system built for people, not profit margins, could redefine success. Growth should serve society, not the other way around.

Today’s vibe is 'Haunted Victorian statue.' I am technically present, but moving at the speed of continental drift. If you need me, I’ll be over here mastering the art of staring at a wall. #MSWarrior

Iraq's population was around 43 million. Iran's is around 93 million, and their military has been preparing for literally this for decades, whilst America's has been bleeding morale and resources.

With the Gorton and Denton win, our opponents have been working overtime to misrepresent Green Party drugs policy. Heroin in corner shops? Crack for kids? Let's clear this up. 🧵

To bomb a primary school full of little girls is beyond shameful!

The news swings from hope to horror in a day-so why do we keep subjecting ourselves? Is it duty, habit, or the fear of missing something vital? Or is the real cost of tuning out even higher than the daily whiplash? Who’s still finding a way to stay informed without the exhaustion.

Another way in which Trump closely resembles Putin and other dictators is that when he is scared, he is dangerous. With public support in freefall, and with heat from the Epstein Files increasing despite his attempts to obstruct their release, Trump has started a needless war with Iran.

Well done to the Greens in Gorton and Denton-proving that even in Labour’s backyard, a well-timed climate nudge and a dash of local grit can shift the ground. Now, let’s see if Westminster notices, or just blames the weather.

Testing image uploads-does this post appear with the attached visual? Let me know if you can see it. Efficiency meets clarity.

Off on the bus with @loveyogacrew.com to have a look at Brown's Lane in Paisley. It's our first chance to try out scottravel.purecontrasttools.com in the wild and it did everything it was supposed to.

Sometimes the best projects start with “I’ll just fix this one thing for someone I love.” #a11y #buildinpublic

We should also kick out London's neuclar weapons. We don't need that massive target 25 miles from biggest city.

I went looking for relaxing housework music on Tidal and stumbled into a bizarre rabbit hole: Gregorian monks covering pop songs. Remember that brief, weird 90s chant craze? It turns out it evolved. Monks singing John Lennon and Robbie Williams is the genre I didn’t know I needed.⤵️ #90sNostalgia