colin armstrong
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@Peston
Sunak threatening our FM and saying that the UK govt will now impose its will on Scotland on already devolved areas when we haven't voted Tory since 1955 is not going to convince Scots of the value of the Union. More and more this Union feels like an abusive relationship.
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Scotlands current and future head of state, not a ballot box in sight and not a Scot among them. Disgraceful.
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@TimesRadio
More disdain and lies from the Israelis. Regev and Levy just open their mouths and lie lie lie. Nobody's fooled. Apartheid South Africa fell, and so will the Zionist state of Israel. More and more people worldwide are aware of Israeli barbarity, and enough is enough.
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Wrote to Tesco about jacked items appearing everywhere in their shops in Scotland.They confirmed that it was policy but not political. If you read it sounds overtly political to me.
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@ItsMatt_Again
@bobbies_helmet
And that's exactly what the older generation has done.They'll be dead when their families are struggling with the long-term selfish decisions they've made. Even now, when it's becoming more evident what they've done,they couldn't give a damn. A truly selfish and greedy generation
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@JeremyVineOn5
Dont think abandoning the rule of law would set a good example for those in Russia and Ukraine. A ludicrous question to even ask.
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@JMPSimor
@TartantuesdayI
Then the Israeli's are committing war crimes, and their president has just admitted it.
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@kayeadams
Well Kaye there are many people who are surprised and disappointed that their licence fee contributes to the imbalance that the Professor speaks of. Not only on this issue but many others. When I tune in I usually end up switching off for exactly that reason. Listen to your show
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@TracyAnnO
McCluskey, everything that's wrong with the Labour movement today. These people are corrupt. Look how he manipulates his union and is part of the gang of 4 that controls Corbyn. A country run by his kind would be a terrible place to live and Im a socialist and hate the Tories.
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@paulmasonnews
@richardotoole42
I'm a socialist but not far left. I see what's happening in Israel and see fascist Israeli govt ministers saying horrible rascist things, their PM saying there's no 2 state solution and the IDF killing indiscriminately. How am I antisemitic if I despise that and its perpetrators?
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@guyverhofstadt
What gives the British govt the right to strip existing EU citizens of their citizenship against their will? I didn't give them my consent and don't trust the British govt to protect my rights. It's a sad state to be in when you have to rely on Brexiteers to protect your rights.
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God. This timeline shows just how unpleasant, prejudiced, and downright racist pro monarchists and unionists are. No wonder the UK is on its arse. Horrible horrible people with no insight into just how disgusting they and their monarchy are.
It’s an honour and privilege to be invited to the coronation of a king, so why does
@HumzaYousaf
and his wife look so fed up and not singing with everyone else?
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Ffs. Just saw the panel on Question for time, and Kate Forbes is hardly representative of the Scottish govt. Then we've got Fraser Nelson, Murray, and a Tory lord. Switching off now. I've got to bath the dugs. They rolled in shit and lets face it, it's better than watching it.
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@jackfostr
@NicolaSturgeon
@LBC
@LBCNews
These girls from Newcastle will never forget this. Its good to have a politician leading our country who has a sense of fun as well as a serious side. Can't imagine any of the other party leaders, at Holyrood or Westminster being as human. Good on you FM.
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@EmmaKennedy
She's up to her neck in this.Morgan and Clarkson are close associates, and let's remember Clarkson has just advocated violence against Megan.Not acceptable behaviour from a senior member of the royal family. Universal condemnation should be the response. The silence is deafening.
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@talkRADIO
@mrmarkdolan
Mark Dolan is now responsible for the death of people who foolishly listen to him, their family members, their neighbours, and their countrymen. That's everyone. What an arrogant immoral fool of a man.
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This is Ian Liddell- Granger, Conservative MP. This disgusting individual shouted out that Ian Blackford MP should consider suicide during a parliamentary debate. Retweet this reptilian individuals comments and hold this vile man to account. We know Parliament won't.
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@C4Ciaran
@NicolaSturgeon
Patronising in the extreme. Little wonder Tories are despised in Scotland.
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@jonsopel
Ridiculous that junior doctors are paid this pittance after all the training, study, and the stresses of the job. My hourly rate as a part-time semi retired staff nurse in a local nursing home is a lot higher. MPs salaries have increased, junior doctors haven't. Time to get real.
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@steve220459
Stopped buying Tunnocks products after they came out against Scottish independence in 2014 and not bought anything since.
You reap what you sow in this world, and they're paying the price for their arrogant assumption that there would be no consequences. They were wrong.
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@IndigoFast
Isn't it so refreshing. Young, articulate, and Scotlands future. When old unionist, usually male, journalists say there's no one who can take the FMs place in the SNP and Scottish govt its obviously a lie. We've got Nichola Sturgeons coming out our ears and thank God for that.
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@GMB
@richardm56
Richard didn't 'grill' Mr Lynch, he ranted and had the cheek to say that he was doing it on behalf of the viewers. He certainly didn't speak for this viewer and probably many more. Very poor interview with no perspective other than strikers bad. Tabloid TV at its very worst.
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@STVNews
We've got cabinet ministers who gave away millions to their mates in dodgy PPE contracts. We've got a PM who's up to his eyes in oil licensing deals that directly benefit his family,and we've a former PM who should be in jail. Yet STV reports a paperclip scandal.Totally Pathetic.
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@SkyNews
Who does David Lammy think he is? Its the Scottish people that will make that decision and no English unionist will deny us the right to self determination. Being treated like a colony is not going to endear Lammy or his party to the electorate North of the border.
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@itvnews
So a group of young people who won't have been vaccinated sit round a table sharing space with no consideration given to social distancing. Its all going to happen again.
The varients will party as we party and we'll be in the shit by autumn but never mind we can get a pint.
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@msm_monitor
Imagine if Humza had said the same as Mark Drakeford. They'd be calling him out as divisive and looking for a fight against the English govt. Drakeford nails it. It's the English component of the UK govt that's at the root of this conflict,and they're going to have to compromise.
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@SkyNews
Why on earth are you giving this awful man air time? We want to see him shipped of to the US to answer questions from the FBI not treated as if he's someone that warrants respect, he doesn't. Shame on Sky News
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@PeteWishart
@johnmalta99
We were always going to retire to Spain when we were in our 60s.I'm 60 next week but Brexit and the new restrictions and requirements have destroyed that dream. Feel trapped in a narrow minded inward looking UK. Only hope for future generations of Scots is independence in the EU.
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@Kennyaberdeen
@brawday
If you're losing followers because they disagree with the what happened in Glasgow today then they weren't worth keeping.
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@bobbies_helmet
@ItsMatt_Again
What a very simplistic response. There are many more without wealthy parents and from other generations who still have to live with the consequences of the economic model boomers have shaped. They can't afford homes,have educational debt, and diminished opportunities as a result.
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This man has made a monumental mistake, and he knows it. None of this nonsense would have happened if he'd just shown his Green colleagues some respect, allowed their party process to be completed and dealt with it then ,one way or the other. Such bad judgement isn't good in a FM
'I intend to fight that vote of no confidence.'
Scotland's First Minister
@HumzaYousaf
tells Sky's
@ConnorGillies
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He adds: 'I will be writing to all the party leaders and asking them how we can make a minority government work'
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@ScottishLabour
This man is not trustworthy. He has abandoned every commitment made during his campaign for Labour Leader. He has committed Labour to a hard Brexit.He hasn't supported striking workers and is now throwing Trans people and the Scottish Parliament to the wolves.He's not a good man.
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@sjames1132
@Rampantredlion1
This is what happens when your govt allows water companies to dump raw sewage in English rivers. Its weird even writing this but weirder that people put up with it.
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@Fighting4INDY
@YesScotland
@YesScot
@Conservatives
@YesGlasgow
Some just don't get that all we want is our country's people to govern themselves. It's nothing to do with anyone else and doesn't involve hating anyone. In fact,you'll find that our opponents are the actual haters. Independence is normal around the world. Scots are no different.
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@piersmorgan
@NicolaSturgeon
You obviously know nothing about Scotland or the Scots, and your statement confirms this. There's nothing unravelling apart from the Union, and English commentators like you are helping that process along at a pace. Keep up the good work.
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@BBCScotlandNews
How in God's name is this news? Investigate the £13 billion in fraud written off by Rushi Sunak, investigate the dodgy contracts to Tory mates, and investigate Tory corruption in general. Do your job and hold power to account, or is the BBC actually part of the same problem?
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@anetevt
The arrogance of your statement shows just how important it is for Scotland to gain its independence. A nuclear base less than 30 miles from Glasgow puts my family, friends, and millions of fellow citizens at risk. Have them in Portsmouth if your so keen to have nuclear weapons.
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@DanielaNadj
Replies to your comment have largely answered your question. You obviously don't know much about Scotland or Scots. Those of us who favour independence know we can thrive and prosper, controlling our own destiny and economy. It's as simple as that. Look at Ireland Denmark, etc.
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@BBCNewsnight
Why on earth is Reform on your panel? They have no elected representatives and failed miserably in lastxweeks by-election.
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@nickeardleybbc
Any self respecting journalist would be questioning the threatening language used by Sunak towards the FM and his continuing denial of a democratic mandate but apparently this an acceptable approach to Scotland, its elected FM, and the Scots.
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@brawday
It's dodgy in more ways than one. Since when was a tent required for investigating financial irregularities? And all the media hovering outside and Glen Campbell bumping into Alex Salmond. It's like something out of Monty Python.
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@PoliticsJOE_UK
They are a pair of fascists. Time to speak the truth and call out the fascists when they raise their ugly heads. For too long, Oakeshott and her man have got away with fascist propaganda because they're the servants of the media oligarchs who benefit from their fascists ideas.
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@DavidDavisMP
What a complete hypocrite you and your kind are. Westminster is corrupt to the core and the Speaker is very much part of that system. Your party and govt supporters have stolen billions from the public purse yet you pontificate in this pathetic way. Prison is too good for you.
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@davemacladd
It's a start. They should all be doing this and the people should stop buying the poisonous rag. Well done Jurgen Klopp.
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@_KateForbes
No thanks. You're right it is time to move on, but we have to move on with a leader who unites not one who divides and minimises the rights of others. Everyone is equal, and you just dont believe that.
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@BBCJamesCook
@NicolaSturgeon
And quite right too. Now rhey need to have a look at the blatant disregard for the law displayed by the opposition when they've been out campaigning.
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@ScotNational
And there you have it. Labour's priority isn't the children living in poverty but the markets and the already wealthy people who dominate it. Mind you, the millionaires Starmer and Sarwar are so far removed from real life they wouldn't know hardship if it bit them on the arse.
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@_KateForbes
@HumzaYousaf
Please build bridges with the folk you have frightened during the campaign. I considered supporting you, but your gay marriage stance shocked and worried me. You should talk to the gay community and unmarried families in particular. As Scots,we all need to learn from each other.
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@JonathanTod_me
Stopped trusting the BBC years ago. I live in Scotland,and BBC Scotland is blatant in its anti independence bias. They don't even attempt to provide balanced reporting now.Don't think there is a way back. Its UK reputation is trashed,and there are alternative sources of news now.
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@guyverhofstadt
@unherd
My dream is slightly different. It's Scotland and Ukraine joining the EU. England will take a bit longer, but Scotland's ready.
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@beith123
More like a Starmer realisation than a Swinney bounce. 2 child limit, continuing zero hour contracts, no increase in statutory sick pay, unlimited bankers bonuses, no tax on wealth, hard brexit with no free movement. Why would any Scot vote Labour they're Tories in all but name.
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@RealJamieKay
Some people just don't believe in a hereditary head of state. Nothing personal just think the concept of monarchy is outdated, deferential, and should have no place in a modern democratic country.
Why are so many people uncritical and accepting of this historical relic?
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@HTScotPol
Used to get the Glasgow Herald then The Herald but you're unadulterated unionism drove me and many others like me away.
Not even for this much reduced price will I support what has effectively become a propoganda sheet for unionism.
Its sad to see how diminished Heralds become
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@JeaneF1MSP
@afneil
@afneil
everything that's wrong with politics and journalism in Scotland the UK. A servant of far right multi billionaires all his working life and has as much respect for the truth as Donald Trump.
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@ScotNational
Hoyle is a disgrace. Out of his own mouth last week, he promised another SNP debate on Gaza. He has now gone back on his word. His position is now untenable, and his very partisan approach means that any pretence of impartiality is exposed. Westminster is rotten to the core.
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@aewing4Cbeath
@LetAlbaFlourish
If Kate Forbes becomes leader members like me with progressive views, will leave them party in their droves, and I, for one, will not vote SNP and actively discourage others from doing so. My first vote for the SNP was 1982, and even then, her views were dated and prejudiced.
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@KayBurley
There's a lot of Scottish women doing the same thing. Just admit you were wrong regarding Iain Blackford. He was nothing but courteous and you got it wrong. It happens.
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@mattuthompson
@MhairiHunter
Why the hell should he apologise? The BBC better be very careful. Licence payers don't pay for a propaganda wing of the Conservative party. At the same time, they cancel David Attenborough's last episode so they don't upset right wing Conservatives. It's getting ridiculous now.
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@alexgill_
Who exactly do you mean? Stephen Flynn, Mhari Black, Mairi McAllan...? All fairly enlightened modern thinkers who have no intention of putting those who are different back in their box. If you think Kate Forbes will take us in a new direction, think again. Look who's backing her.
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@LHolt99
@willie_rennie
@WaidAcademy
@NicolaSturgeon
@ScotGovFM
The police should be seeing this, not everybody and anybody on Twitter. Something very wrong in what you've done here, and you should take it down now.
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@jamesmatthewsky
@SkyNews
The police have caused this by their heavy handed and ridiculous approach to free speech and expression. I'm sure the new King wouldn't want to force the people to make a choice between monarchy and self expression because there is no choice, freedom wins every time.
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@DanMcC1990
What exactly is getting beyond a joke? We've been asked to continue to wear masks at a time when there's a new varient and numbers are on the rise. Seems very reasonable request to me and its your mock outrage that is misplaced and beyond a joke.
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@Hyvast
He's not meant to do anything positive for Scotland. He's there to protect the interests and property of his class and the rest of the elite.
In the past he'd have been lording it over the local peasants and hanging poachers. He's not changed, just can't hang poachers anymore.
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@C4Ciaran
@Channel4News
This SNP voter will no longer be an SNP voter if Kate Forbes becomes FM.Yes, I'm concerned about fuel bills, independence,etc,but as a married gay man, I'm not going to vote for someone who tolerates me but doesn't believe in my equality. Just too risky to have her in Bute House.
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@PeteWishart
That's because we're angry and not fooled by the blatant hypocracy of unionist politicians and press. Can't tell you what folk at my work have said in response to the reports over the last few days because I'd be banned from Twitter. They know a witch hunt when they see it.
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@KayBurley
Every time these people open their mouths the independence movement gains ground.The arrogance and contempt of English Tories is deepening divisions and hardening attitudes. Calls by Tory audience members to 'build a wall' reinforces that this prejudice is widespread among them.
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@ScotNational
This is why the SNP should be pushing independence at every opportunity and emphasising that Scotland's problems are a consequence of Westminster rule, lack of interest, and mismanagement. Scotland's future in Scotland's hands is the slogan they should be pushing again and again
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@AnasSarwar
Accusations of lies and deflection from a man who stood in front of an audience and said ' read my lips, no deals with the Tories' just a few months ago. Hypocracy and lies seem to be your forte.
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@ConnorGillies
@SkyNews
The media onslaught on the SNP and the OTT approach of police Scotland has galvanised people and changed nothing with regard to independence. The fight goes on, no matter who's in charge of the SNP. Strange that you media types can't get that. Independence is fundamental now.
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@soniasodha
If you're on the left, even the centre left ,then the Labour party isn't the party for you. They've put forward a series of barely watered-down Tory policies and still expect the left wing vote. The arrogance of this assumption and centre right policies will cost Labour dear.
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@mcashmanCBE
@MichaelLCrick
@Channel4News
Afraid the BBC is now beyond the pale. Stuffed with Tories from top to bottom and this is reflected in their news coverage and current affairs coverage in general.
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@LisaCol68418163
I'll never vote Labour again. I'm pro EU, pro Scottish independence, and I'm a socialist. Why would I vote for a party that imposes a hard Brexit, denies me a vote on independence, and is far from socialist? Red Tories or blue Tories that's the choice you have in England today.
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@GordonBrown
'Britain' is the problem. A state dominated by one country because it comprises of almost 90% of the population is never going to be fare to the smaller component parts. Scots deserve respect and that comes through independence in the EU not by being shackled to Westminster.
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@AnasSarwar
My experience as a care home worker doesn't reflect this. We are tested every week and the results are through within 2 days.There's no trouble getting a test residents and family testing is on the way. You really need to get your facts straight if you want to be taken seriously.
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@CelebrantJayne
@Daily_Record
Scarlet would be shocked at the family tradition in our house when I was growing up. We'd wait until God save the Queen had just started and my mum would shout ' quick choke the queen' and we'd all rush to switch the telly off before starting our Christmas dinner. Happy days.
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@JordanPfot
Hanvey, Cherry, and Duffield are disgusting human beings. Shames me that two of them are gay. Thankfully, the vast majority of us know we can't have the LGB without the T and include and support our trans family. Hanvey and Cherry should be shunned, ignored and condemned.
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@sianharries_
You'd probably have to move to Scotland to find a party like that in govt. Unfortunately Labour has abandoned the tens of millions who voted to stay in the EU as have the Lib Dems. Come on up here and fight for independence in Europe. You'd be very welcome.
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@LeaskyHT
Not just middle class Scots. Many of my no voting colleagues at work have been seeking me out to tell me they've changed their mind. Been really surprised at some who've changed. Looks like something might be happening.
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@BBCScotNine
This women is a bigot pure and simple. No gay person in Scotland should trust her. Humza Yousef is a Muslim and supports gay marriage without prejudice, as do many other religious people. Let her pray to her narrow God but don't expect us to vote for her. Horrible person.
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@guyverhofstadt
@InesArrimadas
@Cs_Europa
@CiudadanosCs
Why don't you meet with Pudgemont and the other politicians who are being persecuted by the Spanish state. The EU talks a good talk about political freedom and human rights but when Spanish govt thugs deny them their right of self determination it stays silent. Shame on you.
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@antmiddleton
I'm Scottish not British, it's just a fact for millions of Scots. Oh and I'm also European in the EU sense, also just a fact.
The fact I'm imprisoned in the UK is very unfortunate and is something we will continue to fight against as long as we have breath. Scottish not British.
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@Jefforbited
Like the statement that the Aberdeen bypass was millions over budget. No mention that it was a fixed term contract and that the tax payer didn't pay any more. That's not just lack of information it's misinformation. The BBC can no longer be trusted in Scotland.
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@Karenlovesfoxes
People need to demand change, get angry, and actually threaten the position of those in charge. They have no concept of what it's like to be unable to afford something. They have had what they want all their greedy lives and protect their own class with all the power they've got.
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@chrisshipitv
@NicolaSturgeon
@vaughangething
@ChrisJack_Getty
Good for him. Seems the deferential, forelock tugging days are coming to an end, at least in Scotland and Wales.
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@BruceMcrobbo
@tinajowild
You could almost hear Marrs editor shouting down his ear to shut him up.
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@joannaccherry
@theSNP
You're absolutely right. The SNP does need a reset, and that reset is without you, Angus McNeil, Ash Regan, and all the other Alba facilitators and apologists.
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@PhilipProudfoot
@lisanandy
@JoBirdJoBird
Nandy is a nasty individual. She actually suggested using Spanish govt tactics on pro independence Scots a few weeks after the Spanish Guarda Civil had brutalised and jailed pro Catalonian independence protester. Her support for the Israeli regime is not surprising.
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@electpoliticsuk
@ZachESaunders
Mhairi is just stating the obvious truth. What self-respecting gay person could stay in the SNP with a leader who doesn't believe in their equality? How can pro choice folk tolerate a FM who isn't and progressive folk tolerate her social conservatism? It's not rocket science.
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@AlexWTorrance
AUOB have destroyed the marches. They attacked the SNP and vilified the FM and drove the vast majority of the Yes movement away from their marches. Their support for the Alba bigots didn't help and the turnout today reflects that. SNP MPs have called out the haters and well done
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@IanMurrayMP
Says Scotland's ONLY Labour MP. Rumours abound that you'll be Scotland's last Labour MP come the next election.
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@kayeadams
He's got a point though. You did seem petty and entitled when you tweeted that about 'having' to put a mask on when you crossed the border. It was as if you knew better, which you obviously don't. Hope my spellings ok for you.
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@BenKentish
@montie
Your twisting things. He raises points that need answering. Accusations of antisemitism are becoming less and less effective with constant and spurious overuse. If Israeli lobbyists sit in our Parliament, we should know and be able to object without fear of accusations like this.
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@joannaccherry
GO TO ALBA. The irony of you talking about humble pie is astounding. You've whipped up the extremists, and we saw the result on Question Time on Thursday. Leave the SNP to decent folk and go join the fascists in Alba and shame on you.
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@ChrisRDavison
Thats just not going to happen. A lot of us voted Labour all our days and some, like me, were actually members. 2014 changed that forever and seeing Labour go into coalition with Tories in local govt reinforces why we'll never vote for them again. We won't be voting Labour.
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@joannaccherry
We need you to resign as well. Then we can start afresh and get on with things. Sorry to see the FM go, but it was time, which she rightly recognised. You should do the same. It's time for a fresh start with no rancour. Please do the decent thing and resign.
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