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Is the forward defensive still a thing? ❀️🏏 #freepalestine #dontbuythesun #nevervotereformative #abolishthemonarchy #joinaunion #PCS #Merseyside

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An abandoned Lime bike put me in hospital for two months, now I use a Zimmer frame When left across the pavement, the bikes are at best an inconvenience for someone to step around, but at worst, the cause of life-changing physical injuries

Substitute Bolt for Lime and it's the same problem in Liverpool. Get rid.

An abandoned Lime bike put me in hospital for two months, now I use a Zimmer frame
inews.co.uk/inews-lifest...

06.03.2026 16:30 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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PCS Merseyside ARMs Welcome to the website for PCS Merseyside Associate & Retired Members (ARMs). Get your latest news here and information about events that you can get involved with.

Latest (3 March) on the Civil Service pensions chaos. Available here (along with all 2026 updates):
sites.google.com/view/pcsmers...

04.03.2026 13:40 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
The image comprises a photo of PCS General Secretary Fran Heathcote alongside a quote which reads: Civil Service People Survey: Small improvements in engagement should not distract from the ongoing pressures staff face every day. Civil servants deserve fair pay, proper staffing levels and to be genuinely listened to.

The image comprises a photo of PCS General Secretary Fran Heathcote alongside a quote which reads: Civil Service People Survey: Small improvements in engagement should not distract from the ongoing pressures staff face every day. Civil servants deserve fair pay, proper staffing levels and to be genuinely listened to.

#PeopleSurvey Civil servants are speaking. Pay pressure, stalled progression and poor change‑management are still driving people away.
PCS is organising to win fair pay, real progression and a fairer system. Join today: pcs.org.uk/join
#PCS #CivilService

03.03.2026 13:14 πŸ‘ 3 πŸ” 3 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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It's almost as though things you say on social media can have real world consequences after all.

03.03.2026 07:50 πŸ‘ 262 πŸ” 40 πŸ’¬ 13 πŸ“Œ 1

I hear the fash are coming to Liverpool on 21 March dressed up, this time, as Christians. Do the churches have any comment?

02.03.2026 18:55 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

I assume Trump will be taking on the responsibility for relocating Tice & Oakeshott as they won't want to have to come back to the UK if they can avoid it.

02.03.2026 16:04 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Scottish Power are the worst privatised company I've ever had the misfortune to deal with. Yes, even worse than British Gas. This tale is so sad but utterly unsurprising.

02.03.2026 08:43 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

"Hundreds of thousands of British holidaymakers, people in transit and expats are understood to be trapped in the Middle East as US & Israeli missile strikes continue to rock the region." Fixed it!

01.03.2026 18:48 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

That's not intimidation. It's fact. I suppose facts are the last thing we need in an election these days.

27.02.2026 23:00 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Intimidating voters with facts, aye?

27.02.2026 21:05 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
MSN

Few people are afforded the opportunity to completely fuck up 2 countries in just 4 years. Lucky man.

www.msn.com/en-nz/news/o...

27.02.2026 19:06 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

The police used to protect sources, didn't they?

25.02.2026 19:28 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Farage unveils 'war on working people' with plot to slash protections Nigel Farage and his number two, Richard Tice, have unveiled plans to rip up new protections for workers and renters - with unions accusing them of 'rigging the system' for the rich

Reform showing their true colours. Tories through and through. Just a different shade of blue.

Nigel Farage unveils 'war on working people' with plot to slash protections - key points
www.mirror.co.uk/news/politic...

24.02.2026 15:42 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Give me Boltmaker over Landlord any day.

24.02.2026 15:33 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Mic drop...

23.02.2026 09:55 πŸ‘ 49 πŸ” 15 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

United Utilities 62% increase in water bills in 3 years. Monopoly. Grifters. Consumers continue to take the hit while their shareholders and bosses rake it in. Nationalise now without compensation. It's the most they deserve.

22.02.2026 11:29 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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The Hundred: IPL-linked teams 'not considering Pakistan players' Four sides in The Hundred with links to the IPL are not expected to sign players from Pakistan in next month's auction.

IPL-linked teams 'not considering Pakistan players' - www.bbc.co.uk/sport/cricke...

Where will this end? English players of Pakistani descent also not to be considered? Will this policy breach the Equality Act?

19.02.2026 15:10 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Man In The High Castle, a licensed dystopian sci-fi drama from Amazon Prime centered on a world where the Axis powers won World War 2 and conquered America is coming to @netflix.com Is it a current affairs documentary?

19.02.2026 09:38 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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As Nigel Farage makes Robert Jenrick his Shadow Chancellor, here's a quick reminder of the sort of man Reform wants to put in charge of the nation's finances

17.02.2026 12:37 πŸ‘ 705 πŸ” 390 πŸ’¬ 52 πŸ“Œ 14
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So Nigel Farage wants 'backhander Bob' to be Chancellor?

17.02.2026 12:33 πŸ‘ 45 πŸ” 27 πŸ’¬ 2 πŸ“Œ 0
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Industrial action boosts PCS membership at Tate Gallery Members at the Tate Gallery have endorsed an end to industrial action, closing a campaign that has led to a 125% increase in membership.

It pays to be in a union. Strikes work ✊

125% increase in membership
A consolidated pay offer which is 50-80% higher than the original offer

www.pcs.org.uk/news-events/...

10.02.2026 16:26 πŸ‘ 31 πŸ” 15 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
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Have you tried Salted Caramel Lucaria from @thornbridge.bsky.social

It's a luxurious ice cream porter with a rich, creamy body and a perfectly balanced sweet & salty roasted malt finish. Smooth. Decadent. Unforgettable. (Contains lactose).

Available @VernonArmsL2.bsky.social today.

15.02.2026 12:56 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

If you heard Pet Shop Boys songs 100 times the chances are that at least 83% would be West End Girls. Depressing really.

05.02.2026 19:06 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

From Tesla to Terminator in one easy decision.

29.01.2026 09:49 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
The Globe – Unity Social Pub Co

Haha hahahaha. It's tiny. They must be putting the pool tables and dart boards in the street. I hear there'll be 3 screens. One per table? Beyond words as they ruin another Liverpool landmark.
www.theglobe.pub

28.01.2026 17:07 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

United Utilities are getting in early with their 2026/27 bills. They'll be hoping we forget by April that their charges have gone up by 46% in 2 years, unlike our incomes. It's time their bosses and shareholders took the hit for a change. On second thoughts, nationalise it now!

24.01.2026 11:44 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Jarl ("J" pronounced as "Y") from @FyneAles.bsky.social is a light & golden beer with a strong citrus & hop aroma.

Citrus and grassy hop flavours dominate the palate with a light & refreshing dry finish.

ABV 3.8% it's on the bar now @VernonArmsL2.bsky.social Try it today. 🍺

20.01.2026 16:43 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

It's becoming clearer by the week. Vote Reform UK, get same old Tories.

19.01.2026 23:21 πŸ‘ 3 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

@seftoncouncil.bsky.social Have you given up on Bluesky?

16.01.2026 10:56 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 1