HMRC 'doesn't know' how many billionaires pay tax in the UK "There is much public interest in the amount of tax the wealthy pay. People need to know everyone pays their fair share," a group of MPs warn.

HM Revenue & Customs does not know how many billionaires pay tax in the UK, according to a new report by MPs

The Public Accounts Committee says this is despite fact only a small number of people have this status - & the significant sums of money involved
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Denmark extends life of two of its oldest offshore wind farms – one by another 25 years Two of Denmark’s oldest offshore wind farms get life extensions – one for another 25 years, taking its total operating life to half a century.

Wind turbines only last 10–15 years” is pure FUD propaganda. That’s a design life, not a death sentence. Denmark just extended its 2000-built Middelgrunden offshore wind farm to 2050—50 years! Like bridges, turbines last decades with proper care. The myth is dead. Wind lives on. 🌬️⚡ #EnergyTransition

This whole story is insane

So let me get this straight…

Under Hegseth’s leadership, the Army is rolling out a policy that could kick out Black men for razor bumps—a medical condition that disproportionately affects us.

Meanwhile, troops who refused the COVID vaccine? They got waivers. Sympathy. Career protection.
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What is this Round Robin of endless podcasts? Nothing whispers 'I don't have enough paid work,' than bored, moderately famous people talking to each about fuck all. It's the celeb version of starting a window cleaning round.

Who would win meme format. Title says "Who would win". On the left is "The United States" with a stock image of a bald eagle in front of the US flag. On the left is "one package of Japanese pessaries" with a stock image of a parcel being delivered with the Japanese word for "pessary" written on the parcel.

Who would win? The United States or a parcel full of contraceptives? We can actually answer this question because it was tested in court in 1936. This is the story of United States v. One Package Of Japanese Pessaries...

Email your MP now and urge them to vote against cruel cuts to disability support
action.trussell.org.uk/your-mp-must...

It’s #IndepedentBookshopWeek! Thank you to all the indie bookshops out there for everything you do - we need you! 💚 That’s why this gorgeous, sheepy edition of No Friend to This House is exclusively available from indies. I’ll be signing all of these next! Tag your favourite bookshop below… 🐏

Today, UK MPs are voting on substantial reform to abortion law. Abortion is currently permitted under certain circumstances. Outside of these circumstances, abortion care is regulated by a Victorian law. The reform would protect people from arrest and imprisonment for ending their own pregnancy.

Purple

I am constantly rereading/listening to this, it’s just brilliant!

9/ Labour MP @stellacreasy is fighting to fix this.

Her amendment to the PCCS Bill would decriminalise abortion entirely.

Not extend it. Not water it down.
Just remove it from the criminal code where it never belonged and make it a healthcare matter.

t.co/7RaED2vjEq

UK woman who took pills during lockdown cleared of illegal abortion Nicola Packer, 45, was prescribed medication but was accused of believing she was more than 10 weeks pregnant

4/ Six women have already been prosecuted.

One arrested in hospital after a stillbirth.

Another reported by her own midwife.

At least 67 women have been investigated since 2020.

This is the UK. Not fucking Gilead.

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Writing to your MP to tell them what you think is surprisingly effective. Be civil, be clear, and make sure you include your address so that they know you are one of their constituents.

You can find out who your MP is here, and their email address:

members.parliament.uk/members/Comm...

Donald Trump’s digital landgrab His attempt to grab control of the internet is perhaps the biggest threat of all

“At present, Trump is personally suing multiple television channels that have criticised him. He is, as president, threatening those same channels with losing their broadcast licences”

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🌈 June is Pride Month!
We’re celebrating LGBTQ+ communities worldwide and shining a light on LGBTQ+ histories. Explore our collection of blogs that delve into these powerful stories:
🔗 womenshistorynetwork.org?s=lgbt

#Pride25 #LGBTQ #QueerHistory

WHN is an international forum for women's history, committed to inclusivity and diversity. We follow the Equality Act (2010) and reject all forms of discrimination. Join us in amplifying marginalised voices and celebrating all women's histories. #WomensHistory

womenshistorynetwork.org/about-page/

🌈 Calling KS3 & KS4 students! 🎨

The National Archives’ 2025 Pride Creative Competition is now open! Explore LGBTQ+ stories through art, writing, or performance.

🔗 Learn more and enter: nationalarchives.gov.uk/education/students/archive-experiences/competitions/2025-pride-competition
#Pride #LGBTQ

🚨 NEWS: The government’s own survey shows 4.7m people in disabled households are facing hunger, including 1.6m children.

Yet just yesterday, the UK government chose to slash disability payments.

This is appalling.

Trying to force a #eurovision win is a propaganda strategy. Once again, as with many other fans of the contest, I ask the #EBU to re-think including a delegation from a state that is committing genocidal acts.

Good guys Belgium and Spain put up captions stating their views on Israel after #eurovision

We are trying to keep Sound Heap a secret for people who “get it” so if you like award-winning sketch comedy feel free to listen to podfollow.com/soundheap but for goodness’ sake don’t tell people who wouldn’t like it that it exists

This really can’t be pointed out enough

The Telegraph has got it right for once.
I was in Riga two years ago. Thinking about Russia feels different from there.

A librarian smiling while leading a BookTrust Storytime session, holding a BookTrust Storytime sticker book

Thank you so much to all of the brilliant librarians who took part, creating welcoming and memorable experiences for families and inspiring a love of reading 📚

@cilip.bsky.social @ascelnetwork.bsky.social @librariesconnected.bsky.social @librariesni.bsky.social

Thanks for the reminder to reread these books!!

Kirsty is in a wheelchair on a Catwalk wearing Molke bra and leggings in a pride fabric design.

Just a happy lil queer disabled bra maker trying to fight their way through the crowds and be heard, so they can show off the epic underwear we make here in Scotland.
If you love what we do, please help us have a voice and share the love!

#Disabled #QueerSky #Pride #Inclusive

This from @anneapplebaum.bsky.social

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Oh boy…