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Global Heating - 40C Mecca In May.
https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2026/may/29/global-heating-hajj-muslim-pilgrimage-saudi-arabia-dangerous
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Starmer shelves benefit overhaul for at least a year
https://archive.is/20260128193957/https://www.thetimes.com/uk/politics/article/keir-starmer-welfare-system-wont-overhaul-another-year-fr57fhhmm Sir Keir Starmer has vetoed plans for a fresh attempt to reform Britain’s welfare system as Downing Street seeks to avoid another confrontation with Labour MPs.The Department of…
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Single Sex Toilets
https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/may/21/single-sex-toilets-exclude-transgender-people-england-wales-scotland-code-of-practice
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If there was a new referendum to potentially reverse Brexit, how would you vote?
Personally, about 10 years ago I voted remain, {removed by moderator} I don't hold a grudge against immigrants, legal or otherwise, and if there was another referendum, I'd vote to remain in the EU again. How about you lot? How would you vote if they did another Brexit referendum? Leave or remain?
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King's speech
What is wrong with starmer who still wants Digital ID ? He put it in the Kings speech. Plus Getting young people and disabled back to work, reforming welfare state.
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REFORM HAVE SAID THEY WILL CUT ALL BENEFITS
As it comes up to voting time, please remember that Reform boldly and proudly say they are going to significantly cut benefits, especially to those who are receiving health benefits. They will make ALL assessments for benefits face to face with no exceptions. Reform also want to move to an insurance system (like the US…
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Old, disabled and depressed about politics
I know I don't come on here much and do so when I'm really low, which I am now. I expect many others are too. The thought of Reform getting into government feels me with so much dread I am hoping my time comes quickly now. I thank Scope for having these online discussion pages as I don't feel so alone. Years ago you would…
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Hantavirus
They have all of the current sufferers and patients who (potentially) have Hantavirus in one place (on the ship) - so why are they releasing them to potentially transmit the virus worldwide ? They should be quarantined ON THE SHIP ! This could all go very wrong……. remember Covid from 6 years ago ? The world appears to have…
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Anyone else surprised by the election outcomes so far?
I genuinely didn't think it would go the way it has and it has left me feeling quite uneasy
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Starmer On The Ropes - Burnham Circles.
https://www.theguardian.com/politics/2026/may/01/no-other-plan-comes-close-labour-mps-turn-to-burnham-as-pressure-mounts-on-starmer The article claims some MPs don't even want to be seen in his company, as he tries to rally them in private.
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Should Have Stuck To The Music
https://www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2026/apr/30/spectator-paul-winston-marshall-mine-laden-floating-wall-stop-channel-crossings
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Tony Blair
See Tony Blair, sticking his oar in again ,wanting benefits cuts.
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Another Donald Trump assassination attempt
Personally I suspect it was staged, like the one circa last November just before the Election, what do you reckon guys?
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The Reality - Food For Thought For Voters
https://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2026/apr/27/plane-passengers-uk-deportation-policy-gatwick-forced-removals
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REFORM SLASHING BENEFITS
I encourage everyone to look at what Reform is saying about their plans to slash benefits, particularly for the disabled. Make sure you’re aware of that. They will also make all assessments face to face. It’s public knowledge for you to look at yourselves.
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Welfare and Defence
Those in media and government etc talking about cutting welfare. Are they lumping us altogether or 2 child cap lift etc. Surely they can use the money that was for the chagos islands instead
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Doctors
Having copd, through work. I am unable to work since 23, with hypermobility syndrome disorder etc. I had to go back to the doctors to have a 2nd lot of stronger antibiotics, due to a chest infection which those with lung problems get. The doctor asked if I work. When I said no. The look of distain on her face. I explained…
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Is there going to be another attempt at fresh new cuts to Welfare?
Is it going to be a case of here we go again? The Guardian - 16 March 2026 Labour MPs have no reason to oppose new welfare reforms, says ministerPat McFadden unveils £1bn youth employment scheme and appeals to backbenchers who rebelled last year Labour MPs have no reason to oppose a fresh government attempt to overhaul the…
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Future of CB-ESA & other Green Paper proposals not included in the UC & PIP Bill
I’m starting this thread with the permission of @Albus_Scope at @Community_Scope The purpose of the thread is to focus of those areas of the Green Paper that were open to consultation until 30 June and do not form part of the Universal Credit and Personal Independence Payment Bill that is currently making its way through…
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Future
Is anybody else concerned that today, could be the beginning of the end of life as we know it ? I mean Trump has gone in to Iran and bombed them - they are a nation of 95 million with "friends" such as Russia - also they have nuclear weapons ! I believe that Trump will pay for this and its going to affect the rest of the…
