Nick Rijke

nick-rijke.bsky.social

16 October 2026 16:01

John Shipley has long, long been an excellent advocate for local democracy. A great blend of articulate, passionate, values driven, yet hugely personable too. While politicians, sometimes rightly, get a lot of criticism, there are some absolute gems too.

Earl Russell LD

earlrussell.bsky.social

14 October 2026 09:42

Today I asked the government what assurances are we seeking that any American supplies (of diesel) are not Russian in origin? What consideration is being given to diversifying our supplies and increasing European refining capacity to help drive down prices? hansard.parliament.uk/Lords/2026-1...

Mark Pack

markpackuk.bsky.social

13 October 2026 14:59

Welcome, Tim!

Earl Russell LD

earlrussell.bsky.social

13 October 2026 11:44

Renewable energy based economies are resilient economies. 'The global economy “could soon test the limits of resilience”, as emergency oil stocks run low and government budgets become overstretched, the International Monetary Fund has warned.' www.theguardian.com/business/202...

Earl Russell LD

earlrussell.bsky.social

13 October 2026 11:44

@libdempeers.bsky.social Will be raising this issue as part of our debate on the state of UK food security on Thursday.