Anyone participating in any part of a process that violates international law and common humanity should remember that “I was obeying orders” is not a defence.

It is so vital to remember that the Rwanda scheme was conceived as a dead cat to get Johnson out of #Partygate difficulties and was never meant to be progressed or even taken seriously. ~AA

The day after the awful Rwanda bill passed, I get the perfect antidote.
The 1st refugee we ever hosted 7 yrs ago just texted to invite me to his citizenship ceremony. At least he is here, and safe, having found community & steady work.

Thanks to Refugees at Home🧡 for all they do

Le fascisme va de paire avec le contrôle des femmes, via leur politique de contrôle des naissances, qu’elles soient voulues…ou non.
Cerise sur le gâteau, c’est un gouvernement dirigé par une femme qui facilite l’affaire! francetvinfo.fr/societe/ivg/it…

Why does this fascist far right extremist have such exposure in the press? The toxic dishonest bile that pours out of her is not good for our country and will lead to ever greater fear and division. She knows this and believes that this will lead her back to power. Stop giving

I’m sure they claimed they had the right to exercise their ‘freedom of movement’, right then, right there, at that crossing…and nowhere else 🙄

Contre l’extrême droite, ce dimanche, 1 500 manifestants à Saint-Brieuc letelegramme.fr/cotes-d-armor/…

Don’t get me wrong, I’m happy the aid package came through and that Johnson, who I have been blasting for months, pivoted. But the democratic world would have better leaders and representatives if it had higher standards to begin with. Get involved and vote. It matters.

An early warning, but how far along are some democracies in Europe already, you can judge depending on where you live.
I can tick a few for Tory run Brexitania, absolutely no doubt about it.
The slide has to stop, and none of this dishonourable nonsense must be used by Labour.

This is the message everyone should be taking home from today’s despicable announcement.

The number of people of working age with a health condition or a disability is going up.

And not because they’ve all suddenly become work-shy scroungers🙄

Long (sorry!) 🧵

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‘Mutual free movement’ for UK and EU citizens supported by 84% of Brits, in stunning new poll.
Unfortunately not supported by 84% of our politicians.
BremainInSpain Yorkshire Bylines
Mike Galsworthy
yorkshirebylines.co.uk/news/brexit/mu…

Not ‘a life style choice’, but definitely a consequence of political choices made by people who don’t use the NHS.

And of course, between UK and EU…
A desperate Brexiter’s move. theguardian.com/politics/2024/…

Dry spell 😊

3/ EU/UK proposed youth mobility treaty - text of proposed Council decision and explanatory memo

Note it would also include family reunion (not further detailed at this point). Dispute settlement system of the Brexit deal would apply (not the CJEU)
commission.europa.eu/publications/c…

Only fair on 18 to 30 year old Brits, most were too young to get a say in this Brexit disaster, & most of those who got a say voted Remain.
This is a positive move. I hope it goes through so young people can have some freedom of movement within the EU.
Oldies, you made your bed.

“The UK is now stuck behind the US and Europe in the queue for essential drugs. Other countries offer high prices and easier access, with simpler regulations for supply.”
Brexit bonuses…Brexiters, mostly the older generation, are the ones most impacted 🤷‍♀️ theguardian.com/science/2024/a…

I actually love the fact that the attendees at the NatCons are going to have to rely on their freedom of expression and assembly rights as provided in the European Convention on Human Rights, which they decry...

Worth a retweet! Are you paying attention Victoria Atkins ?

She was appointed by a hereditary monarch without recourse to a general election.