Martin

The world’s gone bonkers. The UK, formerly ‘Great’ Britain is not so bloody Great now is it? Ruined one lefty idea at a time. Can it get worse? It sure can.

[Tony @TonyL_01]

@PolitlcsUK I've never heard Shabana Mahmood, Sadiq Khan, Keir Starmer or any Labour MP say: "The suspect appears to be motivated by anti-White hatred."

[Martin @MartinKoss]

@Clearthought65 @Jenny_1884 I agree with this. Most of the actual people who do most of the work and provide the care earn average wages that do not justify the fees.

[Martin @MartinKoss]

@Jenny_1884 Our daughter told us recently of a lady with a young Labrador spending thousands on vets to be ultimately told “the dogs pain is because of development (growing pains)”.

[Martin @MartinKoss]

@Jenny_1884 Absolutely because they know that most people will do whatever they can for their beloved animals. We’ve spent loads on our dogs over the last few years. 2 are sadly no longer with us but the vets will keep taking as much as they can right up to the end.

[Martin @MartinKoss]

@davehomeless89 @Tom_Barad Maybe your wording is misunderstood because it looks like you’re suggesting the money wasn’t his, but I’m guessing you’re pointing out the car wasn’t his. But had he stolen it? No. Did he regularly drive someone else’s car? Very likely all things considered. And the money? His.

[Martin @MartinKoss]

@davehomeless89 We all have something to hide; stuff that is private.

[Martin @MartinKoss]

@unclecharlieboy @DrHoenderkamp Shocking.

[Martin @MartinKoss]

@Bills_gallery @DrMarianaClaire @DrHoenderkamp And Canva. That’s a trendy one! 😂

[Martin @MartinKoss]

So true. In my 60 years the world, and certainly the UK, has transformed and not (in many ways) for the better.

[Claire 💙 @clairebubblepop]

Said this before but I’ll say it again. Just one lifetime ago in the UK, our grandfathers could buy a home, buy a car, have 3 to 4 children, wives could stay home, take annual vacations, and then retire… all on one middle-class salary. What happened?
We had same day GP, ambulances within minutes, dentists, good education, decent public transport, clean river and beaches. So AGAIN WTF happened?

[Tommy Robinson 🇬🇧 @TRobinsonNewEra]

Dan speaks to brother Wendell, who's looking sharp as ever 🇬🇧

He has been to all of these events and predicts over 1 million in attendance.

He also gives a message to everyone on their way to the event.

@vowalesofficial

[Martin @MartinKoss]

@thomasmstern @leonspight @sama But restricting a user from accessing their own chats is bonkers.

[Martin @MartinKoss]

@jurgenthoelen @sama @EU_Commission It makes no sense though. Referring to the content of our own chats.

[Martin @MartinKoss]

@sughanthans1 @sama It doesn't make sense to not be in EU. It's our own content. Where's the privacy issue if we are referring to our own chats?

[Martin @MartinKoss]

@sama What about UK Plus users?

[Martin @MartinKoss]

@sama I think I'll start people I work for on a nice affordable subscription plan, and then a year or two in, shift them to a pay 'per second of my time plan' that means they have no idea what it will cost them but it will certainly cost more. How many clients will I lose? All of 'em!

[Martin @MartinKoss]

@sama Please leave Plus accounts as they are. Personally I hate counting (and watching) credits and tokens. Create a mid-tier plan if you must, a 'pay as you go' tier for those who want it. But please leave Plus accounts alone.

[Martin @MartinKoss]

The current Labour government's approach to financial management and policy towards the elderly seems increasingly out of touch with the realities faced by many pensioners in the UK. While MPs, earning well over £90,000 annually, continue to claim expenses for everything from second homes to utilities, the elderly are left grappling with the stark contrast of their own financial situation.

Recent discussions on platforms like X highlight a growing sentiment of frustration. For instance, there's been talk about the government's decision-making on pensions and elderly care, which appears to ignore the financial struggles of many over-65s. The triple lock on state pensions, while a promise kept, doesn't address the broader financial pressures like rising fuel costs, which hit the elderly hardest.

The Labour manifesto's silence on certain pension reforms and the broader financial support for the elderly suggests a disconnect. Policies like the potential cuts in payments or the handling of care costs indicate a shift where financial burdens are increasingly placed on those least able to bear them. This comes at a time when the cost of living is soaring, with essentials like heating becoming luxury items for many pensioners.

Moreover, the government's approach to expenses, where MPs can claim back significant amounts for what might be considered perks of the job, starkly contrasts with the elderly's situation. Many pensioners face the choice between heating and eating, with their fixed incomes unable to keep pace with inflation. The argument that MPs need these expenses to serve their constituencies feels hollow when compared to the basic needs of those on fixed incomes.

This disparity isn't just about numbers; it's about empathy and policy direction. The government's reluctance to address these issues head-on, as seen in various X posts, suggests a policy framework that might prioritize fiscal conservatism over human welfare. The elderly, who have contributed a lifetime of taxes and service, find themselves at the mercy of policies that seem designed by those who've never had to budget for essentials.

The outcry on social platforms reflects a broader societal concern: how can a government, so well-cushioned by taxpayer money, fail to see the plight of its most vulnerable? The Labour government's handling of elderly financial support, juxtaposed against their own expense claims, paints a picture of a significant disconnect. It's not just about the money; it's about understanding and addressing the lived experiences of those who've earned their rest but are now fighting for basic dignity in their golden years.

[Martin @MartinKoss]

@TammyChen1420 True. It sure is. Curiosity might not have killed the cat, but it definitely dragged me back here! Let’s see what kind of rabbit holes I can fall into this time. 😂

[Martin @MartinKoss]

OMG it’s been how long? Damn. I bet I missed loads and loads of amazing stuff? 😂
I thought I’d stick my head round the door and see who’s about and what’s going on.

[Kevin Edger @KEdge23]

Labour said they’d freeze energy bills.
Lie.

Labour said they’d protect pensioners.
Lie.

Labour said they’re on the side of motorists.
Lie.

Labour said they wouldn’t increase taxes on working people.
Lie.

This Labour govt is rotten to the core.