In order to invest in the future of our Armed Forces, we must rely on our government to invest in their families, equally. Our nation depends on them to protect us, just as our serving community depends on their families for support. The two go hand in hand.
This is Arteta’s moment.
Yes, the squad’s been amazing.
Yes, the fans have been incredible.
Yes, the club’s owners stepped up big time last summer.
But it was this man’s vision, intensity, intelligence, courage and decisions that won us the League. Thankyou @m8arteta 🙏
$308 billion (£242 billion) worth of oil and gas left in the North Sea yet #labour and over government would rather other countries profit and families struggle. Imagine how much that some of money could change the #UK
Happy Sunday everyone. We are almost at 10,000 signatures on the petition which means the government will respond to it. I’m hoping that we might deliver it to Downing Street in person. Please could you take 2 minutes and sign it, and share it? https://t.co/SCThKtKZI1
James Tolkan has died at 94.
"Son, your ego's writing checks your body can't cash." - Top Gun (1986)
This scene is a masterclass in movie shorthand. In seconds you get Maverick’s attitude, his history, how he flies, and the entire setup. And Tolkan absolutely nails it.
Could someone from Government, DWP and Defence explain why someone who’s had their legs and arms blown off, or has lost their mind on the battlefield serving their country at war, isn’t afforded such empathy and grace?
I spent yesterday with @Louise_Jones_MP and @NatalieElphicke at RAF Brize Norton to launch of the review into the much needed modernisation of our Armed Forces Single Living Accommodation. This is going to be a once in a generation opportunity to make the improvements needed
Go see Nuremberg. Such a movie! One leaves with so many thoughts. All in this movie is so well done, all. Russell Crowe and Michael Shannon and Richard E. Grant gives amazing performances.
@rickygervais#Mortality seen you in Cardiff night one. Smashed it ❤️ never stop being you. Never stop; the funniest yet you keep my sister and i sane. 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
Honestly the most refreshing and hilarious piece of comedy ive seen in a long while. Love @rickygervais and his normal outlook. In a world of everyone being offended by everything this is a much needed rality check
Still no breaking news coverage of the Bondi beach terror attack on @SkyNews@BBCNews@CNN - astonishing that they are all still running with normal programming.
I’m lying here on this ward in Hereford after spending 13 hours in A&E, and I honestly feel completely abandoned by the system that’s supposed to help me. I have a herniated disc, I can’t walk, I have no control over my own bodily functions, and yet I’m being told I’ll be sent home tomorrow. After everything I’ve been through, the only “treatment” I’ve had is painkillers. That’s it. No real intervention, no real plan just pills and a pat on the back.
I’ve been told I can’t even be considered for surgery until I have physio… but how am I supposed to do physio when I can’t walk? I have 3 children to care for and a job to do? I’m 35 years old, I served 13 years as a paratrooper, pushed my body to its limits for this country, and now when I genuinely need help, I’m being handed the cheapest, least effective option and shoved out the door.
I feel completely let down. I’ve lost all faith in this system. I’m upset, I’m scared, and I’m seriously disappointed that this is the level of care I’m receiving. I expected better anyone would. Instead, I’m being discharged with nothing but painkillers and false hope. This isn’t care. It doesn’t even feel like compassion. It feels like being written off. Sent this to my local MP but thought you might have some connections could help me out