SirJohnCurtice
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Today is the day. In some countries people don’t get this opportunity or freedom to vote.Some are fighting for peace, democracy, equality and safety. The opportunity to walk into a polling station unhindered by war, intimidation or the impact of weather events is our right.
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I have seen a shift in the style of questioning in this #election2024 campaign. Tactics have changed and i’m impressed by @KayBurley @vicderbyshire @bbclaurak @MattBarbet @SamCoatesSky not allowing spin and messaging to blindside journalists. British TV the finest in the world.
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@liarpoliticianz @afneil Thank you for your views. I am.sad Andrew is no longer doing the weekly political grillings on television.
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What is the safest seat in the UK parliament?.Created by the Redistribution of Seats Act 1885, Liverpool Walton has been held by the Labour Party since the 1964 general election, and is the party's safest seat by size of majority.
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Televised election debates in the UK, which began in 2010, have seen varying levels of viewership and impact over the years. There seems to be no.major impact on the polls at this stage following last nights ITV event.
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In the competition for the Brian Walden.fierce political interviewer.award. I think @KayBurley is winning.so far with the style of questioning fit for a barrister. #election2024.
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Can journalists and broadcasters please avoid “xxx will get the keys to Downing Street” there are no keys, there’s no keyhole. The door is locked from the inside. #election2024.
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In terms of vote share, the Conservatives are at the moment heading for their worst performance since the First World War. The Conservatives may not even quite reach their lowest ever number of seats in the House of Commons which was 156 all the way back in 1906.
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British Airways executive clubs members will be a bit like Spurs from April. As far away from Silver as you could possibly be. #britishairways #britishairwaysclub #executiveclub.
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Election Night Tradition UK general elections are known for their overnight counts, where results are often declared in the early hours, leading to all-night election broadcasts on television.
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This is very impressive Aggregating Predictions for the General Election seat by seat across all the polls
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The record for the most elections won by a single MP in the UK is held by Sir Winston Churchill Churchill won a total of 21 elections during his political career, which spanned from 1900 to 1964. His remarkable career included serving as the MP for multiple constituencies.
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The lowest majority in modern times occurred in the 97’ election. Mark Oaten won the Winchester constituency with a majority of just 2 votes over Gerry Malone. - Mark Oaten (Liberal Democrat):** 26,100 votes.- Gerry Malone (Conservative):** 26,098 votes.- Majority:2 votes.
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Why does every scandal in British life have to be followed by the word “GATE? surely we can be more imaginative. #betgate.
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@LukeTryl @adamboultonTABB @British_Airways An easyjet plus card for about £250 gives you almost the same benefits flying across Europe as having to spend thousands for the same benefits (but not flights that are on time.with BA). This is really playing into the hands of carriers like Easyjet.
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V worrying for the family of Michael Mosley an excellent doctor and writer. I hope he is found safe and well.
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The highest share of the vote received by Labour in a general election was 48.8% in 1951, when the Conservatives won the most seats despite polling fewer votes. In 1997, Labour’s 418 seats were the highest ever number for a single party.
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The Brian Walden memorial political interviewing award should also reflect the interviewing skills of @BethRigby and @vicderbyshire who have both been superb in their questioning of leaders. #election2024.
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Oldest Constituency The constituency of Norwich has been represented in the UK Parliament since 1298, making it one of the oldest continuous constituencies.
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@FlySWISS why a small Helvetic 2x2 configuration aircraft from Dublin to Zurich. It is a two hour full flight and nobody can get their luggage in the overhead lockers. 3x3 on the way out?.
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#JohnPrescott was truly a man of the people and loved by his constituents with a sense of fun and passion. He is one of the last of the great beasts of politics over the past 40 decades.
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@EmmaKennedy Pictures at Taylor Swift concerts don’t impact the polls or voting. It may be the guy just needs a rest after several week campaigning 18 hours a day.
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@BBCsarahsmith One of the latest Boroughmuir alumni to be a huge success. Many congratulations.
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@AngelaRayner Today is the day. In some countries people don’t get this opportunity or freedom to vote.Some are fighting for peace, democracy, equality and safety. The opportunity to walk into a polling station unhindered by war, intimidation or the impact of weather events is our right.
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When are the general election results announced? Hour-by-hour timings.
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1. Harold Wilson (1964)The Labour Party is a moral crusade or it is nothing.". 2. Margaret Thatcher Where there is discord, may we bring harmony. Where there is error, may we bring truth. Where there is doubt, may we bring faith. And where there is despair, may we bring hope.".
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How ironic. The woman who leads the German AFD party calling for mass deportation is in fact NOT living in Germany or paying tax there. She lives in Zurich, Switzerland! #alicewiedel or #AliceFuerDeutschland is in fact living 691km from Berlin. As a non German tax resident!.
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If Labour is seen as a sure winner, some voters might believe that the election is a foregone conclusion. This can demotivate not only Labour supporters but also the opposition, who might feel their efforts won't change the outcome.
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We are still a few weeks away from polling day. Labour are still considerably ahead and that’s without last nights leaders debate. 5.5 million tuned in which is a small part of the electorate.
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For the Many, Not the Few 2017) Labour Party.Used by Jeremy Corbyn's Labour Party, this slogan emphasized social justice and redistribution of wealth, resonating with many voters and leading to a significant increase in Labour's share of the vote, though they lost the election.
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The largest lead for the Labour Party in UK history occurred in the immediate aftermath of WWII. In the run-up to the 1945 election, Labour enjoyed a substantial lead over the Conservative Party. During this period, Labour's lead in some polls was as high as 20-30 % points.
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@ChrisMasonBBC @itn @CapitalOfficial @IRNRadioNews He was a top radio journalist able to turn around copy in a flash and that voice. Rich tones of Liverpool but the authority of one of the American greats like Cronkite or Rather.
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The US TV networks seem to know how to manage and moderate debates. What I’ve seen so far from the BBC and ITV is experimentation. They should have learned from previous experiences.
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Why does Keir Starmer repeatedly mention his father's occupation as a toolmaker and his mother's profession as a nurse in debates? It's all about connecting with real people through real stories. This approach helps dilute any elitist message, making it more relatable.
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One of the most significant defeats in UK election history is often considered to be the Labour Party's loss in the 1983 general election. Under the leadership of Michael Foot, Labour suffered a landslide defeat to the Conservative Party led by Margaret Thatcher.
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How can it be that #newswatch a show about @BBCNews can’t find someone from BBC News to comment on the show about people criticising their coverage of the #FarmersProtest2024 It is utterly bewildering. What do they have to hide?.
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The Conservative Party has managed to come back from being significantly down in the polls in the past. A notable instance occurred in the lead-up to the 1992 general election. John Major, were trailing Labour by a substantial margin in the polls, often by around 20 points.
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Several UK election slogans have stood out over the years for their impact and effectiveness. Here are some of the most powerful:.
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There are many polls being shared across social media. Which polls do you trust?.
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To combat voter apathy, political parties and civic organizations need to actively engage with the electorate, address their concerns, and make voting more accessible and relevant. This involves clear communication of policies, addressing voter concerns.
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Turnout Records The 1950 general election had the highest voter turnout in modern UK history, with 83.9% of eligible voters casting their ballots.
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Dead Voter Wins In the 2010 general election, a candidate named John Boakes was elected to the Wroxham Parish Council despite having passed away three days before the election. Voters were unaware of his death, and he received more votes than the living candidates.
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3. Tony Blair (1997) A new dawn has broken, has it not?". 4. **David Cameron (2010)**: "Together, we can bring real change to our country.". 5. **Theresa May (2017)**: "The country is coming together, but Westminster is not.". 6. **Boris Johnson (2019)**: "Get Brexit Done.
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In the past, voters could indicate their choice by marking an "X" next to their preferred candidate. However, as long as the voter's intention is clear, other marks such as ticks or even a smiley face can be accepted.
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@CarolineLucas It worked v well in Zurich and cleared up their massive drug problem in the 90’s.
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Get Brexit Done (2019) - Conservative Party Boris Johnson's slogan for the 2019 general election capitalized on voter fatigue over the prolonged Brexit process, promising a resolution and a return to normalcy. This clear and focused message helped the Conservatives win.
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@joepike She went to a state school one of the best in Scotland- Boroughmuir. She has worked incredibly hard as a lawyer and KC. Hardly nepotism.
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Polling Station Locations UK polling stations have been located in unusual places, including pubs, caravans, and even a launderette.
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@TorbaySgt I was in Spain and Switzerland recently on holiday. Both services are routinely armed. It seems a greater level of respect and in some.cases fear is afforded to the Police. Possibly because they know they wouldn’t get away with this behaviour, guns or not!.
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Surprising Winner In 1981, the town of Southport elected Terry Fields as an MP. Fields, a firefighter, ran as a candidate for the Militant Tendency, a Marxist group within the Labour Party, and later served jail time for refusing to pay the poll tax.
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@danwootton Are we looking at the same polls? are they approved by the British Polling Council. Have you recently visited @Specsavers because this may help you get some clarity :
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don’t be surprised if these two were kidnapped the entire Tv drama.and comedy output of at least three channels would grind to a halt. Walker alone has played NINE detectives.
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Spoiled Ballots In the 2005 general election, over 188,000 ballots were spoiled, including some with creative protest messages or drawings.
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@polcurrency @edballs Nobody gets the keys to number ten because it’s opened and locked from the inside.
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New Labour, New Britain" (1997) - Labour Party. This slogan encapsulated Tony Blair's campaign to modernize the Labour Party and offered a fresh start for the country. It played a significant role in Labour's landslide victory.
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Take Back Control" (2016) - Vote Leave Campaign (EU Referendum). Although not a general election slogan, this phrase was central to the Brexit campaign, emphasizing national sovereignty and resonating with many voters' desire for change.
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#onhermajestyssecretservice there is a reason why George Lazenby didn’t survive long as a #jamesbond he was a ham actor! it is an awful film with terrible wooden acting.
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A brilliant brilliant man and star. Much loved. #henkpotts.
Thanks to @henkpotts Director of Research & Investments for Barclays, for an excellent update on the global economy & some interesting investment advice this morning
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We are the most important voters in British politics. With four weeks to go, this is what we think
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Labour Isn't Working" (1979) - Conservative Party. This slogan, accompanied by a striking poster showing a long unemployment queue, was highly effective in highlighting the economic struggles of the time and helped Margaret Thatcher's Conservative Party to a decisive victory.
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@Kevin_Maguire @Telegraph We have sent in 55 letters to stop the book being serialised further.
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Voter Turnout Records, The highest voter turnout in a UK general election was in 1950, with 83.9% of eligible voters casting their ballots. The lowest was in 1918, with only 57.2% turnout, likely due to World War I.
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Unopposed Victory In some cases, candidates have been elected unopposed. For instance, in 1959, 25 MPs were returned to the House of Commons without opposition.
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@HackneyAbbott @PenguinUKBooks Looking forward to reading it Dianne. You have been an incredible parliamentarian.
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Young MP Mhairi Black became the youngest MP in the House of Commons since 1667 when she was elected at the age of 20 in 2015, representing the Scottish National Party (SNP).
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@cathynewman @TimesRadio There’s no gas shortage. They.say this every year. It’s a scare tactic. It will NEVER be minus 20!.
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The implications of today's French local elections are significant: they could reshape the landscape ahead of the 2027 election, test the popularity of Macron's party, and influence key policy directions on issues like immigration, economy, and climate change at the local level.
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@jackfifield @LouHaigh Why no automatic renewal or at least a.reminder? I know I got a reminder when my railcard ran out.
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@BladeoftheS Michael Caine has lived in the UK for 30 years. He’s in Scott’s in Mayfair at least twice a week.
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We know political leaders have been trained to within an inch of their lives. How can presenters on political programmes counter those skillsets? eg constantly over talking and shouting at presenters? #election2024.
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@bbcquestiontime How much at this stage are the respective parties relying on polling to direct their campaigns versus on the ground intelligence? and do you think there are too many pollsters?.
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