Tobias Ellwood MP
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Conservative MP for Bournemouth East. Promoted by Tobias Ellwood at Moordown Conservative Club, Balfour Rd, Bournemouth BH9 2AZ.
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Absolute shame on this man.
Of all the images to emerge over these few testing days I find this one of most abhorrent.
Please help identify him.
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If correct and DOMINIC CUMMINGS is formally involved in reviewing the UK’s defence and security architecture then he should be subject to the same parliamentary scrutiny as ministers, military personnel and the civil service.
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Slightly unfair - I agreed to come on
@GMB
tomorrow and you denied me!
Piers - let’s keep it real.
UPDATE: We can’t get a single Tory MP to come on
@GMB
tomorrow to defend their Government.
There are 365 of them.
Has there ever been a more gutless bunch of cowards in the history of Parliament?
One of you grow a pair - we’ll take any of you.
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If we are to ultimately defeat Putin we require international leadership and unity.
Comparing the Ukrainian people's fight against Putin's tyranny to the British people voting for Brexit damages the standard of statecraft we were beginning to exhibit.
Boris Johnson compares Ukraine to Brits 'wanting to be free' by choosing Brexit in conference speech
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I see the Dead Cat Committee has met again…
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A quiet shout for my older bossy brother Jonathan who had an annoying habit of stealing my Lego.
Born on this day 1965.
Killed in Bali in 2002.
Sister and I so miss you. But you will always live on in us.
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Please delete this post👇
Labour when you ask for their plans to tackle illegal migration.
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PM - Apologise please.
We claim to be the Mother of all Parliaments.
Let’s stop this drift towards a Trumpian style of politics from becoming the norm.
We are better than this.
What happened to Keir Starmer tonight outside parliament is appalling. It is really important for our democracy & for his security that the false Savile slurs made against him are withdrawn in full.
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SANCTIONS work.
They dry up PUTIN’s ability to fund his war.
But Ukraine rightly asks:
why are these French/German brands still trading with Russia?
🇫🇷 Leroy Merlin
🇫🇷 Danone,
🇫🇷 Auchan,
🇫🇷 Crédit Agricole,
🇩🇪 Volkswagen
🇩🇪 BMW
🇩🇪 Mercedes
🇩🇪 Adidas
Let’s change this.
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We say NO to tasking the NATO alliance - but now endorse UK civilians, with no military training, to go and fight in Ukraine!
Please do NOT go if you have no combat experience.
You may get yourself and others who have to look after you, killed.
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👇
I hope common sense will prevail.
King Charles is a globally respected voice on the environment and climate change.
His attendance would add serious authority to the British delegation.
Can we really go from hosting COP26 to benching soft power at COP27?
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I should not have to rebel against my own Government to support the international moral high ground.
It should be our default position.
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Apologies for missing key vote.
Air travel chaos, after meet with the Moldova President, prevented return. Saddened to lose the whip.
I carry on - good to be in ODESA and meet the impressive Mil Governor Marchenko to seek ways of re-opening the port & get that vital grain out.
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An extraordinary 24 hours in Parliament.
It’s time to stop drinking the Kool-Aid.
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RAF vets who help train the Chinese should LOSE British citizenship.
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Unamended I cannot support this Bill.
Let’s secure Brexit-but remember what we stand for.
Already this Bill is damaging brand UK, diminishing our role-model status as defender of global standards. As we go to the wire let’s see more British statecraft-less Nixonian Madman Theory
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Remember your SUN TZU:
The supreme art of war ...
is to subdue the enemy without fighting.
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Irresponsible.
Global threats increasing, Navy overstretched. Here we are squaring up to a NATO ally as beneath the same sea increased Russian sub/ drone activity goes unchecked.
Our friends (US) watch in dismay. Our foes (China/Russia) in joy.
Let’s raise our game & get a deal
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The PM promised to publish the Sue Gray Report in full so Parliament and the British people could better appreciate the facts and draw their own conclusions.
If the PM fails to publish the report in full then he will no longer have my support.
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The Sue Gray Report:
When a PM is responsible for winning battles in the past - it is still our duty to ask if they are best placed to lead us to victory in battles to come.
My questions to colleagues today:
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As we seek to lead and inspire the nation through these challenging times -
how out of touch and void of humility does this make us look.👇
If you have spent the past three months claiming that the PM repeatedly lied, broke the law etc, today might be a good day to keep quiet.
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This is simply petty.
Biden commits to strengthening alliances and we engage in silly spats which will not help strengthen security and trade cooperation.
We are better than this.
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This response in London today has my full support.
Extinction Rebellion undermines its noble cause with such disruptive and illegal stunts.
Well done to the general public for swiftly standing as one, stepping forward & closing the incident down when individuals break the law.
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Let’s finally say it…
6 years on - no one voted for THIS Brexit.
Johnson, Frost, Hannan & Farage all argued to STAY in Thatcher’s Single Market - knowing it made economic sense.
Must we leave it to another political generation to fix Brexit?
My interview in the i👇
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PLEASE WATCH:
This moment on
@bbcquestiontime
sums up the madness of Labour’s Brexit position...
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AFGHANISTAN:
So many questions.
I repeat my call for a PUBLIC INQUIRY.
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👇This is clearly not who we are as a nation.
And is not how our migration system should operate.
I hope the Government will look at this case specifically and address the wider issue of how an Afghan (who supported UK Armed Forces) can safely apply for asylum in the UK.
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Let’s make it clear now:
ANY deliberate damage causing potential radiation leak to a Ukrainian nuclear reactor would be a breach of NATO’s Article 5.
@thetimes
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Of course it’s connected to BREXIT👇
Our current BREXIT model resulted in an end to travel freedoms.
But as they weren’t replaced with new ones - processing takes longer - hence the delays.
To compound matters -in Nov finger print scans begin.
Hence we need a BREXIT upgrade!
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UKRAINE REFUGEES:
Can we fix this?
Sorry to report that
@ukhomeoffice
is refusing entry to Ukrainians at Paris Gare du Nord seeking to join family in UK because they don’t have a visa. And not being helped to apply for a visa. If there even is one.
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I’m genuinely sorry to read this.
No. 10 was losing its way and it was important to call this out - knowing we can and must do better.
Jacob Rees-Mogg arguing Ukraine and the cost of living crisis is a sign there’s a new seriousness in politics which exposes ‘partygate’ for the “fluff” that it was
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Thank you for what you did.
An incredible effort.
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I’m beginning to believe there’s a ‘Dead Cat Committee’ in No.10 spewing out a regular drumbeat of sensationalist headlines.
It’s not about numbers, but outputs & productivity - the engine driving wider inspirational policy objectives that thematically sit together as a vision.
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If this candidates list keeps growing - I might be the only one voting!
I would recommend the 1922 Ctte raise the threshold of nominations required to allow a swifter conclusion without losing responsible scrutiny.
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A total disgrace to learn 100s of British troops & families are without heating & hot water - told instead to use Army sleeping bags to stay warm this winter.
We call on them to step in during the strikes - but fail to provide basic standards in MOD run accommodation.
Shocking.
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Miss you brother.
Jon Ellwood, teacher, killed on this day in Bali 2002.
My daily reminder of our duty to stand up to bad.
@realDonaldTrump
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I cannot believe this is now the sum of our new foreign policy to hold the Taliban to account:
‘Applying sanctions and holding back ODA’.
This will not prevent a civil war - nor deter the Taliban from imposing a ruthless interpretation of Sharia law.
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No Thank you.
Britain is a nation that upholds and defends international laws and treaties.
We do not run away from them.
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Bournemouth Beach Today:
Let’s not forget the pandemic is far from over.
Rules may be relaxing but restrictions remain in place for a reason.
If they are ignored and the R value rises then tougher lockdown rules will return. Let’s stay alert to the dangers of COVID-19.
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As Johnson has walked, some may say that today's vote no longer matters.
It does.
The nation is, itself, judging the collective conscience of Parliament.
I urge colleagues not to abstain but to vote in support of this report.
We must restore confidence & trust in democracy.
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‘MAJOR INCIDENT’ declared in BOURNEMOUTH - pls stay away.
With 1/2 million visitors in Dorset, roads are gridlocked, hindering emergency vehicles & beaches are full - with Dispersal Orders on both piers.
I’ve asked Police Minister to dispatch additional police if Dorset requests
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UK TANKS TO POLAND
The right call to help backfill Polish tanks now heading to Ukraine.
I recall a jolly exchange with the PM (pre-invasion) on why our own tank numbers should NOT be cut.
As Russian aggression increase demands on our Army I hope these cuts will now be reversed
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Cooked a banana cake yesterday. Told my son it will be ready in 20 mins - according to the cookbook.
It took 30.
It was a big decision - honouring the cookbook or take more time to get the right result.
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PARLIAMENT RECALL:
I called for this recall so we can debate our biggest foreign policy failure in a generation.
Now I learn it will be a
ONE LINE WHIP…
Without a vote we will simply confirm that:
UK foreign policy is missing in action.
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Exactly:
We have around 1,000,000 vets over the age of 75.
#letsrethinkthis
So we’re going to make D-Day veterans pay £154 for their TV licences? What an absolute disgrace. Shame on you, BBC.
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My article: Brexit upgrade:
As Parliamentarians we’ve a duty to scrutinise, provoke thought & even think outside the box (👇) as we seek to improve policy in the national interest.
I fully accept some ideas fly others do not!
All should be welcome to stimulate healthy debate.
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CUTTING THE AID BUDGET?
I will not support this.
It’s shortsighted in failing to appreciate how well targeted aid can strengthen relationships & open up new markets-thus helping the Treasury.
Cutting aid also fuels instability which impacts on the UK. Let’s think strategically.
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BOURNEMOUTH IN TIER 2
With only 160 cases per 100k
I’m puzzled to see us placed in this tier which will cause further hardship for our hospitality industry.
I will NOT be supporting the Gov’s motion to introduce this next week.
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The future is here...
Machines taking over from humans.
This company also does Amazon deliveries, missile defence systems and Brexit negotiations.
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UK RESPONSE TO LEBANON:
This is our hospital ship RFA ARGUS.
With Beirut hospitals overwhelmed (injured being treated in car parks) this asset should be part of our support offered to Lebanon.
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Appalling - pls delete 👇
We should be better than this.
I’ve called it out on my own side for stooping low and do so again now.
As democracy erodes globally we are still seen as a democratic exemplar.
Not if this is becomes the norm and it puts people off entering politics.
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Remembering PC Keith Palmer.
Who gave his life, in the line of duty, six years ago today.
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GOVERNMENT is entering the most complex phase of biggest emergency since WW2.
But the ship is being blown off course.
Time for a FORMAL ADDRESS from the Captain offering firm leadership, command & control to resolve setbacks, re-unite collective resolve & rebuild mission focus.
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Bali Bombing 2002.
20 years ago today.
Miss you brother.
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UPSKIRTING CRIMINAL OFFENCE BILL:
Could I distance myself from the actions of my Dorset colleague who blocked progress of this important Bill. His views are out of sink with the Party, Dorset & the country. We should have the courage to publicly call him out & seek an apology.
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A very powerful call from one of our most talented MPs calling for improved leadership & a grand economic plan.
We will lose the election if our policies appeal solely to our party base.
Our party wants inspired leadership & a clear vision to follow rather than being followed.
I have supported Boris Johnson for 15 years, for the London Mayoralty and for PM. Very sadly, I have written to him to say I can no longer do so, for the reasons set out below.
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This is a fake pic Andrew…
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Agreed.
The Good Friday Accords are the bedrock of peace in Northern Ireland and a beacon of hope for the world. Ensuring there is no physical border between the Irish Republic and Northern Ireland is necessary for upholding this landmark agreement, which transformed Northern Ireland.
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Brilliant
Commentator: “The wheels have fallen off in a specific and limited way”
#SpecificAndLimitedWay
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RECALL PARLIAMENT:
The effect of our dire decision to withdraw unfolds.
MPs should be recalled to vote (& be seen to vote) on whether we abandon the Afghan people and allow a new haven for terrorism or seek to lead an int’l coalition.
It’s a test of what Global Britain means.
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Bali Bombing -OTD: 2002
Growing up, my brother & I were inseparable. But in our teens we grew far apart. He became my sister’s soulmate-both teachers in int’l schools. I hoped we’d patch things up one day. Then he was gone.
Miss you brother. You do live on in little sister & me
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No matter what the odds have faith in achieving your goal...
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BELARUS:
Incredible footage of the KGB attempting the lift a protestor -but the people have other ideas. Tensions are rising.
The UK does not recognise Lukashenko’s presidency - as the situation escalates the West should think carefully about pre-empting any Russian aggression.
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#KeithPalmer
-Killed in the line of duty. There's a new star in the heavens with Keith's name on it. Love will always be stronger than hate
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BREXIT/DOVER QUEUES:
Agreed 👇
Blatantly claiming these queues are unrelated to BREXIT means we are either:
👉 in denial
👉or situationally naive
Neither inspires national confidence.
Let’s show greater political courage and address the shortfalls in our current Brexit model.
Happy to accept, as Downing Street says, that a “combination of factors” are at work in the horrendous, holiday-destroying delays at Dover. But the idea Brexit isn’t one of them is not credible.
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Getting tough with criminals -
Well done Met Police:
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Britain’s soft power & respected voice on the int’l stage comes from our duty & resolve to defend & uphold int’l laws.
This cannot change as we secure Brexit -otherwise our stance in holding China/Russia/ Iran etc to account & upgrading the rules based order is severely weakened.
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Delighted to be promoted to LIEUTENANT COLONEL as a reservist in 77 Brigade!
An honour to continue serving in Her Majesty’s Armed Forces- the most professional in the world.
Si vis pacem, para bellum.
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So I’m NOT invited to attend🤔
My Qs would be:
👉 Why are we not leveraging the strategic planning /3C skills that MOD offers in crises?
👉 Why was no single SITUATION CENTRE established?
👉 DC is clearly critical to you. Agree an indep inquiry so Gov’s focus returns to mission?
Looking forward to asking PM questions at the LIAISON COMMITTEE meeting taking place tomorrow at 14.00hrs.
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Seven years ago today:
The horrific Westminster terrorist attack.
Thoughts and prayers for brave PC Keith Palmer and so many other innocent lives lost on that tragic day.
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HONG KONG/NPC
The West cannot watch idly by & see CHINA trample over the sole bastion of democracy which the UK helped establish.
China has given up all pretence of honouring its ‘one country two systems’ promise.
I predict another Tiananmen Sq if we ignore where this is heading
On Thursday, China proposed security laws that could effectively subvert Hong Kong’s remaining freedoms and bring it under full Chinese control. Here are some basic questions and answers on China’s action and the possible repercussions.
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And I had you down as an undecided!
PS: One day you might stand for chair of a Select Committee... no doubt seeking cross party support...
Tories trying to get me to vote for them onto select committees...
Lol that’s not me 😂🚮
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Rejoin (Thatcher’s) Single Market?
Even 2/3 of Express readers believe this is how to improve Brexit and boost our economy.
No wonder Farage, Frost and Johnson originally supported outcome!
Time for political courage.
Let’s put the nation’s interests first.
@Daily_Express
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Please can we STOP referencing WW3 to justify dismissal of tactical options.
It exudes weakness, a lack of self-confidence and the absence of the Cold War statecraft skills that illustrate our grasp of the escalatory ladder.
It also emboldens Putin to commit more war crimes.
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I hope the FCDO will clarify this position.
It was not the approach I took as Foreign Minister for the Middle East.
We have a duty of care to ALL Britons travelling abroad who may consular support.
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I’m glad you said this Julia.
Even as a staunch Brexiteer, this is totally cringe from
@BorisJohnson
. Comparing the vote to leave the EU with the Ukrainian people fighting for their lives against a foreign invader is an insult to their bravery and sacrifice.
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MOD MAIN BUILDING.
Usually quieter over the Xmas break - but check out the RAF office:
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PREVENTING NO DEAL:
The penny is dropping, the tide is turning, the dam is breaking.
Choose your metaphor- if there’s no Parliamentary agreement soon, more and more colleagues are calling for an Art 50 extension rather than crashing out without a deal.
Three senior ministers say it is clear that a majority of MPs will seek to delay Brexit in a bid to prevent a 'disastrous' no-deal
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China attempted to cover up the initial COVID-19 outbreak.
It’s made no effort to identify who ‘patient zero’ was.
It’s daily ‘official’ figures leave more questions than answers.
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A truly horrible day.
Today we remember PC Palmer who was murdered on this day in 2017. We were honoured to placed our memorials to his sacrifice in Westminster & Parliament Sq. Our thoughts are with Keith’s family
#HowQuicklyTheyForget
#PoliceFamily
#HonouringThoseWhoServe
@metpoliceuk
@UKParliament
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My joint OP ED with in
@thetimes
with
@SenTomCotton
UK and US should form new strategic alliance to stand up to China’s alternative global vision.
#AtlanticCharter2
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A NO DEAL would not just harm our economy & international reputation but also impact on the 🇬🇧🇺🇸 Special Relationship.
Western resolve is about to re-group & confront the growing global threats we face.
Let’s work hard to secure a way out of this impasse so we can step up too.
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Our world is suddenly on pause.
All our thoughts, love and prayers are with Her Majesty.
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FM The Lord Bramall: 95 Today
Join me in wishing this amazing man & fellow Green Jacket, who landed on the Normandy beaches, received an MC in Holland a year later, served in our special forces, commanded the British Army and then the entire Armed Forces -
a very happy birthday!
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RE-TASK OUR CARRIER
As Kabul falls & with the threat picture changing fast - the Queen Elizabeth should return to the Indian Ocean so our F35’s can help with the evac if required.
Little point in having such hard power if it’s in the wrong place at the wrong time.
@HMSQNLZ
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👇 I agree.
It would allow more time for MPs to scrutinise candidates’ vision, ideas and manifestos - aimed at securing national support - not just from our party base.
This summer’s blue on blue did not help the Party’s brand and should not be repeated.
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Please follow
@AuschwitzMuseum
👇
as it seeks to secure 750,000 followers by January 2020 and commemorates the 75th anniversary of the camp's liberation.
We must NEVER forget.
1 November 1941 | A Jewish salesman Siegfried Korn perished in the
#Auschwitz
camp. He was born in Brno on 23 December 1888. He was registered in the camp as a Polish Jew on 24 October 1941. He received number 22077. He was 52 years old.
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A salute to our Armed Forces:
As we say our final farewell to Her Majesty, let’s also give thanks to our magnificent military that made this day such a memorable occasion.
The scale and splendour of their performance did the Queen and indeed the nation proud.
Thank you.
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UKRAINE:
Incredible scenes of defiance with Molotov Cocktails.
Time to upgrade UK’s lethal weapons support so they can do this at range.
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“Tower, this is GHOST RIDER -requesting a flyby.”
“Negative, GHOST RIDER, this is a British ship - none of that nonsense please. Be a good chap - just set her down and pop in for a cup of tea.”
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Wonderful to see Team🇬🇧 at the opening ceremony of the
@InvictusGamesNL
It was the highest honour, as Defence Minister, to be directly involved in the 2017 Toronto & 2018 Sydney games.
Full tribute to Prince Harry. This is his creation, his inspiration. Long may it continue.
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ON THIS DAY:
The 2002 Bali Bombing
Miss you Brother.
But you, your energy, your spirit, your smile, your good, lives on - every day, in little sister and me.
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A QUEEN ELIZABETH BANK HOLIDAY
In recognition of the late Queen’s incredible lifetime service to the nation I believe it would be a fitting tribute to proclaim one of our bank holidays ‘Elizabeth Day’.
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CHINA RE-SET:
We must now concede:
Beijing has not embraced Western values as originally hoped and today pursues a competing political ideology to the West.
This demands a review of our foreign policy towards a more robust position.
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