I was sent this today from a new subscriber to the magazine who I connected with through a mutual friend we featured here last year, Keith Ordinary Guy. The article was entitled a War on the Poor, UK? and you can read the full article here. Keith has since consolidated one year of his letters to Number 10 into a Kindle book which is available for sale here. I think you'll agree the Perspective on Independence is very interesting indeed and one we're very unlikely to hear blaring out the boxes in the living room. Take your time to digest the information contained in it and ponder what it really means both for you and for the people of Scotland as they take their vote in September. Is this vote really just about Scotland and England or will a YES vote be a vote for our World?
Here you go...from David Abrahams-Edley
"Have any of you been wondering about the rabid, threatening, nonsensical, erratic and bullying behaviour of our elected representatives in Westminster of all main parties with regards to Scottish independence? There is a very real reason for it.
When you see 'Crown' used officially do you think this is the Monarchy - or agents acting on behalf of the Queen? If you are you will be in for a shock. Since the Treaty of Union in 1707 with Scotland the 'Crown' in law has been The Bank of England. Prior to the Union the Scots were bankrupted by the English Parliament - the English made it unlawful to trade with anyone who was connected to the Darien Colony. This was a Scottish Colony in what is now Panama. This bullying effectively forced the Scots into Union. The deal was that England would pay off Scotland's debts and make its establishment rich in return for one Parliament and one nation. The Bank of England paid for this by creating a national debt that was designed never to be paid back. And in return it demanded conditions. The new Parliament would issue statute separately from the common law codes using trade law - the law of the sea (maritime code). The debt would be underwritten with the population as collateral - it wasn't just the Scots that were 'bought and sold for English gold'. At this point the Crown in law became the Bank of England and it resurrected an abolished post - the Rememberancer, to sit in the House of Commons at the right hand of the speaker - the only unelected office in the House. The purpose of this was to vet and press legislation in the interests of the country's creditor. The first two items of statute under maritime code being the Act(s) of Union.
If the Treaty of Union is reversed - then the Bank of England is no longer the Crown in Law. The crown in law will revert to the Queen. All products of the Treaty will no longer stand and the national debt, as a product of this instrument cannot exist. EVERY ACT OF PARLIAMENT, STATUTORY INSTRUMENT AND BYE LAW CREATED UNDER STATUTE SINCE 1707 IS A PRODUCT OF THIS TREATY and as such will be null an void - Think about this - maritime code is by consent (although most people don't know how not to consent to it) - and it is about control and punishment rather than holding society together - as in common law. The Crown as the Bank of England makes interest out of its collateral through the courts - which are built as a vessel (you sit in the dock) the judge sits at the bridge (bench) and a court case is 'abandoned' if it cannot continue - just like a ship. When you see the word crown - because of the Acts of Union - this means the Bank of England, as in Crown Estates, Crown Colonies, Crown Courts - the crown v... All of the is overturned if Scotland goes independent. When the Prime Minister, who works on behalf of the Bank of England - his real title is First Lord of the Treasury - talks about the 'interests of the City of London' - he is not talking about the benefit of the UK, he is acknowledging that he is not carrying out his job for the benefit of the electorate but for his creditors - the whole thing is double talk. The best deception is the one that is right in front of your eyes.
Parliament is sovereign in statute. But our statute is a product of a Treaty that will no longer exist. Statute is a legal instrument and there is a world of difference between legal and lawful. So Parliament will have no power or authority and our law will revert to the Common law. The establishment that has used statute for 300 years to shore up its wealth and power base will no longer have this. And they cannot rewrite and reintroduce these statutes because maritime code is by consent and given a choice who would consent to this shit? Because our law has its routes in the common law it would take years to reinstate and an English Parliament would have no authority to carry out this lawmaking function, because its authority also derives from a product of a Treaty that will no longer exist.
We are in uncharted territory here. This is the real reason that the establishment is shitting itself over Scottish independence.
David Abrahams-Edley
Sunday, 16 February 2014
Wednesday, 29 January 2014
Keep the UK Frack Free!
This is a big deal: Cameron’s mighty fracking PR machine appears to be not so mighty after all. The latest poll on public support for fracking is continuing to decline.
It looks like our opposition around the country to Cameron’s fracking plans is having an effect. However it’s only the start of a long journey and we can’t afford to rest on our laurels.
Did you hear? Not only does David Cameron want to bribe our councils to permit fracking, but he’s also trying to change laws which are hundreds of years old in order to drill under our homes - without our permission.
After hitting our local councils with endless budget cuts, Cameron’s now tempting them into dirty fracking deals by offering financial incentives that could be worth millions. He’s also trying to undermine the tens of thousands who’ve said no to fracking under their homes by overhauling ancient trespass laws.
Tell Cameron the UK is not for fracking
Planning applications from fracking companies go to local councils for approval. In a move that reeks of desperation, Cameron’s announced they can keep 100% of business taxes from fracking operations rather than 50% as before. If fracking is as great as Cameron claims, why does he need to offer bribes?
Before you despair, there is some good news. There are calls for these dodgy deals to be investigated by the EU. Also, some councils have made public announcements saying they won’t be bribed, including Hampshire, Bath, Somerset, North East Somerset, Herefordshire, the London Borough of Waltham Forest, and Cheshire East in George Osborne’s constituency.
Other councils are likely to follow if we come together to make our voices heard. Nearly 75,000 of us have already signed the petition calling on Cameron to keep the UK frack-free. It’s the biggest anti-fracking petition in the UK, supported by a coalition of environmental groups. But with an election coming up we must make sure this grows even bigger so it becomes impossible to ignore how deeply unpopular this is.
Demand Cameron keeps the UK frack free
Work continues at a local level to block individual applications. If you include your postcode in the petition we can let you know about anything planned in your area. In the meantime, we must also pile pressure on at the top, so please sign and share the petition today.
PS France has banned fracking so Cameron has invited French owned energy company, Total, to frack over here. Tell him what’s not ok in France, is not ok here either.
Thanks,
Lawrence
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It looks like our opposition around the country to Cameron’s fracking plans is having an effect. However it’s only the start of a long journey and we can’t afford to rest on our laurels.
Did you hear? Not only does David Cameron want to bribe our councils to permit fracking, but he’s also trying to change laws which are hundreds of years old in order to drill under our homes - without our permission.
After hitting our local councils with endless budget cuts, Cameron’s now tempting them into dirty fracking deals by offering financial incentives that could be worth millions. He’s also trying to undermine the tens of thousands who’ve said no to fracking under their homes by overhauling ancient trespass laws.
Tell Cameron the UK is not for fracking
Planning applications from fracking companies go to local councils for approval. In a move that reeks of desperation, Cameron’s announced they can keep 100% of business taxes from fracking operations rather than 50% as before. If fracking is as great as Cameron claims, why does he need to offer bribes?
Before you despair, there is some good news. There are calls for these dodgy deals to be investigated by the EU. Also, some councils have made public announcements saying they won’t be bribed, including Hampshire, Bath, Somerset, North East Somerset, Herefordshire, the London Borough of Waltham Forest, and Cheshire East in George Osborne’s constituency.
Other councils are likely to follow if we come together to make our voices heard. Nearly 75,000 of us have already signed the petition calling on Cameron to keep the UK frack-free. It’s the biggest anti-fracking petition in the UK, supported by a coalition of environmental groups. But with an election coming up we must make sure this grows even bigger so it becomes impossible to ignore how deeply unpopular this is.
Demand Cameron keeps the UK frack free
Work continues at a local level to block individual applications. If you include your postcode in the petition we can let you know about anything planned in your area. In the meantime, we must also pile pressure on at the top, so please sign and share the petition today.
PS France has banned fracking so Cameron has invited French owned energy company, Total, to frack over here. Tell him what’s not ok in France, is not ok here either.
Thanks,
Lawrence
We don't accept any money from companies or governments so we can be independent and challenge anyone who threatens the planet or peace. To help us keep fighting climate change, defending our oceans and protecting ancient forests, you can make a regular donation by direct debit. Thank you
Greenpeace Ltd, Canonbury Villas, London N1 2PN (registered in London no 1314381, VAT registration no 625951426)
10 Enlightening Quotes from "Behind the Closed Doors of the Vatican
This is a great video, taking you on a journey "Behind the Closed Doors of the Vatican" where some secrets are revealed and we get the opportunity to peer into the minds of those who live and preach there. I've picked a selection that I feel raise questions or provide insights into life at the Vatican. Once you watch the video, feel free to come back and share your favourites or discuss some of the contents in more detail.
"An entire nation created to serve God and led by one man. Vatican city is a secluded state, shrouded in mystery....As leader his power is absolute, after all under (Catholic) doctrine it comes directly from God."
"Peter died here. He was crucified here. His blood soaked the dirt of this hill." Cardinal Angelo Comastri rather gleefully reports.
"We are not relating to the Holy See from the perspective of relating to a religious institution, the focus is on foreign policy." Miguel Diaz US Ambassador to the Holy See
"The Pope is capable of influencing the World's 1.1 billion Catholics, who live in every corner of the globe. that makes him a powerful ally"
"The bright red symbolises the blood they're willing to spill in service of the Holy Father."
"It's very relaxed. Of course you go in dressed in cassock and you usually kiss the Pope's ring." Cardinal John Patrick Foley. Surely I'm not the only one sniggering here!
"The papacy becomes the plaything of these huge families from throughout Italy."Dr Christopher Bellitto
"They made Paris Hilton look like a pauper."
"The Vatican measures its own wealth, not in money, but in souls."
"In a culture that values celebrity, the Pope becomes a celebrity."
Rashelle Reid
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Thursday, 16 January 2014
Nuclear Train Crash at Silverdale
Marianne Birkby Reports from Silverdale, UK
Last time Silverdale was in the news was the BBC’s wildlife programme Autumn Watch. Today it is in the news because the same area experienced a nuclear waste train crashing into a car on a level crossing. The car traveled for around 300 metres stuck underneath the train. Thankfully the passengers in the car had got out before the train arrived. No one was reported as being injured (in the short term) apart from the understandably traumatised nuclear train driver. The “train remained upright” and was carrying empty flasks. However it is not just the flasks loaded with spent fuel that are cause for concern. The National Radiological Protection Board has pointed out that empty flasks and even the trains carrying them have been found to be radioactively contaminated on arrival at a nuclear plant for loading with spent fuel**. The only reason the spent fuel is loaded on trains to travel through towns and villages to Sellafield is because of continued reprocessing. The nuclear industry is excellent at dislocating cause from effect and illnesses resulting from nuclear flasks hurtling around the country towards Sellafield to reprocess spent fuel that no- one wants, may ( or may not) take years to manifest. Collateral damage to keep the nuclear industry on track?
*http://www.lancasterguardian.co.uk/news/empty-nuclear-train-crashes-into-car-at-silverdale-level-crossing-1-6373751
http://www.thewestmorlandgazette.co.uk/news/10937169.PICTURE_from_the_scene__Rail_line_re_opens_after_train_crashes_with_car_near_Silverdale/?ref=var_0
** pg 164 Nuclear Juggernaut the transport of radioactive materials by Martin Bond
Nuclear Juggernaut: The transport of radioactive materials (Energy and Infrastructure Set)
Nuclear Juggernaut: The transport of radioactive materials (Energy and Infrastructure Set)
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Stop and Contain – Reprocessing at Sellafield is Insane
http://mariannewildart.wordpress.com/2013/10/03/stop-and-contain-reprocessing-at-sellafield-is-insane/
Last time Silverdale was in the news was the BBC’s wildlife programme Autumn Watch. Today it is in the news because the same area experienced a nuclear waste train crashing into a car on a level crossing. The car traveled for around 300 metres stuck underneath the train. Thankfully the passengers in the car had got out before the train arrived. No one was reported as being injured (in the short term) apart from the understandably traumatised nuclear train driver. The “train remained upright” and was carrying empty flasks. However it is not just the flasks loaded with spent fuel that are cause for concern. The National Radiological Protection Board has pointed out that empty flasks and even the trains carrying them have been found to be radioactively contaminated on arrival at a nuclear plant for loading with spent fuel**. The only reason the spent fuel is loaded on trains to travel through towns and villages to Sellafield is because of continued reprocessing. The nuclear industry is excellent at dislocating cause from effect and illnesses resulting from nuclear flasks hurtling around the country towards Sellafield to reprocess spent fuel that no- one wants, may ( or may not) take years to manifest. Collateral damage to keep the nuclear industry on track?
*http://www.lancasterguardian.co.uk/news/empty-nuclear-train-crashes-into-car-at-silverdale-level-crossing-1-6373751
http://www.thewestmorlandgazette.co.uk/news/10937169.PICTURE_from_the_scene__Rail_line_re_opens_after_train_crashes_with_car_near_Silverdale/?ref=var_0
** pg 164 Nuclear Juggernaut the transport of radioactive materials by Martin Bond
Nuclear Juggernaut: The transport of radioactive materials (Energy and Infrastructure Set)
Nuclear Juggernaut: The transport of radioactive materials (Energy and Infrastructure Set)
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Stop and Contain – Reprocessing at Sellafield is Insane
http://mariannewildart.wordpress.com/2013/10/03/stop-and-contain-reprocessing-at-sellafield-is-insane/
Thursday, 2 January 2014
Is A.D.H.D. - A Fraud?
“ADHD is fraud intended to justify starting children on a life of drug addiction,”
Dr. Edward C. Hamlyn
Dr. Edward C. Hamlyn, a founding member of the Royal College of General Practitioners stated in 1998 Adding to this sentiment, psychiatrists Peter Breggin and Sami Timimi, both of whom oppose pathologizing the symptoms of ADHD, say that ADHD is more of a social construct than it is an objective “disorder.” Read more on Intellihub
Let's take a look at what a "Social Construct" is:
Dictionary.com..
Main Entry: social construct
Definition: a social mechanism, phenomenon, or category created and developed by society; a perception of an individual, group, or idea that is 'constructed' through cultural or social practice
In other words it describes a Subjective Experience of Reality based on people's opinions (perspective.)
What would an Objective Dis-order be?
objective
1, not influenced by personal feelings, interpretations, or prejudice; based on facts; unbiased: an objective opinion.
2. intent upon or dealing with things external to the mind rather than with thoughts or feelings, as a person or a book.
7.being the object of perception or thought; belonging to the object of thought rather than to the thinking subject (opposed to subjective ).
8.of or pertaining to something that can be known, or to something that is an object or a part of an object; existing independent of thought or an observer as part of reality.
disorder
1.lack of order or regular arrangement; confusion.
2.an irregularity:
3.breach of order; disorderly conduct; public disturbance.
4.a disturbance in physical or mental health or functions;
5.to destroy the order or regular arrangement of; disarrange.
6.to derange the physical or mental health or functions of.
In other words it describes a fact based measured analysis of a measure of dis-order.
After more than 50 years leading the fight to legitimize A.D.H.D, Dr.Keith Conners could be celebrating but his mood sounded anything but as he addressed a group of fellow A.D.H.D Specialists in Washington.
As reported by the NY Times, he noted that recent data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention show that the diagnosis had been made in 15 percent of high school-age children, and that the number of children on medication for the disorder had soared to 3.5 million from 600,000 in 1990. He questioned the rising rates of diagnosis and called them “a national disaster of dangerous proportions....The numbers make it look like an epidemic. Well, it’s not. It’s preposterous,”
“This is a concoction to justify the giving out of medication at unprecedented
and unjustifiable levels.”
Dr. Keith Conners is a psychologist and professor emeritus at Duke University,
Full article here...
To find out how ADHD is marketed to parents by pharmaceutical companies, click here.
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"The rise of A.D.H.D. diagnoses and prescriptions for stimulants over the years coincided with a remarkably successful two-decade campaign by pharmaceutical companies to publicize the syndrome and promote the pills to doctors, educators and parents." NY Times
I'm sure we're going to be seeing lots more information about the science and subjectivity of disorders of A.D.H.D. and maybe others like it. If you liked this article, you might also enjoy Affluence: A Rich Person's Disorder?
Rashelle Reid
© 2013 Enlightening Times All Rights Reserved
Friday, 20 December 2013
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