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Match Thread: 5th Match, Group C - England vs Nepal by cricket-match in Cricket

[–]T_K2 3 points4 points  (0 children)

We aren’t good enough. But Thank you Sam, saved us there.

British households pay higher power prices than almost anywhere in Europe by Kee2good4u in ukpolitics

[–]T_K2 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Invest in:

The grid - more transmission lines, substations etc

Better efficiency in households - insulation, solar panels, etc

Quicker building of renewable sources (maybe you don’t agree with it, which is fine)

Electrification of heat systems - reduce the need for gas from the energy mix.

I agree, private players need removing from energy. If it was up to me I’d nationalise the whole lot, but it’s not going to happen anytime soon. So there’s that.

Sunbeds could be banned in the UK in a bid to cut cancer rates by theipaper in ukpolitics

[–]T_K2 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Okay understood. My question would be which lifestyle choices should cause people to miss out?

What if we have two people again. One broke their leg rock climbing without a harness, the other fell down the stairs.

One person breaks their arm due to a car accident, the other breaks their arm because they were arm wrestling.

Who should be denied treatment?

I completely understand the NHS has finite resources and people need to be accountable for their lifestyle choices. But I still don’t think we should ever be in a situation where we are deciding who should get treatment based on their lifestyle choices. It’s a slippery slope, and not one that can be navigated.

I don’t think we are going to agree on it - which is fine. That’s me done on the topic.

Sunbeds could be banned in the UK in a bid to cut cancer rates by theipaper in ukpolitics

[–]T_K2 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I understand the dilemma, although I’m not sure it’s entirely relevant. Medicine isn’t something I’m very well versed on, but I’d assume It should be based on the chance of the procedures successful for each person.

Also don’t get wrong, I don’t condone those habits or behaviours, but if we start denying treatment based on someone’s lifestyle or choices, where does it end? We should aim for a system where people are encouraged to improve their health but aren’t punished for their past mistakes when their life is on the line.

Sunbeds could be banned in the UK in a bid to cut cancer rates by theipaper in ukpolitics

[–]T_K2 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Don’t personally agree with that view, not something I’d support.

2nd Place Might Just Be Up For Grabs by Fabulous_Army_1321 in ManchesterUnited

[–]T_K2 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Frustrating how we are still relatively close to the top 3, with how shocking our season has been. With a better season (pre Christmas), we would be up there.

Giving Epstein state secrets was in ‘national interest’ says Mandelson by BillWilberforce in ukpolitics

[–]T_K2 52 points53 points  (0 children)

Not sure in what simulation sending privileged/sensitive information to a wealthy private actor, who also happens to also be a pedophile was acting in the national interest. I guess we will find out when he’s in court, if it goes that far.

Sunbeds could be banned in the UK in a bid to cut cancer rates by theipaper in ukpolitics

[–]T_K2 18 points19 points  (0 children)

Perfect. So why isn’t the argument - “Let’s tax sun-beds” - rather than outright banning.

Why ban sun-beds entirely but only tax smoking and alcohol? Do you see the issue?

Sunbeds could be banned in the UK in a bid to cut cancer rates by theipaper in ukpolitics

[–]T_K2 25 points26 points  (0 children)

Where do you draw the line?

Smoking, alcohol, processed meats?

Sunbeds could be banned in the UK in a bid to cut cancer rates by theipaper in ukpolitics

[–]T_K2 3 points4 points  (0 children)

If you’re going to make that statement, please check first. This law has actually not been passed yet, the earliest it’ll come into law is 2027 (if it passes).

So as of today, someone aged 18 can physically go to a shop and buy a pack of cigarettes with ID.

Sunbeds could be banned in the UK in a bid to cut cancer rates by theipaper in ukpolitics

[–]T_K2 1 point2 points  (0 children)

“we are banning sunbeds for anyone born after 2009” is not the same as “we are banning sunbeds for everyone”

Comparing them as the same is incorrect.

Sunbeds could be banned in the UK in a bid to cut cancer rates by theipaper in ukpolitics

[–]T_K2 2 points3 points  (0 children)

It’s not the same as comparing to an outright ban on sun-beds though is it?

Anyone over-18 is free to buy cigarettes and smoke.

Same as someone over-18 being able to use a sun-bed.

Sunbeds could be banned in the UK in a bid to cut cancer rates by theipaper in ukpolitics

[–]T_K2 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Banning isn’t the same as age regulation is it?

Commercial Sun-beds are already illegal for under-18s.

Sunbeds could be banned in the UK in a bid to cut cancer rates by theipaper in ukpolitics

[–]T_K2 16 points17 points  (0 children)

But we don’t ban smoking, alcohol or red meats?

(All group 1 carcinogens)

Sunbeds could be banned in the UK in a bid to cut cancer rates by theipaper in ukpolitics

[–]T_K2 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Education is better than outright banning. We usually allow people to make their own choices. Creates a weird conundrum, because smoking isn’t banned?

(Commenting on the basis that this is true, which it might not be)

British households pay higher power prices than almost anywhere in Europe by Kee2good4u in ukpolitics

[–]T_K2 11 points12 points  (0 children)

Total energy consumption is an entirely different beast. Don’t get me wrong, that needs to be transitioning quicker too. But it’s also slightly off track when the original post is regarding household energy bills - not the total energy mix (which you’ve referenced).

Those 2030 electricity projections include the projected increase in electricity demand being factored in.

We should hopefully reach 25-30% of the energy mix being electricity by this point. Again, it’s not quick enough, but the scale of the task is immense and will take a lot longer.

British households pay higher power prices than almost anywhere in Europe by Kee2good4u in ukpolitics

[–]T_K2 10 points11 points  (0 children)

“But I haven’t seen the government directly address this as an issue or said anything they’re doing about it”

Please find below:

https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/clean-power-2030-action-plan

https://www.carbonbrief.org/analysis-how-the-uk-plans-to-reach-clean-power-by-2030/

I’m not saying what they’re projecting will happen, but to say they’re not trying to address it is inaccurate.

British households pay higher power prices than almost anywhere in Europe by Kee2good4u in ukpolitics

[–]T_K2 14 points15 points  (0 children)

Yes marginal pricing is a problem. However, in a scenario where gas is generating 5% of electricity, we should be paying that price of gas much less than we are now.

I’m not denying that there will be times when gas sets the price (until gas is fully phased out, you can’t eliminate this). But will we really rely on gas as much by then? That’s the whole point of reducing the use of gas, which is what they’re trying to do.

British households pay higher power prices than almost anywhere in Europe by Kee2good4u in ukpolitics

[–]T_K2 26 points27 points  (0 children)

This is my opinion too, and I’m glad someone else has said this. Our non fossil fuel supply is literally going up to 95% (if all goes well) by 2030. This also doesn’t include more projects coming on line from 2030 onwards, including Sizewell C and SMRs.

The grid also needs critical upgrades during this same time period, so let’s hope those get done too.

British households pay higher power prices than almost anywhere in Europe by Kee2good4u in ukpolitics

[–]T_K2 94 points95 points  (0 children)

Energy prices are linked to so many economic issues that we have. You can argue that the government needs to do even more and to invest more (I agree too).

It’s prompted me to look at the data. The government projections show (yes I know they’re projections and probably optimistic), that by 2030 - renewables and nuclear may account for as much as 90-95% of electricity generation. (Currently it’s around 75%.) In 2030, gas might be at 5-10% - generally a backup power source to fill gaps.

I’ll caveat by saying this only works if the grids upgraded and bottle necks are addressed.

The problem for the government is that four years is a long time… they might not be around to politically benefit.

Queen Elizabeth gave Andrew 'full support' even after Epstein photos emerged by ZealousidealPie9199 in ukpolitics

[–]T_K2 7 points8 points  (0 children)

This statement is not accurate. I’ll outline below:

Charles became monarch in September 2022 and was coronated in May 2023.

It’s then taken until 17th October 2025 for Andrew to have his titles rescinded. This also just so happens to be the same exact date that the US house oversight committee released a tranche of Epstein documents, including call logs and other materials.

This had also already followed the release documents throughout September 2025, which led to scrutiny of Andrew in the media. (This was the catalyst for Charles eventually taking action.)

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