open question: what are the remaining arguments for Scotland being in the Union? bc as I recall the main arguments used in 2014 were:
Access to UK funding for public services (after over a decade of Tory rule that's not looking so hot)
Keeping the pound (literally who cares)
Scottish pensions are safer in a UK wide system (glances over at the climbing age for eligibility to state pension)
we rely on trade with the rest of the UK. how could we leave that behind? (this would be a fair point if it wasn't entirely in the UK's power to continue that trade and open borders. I mean the UK government is composed entirely on spite and soft power so they might not but. Brexit didn't stop trade between Ireland and Northern Ireland did it hey?)
Scotland wouldn't want to have to reapply to join the EU, they can stay on Britain's membership! (lol)
Voting Yes would be "a leap into the dark" compared to the lovely stable leadership of the UK (stop stop my sides are splitting)
Like even in 2014 the Better Together campaign was pretty pathetic and the only thing it could think of to say was 'but we already HAVE a union it's going to be SO MUCH WORK to do things differently' and trying to cherry pick Things That Are Good To Have In The UK rather than, idk, Unique Benefits Of The UK That Are Impossible In Non UK Contexts.
but the thing is that in the last 8 years let's be real. the UK has fallen further and further behind and while in 2014 the Yes pitch was Let's Strike Out For A Brave If Uncertain Future now it's a lot more Water Is Pouring In Through Every Crack It's Time To Depart This Ship
the only good argument I can see for voting no in a second indyref is: if the SNP are gone who's going to be an opposition in Westminster? cause it sure as shit isn't Labour despite their responsibility to do so.
(my hope has always been that Scottish independence might over time rebalance the English political spectrum. like if the English centre-left lose the big anti-Tory strongholds in Scotland and lose the SNP in Westminster there'll be a gap to fill. not sure how much I believe that after the last decade though, tbh I think at this point it's more that either way England and Wales are fucked and public opinion means worse than nothing, so Scotland might as well bail out and try and do better solo.)
I had to leave insta for a hot sec because people were giving hot takes on how a woman (and essentially Canadians) are cruel to own dogs not suited for our weather. All because she was dressing her dog in the vet recommended clothes.
I made too many comments directly to people being like wtf. So we're not supposed to adopt animals? Are we to send them across the border? Do you think we DON'T have vets?
Like welcome tn Canada assholes, where it can be -37c to +37c in the same place depending on the year (I've had days where its gone from -20 to +20)
Anyways I may have outed myself as audhd with my sense of justice and fixation.
Thinking about joining my local art guild. Maybe I'll be able to sell some of my random art things. Maybe I'll get back into jewelry making because I still have tons of supplies for that. Maybe I'll get back into woodburning because I still have supplies for that. It could be fun I think
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It's getting cold outside, and winter is coming sooner than we'd like to acknowledge. When you own a piece of heavy machinery, you understand how important it is to keep it well-maintained to ensure that it lasts as long as possible and always functions at peak efficiency. This is extremely vital as winter is approaches and the equipment may stay dormant for a longer time than usual. Here are few tips from Go Gauge Logistics.
Pre Winter Preparation
Make sure your machinery has been serviced as per manufacturer guidelines by scheduling an inspection and maintenance before winter sets in. Maintenance tasks like checking and topping off fluids, adjusting tyre pressure, adding an engine block heater, and inspecting hydraulic hoses and other vital components are all part of this.
Prepare your Storage area
If you are storing your machinery inside, prepare a space that is clean and dry. You may want to invest in some protective floor coverings, depending on the type of floor you have in your storage building. If storing outside, investing in a quality tarp is a smart idea. This will help to prevent rusting caused by freezing and thawing water on the surface of your machinery. For an easier start and less time brushing off snow, keep your machine indoors while not in use. To protect hinges and joints, detach and store attachments when your machine is off in winter.
Keep batteries charged and warm
If the temperature in the storage area freezes, remove the battery and store it at normal temperature to prevent excessive draining. A warm battery performs far better than a cold battery. If the equipment is stored in a temperature-controlled garage, its relocation poses less of a risk. During the winter, batteries should be linked to smart chargers or slow chargers if possible. At this time, battery connections should also be inspected and cleaned. Corroded terminals might cause complications with starting and charging. Operators should remove any dirt or debris from the top of the battery, as it might create a conductive route and deplete energy slowly. The primary consideration here is ensuring that the terminal posts and cables have clean and secure contact, so providing the best and most consistent current flow from the batteries to the machine.
Maintain a full fuel tank
Fill the tank when storing equipment in winter to avoid condensation from polluting fuel lines. After each use, refill the fuel tank and empty and clean the water separator to prevent freezing and algae growth and to remove water, debris and sediments. With a clean fuel system, the machine can handle even the coldest winters. Even if the machinery was reasonably new before storage, filters may need to be changed. Make sure to provide room for expansion while loading fluids, especially diesel exhaust fluid (DEF). Machine reservoirs are designed to handle freezing DEF, but store bulk DEF in heated storage during winter. Your local dealer can help you store and handle DEF, which is sensitive to temperature.
Conduct a Visual Inspection
Before putting a machine into storage or using it in the winter, it is best practise to inspect it visually and do any necessary maintenance or repairs. Hydraulic hoses and connections require extra care. As a result, they are more likely to break under stress in the cold. Before starting off, it's a good idea to inspect the condition of the electrical wiring, attachments, and hoses, as well as the rest of the equipment. Check the condition of the hydraulic hoses, belts, and tyres for any signs of damage. Clean the tyres and undercarriage of any snow, dirt, and debris.
Take care of Tires
To avoid the tyres freezing to the ground, remove any snow or ice from them and park the machinery on boards. Tire pressure should be checked often. Dry nitrogen should be used to replenish the tyres if the pressure lowers, which can happen in colder temperatures. Tire air valves are protected from ice formation by using dry nitrogen. Not all heavy machinery will have tyres, but if yours does, make sure to check the pressure before putting it away. Tire pressure should be set according to the owner's handbook. However, if you plan to store your machinery on a cement floor, it may be a good idea to slightly over-inflate the tyres to avoid flat areas. We all know that in cooler temperatures, they can lose air pressure more rapidly. .
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The government has told Russian fuel producers that they should prepare for the lifting of restrictions on diesel and petrol exports less than two months after the measures were introduced.
On 21 September, Russia imposed a ban on fuel exports due to a record price increase on the domestic market. The fuel price crisis was caused by a number of factors – increased demand for fuel, refinery repairs during the summer period and rising global prices. However, analysts agree that one of the main reasons was the government’s reduction of subsidies to oil refiners in early September. These subsidies incentivise refiners to supply more fuel to the domestic market rather than export.
The government previously eased the measures on 6 October, giving the go-ahead for diesel exports to resume via pipelines. However, the ban on petrol exports remains unchanged and applies to all deliveries of this fuel abroad by road, pipeline and rail.
On 7 November, Russian Energy Minister Nikolai Shulginov said that Russia was considering lifting the ban on exports of some grades of gasoline. One source at a Russian oil firm told Reuters:
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