Join Pirate Party UK!

Join us for a series of events hosted by the Collaboration of International Pirates (CIP), where Pirates from around the world come together to discuss and shape policy for the future.

These events will focus on critical issues such as:

1. Intellectual Property Reform
2. Astroturfing and Lobbying
3. Cybersecurity and Data Protection
4. Climate Change and Environmental Justice
5. Mental Health and Digital Well-being
6. Digital Rights and Internet Freedom
7. Stochastic Terrorism
8. Misinformation/Disinformation

📅 Next Event:
Join us for the upcoming event on Sunday, October 20th, 22:00 (repeats every other Sunday)
Discord Event: Event Link
Voice Channel: Join Here

Let’s navigate the future together! 🌐⚓

Hey everyone,

We’re looking for dedicated individuals to step up as our new Treasurer Officer at Pirate Party UK. This is a great opportunity to get involved and make a difference.

If you're interested, please join our Discord server for more details: https://discord.gg/n8VgAkjFZm

We look forward to meeting passionate candidates!

Cheers,
Lucy Maber

The Collaboration of international pirates is holding a crucial meeting to address protecting free speech while confronting the rise in hate speech, hate crimes, and stochastic terrorism, including biphobia and transphobia. All are welcome to join our efforts to balance upholding free expression and taking action against speech that incites violence and discrimination. Our goal is to shape policies that protect freedom of expression improve the safety and dignity of all individuals. We aim to create a future where freedom of expression is preserved, and harmful speech is effectively addressed.

Meeting on Hate speech and stochastic terrorism Policy
Wednesday 28th -20:00

https://discord.gg/rwFCwTzR?event=1268706761431584808

The Pirate Party UK is concerned about recent copyright takedowns on Nintendo Switch emulators, Yuzu and Citra. Individuals should have the right to back up their own copies of Nintendo games and run them on any system they choose, including via emulation.

We believe that copyright protection should not hinder innovation and restrict user freedoms. Emulation serves many legitimate purposes, including accessibility and performance improvements.

We call for a legal framework that recognizes the importance of circumventing copyright protection measures for development, personal use, and scientific research. Legitimate, valid, and non-infringing purposes should be protected under the law.

This issue extends beyond Nintendo Switch emulation to the emulation of any video game on any platform. We urge everyone to defend digital freedoms and challenge copyright abuse.

We're thrilled to share with you the possibility of an upcoming event in the heart of London, organized by Laurence William. This meetup aims to bring together fellow supporters and enthusiasts for a fantastic gathering in one of the world's most vibrant cities.

While we're still in the planning stages and haven't nailed down the specifics like date and time, we're considering two fantastic locations: Baker Street or Shooters Hill. Your input is invaluable in helping us decide!

Your presence and feedback are crucial to making this event a resounding success. Your input will play a significant role in our planning process.

Rest assured, we won't proceed with any arrangements until it's feasible and safe to do so. Your safety and comfort are our top priorities.

Stay tuned for further updates regarding the date, time, and agenda. Let's come together and make waves in London!

Join us for the Pirate Party UK General Meeting on 11th Feb at 17:00! Set sail with us on Discord for a lively discussion and decision-making.

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Have burning questions or ideas? This is YOUR chance to shape our agenda! Drop your queries below or add to the agenda. Let's make waves together!

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Discord Link: https://discord.com/events/75467454898

Fellow Redditors and digital freedom advocates,

We stand on the precipice of a pivotal moment in the UK's digital landscape. The Online Safety Bill (OSB) is on the verge of becoming law, and it threatens the very essence of online privacy and free speech.

The bloated Online Safety Bill contains provisions that could have far-reaching consequences on our online freedoms. It puts the government in control of regulating speech online and offline, which could lead to a sprawling bureaucracy of speech police. The Bill's orders for online platforms to scan user data for illegal content could compromise our privacy and security. Furthermore, it could endanger end-to-end encryption, a fundamental tool for protecting our privacy.

The UK government's assurances of privacy protections are, at best, weak promises. They have acknowledged the technological challenges of simultaneously respecting end-to-end encryption and examining encrypted messages. This bill's passage into law is imminent, but there's still hope to defend our digital rights.

We propose an Internet Blackout UK, reminiscent of the SOPA and PIPA protests, to raise awareness and make a stand for digital freedom. The blackout date is yet to be determined, but it's crucial to act quickly.

How can you help:

1. Spread the word: Share this post on Reddit and across social media platforms.
2. Contact your Members of Parliament: Urge them to introduce amendments that protect user privacy and explicitly defend end-to-end encryption.
3. Support digital rights organizations: Contribute to or volunteer with organizations fighting for online freedom.
4. Participate in the Internet Blackout UK: Stay tuned for updates on the blackout date and make your voice heard.

The implications of the Online Safety Bill extend beyond the UK. Its passage could set a dangerous precedent for internet regulations worldwide. Let's join forces to defend digital freedom and protect our online rights.

Stay vigilant and be ready for action. Together, we can make a difference!

🎮 Dive into Game Night with the UK Pirate Party Subreddit! 🏴‍☠️⚓

Ahoy, fellow buccaneers of r/PiratePartyUK!

Get ready to hoist the anchor of fun and set sail for an epic Game Night adventure! Join us for a night of gaming and camaraderie, featuring classic favorites like Codenames, Garlic Phone, and the hilariously irreverent Cards Against Humanity.

📆 Date: Monday, ⏰ Time: 8:00 PM GMT 🎮 Venue: discord https://discord.gg/PFHfF6y5sF

But wait, there's treasure on the horizon! We've got exciting news from the political front too. The sails are set, and the paperwork is filed as we await the Electoral Commission's seal of approval for party registration. Our commitment to change and progress remains steadfast.

So muster your crew, rally your spirits, and join us for a night of laughter, strategy, and good times. Let's strengthen our bonds as we navigate both the gaming realm and the political seas.

See you on Monday at 8 PM sharp! Arrr, it's a night ye won't want to miss!

Hello, everyone! We invite you to join us for the upcoming meeting of the UK Pirate Party on May 27th at 7:00 PM UK time.

As a political movement, the Pirate Party is dedicated to protecting civil liberties, promoting direct democracy, and utilizing technology to enhance democracy. We strive to fight against discrimination and advocate for the rights of marginalized communities, including the nonbinary community.

In today's meeting, we will be focusing on an important task: drafting the party constitution. This constitution will serve as a foundational document that outlines our principles, values, and organizational structure. We aim to work collaboratively to ensure that the constitution represents the collective voice and vision of our party.

Additionally, we will be discussing and formulating policies for the Pirate Party. This is an opportunity for all members to contribute their ideas and perspectives on issues such as digital rights, privacy, transparency, and social justice. Together, we can shape policies that align with our core values and strive for a fair and inclusive society.

We welcome individuals of all backgrounds and identities to join us in this pivotal meeting. Your input and participation are crucial in creating a better future for technology, the internet, and our society as a whole.

Please join us on Discord: https://discord.gg/NXemtwvjaJ and let's work together to make a positive change for the future!

Thank you, and we look forward to your presence and contributions!

Ahoy, mateys! Are you passionate about supporting trans rights and promoting technology and internet freedom? Join us for the UK Pirate Party Meeting on May 8th at 7:00 PM UK time!

The Pirate Party is a political movement that advocates for civil liberties, direct democracy, and the use of technology to enhance democracy. Our mission is to protect digital rights and freedoms, fight against censorship and surveillance, and support marginalized communities, including trans people.

In this meeting, we'll be discussing how we can work together to create a brighter future for all. Whether you're a seasoned Pirate or a new crew member, we welcome you to join us and share your ideas.

So hoist the sails and join us on Discord: https://discord.gg/NXemtwvjaJ. Let's chart a course for a better future for trans people, technology, and the internet!

Ahoy there, fellow pirates! As you know, the Pirate Party was founded with the goal of protecting online rights and freedoms, but we also recognize the importance of defending human rights more broadly. That's why I'm excited to discuss the potential resurgence of the New UK Pirate Party, a political party that values digital freedoms, civil liberties, and Green and trans rights.

I believe that the Pirate Party's focus on digital issues, combined with its commitment to social justice, could make it a powerful force in UK politics today. That's why I've created a new Discord server and am planning to make a new website for the New UK Pirate Party.

But I wanted to get your thoughts on this idea, fellow pirates. Do you think there is still a need for a political party that values digital freedoms and civil liberties? Would you support a revival of the New UK Pirate Party? And what do you think about expanding the party's platform to include Green and trans rights? Let's have a discussion and see if we can make the Pirate Party a force for positive change in the UK once again
https://discord.gg/t8EDRgXzMH

Hi everyone!

I've recently started Fixthenews to help people explore different viewpoints, so they can break out of their echo chambers and make up their minds in an informed manner.

We focus on UK issues as you can see here: 👇

• https://fixthenews.com/topic/should-we-be-happy-with-the-brexit-deal
• https://fixthenews.com/topic/was-it-right-to-ban-trump-from-most-social-media
• https://fixthenews.com/topic/should-the-tv-licence-be-scrapped

https://preview.redd.it/qkhsssjtccb61.png?width=1015&format=png&auto=webp&s=140b7fc59e8a760c752f04b6f47316bd5b909990

Despite all of the different alternatives out there, none focuses on comparing opposing viewpoints, which is why I thought building Fixthenews could make a difference.

Do you think this could be a positive addition to the UK's media landscape? If not, what alternatives would you recommend?

I'd highly appreciate some feedback :) In the end, if this is not appealing to people already interested in politics, then it won't appeal to anyone else.

P.S. Hope this is not seen as shameless promotion (I posted this on other subreddits! I think people here would like to discuss new media alternatives in the UK, especially if it's community-led and welcomes all sorts of viewpoints.

TO JOIN: https://t.me/socialistpirate

Hi everybody. As everyone knows, Pirate Party has been in a decline for couple of years in the places that it was pretty "successful" in means of seats that they occupy in the parliaments/assemblies. And that was a known thing that such a single-issue movement would become famous and than decline in popularity, due to the lack of proper socioeconomic views within the party and the movement. In a 2009 issue of WSWS ( https://www.wsws.org/en/articles/2009/09/pira-s07.html ), the fall of pirate party is predicted and this issue is referred as:

" The main source of support for the Pirate Party is amongst young people involved in irregular precarious work, whose lives are influenced by modern technology and are estranged from the established parties—in particular students and university graduates involved in the sphere of electronic media.

The Pirate Party will, however, rapidly disappoint its supporters. It is not possible to defend democratic rights in a class divided society without taking up a clear position on vital social and political questions. Self-determination, social participation, transparency and many of the other laudable issues advocated by the Pirate Party cannot be realised as long as a small financial oligarchy controls social wealth and dictates the course of all economic and political decisions.

The issues taken up in the program of the Pirate Party, such as the spread of surveillance, the restrictions on data protection and the limits on freedom of information, are all part of the reaction of the ruling class to increasing social tensions. They are directed against the working population and the danger of a social rebellion.

The defence of democratic rights therefore requires a socialist program. The new media and the Internet needs an open and free society, which gives priority to the social and intellectual needs of the working population—not the profit interests of big corporations. Democracy can be achieved only by challenging the foundations of capitalist rule—the profit system, private property, and the free-market economy. "

This post was written a decade ago, but is still revelant for the political atmosphere of the pirate party. The inequality of wealth, incompetence of state and lack of social services is still an existing issue within our life. The social liberal policies suggested by many self-declared Pirate Movements, such as PPI don't talk about those topics and end up with nonsense economic policies such as UBI, which is a waste of money as the amount of cash given away for that can be used actually for the extreme poor that can't even satisfy basic human needs.

As a result, we agreed with that post and formed a socialist movement that respects to the core values of the Pirate Party movement, yet suggests a different socioeconomic system which is socialism in this sense. The Socialist Pirate Movement is a big tent socialist movement. We invite all socialists to our Telegram group which is opened two days ago!

TO JOIN: https://t.me/socialistpirate

Hi, I am a student currently doing my A-Levels and I am conducting a research project with Cambridge and was hoping I could share my questionnaire regarding how Brexit could affect the economy of the UK and hopefully get some replies. I would also really appreciate it if anyone who sees this could share this questionnaire to get as much exposure as possible. Feel free to put your input and anything you would like me to add/edit in the questionnaire. Thank you.

Questionnaire: https://forms.gle/dt4y7xBHwV2Qeamw7