ASSIST Sheffield 🧡
@assistsheffield.bsky.social
ASSIST is a Sheffield-based charity supporting destitute people seeking asylum. We provide accommodation, welfare payments and bespoke casework support. 🧡
The #LiftTheBan campaign is gaining momentum in Parliament 📣
Let's show the Government that the public demands an end to the unjust work ban for people seeking asylum. Everyone deserves the chance to contribute to society.
📧 Send a message now and take action tinyurl.com/ms4fah43
#RightToWork
Let's show the Government that the public demands an end to the unjust work ban for people seeking asylum. Everyone deserves the chance to contribute to society.
📧 Send a message now and take action tinyurl.com/ms4fah43
#RightToWork
November 13, 2025 at 4:19 PM
The #LiftTheBan campaign is gaining momentum in Parliament 📣
Let's show the Government that the public demands an end to the unjust work ban for people seeking asylum. Everyone deserves the chance to contribute to society.
📧 Send a message now and take action tinyurl.com/ms4fah43
#RightToWork
Let's show the Government that the public demands an end to the unjust work ban for people seeking asylum. Everyone deserves the chance to contribute to society.
📧 Send a message now and take action tinyurl.com/ms4fah43
#RightToWork
More than 200 Uni of Sheffield students smashed their Baby Bummit, hitchhiking to Bristol whilst raising money for ASSIST and other great organisations. 🚗
They’re nearly at an incredible £19,000 raised! Help them make an even bigger difference by donating below 👇🏽
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They’re nearly at an incredible £19,000 raised! Help them make an even bigger difference by donating below 👇🏽
givestar.io/gs/committee...
November 13, 2025 at 12:29 PM
More than 200 Uni of Sheffield students smashed their Baby Bummit, hitchhiking to Bristol whilst raising money for ASSIST and other great organisations. 🚗
They’re nearly at an incredible £19,000 raised! Help them make an even bigger difference by donating below 👇🏽
givestar.io/gs/committee...
They’re nearly at an incredible £19,000 raised! Help them make an even bigger difference by donating below 👇🏽
givestar.io/gs/committee...
Tomorrow at 1pm! 📣
Join our vibrant community to urge Sheffield City Council to #LiftTheBan and allow people seeking asylum the right to work.
📍Sheffield City Hall
Everyone deserves dignity, safety, and the chance to contribute to the place they call home. 🧡
#RightToWork #SolidarityInAction
Join our vibrant community to urge Sheffield City Council to #LiftTheBan and allow people seeking asylum the right to work.
📍Sheffield City Hall
Everyone deserves dignity, safety, and the chance to contribute to the place they call home. 🧡
#RightToWork #SolidarityInAction
November 4, 2025 at 2:36 PM
Tomorrow at 1pm! 📣
Join our vibrant community to urge Sheffield City Council to #LiftTheBan and allow people seeking asylum the right to work.
📍Sheffield City Hall
Everyone deserves dignity, safety, and the chance to contribute to the place they call home. 🧡
#RightToWork #SolidarityInAction
Join our vibrant community to urge Sheffield City Council to #LiftTheBan and allow people seeking asylum the right to work.
📍Sheffield City Hall
Everyone deserves dignity, safety, and the chance to contribute to the place they call home. 🧡
#RightToWork #SolidarityInAction
Reposted by ASSIST Sheffield 🧡
Join us for a full day of mobilisation at the University of Sheffield on 11/11/2025 from 11am to 4pm (no need to register)
Programme and more information here: sheffield.ac.uk/migration-re...
Programme and more information here: sheffield.ac.uk/migration-re...
November 4, 2025 at 9:09 AM
Join us for a full day of mobilisation at the University of Sheffield on 11/11/2025 from 11am to 4pm (no need to register)
Programme and more information here: sheffield.ac.uk/migration-re...
Programme and more information here: sheffield.ac.uk/migration-re...
Thanks to everyone who donated household items. 🧡
Your generosity has transformed our houses into welcoming homes! Creating not just shelter, but a place of dignity and belonging. 🏡
💬 “My house is a special house. I love my house… we’re like brothers, friends. I have everything. I’m happy.”
Your generosity has transformed our houses into welcoming homes! Creating not just shelter, but a place of dignity and belonging. 🏡
💬 “My house is a special house. I love my house… we’re like brothers, friends. I have everything. I’m happy.”
October 23, 2025 at 3:14 PM
Thanks to everyone who donated household items. 🧡
Your generosity has transformed our houses into welcoming homes! Creating not just shelter, but a place of dignity and belonging. 🏡
💬 “My house is a special house. I love my house… we’re like brothers, friends. I have everything. I’m happy.”
Your generosity has transformed our houses into welcoming homes! Creating not just shelter, but a place of dignity and belonging. 🏡
💬 “My house is a special house. I love my house… we’re like brothers, friends. I have everything. I’m happy.”
Happy Diwali! 🪔
To everyone celebrating, all of us at ASSIST wish you a prosperous New Year and continued joy during this Festival of Lights. 💫
#HappyDiwali #FestivalOfLights
To everyone celebrating, all of us at ASSIST wish you a prosperous New Year and continued joy during this Festival of Lights. 💫
#HappyDiwali #FestivalOfLights
October 21, 2025 at 8:15 AM
Happy Diwali! 🪔
To everyone celebrating, all of us at ASSIST wish you a prosperous New Year and continued joy during this Festival of Lights. 💫
#HappyDiwali #FestivalOfLights
To everyone celebrating, all of us at ASSIST wish you a prosperous New Year and continued joy during this Festival of Lights. 💫
#HappyDiwali #FestivalOfLights
This #BlackHistoryMonthUK, we're celebrating the legacy and achievements of Black history and those seeking sanctuary. ✊🏽
During welfare week, we hosted a film screening. Our financial payments provide support to people in destitution, helping them access living necessities and rebuild their lives.
During welfare week, we hosted a film screening. Our financial payments provide support to people in destitution, helping them access living necessities and rebuild their lives.
October 20, 2025 at 1:55 PM
This #BlackHistoryMonthUK, we're celebrating the legacy and achievements of Black history and those seeking sanctuary. ✊🏽
During welfare week, we hosted a film screening. Our financial payments provide support to people in destitution, helping them access living necessities and rebuild their lives.
During welfare week, we hosted a film screening. Our financial payments provide support to people in destitution, helping them access living necessities and rebuild their lives.
Reposted by ASSIST Sheffield 🧡
Join @right-to-remain.bsky.social, @thesewallsmustfall.bsky.social, and @notohassockfield.bsky.social alongside countless organisations and activists gathering at Derwentside (Hassockfield) detention centre for the annual demonstration demanding an end to immigration detention.
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October 15, 2025 at 9:19 AM
Join @right-to-remain.bsky.social, @thesewallsmustfall.bsky.social, and @notohassockfield.bsky.social alongside countless organisations and activists gathering at Derwentside (Hassockfield) detention centre for the annual demonstration demanding an end to immigration detention.
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SATURDAY: National Day of Solidarity to End Immigration Detention
Join countless organisations and activists at Derwentside (Hassockfield) detention centre to demand an end to indefinite detention! #EndDetention #NoOneIsIllegal
Coach tickets still available from Sheffield with
@symaag.bsky.social👇🏽
Join countless organisations and activists at Derwentside (Hassockfield) detention centre to demand an end to indefinite detention! #EndDetention #NoOneIsIllegal
Coach tickets still available from Sheffield with
@symaag.bsky.social👇🏽
Last few tickets left for Sheffield coach here⬇️
www.eventbrite.com/e/national-d...
www.eventbrite.com/e/national-d...
October 16, 2025 at 11:24 AM
SATURDAY: National Day of Solidarity to End Immigration Detention
Join countless organisations and activists at Derwentside (Hassockfield) detention centre to demand an end to indefinite detention! #EndDetention #NoOneIsIllegal
Coach tickets still available from Sheffield with
@symaag.bsky.social👇🏽
Join countless organisations and activists at Derwentside (Hassockfield) detention centre to demand an end to indefinite detention! #EndDetention #NoOneIsIllegal
Coach tickets still available from Sheffield with
@symaag.bsky.social👇🏽
📣 National Day of Solidarity to End Immigration Detention: Saturday 18 Oct
Join @right-to-remain.bsky.social, @thesewallsmustfall.bsky.social, No To Hassockfield Campaign, and countless activists at Derwentside (Hassockfield) detention centre to demand an end to indefinite detention!
Join @right-to-remain.bsky.social, @thesewallsmustfall.bsky.social, No To Hassockfield Campaign, and countless activists at Derwentside (Hassockfield) detention centre to demand an end to indefinite detention!
September 30, 2025 at 12:06 PM
📣 National Day of Solidarity to End Immigration Detention: Saturday 18 Oct
Join @right-to-remain.bsky.social, @thesewallsmustfall.bsky.social, No To Hassockfield Campaign, and countless activists at Derwentside (Hassockfield) detention centre to demand an end to indefinite detention!
Join @right-to-remain.bsky.social, @thesewallsmustfall.bsky.social, No To Hassockfield Campaign, and countless activists at Derwentside (Hassockfield) detention centre to demand an end to indefinite detention!
This Sunday, Team ASSIST are taking on the #Sheffield10K, and they need your support! 🏃♀️🏃♂️
Cheer them on and help raise vital funds for people seeking asylum. Every step and donation sends a powerful message: despite rising hostility, we are a proud city of welcome for those seeking sanctuary. 🧡
Cheer them on and help raise vital funds for people seeking asylum. Every step and donation sends a powerful message: despite rising hostility, we are a proud city of welcome for those seeking sanctuary. 🧡
September 24, 2025 at 12:30 PM
This Sunday, Team ASSIST are taking on the #Sheffield10K, and they need your support! 🏃♀️🏃♂️
Cheer them on and help raise vital funds for people seeking asylum. Every step and donation sends a powerful message: despite rising hostility, we are a proud city of welcome for those seeking sanctuary. 🧡
Cheer them on and help raise vital funds for people seeking asylum. Every step and donation sends a powerful message: despite rising hostility, we are a proud city of welcome for those seeking sanctuary. 🧡
Wishing a joyful and happy Rosh Hashanah to all who celebrate. 🍎🍯
From all of us at ASSIST, Shana Tova!
From all of us at ASSIST, Shana Tova!
September 23, 2025 at 8:37 AM
Wishing a joyful and happy Rosh Hashanah to all who celebrate. 🍎🍯
From all of us at ASSIST, Shana Tova!
From all of us at ASSIST, Shana Tova!
We stand with 150+ groups and individuals against rising hostility. ✊🏽
Partners face threats & attacks just for helping people seek sanctuary. We won’t be silenced. The media must report with integrity, not fuel dangerous racism and division.
Read the statement 👇🏽
tinyurl.com/2k398vkn
Partners face threats & attacks just for helping people seek sanctuary. We won’t be silenced. The media must report with integrity, not fuel dangerous racism and division.
Read the statement 👇🏽
tinyurl.com/2k398vkn
More than 150 lawyers and refugee NGOs report being ‘pressured into silence’ by far-right protesters
At least two groups supporting UK asylum seekers have closed their offices after credible threats to their safety
tinyurl.com
September 22, 2025 at 3:11 PM
We stand with 150+ groups and individuals against rising hostility. ✊🏽
Partners face threats & attacks just for helping people seek sanctuary. We won’t be silenced. The media must report with integrity, not fuel dangerous racism and division.
Read the statement 👇🏽
tinyurl.com/2k398vkn
Partners face threats & attacks just for helping people seek sanctuary. We won’t be silenced. The media must report with integrity, not fuel dangerous racism and division.
Read the statement 👇🏽
tinyurl.com/2k398vkn
Summer Highlights at ASSIST ☀️
In June, volunteers came together for Volunteers’ Week and Refugee Week to pause and reconnect. They created powerful collages reflecting what inspires them and their memories with ASSIST. Their artwork now brightens our office, a reminder of the community we build. 🧡
In June, volunteers came together for Volunteers’ Week and Refugee Week to pause and reconnect. They created powerful collages reflecting what inspires them and their memories with ASSIST. Their artwork now brightens our office, a reminder of the community we build. 🧡
September 2, 2025 at 12:23 PM
Summer Highlights at ASSIST ☀️
In June, volunteers came together for Volunteers’ Week and Refugee Week to pause and reconnect. They created powerful collages reflecting what inspires them and their memories with ASSIST. Their artwork now brightens our office, a reminder of the community we build. 🧡
In June, volunteers came together for Volunteers’ Week and Refugee Week to pause and reconnect. They created powerful collages reflecting what inspires them and their memories with ASSIST. Their artwork now brightens our office, a reminder of the community we build. 🧡
Just over 5 weeks to go! Join ASSIST's #Sheffield10K team on Sunday 28th September. Run, jog or walk, everyone is welcome. 🏃🏿♀🏃🏿
✅ Sign up: www.runforall.com/events/10k/s...
✅ Contact us to fundraise
Amidst rising hostility, let’s fill Sheffield's streets with solidarity and welcome! 🧡
✅ Sign up: www.runforall.com/events/10k/s...
✅ Contact us to fundraise
Amidst rising hostility, let’s fill Sheffield's streets with solidarity and welcome! 🧡
August 20, 2025 at 2:47 PM
Just over 5 weeks to go! Join ASSIST's #Sheffield10K team on Sunday 28th September. Run, jog or walk, everyone is welcome. 🏃🏿♀🏃🏿
✅ Sign up: www.runforall.com/events/10k/s...
✅ Contact us to fundraise
Amidst rising hostility, let’s fill Sheffield's streets with solidarity and welcome! 🧡
✅ Sign up: www.runforall.com/events/10k/s...
✅ Contact us to fundraise
Amidst rising hostility, let’s fill Sheffield's streets with solidarity and welcome! 🧡
⏳ 5 days remaining to apply!
We’re #hiring an Office and Projects Assistant 🖥
Do you have excellent people skills? Are you approachable, friendly, and committed to creating a welcoming and safe environment for everyone, including those seeking asylum?
Click the link below 👇🏽
tinyurl.com/4jsey5b
We’re #hiring an Office and Projects Assistant 🖥
Do you have excellent people skills? Are you approachable, friendly, and committed to creating a welcoming and safe environment for everyone, including those seeking asylum?
Click the link below 👇🏽
tinyurl.com/4jsey5b
August 12, 2025 at 9:40 AM
⏳ 5 days remaining to apply!
We’re #hiring an Office and Projects Assistant 🖥
Do you have excellent people skills? Are you approachable, friendly, and committed to creating a welcoming and safe environment for everyone, including those seeking asylum?
Click the link below 👇🏽
tinyurl.com/4jsey5b
We’re #hiring an Office and Projects Assistant 🖥
Do you have excellent people skills? Are you approachable, friendly, and committed to creating a welcoming and safe environment for everyone, including those seeking asylum?
Click the link below 👇🏽
tinyurl.com/4jsey5b
From 7–10 August, communities across the UK are coming together for the @refugeestogether.bsky.social #WelcomeWeekend — a nationwide stand in solidarity with people seeking sanctuary. 🙌🏽
This weekend, join us and send a powerful message of solidarity and compassion. 🧡
More info in the post below ⬇
This weekend, join us and send a powerful message of solidarity and compassion. 🧡
More info in the post below ⬇
Show solidarity this Welcome Weekend.
Crowds of protesters and organised far-right activists are rallying outside of hotels to stoke violence and intimidate refugees.
They want to force a narrative that pits refugees and our communities against each other.
We can never let that happen.
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Crowds of protesters and organised far-right activists are rallying outside of hotels to stoke violence and intimidate refugees.
They want to force a narrative that pits refugees and our communities against each other.
We can never let that happen.
🧵
August 7, 2025 at 1:55 PM
From 7–10 August, communities across the UK are coming together for the @refugeestogether.bsky.social #WelcomeWeekend — a nationwide stand in solidarity with people seeking sanctuary. 🙌🏽
This weekend, join us and send a powerful message of solidarity and compassion. 🧡
More info in the post below ⬇
This weekend, join us and send a powerful message of solidarity and compassion. 🧡
More info in the post below ⬇
We're recruiting for new volunteers! 📣
Your skills and experience can make a huge difference in the lives of people seeking asylum. Join us in challenging destitution and hostile immigration policies.
Apply here ➡️ www.assistsheffield.org.uk/content/volunteer-us
#Volunteering #SheffieldVolunteering
Your skills and experience can make a huge difference in the lives of people seeking asylum. Join us in challenging destitution and hostile immigration policies.
Apply here ➡️ www.assistsheffield.org.uk/content/volunteer-us
#Volunteering #SheffieldVolunteering
August 4, 2025 at 1:35 PM
We're recruiting for new volunteers! 📣
Your skills and experience can make a huge difference in the lives of people seeking asylum. Join us in challenging destitution and hostile immigration policies.
Apply here ➡️ www.assistsheffield.org.uk/content/volunteer-us
#Volunteering #SheffieldVolunteering
Your skills and experience can make a huge difference in the lives of people seeking asylum. Join us in challenging destitution and hostile immigration policies.
Apply here ➡️ www.assistsheffield.org.uk/content/volunteer-us
#Volunteering #SheffieldVolunteering
Thanks to everyone who applied for the Casework Coordinator role! It's now closed, we're grateful for the overwhelming interest. 🧡
Our Office and Projects Assistant role is still open! You have over two weeks to apply, with the deadline on Monday 18 August.
👉🏽 tinyurl.com/yc6u9pr4
#hiring #sheffield
Our Office and Projects Assistant role is still open! You have over two weeks to apply, with the deadline on Monday 18 August.
👉🏽 tinyurl.com/yc6u9pr4
#hiring #sheffield
July 31, 2025 at 2:57 PM
Thanks to everyone who applied for the Casework Coordinator role! It's now closed, we're grateful for the overwhelming interest. 🧡
Our Office and Projects Assistant role is still open! You have over two weeks to apply, with the deadline on Monday 18 August.
👉🏽 tinyurl.com/yc6u9pr4
#hiring #sheffield
Our Office and Projects Assistant role is still open! You have over two weeks to apply, with the deadline on Monday 18 August.
👉🏽 tinyurl.com/yc6u9pr4
#hiring #sheffield
Subscribe to the ASSIST #Newsletter! ✉
Get the latest news on our work supporting people seeking asylum, inspiring stories, upcoming events, and ways you can get involved.
Join today, just in time for our Summer update! 👇🏽
www.assistsheffield.org.uk/content/join...
#ASSISTSheffield #Subscribe
Get the latest news on our work supporting people seeking asylum, inspiring stories, upcoming events, and ways you can get involved.
Join today, just in time for our Summer update! 👇🏽
www.assistsheffield.org.uk/content/join...
#ASSISTSheffield #Subscribe
July 30, 2025 at 2:29 PM
Subscribe to the ASSIST #Newsletter! ✉
Get the latest news on our work supporting people seeking asylum, inspiring stories, upcoming events, and ways you can get involved.
Join today, just in time for our Summer update! 👇🏽
www.assistsheffield.org.uk/content/join...
#ASSISTSheffield #Subscribe
Get the latest news on our work supporting people seeking asylum, inspiring stories, upcoming events, and ways you can get involved.
Join today, just in time for our Summer update! 👇🏽
www.assistsheffield.org.uk/content/join...
#ASSISTSheffield #Subscribe
As hostility towards people seeking sanctuary escalates, marked by far-right attacks like in Epping, one individual's courageous words stand out
"I hope you can be a voice for fairness and show the world that every refugee has a story."
👉🏽 Please read and share: tinyurl.com/3cwb54cj
#RefugeesWelcome
"I hope you can be a voice for fairness and show the world that every refugee has a story."
👉🏽 Please read and share: tinyurl.com/3cwb54cj
#RefugeesWelcome
‘Every human being deserves dignity’: asylum seeker in Essex hotel calls for understanding
Man housed at hotel targeted in protests writes letter urging people not to resort to harmful stereotypes
www.theguardian.com
July 29, 2025 at 3:17 PM
As hostility towards people seeking sanctuary escalates, marked by far-right attacks like in Epping, one individual's courageous words stand out
"I hope you can be a voice for fairness and show the world that every refugee has a story."
👉🏽 Please read and share: tinyurl.com/3cwb54cj
#RefugeesWelcome
"I hope you can be a voice for fairness and show the world that every refugee has a story."
👉🏽 Please read and share: tinyurl.com/3cwb54cj
#RefugeesWelcome
Community Power in Action at our AGM ✊🏽
We brought together people seeking asylum, volunteers, staff (past and present), trustees, partners & supporters to reflect on the past year and look ahead. It was an evening rooted in solidarity & community. 🧡
#CommunityPower #SolidarityinAction
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We brought together people seeking asylum, volunteers, staff (past and present), trustees, partners & supporters to reflect on the past year and look ahead. It was an evening rooted in solidarity & community. 🧡
#CommunityPower #SolidarityinAction
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July 24, 2025 at 2:39 PM
Community Power in Action at our AGM ✊🏽
We brought together people seeking asylum, volunteers, staff (past and present), trustees, partners & supporters to reflect on the past year and look ahead. It was an evening rooted in solidarity & community. 🧡
#CommunityPower #SolidarityinAction
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We brought together people seeking asylum, volunteers, staff (past and present), trustees, partners & supporters to reflect on the past year and look ahead. It was an evening rooted in solidarity & community. 🧡
#CommunityPower #SolidarityinAction
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@4refugeewomen.bsky.social led an open letter calling on the Government to include women seeking asylum in its commitments to end violence against all women and girls.
Violence doesn’t stop at borders, so neither should our support.
✉ Please read and share the letter below #WelcomeEveryWoman
Violence doesn’t stop at borders, so neither should our support.
✉ Please read and share the letter below #WelcomeEveryWoman
🚨🗣️ 52 influential women unite to urge the Government: do not abandon asylum-seeking survivors.
Violence does not stop at the border, and neither should our compassion and support for survivors.
Read more: www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2025...
#WelcomeEveryWoman
Violence does not stop at the border, and neither should our compassion and support for survivors.
Read more: www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2025...
#WelcomeEveryWoman
Influential women urge Labour to include asylum seekers in plan to tackle violence
Exclusive: Letter warns of ‘two-tier’ system if asylum seekers are excluded from promise to halve violence against women and girls
www.theguardian.com
July 23, 2025 at 2:28 PM
@4refugeewomen.bsky.social led an open letter calling on the Government to include women seeking asylum in its commitments to end violence against all women and girls.
Violence doesn’t stop at borders, so neither should our support.
✉ Please read and share the letter below #WelcomeEveryWoman
Violence doesn’t stop at borders, so neither should our support.
✉ Please read and share the letter below #WelcomeEveryWoman
We're saying farewell to two incredible team members. Samya is stepping back after 3 years, thankfully it's not a permanent goodbye. Gaby is off to a new frontline role. 🧡
Now, we're looking for driven individuals to join ASSIST and make a difference for people seeking asylum in Sheffield. ⏬
Now, we're looking for driven individuals to join ASSIST and make a difference for people seeking asylum in Sheffield. ⏬
July 14, 2025 at 6:11 PM
We're saying farewell to two incredible team members. Samya is stepping back after 3 years, thankfully it's not a permanent goodbye. Gaby is off to a new frontline role. 🧡
Now, we're looking for driven individuals to join ASSIST and make a difference for people seeking asylum in Sheffield. ⏬
Now, we're looking for driven individuals to join ASSIST and make a difference for people seeking asylum in Sheffield. ⏬
Reposted by ASSIST Sheffield 🧡
"It's been a horrific moral failure and a total pragmatic failure."
🔊Listen to @zoejardiniere.bsky.social on @bbcnewsnight.bsky.social last night.
bsky.app/profile/impl...
🔊Listen to @zoejardiniere.bsky.social on @bbcnewsnight.bsky.social last night.
bsky.app/profile/impl...
Zoe Gardener calls our Labour and the Conservatives over small boat arrivals @zoejardiniere.bsky.social
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July 8, 2025 at 11:14 AM
"It's been a horrific moral failure and a total pragmatic failure."
🔊Listen to @zoejardiniere.bsky.social on @bbcnewsnight.bsky.social last night.
bsky.app/profile/impl...
🔊Listen to @zoejardiniere.bsky.social on @bbcnewsnight.bsky.social last night.
bsky.app/profile/impl...