Avery Bowser
@averybowser.bsky.social
Social Worker. Fostering Services Manager, Action for Children NI. BASW NI Committee. Co-author 'Social Work & Co-production' - ESSA shortlist 2022. 'If adoption is the answer, what was the question?' in The Future of Children's Social Care (eds Sen/Kerr)
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Unregulated crypto currency promoters replace bookies on Premier League shirts bit.ly/49CFFeP even though crypto is gambling with even worse odds than most bookies!
Premier League clubs have crypto sponsors not covered by Britain’s financial regulators | The Observer
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November 14, 2025 at 1:50 PM
Unregulated crypto currency promoters replace bookies on Premier League shirts bit.ly/49CFFeP even though crypto is gambling with even worse odds than most bookies!
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Tim Allan is PM’s head of comms. He also has a stake in a PR firm which has energy suppliers and horse-racing as clients bit.ly/4nVChii both of which could be hit - or not - in the Budget. Either way it is a conflict of interest
Keir Starmer aide in ethics row over shares in lobbying group
The Conservatives and Liberal Democrats are demanding an investigation into whether Tim Allan, the prime minister’s head of communications, broke rules
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November 14, 2025 at 7:41 PM
Tim Allan is PM’s head of comms. He also has a stake in a PR firm which has energy suppliers and horse-racing as clients bit.ly/4nVChii both of which could be hit - or not - in the Budget. Either way it is a conflict of interest
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Meanwhile, CEOs make 280 times the typical worker today.
The system is rigged.
The system is rigged.
November 8, 2025 at 8:30 PM
Meanwhile, CEOs make 280 times the typical worker today.
The system is rigged.
The system is rigged.
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One of the unacknowledged advantages of this awful era is that it's revealing for all to see the putrid connections between great wealth and great power.
The intentions of the oligarchs are fully exposed and more blatant than ever.
But remember: We outnumber the oligarchs.
The intentions of the oligarchs are fully exposed and more blatant than ever.
But remember: We outnumber the oligarchs.
November 9, 2025 at 2:00 AM
One of the unacknowledged advantages of this awful era is that it's revealing for all to see the putrid connections between great wealth and great power.
The intentions of the oligarchs are fully exposed and more blatant than ever.
But remember: We outnumber the oligarchs.
The intentions of the oligarchs are fully exposed and more blatant than ever.
But remember: We outnumber the oligarchs.
STV multi-member constituencies- lessons are all there to be learned from the island of Ireland
Ed Davey wants to 'work with government' on electoral reform - BBC News
Ed Davey wants to 'work with government' on electoral reform
The Liberal Democrat leader backs replacing first-past-the-post with proportional representation.
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November 7, 2025 at 6:51 PM
STV multi-member constituencies- lessons are all there to be learned from the island of Ireland
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Ed Davey wants to 'work with government' on electoral reform - BBC News
Ed Davey wants to 'work with government' on electoral reform
The Liberal Democrat leader backs replacing first-past-the-post with proportional representation.
buff.ly
November 7, 2025 at 10:17 AM
Ed Davey wants to 'work with government' on electoral reform - BBC News
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BBC Nolan’s Motability segment was built on falsehoods and stereotypes. Disabled people deserve better.
We’re calling on everyone — disabled people and allies alike — to send a complaint to the BBC.
Take action here: cutt.ly/ntqzsq6z
#BBCNolan #Ableism
We’re calling on everyone — disabled people and allies alike — to send a complaint to the BBC.
Take action here: cutt.ly/ntqzsq6z
#BBCNolan #Ableism
November 7, 2025 at 12:00 PM
BBC Nolan’s Motability segment was built on falsehoods and stereotypes. Disabled people deserve better.
We’re calling on everyone — disabled people and allies alike — to send a complaint to the BBC.
Take action here: cutt.ly/ntqzsq6z
#BBCNolan #Ableism
We’re calling on everyone — disabled people and allies alike — to send a complaint to the BBC.
Take action here: cutt.ly/ntqzsq6z
#BBCNolan #Ableism
@ralphmclean.bsky.social
www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/...
This was fascinating with a superb playlist. Had to dig out Rei Momo specially
www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/...
This was fascinating with a superb playlist. Had to dig out Rei Momo specially
Ralph McLean - Talking Heads - Author Jonathan Gould - BBC Sounds
Ralph explores the history of Talking Heads.
www.bbc.co.uk
November 6, 2025 at 7:21 PM
@ralphmclean.bsky.social
www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/...
This was fascinating with a superb playlist. Had to dig out Rei Momo specially
www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/...
This was fascinating with a superb playlist. Had to dig out Rei Momo specially
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The great #NeilYoung hits 80 next week. Let’s celebrate with a radio birthday party shall we? Fav NY songs and stories please!! #neilyoung80
November 6, 2025 at 1:43 PM
The great #NeilYoung hits 80 next week. Let’s celebrate with a radio birthday party shall we? Fav NY songs and stories please!! #neilyoung80
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These unconscionable cuts to a vital lifeline fund for some of the most vulnerable children & young adults in England are staggering - a 60% reduction from £7.5K to just £3K per child & even worse - these changes were introduced by the government without consultation, warning and no evidence base
🚨This is not what I expect from a Labour government
THESE SHOCKING cuts are staggering - a 60% reduction from £7.5K to just £3K per child - the Adoption & Special Guardianship Support Fund is a lifeline for some of the most vulnerable children & young adults in England
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THESE SHOCKING cuts are staggering - a 60% reduction from £7.5K to just £3K per child - the Adoption & Special Guardianship Support Fund is a lifeline for some of the most vulnerable children & young adults in England
youtu.be/7roDSM-GPBY?...
Devastating cuts for some of most vulnerable children in England is not what I expect from Labour
YouTube video by Peter Stefanovic
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November 4, 2025 at 10:21 AM
These unconscionable cuts to a vital lifeline fund for some of the most vulnerable children & young adults in England are staggering - a 60% reduction from £7.5K to just £3K per child & even worse - these changes were introduced by the government without consultation, warning and no evidence base
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I love to see stuff like this because it helps explain to people trapped in tech-sponsored information bubbles the actually obvious fact that universities teach people to know & think things, and AI is a way to produce the effect of knowing & thinking things w/o actually knowing & thinking them.
Opinion | Why Even Basic A.I. Use Is So Bad for Students
www.nytimes.com
October 31, 2025 at 11:13 AM
I love to see stuff like this because it helps explain to people trapped in tech-sponsored information bubbles the actually obvious fact that universities teach people to know & think things, and AI is a way to produce the effect of knowing & thinking things w/o actually knowing & thinking them.
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Today’s Halloween poem is called ‘Come, take this hand in yours’.
October 30, 2025 at 9:37 AM
Today’s Halloween poem is called ‘Come, take this hand in yours’.
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A Brucey bonus for you on the radio show tonight. Going deep into the new #BruceSpringsteen #Nebraska boxset. BBC Radio Ulster & Sounds from 8. Spread the word Boss fans! @brucespringsteen.net
October 29, 2025 at 1:24 PM
A Brucey bonus for you on the radio show tonight. Going deep into the new #BruceSpringsteen #Nebraska boxset. BBC Radio Ulster & Sounds from 8. Spread the word Boss fans! @brucespringsteen.net
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RADIO: The Divine Comedy Two Hour Special with Ralph McLean.
LISTEN AT: www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m...
👉 More info in alt text.
#TheDivineComedy #NeilHannon @ralphmclean.bsky.social
LISTEN AT: www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m...
👉 More info in alt text.
#TheDivineComedy #NeilHannon @ralphmclean.bsky.social
October 28, 2025 at 6:34 PM
RADIO: The Divine Comedy Two Hour Special with Ralph McLean.
LISTEN AT: www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m...
👉 More info in alt text.
#TheDivineComedy #NeilHannon @ralphmclean.bsky.social
LISTEN AT: www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m...
👉 More info in alt text.
#TheDivineComedy #NeilHannon @ralphmclean.bsky.social
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Opposing gerrymandering doesn’t mean Democrats should surrender to the MAGA power grab in Texas.
California's Proposition 50 would cancel out the seats that Trump and Greg Abbott are trying to steal.
Vote YES by November 4. www.youtube.com/watch?v=A4Hx...
California's Proposition 50 would cancel out the seats that Trump and Greg Abbott are trying to steal.
Vote YES by November 4. www.youtube.com/watch?v=A4Hx...
Trump Wants To Steal 2026. California Can Stop Him.
YouTube video by Robert Reich
www.youtube.com
October 28, 2025 at 3:33 PM
Opposing gerrymandering doesn’t mean Democrats should surrender to the MAGA power grab in Texas.
California's Proposition 50 would cancel out the seats that Trump and Greg Abbott are trying to steal.
Vote YES by November 4. www.youtube.com/watch?v=A4Hx...
California's Proposition 50 would cancel out the seats that Trump and Greg Abbott are trying to steal.
Vote YES by November 4. www.youtube.com/watch?v=A4Hx...
@ralphmclean.bsky.social Isn't Murmur just a great album? It rewards listening as an album - it's a coherent whole.
October 25, 2025 at 4:31 PM
@ralphmclean.bsky.social Isn't Murmur just a great album? It rewards listening as an album - it's a coherent whole.
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We are looking for care experienced parents to complete our survey to share some of their positive parenting moments. Our project aims to challenge stigma and promote positive outcomes. Please help if you can. All rts appreciated. Access the survey through the link or QR code: lnkd.in/eZ_wWUgZ
October 23, 2025 at 8:59 AM
We are looking for care experienced parents to complete our survey to share some of their positive parenting moments. Our project aims to challenge stigma and promote positive outcomes. Please help if you can. All rts appreciated. Access the survey through the link or QR code: lnkd.in/eZ_wWUgZ
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Just a few more days left to book for my workshop and reading as part of Waterford Writers Weekend 🍂🔮✨️
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October 22, 2025 at 9:46 PM
Just a few more days left to book for my workshop and reading as part of Waterford Writers Weekend 🍂🔮✨️
www.eventbrite.ie/e/a-workshop...
www.eventbrite.ie/e/a-workshop...
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Uncanny.
I will never for a moment wonder again how it could have happened. I see exactly how it happened. You just need one malignant narcissist and then a whole lot of ordinary, stupid people to give themselves over to either raw hate or determined indifference. It rides again.
I will never for a moment wonder again how it could have happened. I see exactly how it happened. You just need one malignant narcissist and then a whole lot of ordinary, stupid people to give themselves over to either raw hate or determined indifference. It rides again.
October 22, 2025 at 3:51 AM
Uncanny.
I will never for a moment wonder again how it could have happened. I see exactly how it happened. You just need one malignant narcissist and then a whole lot of ordinary, stupid people to give themselves over to either raw hate or determined indifference. It rides again.
I will never for a moment wonder again how it could have happened. I see exactly how it happened. You just need one malignant narcissist and then a whole lot of ordinary, stupid people to give themselves over to either raw hate or determined indifference. It rides again.
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#FPTPMaths
🇬🇧 Something is clearly wrong and undesirable in a ‘democratic country’
when:
🗳 26% of the votes can deliver over 45% of the seats 🫢
#FPTP
🗳 15% of vote’s can deliver:
Just 5% of the seats 🤷♂️
⤴️ ⤵️
🗳 15% of the votes can deliver 13.5%
of the seats 🤷♀️
#getPRdone
🇬🇧 Something is clearly wrong and undesirable in a ‘democratic country’
when:
🗳 26% of the votes can deliver over 45% of the seats 🫢
#FPTP
🗳 15% of vote’s can deliver:
Just 5% of the seats 🤷♂️
⤴️ ⤵️
🗳 15% of the votes can deliver 13.5%
of the seats 🤷♀️
#getPRdone
Seat Projection from this Poll:
RFM: 294
LAB: 118
LDM: 88
SNP: 47
CON: 36
GRN: 31
Others: 10
PLC: 7
[Just as FindOutNow are an outlier in one direction, YouGov are in another. Outliers aren't necessarily wrong, but it's worth noting that they are].
RFM: 294
LAB: 118
LDM: 88
SNP: 47
CON: 36
GRN: 31
Others: 10
PLC: 7
[Just as FindOutNow are an outlier in one direction, YouGov are in another. Outliers aren't necessarily wrong, but it's worth noting that they are].
October 21, 2025 at 11:14 AM
#FPTPMaths
🇬🇧 Something is clearly wrong and undesirable in a ‘democratic country’
when:
🗳 26% of the votes can deliver over 45% of the seats 🫢
#FPTP
🗳 15% of vote’s can deliver:
Just 5% of the seats 🤷♂️
⤴️ ⤵️
🗳 15% of the votes can deliver 13.5%
of the seats 🤷♀️
#getPRdone
🇬🇧 Something is clearly wrong and undesirable in a ‘democratic country’
when:
🗳 26% of the votes can deliver over 45% of the seats 🫢
#FPTP
🗳 15% of vote’s can deliver:
Just 5% of the seats 🤷♂️
⤴️ ⤵️
🗳 15% of the votes can deliver 13.5%
of the seats 🤷♀️
#getPRdone
Great conference as always from my colleagues @voypic.bsky.social 'Thrive not just Survive'. A well deserved Happy 30th Birthday!!
@actionforchildren.bsky.social
@actionforchildren.bsky.social
October 21, 2025 at 12:38 PM
Great conference as always from my colleagues @voypic.bsky.social 'Thrive not just Survive'. A well deserved Happy 30th Birthday!!
@actionforchildren.bsky.social
@actionforchildren.bsky.social
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A Quaker Learning Day will take place at Quaker House, Dublin on Saturday 1st November 2025. For more information or to register, visit our website:
quakers-in-ireland.ie/2025/09/18/q...
#Quakers #QuakersIreland #FaithinAction
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#Quakers #QuakersIreland #FaithinAction
October 18, 2025 at 2:58 PM
A Quaker Learning Day will take place at Quaker House, Dublin on Saturday 1st November 2025. For more information or to register, visit our website:
quakers-in-ireland.ie/2025/09/18/q...
#Quakers #QuakersIreland #FaithinAction
quakers-in-ireland.ie/2025/09/18/q...
#Quakers #QuakersIreland #FaithinAction
Instinct is continually to punch down.
Rachel Reeves has said she “can’t leave welfare untouched” this parliament, with the Treasury understood to be considering axing up to £1bn in tax breaks for a scheme providing cars for disabled people
www.theguardian.com/politics/202...
www.theguardian.com/politics/202...
Chancellor says she ‘can’t leave welfare untouched’ this parliament as budget looms
Rachel Reeves understood to be eyeing cuts to Motability scheme as she tries to plug hole in country’s finances
www.theguardian.com
October 18, 2025 at 7:42 AM
Instinct is continually to punch down.