Barrie Stephenson
@barstep.bsky.social
Founder of housing charity Restore, Owner @digistories, Christian Pilgrim, “Inclusive Evangelical”, Cyclist (I stop at red), runner, walker, ex BBC. Opinions my own (but you’re welcome to share them)
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I’m calling on the UK Government to seriously review its presence on X (formerly Twitter) and then leave. It’s not just a communication channel anymore. Read more:
www.politicshome.com/news/article... 1/10
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Labour MPs Call For A More Serious Review Of The Government's Use Of X
Labour MPs are calling for ministers to take control of decisions over the government’s continued use of X, as concerns grow about the platform’s s...
www.politicshome.com
November 20, 2025 at 12:04 PM
I’m calling on the UK Government to seriously review its presence on X (formerly Twitter) and then leave. It’s not just a communication channel anymore. Read more:
www.politicshome.com/news/article... 1/10
www.politicshome.com/news/article... 1/10
Restore has entered ten people in the York 10k on Sunday and one of them has dropped out. I have offered to fill the gap. I have a target of £150 to reach in the next few days. If you feel able and willing here’s the link to my fundraising page. www.totalgiving.co.uk/mypage/resto...
York 10k 2025
Barrie is raising money for Restore (York) Limited. Donate at https://givi.ng/cpc2
www.totalgiving.co.uk
July 30, 2025 at 8:33 PM
Restore has entered ten people in the York 10k on Sunday and one of them has dropped out. I have offered to fill the gap. I have a target of £150 to reach in the next few days. If you feel able and willing here’s the link to my fundraising page. www.totalgiving.co.uk/mypage/resto...
Did I just hear a tick of the Doomsday Clock? www.bbc.co.uk/news/live/cz... #nuclearrearmament #defencespending #uk #starmer
'Threat of Russia cannot be ignored' Starmer tells BBC as he unveils defence spending plans
But pressed on when defence spending will hit 3% of GDP, Starmer tells the Today programme he doesn't believe in
www.bbc.co.uk
June 2, 2025 at 8:17 AM
Did I just hear a tick of the Doomsday Clock? www.bbc.co.uk/news/live/cz... #nuclearrearmament #defencespending #uk #starmer
Hearing “Icebergs the size of Norwich” in a BBC News bulletin - caused me to spontaneously burst out laughing.
#norwich #bbcnews #iceberg #laughter
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
#norwich #bbcnews #iceberg #laughter
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
Iceberg tracks found off UK coast could shed light on Antarctica
Deep tracks gouged in the seafloor off the coast of Scotland could help us understand Antarctica today.
www.bbc.co.uk
April 24, 2025 at 12:08 PM
Hearing “Icebergs the size of Norwich” in a BBC News bulletin - caused me to spontaneously burst out laughing.
#norwich #bbcnews #iceberg #laughter
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
#norwich #bbcnews #iceberg #laughter
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
I’ve just watched a Party Political Broadcast from Reform. Nigel Farage is claiming they will stop the boats, stop illegal immigration and stop the rise in the population. How, if someone votes Reform at a local government election can Reform do any of those things? It was a lie. #localelections
April 23, 2025 at 6:17 PM
I’ve just watched a Party Political Broadcast from Reform. Nigel Farage is claiming they will stop the boats, stop illegal immigration and stop the rise in the population. How, if someone votes Reform at a local government election can Reform do any of those things? It was a lie. #localelections
The last few verses of Ecclesiastes 9
“The quiet words of the wise are more to be heeded
than the shouting of a ruler among fools.
Wisdom is better than weapons of war,
but one bungler destroys much good.”
“The quiet words of the wise are more to be heeded
than the shouting of a ruler among fools.
Wisdom is better than weapons of war,
but one bungler destroys much good.”
February 27, 2025 at 11:24 PM
The last few verses of Ecclesiastes 9
“The quiet words of the wise are more to be heeded
than the shouting of a ruler among fools.
Wisdom is better than weapons of war,
but one bungler destroys much good.”
“The quiet words of the wise are more to be heeded
than the shouting of a ruler among fools.
Wisdom is better than weapons of war,
but one bungler destroys much good.”
I agree with Pritti Patel, when she refused to, in her words, play ‘soundbite politics’. That’s why Laura Kuenssberg and her stand-in, Victoria Derbyshire annoy me so much. Nevermind the story, where’s the soundbite. It ruins the BBC’s flagship politics show. @bbclaurak.bsky.social
February 16, 2025 at 9:11 PM
I agree with Pritti Patel, when she refused to, in her words, play ‘soundbite politics’. That’s why Laura Kuenssberg and her stand-in, Victoria Derbyshire annoy me so much. Nevermind the story, where’s the soundbite. It ruins the BBC’s flagship politics show. @bbclaurak.bsky.social
A true prophet in our midst www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025...
Bishop calls on Trump to ‘have mercy’ on migrants and LGBTQ+ people
Right Rev Mariann Budde’s appeal amounts to bold public criticism and prompts frosty response from US president
www.theguardian.com
January 22, 2025 at 11:16 AM
A true prophet in our midst www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025...
There’s something wrong with US democracy when one man wields so much power. Where are the checks and balances? #uspolitics #trump #democracy #uspresident #abuseofpower
January 21, 2025 at 10:11 AM
There’s something wrong with US democracy when one man wields so much power. Where are the checks and balances? #uspolitics #trump #democracy #uspresident #abuseofpower
Great snow pictures on YokMix site #uksnow Fallen snow is wet and just a few flakes still falling. yorkmix.com/pictures-sno...
Pictures: Snow hits York as council issues warning to residents
Here’s how it’s looking out there
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January 5, 2025 at 9:46 AM
Great snow pictures on YokMix site #uksnow Fallen snow is wet and just a few flakes still falling. yorkmix.com/pictures-sno...
January 5, 2025 at 7:29 AM
January 5, 2025 at 6:16 AM
@uksnowmap.com Thanks for moving to BlueSky - I deleted my X account months ago.
January 4, 2025 at 1:45 PM
@uksnowmap.com Thanks for moving to BlueSky - I deleted my X account months ago.
Perhaps Musk should be judged in the same court in which he is judging our politicians. Personally, the X courtroom is one I chose to leave some time ago but I’m sure he would be equally condemned by the same kangaroo #ukpolitics
Musk 'misinformed' on grooming gangs, www.bbc.com/news/article...
Musk 'misinformed' on grooming gangs, www.bbc.com/news/article...
Elon Musk 'misinformed' on grooming gangs, says Wes Streeting
The Conservatives have also criticised the billionaire for "sharing things that are factually inaccurate".
www.bbc.com
January 3, 2025 at 1:10 PM
Perhaps Musk should be judged in the same court in which he is judging our politicians. Personally, the X courtroom is one I chose to leave some time ago but I’m sure he would be equally condemned by the same kangaroo #ukpolitics
Musk 'misinformed' on grooming gangs, www.bbc.com/news/article...
Musk 'misinformed' on grooming gangs, www.bbc.com/news/article...
Look at this generous donation to York Foodbank from the residents of Claremont Terrace in York. We make a collection every Monday but this was the result of a special Christmas appeal. #foodbank #yorkfoodbank #york
December 10, 2024 at 3:33 PM
Look at this generous donation to York Foodbank from the residents of Claremont Terrace in York. We make a collection every Monday but this was the result of a special Christmas appeal. #foodbank #yorkfoodbank #york
@pipofsuffolk.bsky.social Please add me to cofepeeps
December 1, 2024 at 8:29 AM
@pipofsuffolk.bsky.social Please add me to cofepeeps
Laura Kuenssberg straining gnats and swallowing camels - as ever. Too much nit picking. Once she has harassed the minister over bus fares what has she proved? It’s not a big issue. #bbc #kuenssberg
November 17, 2024 at 10:18 AM
Laura Kuenssberg straining gnats and swallowing camels - as ever. Too much nit picking. Once she has harassed the minister over bus fares what has she proved? It’s not a big issue. #bbc #kuenssberg
I wonder how many CofE churches will mention the resignation of Justin Welby today? Prayers, support, distancing, standing with survivors ? #cofe
November 17, 2024 at 9:00 AM
I wonder how many CofE churches will mention the resignation of Justin Welby today? Prayers, support, distancing, standing with survivors ? #cofe
Leaving X - BlueSky or Mastodon?
November 16, 2024 at 8:07 PM
Leaving X - BlueSky or Mastodon?
Testing Croissant https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/croissant-cross-posting/id6670288979
November 16, 2024 at 8:04 PM
Testing Croissant https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/croissant-cross-posting/id6670288979
@gavaitchison.bsky.social That’s better - I can see who you are now 😀
November 14, 2024 at 7:03 PM
@gavaitchison.bsky.social That’s better - I can see who you are now 😀
Deleted my X account some time ago. Registered for Mastodon and now Blue Sky. Looking forward to some good conversations here. See my bio for interests. If you want to see my #Wordle musing I post them on @barstep@mas.to I’ll keep this feed puzzle free.
November 14, 2024 at 1:07 PM
Deleted my X account some time ago. Registered for Mastodon and now Blue Sky. Looking forward to some good conversations here. See my bio for interests. If you want to see my #Wordle musing I post them on @barstep@mas.to I’ll keep this feed puzzle free.