Dan Edge
@danedge.com
Actor, Model, Pro Wrestler, Circus Aerialist, rep’d by @NicBoltMan
Access Coordinator/Consultant rep’d by @saraputtassoc
@equityuk.bsky.social Council Member
views & opinions mine
www.danedge.com
Access Coordinator/Consultant rep’d by @saraputtassoc
@equityuk.bsky.social Council Member
views & opinions mine
www.danedge.com
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Dan Edge
@danedge.com
· Nov 19
So thought I’d create one of these funky cool @bsky.app starter packs this one for my British or Britain based Deaf, Disabled, Neurodivergent pro actors so people can find us casting directors included 😉 want to be on this handy dandy list drop a comment and feel free to share ❤️ go.bsky.app/R9EbV9d
As the result of the assisted dying vote starts to sink in...I just wanted to send love❤️❤️
To all my Disabled friends and colleagues that fought so hard to try and stop the opening of this Pandora's
Box. I salute you.
Some of our worst fears have been realised. The fight has now changed and goes on
To all my Disabled friends and colleagues that fought so hard to try and stop the opening of this Pandora's
Box. I salute you.
Some of our worst fears have been realised. The fight has now changed and goes on
June 20, 2025 at 4:00 PM
As the result of the assisted dying vote starts to sink in...I just wanted to send love❤️❤️
To all my Disabled friends and colleagues that fought so hard to try and stop the opening of this Pandora's
Box. I salute you.
Some of our worst fears have been realised. The fight has now changed and goes on
To all my Disabled friends and colleagues that fought so hard to try and stop the opening of this Pandora's
Box. I salute you.
Some of our worst fears have been realised. The fight has now changed and goes on
Today is another challenging day for many Disabled People as the assisted dying bill is debated and voted on in the UK Parliament. This is a highly emotive issue. Everyone has their opinions. I like many Disabled People am fearful of this bill.
For a number of reasons here’s a list.
For a number of reasons here’s a list.
June 20, 2025 at 8:48 AM
Today is another challenging day for many Disabled People as the assisted dying bill is debated and voted on in the UK Parliament. This is a highly emotive issue. Everyone has their opinions. I like many Disabled People am fearful of this bill.
For a number of reasons here’s a list.
For a number of reasons here’s a list.
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Voting is now open in the Equity Committee Elections 2025!
This is the FIRST TIME EVER that all 16 of these committees are contested.
Support your union by voting wherever you are eligible to do so. Equity members, check your inbox for an email from UK Engage.
Voting closes 12 Noon on 4 July.
This is the FIRST TIME EVER that all 16 of these committees are contested.
Support your union by voting wherever you are eligible to do so. Equity members, check your inbox for an email from UK Engage.
Voting closes 12 Noon on 4 July.
May 29, 2025 at 1:34 PM
Voting is now open in the Equity Committee Elections 2025!
This is the FIRST TIME EVER that all 16 of these committees are contested.
Support your union by voting wherever you are eligible to do so. Equity members, check your inbox for an email from UK Engage.
Voting closes 12 Noon on 4 July.
This is the FIRST TIME EVER that all 16 of these committees are contested.
Support your union by voting wherever you are eligible to do so. Equity members, check your inbox for an email from UK Engage.
Voting closes 12 Noon on 4 July.
#TakingThePip visit the website here takingthepip.co.uk
More than 100 of the UK’s most high-profile disabled people urge the Prime Minister to abandon the “inhumane and catastrophic plans to cut disability benefits”.
My exclusive: www.theguardian.com/society/2025...
My exclusive: www.theguardian.com/society/2025...
Disabled celebrities urge Keir Starmer to scrap ‘inhumane’ benefit cuts
Exclusive: More than 100 people including Liz Carr and Rosie Jones sign letter criticising Pip and universal credit changes
www.theguardian.com
May 27, 2025 at 7:24 AM
#TakingThePip visit the website here takingthepip.co.uk
Solidarity and good work to my @sagaftra.org colleagues
SAG-AFTRA Statement on Fortnite’s Use of A.I. Darth Vader Voice and ULP Filing
SAG-AFTRA Statement on Fortnite’s Use of A.I. Darth Vader Voice and ULP Filing
www.sagaftra.org
May 19, 2025 at 5:38 PM
Solidarity and good work to my @sagaftra.org colleagues
Just want to thank Hugo Gye from @theipaper.com for raising the Film Industry when directly to Kier Starmer when it comes to this UK/US Trade deal conversations. It's much needed.
May 8, 2025 at 3:47 PM
Just want to thank Hugo Gye from @theipaper.com for raising the Film Industry when directly to Kier Starmer when it comes to this UK/US Trade deal conversations. It's much needed.
I oh so wish this wasn’t true but it 100% is …
When I'm doing access training, people often don't believe me that most buildings' evacuation policy for disabled people is 'get you to a stairwell and hope you're still alive when the fire's put out or people with better equipment arrive'.
I know why the only thing anyone will give us on this is a corporate faux-apology, I know it's about liability, but GOD I just want someone to say "you know what, we fucked up and we're sorry"
stop defending your policy and just acknowledge that it caused so much distress come ON
stop defending your policy and just acknowledge that it caused so much distress come ON
April 29, 2025 at 11:54 AM
I oh so wish this wasn’t true but it 100% is …
Fellow Deaf Disabled and Neurodivergent @equityuk.bsky.social members sign up to this if you can it’s important!
Equity members - happening tomorrow!
Join @Equity_DDMC to discuss responses to the forthcoming government green paper "Pathways to Work", which includes potential cuts to disability benefits.
Online, 24 April, 4-5pm.
More info and register here:
www.equity.org.uk/get-involved...
Join @Equity_DDMC to discuss responses to the forthcoming government green paper "Pathways to Work", which includes potential cuts to disability benefits.
Online, 24 April, 4-5pm.
More info and register here:
www.equity.org.uk/get-involved...
Pathways to Work | Equity
Discuss responses to the forthcoming government green paper, which includes potential cuts to disability benefits.
www.equity.org.uk
April 23, 2025 at 5:21 PM
Fellow Deaf Disabled and Neurodivergent @equityuk.bsky.social members sign up to this if you can it’s important!
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VOTE: your union, your choice 🗳️
The Equity General Secretary ballot closes at 12 noon on Friday 2 May 2025 - make sure your voting papers are returned by this date and time.
And remember voting is by post only!
The Equity General Secretary ballot closes at 12 noon on Friday 2 May 2025 - make sure your voting papers are returned by this date and time.
And remember voting is by post only!
April 22, 2025 at 2:26 PM
VOTE: your union, your choice 🗳️
The Equity General Secretary ballot closes at 12 noon on Friday 2 May 2025 - make sure your voting papers are returned by this date and time.
And remember voting is by post only!
The Equity General Secretary ballot closes at 12 noon on Friday 2 May 2025 - make sure your voting papers are returned by this date and time.
And remember voting is by post only!
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Everybody deserves to be safe at work.
Our new Fit to Fly checklist is designed to keep performers safe. It gives aerialists working in small “clip and go” venues the info they need to assess the safety of the flying set up.
www.equity.org.uk/advice-and-s...
Our new Fit to Fly checklist is designed to keep performers safe. It gives aerialists working in small “clip and go” venues the info they need to assess the safety of the flying set up.
www.equity.org.uk/advice-and-s...
April 22, 2025 at 1:23 PM
Everybody deserves to be safe at work.
Our new Fit to Fly checklist is designed to keep performers safe. It gives aerialists working in small “clip and go” venues the info they need to assess the safety of the flying set up.
www.equity.org.uk/advice-and-s...
Our new Fit to Fly checklist is designed to keep performers safe. It gives aerialists working in small “clip and go” venues the info they need to assess the safety of the flying set up.
www.equity.org.uk/advice-and-s...
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Unions must stand in solidarity with those affected by yesterday's Supreme Court judgement and defend trans women and men in the workplace and all walks of life. 🏳️⚧️🏳️⚧️🏳️⚧️
April 17, 2025 at 8:36 AM
Unions must stand in solidarity with those affected by yesterday's Supreme Court judgement and defend trans women and men in the workplace and all walks of life. 🏳️⚧️🏳️⚧️🏳️⚧️
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🚨NEWS🚨
Over 80 MPs At Risk of Losing Their Seats Because of PIP Cuts - Data from the Disability Poverty Campaign Group
There will be very real consequences for MPs who don't take the right stand against these cuts...
www.theguardian.com/politics/202...
Over 80 MPs At Risk of Losing Their Seats Because of PIP Cuts - Data from the Disability Poverty Campaign Group
There will be very real consequences for MPs who don't take the right stand against these cuts...
www.theguardian.com/politics/202...
‘Electoral wake-up call’: dozens of Labour MPs risk losing majorities over welfare cuts
New data shows cabinet ministers among MPs at risk as campaign to pressure government over proposed benefit cuts to step up
www.theguardian.com
April 15, 2025 at 9:51 AM
🚨NEWS🚨
Over 80 MPs At Risk of Losing Their Seats Because of PIP Cuts - Data from the Disability Poverty Campaign Group
There will be very real consequences for MPs who don't take the right stand against these cuts...
www.theguardian.com/politics/202...
Over 80 MPs At Risk of Losing Their Seats Because of PIP Cuts - Data from the Disability Poverty Campaign Group
There will be very real consequences for MPs who don't take the right stand against these cuts...
www.theguardian.com/politics/202...
Dear Reform local election candidates please know sending me any of your political propaganda 5 bits already wastes the planets resources much like any of your party members / candidates getting any publicity. I’m afraid hating immigrants and privatising the NHS is a no politely do one Thank you
April 13, 2025 at 10:43 AM
Dear Reform local election candidates please know sending me any of your political propaganda 5 bits already wastes the planets resources much like any of your party members / candidates getting any publicity. I’m afraid hating immigrants and privatising the NHS is a no politely do one Thank you
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We were at #BAFTAGamesAwards tonight calling on bosses to improve pay & conditions for video game performers through union agreements!
While it’s great to celebrate successes, bosses can’t ignore the poor pay & practices faced by the workforce #EquityGameOn
(Photos: Mark Thomas)
While it’s great to celebrate successes, bosses can’t ignore the poor pay & practices faced by the workforce #EquityGameOn
(Photos: Mark Thomas)
April 8, 2025 at 6:26 PM
We were at #BAFTAGamesAwards tonight calling on bosses to improve pay & conditions for video game performers through union agreements!
While it’s great to celebrate successes, bosses can’t ignore the poor pay & practices faced by the workforce #EquityGameOn
(Photos: Mark Thomas)
While it’s great to celebrate successes, bosses can’t ignore the poor pay & practices faced by the workforce #EquityGameOn
(Photos: Mark Thomas)
This is one of many reasons you join a union 👇🏻 especially as a performer / creative
📻 *WIN!!* BBC commits to 90 minute audio drama slot on Radio 4 following our #SADatTheBBC campaign. Focus on new dramas and original adaptations of stage plays.
Full story 👇
www.equity.org.uk/news/2025/wi...
Full story 👇
www.equity.org.uk/news/2025/wi...
Win for BBC audio drama campaign
Equity has welcomed confirmation from BBC management that longform audio drama will remain a feature on BBC radio. The move follows widespread outcry at the BBC’s decision earlier this year to cut aud...
www.equity.org.uk
March 31, 2025 at 3:49 PM
This is one of many reasons you join a union 👇🏻 especially as a performer / creative
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I’m always going to support MP’s that are supporting Deaf, Disabled and Neurodivergent people when it comes to these draconian cuts thank you for the support @richardburgon.bsky.social
I've launched this petition calling for wealth taxes, not disability support cuts.
I'll present this in Parliament ahead of any vote on these cruel cuts - as part of the campaign we need to get as many MPs as possible to vote down these cuts.
Sign here👇
www.change.org/p/tax-wealth...
I'll present this in Parliament ahead of any vote on these cruel cuts - as part of the campaign we need to get as many MPs as possible to vote down these cuts.
Sign here👇
www.change.org/p/tax-wealth...
Sign the Petition
TAX WEALTH – DON'T CUT DISABILITY SUPPORT
www.change.org
March 28, 2025 at 2:50 PM
I’m always going to support MP’s that are supporting Deaf, Disabled and Neurodivergent people when it comes to these draconian cuts thank you for the support @richardburgon.bsky.social
At the Disability Social Security protests in London this week I had a chat with #PoliticsJoe These cuts are still nonsensical, dangerous, and need to be stopped. As I said during my speech representing @equityuk.bsky.social which I might post later. It's time to move from resilience to resistance
Disabled people explain the real cost of Labour's welfare cuts
YouTube video by PoliticsJOE
www.youtube.com
March 28, 2025 at 2:40 PM
At the Disability Social Security protests in London this week I had a chat with #PoliticsJoe These cuts are still nonsensical, dangerous, and need to be stopped. As I said during my speech representing @equityuk.bsky.social which I might post later. It's time to move from resilience to resistance
I would love to sit down with @mrjamesob.bsky.social and @garyseconomics.bsky.social just to put a video of our chat out talking about how ridiculous the Disability Social Security cuts are!
March 28, 2025 at 11:31 AM
I would love to sit down with @mrjamesob.bsky.social and @garyseconomics.bsky.social just to put a video of our chat out talking about how ridiculous the Disability Social Security cuts are!
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🚨 Mad Dog Update 🚨
In response to our letter, EASI have confirmed they will be in contact with Mad Dog's liquidators, will keep Equity updated on their investigation & look to use their enforcement powers as appropriate.
Read what's happened so far👇
www.equity.org.uk/news/2025/eq...
In response to our letter, EASI have confirmed they will be in contact with Mad Dog's liquidators, will keep Equity updated on their investigation & look to use their enforcement powers as appropriate.
Read what's happened so far👇
www.equity.org.uk/news/2025/eq...
Equity calls on regulator to hold Mad Dog accountable for money owed to members
Equity has sent a letter to the Employment Agencies Standards Inspectorate (EASI), calling on the regulatory body to use its powers to ensure Mad Dog 2020 Casting is held accountable for failing to pa...
www.equity.org.uk
March 28, 2025 at 11:14 AM
🚨 Mad Dog Update 🚨
In response to our letter, EASI have confirmed they will be in contact with Mad Dog's liquidators, will keep Equity updated on their investigation & look to use their enforcement powers as appropriate.
Read what's happened so far👇
www.equity.org.uk/news/2025/eq...
In response to our letter, EASI have confirmed they will be in contact with Mad Dog's liquidators, will keep Equity updated on their investigation & look to use their enforcement powers as appropriate.
Read what's happened so far👇
www.equity.org.uk/news/2025/eq...
This 👇🏻
I’m seeing even well-meaning accounts criticise disability cuts as hitting “the most vulnerable.” Reminder: disabled people are not inherently vulnerable. We are vulnerable when governments choose to withhold the resources disabled people need to live dignified and secure lives.
March 28, 2025 at 5:25 AM
This 👇🏻
Angry thread incoming 🧵Yesterday I went to the Houses of Parliament to protest cuts to PIP. Only today to be totally infantilised by MP’s threatening to take away Disabled people’s “pocket money” how dare you! Our social security enables us to barely if at all meet the extra costs of being Disabled.
March 27, 2025 at 4:37 PM
Angry thread incoming 🧵Yesterday I went to the Houses of Parliament to protest cuts to PIP. Only today to be totally infantilised by MP’s threatening to take away Disabled people’s “pocket money” how dare you! Our social security enables us to barely if at all meet the extra costs of being Disabled.
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The ballot for Equity General Secretary is now open! Who leads the union over the next five years is down to Equity members - please use your vote.
Look out for your ballot paper in the post in the next few days. Voting is by post only.
More info: www.equity.org.uk/about-us/how...
Look out for your ballot paper in the post in the next few days. Voting is by post only.
More info: www.equity.org.uk/about-us/how...
March 25, 2025 at 3:14 PM
The ballot for Equity General Secretary is now open! Who leads the union over the next five years is down to Equity members - please use your vote.
Look out for your ballot paper in the post in the next few days. Voting is by post only.
More info: www.equity.org.uk/about-us/how...
Look out for your ballot paper in the post in the next few days. Voting is by post only.
More info: www.equity.org.uk/about-us/how...
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🚨 URGENT: Tell BBC Scotland to Save River City 🚨
Sign and share our petition now, save one of Scotland's best loved TV shows and protect vital jobs and creative opportunities 👇
www.megaphone.org.uk/petitions/te...
Sign and share our petition now, save one of Scotland's best loved TV shows and protect vital jobs and creative opportunities 👇
www.megaphone.org.uk/petitions/te...
Tell BBC Scotland to Save River City
Paul W Fleming, Equity General Secretary, called the move "short-sighted" and a "disaster for Scottish television", saying the move would have a disproportionately negative impact on...
www.megaphone.org.uk
March 18, 2025 at 4:46 PM
🚨 URGENT: Tell BBC Scotland to Save River City 🚨
Sign and share our petition now, save one of Scotland's best loved TV shows and protect vital jobs and creative opportunities 👇
www.megaphone.org.uk/petitions/te...
Sign and share our petition now, save one of Scotland's best loved TV shows and protect vital jobs and creative opportunities 👇
www.megaphone.org.uk/petitions/te...
This 👇🏻
At the heart of every attack on disability benefits is the myth disabled people “get perks”: a free car, loads of cash, a life off work. It misrepresents the reality of disability, whilst exploiting low wages and high living costs to make the public envy people in daily pain.
March 19, 2025 at 9:34 AM
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