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London based educators - Passionate about digital inclusion & community education. Love celebrating & serving this wonderful city’s diverse communities. ➜ Julie's posting for Lamplark.

Website: lamplark.co.uk

#DigitalInclusion #SocialInclusion #EdTech
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Number 1 for eleven years running. But who’s counting?

Greatest city in the world.

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November 8, 2025 at 4:00 PM
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We’re growing something real here.
We're about changing how research is done day to day
This is a community in motion.
@norfireland.bsky.social
#OpenResearch #PublicEngagement #ResearchCulture #ScienceWeek #NORFest2025
November 8, 2025 at 10:54 AM
Improve your job prospects and ICT skills and with our next ‘Digital Skills for Work’ course. This online course starts Monday 10th Nov (via Zoom) ➜ bit.ly/2XQ0K1B

#DigitalSkills #DigitalInclusion #AdultLearning #AdultEducation
Digital Skills Training - Lamplark
We offer high-quality digital skills training, digital inclusion classes and employment skills training to communities across London, Lewisham, Southwark, Greenwich - Lamplark
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November 9, 2025 at 8:35 AM
#FreeLearning OpenLearn offers free online learning from the Open University. OpenLearn attracts over 14 million visitors each year from around the World. Get inspired, explore new subjects and study online for free. ➜ www.open.edu/openlearn/

#LifeLongLearning #OpenLearn
The home of free learning from the Open University
Study hundreds of free short courses, discover thousands of articles, activities, and videos, and earn digital badges and certificates.
www.open.edu
November 9, 2025 at 8:29 AM
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Influenza season is kicking off in the Northern Hemisphere!

Your body can take up to two weeks to develop antibodies from the vaccine, so now’s the perfect time to protect yourself.

Get your seasonal influenza (flu) vaccine so your immune system is ready to go!
November 7, 2025 at 9:39 AM
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New poll: Over 70% of Britons say children will pay price of climate inaction. More here: https://bit.ly/4opcJLz
New poll: Over 70% of Britons say children will pay price of climate inaction
The UK public fears today’s children will pay the price of climate inaction, reveals a new poll by ActionAid UK, as Keir Starmer and other world leaders speak at COP30
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November 7, 2025 at 9:44 AM
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Our Carers Active Hub has lots of ways for unpaid carers to look after their own wellbeing and build physical activity into their routines.

💪 Find out more and get involved: https://www.carersuk.org/help-and-advice/your-health-and-wellbeing/carers-active-hub/
November 7, 2025 at 9:59 AM
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A huge thank you to all the amazing Volunteer Managers across the Citizens Advice network in Scotland.
Your care, expertise, and dedication ensure every volunteer feels valued and supported. 🧵(1/2)
November 5, 2025 at 2:52 PM
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On #IVMDay25, we’re saying a huge thank you to our Volunteering Leaders for all their hard work and support 💜
November 5, 2025 at 10:15 AM
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Jonny and Chris from Coldplay will be playing a special show at London's Hackney Church on 3 December for @crisis-uk.bsky.social and @warchilduk.bsky.social.

Enter now to win tickets: crowdfunder.co.uk/p/coldplay-h...

Prize draw closes 11.59pm (GMT) Monday 17 November. UK/European residents only.
November 4, 2025 at 3:13 PM
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Good news! Welsh Politicians just agreed to press ahead with a new homelessness Bill in Wales.

At Crisis, we’ll be following this closely to ensure its as strong as possible & that key changes which could transform lives are given the go-ahead.

Share to spread the good news.
November 5, 2025 at 12:54 PM
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If you're finding it hard to pay your mortgage, you might be able to:

➡️ Reduce your household costs
➡️ Switch to a cheaper mortgage deal
➡️ Reduce your mortgage payments

Find out more ⤵️
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#TeamHarlow
#Harlow

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October 15, 2025 at 9:23 AM
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What's happening with benefits take up? Well the latest statistics were published last Thursday (30/10/25), our director Phil has some insights, read his blog here zurl.co/YBSVW
November 5, 2025 at 11:41 AM
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#Debt can feel like a heavy burden, but our expert coaches are here to provide 1-to-1 tailored support to lighten the load 💪

We can assist with:
• Budgeting
• Grants
• Debt advice

Call 01903 251982 or email iis@arunchichestercab.org.uk to take control of your finances today!

#TalkMoneyWeek
November 6, 2025 at 6:00 AM
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"The Govt needs big ideas that can transform lives... A right to learn is one of those."

In guest article 2️⃣ of #GetTheNationLearning Week, Graeme Atherton, Vice-Principal, Ruskin College, Oxford (one of our awards finalists) reflects on opportunities presented by the Post-16 Skills White Paper.
We all have a right to learn. The post 16 skills white paper can help, but must go further.  - Get the Nation Learning
Graeme Atherton reflects on the opportunities presented by the Post-16 Skills White Paper, and the possibilities for further policies that can cement our right to learn.
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November 4, 2025 at 7:18 PM
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Technology is transforming our city in ways I couldn’t have imagined even nine years ago, and London is leading the way.

With our new Inclusive Talent Strategy, I want to ensure all Londoners have the skills they need to succeed so no-one gets left behind.
The digital revolution is coming to London, writes Sir Sadiq Khan | LBC
The digital revolution is an opportunity to drive good growth, writes Sir Sadiq Khan.
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October 23, 2025 at 1:23 PM
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'Evening Magnolia, St James's Church' (2024) by Melissa Scott-Miller
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October 23, 2025 at 4:15 PM
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'Piccadilly Circus Underground Station' (from 'This Is London', 1959) by Miroslav Šašek
October 21, 2025 at 6:54 AM
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Win for nature-friendly farming!

UK Government’s one-year extension of some nature-friendly farming agreements in England gives breathing space for those making space for wildlife on farms.

But it’s only a stop-gap, we need a long-term plan for the future 🧵 👇
October 15, 2025 at 3:36 PM
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⚠️1 week warning⚠️
Want to pick up Cúpla Focal or learn more about the history of the Irish Language?
Join our Taster/History Session as part of #LIF2025
All welcome - no Irish required!

🗓️6pm, 22 October 2025
🧭Rendall Building @liverpooluni.bsky.social
🎟️FREE: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1753116200...
LIF 2025: Irish language taster session
Free Irish language taster session as part of the Liverpool Irish Festival 2025.
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October 15, 2025 at 12:53 PM
Register to vote: Have you registered to vote? Have you got the right type of ID to vote?
You can register to vote here ➜ www.gov.uk/register-to-...
Apply for a free 'Voter Authority Certificate' here ➜ www.gov.uk/apply-for-ph...

#VoterID #RegisterToVote #NoVoteNoVoice #UK
Register to vote
Register to vote to take part in elections in the UK. Includes how to get on the electoral register and how to update your address on the register.
www.gov.uk
October 16, 2025 at 6:29 AM
Digital Life Skills: Managing your health online: Register with ‘Learn My Way’ and learn all about how to find information and access health services. ➜ www.learnmyway.com/explore-the-...

#DigitalInclusion #DigitalLiteracy #SocialInclusion
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October 16, 2025 at 6:28 AM
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It’s the feast day of Saint Teresa of Ávila today, often shown in art in a state of ecstasy.

Learn how to spot female saints in art 👉 artuk.org/discover/sto...

🧑‍🎨 John Armstrong (1893–1973) © the artist's estate / Bridgeman Images. 📸 Bridgeman Images
October 15, 2025 at 8:28 AM
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Black History Month: What is it and why does it matter?
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Black History Month: What is it and why does it matter?
First proposed in the US in the 1920s, the event was first celebrated in the UK in 1987.
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October 10, 2025 at 11:33 AM