NB
@nb87120292.bsky.social
Parent carer. 2 kids, a partner. Intensive Interaction Practitioner. Rescue dog walker. Preserves maker. Cake baker. Theatre goer. Chocolate lover.
Jumbleberry jam, strawberries, raspberries and back currants from the garden. Blackberries from the hedgerow. Utterly delish!
July 25, 2025 at 4:52 PM
Jumbleberry jam, strawberries, raspberries and back currants from the garden. Blackberries from the hedgerow. Utterly delish!
The other place has logged me out! Annoying.
May 17, 2025 at 2:20 PM
The other place has logged me out! Annoying.
Shortbread mince pies cooling on a rack. Fresh, bright red cranberries in the pan. Nearly 10mins later, dark red cranberry sauce.
December 24, 2024 at 4:17 PM
Shortbread mince pies cooling on a rack. Fresh, bright red cranberries in the pan. Nearly 10mins later, dark red cranberry sauce.
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Today is Laura Booth's 30th birthday, her parents have sent mugs out so people can raise a mug in her memory at 7pm.
Laura was just 21 when she went into hospital for a routine eye operation. She never got the surgery, less than a month later she died #DeathByIndifference #LearningDisability
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Laura was just 21 when she went into hospital for a routine eye operation. She never got the surgery, less than a month later she died #DeathByIndifference #LearningDisability
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December 14, 2024 at 5:19 PM
Today is Laura Booth's 30th birthday, her parents have sent mugs out so people can raise a mug in her memory at 7pm.
Laura was just 21 when she went into hospital for a routine eye operation. She never got the surgery, less than a month later she died #DeathByIndifference #LearningDisability
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Laura was just 21 when she went into hospital for a routine eye operation. She never got the surgery, less than a month later she died #DeathByIndifference #LearningDisability
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There is no such thing as ‘healthy fear;’ it is actually emotional damage. Those who seek to manipulate children in this way should have no place whatsoever in the children’s workforce. Do something about this now, please @bphillipsonmp.bsky.social www.theguardian.com/education/20...
Top London academies face mass claims of emotional harm as Whitehall acts on crisis
Government says allegations ‘deeply distressing’ as dossier of allegations grows in wake of Observer investigation into Mossbourne schools
www.theguardian.com
December 7, 2024 at 7:18 PM
There is no such thing as ‘healthy fear;’ it is actually emotional damage. Those who seek to manipulate children in this way should have no place whatsoever in the children’s workforce. Do something about this now, please @bphillipsonmp.bsky.social www.theguardian.com/education/20...
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Adults referred for an autism assessment have been told the waiting list is so long in their part of the country that they may not be seen until 2043 www.thetimes.com/uk/article/t...
Think you’re autistic? We’ll assess you in 2043, says charity
Experts working on behalf of the NHS say they can no longer cope with a surge in people seeking a diagnosis
www.thetimes.com
December 7, 2024 at 7:27 PM
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BBC Mission Statement: The broadcaster is to “act in the public interest, serving all audiences through the provision of impartial, high-quality and distinctive output and services which inform, educate and entertain”.
They fail on impartiality, badly. Tory/right wing shills.
They fail on impartiality, badly. Tory/right wing shills.
With Farage back on Question Time last night...
...here is your reminder that Farage was on BBCQT a record-breaking 35 times before he became an MP.
And, further, that the panellist selection on BBCQT has been heavily slanted to right-wing think tanks and commentators over the years.
...here is your reminder that Farage was on BBCQT a record-breaking 35 times before he became an MP.
And, further, that the panellist selection on BBCQT has been heavily slanted to right-wing think tanks and commentators over the years.
An open letter to the BBC
Dr Russell Jackson, senior lecturer in communication and public relations at Sheffield Hallam University, writes to the BBC about Question Time
yorkshirebylines.co.uk
December 6, 2024 at 6:32 PM
BBC Mission Statement: The broadcaster is to “act in the public interest, serving all audiences through the provision of impartial, high-quality and distinctive output and services which inform, educate and entertain”.
They fail on impartiality, badly. Tory/right wing shills.
They fail on impartiality, badly. Tory/right wing shills.
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Surrey Coroner Richard Travers found today the death of 6 day old Hayden Nguyen who died in August 2016, was contributed to by neglect.
His parents, Tum and Alex, have spent £250k and years to right the record after an earlier inquest found he died from natural causes #OpenJustice Total respect
His parents, Tum and Alex, have spent £250k and years to right the record after an earlier inquest found he died from natural causes #OpenJustice Total respect
December 6, 2024 at 7:44 PM
Surrey Coroner Richard Travers found today the death of 6 day old Hayden Nguyen who died in August 2016, was contributed to by neglect.
His parents, Tum and Alex, have spent £250k and years to right the record after an earlier inquest found he died from natural causes #OpenJustice Total respect
His parents, Tum and Alex, have spent £250k and years to right the record after an earlier inquest found he died from natural causes #OpenJustice Total respect
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Very interesting watching this unfold, having spent years working on it cross sector and a few years researching belonging... www.tes.com/magazine/ana...
The 'belonging' converts are puzzling, but welcome
A headteacher reflects on how the former zeal for zero-tolerance approaches to behaviour is being replaced by something subtler – and better
www.tes.com
December 2, 2024 at 5:35 PM
Very interesting watching this unfold, having spent years working on it cross sector and a few years researching belonging... www.tes.com/magazine/ana...
Chicken arrabbiata with Parmesan dumplings, covered with a sprinkling of Parmesan, bubbling tomato sauce and golden Parmesan scones on top!
December 1, 2024 at 7:21 PM
Chicken arrabbiata with Parmesan dumplings, covered with a sprinkling of Parmesan, bubbling tomato sauce and golden Parmesan scones on top!
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It looks like Elon has had Grok reprogrammed after it accused him of being the most significant spreader of disinformation on X…
November 25, 2024 at 6:48 AM
It looks like Elon has had Grok reprogrammed after it accused him of being the most significant spreader of disinformation on X…
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November 25, 2024 at 6:44 AM
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Edinburgh was beautiful. Two days of glorious sun and one of snow.
November 25, 2024 at 9:28 AM
Edinburgh was beautiful. Two days of glorious sun and one of snow.
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Hello Bluesky people!
For new followers:
My work is around death/dying/learning disability & inclusive research. Here's a thread with my main research projects & activities.
Do share these posts with others who might be interested. Let's build and expand our Bluesky community!
For new followers:
My work is around death/dying/learning disability & inclusive research. Here's a thread with my main research projects & activities.
Do share these posts with others who might be interested. Let's build and expand our Bluesky community!
November 24, 2024 at 11:36 PM
Hello Bluesky people!
For new followers:
My work is around death/dying/learning disability & inclusive research. Here's a thread with my main research projects & activities.
Do share these posts with others who might be interested. Let's build and expand our Bluesky community!
For new followers:
My work is around death/dying/learning disability & inclusive research. Here's a thread with my main research projects & activities.
Do share these posts with others who might be interested. Let's build and expand our Bluesky community!
😱 govt advisor/psychiatrist!
Just when you think it can’t get any worse! 🤬🤯🤦♀️
Just in from DfE: #Autism is no longer a condition that can be confirmed by diagnosis. This is “everyone is a little bit autistic” as a way to imply that we are providing too much support. It’s not even close to the most ridiculous things said here!👇
Just in from DfE: #Autism is no longer a condition that can be confirmed by diagnosis. This is “everyone is a little bit autistic” as a way to imply that we are providing too much support. It’s not even close to the most ridiculous things said here!👇
November 18, 2024 at 10:50 PM
😱 govt advisor/psychiatrist!
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UK farmers are campaigning against inheritance tax on over £1m - which also has get outs - so it’s probably £3m for a couple.
UK govt say 500 mainly affected - which will include:
UK govt say 500 mainly affected - which will include:
November 18, 2024 at 10:53 AM
UK farmers are campaigning against inheritance tax on over £1m - which also has get outs - so it’s probably £3m for a couple.
UK govt say 500 mainly affected - which will include:
UK govt say 500 mainly affected - which will include:
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I'm looking to partner with those who work in #SEN as I've created some children's books which have been particularly effective with helping neurodivergent children with their emotions and feelings.
You can check them out here: thatsokay.co.uk/collections/...
#SENDco #Neurodivergent #ADHD #Autism
You can check them out here: thatsokay.co.uk/collections/...
#SENDco #Neurodivergent #ADHD #Autism
November 17, 2024 at 3:50 PM
I'm looking to partner with those who work in #SEN as I've created some children's books which have been particularly effective with helping neurodivergent children with their emotions and feelings.
You can check them out here: thatsokay.co.uk/collections/...
#SENDco #Neurodivergent #ADHD #Autism
You can check them out here: thatsokay.co.uk/collections/...
#SENDco #Neurodivergent #ADHD #Autism
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Luxembourg 86% of avg salary
Portugal 75%
France 68%
Germany 56%.
Even USA median-wage workers keep 35%
But in 🇬🇧 ? A measly 12% — the lowest in the developed world. Even if we include housing benefit, the UK still ranks 39th out of 42 rich countries — ahead of only Australia , Romania & Russia
Portugal 75%
France 68%
Germany 56%.
Even USA median-wage workers keep 35%
But in 🇬🇧 ? A measly 12% — the lowest in the developed world. Even if we include housing benefit, the UK still ranks 39th out of 42 rich countries — ahead of only Australia , Romania & Russia
The answer to this headline question turns out to be 'no', in several interesting ways.
Tom Calver has written an informative data-oriented article here, showing how our system compares internationally, and how public opinion is significantly skewed.
www.thetimes.com/article/c28d...
Tom Calver has written an informative data-oriented article here, showing how our system compares internationally, and how public opinion is significantly skewed.
www.thetimes.com/article/c28d...
Have people stopped working because benefits are too generous?
How tough is Britain’s benefits regime? Not tough enough, according to the British public, by a growing majority — or so we have told YouGov. Soaring economic inactivity plus attempts by successive
www.thetimes.com
November 17, 2024 at 10:10 PM
Luxembourg 86% of avg salary
Portugal 75%
France 68%
Germany 56%.
Even USA median-wage workers keep 35%
But in 🇬🇧 ? A measly 12% — the lowest in the developed world. Even if we include housing benefit, the UK still ranks 39th out of 42 rich countries — ahead of only Australia , Romania & Russia
Portugal 75%
France 68%
Germany 56%.
Even USA median-wage workers keep 35%
But in 🇬🇧 ? A measly 12% — the lowest in the developed world. Even if we include housing benefit, the UK still ranks 39th out of 42 rich countries — ahead of only Australia , Romania & Russia
Marry me chicken. A bit too rich for my liking. Should have reduced the quantity of cream.
November 17, 2024 at 8:52 PM
Marry me chicken. A bit too rich for my liking. Should have reduced the quantity of cream.
Meatballs in a chilli and tomato sauce. All cooking up in a big pot. Dinner for tomorrow. 😋
November 17, 2024 at 8:51 PM
Meatballs in a chilli and tomato sauce. All cooking up in a big pot. Dinner for tomorrow. 😋
2024 batch of crab apple jelly. Bright crimson apples, washed, chopped, covered in water, simmered, mashed and put through a jelly bag. Sugar added to liquid, slowly melted and then a rolling boil
November 17, 2024 at 8:49 PM
2024 batch of crab apple jelly. Bright crimson apples, washed, chopped, covered in water, simmered, mashed and put through a jelly bag. Sugar added to liquid, slowly melted and then a rolling boil
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New research from the IFS showing the closure of youth centres during the 2010s was shortsighted. For every £1 saved, the costs to affected users, crime victims and public spending in the police and the criminal justice system amount to £2.85
ifs.org.uk/publications...
ifs.org.uk/publications...
The effects of youth clubs on education and crime | Institute for Fiscal Studies
Using quasi-experimental variation from austerity-related cuts, I provide the first causal estimates of youth clubs' effects on education and crime.
ifs.org.uk
November 14, 2024 at 9:13 AM
New research from the IFS showing the closure of youth centres during the 2010s was shortsighted. For every £1 saved, the costs to affected users, crime victims and public spending in the police and the criminal justice system amount to £2.85
ifs.org.uk/publications...
ifs.org.uk/publications...
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What’s up Human Rights Advocates!
November 14, 2024 at 10:21 PM
What’s up Human Rights Advocates!
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Are DWP really debating vouchers for disabled people instead of money for PIP? This benefit helps with extra costs of disability and is a lifeline to many people.
October 2, 2024 at 10:24 AM
Are DWP really debating vouchers for disabled people instead of money for PIP? This benefit helps with extra costs of disability and is a lifeline to many people.