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Rachel Cable
@rachcable.bsky.social
Woman of a certain rage. Ultra marathon finisher. Fierce about social justice.
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A busy Sunday reviewing the newspapers on BBC Wales, followed by running the Cardiff Half Marathon for @welshwomensaid.org.uk 💜 I’ve raised more than £1,000 - if you can support please donate at www.justgiving.com/page/rachel-... #RunningPunks
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Thank you to Natasha Asghar MS for raising this vital issue during yesterday's budget debate. We have previously warned Welsh Government that the funding gap risks shutting young people out of education. We now urge all parties to work together to protect learners, skills, and Wales’ future economy.
January 28, 2026 at 12:41 PM
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Learner voice at the heart of policy 👏

#Furthereducation learners from across Wales took centre stage at the final Cross-Party Group on FE and Skills this @Senedd.Wales term, sharing honest insights on post-16 education - from access to guidance to wellbeing and widening participation.
January 28, 2026 at 9:30 AM
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📢 ColegauCymru Manifesto Launch - North Wales

Join us in Rhyl on 12 Feb for the North Wales launch of Growth, Opportunity and Fairness. An opportunity for Senedd candidates and stakeholders to explore the vital role of #FurtherEducation in North Wales

Register: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/lansiad-ma...
January 26, 2026 at 2:39 PM
‘With the rise of far-right politics both in the UK and abroad, harmful narratives about the role of women have increasingly begun to circulate unchecked’ 👇
Women are facing a world where they are told their face holds more value than their voice. A world where their achievements can be minimised and disregarded because they aren't 'pretty enough' to be taken seriously ✍️Ella Groves wp.me/p8Mk4U-1dmy
January 26, 2026 at 10:22 PM
❗ Last chance ❗ @colegau.cymru is looking for a full time, permanent Communications and Events Officer, £31,486 to £35,199. Closes 31 January 2026. Grateful for any shares 🙏

👉 www.colleges.wales/en/page/care...
Join the ColegauCymru Team - ColegauCymru
We are looking for an enthusiastic individual to take on an exciting and challenging communications and events role in the further education and work-based learning sector.
www.colleges.wales
January 26, 2026 at 8:49 AM
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Every bloody year... #santesdwynwen #burnsnight
January 25, 2026 at 8:56 AM
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📢 We're hiring! 📢 @colegau.cymru is looking for a Communications and Events Officer (full time, permanent), starting salary - £31,486. Closes 31 January 2026. I'd be grateful for any shares. Diolch. www.colleges.wales/en/page/care...
Join the ColegauCymru Team - ColegauCymru
We are looking for an enthusiastic individual to take on an exciting and challenging communications and events role in the further education and work-based learning sector.
www.colleges.wales
January 12, 2026 at 8:16 AM
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Former Tory councillor admits drugging and raping wife over 14-year period
Former Tory councillor admits drugging and raping wife over 14-year period
Philip Young, who served on Swindon borough council, pleads guilty to offences against ex-spouse Joanne Young
www.theguardian.com
January 23, 2026 at 3:54 PM
Great to be at Coleg Sir Gar today with @plaidcymru.bsky.social's Education Spokesperson @cefincampbell.bsky.social MS. Grateful to talk through @colegau.cymru's aspirations for the future of FE, and the role it plays for our learners, employers, & communities 🛠️ 💡 👩‍🍳
youtu.be/VWeLnGPvedU #Senedd2026
Coleg Sir Gar & Coleg Ceredigion 2024
YouTube video by ColegSirGâr & ColegCeredigion
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January 23, 2026 at 4:03 PM
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Digital abuse is not a quirk of modern politics. It is strategic, misogynistic, and deeply personal ✍️Sarah Rees
The woman’s not for silencing - women can shape new leadership for Wales
Sarah Rees Online abuse is being used to push women out of politics. It won’t work. Wales needs women’s voices if we are to build a fairer future I did not come into politics to be a target. I came…
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January 22, 2026 at 9:00 PM
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📣 Learner voices at the heart of education policy 📣

#College learners from across Wales shared their lived experiences of participation challenges in #furthereducation with the Cross-Party Group on #FurtherEducation and #Skills at the @Senedd.Wales yesterday.
January 21, 2026 at 4:55 PM
The Welsh Government budget means a cut in funding for each college in Wales, creating an immediate funding crisis, with a funding shortfall across Wales in excess of £25million. Thousands of learners could find themselves with no college place this September www.walesonline.co.uk/news/educati...
Major Welsh employer warns of cuts over £25m 'funding shortfall'
Further Education College bosses claim there's a £25m blackhole in the budget which will see courses shut, jobs shed and students turned away
www.walesonline.co.uk
January 21, 2026 at 9:24 AM
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Be the first to hear when our London Marathon 2027 applications are open by registering your interest today 👇

welshwomensaid.org.uk/support-us/f...
January 20, 2026 at 5:54 PM
Today, the Welsh Government has published its final budget for 2026/27. The budget presents an unprecedented challenge for colleges - a funding shortfall across Wales in excess of £25million. Full reaction from @colegau.cymru here www.colleges.wales/en/blog/post...
Welsh Government budget risks shutting learners out of college - ColegauCymru
Today, the Welsh Government has published its final budget for 2026/27. The budget presents an unprecedented challenge for Wales’ further education colleges.
www.colleges.wales
January 20, 2026 at 4:13 PM
Pleased to meet with Leader of @walesgreenparty.bsky.social @anthonyslaughter.bsky.social to discuss the @colegau.cymru manifesto for #Senedd2026.

Growth, Opportunity and Fairness www.colleges.wales/image/campai...
January 20, 2026 at 11:09 AM
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In light of X’s failure to address the use of Grok to perpetrate tech-facilitated abuse, we have made the decision to cease using the platform outside of signposting to our Live Fear Free Helpline.

Our full statement can be found here:

welshwomensaid.org.uk/news/welsh-w...
January 14, 2026 at 4:56 PM
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Make sure to include yourself in the list of things you need to care of this week

Image: www.instagram.com/thelovelandf...
January 18, 2026 at 6:00 PM
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NEW YEAR, NEW CHALLENGE?

📣 We’re hiring!

* Communications & Events Officer *

Join ColegauCymru and help support further education and work-based learning across Wales.

🗓️ Closing date: 31 January 2026
🔗 Apply: www.colleges.wales/en/page/care...
January 8, 2026 at 4:03 PM
People ask me why I don’t run on a dreadmill…. 👇
#RunningPunks
January 16, 2026 at 11:33 AM
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We're looking for a new Campaigns and Events Coordinator to join our team! 📣

In this role, you would provide coordination of and administrative support to our Get the Nation Learning campaign; regional adult learning awards; and L&W events.

Find out more and apply by 1 February. 📝⬇️
Campaigns and Events Coordinator - Learning and Work Institute
learningandwork.org.uk
January 6, 2026 at 10:30 AM
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Nation of Sanctuary Awards 2026 nominations are now OPEN 🌟

Every day, incredible individuals and groups work tirelessly to create welcoming spaces. And now is your chance to give them the recognition they deserve!

✅ Everything you need to nominate is right here: wrc.wales/nation-of-sa...
Nation of Sanctuary Awards 2026: Nominations now OPEN! - Welsh Refugee Council
Last year, people across Wales shared a record number of nominations and stories that inspired, moved, and energised communities. Now we’re inviting you to celebrate even more extraordinary people.
wrc.wales
December 5, 2025 at 2:06 PM
Enjoyed being back at @llandrillomenai.bsky.social today. Next month @colegau.cymru is holding a manifesto event in north Wales focused on colleges’ asks for the #Seneddelection 2026. Feel free to DM me for details. More info coming soon 🤝

Growth, Opportunity and Fairness lnkd.in/eY-Rn2M6
January 15, 2026 at 9:43 PM
Glorious moonlit 10k 🏃‍♀️ Thanks for the company @susietsegay.bsky.social #RunningPunks
January 14, 2026 at 7:27 AM
📢 We're hiring! 📢 @colegau.cymru is looking for a Communications and Events Officer (full time, permanent), starting salary - £31,486. Closes 31 January 2026. I'd be grateful for any shares. Diolch. www.colleges.wales/en/page/care...
Join the ColegauCymru Team - ColegauCymru
We are looking for an enthusiastic individual to take on an exciting and challenging communications and events role in the further education and work-based learning sector.
www.colleges.wales
January 12, 2026 at 8:16 AM