Stef
@stefvslife.bsky.social
Textile art meets public health.
Disability Justice
Fan of autumn
They/Them
Disability Justice
Fan of autumn
They/Them
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In her UK Budget, Reeves is increasing the tax burden on ordinary citizens to avoid taxing vast wealth. Then she’ll wonder why the economy doesn’t grow! The economy is made by millions of us spending our pounds, not by multi-millionaires buying a new yacht or aircraft.
November 26, 2025 at 12:38 PM
In her UK Budget, Reeves is increasing the tax burden on ordinary citizens to avoid taxing vast wealth. Then she’ll wonder why the economy doesn’t grow! The economy is made by millions of us spending our pounds, not by multi-millionaires buying a new yacht or aircraft.
Make BSL mandatory in UK schools now!
Can you spare a minute to help this campaign?
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October 18, 2025 at 9:26 AM
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How fucking DARE the home secretary conflate marching peacefully against a genocide and this despicable terrorist anti-Semitic attack.
We condemn genocide, and we condemn the Manchester attack.
Keep our names out of your mouth, you lowlife www.theguardian.com/uk-news/live...
We condemn genocide, and we condemn the Manchester attack.
Keep our names out of your mouth, you lowlife www.theguardian.com/uk-news/live...
Manchester synagogue victims named as home secretary criticises pro-Palestine marches – latest
The men were killed when an attacker used a car to ram into the grounds of a synagogue, then stabbed worshippers
www.theguardian.com
October 3, 2025 at 8:19 AM
How fucking DARE the home secretary conflate marching peacefully against a genocide and this despicable terrorist anti-Semitic attack.
We condemn genocide, and we condemn the Manchester attack.
Keep our names out of your mouth, you lowlife www.theguardian.com/uk-news/live...
We condemn genocide, and we condemn the Manchester attack.
Keep our names out of your mouth, you lowlife www.theguardian.com/uk-news/live...
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Good Morning Britain's "counter terrorism policing experts" are axe-grinding ideological propagandists. This is the way to reject the partisan reporting we'll all see so much of in the coming weeks bsky.app/profile/saul...
@zackpolanski.bsky.social is asked about people still protesting against Israels actions in Gaza in the aftermath of yesterdays attack on Jews in Manchester #GMB
October 3, 2025 at 10:01 AM
Good Morning Britain's "counter terrorism policing experts" are axe-grinding ideological propagandists. This is the way to reject the partisan reporting we'll all see so much of in the coming weeks bsky.app/profile/saul...
I stand with @DeclassifiedUK.org - I've just signed my name. Join me in telling Westminster that you care about freedom of the press.
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secure.declassifieduk.org/page/178447/...
Defend Press Freedom
I stand with Declassified UK - I've just signed my name. Join me in telling Westminster that you care about freedom of the press.
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October 3, 2025 at 10:37 AM
I stand with @DeclassifiedUK.org - I've just signed my name. Join me in telling Westminster that you care about freedom of the press.
secure.declassifieduk.org/page/178447/...
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…… unless they are members of Palestine Action or anti-Zionist Jews like my dad, who is being charged for allegedly publicly calling for a protest outside the BBC (he didn’t even actually do it!)
www.reuters.com/world/uk/uk-...
www.reuters.com/world/uk/uk-...
UK PM Starmer says people have a right to 'peaceful protest' after anti-migrant march
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer said people have a right to peaceful protest after more than 100,000 demonstrators joined an anti-immigration march through London on Saturday, but he condemned assaults on police and said Britain was built on tolerance and diversity.
www.reuters.com
September 14, 2025 at 6:10 PM
…… unless they are members of Palestine Action or anti-Zionist Jews like my dad, who is being charged for allegedly publicly calling for a protest outside the BBC (he didn’t even actually do it!)
www.reuters.com/world/uk/uk-...
www.reuters.com/world/uk/uk-...
Pretty twisted having a weird xenophobic rally using your own damn flag to demonstrate how much you hate migrants.. Like, you supposedly love your flag and country but you're using it as a hate symbol? Where's the genuine passion for your culture in that? Tf
September 14, 2025 at 6:34 PM
Pretty twisted having a weird xenophobic rally using your own damn flag to demonstrate how much you hate migrants.. Like, you supposedly love your flag and country but you're using it as a hate symbol? Where's the genuine passion for your culture in that? Tf
Disabled folks and carers in the UK:
Scope is looking for answers (anonymous or named) to some questions on how your MP interacts with you.
They're going to meet with MPs and share your responses.
Get involved!
campaigns.scope.org.uk/page/175807/...
Scope is looking for answers (anonymous or named) to some questions on how your MP interacts with you.
They're going to meet with MPs and share your responses.
Get involved!
campaigns.scope.org.uk/page/175807/...
Does your MP engage well with you?
Let them know today.
campaigns.scope.org.uk
August 7, 2025 at 7:48 PM
Disabled folks and carers in the UK:
Scope is looking for answers (anonymous or named) to some questions on how your MP interacts with you.
They're going to meet with MPs and share your responses.
Get involved!
campaigns.scope.org.uk/page/175807/...
Scope is looking for answers (anonymous or named) to some questions on how your MP interacts with you.
They're going to meet with MPs and share your responses.
Get involved!
campaigns.scope.org.uk/page/175807/...
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No I don't want "humane" deportations, for the same reason I don't want "friendly" cops in schools or "understanding" genital inspectors at sporting events.
The problem is the fascism, not that the fascism is rude.
The problem is the fascism, not that the fascism is rude.
July 29, 2025 at 2:29 PM
No I don't want "humane" deportations, for the same reason I don't want "friendly" cops in schools or "understanding" genital inspectors at sporting events.
The problem is the fascism, not that the fascism is rude.
The problem is the fascism, not that the fascism is rude.
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The Final Delivery Plan for ME/CFS has been released today.
The full report was shared with some organisations and media outlets late yesterday. We’re (still) waiting for it to go online.
A short 🧵with some thoughts…
(1/)
The full report was shared with some organisations and media outlets late yesterday. We’re (still) waiting for it to go online.
A short 🧵with some thoughts…
(1/)
July 22, 2025 at 11:37 AM
The Final Delivery Plan for ME/CFS has been released today.
The full report was shared with some organisations and media outlets late yesterday. We’re (still) waiting for it to go online.
A short 🧵with some thoughts…
(1/)
The full report was shared with some organisations and media outlets late yesterday. We’re (still) waiting for it to go online.
A short 🧵with some thoughts…
(1/)
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‘Section 28 2.0’: New “transphobic” curriculum restricts teachers from encouraging Trans+ pupils to understand their identity 👇
https://www.wearequeeraf.com/section-28-2-0-new-transphobic-curriculum-restricts-teachers-from-encouraging-trans-pupils-to-understand-their-identity/
https://www.wearequeeraf.com/section-28-2-0-new-transphobic-curriculum-restricts-teachers-from-encouraging-trans-pupils-to-understand-their-identity/
RSE guidance is “patently and cruelly transphobic” - community responds to ‘Section 28 2.0’ curriculum
It has taken a "trans exclusionary" approach and received widespread condemnation from the LGBTQIA+ community
www.wearequeeraf.com
July 19, 2025 at 9:08 AM
‘Section 28 2.0’: New “transphobic” curriculum restricts teachers from encouraging Trans+ pupils to understand their identity 👇
https://www.wearequeeraf.com/section-28-2-0-new-transphobic-curriculum-restricts-teachers-from-encouraging-trans-pupils-to-understand-their-identity/
https://www.wearequeeraf.com/section-28-2-0-new-transphobic-curriculum-restricts-teachers-from-encouraging-trans-pupils-to-understand-their-identity/
As an artist for the Chronic Pain Project I've been asked to participate in their fundraiser Rest & Invest
I have a link if you'd like to donate, the money will go towards the cost of exhibitions and funding materials and shipping costs for artists who need it.
app.99pledges.com/fund/chronic...
I have a link if you'd like to donate, the money will go towards the cost of exhibitions and funding materials and shipping costs for artists who need it.
app.99pledges.com/fund/chronic...
Invest in Rest Fundraiser
CPP Summer fundraiser 2025
app.99pledges.com
July 19, 2025 at 8:29 AM
As an artist for the Chronic Pain Project I've been asked to participate in their fundraiser Rest & Invest
I have a link if you'd like to donate, the money will go towards the cost of exhibitions and funding materials and shipping costs for artists who need it.
app.99pledges.com/fund/chronic...
I have a link if you'd like to donate, the money will go towards the cost of exhibitions and funding materials and shipping costs for artists who need it.
app.99pledges.com/fund/chronic...
Want to highlight this point:
ANYONE taking antihistamines (lots of people are, pollen is very high) is at higher risk of heat-related illness.
Please check this thread for advice but make sure you're staying hydrated and keeping as cool as possible
ANYONE taking antihistamines (lots of people are, pollen is very high) is at higher risk of heat-related illness.
Please check this thread for advice but make sure you're staying hydrated and keeping as cool as possible
HEALTH CONDITIONS (cont)
Multiple regular medicines
Drugs that impair thermoregulation or fluid balance: diuretics, ACE inhibitors/ARBs, beta-blockers, calcium-channel blockers, anticholinergics, antihistamines, tricyclics, SSRIs, antipsychotics, lithium, opioids, sedatives.
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Multiple regular medicines
Drugs that impair thermoregulation or fluid balance: diuretics, ACE inhibitors/ARBs, beta-blockers, calcium-channel blockers, anticholinergics, antihistamines, tricyclics, SSRIs, antipsychotics, lithium, opioids, sedatives.
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July 12, 2025 at 11:58 AM
Want to highlight this point:
ANYONE taking antihistamines (lots of people are, pollen is very high) is at higher risk of heat-related illness.
Please check this thread for advice but make sure you're staying hydrated and keeping as cool as possible
ANYONE taking antihistamines (lots of people are, pollen is very high) is at higher risk of heat-related illness.
Please check this thread for advice but make sure you're staying hydrated and keeping as cool as possible
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🌡️ UK heatwave set to peak >34°C TODAY
The Met Office has issued an amber alert.
⚠️ Heat can kill - especially if you are Clinically Vulnerable.
1/🧵 - 🙏 ♻️
The Met Office has issued an amber alert.
⚠️ Heat can kill - especially if you are Clinically Vulnerable.
1/🧵 - 🙏 ♻️
![HEATWAVE
ACT NOW!
Drink water -small sips, .often.
Find cool - shade, fans, damp cloths.
Close & open -close curtains by day, open windows at night.
Check on others
check or visit older people, babies, anyone higher risk or alone.
Know the red flags:
Confusion, dizziness, fast breathing
'all NHS 111 / 999.
Clinically Vulnerable Families [logo]
Image: view from a closed window, distant skyline shuddering in the heat, curtains softly blurred as they droop in the still air.](https://cdn.bsky.app/img/feed_thumbnail/plain/did:plc:ubv6aix4vvpwhfepzi3z4vbl/bafkreia7pnlzlm5vuzjqpsujswkf7luiejxzp5zkrqyx73hzpsoy533sba@jpeg)
July 12, 2025 at 7:21 AM
🌡️ UK heatwave set to peak >34°C TODAY
The Met Office has issued an amber alert.
⚠️ Heat can kill - especially if you are Clinically Vulnerable.
1/🧵 - 🙏 ♻️
The Met Office has issued an amber alert.
⚠️ Heat can kill - especially if you are Clinically Vulnerable.
1/🧵 - 🙏 ♻️
www.bigissue.com
July 9, 2025 at 7:53 PM
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It’s partly because the bill and system is complex, MPs and journos struggled to grasp it. But truthfully, it is largely because PIP cuts are deemed to matter more. Many claimants have jobs! They’re deserving! Click on most news sites and you wouldn’t know there’s a vote tonight.
July 9, 2025 at 4:46 PM
It’s partly because the bill and system is complex, MPs and journos struggled to grasp it. But truthfully, it is largely because PIP cuts are deemed to matter more. Many claimants have jobs! They’re deserving! Click on most news sites and you wouldn’t know there’s a vote tonight.
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The ban on Palestine Action: how every MP voted leftfootforward.org/2025/07/pale...
Palestine Action: How every MP voted on proscribing them as a terrorist group
Find out who voted which way
leftfootforward.org
July 2, 2025 at 7:51 PM
The ban on Palestine Action: how every MP voted leftfootforward.org/2025/07/pale...
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Two bills have passed recently in Parliament: assisted dying and the welfare bill. In neither of the debates did long Covid or clinically vulnerable people get a mention. How can an estimated 409 million with long covid and 3.2 million in the UK not be relevant? Especially when our government is 🧵
July 2, 2025 at 12:04 PM
Two bills have passed recently in Parliament: assisted dying and the welfare bill. In neither of the debates did long Covid or clinically vulnerable people get a mention. How can an estimated 409 million with long covid and 3.2 million in the UK not be relevant? Especially when our government is 🧵
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So trans women can't give blood because biologically they are female and have female ranges for everything, but the NHS has decided we are legally male and we must meet male ranges in order to donate?
I want to scream. The science denial around trans people and biological sex is hurting everyone
I want to scream. The science denial around trans people and biological sex is hurting everyone
🧵 So the latest update from NHS Blood and Transplant. The nurse on the clinical team has spoken to the 'sex assigned at birth' team, and has been told there is no clinical risk to trans women *because* they are using the male donation interval, and male reference ranges. 1/9
July 2, 2025 at 9:55 AM
So trans women can't give blood because biologically they are female and have female ranges for everything, but the NHS has decided we are legally male and we must meet male ranges in order to donate?
I want to scream. The science denial around trans people and biological sex is hurting everyone
I want to scream. The science denial around trans people and biological sex is hurting everyone
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Disabled people aren’t the enemy.
Trans people aren’t the enemy.
Immigrants aren’t the enemy.
Stop allowing the fascists to dictate who you’re willing to sacrifice.
Refuse to see anyone as expendable.
We aren’t safe until everyone is safe.
Trans people aren’t the enemy.
Immigrants aren’t the enemy.
Stop allowing the fascists to dictate who you’re willing to sacrifice.
Refuse to see anyone as expendable.
We aren’t safe until everyone is safe.
July 2, 2025 at 3:15 AM
Disabled people aren’t the enemy.
Trans people aren’t the enemy.
Immigrants aren’t the enemy.
Stop allowing the fascists to dictate who you’re willing to sacrifice.
Refuse to see anyone as expendable.
We aren’t safe until everyone is safe.
Trans people aren’t the enemy.
Immigrants aren’t the enemy.
Stop allowing the fascists to dictate who you’re willing to sacrifice.
Refuse to see anyone as expendable.
We aren’t safe until everyone is safe.
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Ableism is one of the most acceptable forms of bigotry.
It’s everywhere. Disabled people are looked down upon by almost all groups in society.
Viewed as “useless eaters” and expendable.
Most people don’t even consider discrimination against us to be “real” discrimination
It’s everywhere. Disabled people are looked down upon by almost all groups in society.
Viewed as “useless eaters” and expendable.
Most people don’t even consider discrimination against us to be “real” discrimination
July 1, 2025 at 9:51 PM
Ableism is one of the most acceptable forms of bigotry.
It’s everywhere. Disabled people are looked down upon by almost all groups in society.
Viewed as “useless eaters” and expendable.
Most people don’t even consider discrimination against us to be “real” discrimination
It’s everywhere. Disabled people are looked down upon by almost all groups in society.
Viewed as “useless eaters” and expendable.
Most people don’t even consider discrimination against us to be “real” discrimination
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After govt's 11th hour 59th minute climbdown over PIP it's time for Reeves to go back to the drawing board and look for fairer and more sensible ways to raise money - like a wealth tax on multi-millionaires and billionaires to raise up to £24bn a year
July 2, 2025 at 8:17 AM
After govt's 11th hour 59th minute climbdown over PIP it's time for Reeves to go back to the drawing board and look for fairer and more sensible ways to raise money - like a wealth tax on multi-millionaires and billionaires to raise up to £24bn a year
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This poem by Patricia Berne, David Langstaff & Aurora Levins Morales, (from Skin, Tooth, and Bone: The Basis of Movement is Our People, A
Disability Justice Primer, pages 55-57) has become sacred to me over this trying year. In particular, I hold these words close, "You, yes you, are irreplaceable!"
Disability Justice Primer, pages 55-57) has become sacred to me over this trying year. In particular, I hold these words close, "You, yes you, are irreplaceable!"
December 27, 2023 at 10:27 PM
This poem by Patricia Berne, David Langstaff & Aurora Levins Morales, (from Skin, Tooth, and Bone: The Basis of Movement is Our People, A
Disability Justice Primer, pages 55-57) has become sacred to me over this trying year. In particular, I hold these words close, "You, yes you, are irreplaceable!"
Disability Justice Primer, pages 55-57) has become sacred to me over this trying year. In particular, I hold these words close, "You, yes you, are irreplaceable!"