@alisonjc.bsky.social
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In 1968 Finland banned for profit education, the few private schools that exist in Finland have to reinvest any profit they make or pay it back to parents.
It has been in the Top 3 in education for the last 20 years.
There should be no profit in education or healthcare.
It has been in the Top 3 in education for the last 20 years.
There should be no profit in education or healthcare.
December 1, 2025 at 9:08 PM
In 1968 Finland banned for profit education, the few private schools that exist in Finland have to reinvest any profit they make or pay it back to parents.
It has been in the Top 3 in education for the last 20 years.
There should be no profit in education or healthcare.
It has been in the Top 3 in education for the last 20 years.
There should be no profit in education or healthcare.
For my beautiful girl, Poppy, who left me last week. There’s an emptiness in my heart 💔 🌈 #dogsofbluesky
August 4, 2025 at 6:46 AM
For my beautiful girl, Poppy, who left me last week. There’s an emptiness in my heart 💔 🌈 #dogsofbluesky
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There are clear lessons so far - we need a fairer voting system & Labour needs a reset. Trying to out-Reform Reform doesn’t work. Instead of lurching to the right, government urgently needs to rethink its approach. It could start by addressing the genuine concerns of working people by taxing wealth
Support for Reform has surged – what does this mean for UK politics? Our panel responds | Gaby Hinsliff, John McTernan, Carys Ofoko, Caroline Lucas and Peter Kellner
Can Farage’s party now claim to be the official opposition? And what lessons should Labour and the Tories learn after a chastening night, asks our panel
www.theguardian.com
May 2, 2025 at 12:35 PM
There are clear lessons so far - we need a fairer voting system & Labour needs a reset. Trying to out-Reform Reform doesn’t work. Instead of lurching to the right, government urgently needs to rethink its approach. It could start by addressing the genuine concerns of working people by taxing wealth
February 15, 2025 at 10:22 PM
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Are you with me?
February 6, 2025 at 10:39 PM
Are you with me?
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Myself and Hank get up for the sunrise every day and think about Alba and the dogs no longer with us.
Then it’s off to help the street dogs.
We can’t change all the bad news and gloom in the world but we can do a little bit in our small corner. 💜🙏
Then it’s off to help the street dogs.
We can’t change all the bad news and gloom in the world but we can do a little bit in our small corner. 💜🙏
February 5, 2025 at 1:31 AM
Myself and Hank get up for the sunrise every day and think about Alba and the dogs no longer with us.
Then it’s off to help the street dogs.
We can’t change all the bad news and gloom in the world but we can do a little bit in our small corner. 💜🙏
Then it’s off to help the street dogs.
We can’t change all the bad news and gloom in the world but we can do a little bit in our small corner. 💜🙏
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The concrete is down! Tina's hospital takes shape
YouTube video by Happy Doggo
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January 31, 2025 at 3:27 PM
Chaste Snowdrop, venturous harbinger of Spring 🌱 #gardening
January 30, 2025 at 7:06 AM
Chaste Snowdrop, venturous harbinger of Spring 🌱 #gardening
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It's why I'm petitioning for a ban on fossil fuel ads in the UK , to halt these companies so flagrantly greenwashing their dirty reputations for financial gain – add your name now petition.parliament.uk/petitions/70...
Petition: Ban fossil fuel advertising and sponsorship
Advertisements encourage the use of products and sponsorship promotes a positive reputation & creates a social licence of trust & acceptability. In 2003 a ban on all tobacco advertising was introduced...
petition.parliament.uk
January 15, 2025 at 4:01 PM
It's why I'm petitioning for a ban on fossil fuel ads in the UK , to halt these companies so flagrantly greenwashing their dirty reputations for financial gain – add your name now petition.parliament.uk/petitions/70...
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It saddens me to my core that this magnificent chap has passed away.
I had the pleasure of his company whilst shooting a tv drama together many years ago.
His generosity of spirit and his extraordinarily unique talents were immeasurable.
Sleep well, Tony Slattery… you were an absolute delight! 🙌 x
I had the pleasure of his company whilst shooting a tv drama together many years ago.
His generosity of spirit and his extraordinarily unique talents were immeasurable.
Sleep well, Tony Slattery… you were an absolute delight! 🙌 x
January 14, 2025 at 6:27 PM
It saddens me to my core that this magnificent chap has passed away.
I had the pleasure of his company whilst shooting a tv drama together many years ago.
His generosity of spirit and his extraordinarily unique talents were immeasurable.
Sleep well, Tony Slattery… you were an absolute delight! 🙌 x
I had the pleasure of his company whilst shooting a tv drama together many years ago.
His generosity of spirit and his extraordinarily unique talents were immeasurable.
Sleep well, Tony Slattery… you were an absolute delight! 🙌 x
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This idea was from a panto sketch by teenagers who'd gone out and bought amazing 2nd hand sets of clothes to perform in.
They suggested only 5 new items a year and then seeing pics and reports of all the #fastfashion waste clothing dumped it seemed a no brainer.
They suggested only 5 new items a year and then seeing pics and reports of all the #fastfashion waste clothing dumped it seemed a no brainer.
Last year I promised myself I would buy no more than five new items of clothing, socks and underwear excepted. I managed that easily, only buying 3 things.
I'm sticking to same 5 item limit this year.
It does make me the scruffiest Peer, in my still usable but ageing outfits, but who cares?
I'm sticking to same 5 item limit this year.
It does make me the scruffiest Peer, in my still usable but ageing outfits, but who cares?
January 10, 2025 at 6:33 AM
This idea was from a panto sketch by teenagers who'd gone out and bought amazing 2nd hand sets of clothes to perform in.
They suggested only 5 new items a year and then seeing pics and reports of all the #fastfashion waste clothing dumped it seemed a no brainer.
They suggested only 5 new items a year and then seeing pics and reports of all the #fastfashion waste clothing dumped it seemed a no brainer.
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open.substack.com/pub/rorycell... Why #sophiefromromania is leaving Twitter- welcome to BlueSky new followers!
Why #sophiefromromania is leaving Twitter
In November 2022 I wrote a long piece here about my relationship with Twitter and why, despite “the chaotic reign of Mad King Elon” I would not be leaving.
open.substack.com
January 6, 2025 at 8:33 AM
open.substack.com/pub/rorycell... Why #sophiefromromania is leaving Twitter- welcome to BlueSky new followers!
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December 31, 2024 at 8:59 PM
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A truly remarkable woman, with astonishing personal courage.
‘Gisèle has forced France to stop looking away’: our panel on the Pelicot rape trial verdict | Rokhaya Diallo, Anne Bouillon and others
‘Gisèle has forced France to stop looking away’: our panel on the Pelicot rape trial verdict | Rokhaya Diallo, Anne Bouillon and others
All 51 men on trial have been found guilty, a fact that needs to prompt major changes in French society
One face and name dominated the streets of Paris on 23 November as the annual march marking International Day for the Elimination of Violence against…
www.theguardian.com
December 19, 2024 at 5:44 PM
A truly remarkable woman, with astonishing personal courage.
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I tried to read all the rapists names, and their sentences, but I became angry at the short sentences some of them have been given. I presume the judge was fair, but their crimes are disgusting/cruel, their excuses pathetic.
Huge admiration for #giselepelicot and her "Shame must change sides".
Huge admiration for #giselepelicot and her "Shame must change sides".
Dominique Pelicot found guilty of aggravated rape of Gisèle Pelicot. He was also convicted of making + distributing pictures and images of Gisèle Pelicot.
Dominique Pelicot has also been found guilty of making and distributing sexual images of his adult daughter Caroline and the wives of his sons.
Dominique Pelicot has also been found guilty of making and distributing sexual images of his adult daughter Caroline and the wives of his sons.
Pelicot rape trial: Dominique Pelicot found guilty of aggravated rape of Gisèle Pelicot – live updates
Five judges also convict Dominique Pelicot of making and distributing sexual images of his adult daughter and the wives of his sons
www.theguardian.com
December 19, 2024 at 4:27 PM
I tried to read all the rapists names, and their sentences, but I became angry at the short sentences some of them have been given. I presume the judge was fair, but their crimes are disgusting/cruel, their excuses pathetic.
Huge admiration for #giselepelicot and her "Shame must change sides".
Huge admiration for #giselepelicot and her "Shame must change sides".
One of the greatest performances of all time in one of the greatest and most heartbreaking films of all time
December 19, 2024 at 3:30 PM
One of the greatest performances of all time in one of the greatest and most heartbreaking films of all time
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Friends! Our little Miss Cleo is capturing people’s hearts as she navigates life being the only girl in an all male pet household.
Her new favourite place to rest is in the Christmas Tree. We’ll show you footage soon. 🎄💚🎄💚🎄💚
Her new favourite place to rest is in the Christmas Tree. We’ll show you footage soon. 🎄💚🎄💚🎄💚
December 16, 2024 at 7:12 AM
Friends! Our little Miss Cleo is capturing people’s hearts as she navigates life being the only girl in an all male pet household.
Her new favourite place to rest is in the Christmas Tree. We’ll show you footage soon. 🎄💚🎄💚🎄💚
Her new favourite place to rest is in the Christmas Tree. We’ll show you footage soon. 🎄💚🎄💚🎄💚
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As many friends have asked if they can help Cilla’s “little people” with their fundraising to purchase a Cilla friendship bench for the playground, here are the details.
Thankyou for asking. 🐾❤️🐾❤️
#Hedgewatch #cats
Share if you can! 💖
gofund.me/4a1fcfe7
Thankyou for asking. 🐾❤️🐾❤️
#Hedgewatch #cats
Share if you can! 💖
gofund.me/4a1fcfe7
Donate to Outwoods Primary School - A memorial for Cilla., organized by Cilla the Outwoods Cat Outwoods
Cilla, our beloved school cat passed away recently after a su… Cilla the Outwoods Cat Outwoods needs your support for Outwoods Primary School - A memorial for Cilla.
gofund.me
December 14, 2024 at 10:32 AM
As many friends have asked if they can help Cilla’s “little people” with their fundraising to purchase a Cilla friendship bench for the playground, here are the details.
Thankyou for asking. 🐾❤️🐾❤️
#Hedgewatch #cats
Share if you can! 💖
gofund.me/4a1fcfe7
Thankyou for asking. 🐾❤️🐾❤️
#Hedgewatch #cats
Share if you can! 💖
gofund.me/4a1fcfe7
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#Hedgewatchforcilla #cillaoutwoods a beautiful cat who is missed (Boo & Elsie)💔🌈
December 10, 2024 at 10:18 PM
#Hedgewatchforcilla #cillaoutwoods a beautiful cat who is missed (Boo & Elsie)💔🌈
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Private healthcare is lobbying Wes Streeting to sign a new PFI deal with them. Time is running out to ask Wes Streeting to say NO. Please add your name to this petition now. #NoNewPFI
weownit.org.uk/act-now/tell...
weownit.org.uk/act-now/tell...
December 7, 2024 at 6:06 AM
Private healthcare is lobbying Wes Streeting to sign a new PFI deal with them. Time is running out to ask Wes Streeting to say NO. Please add your name to this petition now. #NoNewPFI
weownit.org.uk/act-now/tell...
weownit.org.uk/act-now/tell...
Got a bit weepy youtu.be/o4OlL0OpbW8 the fabulous Mr Dick van Dyke
Coldplay - ALL MY LOVE (Official Video) (Directors' Cut)
YouTube video by Coldplay
youtu.be
December 7, 2024 at 6:40 AM
Got a bit weepy youtu.be/o4OlL0OpbW8 the fabulous Mr Dick van Dyke
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Dear @rthonwesstreeting.bsky.social
You said that part of the reason you couldn’t vote for the AD bill was the lack of adequate palliative care in the UK.
You are the health secretary.
Will you now pledge publicly & immediately to fix that?
Or are dying people not enough of a priority?
You said that part of the reason you couldn’t vote for the AD bill was the lack of adequate palliative care in the UK.
You are the health secretary.
Will you now pledge publicly & immediately to fix that?
Or are dying people not enough of a priority?
December 1, 2024 at 10:39 AM
Dear @rthonwesstreeting.bsky.social
You said that part of the reason you couldn’t vote for the AD bill was the lack of adequate palliative care in the UK.
You are the health secretary.
Will you now pledge publicly & immediately to fix that?
Or are dying people not enough of a priority?
You said that part of the reason you couldn’t vote for the AD bill was the lack of adequate palliative care in the UK.
You are the health secretary.
Will you now pledge publicly & immediately to fix that?
Or are dying people not enough of a priority?
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Hello there. Would you mind awfully helping us get to 25k followers here this weekend, please? We’re trying to break away from Twitter, you see. Thank you very much x
November 29, 2024 at 8:05 PM
Hello there. Would you mind awfully helping us get to 25k followers here this weekend, please? We’re trying to break away from Twitter, you see. Thank you very much x