Catherine Till
@catherinetill.bsky.social
Hungarian-born, one time architect, refugee, sinologist, handbag designer, then writer and volunteer.
Author of No Fence Made of Sausages, a tale of emigration, love and betrayal, from the turbulent heart of Europe.
Author of No Fence Made of Sausages, a tale of emigration, love and betrayal, from the turbulent heart of Europe.
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A tremendous triumph by @helenterrapin.bsky.social
Tremendous! This week's @rachelaliceroddy.bsky.social Millefoglie (puff pastry and cream sandwich cake)
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Never made puff pastry before & it turned out brilliantly. Crisp pastry with a delicious creamy filling.
No anxiety just immense joy! I'll be making this again.
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Never made puff pastry before & it turned out brilliantly. Crisp pastry with a delicious creamy filling.
No anxiety just immense joy! I'll be making this again.
May 22, 2025 at 7:07 AM
A tremendous triumph by @helenterrapin.bsky.social
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This week our #refugee volunteer took charge of the lunch at the Wellness Hub and HWR drop in, helped by an HWR #volunteer. She made delicious pizzas from scratch.
We hope opportunities like these will strengthen her CV and help her find work. #refugeesvolunteering @refugeecouncil.bsky.social
We hope opportunities like these will strengthen her CV and help her find work. #refugeesvolunteering @refugeecouncil.bsky.social
May 22, 2025 at 7:29 AM
This week our #refugee volunteer took charge of the lunch at the Wellness Hub and HWR drop in, helped by an HWR #volunteer. She made delicious pizzas from scratch.
We hope opportunities like these will strengthen her CV and help her find work. #refugeesvolunteering @refugeecouncil.bsky.social
We hope opportunities like these will strengthen her CV and help her find work. #refugeesvolunteering @refugeecouncil.bsky.social
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Everyone in the room have a rousing cheer of joy for them both. Hopefully they will be reunited very soon ♥️”
March 18, 2025 at 9:45 AM
Everyone in the room have a rousing cheer of joy for them both. Hopefully they will be reunited very soon ♥️”
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and had arrived in the UK but had no idea where her husband was. I happened to have a spare phone in my car which I gave her together with a SIM card. About half an hour later she came back to tell us that she had been able to contact her husband and that he was also in a hotel somewhere in the UK
March 18, 2025 at 9:45 AM
and had arrived in the UK but had no idea where her husband was. I happened to have a spare phone in my car which I gave her together with a SIM card. About half an hour later she came back to tell us that she had been able to contact her husband and that he was also in a hotel somewhere in the UK
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We received this wonderful story from our volunteer Denise: “I just wanted to share a good news story of what it means to receive the gift of a phone. Today, amongst a number of new residents at the hotel, we met a young woman, pregnant with her first child.....
March 18, 2025 at 9:43 AM
We received this wonderful story from our volunteer Denise: “I just wanted to share a good news story of what it means to receive the gift of a phone. Today, amongst a number of new residents at the hotel, we met a young woman, pregnant with her first child.....
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As a community we come together as neighbours, friends & colleagues to build an open, supportive place for everyone who lives and works here. I’m proud to sign this Promise to show my commitment to a fair new plan for refugees, that is managed, kind & compassionate." @refugeestogether.bsky.social
The Fair Begins Here Parliamentary Promise - Together With Refugees
Across the country hundreds of organisations have joined the Fair Begins Here Promise to reject hostility, demonstrate solidarity with refugees and commit to taking action to win a fair new plan for r...
togetherwithrefugees.org.uk
March 17, 2025 at 8:38 AM
As a community we come together as neighbours, friends & colleagues to build an open, supportive place for everyone who lives and works here. I’m proud to sign this Promise to show my commitment to a fair new plan for refugees, that is managed, kind & compassionate." @refugeestogether.bsky.social
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We were delighted to deliver another beautiful baby basket from the Alternatives Crisis Pregnancy Charity to a refugee family this week. Their baby is due in 5 weeks. We are always so grateful for the support of this amazing local Charity. Thank you. #refugeeswelcome #babywelcome
March 12, 2025 at 8:13 AM
We were delighted to deliver another beautiful baby basket from the Alternatives Crisis Pregnancy Charity to a refugee family this week. Their baby is due in 5 weeks. We are always so grateful for the support of this amazing local Charity. Thank you. #refugeeswelcome #babywelcome
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Delighted to hear refugee artist Enas and volunteer Helen on Elly O'Meara's MIX Mornings show
@mix926official.bsky.social
talking about #Echoesofblossom @trestletheatre.bsky.social exhibition is on until 7 April.
www.trestle.org.uk/whats-on/202...
@mix926official.bsky.social
talking about #Echoesofblossom @trestletheatre.bsky.social exhibition is on until 7 April.
www.trestle.org.uk/whats-on/202...
March 7, 2025 at 9:48 AM
Delighted to hear refugee artist Enas and volunteer Helen on Elly O'Meara's MIX Mornings show
@mix926official.bsky.social
talking about #Echoesofblossom @trestletheatre.bsky.social exhibition is on until 7 April.
www.trestle.org.uk/whats-on/202...
@mix926official.bsky.social
talking about #Echoesofblossom @trestletheatre.bsky.social exhibition is on until 7 April.
www.trestle.org.uk/whats-on/202...
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One of my faves ~ looks like this little medieval critter has just discovered a literary version of a cat-flap. This front & back view of the page is said to be from a 1485 Book of Hours, held in the National Museum in Krakow, Poland
March 8, 2025 at 6:43 AM
One of my faves ~ looks like this little medieval critter has just discovered a literary version of a cat-flap. This front & back view of the page is said to be from a 1485 Book of Hours, held in the National Museum in Krakow, Poland
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Our volunteer reports: ”The children were a joy. The 14 year old Iranian boy is very clever and a whizz at geography. He gave me a beautiful drawing of the highest Mountain in Iran ….” To join our team get in touch with enquiries@hertswelcomes.org.uk #refugeeswelcome @refugeecouncil.bsky.social
March 4, 2025 at 10:37 AM
Our volunteer reports: ”The children were a joy. The 14 year old Iranian boy is very clever and a whizz at geography. He gave me a beautiful drawing of the highest Mountain in Iran ….” To join our team get in touch with enquiries@hertswelcomes.org.uk #refugeeswelcome @refugeecouncil.bsky.social
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Here is a photo of the weekly drop in and language class at one of the hotels - a hive of activity with volunteers helping asylum seekers with English and practical help. Great support for those waiting for their #asylum claims to be heard.
To join our team: enquiries@hertswelcomes.org.uk
To join our team: enquiries@hertswelcomes.org.uk
March 3, 2025 at 8:41 AM
Here is a photo of the weekly drop in and language class at one of the hotels - a hive of activity with volunteers helping asylum seekers with English and practical help. Great support for those waiting for their #asylum claims to be heard.
To join our team: enquiries@hertswelcomes.org.uk
To join our team: enquiries@hertswelcomes.org.uk
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Here's what the idiots in the White House utterly fail to comprehend. They and the US came out of that argument weaker. Zelensky came out stronger, with Europe rallying behind Ukraine more than before. They came out looking like petulant idiots; he came out looking like a leader with integrity.
February 28, 2025 at 9:03 PM
Here's what the idiots in the White House utterly fail to comprehend. They and the US came out of that argument weaker. Zelensky came out stronger, with Europe rallying behind Ukraine more than before. They came out looking like petulant idiots; he came out looking like a leader with integrity.
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Please enjoy this Hungarian rap song about a prime minister who loves money. English subtitles
youtu.be/f2iQfEcO39A?...
youtu.be/f2iQfEcO39A?...
Majka - Csurran, cseppen (official music video)
YouTube video by Majka official
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February 28, 2025 at 10:56 AM
Please enjoy this Hungarian rap song about a prime minister who loves money. English subtitles
youtu.be/f2iQfEcO39A?...
youtu.be/f2iQfEcO39A?...
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Our latest newsletter has just landed! Read on for details about our AGM, refugee art exhibition, call for volunteers, our lobbying work, and a fab recipe from a cooking session!
mailchi.mp/hwsf/jan2025 - @refugeecouncil.bsky.social #recipesharing #refugeeswelcome
mailchi.mp/hwsf/jan2025 - @refugeecouncil.bsky.social #recipesharing #refugeeswelcome
February 27, 2025 at 9:07 AM
Our latest newsletter has just landed! Read on for details about our AGM, refugee art exhibition, call for volunteers, our lobbying work, and a fab recipe from a cooking session!
mailchi.mp/hwsf/jan2025 - @refugeecouncil.bsky.social #recipesharing #refugeeswelcome
mailchi.mp/hwsf/jan2025 - @refugeecouncil.bsky.social #recipesharing #refugeeswelcome
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We were delighted to receive this news from an asylum seeker we have been supporting: @refugeecouncil.bsky.social #refugeeswelcome
February 26, 2025 at 9:08 AM
We were delighted to receive this news from an asylum seeker we have been supporting: @refugeecouncil.bsky.social #refugeeswelcome
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British artist James Dickson Innes worked and spent much of his time in Collioure in the South of France. He painted in a bold and colourful style, but died in 1914 from tuberculosis, aged only 27
February 23, 2025 at 6:41 AM
British artist James Dickson Innes worked and spent much of his time in Collioure in the South of France. He painted in a bold and colourful style, but died in 1914 from tuberculosis, aged only 27
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Imagine arriving here with only the clothes you stand up in. Volunteer Caroline tells us “A very successful free shop took place today at the hotel. The tables were laden with goods from @goods4good 🙏” Thank you for making a difference to the lives of asylum seekers. @refugeestogether.bsky.social
February 21, 2025 at 8:41 AM
Imagine arriving here with only the clothes you stand up in. Volunteer Caroline tells us “A very successful free shop took place today at the hotel. The tables were laden with goods from @goods4good 🙏” Thank you for making a difference to the lives of asylum seekers. @refugeestogether.bsky.social
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This #valentinesday we call for a fair humane #asylum system, that allows citizenship to those recognised as #refugees however they sought sanctuary here #fairbeginshere @refugeestogether.bsky.social 🧡
@refugeecouncil.bsky.social @yvettecooper-mp.bsky.social
@refugeecouncil.bsky.social @yvettecooper-mp.bsky.social
February 13, 2025 at 10:27 PM
This #valentinesday we call for a fair humane #asylum system, that allows citizenship to those recognised as #refugees however they sought sanctuary here #fairbeginshere @refugeestogether.bsky.social 🧡
@refugeecouncil.bsky.social @yvettecooper-mp.bsky.social
@refugeecouncil.bsky.social @yvettecooper-mp.bsky.social
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It is so nice to see #refugees settled and making their home here. 2 of our volunteers were invited for lunch to Fatih’s beautiful home. Fatih moved to the flat 5 years ago, what a transformation! #settlingin #makingahome #feelingwelcome @refugeestogether.bsky.social @refugeecouncil.bsky.social
February 13, 2025 at 10:11 AM
It is so nice to see #refugees settled and making their home here. 2 of our volunteers were invited for lunch to Fatih’s beautiful home. Fatih moved to the flat 5 years ago, what a transformation! #settlingin #makingahome #feelingwelcome @refugeestogether.bsky.social @refugeecouncil.bsky.social
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A billionaires' coup. By billionaires, for billionaires. To create a country that's run solely in the interests of billionaires.
This is amazing. Via @nytimes.com
February 12, 2025 at 8:35 PM
A billionaires' coup. By billionaires, for billionaires. To create a country that's run solely in the interests of billionaires.
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