Michelle Hall
@chellehall.bsky.social
Mum, kinship carer, wife, SEND, autism, rare chromosome, lecturer, doctoral researcher, PhD family time in SGOs, kinship campaigner, trainer. I wear many hats. Love people, always listening and learning.
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Episode 207 - Michelle Hall & Dr Paul Shuttleworth talk Life Story Work and Kinship
#Kinship #lifestorywork
#Kinship #lifestorywork
The A & F Podcast
Adoption and Fostering Podcast
www.alcoates.co.uk
April 5, 2025 at 2:34 PM
Episode 207 - Michelle Hall & Dr Paul Shuttleworth talk Life Story Work and Kinship
#Kinship #lifestorywork
#Kinship #lifestorywork
Please take time to listen
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The Adoption and Fostering Podcast | Al Coates & Scott Casson-Rennie
Conversation & discussion on contemporary Adoption & Fostering
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April 5, 2025 at 8:52 AM
Please take time to listen
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Please sign. I know someone affected by this. They have treated the workers appallingly. Letting them know 3 days before payday they had no job. Withholding a month's wages and being very slow to sort out redundancy etc.
www.megaphone.org.uk/petitions/ju...
www.megaphone.org.uk/petitions/ju...
Justice for the Sacked Workers of Almost Famous Burgers - Pay Us What We're Due!
Over 100 restaurant workers in Manchester, Liverpool and Leeds found out via social media and the press that Almost Famous Burgers would be closing immediately and that they were out of a job! Now the...
www.megaphone.org.uk
February 10, 2025 at 11:20 AM
Please sign. I know someone affected by this. They have treated the workers appallingly. Letting them know 3 days before payday they had no job. Withholding a month's wages and being very slow to sort out redundancy etc.
www.megaphone.org.uk/petitions/ju...
www.megaphone.org.uk/petitions/ju...
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As Labour touts more brutal cuts to benefits, how is this different from life under the Tories?
Reeves tweaks non-dom tax law because of “concerns” but ignores the cries of disabled, old, sick, poor. Poor are expendable. Wealthy potential donors less so.
Govt must change direction.
Reeves tweaks non-dom tax law because of “concerns” but ignores the cries of disabled, old, sick, poor. Poor are expendable. Wealthy potential donors less so.
Govt must change direction.
As Labour touts more brutal cuts to benefits, how is this different from life under the Tories? | Frances Ryan
There may be no nasty impulse to punish ‘skivers’, but the end result – those who need help most hit hardest – is exactly the same, says columnist Frances Ryan
www.theguardian.com
February 6, 2025 at 7:11 AM
As Labour touts more brutal cuts to benefits, how is this different from life under the Tories?
Reeves tweaks non-dom tax law because of “concerns” but ignores the cries of disabled, old, sick, poor. Poor are expendable. Wealthy potential donors less so.
Govt must change direction.
Reeves tweaks non-dom tax law because of “concerns” but ignores the cries of disabled, old, sick, poor. Poor are expendable. Wealthy potential donors less so.
Govt must change direction.
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Many care experienced young people including those in kinship care have experienced trauma. Isolation from family & friends while in care can adversely impact mental health further. We're supporting the #FutureMindsCampaign calling for immediate, scalable action to address the mental health crisis
February 6, 2025 at 5:57 PM
Many care experienced young people including those in kinship care have experienced trauma. Isolation from family & friends while in care can adversely impact mental health further. We're supporting the #FutureMindsCampaign calling for immediate, scalable action to address the mental health crisis
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As the @thebda.bsky.social point out today
“to save a service millions depend on we need to see urgency and ambition”
I’m backing the BDA in its call for urgent action to save NHS dentistry
“to save a service millions depend on we need to see urgency and ambition”
I’m backing the BDA in its call for urgent action to save NHS dentistry
The Government’s own shocking data shows a staggering 97% of new patients who try to get an NHS dental appointment fail to get one
People are forced to pull out their own teeth with pliers - that’s not Victorian it’s medieval
The BDA is calling for urgent action
youtu.be/UtqAtGAnuC0?...
People are forced to pull out their own teeth with pliers - that’s not Victorian it’s medieval
The BDA is calling for urgent action
youtu.be/UtqAtGAnuC0?...
People having to pull out their own teeth with pliers is not Victorian - it’s medieval
YouTube video by Peter Stefanovic
youtu.be
January 6, 2025 at 8:46 AM
As the @thebda.bsky.social point out today
“to save a service millions depend on we need to see urgency and ambition”
I’m backing the BDA in its call for urgent action to save NHS dentistry
“to save a service millions depend on we need to see urgency and ambition”
I’m backing the BDA in its call for urgent action to save NHS dentistry
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Junior looking at inversion in lower Wharfedale and 'Brocken Spectre' on Otley Chevin.
December 27, 2024 at 2:24 PM
Junior looking at inversion in lower Wharfedale and 'Brocken Spectre' on Otley Chevin.
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Well, having missed the #HolmeValley inversion yesterday, self and grandson were rewarded with a lower Wharfedale inversion, with the added bonus of a 'Brocken Spectre'👌developing, which then hung around for a while...
#OtleyChevin
#OtleyChevin
December 27, 2024 at 6:34 PM
Well, having missed the #HolmeValley inversion yesterday, self and grandson were rewarded with a lower Wharfedale inversion, with the added bonus of a 'Brocken Spectre'👌developing, which then hung around for a while...
#OtleyChevin
#OtleyChevin
Kids love paddling here in the summer, but no more 😢 @premnsikka.bsky.social
December 18, 2024 at 7:59 PM
Kids love paddling here in the summer, but no more 😢 @premnsikka.bsky.social
Prefer it here, but feel like there's already a lot of fake accounts. Has some strange accounts follow me.
December 18, 2024 at 9:26 AM
Prefer it here, but feel like there's already a lot of fake accounts. Has some strange accounts follow me.
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UK Labour govt to continue Tory policy - a planning ‘free-for-all’ allowing developers to convert office blocks into flats without planning control.
New slums for the poor - Flats measuring 12ft x 12ft), poor ventilation, thin walls, lack of amenities.
www.theguardian.com/society/2024...
New slums for the poor - Flats measuring 12ft x 12ft), poor ventilation, thin walls, lack of amenities.
www.theguardian.com/society/2024...
Labour condemned for allowing ‘new generation of slum homes’ in England
Government accused of permitting a planning ‘free-for-all’ by allowing developers to convert office blocks into flats without the usual controls
www.theguardian.com
December 15, 2024 at 8:11 AM
UK Labour govt to continue Tory policy - a planning ‘free-for-all’ allowing developers to convert office blocks into flats without planning control.
New slums for the poor - Flats measuring 12ft x 12ft), poor ventilation, thin walls, lack of amenities.
www.theguardian.com/society/2024...
New slums for the poor - Flats measuring 12ft x 12ft), poor ventilation, thin walls, lack of amenities.
www.theguardian.com/society/2024...
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Labour has been accused of allowing developers to build a new generation of “slum” homes by converting office blocks into flats without planning permission
www.theguardian.com/society/2024...
www.theguardian.com/society/2024...
Labour condemned for allowing ‘new generation of slum homes’ in England
Government accused of permitting a planning ‘free-for-all’ by allowing developers to convert office blocks into flats without the usual controls
www.theguardian.com
December 15, 2024 at 4:46 PM
Labour has been accused of allowing developers to build a new generation of “slum” homes by converting office blocks into flats without planning permission
www.theguardian.com/society/2024...
www.theguardian.com/society/2024...
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Third of Yorkshire Water customer bill cash goes on debt & dividend
Similar with other water companies.
Money borrowed to pay dividends, investment neglected, sewage dumped, customers fleeced; aapproved by OFWAT.
Must end the farce. Nationalise without compensation.
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
Similar with other water companies.
Money borrowed to pay dividends, investment neglected, sewage dumped, customers fleeced; aapproved by OFWAT.
Must end the farce. Nationalise without compensation.
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
Third of each Yorkshire Water bill goes on debt and dividend
The firm has amassed debts of £6.2bn and paid out dividends worth £522m since 2017-18, figures show.
www.bbc.co.uk
December 14, 2024 at 11:02 AM
Third of Yorkshire Water customer bill cash goes on debt & dividend
Similar with other water companies.
Money borrowed to pay dividends, investment neglected, sewage dumped, customers fleeced; aapproved by OFWAT.
Must end the farce. Nationalise without compensation.
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
Similar with other water companies.
Money borrowed to pay dividends, investment neglected, sewage dumped, customers fleeced; aapproved by OFWAT.
Must end the farce. Nationalise without compensation.
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
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Give those who work in child services the resources and the training to do their job. Further upstream work on better access to rehab, re-introduce surestart model. Before anyone worries about the expenditure. It will cost a lot more when damaged children become broken adults. Break the cycle.
December 13, 2024 at 9:17 AM
Give those who work in child services the resources and the training to do their job. Further upstream work on better access to rehab, re-introduce surestart model. Before anyone worries about the expenditure. It will cost a lot more when damaged children become broken adults. Break the cycle.
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Shocking 14% rise in homelessness in England.
354,000 people homeless, includes 161,500 children - equivalent to city the size of Coventry.
Result of austerity, real wage/benefit cuts, unchecked profiteering.
Govts make slogans do nothing to end inequities.
www.theguardian.com/society/2024...
354,000 people homeless, includes 161,500 children - equivalent to city the size of Coventry.
Result of austerity, real wage/benefit cuts, unchecked profiteering.
Govts make slogans do nothing to end inequities.
www.theguardian.com/society/2024...
Shelter condemns ‘shocking’ 14% rise in homelessness across England
Charity says soaring private rents, rising evictions and lack of affordable social housing are to blame
www.theguardian.com
December 11, 2024 at 9:00 AM
Shocking 14% rise in homelessness in England.
354,000 people homeless, includes 161,500 children - equivalent to city the size of Coventry.
Result of austerity, real wage/benefit cuts, unchecked profiteering.
Govts make slogans do nothing to end inequities.
www.theguardian.com/society/2024...
354,000 people homeless, includes 161,500 children - equivalent to city the size of Coventry.
Result of austerity, real wage/benefit cuts, unchecked profiteering.
Govts make slogans do nothing to end inequities.
www.theguardian.com/society/2024...
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Keir Starmer says Saudi Arabia trip fulfils ‘number one mission’ to grow UK economy
www.theguardian.com/politics/202...
www.theguardian.com/politics/202...
Keir Starmer says Saudi Arabia trip fulfils ‘number one mission’ to grow UK economy
PM defends ties between two countries and says he will be able to raise concerns about Saudi government’s human rights record
www.theguardian.com
December 10, 2024 at 10:38 AM
Keir Starmer says Saudi Arabia trip fulfils ‘number one mission’ to grow UK economy
www.theguardian.com/politics/202...
www.theguardian.com/politics/202...
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A shocking revelation today in the #PhysicianAssociates scandal
It turns out the Health Secretary is using tax payers money to pay the GMC’s costs in defending the legal action brought by @anaesunited.bsky.social to protect patient safety - an outrageous use of public money youtu.be/T-BDHQop1zk?...
It turns out the Health Secretary is using tax payers money to pay the GMC’s costs in defending the legal action brought by @anaesunited.bsky.social to protect patient safety - an outrageous use of public money youtu.be/T-BDHQop1zk?...
A shocking revelation in the #PhysicianAssociates scandal - hold onto your seats
YouTube video by Peter Stefanovic
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December 10, 2024 at 7:39 AM
A shocking revelation today in the #PhysicianAssociates scandal
It turns out the Health Secretary is using tax payers money to pay the GMC’s costs in defending the legal action brought by @anaesunited.bsky.social to protect patient safety - an outrageous use of public money youtu.be/T-BDHQop1zk?...
It turns out the Health Secretary is using tax payers money to pay the GMC’s costs in defending the legal action brought by @anaesunited.bsky.social to protect patient safety - an outrageous use of public money youtu.be/T-BDHQop1zk?...
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Every £ you donate to @familyrightsgp before Tuesday will be matched under #TheBigGive 😀
lt means we can provide specialist advice to more kinship carers eg
a grandmother seeking to take on the care of her grandchild who'd otherwise be in the care system
lt means we can provide specialist advice to more kinship carers eg
a grandmother seeking to take on the care of her grandchild who'd otherwise be in the care system
December 8, 2024 at 12:19 PM
Every £ you donate to @familyrightsgp before Tuesday will be matched under #TheBigGive 😀
lt means we can provide specialist advice to more kinship carers eg
a grandmother seeking to take on the care of her grandchild who'd otherwise be in the care system
lt means we can provide specialist advice to more kinship carers eg
a grandmother seeking to take on the care of her grandchild who'd otherwise be in the care system
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Local sunset, December, last year.
#HolmeValley
#HolmeValley
December 7, 2024 at 7:02 PM
Local sunset, December, last year.
#HolmeValley
#HolmeValley
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December 4, 2024 at 2:35 PM
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It is my birthday! For the last three years, I've been involved in bringing together care experienced young people in Wales on Christmas Day to have fun and an excellent meal. If you'd maybe buy me a birthdat beer, consider making a small donation to our event: www.justgiving.com/page/cardiff...
Cardiff Christmas Dinner 2024
Help Cardiff Christmas raise money to support VOICES FROM CARE
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December 2, 2024 at 4:57 PM
It is my birthday! For the last three years, I've been involved in bringing together care experienced young people in Wales on Christmas Day to have fun and an excellent meal. If you'd maybe buy me a birthdat beer, consider making a small donation to our event: www.justgiving.com/page/cardiff...
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Join us on 4 December, from 1:00pm – 2:30pm, to discuss support for Scotland’s kinship families where speakers will share reflections and challenges faced by kinship families, their experience of support and implications for policy and practice. Sign up now: https://buff.ly/4hYbU9K
December 1, 2024 at 4:01 PM
Join us on 4 December, from 1:00pm – 2:30pm, to discuss support for Scotland’s kinship families where speakers will share reflections and challenges faced by kinship families, their experience of support and implications for policy and practice. Sign up now: https://buff.ly/4hYbU9K
Such important work. I spoke to 2 birth mothers as part of my PhD exploring contact experiences in SGOs. Both mothers felt strongly "I am still their mother" and described feeling "powerless" in the system #kinship #birthmothers
CoramBAAF via Twitter- 📢 Check out our latest blog by @PauseOrg on birth mothers' experiences with children in #kinship care. They shed light on the unique challenges and perspectives for this group of mothers.
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Birth mothers’ experiences of having children in kinship care | CoramBAAF
In October, Pause published a paper highlighting the experiences of birth mothers who have children placed in kinship care. It draws on their learnings from working with over 1,800 birth mothers over ...
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November 29, 2024 at 8:08 AM
Such important work. I spoke to 2 birth mothers as part of my PhD exploring contact experiences in SGOs. Both mothers felt strongly "I am still their mother" and described feeling "powerless" in the system #kinship #birthmothers
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CCTV shows autistic children being shoved into padded rooms, thrown to the floor, restrained by the neck - or left alone, sitting in vomit
www.bbc.com/news/article...
CCTV shows pupils abused and locked in padded room
Police have said staff will not face action over abuse of autistic children shown in videos leaked to the BBC.
www.bbc.com
November 27, 2024 at 7:05 AM
CCTV shows autistic children being shoved into padded rooms, thrown to the floor, restrained by the neck - or left alone, sitting in vomit
www.bbc.com/news/article...