Rich Edwards (He/him)
@edwardsrich.bsky.social
Anti-racist. Anti-fascist. Anti-borders. Mostly posting about the UK, but stuff on the EU too (mainly France, Belgium and the Netherlands). 🍉
Fri 5th Dec, 6.30pm, Goldsmiths, #London: Free double event of Ken Fero's award-winning film about police brutality that was banned by BBC, Channel 4, ITV etc and pulled from cinemas PLUS book launch/talk of Defiance written by Janet Alder who is in the documentary.
Injustice + Defiance. Film + book talk with Janet Alder
Essential film about police killings and Janet's 28 year fight for justice for her brother Christopher, the first custody death shown on TV
www.eventbrite.co.uk
November 23, 2025 at 9:29 PM
Fri 5th Dec, 6.30pm, Goldsmiths, #London: Free double event of Ken Fero's award-winning film about police brutality that was banned by BBC, Channel 4, ITV etc and pulled from cinemas PLUS book launch/talk of Defiance written by Janet Alder who is in the documentary.
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Tomorrow!
DIGNITY NOT DEBT: Join us as we demand Haringey Council ends its use of bailiffs for council tax debt collection. Tottenham Town Hall, Mon 24 Nov 6.30pm.
See you there.
See you there.
November 23, 2025 at 7:05 PM
Tomorrow!
British fascists have been going round makeshift refugee camps in #Paris tonight, making odious content for their social media. Fuck them.
🚨 En ce moment à Paris, sous la ligne 2, des identitaires britanniques font le tour des campements de personnes exilées, afin de créer du contenu pour les réseaux sociaux. Sur fond de propos racistes, l’objectif est clair : alimenter la peur et la haine chez leurs compatriotes.
November 20, 2025 at 9:47 PM
British fascists have been going round makeshift refugee camps in #Paris tonight, making odious content for their social media. Fuck them.
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Statement regarding our action against the EHRC's London HQ
October 31, 2025 at 8:58 AM
Statement regarding our action against the EHRC's London HQ
🚨Boycott Air France 🚨
Air France is facilitating cruel and forced deportations of people who came to the UK to seek safety - including survivors of trafficking and modern slavery.
Please sign and pledge to boycott until they stop – and share widely
www.change.org/p/boycott-ai...
Air France is facilitating cruel and forced deportations of people who came to the UK to seek safety - including survivors of trafficking and modern slavery.
Please sign and pledge to boycott until they stop – and share widely
www.change.org/p/boycott-ai...
Sign the Petition
Boycott Air France: Stop cruel deportations // Mettez fin aux expulsions inhumaines
www.change.org
October 31, 2025 at 6:18 PM
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THREAD
A week ago, we published this statement by the Greater Manchester Asylum Hotels Group. The response has been overwhelming. The group has had many messages of support from our local area and beyond, and people have been inspired to share the message far and wide in their own communities.
A week ago, we published this statement by the Greater Manchester Asylum Hotels Group. The response has been overwhelming. The group has had many messages of support from our local area and beyond, and people have been inspired to share the message far and wide in their own communities.
Asylum seekers, housed in hotels in Manchester, are reaching out in their own words to address the concerns of the local community.
Please take a minute to read their letter, & share it with the people in your life who need to hear the truth about the people they are protesting.
Please take a minute to read their letter, & share it with the people in your life who need to hear the truth about the people they are protesting.
October 31, 2025 at 1:47 PM
THREAD
A week ago, we published this statement by the Greater Manchester Asylum Hotels Group. The response has been overwhelming. The group has had many messages of support from our local area and beyond, and people have been inspired to share the message far and wide in their own communities.
A week ago, we published this statement by the Greater Manchester Asylum Hotels Group. The response has been overwhelming. The group has had many messages of support from our local area and beyond, and people have been inspired to share the message far and wide in their own communities.
In response to government action to ramp up detentions & removals, we are launching a new Knowledge is Power workshop. Register your interest here and please spread the word amongst your community #MigrationIsLife #NoOneIsIllegal #TheseWallsMustFall ow.ly/yjTa50Xl2ek
October 31, 2025 at 5:52 PM
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It is beyond shameful that this genocide loving zionist gets to play in the Hydro tomorrow night.
All power to 'Show Israeli Genoice the Red Card' for arranging the protest and free gig outside the venue tomorrow night ✊🏾
Follow their insta account for more details
All power to 'Show Israeli Genoice the Red Card' for arranging the protest and free gig outside the venue tomorrow night ✊🏾
Follow their insta account for more details
October 27, 2025 at 2:12 PM
It is beyond shameful that this genocide loving zionist gets to play in the Hydro tomorrow night.
All power to 'Show Israeli Genoice the Red Card' for arranging the protest and free gig outside the venue tomorrow night ✊🏾
Follow their insta account for more details
All power to 'Show Israeli Genoice the Red Card' for arranging the protest and free gig outside the venue tomorrow night ✊🏾
Follow their insta account for more details
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No Pasarán! UVW Joins East London in Pushing Back Far-Right Mobilisation
www.uvwunion.org.uk/en/news/2025...
www.uvwunion.org.uk/en/news/2025...
No Pasarán! UVW Joins East London in Pushing Back Far-Right Mobilisation
UVW
www.uvwunion.org.uk
October 27, 2025 at 5:59 PM
No Pasarán! UVW Joins East London in Pushing Back Far-Right Mobilisation
www.uvwunion.org.uk/en/news/2025...
www.uvwunion.org.uk/en/news/2025...
CONTACT NORSE ATLANTIC UK TO STOP RACHEL’S DEPORTATION #KeepRachelSafe #StopThePlane
The Home Office is forcibly deporting our friend to the USA on TUESDAY 28 OCTOBER, via Norse Atlantic: flight ZOZO 701 from London Gatwick at 1300.
Bit.Ly/KeepRachelSafe
The Home Office is forcibly deporting our friend to the USA on TUESDAY 28 OCTOBER, via Norse Atlantic: flight ZOZO 701 from London Gatwick at 1300.
Bit.Ly/KeepRachelSafe
October 26, 2025 at 10:00 PM
CONTACT NORSE ATLANTIC UK TO STOP RACHEL’S DEPORTATION #KeepRachelSafe #StopThePlane
The Home Office is forcibly deporting our friend to the USA on TUESDAY 28 OCTOBER, via Norse Atlantic: flight ZOZO 701 from London Gatwick at 1300.
Bit.Ly/KeepRachelSafe
The Home Office is forcibly deporting our friend to the USA on TUESDAY 28 OCTOBER, via Norse Atlantic: flight ZOZO 701 from London Gatwick at 1300.
Bit.Ly/KeepRachelSafe
Come & hear from those involved in #spycops scandal, & see superb new art work on the topic. THIS FRIDAY 24th October - Lush in Beak St. We’ll be joined by many excellent people including fabulous comedian @markthomasinfo.bsky.social
Book your free place here: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/surviving-...
Book your free place here: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/surviving-...
Surviving Spycops
Join our awareness event on the spycops scandal. Hear from campaigners, get updates on the Public Inquiry, and explore protest art.
www.eventbrite.co.uk
October 21, 2025 at 4:48 PM
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The Metropolitan Police has imposed Public Order Act restrictions on this Saturday's UKIP racist rally, preventing it from taking place in Whitechapel or anywhere else in the borough of Tower Hamlets.
October 21, 2025 at 1:34 PM
The Metropolitan Police has imposed Public Order Act restrictions on this Saturday's UKIP racist rally, preventing it from taking place in Whitechapel or anywhere else in the borough of Tower Hamlets.
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On #AntiSlaveryDay, let's remember that thousands of confirmed trafficking victims are still being left at risk.
In 2024, only 4% were granted permission to stay in the UK, leaving 96% facing poverty & possible re-exploitation.
Read our latest blog for more ⬇️
www.helenbamber.org/resources/la...
In 2024, only 4% were granted permission to stay in the UK, leaving 96% facing poverty & possible re-exploitation.
Read our latest blog for more ⬇️
www.helenbamber.org/resources/la...
October 18, 2025 at 9:36 AM
On #AntiSlaveryDay, let's remember that thousands of confirmed trafficking victims are still being left at risk.
In 2024, only 4% were granted permission to stay in the UK, leaving 96% facing poverty & possible re-exploitation.
Read our latest blog for more ⬇️
www.helenbamber.org/resources/la...
In 2024, only 4% were granted permission to stay in the UK, leaving 96% facing poverty & possible re-exploitation.
Read our latest blog for more ⬇️
www.helenbamber.org/resources/la...
'We are urgently raising funds on behalf of #IbrahimaBah to support him and his family! Ibrahima has been unjustly criminalised and imprisoned under the racist British border regime.'
Support for Ibrahima Bah and his Family!
We are urgently raising funds on behalf of Ibrahima Bah to support him and his family! Ibrahima has been unjustly criminalised and imprisoned under the racist British border regime.
chuffed.org
October 17, 2025 at 11:18 PM
'We are urgently raising funds on behalf of #IbrahimaBah to support him and his family! Ibrahima has been unjustly criminalised and imprisoned under the racist British border regime.'
Tomorrow (Saturday) night in #London: Fundraiser for Gatwick Detainees Welfare Group
Tales From Our Table
A meal in solidarity to mark the National Day of Action Against Immigration Detention organised by Gatwick Detainees Welfare Group (GDWG).
www.eventbrite.co.uk
October 17, 2025 at 11:10 PM
Tomorrow (Saturday) night in #London: Fundraiser for Gatwick Detainees Welfare Group
This is what hostility looks like. Arjeta endured trafficking and trauma and she's finally been able to rebuild her life. Now she's been locked up, torn away from the community that loves her and faces being sent back to danger.
#FreeArjeta
www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/news/liverpo...
#FreeArjeta
www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/news/liverpo...
They are saying they're sending me home, but Liverpool is my home
Arteja loves Liverpool, supports Everton and has become a key member of the community - but now faces being sent back into the hands of those who exploited her
www.liverpoolecho.co.uk
October 17, 2025 at 7:03 PM
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#Farage ally, the ADF, orchestrated Farage's appearance at Congress.
ADF opposes abortion and helped topple Roe v. Wade.
For the first time in his political "career" Farage has started mentioning abortion.
Are they coming for British abortion rights?
www.nytimes.com/2025/10/13/w...
ADF opposes abortion and helped topple Roe v. Wade.
For the first time in his political "career" Farage has started mentioning abortion.
Are they coming for British abortion rights?
www.nytimes.com/2025/10/13/w...
They Helped Topple Roe v. Wade. Now Their Sights Are Set on Britain.
www.nytimes.com
October 13, 2025 at 7:47 PM
#Farage ally, the ADF, orchestrated Farage's appearance at Congress.
ADF opposes abortion and helped topple Roe v. Wade.
For the first time in his political "career" Farage has started mentioning abortion.
Are they coming for British abortion rights?
www.nytimes.com/2025/10/13/w...
ADF opposes abortion and helped topple Roe v. Wade.
For the first time in his political "career" Farage has started mentioning abortion.
Are they coming for British abortion rights?
www.nytimes.com/2025/10/13/w...
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This is not an anomaly - it’s an echo of the injustices we saw in Windrush.
A UK‑born child denied a British passport and asked to prove her right to NHS care is a stark reminder that UK policy still fails Caribbean communities and basic principles of equality.
www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2025...
A UK‑born child denied a British passport and asked to prove her right to NHS care is a stark reminder that UK policy still fails Caribbean communities and basic principles of equality.
www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2025...
‘Clear parallels’ with Windrush as UK-born toddler denied passport
Campaigners say lessons not being learned as three-year-old’s mother is asked to prove right to free NHS treatment
www.theguardian.com
October 13, 2025 at 9:40 AM
This is not an anomaly - it’s an echo of the injustices we saw in Windrush.
A UK‑born child denied a British passport and asked to prove her right to NHS care is a stark reminder that UK policy still fails Caribbean communities and basic principles of equality.
www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2025...
A UK‑born child denied a British passport and asked to prove her right to NHS care is a stark reminder that UK policy still fails Caribbean communities and basic principles of equality.
www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2025...
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📣URGENT
We are sharing this urgent call to action for Arjeta, a much-loved member of her Liverpool community.
She has been served with a deportation order for tomorrow - please share her story + support her campaign.
Donate to the legal fund: www.gofundme.com/f/help-free-...
Sign the petition:
We are sharing this urgent call to action for Arjeta, a much-loved member of her Liverpool community.
She has been served with a deportation order for tomorrow - please share her story + support her campaign.
Donate to the legal fund: www.gofundme.com/f/help-free-...
Sign the petition:
October 13, 2025 at 1:15 PM
📣URGENT
We are sharing this urgent call to action for Arjeta, a much-loved member of her Liverpool community.
She has been served with a deportation order for tomorrow - please share her story + support her campaign.
Donate to the legal fund: www.gofundme.com/f/help-free-...
Sign the petition:
We are sharing this urgent call to action for Arjeta, a much-loved member of her Liverpool community.
She has been served with a deportation order for tomorrow - please share her story + support her campaign.
Donate to the legal fund: www.gofundme.com/f/help-free-...
Sign the petition:
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They picked Britain’s fruit. They faced abuse & exploitation.
When they tried to seek justice, the system said it was “too late.”
Support their legal appeal & stand with all migrant workers.
💥 Donate: and read more 👇
crowdjustice.com/case/help-se...
When they tried to seek justice, the system said it was “too late.”
Support their legal appeal & stand with all migrant workers.
💥 Donate: and read more 👇
crowdjustice.com/case/help-se...
Help seasonal migrant workers seek justice
We are a grassroots trade union of low-paid, migrant & precarious workers and we fight the bosses for dignity and respect through direct action on the streets and through the courts!
crowdjustice.com
October 13, 2025 at 5:01 PM
They picked Britain’s fruit. They faced abuse & exploitation.
When they tried to seek justice, the system said it was “too late.”
Support their legal appeal & stand with all migrant workers.
💥 Donate: and read more 👇
crowdjustice.com/case/help-se...
When they tried to seek justice, the system said it was “too late.”
Support their legal appeal & stand with all migrant workers.
💥 Donate: and read more 👇
crowdjustice.com/case/help-se...
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Criticism over German government plan to indefinitely detain migrants to be deported #Refugees
Criticism over German government plan to indefinitely detain migrants to be deported
www.infomigrants.net
October 13, 2025 at 2:59 PM
Criticism over German government plan to indefinitely detain migrants to be deported #Refugees
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In Belgium they have cancelled Disturbed's gig.
When is Glasgow going to do the right thing and stop the zionist scum playing in the Hydro?
@johnswinney.bsky.social - you were only too happy to stop other gigs.
Get it done.
When is Glasgow going to do the right thing and stop the zionist scum playing in the Hydro?
@johnswinney.bsky.social - you were only too happy to stop other gigs.
Get it done.
October 11, 2025 at 10:58 AM
In Belgium they have cancelled Disturbed's gig.
When is Glasgow going to do the right thing and stop the zionist scum playing in the Hydro?
@johnswinney.bsky.social - you were only too happy to stop other gigs.
Get it done.
When is Glasgow going to do the right thing and stop the zionist scum playing in the Hydro?
@johnswinney.bsky.social - you were only too happy to stop other gigs.
Get it done.
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In the run up to 18th Oct National Day of Solidarity @rainbowmigration.bsky.social & @beyonddetention.bsky.social are running a free placard-making and letter-writing event in London - 14 October www.outsavvy.com/event/30410/... #TheseWallsMustFall, #EndDetention, #NoOneIsIllegal, #SetHerFree.
October 6, 2025 at 1:50 PM
In the run up to 18th Oct National Day of Solidarity @rainbowmigration.bsky.social & @beyonddetention.bsky.social are running a free placard-making and letter-writing event in London - 14 October www.outsavvy.com/event/30410/... #TheseWallsMustFall, #EndDetention, #NoOneIsIllegal, #SetHerFree.