Helen Purcell
@helenpurcell2.bsky.social
Brummie bab. Trade unionist. Ally. Unite the Union member. Senior negotiating officer with the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy.
TU Education is so important for working class people. I would not be doing the job I do today without it. Please consider becoming a friend. #gftu #friends
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✉️ “Letter from a Learner”
Become a #Friend today - https://gftuet.org.uk/friends
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📚 Free online courses
🎓 1 in-person course/yr (Gold)
💬 Town Hall w/ our GS & President
🤝 Annual Get-Together & Open Day
✉️ “Letter from a Learner”
Become a #Friend today - https://gftuet.org.uk/friends
#GFTUET #FriendsofET
September 15, 2025 at 9:47 AM
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Racist rhetoric has dire consequences.
Raping a young woman in a ‘racially aggravated attack’ speaks volumes about the far right’s “claims” to care about women & girls’ safety.
Those fronting up far right politics know it’s just a pretence for their own hateful agenda.
news.sky.com/story/sikh-w...
Raping a young woman in a ‘racially aggravated attack’ speaks volumes about the far right’s “claims” to care about women & girls’ safety.
Those fronting up far right politics know it’s just a pretence for their own hateful agenda.
news.sky.com/story/sikh-w...
Sikh woman raped in 'racially aggravated attack' speaks out
The young woman, who said she was on her way to work when the attack took place, has thanked everyone for their "love and support" during a "difficult" time.
news.sky.com
September 14, 2025 at 6:13 PM
Racist rhetoric has dire consequences.
Raping a young woman in a ‘racially aggravated attack’ speaks volumes about the far right’s “claims” to care about women & girls’ safety.
Those fronting up far right politics know it’s just a pretence for their own hateful agenda.
news.sky.com/story/sikh-w...
Raping a young woman in a ‘racially aggravated attack’ speaks volumes about the far right’s “claims” to care about women & girls’ safety.
Those fronting up far right politics know it’s just a pretence for their own hateful agenda.
news.sky.com/story/sikh-w...
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Liverpool is more than just a city – it’s a community.
📽️ How @nhsuhlg.bsky.social’s Scouse School fosters belonging and celebrates diversity.
Learn how this CSP-aligned initiative is creating a culture of inclusion for international staff: www.csp.org.uk/careers-jobs...
📽️ How @nhsuhlg.bsky.social’s Scouse School fosters belonging and celebrates diversity.
Learn how this CSP-aligned initiative is creating a culture of inclusion for international staff: www.csp.org.uk/careers-jobs...
March 31, 2025 at 5:26 PM
Liverpool is more than just a city – it’s a community.
📽️ How @nhsuhlg.bsky.social’s Scouse School fosters belonging and celebrates diversity.
Learn how this CSP-aligned initiative is creating a culture of inclusion for international staff: www.csp.org.uk/careers-jobs...
📽️ How @nhsuhlg.bsky.social’s Scouse School fosters belonging and celebrates diversity.
Learn how this CSP-aligned initiative is creating a culture of inclusion for international staff: www.csp.org.uk/careers-jobs...
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'Without physiotherapists and others, we would not be able to get people well and fit and healthy again and to continue with their lives and their work.'
Thank you @soniakumarmp.bsky.social & @lucympowell.bsky.social for championing AHPs in Parliament and highlighting their crucial work for the NHS
Thank you @soniakumarmp.bsky.social & @lucympowell.bsky.social for championing AHPs in Parliament and highlighting their crucial work for the NHS
March 25, 2025 at 9:04 AM
'Without physiotherapists and others, we would not be able to get people well and fit and healthy again and to continue with their lives and their work.'
Thank you @soniakumarmp.bsky.social & @lucympowell.bsky.social for championing AHPs in Parliament and highlighting their crucial work for the NHS
Thank you @soniakumarmp.bsky.social & @lucympowell.bsky.social for championing AHPs in Parliament and highlighting their crucial work for the NHS
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📣 NEW CSP #LONDON FREE WEBINAR
Members & Non-members invited to attend
MAXIMIZE YOUR MEMBERSHIP
Wednesday 2nd April
6.30-8pm
A 90-minute webinar to help get more from your membership & a better understanding of the work CSP is doing for #physiotherapy
Book/info👇
CSPmembership.eventbrite.co.uk
Members & Non-members invited to attend
MAXIMIZE YOUR MEMBERSHIP
Wednesday 2nd April
6.30-8pm
A 90-minute webinar to help get more from your membership & a better understanding of the work CSP is doing for #physiotherapy
Book/info👇
CSPmembership.eventbrite.co.uk
Maximise your membership
The London Regional Network is proud to offer the opportunity explore what's under the tip of the iceberg when it comes to CSP membership.
CSPmembership.eventbrite.co.uk
March 12, 2025 at 2:58 PM
📣 NEW CSP #LONDON FREE WEBINAR
Members & Non-members invited to attend
MAXIMIZE YOUR MEMBERSHIP
Wednesday 2nd April
6.30-8pm
A 90-minute webinar to help get more from your membership & a better understanding of the work CSP is doing for #physiotherapy
Book/info👇
CSPmembership.eventbrite.co.uk
Members & Non-members invited to attend
MAXIMIZE YOUR MEMBERSHIP
Wednesday 2nd April
6.30-8pm
A 90-minute webinar to help get more from your membership & a better understanding of the work CSP is doing for #physiotherapy
Book/info👇
CSPmembership.eventbrite.co.uk
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Amanda Pritchard quits as NHS England chief executive in shock move
Amanda Pritchard quits as NHS England chief executive in shock move
Exclusive: Departure follows meetings with Wes Streeting and unusual criticism from two Commons committees
Amanda Pritchard is standing down as chief executive of NHS England, in a development that will shock the health service.
Her departure from the…
www.theguardian.com
February 25, 2025 at 10:14 AM
Amanda Pritchard quits as NHS England chief executive in shock move
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‘My message to other managers is – go bold, go big. We support multiple apprentices at once.'
Alan Macdonald shares how North Tees and Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust overcame the challenge of funding for apprentices.
#PhysioApprenticeships
Alan Macdonald shares how North Tees and Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust overcame the challenge of funding for apprentices.
#PhysioApprenticeships
February 19, 2025 at 7:08 PM
‘My message to other managers is – go bold, go big. We support multiple apprentices at once.'
Alan Macdonald shares how North Tees and Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust overcame the challenge of funding for apprentices.
#PhysioApprenticeships
Alan Macdonald shares how North Tees and Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust overcame the challenge of funding for apprentices.
#PhysioApprenticeships
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We're looking for someone outside of physiotherapy to join our professional awards panel.
If you can provide a fresh perspective and offer positive challenge this position may be for you.
Find out more:
www.csp.org.uk/about-csp/ho...
If you can provide a fresh perspective and offer positive challenge this position may be for you.
Find out more:
www.csp.org.uk/about-csp/ho...
Join a CSP committee
Help shape the future of the physiotherapy profession by joining a CSP committee.
www.csp.org.uk
February 20, 2025 at 1:34 PM
We're looking for someone outside of physiotherapy to join our professional awards panel.
If you can provide a fresh perspective and offer positive challenge this position may be for you.
Find out more:
www.csp.org.uk/about-csp/ho...
If you can provide a fresh perspective and offer positive challenge this position may be for you.
Find out more:
www.csp.org.uk/about-csp/ho...
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National Apprenticeships Week
@thecsp.bsky.social education team work with HEIs to support physio apprenticeships enabling more people to join the profession.
What’s it like for an apprentice?
Hollie Andersen shares her experience of making a difference
www.csp.org.uk/frontline/ar...
#NAW2025
@thecsp.bsky.social education team work with HEIs to support physio apprenticeships enabling more people to join the profession.
What’s it like for an apprentice?
Hollie Andersen shares her experience of making a difference
www.csp.org.uk/frontline/ar...
#NAW2025
Apprenticeships: making a difference while learning
www.csp.org.uk
February 10, 2025 at 11:06 PM
National Apprenticeships Week
@thecsp.bsky.social education team work with HEIs to support physio apprenticeships enabling more people to join the profession.
What’s it like for an apprentice?
Hollie Andersen shares her experience of making a difference
www.csp.org.uk/frontline/ar...
#NAW2025
@thecsp.bsky.social education team work with HEIs to support physio apprenticeships enabling more people to join the profession.
What’s it like for an apprentice?
Hollie Andersen shares her experience of making a difference
www.csp.org.uk/frontline/ar...
#NAW2025
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‘The physiotherapy degree apprenticeship is more than just an alternative, it’s a structured, workforce-focused solution.'
Steve Nawoor explores how Coventry University structure education in their degree apprenticeship course.
#PhysioApprenticeship #NAW2025
Steve Nawoor explores how Coventry University structure education in their degree apprenticeship course.
#PhysioApprenticeship #NAW2025
Integrating education and employment: structuring learning in physiotherapy apprenticeships
The physiotherapy degree apprenticeship is more than just an alternative route of learning, it’s a workforce-driven model designed to develop local clinicians while they continue working in healthcare...
www.csp.org.uk
February 12, 2025 at 6:20 PM
‘The physiotherapy degree apprenticeship is more than just an alternative, it’s a structured, workforce-focused solution.'
Steve Nawoor explores how Coventry University structure education in their degree apprenticeship course.
#PhysioApprenticeship #NAW2025
Steve Nawoor explores how Coventry University structure education in their degree apprenticeship course.
#PhysioApprenticeship #NAW2025
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Nominate your CSP workplace reps or yourself (if you are a rep) for a 2025 Rep of the Year award!
Nominations are open - until Friday 21 March.
The Rep of the Year awards recognise the fantastic work and achievements of our workplace representatives.
www.csp.org.uk/repoftheyear
#heartunions
Nominations are open - until Friday 21 March.
The Rep of the Year awards recognise the fantastic work and achievements of our workplace representatives.
www.csp.org.uk/repoftheyear
#heartunions
February 10, 2025 at 3:00 PM
Nominate your CSP workplace reps or yourself (if you are a rep) for a 2025 Rep of the Year award!
Nominations are open - until Friday 21 March.
The Rep of the Year awards recognise the fantastic work and achievements of our workplace representatives.
www.csp.org.uk/repoftheyear
#heartunions
Nominations are open - until Friday 21 March.
The Rep of the Year awards recognise the fantastic work and achievements of our workplace representatives.
www.csp.org.uk/repoftheyear
#heartunions
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We revealed Nigel Farage’s voting record to his constituents in Clacton.
They weren’t happy.
They weren’t happy.
February 10, 2025 at 11:03 AM
We revealed Nigel Farage’s voting record to his constituents in Clacton.
They weren’t happy.
They weren’t happy.
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Based in the South West or Wales? Join the CSP's fab trade union organising team! Help us recruit members & reps, support workplace campaigns and amplify members' voices for #physiotherapy and the #NHS. Apply by 05/02/2025 ce0174li.webitrent.com/ce0174li_web... (Photo: Organiser Davy with members)
January 27, 2025 at 5:59 PM
Based in the South West or Wales? Join the CSP's fab trade union organising team! Help us recruit members & reps, support workplace campaigns and amplify members' voices for #physiotherapy and the #NHS. Apply by 05/02/2025 ce0174li.webitrent.com/ce0174li_web... (Photo: Organiser Davy with members)
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'It's back-to-front to ask the PRB to decide how much should be allocated to changes when we haven't yet agreed what those reforms should be, or how much they would cost.'
Our warning to the government covered by @hsj.co.uk.
Read more ⬇️ #CSP4FairPay
Our warning to the government covered by @hsj.co.uk.
Read more ⬇️ #CSP4FairPay
Reforms to fix Band 8 pay gap at risk, ministers warned
Unions are warning the government it risks derailing "comprehensive" reforms to fix the Agenda for Change pay band structure, including the lack of an incentive to promotion to Band 8a.
www.hsj.co.uk
January 16, 2025 at 5:19 PM
'It's back-to-front to ask the PRB to decide how much should be allocated to changes when we haven't yet agreed what those reforms should be, or how much they would cost.'
Our warning to the government covered by @hsj.co.uk.
Read more ⬇️ #CSP4FairPay
Our warning to the government covered by @hsj.co.uk.
Read more ⬇️ #CSP4FairPay
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The CSP has welcomed the publication of NHS England’s latest reforms, which agree to implement many of the proposals we asked to see in the upcoming 10-year plan.
CSP celebrates wins in healthcare reforms
The CSP has welcomed the publication of NHS England’s latest reforms, which agree to implement many of the proposals we asked to see in the upcoming 10 year plan.
www.csp.org.uk
January 13, 2025 at 6:19 PM
The CSP has welcomed the publication of NHS England’s latest reforms, which agree to implement many of the proposals we asked to see in the upcoming 10-year plan.
Reposted by Helen Purcell
RMT union boss Mick Lynch announces retirement
RMT union boss Mick Lynch announces retirement
Firebrand leader says he is proud union stood up to ‘wholesale attacks’ on rail industry by Conservative party
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Mick Lynch has said he will retire as general secretary of the RMT…
www.theguardian.com
January 9, 2025 at 8:00 PM
RMT union boss Mick Lynch announces retirement
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Make no mistake. Every politician, pundit & online grifter amplifying Musk's dangerous lies will be aware of this intervention by now. Make no mistake, they are choosing to mislead the public & politicise the suffering of victims in the shameful pursuit of political advantage, attention & clicks.
January 8, 2025 at 9:31 AM
Make no mistake. Every politician, pundit & online grifter amplifying Musk's dangerous lies will be aware of this intervention by now. Make no mistake, they are choosing to mislead the public & politicise the suffering of victims in the shameful pursuit of political advantage, attention & clicks.
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Jess Phillips: ‘I’ve had to make changes to my life’ after Musk posts
www.channel4.com/news/jess-ph...
www.channel4.com/news/jess-ph...
Jess Phillips: ‘I’ve had to make changes to my life’ after Musk posts
One MP who has been accused of not engaging with the grooming gang issue is the Safeguarding minister Jess Phillips.
www.channel4.com
January 7, 2025 at 8:31 PM
Jess Phillips: ‘I’ve had to make changes to my life’ after Musk posts
www.channel4.com/news/jess-ph...
www.channel4.com/news/jess-ph...
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Zero hours contracts is enabling abuse of fast-food workers. It’s time for McDonald’s to make a guaranteed hours contract the default for all workers.
Please help their union @bfawu.bsky.social call for change and sign the petition 👇
Please help their union @bfawu.bsky.social call for change and sign the petition 👇
McDonald’s: Protect your staff from abuse by ending insecure work
No worker should be expected to tolerate sexual abuse, harassment or bullying of any kind at work. But McDonald’s has been hit by a wave of allegations that hundreds of workers are still facing sexual...
www.megaphone.org.uk
January 7, 2025 at 5:18 PM
Zero hours contracts is enabling abuse of fast-food workers. It’s time for McDonald’s to make a guaranteed hours contract the default for all workers.
Please help their union @bfawu.bsky.social call for change and sign the petition 👇
Please help their union @bfawu.bsky.social call for change and sign the petition 👇
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More snow on its way with weather warnings in place for London on Wednesday ❄️
A reminder to take extra care if you're travelling. Check NHS.UK and see our pinned post for tips on staying well during this cold weather 💚
A reminder to take extra care if you're travelling. Check NHS.UK and see our pinned post for tips on staying well during this cold weather 💚
How can we stay warm inside when it's cold outside? 🧊
Here's some tips on keeping warm and well this winter ⤵️
www.metoffice.gov.uk/weather/warn...
Here's some tips on keeping warm and well this winter ⤵️
www.metoffice.gov.uk/weather/warn...
Keeping your home warm this winter
It's important to keep your home warm to avoid health problems.
www.metoffice.gov.uk
January 7, 2025 at 2:03 PM
More snow on its way with weather warnings in place for London on Wednesday ❄️
A reminder to take extra care if you're travelling. Check NHS.UK and see our pinned post for tips on staying well during this cold weather 💚
A reminder to take extra care if you're travelling. Check NHS.UK and see our pinned post for tips on staying well during this cold weather 💚
Left X today. This ⬇️ by the legend @wefail.bsky.social says it all. Give him (and me!) a follow. Ta.
January 6, 2025 at 6:24 PM
Left X today. This ⬇️ by the legend @wefail.bsky.social says it all. Give him (and me!) a follow. Ta.