Margaret Kelly
@mrosekelly.bsky.social
All things access to justice and ombuds related. For work @nipsocomms.bsky.social Repost interest not endorsement.
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The Dromore Book Festival spotlights continue! Next up: Brian McGilloway in conversation with Stuart Neville. Two of my favourite authors, so i can’t wait for this one!
Brian's new book, The One You Least Suspect, will be available on the night! Pls share!
www.ticketsource.co.uk/whats-on/co-...
Brian's new book, The One You Least Suspect, will be available on the night! Pls share!
www.ticketsource.co.uk/whats-on/co-...
March 24, 2025 at 6:12 PM
The Dromore Book Festival spotlights continue! Next up: Brian McGilloway in conversation with Stuart Neville. Two of my favourite authors, so i can’t wait for this one!
Brian's new book, The One You Least Suspect, will be available on the night! Pls share!
www.ticketsource.co.uk/whats-on/co-...
Brian's new book, The One You Least Suspect, will be available on the night! Pls share!
www.ticketsource.co.uk/whats-on/co-...
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Project lead Prof. Chris Gill (Univ of Glasgow) explaining the aim is to enhance access to justice for asylum seekers and refugees, helping to ensure they are able to access rights and entitlements.
It is also about the role of Ombuds organisations and how they can extend their impact in society.
It is also about the role of Ombuds organisations and how they can extend their impact in society.
March 20, 2025 at 11:42 AM
Project lead Prof. Chris Gill (Univ of Glasgow) explaining the aim is to enhance access to justice for asylum seekers and refugees, helping to ensure they are able to access rights and entitlements.
It is also about the role of Ombuds organisations and how they can extend their impact in society.
It is also about the role of Ombuds organisations and how they can extend their impact in society.
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Thank you to Nashieli Remirez Hernandez, President of
@the_ioi and the Human Rights Commission of Mexico City
for being the keynote speaker at our conference today, and for providing a fascinating view of the Mexican experience of migration.
@the_ioi and the Human Rights Commission of Mexico City
for being the keynote speaker at our conference today, and for providing a fascinating view of the Mexican experience of migration.
March 20, 2025 at 1:24 PM
Thank you to Nashieli Remirez Hernandez, President of
@the_ioi and the Human Rights Commission of Mexico City
for being the keynote speaker at our conference today, and for providing a fascinating view of the Mexican experience of migration.
@the_ioi and the Human Rights Commission of Mexico City
for being the keynote speaker at our conference today, and for providing a fascinating view of the Mexican experience of migration.
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Rebecca Hilsenrath @phsombudsman.bsky.social England and Ger Deering @OfficeOmbudsman Ireland with their reflections on access to justice for asylum seekers.
#seekingsafety
#seekingsafety
March 20, 2025 at 4:04 PM
Rebecca Hilsenrath @phsombudsman.bsky.social England and Ger Deering @OfficeOmbudsman Ireland with their reflections on access to justice for asylum seekers.
#seekingsafety
#seekingsafety
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Our latest Case Digest looks at some of the investigations we've carried out in relation to women’s health.
The cases highlight some of the key issues, and illustrate how learning from complaints can help to improve public services.
Read the Digest at: nipso.org.uk/resources/ot...
The cases highlight some of the key issues, and illustrate how learning from complaints can help to improve public services.
Read the Digest at: nipso.org.uk/resources/ot...
March 19, 2025 at 3:13 PM
Our latest Case Digest looks at some of the investigations we've carried out in relation to women’s health.
The cases highlight some of the key issues, and illustrate how learning from complaints can help to improve public services.
Read the Digest at: nipso.org.uk/resources/ot...
The cases highlight some of the key issues, and illustrate how learning from complaints can help to improve public services.
Read the Digest at: nipso.org.uk/resources/ot...
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A woman who was 33 weeks pregnant was admitted to Craigavon Area Hospital with severe abdominal pains.
Our investigation found that had an emergency caesarean section been carried out it is likely her baby would have survived.
Read our investigation report at:
www.nipso.org.uk/our-findings...
Our investigation found that had an emergency caesarean section been carried out it is likely her baby would have survived.
Read our investigation report at:
www.nipso.org.uk/our-findings...
March 19, 2025 at 9:36 AM
A woman who was 33 weeks pregnant was admitted to Craigavon Area Hospital with severe abdominal pains.
Our investigation found that had an emergency caesarean section been carried out it is likely her baby would have survived.
Read our investigation report at:
www.nipso.org.uk/our-findings...
Our investigation found that had an emergency caesarean section been carried out it is likely her baby would have survived.
Read our investigation report at:
www.nipso.org.uk/our-findings...
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The Department is seeking to appoint two Authority Members to the Regulation and Quality Improvement Authority (RQIA).
🔗 www.health-ni.gov.uk/publications/public-appointment-competition-2-authority-members-1-x-nursing-1-x-digital-regulation-and-quality-improvement-authority-rqia-125
🔗 www.health-ni.gov.uk/publications/public-appointment-competition-2-authority-members-1-x-nursing-1-x-digital-regulation-and-quality-improvement-authority-rqia-125
February 27, 2025 at 10:20 AM
The Department is seeking to appoint two Authority Members to the Regulation and Quality Improvement Authority (RQIA).
🔗 www.health-ni.gov.uk/publications/public-appointment-competition-2-authority-members-1-x-nursing-1-x-digital-regulation-and-quality-improvement-authority-rqia-125
🔗 www.health-ni.gov.uk/publications/public-appointment-competition-2-authority-members-1-x-nursing-1-x-digital-regulation-and-quality-improvement-authority-rqia-125
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On this day in 1813, Pride and Prejudice was published. Over 200 years later, it’s still a bestseller, captivating readers with wit, romance, and unforgettable characters. So many beautiful editions exist—check out the ones I have in stock. Which is your favourite?
January 28, 2025 at 7:35 PM
On this day in 1813, Pride and Prejudice was published. Over 200 years later, it’s still a bestseller, captivating readers with wit, romance, and unforgettable characters. So many beautiful editions exist—check out the ones I have in stock. Which is your favourite?
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Making a complaint is a right enshrined in the NHS Constitution.
Yet, our new research shows people have low confidence in the NHS complaints system and struggle to navigate it. This prevents them from complaining if they get poor care.
Find out more www.healthwatch.co.uk/news/2025-01...
Yet, our new research shows people have low confidence in the NHS complaints system and struggle to navigate it. This prevents them from complaining if they get poor care.
Find out more www.healthwatch.co.uk/news/2025-01...
January 27, 2025 at 9:26 AM
Making a complaint is a right enshrined in the NHS Constitution.
Yet, our new research shows people have low confidence in the NHS complaints system and struggle to navigate it. This prevents them from complaining if they get poor care.
Find out more www.healthwatch.co.uk/news/2025-01...
Yet, our new research shows people have low confidence in the NHS complaints system and struggle to navigate it. This prevents them from complaining if they get poor care.
Find out more www.healthwatch.co.uk/news/2025-01...
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Interesting research. We need a simple compassionate complaints process for public services which is focused on resolution and learning. @mrosekelly.bsky.social @juliehealy.bsky.social @nipsocomms.bsky.social
Making a complaint is a right enshrined in the NHS Constitution.
Yet, our new research shows people have low confidence in the NHS complaints system and struggle to navigate it. This prevents them from complaining if they get poor care.
Find out more www.healthwatch.co.uk/news/2025-01...
Yet, our new research shows people have low confidence in the NHS complaints system and struggle to navigate it. This prevents them from complaining if they get poor care.
Find out more www.healthwatch.co.uk/news/2025-01...
January 28, 2025 at 12:50 PM
Interesting research. We need a simple compassionate complaints process for public services which is focused on resolution and learning. @mrosekelly.bsky.social @juliehealy.bsky.social @nipsocomms.bsky.social
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Great job opportunity to lead @ChildLawCentre, championing the rights of children. Very big shoes to fill at one of Northern Ireland’s most effective change making organisations. Please spread the word. Https://engageexec.co.uk/childrens-law-centre-ceo/
Children’s Law Centre CEO - Engage Executive Talent
Who we are: Founded on the principles laid down in the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child (UNCRC), we were established in 1997 to provide legal advice to children and young people. We have since...
engageexec.co.uk
January 8, 2025 at 10:12 PM
Great job opportunity to lead @ChildLawCentre, championing the rights of children. Very big shoes to fill at one of Northern Ireland’s most effective change making organisations. Please spread the word. Https://engageexec.co.uk/childrens-law-centre-ceo/
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Hello. If you subscribe to my newsletter, you should have received an email giving you a code for 20% off most products on the website. If you don't, the code is NEW20. Why not spend this weird post-Christmas/pre-New Year period browsing for a new book?
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Bridge Books - Book Store Dromore Northern Ireland
Northern Ireland's number one book store is the perfect place for gift ideas with a big selection of the latest releases and old favourites.
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December 28, 2024 at 11:18 AM
Hello. If you subscribe to my newsletter, you should have received an email giving you a code for 20% off most products on the website. If you don't, the code is NEW20. Why not spend this weird post-Christmas/pre-New Year period browsing for a new book?
www.bridgebooksdromore.co.uk
www.bridgebooksdromore.co.uk
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Thrilled to share my op ed. I explore how schools navigate complaints about disability discrimination—an issue that directly impacts fairness, accessibility, and inclusion in education.
📝 You can read it here: www.abc.net.au/religion/how...?
📝 You can read it here: www.abc.net.au/religion/how...?
How should schools handle complaints about disability discrimination? - ABC Religion & Ethics
Education is a basic human right, and schools are legally required to provide equal opportunities for all students — particularly students with a disability. What about when this doesn’t happen?
www.abc.net.au
December 20, 2024 at 7:42 AM
Thrilled to share my op ed. I explore how schools navigate complaints about disability discrimination—an issue that directly impacts fairness, accessibility, and inclusion in education.
📝 You can read it here: www.abc.net.au/religion/how...?
📝 You can read it here: www.abc.net.au/religion/how...?
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“Shame must change sides”
December 19, 2024 at 6:46 PM
“Shame must change sides”
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A huge thank you to all the amazing authors who supported me by doing events this year! To celebrate their brilliance and share my love of their books, I'm offering a Christmas special: Buy any 3 books by the authors in the photos, and get a 4th book (the cheapest) FREE!
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December 17, 2024 at 7:51 PM
A huge thank you to all the amazing authors who supported me by doing events this year! To celebrate their brilliance and share my love of their books, I'm offering a Christmas special: Buy any 3 books by the authors in the photos, and get a 4th book (the cheapest) FREE!
bridgebooksdromore.co.uk
bridgebooksdromore.co.uk
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🎁 @sluggerotoolepols.bsky.social unpacking the Northern Ireland political year that was 2024 in Belfast's Black Box with the help of Alex Kane, Allison Morris and @alaninbelfast.bsky.social
December 17, 2024 at 7:52 PM
🎁 @sluggerotoolepols.bsky.social unpacking the Northern Ireland political year that was 2024 in Belfast's Black Box with the help of Alex Kane, Allison Morris and @alaninbelfast.bsky.social
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We regularly publish our investigation reports.
Sharing our findings this way means people can better understand our role.
Published reports can also help public bodies learn from complaints.
Read our latest reports at:
nipso.org.uk/investigatio...
Sharing our findings this way means people can better understand our role.
Published reports can also help public bodies learn from complaints.
Read our latest reports at:
nipso.org.uk/investigatio...
December 3, 2024 at 2:43 PM
We regularly publish our investigation reports.
Sharing our findings this way means people can better understand our role.
Published reports can also help public bodies learn from complaints.
Read our latest reports at:
nipso.org.uk/investigatio...
Sharing our findings this way means people can better understand our role.
Published reports can also help public bodies learn from complaints.
Read our latest reports at:
nipso.org.uk/investigatio...
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Do you have an unresolved complaint about a public body?
Our online complaint form is the easiest way to contact us.
nipso.org.uk/make-complai...
Our online complaint form is the easiest way to contact us.
nipso.org.uk/make-complai...
December 11, 2024 at 11:55 AM
Do you have an unresolved complaint about a public body?
Our online complaint form is the easiest way to contact us.
nipso.org.uk/make-complai...
Our online complaint form is the easiest way to contact us.
nipso.org.uk/make-complai...
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5,378 children were living in temporary accommodation in November 2024, an increase of 121% since January 2019.
The number of households living in such accommodation has grown by 138% over the same period.
The number of households living in such accommodation has grown by 138% over the same period.
December 12, 2024 at 1:59 PM
5,378 children were living in temporary accommodation in November 2024, an increase of 121% since January 2019.
The number of households living in such accommodation has grown by 138% over the same period.
The number of households living in such accommodation has grown by 138% over the same period.
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"Homeless services in Northern Ireland are under "extreme pressure" dealing with "people that have more complex needs than ever before".
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
Homeless services in NI under 'extreme pressure'
Susan Duncan, from The Welcome Organisation charity, says
www.bbc.co.uk
December 17, 2024 at 8:21 AM
"Homeless services in Northern Ireland are under "extreme pressure" dealing with "people that have more complex needs than ever before".
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
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The Minister is also set to announce a new scheme this week which will provide loans to homeless organisations to buy homes for those currently in homeless shelters.
www.belfastlive.co.uk/news/norther...
www.belfastlive.co.uk/news/norther...
Executive launch new plan to build 100,000 homes across NI
The Minister is also set to announce a new scheme this week which will provide loans to homeless organisations to buy homes for those currently in homeless shelters.
www.belfastlive.co.uk
December 9, 2024 at 1:19 PM
The Minister is also set to announce a new scheme this week which will provide loans to homeless organisations to buy homes for those currently in homeless shelters.
www.belfastlive.co.uk/news/norther...
www.belfastlive.co.uk/news/norther...
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Anybody need a Christmas tree? There's one on the go on the Ballyclare Road in Templepatrick.
📸Pacemaker
#StormDarragh updates 👉 tinyurl.com/4ksjszbb
📸Pacemaker
#StormDarragh updates 👉 tinyurl.com/4ksjszbb
December 7, 2024 at 12:03 PM
Anybody need a Christmas tree? There's one on the go on the Ballyclare Road in Templepatrick.
📸Pacemaker
#StormDarragh updates 👉 tinyurl.com/4ksjszbb
📸Pacemaker
#StormDarragh updates 👉 tinyurl.com/4ksjszbb
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Word of the morning is ‘williwaw’ (19th century): a sudden violent squall or a toppling gust of wind.
Goes well with ‘thunderplump’: a sudden downpour that soaks you to the skin in seconds.
Goes well with ‘thunderplump’: a sudden downpour that soaks you to the skin in seconds.
December 7, 2024 at 11:34 AM
Word of the morning is ‘williwaw’ (19th century): a sudden violent squall or a toppling gust of wind.
Goes well with ‘thunderplump’: a sudden downpour that soaks you to the skin in seconds.
Goes well with ‘thunderplump’: a sudden downpour that soaks you to the skin in seconds.
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A year-long research project exploring the untapped potential of Belfast’s alleyways has culminated in a series of recommendations on how to “reclaim” vital public space.
www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/entertainmen...
www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/entertainmen...
Plans revealed to give Belfast alleyways new lease of life
A year-long research project exploring the untapped potential of Belfast’s alleyways has culminated in a series of recommendations on how to “reclaim” vital public space.
www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk
December 6, 2024 at 7:02 AM
A year-long research project exploring the untapped potential of Belfast’s alleyways has culminated in a series of recommendations on how to “reclaim” vital public space.
www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/entertainmen...
www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/entertainmen...
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Political & Constitutional Affairs Committee
Inquiry will examine voter ID, voter registration & the implementation of the Elections Act 2022 reforms to postal & overseas voting in the general election
committees.parliament.uk/committee/32...
Inquiry will examine voter ID, voter registration & the implementation of the Elections Act 2022 reforms to postal & overseas voting in the general election
committees.parliament.uk/committee/32...
New inquiry to examine resilience of UK electoral system - Committees - UK Parliament
A new PACAC inquiry will look at the resilience of UK general elections following the implementation of the Elections Act 2022.
committees.parliament.uk
December 3, 2024 at 11:42 AM
Political & Constitutional Affairs Committee
Inquiry will examine voter ID, voter registration & the implementation of the Elections Act 2022 reforms to postal & overseas voting in the general election
committees.parliament.uk/committee/32...
Inquiry will examine voter ID, voter registration & the implementation of the Elections Act 2022 reforms to postal & overseas voting in the general election
committees.parliament.uk/committee/32...