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Nancy Platts
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Lives in sunny #Brighton, UK - I run, I write, I campaign. Volunteer Ambassador for #parkrun. You can find my blog at https://medium.com/@nancyplatts
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Ed Baldwin, political lead for CWU South East region argues that Proportional Representation would give workers more power and help secure workers’ rights for a generation, not just one term. #TimeForPR

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Proportional Representation would give workers more power
Trade unionists understand power, but our crumbling First Past the Post system is not designed for us to wield power. It’s designed to manage our disillusionment.That’s why support for proportional re...
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November 19, 2025 at 4:21 PM
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All are welcome. Please wear sturdy boots and clothes suitable for gardening and the weather. There’ll be a tea and cake break. You have time to walk, jog, run or volunteer at the parkrun first. Sign up to be a 'friend' for free by emailing us at friendsofebp@gmail.com #Brighton #conservation
August 21, 2025 at 7:23 AM
Re-imagining Brighton Marina - I gathered thoughts from local residents and businesses about how this area could be improved. @landsec.bsky.social @brighton-hove.gov.uk @brightonargus.bsky.social @bhcitynews.bsky.social #Brighton #Marina #BlackRock

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Re-imagining Brighton Marina
It’s late afternoon and the sun is shining as I stroll along the boardwalk at Brighton Marina to visit Ali and Jason on their houseboat…
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August 20, 2025 at 12:54 PM
Finnola is a supermarket worker, and one of millions of workers who will benefit from the Employment Rights Bill. Please read her story and sign her open letter to the Prime Minister letter.megaphone.org.uk
Pass the Employment Rights Bill in full: Sign the open letter
Finnola is a supermarket worker, and one of the millions of workers who will benefit if the Employment Rights Bill is passed in full. Please read her story and sign her open letter to the Prime Minist...
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August 13, 2025 at 1:47 PM
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Things are starting to move rapidly in the right direction for democratic reform. Read more about how opinion is shifting in our August round-up. We've updated on recent events in the UK, in Parliament and in trade unions. #TimeforPR

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August Round Up
We have good news! Things are starting to move rapidly in the right direction for democratic reform. Here are the top lines on recent events in the UK, in Parliament and in trade unions. In the UK ...
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August 13, 2025 at 1:01 PM
Thanks @rosemaryforest.bsky.social - glad it was helpful and always feel free to get in touch - will see if I can find you on LinkedIn too.x
Really practical webinar today re influencing politicians from insiders. Thanks to @nancyplatts.bsky.social Aaron Davidson & Michael Bannister for sharing & @fairsay.bsky.social‬ for organising! A 🧵 on advice that really stood out:
#Advocacy #Campaigning
July 17, 2025 at 12:01 PM
In pretty Worcester for work.
July 7, 2025 at 6:53 PM
Sometimes it’s hard to get up for parkrun (ask no questions and I’ll tell you no lies) but you always feel fantastic and full of energy afterwards #loveparkrun
July 5, 2025 at 10:48 AM
A lovely parkrun with a super-friendly and encouraging team. I was pleased to get 30:20 and Steve came in ahead of me at 29:06. Fabulous big breakfast in the cafe afterwards.
June 21, 2025 at 2:29 PM
Run and a Bun - well-deserved after a hot 6.5k
June 19, 2025 at 11:46 AM
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Are you at @gmb.org.uk Congress in #Brighton? Are you a fan of Parma violets or more into Love Hearts? Come and grab the last few vegan sweets along with a free copy of the trade union case for electoral reform #GMB25 #GMB2025 #TimeForPR

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June 12, 2025 at 10:40 AM
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Good morning from sunny Brighton! We're here at
@gmb.org.uk Congress all week, please drop by and say hi. #GMB25
June 8, 2025 at 8:38 AM
I somehow managed to buy matching shoes and clipboard today. Who knows when such a level of coordination might be needed?! The shoes are vegan, I’m not sure about the clipboard.
June 7, 2025 at 12:52 PM
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Here's our May Round-Up that shows how the campaign for political reform is building across the country. From
@NASUWT conference to the growing support in Westminster @FairElectionsUK. @electoralreform ask 'Is this the end of the two-party system?'

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Politics For the Many - May Round Up
Meeting NASUWT members in Liverpool It was a pleasure to take an exhibition stall to NASUWT conference in Liverpool earlier this year and launch our updated ‘Trade Union Case for Reform’ booklet. ...
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June 6, 2025 at 2:37 PM
A lovely afternoon walking over the Downs yesterday
May 26, 2025 at 9:35 AM
It was a damp and windy one today. Steve came in at 28:07 with me not too far behind at 28:50. Windy weather slowed us down a little heading west but made for an invigorating run. Treated ourselves to a good old-fashioned breakfast at Belchers afterwards. #loveparkrun
May 24, 2025 at 10:53 AM
Thank you @pollytoynbee.bsky.social for raising the profile of what's happening to Wellsbourne GP practice in Whitehawk, #Brighton. Please share!

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This uproar over a Brighton GP surgery shows how the NHS is slipping into private hands | Polly Toynbee
Wellsbourne GP practice could become the latest victim of a system that puts profit-making companies ahead of local communities, says Guardian columnist Polly Toynbee
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May 23, 2025 at 11:10 AM
And today I somehow motivated myself to get up ridiculously early and do it all in reverse, which meant running up the hill from the dry dock at the Marina - that was hard!!!
May 15, 2025 at 9:28 AM
I'm going to the beach clean on Sunday, May 25th, from 9:30 to 11:30 AM. It starts on the beach behind Sea Lanes, with all the gear you need to get stuck in and @southdownsleisure and @sealanesbtn are treating all volunteers to a complimentary ice cream cone. Join me!
May 13, 2025 at 10:05 AM
Went out determined to run 7k and ran just over 8k - beautiful day for a run by the sea - I think it inspired me! Gorgeous smell of honeysuckle on the cliff top above the Marina.
May 8, 2025 at 11:49 AM
Being part of Campaign Collective is all about working on campaigns that make a difference and this is one of them. Please do sign and share to show your support.
Campaigning for Special Schools! SEND funding is tough, especially for non-maintained schools. We're calling for more gov support to help students with vision impairments thrive in the workplace. 📢 Sign here: loom.ly/IlOh3RE

#SEND #CampaignForChange @nasschools.bsky.social
Support our Campaign - New College Worcester
Join our campaign to ensure special education is funded for those with SEND who can benefit from a special school
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February 14, 2025 at 3:17 PM
The new @theguardian.com format is a nightmare to navigate on a phone. Hate it! The previous digital version was much more user-friendly. Himself is very upset - his android tablet doesn't support the new format so he no longer has a paper to read.

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December 17, 2024 at 8:11 AM
The Polar Express at #Edinburgh station.
December 13, 2024 at 5:40 PM
I visited the new Reading Room café in #Brighton and wrote a review - click below to have a read and share your thoughts.

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The Reading Room café at Black Rock, Brighton
The new Reading Room café is a welcome addition to the eastern end of Brighton seafront and already proving hugely popular with local…
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December 2, 2024 at 8:38 AM
Hello @gmbsouthern.bsky.social and welcome to the other side!
November 21, 2024 at 4:11 PM