Paul Harrison
@paulbharrison.bsky.social
EBU/public service media | Accessibility and media literacy | Londoner in Geneva | Servette FC & AS Roma | Ex-BBC/OSINT journalist | An espresso, please | Very deaf!
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Paul Harrison
@paulbharrison.bsky.social
· Nov 18
I want to introduce myself properly here. I work at the @ebu.bsky.social in Geneva on various projects, including #MediaLiteracy and #Accessibility. I'm an ex-BBC journo. Looking forward to engaging with people who work in those fields. Expect posts about Servette, football and travel! Oh, I'm deaf.
2025 is a significant year for accessibility in public service media, with broadcasters keen to make their content more accessible for everyone, the introduction of the EAA and the growing use of AI in daily workflows. The new report is a timely look at the current state of access services in Europe
From subtitles and audio description to sign language, public service media are stepping up accessibility.
Our Media Intelligence Services report looks at the challenges and opportunities, and how AI is transforming accessibility.
Download the report: social.ebu.ch/AccessServices
Our Media Intelligence Services report looks at the challenges and opportunities, and how AI is transforming accessibility.
Download the report: social.ebu.ch/AccessServices
November 6, 2025 at 5:07 PM
2025 is a significant year for accessibility in public service media, with broadcasters keen to make their content more accessible for everyone, the introduction of the EAA and the growing use of AI in daily workflows. The new report is a timely look at the current state of access services in Europe
Spent my weekend in the beautiful city of Parma for some food, coffee and football. Took in the Parma v Como match, but the reason why I was in the area was for the Sassuolo v Roma game! Glad we dug in and defended our 1-0 win. The atmosphere from the Roma fans was brilliant. Relentless support.
October 26, 2025 at 9:19 PM
Spent my weekend in the beautiful city of Parma for some food, coffee and football. Took in the Parma v Como match, but the reason why I was in the area was for the Sassuolo v Roma game! Glad we dug in and defended our 1-0 win. The atmosphere from the Roma fans was brilliant. Relentless support.
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Sad to hear of the death of Padre Fedele. He was the volcanic monk who worked with Cosenza ultras to open food banks and build peace between ultra gangs. Irascible, idealistic and controversial, he was a legendary figure in Calabria. Sit tibi terra levis.
www.ilfattodicalabria.it/cronaca/2025...
www.ilfattodicalabria.it/cronaca/2025...
E' morto padre Fedele Bisceglia: Cosenza dice addio al suo storico "frate ultrà" - Il Fatto di Calabria
E’ morto nella notte padre Fedele Bisceglia, lo storico frate ultrà di Cosenza. Padre Fedele era da tempo ricoverato nel reparto di Geriatria dell’Inrca a Cosenza. Il religioso, 87 anni, storica figur...
www.ilfattodicalabria.it
August 13, 2025 at 7:52 AM
Sad to hear of the death of Padre Fedele. He was the volcanic monk who worked with Cosenza ultras to open food banks and build peace between ultra gangs. Irascible, idealistic and controversial, he was a legendary figure in Calabria. Sit tibi terra levis.
www.ilfattodicalabria.it/cronaca/2025...
www.ilfattodicalabria.it/cronaca/2025...
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England played 360 minutes of regulation knockout football at Euro 2025.
They were behind for 173 minutes (2 hours, 53 minutes)
They were ahead for 1 minute.
They were behind for 173 minutes (2 hours, 53 minutes)
They were ahead for 1 minute.
July 27, 2025 at 7:34 PM
England played 360 minutes of regulation knockout football at Euro 2025.
They were behind for 173 minutes (2 hours, 53 minutes)
They were ahead for 1 minute.
They were behind for 173 minutes (2 hours, 53 minutes)
They were ahead for 1 minute.
Football is coming home, but I’m not coming home. Sorry, mum!
July 27, 2025 at 7:38 PM
Football is coming home, but I’m not coming home. Sorry, mum!
When #WEuro2025 comes to Switzerland: the special final edition! What a way to sign off a memorable tournament!
July 27, 2025 at 7:37 PM
When #WEuro2025 comes to Switzerland: the special final edition! What a way to sign off a memorable tournament!
What a win! But one more leg to play. I love Servette European awaydays!
July 22, 2025 at 9:28 PM
What a win! But one more leg to play. I love Servette European awaydays!
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🎂This year, we celebrated our 75th anniversary!
That means:
75 years of quality public broadcasting for all📺
75 years of shared stories, sport, & culture✨
75 years of reflecting Europe’s rich diversity🌍
... & here’s to many more!🥳
Relive our celebrations below!👇
That means:
75 years of quality public broadcasting for all📺
75 years of shared stories, sport, & culture✨
75 years of reflecting Europe’s rich diversity🌍
... & here’s to many more!🥳
Relive our celebrations below!👇
July 17, 2025 at 10:25 AM
🎂This year, we celebrated our 75th anniversary!
That means:
75 years of quality public broadcasting for all📺
75 years of shared stories, sport, & culture✨
75 years of reflecting Europe’s rich diversity🌍
... & here’s to many more!🥳
Relive our celebrations below!👇
That means:
75 years of quality public broadcasting for all📺
75 years of shared stories, sport, & culture✨
75 years of reflecting Europe’s rich diversity🌍
... & here’s to many more!🥳
Relive our celebrations below!👇
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🚀 Our Disability & Inclusion Fan Network set out to drive change during its launch meeting with UEFA's backing at #EFFC25 last month.
🙌 Learn about the network, meet its steering committee, & find out how to join the conversation below.
🔗 More: bit.ly/4eUSqSt
🙌 Learn about the network, meet its steering committee, & find out how to join the conversation below.
🔗 More: bit.ly/4eUSqSt
July 17, 2025 at 11:28 AM
🚀 Our Disability & Inclusion Fan Network set out to drive change during its launch meeting with UEFA's backing at #EFFC25 last month.
🙌 Learn about the network, meet its steering committee, & find out how to join the conversation below.
🔗 More: bit.ly/4eUSqSt
🙌 Learn about the network, meet its steering committee, & find out how to join the conversation below.
🔗 More: bit.ly/4eUSqSt
When #WEuro2025 comes to Geneva: the Italy v Norway quarters edition. It’s the last post of this series but what a way to end! No semi-final for me.
July 16, 2025 at 9:39 PM
When #WEuro2025 comes to Geneva: the Italy v Norway quarters edition. It’s the last post of this series but what a way to end! No semi-final for me.
When #WEuro2025 comes to Geneva: the Italy v Spain On Tour édition in Bern.
July 11, 2025 at 10:07 PM
When #WEuro2025 comes to Geneva: the Italy v Spain On Tour édition in Bern.
When #WEuro2025 comes to Geneva: the Switzerland v Finland special edition! What a night!
July 10, 2025 at 9:54 PM
When #WEuro2025 comes to Geneva: the Switzerland v Finland special edition! What a night!
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🇨🇭 SUPER EASY ways to SAVE MONEY at the Women's EUROs! 💸
See you in Bern, Zürich, St. Gallen 👍
See you in Bern, Zürich, St. Gallen 👍
July 7, 2025 at 9:07 PM
🇨🇭 SUPER EASY ways to SAVE MONEY at the Women's EUROs! 💸
See you in Bern, Zürich, St. Gallen 👍
See you in Bern, Zürich, St. Gallen 👍
When #WEuro2025 comes to Geneva: the Portugal v Italy edition. The match of the tournament so far!
July 7, 2025 at 9:59 PM
When #WEuro2025 comes to Geneva: the Portugal v Italy edition. The match of the tournament so far!
When #WEuro2025 comes to Geneva: the Denmark v Sweden edition.
July 5, 2025 at 8:47 PM
When #WEuro2025 comes to Geneva: the Denmark v Sweden edition.
@fanseurope.org launched its new Disability and Inclusion Network to give deaf and disabled fans a platform for their views on accessibility. They seek more input from fans across Europe. Interested? Please take this survey or share the link with deaf or disabled matchgoers!https://lnkd.in/eUkvKR7s
FSE Disability & Inclusion Fan Network
Register your interest in being a part of the Disability and Inclusion Fan Network.
www.surveymonkey.com
July 2, 2025 at 11:59 AM
@fanseurope.org launched its new Disability and Inclusion Network to give deaf and disabled fans a platform for their views on accessibility. They seek more input from fans across Europe. Interested? Please take this survey or share the link with deaf or disabled matchgoers!https://lnkd.in/eUkvKR7s
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Hi! I’m Zahra Nawab, a deaf PhD student at UCL. I’m looking for participants for my research on language, thinking & emotions in deaf adults.
Interested or know someone who might be? Get in touch: zahra.nawab.23@ucl.ac.uk
For more information, please watch this video: youtu.be/Iw-TiANQpY0
Interested or know someone who might be? Get in touch: zahra.nawab.23@ucl.ac.uk
For more information, please watch this video: youtu.be/Iw-TiANQpY0
June 30, 2025 at 12:05 PM
Hi! I’m Zahra Nawab, a deaf PhD student at UCL. I’m looking for participants for my research on language, thinking & emotions in deaf adults.
Interested or know someone who might be? Get in touch: zahra.nawab.23@ucl.ac.uk
For more information, please watch this video: youtu.be/Iw-TiANQpY0
Interested or know someone who might be? Get in touch: zahra.nawab.23@ucl.ac.uk
For more information, please watch this video: youtu.be/Iw-TiANQpY0
Just finished my whirlwind tour of Swedish football over the last three days. Here’s a mini thread.
- Ariana v FC Rosengard - a Malmö third division derby between a team founded by Afghan refugees and a local team. FCR won with a last min free kick winner. Great old school ground. 1/?
- Ariana v FC Rosengard - a Malmö third division derby between a team founded by Afghan refugees and a local team. FCR won with a last min free kick winner. Great old school ground. 1/?
June 29, 2025 at 7:29 PM
Just finished my whirlwind tour of Swedish football over the last three days. Here’s a mini thread.
- Ariana v FC Rosengard - a Malmö third division derby between a team founded by Afghan refugees and a local team. FCR won with a last min free kick winner. Great old school ground. 1/?
- Ariana v FC Rosengard - a Malmö third division derby between a team founded by Afghan refugees and a local team. FCR won with a last min free kick winner. Great old school ground. 1/?
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If you’re enjoying watching the sign language interpreters at Glastonbury, may I share this piece I wrote about the challenges of BSL signing for live arts. The complexities of it all are fascinating.
www.timeout.com/uk/city-life...
www.timeout.com/uk/city-life...
‘I had to dip my hands in ice, they hurt so much’: inside the blossoming BSL events industry
Demand for British Sign Language interpreting in live arts is on the up
www.timeout.com
June 28, 2025 at 9:11 AM
If you’re enjoying watching the sign language interpreters at Glastonbury, may I share this piece I wrote about the challenges of BSL signing for live arts. The complexities of it all are fascinating.
www.timeout.com/uk/city-life...
www.timeout.com/uk/city-life...
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🤝 On the eve of #EFFC2025, we held the first-ever meeting of FSE’s Disability & Inclusion Fan Network, supported by UEFA.
🌍 Supporters from 17 countries came together to shape the network’s goals for its first year and drive inclusion forward across Europe.
🌍 Supporters from 17 countries came together to shape the network’s goals for its first year and drive inclusion forward across Europe.
June 27, 2025 at 1:56 PM
🤝 On the eve of #EFFC2025, we held the first-ever meeting of FSE’s Disability & Inclusion Fan Network, supported by UEFA.
🌍 Supporters from 17 countries came together to shape the network’s goals for its first year and drive inclusion forward across Europe.
🌍 Supporters from 17 countries came together to shape the network’s goals for its first year and drive inclusion forward across Europe.
Great first day at the EFFC25 in Malmo. It was a privilege to be part of the first Disability & Inclusion Fans Network event, where we can make a positive difference for disabled football fans by working with authorities and clubs. Met some great people. Learnt a lot about Swedish football culture.
🗣️ FSE & co-hosts MFF Support opened #EFFC25 tonight followed by an address from UEFA Deputy General Secretary Giorgio Marchetti.
👋MFFsupport, SFSU, Supporterhuset, Malmösystrar, & Allsvenskan also gave a thorough insight into the Swedish football landscape to attendees.
👋MFFsupport, SFSU, Supporterhuset, Malmösystrar, & Allsvenskan also gave a thorough insight into the Swedish football landscape to attendees.
June 26, 2025 at 9:27 PM
Great first day at the EFFC25 in Malmo. It was a privilege to be part of the first Disability & Inclusion Fans Network event, where we can make a positive difference for disabled football fans by working with authorities and clubs. Met some great people. Learnt a lot about Swedish football culture.
I'm looking forward to attending my first ever EFF Congress and meeting fellow fans to discuss key topics, including accessibility in football and the new Disability and Inclusion Fans Network. I managed to book a quick detour to Stockholm for Hammarby and AIK games. It should be a great trip!
🚨 The European Football Fans Congress 2025 kicks off in Malmö next week.
On the agenda:
🗺️ European away days
🙋 Fans' rights
🕸️ Multi-Club Ownership
🤝 Meaningful fan engagement
➕Plus more....
🔗 bit.ly/43N01hN #EFFC25
On the agenda:
🗺️ European away days
🙋 Fans' rights
🕸️ Multi-Club Ownership
🤝 Meaningful fan engagement
➕Plus more....
🔗 bit.ly/43N01hN #EFFC25
June 18, 2025 at 7:16 PM
I'm looking forward to attending my first ever EFF Congress and meeting fellow fans to discuss key topics, including accessibility in football and the new Disability and Inclusion Fans Network. I managed to book a quick detour to Stockholm for Hammarby and AIK games. It should be a great trip!
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✅ 2025/26 Champions League - QR2 (League Path) is set for the draw on 18 June.
📈 Three seeded clubs:
🏴 Rangers
🇦🇹 Salzburg
🇨🇿 Viktoria Plzeň
📉 Three unseeded clubs:
🇬🇷 Panathinaikos
🇨🇭 Servette
🇳🇴 Brann
📢 👉 Check our Page (☝️ in bio) for details on their qualifying % chances!
📈 Three seeded clubs:
🏴 Rangers
🇦🇹 Salzburg
🇨🇿 Viktoria Plzeň
📉 Three unseeded clubs:
🇬🇷 Panathinaikos
🇨🇭 Servette
🇳🇴 Brann
📢 👉 Check our Page (☝️ in bio) for details on their qualifying % chances!
June 1, 2025 at 5:26 PM
✅ 2025/26 Champions League - QR2 (League Path) is set for the draw on 18 June.
📈 Three seeded clubs:
🏴 Rangers
🇦🇹 Salzburg
🇨🇿 Viktoria Plzeň
📉 Three unseeded clubs:
🇬🇷 Panathinaikos
🇨🇭 Servette
🇳🇴 Brann
📢 👉 Check our Page (☝️ in bio) for details on their qualifying % chances!
📈 Three seeded clubs:
🏴 Rangers
🇦🇹 Salzburg
🇨🇿 Viktoria Plzeň
📉 Three unseeded clubs:
🇬🇷 Panathinaikos
🇨🇭 Servette
🇳🇴 Brann
📢 👉 Check our Page (☝️ in bio) for details on their qualifying % chances!
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On this day in 1984, Liverpool won the European Cup against AS Roma in Rome.
For Roma, it was the start of a long unraveling and the beginning of the end for their great captain, Agostino Di Bartolomei.
www.cultured.football/p/ciao-capit...
For Roma, it was the start of a long unraveling and the beginning of the end for their great captain, Agostino Di Bartolomei.
www.cultured.football/p/ciao-capit...
Ciao Capitano!
The life and tragic death of Roma legend Ago di Bartolomei
www.cultured.football
May 30, 2025 at 9:50 AM
On this day in 1984, Liverpool won the European Cup against AS Roma in Rome.
For Roma, it was the start of a long unraveling and the beginning of the end for their great captain, Agostino Di Bartolomei.
www.cultured.football/p/ciao-capit...
For Roma, it was the start of a long unraveling and the beginning of the end for their great captain, Agostino Di Bartolomei.
www.cultured.football/p/ciao-capit...
Visited the Basilica of Superga and the Superga Memorial. It serves as a poignant reminder of the tragic 1949 plane crash that claimed the lives of the Torino football team, leaving a profound impact on the club, Turin and Italian football. Beautiful views from the top.
May 26, 2025 at 12:39 PM
Visited the Basilica of Superga and the Superga Memorial. It serves as a poignant reminder of the tragic 1949 plane crash that claimed the lives of the Torino football team, leaving a profound impact on the club, Turin and Italian football. Beautiful views from the top.