Sharon Slinger
@sharonslinger.bsky.social
Yorkshire lass who chats about politics, football and inclusion (amongst other stuff)
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⏰ Disabilities don’t start at 9:30am - so neither should disabled bus passes.
🗳️ Tonight, I’m leading the charge in Parliament, pushing for a vote to scrap these unfair time restrictions that create a postcode lottery.
🚌 Ask your MP to vote for New Clause 2 [NC2].
🗳️ Tonight, I’m leading the charge in Parliament, pushing for a vote to scrap these unfair time restrictions that create a postcode lottery.
🚌 Ask your MP to vote for New Clause 2 [NC2].
September 10, 2025 at 3:33 PM
⏰ Disabilities don’t start at 9:30am - so neither should disabled bus passes.
🗳️ Tonight, I’m leading the charge in Parliament, pushing for a vote to scrap these unfair time restrictions that create a postcode lottery.
🚌 Ask your MP to vote for New Clause 2 [NC2].
🗳️ Tonight, I’m leading the charge in Parliament, pushing for a vote to scrap these unfair time restrictions that create a postcode lottery.
🚌 Ask your MP to vote for New Clause 2 [NC2].
Happy Yorkshire Day!
God’s own country - full of flat caps, tea, and the best people.
God’s own country - full of flat caps, tea, and the best people.
August 1, 2025 at 7:43 AM
Happy Yorkshire Day!
God’s own country - full of flat caps, tea, and the best people.
God’s own country - full of flat caps, tea, and the best people.
Early start from the Algarve as I head over to Basel 🇨🇭for the #weuros2025. Come on the Lionesses ⚽️🏴🏴🏴
July 27, 2025 at 3:32 AM
Early start from the Algarve as I head over to Basel 🇨🇭for the #weuros2025. Come on the Lionesses ⚽️🏴🏴🏴
This is SO true, it’s a celebration of football and women, and a desire for your team to do well.
#WEURO2025
news.sky.com/story/tribal...
#WEURO2025
news.sky.com/story/tribal...
Tribalism without toxicity - and other reasons why this Women's Euros is so appealing
Female fans do feel safer at women's football. And this part of the sport can project an image of being more inclusive without fear of abuse.
news.sky.com
July 12, 2025 at 9:40 AM
This is SO true, it’s a celebration of football and women, and a desire for your team to do well.
#WEURO2025
news.sky.com/story/tribal...
#WEURO2025
news.sky.com/story/tribal...
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✍️ Behind the ruling: how ‘Sex Matters’ is shaping UK policy on trans rights
The UK Supreme Court ruling redefined ‘sex’ – but for trans people, it’s the start of something far more sweeping and exclusionary
By ST Williams
The UK Supreme Court ruling redefined ‘sex’ – but for trans people, it’s the start of something far more sweeping and exclusionary
By ST Williams
Behind the ruling: how ‘Sex Matters’ is shaping UK policy on trans rights
The UK Supreme Court ruling redefined ‘sex’ – but for trans people, it’s the start of something far more sweeping and exclusionary
yorkshirebylines.co.uk
June 26, 2025 at 4:12 PM
✍️ Behind the ruling: how ‘Sex Matters’ is shaping UK policy on trans rights
The UK Supreme Court ruling redefined ‘sex’ – but for trans people, it’s the start of something far more sweeping and exclusionary
By ST Williams
The UK Supreme Court ruling redefined ‘sex’ – but for trans people, it’s the start of something far more sweeping and exclusionary
By ST Williams
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How committed is the construction sector to improving LGBTQ+ inclusion and visibility?
We spoke to representatives from Balfour Beatty, Costain, Great British Energy - Nuclear and Constructing Rainbows (@constructrainbows.bsky.social)
Full story: buff.ly/B4JZhmr
We spoke to representatives from Balfour Beatty, Costain, Great British Energy - Nuclear and Constructing Rainbows (@constructrainbows.bsky.social)
Full story: buff.ly/B4JZhmr
How committed is the construction sector to improving LGBTQ+ inclusion and visibility?
Some construction companies show their support for the LGBTQ+ community by taking part in parades, o...
www.newcivilengineer.com
June 19, 2025 at 9:22 AM
How committed is the construction sector to improving LGBTQ+ inclusion and visibility?
We spoke to representatives from Balfour Beatty, Costain, Great British Energy - Nuclear and Constructing Rainbows (@constructrainbows.bsky.social)
Full story: buff.ly/B4JZhmr
We spoke to representatives from Balfour Beatty, Costain, Great British Energy - Nuclear and Constructing Rainbows (@constructrainbows.bsky.social)
Full story: buff.ly/B4JZhmr
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Broadcasters are falling over themselves to look impartial by covering Reform. In practice they’re creating a daily, largely uncritical update, on the progress of Farage’s bid for No.10 in 2029. Other opposition parties are getting NO coverage. Sign here NOW petition.parliament.uk/petitions/71...
Petition: Ensure plurality of political coverage across UK broadcast media at all times
We want to ensure that a plurality of views from all political parties in Westminster are represented and the nations parliaments are heard all year round, not just election times. The rules for cover...
petition.parliament.uk
June 9, 2025 at 9:41 PM
Broadcasters are falling over themselves to look impartial by covering Reform. In practice they’re creating a daily, largely uncritical update, on the progress of Farage’s bid for No.10 in 2029. Other opposition parties are getting NO coverage. Sign here NOW petition.parliament.uk/petitions/71...
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When one of my friends tried to tell me that rainbow laces 🏳️🌈 didn’t include trans rights support, I thought I needed to make it more explicit about who needs our support most at the moment.
May 17, 2025 at 3:22 PM
When one of my friends tried to tell me that rainbow laces 🏳️🌈 didn’t include trans rights support, I thought I needed to make it more explicit about who needs our support most at the moment.
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Many of our clients feel they need to get their own EDI house in order before asking their supply chain to do the same. But are you aware of the positive impact you can have by including minority-owned businesses in your supply chain?
www.constructingrainbows.co.uk/post/why-sup...
www.constructingrainbows.co.uk/post/why-sup...
Why supplier diversity matters: Empowering female-owned businesses in the built environment sector
The built environment is more than bricks and mortar - it’s a reflection of the values and voices we choose to elevate. Yet historically, women-owned, and other underrepresented businesses, have faced...
www.constructingrainbows.co.uk
May 12, 2025 at 8:22 AM
Many of our clients feel they need to get their own EDI house in order before asking their supply chain to do the same. But are you aware of the positive impact you can have by including minority-owned businesses in your supply chain?
www.constructingrainbows.co.uk/post/why-sup...
www.constructingrainbows.co.uk/post/why-sup...
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Yorkshire has a proud and distinctive identity that should be celebrated, not erased. The idea that Reform-run authorities might stop flying the Yorkshire flag, even on Yorkshire Day, is deeply concerning.
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May 5, 2025 at 9:40 AM
Yorkshire has a proud and distinctive identity that should be celebrated, not erased. The idea that Reform-run authorities might stop flying the Yorkshire flag, even on Yorkshire Day, is deeply concerning.
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THE NEW STATESMAN: Lib Dems seize the initiative as disillusioned Tories flock to a revitalised party, reshaping Middle England’s political landscape and leaving Kemi Badenoch scrambling in the dust.
- by George Eaton
- by George Eaton
The Lib Dems’ Middle England revolution
As Kemi Badenoch chases Reform, she is losing her party’s traditional heartlands.
www.newstatesman.com
April 28, 2025 at 10:40 AM
THE NEW STATESMAN: Lib Dems seize the initiative as disillusioned Tories flock to a revitalised party, reshaping Middle England’s political landscape and leaving Kemi Badenoch scrambling in the dust.
- by George Eaton
- by George Eaton
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The moment the penny drops for the former Tory Chief Secretary Simon Clarke when trying to implement bathroom bans.
April 25, 2025 at 11:40 AM
The moment the penny drops for the former Tory Chief Secretary Simon Clarke when trying to implement bathroom bans.
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I am increasingly disappointed that the concerns of the #LGBTQ+ community over what the Supreme Court judgement means for them are not yet being addressed. I have written to the Government asking them to make clear how trans and non binary rights will be protected.
April 18, 2025 at 11:52 AM
I am increasingly disappointed that the concerns of the #LGBTQ+ community over what the Supreme Court judgement means for them are not yet being addressed. I have written to the Government asking them to make clear how trans and non binary rights will be protected.
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Andrew Tate and his brother are wanted for rape and human trafficking – horrifying crimes against women. They must face justice here in the UK.
Today I asked the Prime Minister if the Government will seek their urgent extradition from the US.
Today I asked the Prime Minister if the Government will seek their urgent extradition from the US.
March 5, 2025 at 1:23 PM
Andrew Tate and his brother are wanted for rape and human trafficking – horrifying crimes against women. They must face justice here in the UK.
Today I asked the Prime Minister if the Government will seek their urgent extradition from the US.
Today I asked the Prime Minister if the Government will seek their urgent extradition from the US.
Never in my lifetime did I ever expect to see the USA supporting Russia to invade another country.
#IStandWithUkraine
#IStandWithUkraine
March 4, 2025 at 9:17 AM
Never in my lifetime did I ever expect to see the USA supporting Russia to invade another country.
#IStandWithUkraine
#IStandWithUkraine
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Good morning all! 🇺🇦
Please share everywhere. 🙏🏻
Please share everywhere. 🙏🏻
March 3, 2025 at 8:55 AM
Good morning all! 🇺🇦
Please share everywhere. 🙏🏻
Please share everywhere. 🙏🏻
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Andrew Tate has been accused of rape and human trafficking in the UK.
An attempt by the Trump administration to stand in the way of Britain's justice system would be deeply wrong. The Tate brothers must face justice here in the UK.
An attempt by the Trump administration to stand in the way of Britain's justice system would be deeply wrong. The Tate brothers must face justice here in the UK.
February 27, 2025 at 5:27 PM
Andrew Tate has been accused of rape and human trafficking in the UK.
An attempt by the Trump administration to stand in the way of Britain's justice system would be deeply wrong. The Tate brothers must face justice here in the UK.
An attempt by the Trump administration to stand in the way of Britain's justice system would be deeply wrong. The Tate brothers must face justice here in the UK.
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BBC News, "What's your reaction to this announcement?"
Sarah Chapman, Chair of the International Development Committee, "I'm completely blind-sighted"
"I thought there might be some changes in the Spring Statement but this caught me totally off guard. And I think it's the wrong decision"
Sarah Chapman, Chair of the International Development Committee, "I'm completely blind-sighted"
"I thought there might be some changes in the Spring Statement but this caught me totally off guard. And I think it's the wrong decision"
February 25, 2025 at 6:44 PM
BBC News, "What's your reaction to this announcement?"
Sarah Chapman, Chair of the International Development Committee, "I'm completely blind-sighted"
"I thought there might be some changes in the Spring Statement but this caught me totally off guard. And I think it's the wrong decision"
Sarah Chapman, Chair of the International Development Committee, "I'm completely blind-sighted"
"I thought there might be some changes in the Spring Statement but this caught me totally off guard. And I think it's the wrong decision"
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The PM is doing the right thing increasing defence spending - I have been callling on the govt to do this for years.
Cutting international aid is cutting soft power and piling up problems for the future as Putin and Xi fill the gap left by Britain.
Cutting international aid is cutting soft power and piling up problems for the future as Putin and Xi fill the gap left by Britain.
February 25, 2025 at 1:48 PM
The PM is doing the right thing increasing defence spending - I have been callling on the govt to do this for years.
Cutting international aid is cutting soft power and piling up problems for the future as Putin and Xi fill the gap left by Britain.
Cutting international aid is cutting soft power and piling up problems for the future as Putin and Xi fill the gap left by Britain.
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Tonight, in the House of Lords, Liberal Democrat Peers have secured major Government concessions which now require Great British Energy to champion and support local communities on renewable energy projects.
February 11, 2025 at 7:30 PM
Tonight, in the House of Lords, Liberal Democrat Peers have secured major Government concessions which now require Great British Energy to champion and support local communities on renewable energy projects.
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At a time when serious allegations of child sexual abuse are stuck for years in the Crown Court backlog, and every part of the system is starved of resources, the prosecution of Sam Kerr - including the instruction of a silk in a case that appeared suitable for a pupil - is hard to understand.
Sam Kerr has been found not guilty following a seven-day trial at Kingston Crown Court.
🔗 www.nytimes.com/athletic/612...
🔗 www.nytimes.com/athletic/612...
February 11, 2025 at 2:55 PM
At a time when serious allegations of child sexual abuse are stuck for years in the Crown Court backlog, and every part of the system is starved of resources, the prosecution of Sam Kerr - including the instruction of a silk in a case that appeared suitable for a pupil - is hard to understand.
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The UK mustn’t let Donald Trump bully us or our ally Canada.
We need to work with our allies in Europe and around the world to stand up to him. The Prime Minister should invite Commonwealth leaders to London to discuss a joint response to Trump’s global trade war.
We need to work with our allies in Europe and around the world to stand up to him. The Prime Minister should invite Commonwealth leaders to London to discuss a joint response to Trump’s global trade war.
February 3, 2025 at 3:00 PM
The UK mustn’t let Donald Trump bully us or our ally Canada.
We need to work with our allies in Europe and around the world to stand up to him. The Prime Minister should invite Commonwealth leaders to London to discuss a joint response to Trump’s global trade war.
We need to work with our allies in Europe and around the world to stand up to him. The Prime Minister should invite Commonwealth leaders to London to discuss a joint response to Trump’s global trade war.
Ah it’s great to see this place has progressed into the 21st century 🙄
Members of London’s Savile Club vote against letting women join
Members of London’s Savile Club vote against letting women join
About 53% of members at emergency meeting reject plan to allow women to join 157-year-old institution
The Savile Club, one of London’s last remaining gentleman’s clubs, has opted to preserve its men-only status, with members voting against reforming…
www.theguardian.com
January 29, 2025 at 8:40 PM
Ah it’s great to see this place has progressed into the 21st century 🙄
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Donald Trump returning to the White House will be deeply worrying for millions of people in the UK and around the world. With a President who promises trade wars, undermines NATO and praises Vladimir Putin, the threats to our national security and our economy are clear.
January 20, 2025 at 1:00 PM
Donald Trump returning to the White House will be deeply worrying for millions of people in the UK and around the world. With a President who promises trade wars, undermines NATO and praises Vladimir Putin, the threats to our national security and our economy are clear.