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Students deserve privacy and a decent place to live.
Period.
Period.
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👇🏽An organic and entirely appropriate reaction to the obscene gaslighting
March 21, 2025 at 1:08 AM
👇🏽An organic and entirely appropriate reaction to the obscene gaslighting
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Austerity is always a political choice.
Political leaders understand too well the life threatening damage caused by cruel and economically illiterate cuts to benefits for the most vulnerable.
Calling for care in the planned cuts adds insult to injury.
www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
Political leaders understand too well the life threatening damage caused by cruel and economically illiterate cuts to benefits for the most vulnerable.
Calling for care in the planned cuts adds insult to injury.
www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
Dear Rachel Reeves: if there is no alternative to cuts, at least do them with care | Polly Toynbee
As Labour prepares to wield the axe, it must avoid causing more harm to those on benefits, writes Guardian columnist Polly Toynbee
www.theguardian.com
March 15, 2025 at 7:29 AM
Austerity is always a political choice.
Political leaders understand too well the life threatening damage caused by cruel and economically illiterate cuts to benefits for the most vulnerable.
Calling for care in the planned cuts adds insult to injury.
www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
Political leaders understand too well the life threatening damage caused by cruel and economically illiterate cuts to benefits for the most vulnerable.
Calling for care in the planned cuts adds insult to injury.
www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
Hi @is0belrussell.bsky.social Are you aware of these issues at Campbell House student halls, what have you done to reach out to affected students thetab.com/2025/02/12/s...
March 14, 2025 at 1:35 PM
Hi @is0belrussell.bsky.social Are you aware of these issues at Campbell House student halls, what have you done to reach out to affected students thetab.com/2025/02/12/s...
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Top pic of a peregrine falcon at the University of Leeds this morning. Fingers crossed for successful breeding this year. #UKbirding
March 13, 2025 at 10:09 AM
Top pic of a peregrine falcon at the University of Leeds this morning. Fingers crossed for successful breeding this year. #UKbirding
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I can't be arsed with Valentines day. This year I had a root through my husbands stuff, found a card I sent him a couple years ago and gave it him again this year. He's none the wiser and I've saved a couple quid. I've stashed a few old cards to re-use over the next few years too
March 13, 2025 at 7:25 PM
I can't be arsed with Valentines day. This year I had a root through my husbands stuff, found a card I sent him a couple years ago and gave it him again this year. He's none the wiser and I've saved a couple quid. I've stashed a few old cards to re-use over the next few years too
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A science fiction magazine has just given my my debut by publishing one of my short stories. I am very happy that the editor liked it enough to pay me. I must likewise acknowledge Button Moon, which inspired me and established my love of science fiction.
February 21, 2025 at 9:25 AM
A science fiction magazine has just given my my debut by publishing one of my short stories. I am very happy that the editor liked it enough to pay me. I must likewise acknowledge Button Moon, which inspired me and established my love of science fiction.
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British Antarctic Survey
From the new Private Eye, out now.
From the new Private Eye, out now.
February 21, 2025 at 12:03 PM
British Antarctic Survey
From the new Private Eye, out now.
From the new Private Eye, out now.
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Only two weeks remain to apply for the Paul Foot Award for Investigative and Campaigning Journalism.
Submit your entry by 1pm on Tuesday 4th March (an earlier deadline this year).
➡️ Find out more and apply: private-eye.co.uk/paul-foot-aw...
Submit your entry by 1pm on Tuesday 4th March (an earlier deadline this year).
➡️ Find out more and apply: private-eye.co.uk/paul-foot-aw...
February 18, 2025 at 10:22 AM
Only two weeks remain to apply for the Paul Foot Award for Investigative and Campaigning Journalism.
Submit your entry by 1pm on Tuesday 4th March (an earlier deadline this year).
➡️ Find out more and apply: private-eye.co.uk/paul-foot-aw...
Submit your entry by 1pm on Tuesday 4th March (an earlier deadline this year).
➡️ Find out more and apply: private-eye.co.uk/paul-foot-aw...
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After twenty years, the wife has just told me she thinks the Black Eyed Peas are one of the best bands she's ever heard. Think this might be the beginning of the end.
February 18, 2025 at 2:25 PM
After twenty years, the wife has just told me she thinks the Black Eyed Peas are one of the best bands she's ever heard. Think this might be the beginning of the end.
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A Manchester student looking for accommodation claims she was told people from the “Indian subcontinent” would not be accepted because they “lie too much” and “practise deceit” in a shocking exchange that sheds light on racism in renting.
www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/home...
www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/home...
Racism in renting exposed as student on SpareRoom sent shocking rant
Exclusive: PhD student horrified by email from SpareRoom host as Generation Rent research exposes ethnic minority rental experiences
www.independent.co.uk
February 9, 2025 at 10:55 PM
A Manchester student looking for accommodation claims she was told people from the “Indian subcontinent” would not be accepted because they “lie too much” and “practise deceit” in a shocking exchange that sheds light on racism in renting.
www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/home...
www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/home...
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Was eating peanut butter from the jar. Used the same spoon to stir the coffees. Lazy, I know, but that's how I invented the Roasted Groundnut Latte the missus love so much.
February 16, 2025 at 10:25 AM
Was eating peanut butter from the jar. Used the same spoon to stir the coffees. Lazy, I know, but that's how I invented the Roasted Groundnut Latte the missus love so much.
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First job was as a picker for supermarket deliveries. I had never cooked. Looking back, the worst substitution I did was 1kg of raw carrots for a decorated carrot cake.
February 16, 2025 at 1:25 PM
First job was as a picker for supermarket deliveries. I had never cooked. Looking back, the worst substitution I did was 1kg of raw carrots for a decorated carrot cake.
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The #1 reported reason people avoid doctor’s appointments is because they’re afraid of finding out they have a serious illness.
If you have that fear, that’s normal and you’re not alone. Also remember, there is basically no serious illness that isn’t less serious if you catch it sooner.
If you have that fear, that’s normal and you’re not alone. Also remember, there is basically no serious illness that isn’t less serious if you catch it sooner.
February 17, 2025 at 4:14 AM
The #1 reported reason people avoid doctor’s appointments is because they’re afraid of finding out they have a serious illness.
If you have that fear, that’s normal and you’re not alone. Also remember, there is basically no serious illness that isn’t less serious if you catch it sooner.
If you have that fear, that’s normal and you’re not alone. Also remember, there is basically no serious illness that isn’t less serious if you catch it sooner.
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65% #RentRepaymentOrder (#RRO) for As of an unlicensed HMO. R actually stated it was As' responsibility to make sure a fire alarm was in place! 😂
#GetRentBack
An important lesson here for RRO As in terms of giving evidence:
#GetRentBack
An important lesson here for RRO As in terms of giving evidence:
February 11, 2025 at 4:28 PM
65% #RentRepaymentOrder (#RRO) for As of an unlicensed HMO. R actually stated it was As' responsibility to make sure a fire alarm was in place! 😂
#GetRentBack
An important lesson here for RRO As in terms of giving evidence:
#GetRentBack
An important lesson here for RRO As in terms of giving evidence:
@sammgreg.bsky.social All these from The Forge in Sheffield Central please can you hold housing committee chair + central ward cllrs to account for their lack of action (haven't seen anything on their socials about it)
February 10, 2025 at 6:16 PM
@sammgreg.bsky.social All these from The Forge in Sheffield Central please can you hold housing committee chair + central ward cllrs to account for their lack of action (haven't seen anything on their socials about it)
@sammgreg.bsky.social Interesting to note cllrs for central Sheffield reposting loads of spin from others on national and international issues they have no say or influence over yet no mention of alleged major issues in student halls inc. no locks on doors for ages ...
February 10, 2025 at 6:13 PM
@sammgreg.bsky.social Interesting to note cllrs for central Sheffield reposting loads of spin from others on national and international issues they have no say or influence over yet no mention of alleged major issues in student halls inc. no locks on doors for ages ...
@martinphipps13.bsky.social Major alleged issues with some student halls in your ward including alleged no locks on doors for weeks, what have you done to reach out to affected students about this ...
February 10, 2025 at 6:11 PM
@martinphipps13.bsky.social Major alleged issues with some student halls in your ward including alleged no locks on doors for weeks, what have you done to reach out to affected students about this ...
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Outside the school, I intercepted and confronted the parent of the boy who has been bullying my daughter. During the exchange, our German Shepherd, Apollo, cocked his leg and pissed on the bully's leg and shoe. Good boy Apollo got treats and a new toy from me.
February 6, 2025 at 6:25 PM
Outside the school, I intercepted and confronted the parent of the boy who has been bullying my daughter. During the exchange, our German Shepherd, Apollo, cocked his leg and pissed on the bully's leg and shoe. Good boy Apollo got treats and a new toy from me.
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Today’s accompaniment on the train over to Leeds
December 2, 2024 at 6:56 AM
Today’s accompaniment on the train over to Leeds
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It’s Christmas Eve and our Assertive Outreach Team in Leeds are out trying to find our homeless patients to give them clothes, blankets and sleeping bags
No one should be homeless, least of all those with severe mental illness
We don’t make nearly enough noise about our broken housing system
No one should be homeless, least of all those with severe mental illness
We don’t make nearly enough noise about our broken housing system
Finland gave every homeless person a house and within 6 months 85% had a job and were financially independent.
Less crime, less hospital visits, less suffering and even including the cost of the house, LESS COST than the UK/USA method of abandoning them on the streets.
Less crime, less hospital visits, less suffering and even including the cost of the house, LESS COST than the UK/USA method of abandoning them on the streets.
December 24, 2024 at 3:24 PM
It’s Christmas Eve and our Assertive Outreach Team in Leeds are out trying to find our homeless patients to give them clothes, blankets and sleeping bags
No one should be homeless, least of all those with severe mental illness
We don’t make nearly enough noise about our broken housing system
No one should be homeless, least of all those with severe mental illness
We don’t make nearly enough noise about our broken housing system
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I like to feed my dog Mini Cheddars and pretend I'm a priest giving the body of Christ at communion. She likes the smokey BBQ best. Amen.
January 2, 2025 at 2:25 PM
I like to feed my dog Mini Cheddars and pretend I'm a priest giving the body of Christ at communion. She likes the smokey BBQ best. Amen.
Sheffield chair of housing committee congratulates former director of housing for MBE.
Actual state of housing in Sheffield ...
www.louisehaigh.org.uk/news/2023/06...
@privateeyenews.bsky.social l @lutheblue.bsky.social l @bigissue.com @flat-justice.bsky.social
Actual state of housing in Sheffield ...
www.louisehaigh.org.uk/news/2023/06...
@privateeyenews.bsky.social l @lutheblue.bsky.social l @bigissue.com @flat-justice.bsky.social
January 2, 2025 at 8:46 PM
Sheffield chair of housing committee congratulates former director of housing for MBE.
Actual state of housing in Sheffield ...
www.louisehaigh.org.uk/news/2023/06...
@privateeyenews.bsky.social l @lutheblue.bsky.social l @bigissue.com @flat-justice.bsky.social
Actual state of housing in Sheffield ...
www.louisehaigh.org.uk/news/2023/06...
@privateeyenews.bsky.social l @lutheblue.bsky.social l @bigissue.com @flat-justice.bsky.social
Sheffield chair of housing committee congratulates former director of housing for MBE.
Actual state of housing in Sheffield ... www.examinerlive.co.uk/news/local-n...
@privateeyenews.bsky.social @lutheblue.bsky.social @bigissue.com @flat-justice.bsky.social
Actual state of housing in Sheffield ... www.examinerlive.co.uk/news/local-n...
@privateeyenews.bsky.social @lutheblue.bsky.social @bigissue.com @flat-justice.bsky.social
January 2, 2025 at 8:42 PM
Sheffield chair of housing committee congratulates former director of housing for MBE.
Actual state of housing in Sheffield ... www.examinerlive.co.uk/news/local-n...
@privateeyenews.bsky.social @lutheblue.bsky.social @bigissue.com @flat-justice.bsky.social
Actual state of housing in Sheffield ... www.examinerlive.co.uk/news/local-n...
@privateeyenews.bsky.social @lutheblue.bsky.social @bigissue.com @flat-justice.bsky.social