Learning disabled people die young. Not because they’re more ill, but because the NHS doesn’t make reasonable adjustments to see them near to their appt time. Even with her record flagged, my daughter had a meltdown after we waited over an hour. And the GP said “well I can’t examine her like this”.

Tonight @spaintheband.bsky.social we’re just stunning. The most beautiful guitars. At the @mothclub.bsky.social in Hackney

I feel privileged to have started working at @genomicsengland.bsky.social 3 weeks ago, and to have the opportunity to get involved in this type of groundbreaking and lifesaving work for and with patients, communities and the NHS. Freddie’s story is incredible!

My garden’s ivy wall looks like it’s on fire! 🍁🍂🔥

Tonight in Crystal Palace Park @lankumdublin.bsky.social and @mogwai.scot you were tremendous (as always)🧠🍬

It has been the honor of my life to serve as Commissioner of BLS alongside the many dedicated civil servants tasked with measuring a vast and dynamic economy. It is vital and important work and I thank them for their service to this nation.

My little pal is getting bold!

The sublimely shoegazey @slowdiveofficial.bsky.social at the Brixton Academy tonight 💊🌅

My daughter (who happens to have severe learning disabilities) has made all these bracelets and keyrings herself (with support) at college. I’m beyond proud!

I saw the play Kenrex at @swkplay.bsky.social tonight and what a show! Astounding performance by Jack Holden - who played at least a dozen characters simultaneously, and music by John Patrick Elliott. I’ve not seen anything like it b4.

The French alps are beautiful!

Spring!!

Mogwai. From Glasgow, Scotland. Amazing as ever. @mogwai.scot

When a London bus lets you on at the traffic lights it’s like you’ve won the lottery!!

@wallastow.bsky.social love the bit in speech marks 😅

@nidgebrook.bsky.social this is funny!

If you see this, repost with a bridge from your photo gallery

Really enjoyed the UK Statistics Assembly yesterday. It was a lot of hard work from many including at the RSS, but a team effort! Prof David Hand’s findings report to follow…

@nidgebrook.bsky.social I think you’d like this turtle neck / polo neck post by @dieworkwear.bsky.social

I saw the play Kyoto at the Soho Place Theatre yesterday. It was fantastic. Themes included seeking agreement in the face of intransigent disagreement, and the language of negotiation. I cried. And I also spoke to Angela Merkel in my rubbish German!

I got locked into a disabled toilet in Sainsburys (I had to pull the red cord … fyi nothing happens when you pull that cord). Once free, I then climbed into the passenger seat of a stranger’s car. Their dog was intrigued. The bloke perplexed. How’s everyone else’s day going??🫣

Out n about in London

Applying for drama schools… most are done outwith UCAS… and most charge a fee just to submit an application. So it’s £100s to apply to around half a dozen schools… of which you’ll be lucky to even get an audition. And most are not funded via student loans. 😒

Relax by FGTH is playing on @6music.bsky.social. I remember the BBC banning it in the 80s. And me getting a right shouting at for playing it on hospital radio - broadcasting it to what was then a geriatric and orthopaedic hospital in south Glasgow 😏🤗

Omg yikes!

This!

Overhead in a south London park cafe: “Do you have special crockery for my dog’s sausage?”.

A dreichy Glasgow

@kirstenlaaaang.bsky.social oohh, this book arrangement

For those criticising our Office of National Statistics - the US Census Bureau just revised up its estimate of net international migration by more than a million (from 1.1 million to 2.3 million. Measuring migration is hard.... www.census.gov/newsroom/blo...

For anyone interested in discussing and advising on the stats and data needs for the UK, we’ve now published the agenda for the first-ever UK Stats Assembly on 22 Jan in London (you can join online if in-person’s not your thing). More details👉 uksa.statisticsauthority.gov.uk/uk-statistic...

In Black Doves, episode 3, there’s a swanky DWP Christmas party with a free bar. Where in the civil service does that actually happen? Or do I just not get invited?

Mark Steel on DID talking about his biological parents is really emotional and funny 🥲 www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/...

The almighty @idlesband.bsky.social at the Ally Pally

For anyone with an interest in UK statistics and data, here’s an update on the Stats Assembly taking place on 22 Jan (in London or with dial-in). You can still register to attend if interested. uksa.statisticsauthority.gov.uk/news/announc...

A valuable thread on today’s Parliamentary assisted dying debate, @nidgebrook.bsky.social.

This is an insightful post summarising recent social care adults with learning disabilities stats. @nidgebrook.bsky.social

The best deep tissue massage followed by Guinness cake and coffee is a most excellent Sunday

Absolutely incredible performance from @nadineshah.bsky.social at the Kentish Town Forum in London.

Hello! @nadineshah.bsky.social what are the set times at the Kentish Town forum tonight please!? Looking so fwd to seeing you.

Amazing night at the BRIT School. Musical theatre year 13 ‘Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet of 1812’. They’re all absolute super stars! ⭐️✨💫

Really pleased we’ve published the response on the health and social care stats consultation today. A joint endeavour by DHSC, ONS, NHSE, UKHSA & NHSBSA. www.gov.uk/government/c....

Today is a day for this on repeat open.spotify.com/track/54WY67...

One more @hharniess.bsky.social There will be some on more specific groups of people and I’m sure they’ll start showing in your feed

Another @hharniess.bsky.social

@hharniess.bsky.social not a starter pack but some folk you might find interesting

@hharniess.bsky.social tagging you into some starter packs to… start with 😀

Some interesting findings in the latest UK Measures of National Wellbeing from ONS out today. Includes new data on life satisfaction, feelings of anxiety, and trust the UK govt. www.ons.gov.uk/peoplepopula...