Summer Solstice 2026. It's grim up north.

Britain's next Prime Minister.

Thank you Makerfield. You have made this Geordie Lass, and Honorary Manc very happy this morning.

#Red4Research is this Friday 19 June 2026. Resources here: buff.ly/Hb3OA9b @nhsresearchscotland.org.uk @nihr.bsky.social @england.nhs.uk @research2note.bsky.social

Immigrants & asylum seekers are not our enemies. They are not responsible for the austerity, privatisation, erosion of civic life, thinning of democracy and concentration of power we suffer. But they're being punished for these things. Punished at the behest of the very people who *are* responsible.

Two weeks to go - #Red4Research Friday 19 June 2026. Resources here: buff.ly/Hb3OA9b @nhsresearchscotland.org.uk @nihr.bsky.social @england.nhs.uk @research2note.bsky.social

Crucial discussion by @rewildingbritain.org.uk of how nature conservation in the UK needs to change. It is currently locked into rigid criteria and fixed endpoints - an approach entirely alien to how ecosystems work. But there are better ways. www.rewildingbritain.org.uk/blog/the-wil...

Just discovered courtesy of the Daily Telegraph marriage announcements page back in January that one of Rupert Lowe's children is marrying ... an immigrant... this summer. Curiously he's keeping very quiet about it.

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I hadn't seen this before. This is pretty remarkable. Earth and Moon in one NASA photo. ht @astrokatie.com

Yesterday I did a thing. I joined 500,000 people on the streets of London to march against hate and for a more equal society. When 1% of the world's population has 99% of the wealth, is it any wonder why we live in an unequal world? People matter. The planet matters. Social justice matters.

🚨 BREAKING: The UK’s biggest ever anti-far right march is happening right now 🪧

Save the date Friday 19 June 2026 #Red4Research is back. Resources here: buff.ly/Hb3OA9b @nhsresearchscotland.org.uk @nihr.bsky.social @england.nhs.uk @research2note.bsky.social

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15 years ago today I arrived on Downing Street in a cage. I've seen off Cameron, May, Johnson, Truss and Sunak and I'm still going strong. Only two Prime Ministers have ever done longer stints here: William Pitt the Younger and Sir Robert Walpole. Bill and Bob - I'm coming for you... (Photos AP)

Don’t label a generation lazy because they’re not willing to make the same sacrifices you did. Refusing to jeopardize your well-being for your boss is not an act of disrespect. It’s an expression of self-respect.

Snowy Sunderland this morning.❤️

If you reach a goal by compromising your values, you haven’t succeeded. If you fall short of a goal by upholding your values, you haven’t failed. The highest form of accomplishment is standing by your principles when they’re tested.

Great piece from the @bigissue.com comparing the number of Parkrunners last weekend to Protesters outside of asylum hotels. 👇 Love Parkrun 🧡 www.bigissue.com/news/social-...

🚨NEW: The results of the Scottish Government's four-day week public sector pilot have been published this morning. They show that the workers and employers who took part are BOTH thriving. 📈Productivity 😃Staff wellbeing autonomy.work/portfolio/sw...

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Burnout is an occupational disease. A natural response to too much happening with too little support. It is not a medical diagnosis, but if nothing is done about it, it can often lead to one. We can avoid burnout by changing the system we are in. We do not avoid burnout by changing ourselves.

Flyers now ready to promote the Conscience Offer 👇 Website now live too 😃 consciencecoaching.co.uk Let Conscience Be Your Guide

Huge shout out to all you wonderful people who are part of Team Research. Each and every one of you is MAD - Making a Difference - to the lives of so many, and for that, I thank you. ♥️ #Red4Research

Frankie says, in support of #Red4Research day, that everyone needs to be given the oppawtunity to be part of health and care research, and to those who are part of Team Research, you are just fur-bulous.

📢 Reminder: Save the date Friday 20 June 2025 #Red4Research is back. Resources here: rdforum.nhs.uk/red4research...

The NHS is to open a network of mental health A&Es across England to relieve pressure on hospitals - reports @eleanorhayward.bsky.social www.thetimes.com/article/aaa5...

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Yorkshire Three Peaks Challenge complete ✔️

Save the date Friday 20 June 2025 #Red4Research is back. Resources available on @therdforum.bsky.social webpage

📢 We're #hiring! Exciting opportunities to join the AMRC team - as our new Director of Research & Impact and as Evidence & Impact Manager. Find out more about the roles and apply on our website. bit.ly/3qx4sNa

BREAKING: Prime minister announces govt will abolish @nhsenglandldn.bsky.social "I have absolutely no intention of wasting time with a big costly reorganisation" - @rthonwesstreeting.bsky.social told me in Dec 2023. Clearly the temptation - and perhaps his frustration proved too much

When people move between academia, business and government, it can lead to rewarding careers and world-changing ideas. So how do we empower people to take a less linear path? Our latest blog explores our work with Prosper to help postdocs enhance their career mobility.

This is just the first tiny step in a long, long journey to hold water companies accountable for the sewage crisis. Now we need to make sure we don't go backwards. www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

Beautiful day at The Lakes today. My place for deep reflection.

Thank you to the Women's Network at NHS Blood and Transplant for inviting me to speak at your annual conference in Birmingham yesterday. A timely reminder of the power of networks, lifting each other up, leading with authenticity and finding your allies. #IWD25 #AccelerateAction #Purpose

Innovate UK has announced an investment over £14 million to help make the UK’s medicines manufacturing sector more sustainable. Funded as part of the VPAG scheme the programme aims to strengthen the UK's global competitiveness in health and life sciences. Read more: www.ukri.org/news/transfo...

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Prevention must be at the heart of public service reform. Our research with @demos-uk.bsky.social highlights the need for both financial investment and institutional change to move beyond crisis management. Read now ⬇️ buff.ly/zJwNutR

Today in The Lake District, Cumbria. Stunning ❤️

Fun in the snow and ice on today's hike in The Lakes. ❤️

...We cannot keep pretending it's an equal opportunities education system. It is not. It's easier to go to college & build a career when there is money behind you. It's impossible to do so when there is not... We lose brilliant minds due to poverty, & that, in my view is criminal. #SocialMobility

"Shame must change sides". What an amazing, brave and inspiring woman. She is my Person of The Year. ❤️

Hello December ❄️

Sometimes we just keep climbing, as that is what is expected. At the top, you may have achieved what others expect of you, but once there, do you feel fulfilled? Find a place that matters to you. #Wellbeing #CoachingOutdoors #Mentoring #Leadership #WholeSelf #SelfCare #TimeToThink

International Men's Day and coaching - a focus on mental health and wellbeing www.linkedin.com/pulse/intern...