#Oliverscampaign Tell me again that the Assisted Dying Bill isn't dangerous for disabled people Repugnant': Do-not-resuscitate orders being given to learning disabled people without consent The health secretary has vowed to “put a stop” to the practice www.itv.com/news/2025-11...

#Oliverscampaign Another avoidable death Once she was transferred to the mental health ward, she was only allowed to see us for a maximum of two hours, twice a week. We and she asked, and were denied, repeatedly, with no justification other than it was hospital policy www.bbc.com/news/article...

#Oliverscampaign Please remind me of the century we live in: Nurses HACKED off teenager's hair and forced her into "suicide smock" at mental health unit NHS Lothian issued later issued an apology over her treatment www.dailyrecord.co.uk/news/scottis...

#Oliverscampaign Today 11/11th marks 9 years since Oliver’s life was taken from him He loved his life & had so much more he wanted to do Yet the actions of one woman cruelly & needlessly silenced him forever I can’t help but wonder if Oliver crosses Dr Monica Mohan's mind today

@ouhospitals.bsky.social #Oliverscampaign A short time later Lilly was brought back to me, they said the mortuary was unable to take her because she was actually alive @ouhospitals.bsky.social prompts calls for action from the Health Secretary www.channel4.com/news/exclusi... via @Channel4News

#Oliverscampaign Over the past few days, I have been shocked at the ignorance & arrogance from a group of anonymous clinicians towards autistic people & people with a learning disability Thankfully, most doctors continue to act with professionalism, integrity, and genuine care

#Oliverscampaign Given @TEWV has had significant scandals regarding appalling care of learning disabled & autistic patients I am horrified to learn they are not rolling out the Oliver McGowan Mandatory training @CareQualityComm I can send you the email www.independent.co.uk/news/health/...

#Oliverscampaign Wowser! This photograph of the St Andrews Cross Spider found in my garden this morning is fascinating.

#Oliverscampaign The shock & pain never leave It’s 9 years today that Dr Monica Mohan administered Olanzapine to Oliver against everyone's advice Her actions caused Oliver's brain to ignite, bulging out of his skull He suffered because of what she did to him I am so sorry Oliver

#Oliverscampaign Here is the full hearing of the Assisted Dying Bill Over two sessions the committee heard from the bill's sponsors Lord Falconer & Kim Leadbeater MP plus health care professionals from the Royal Colleges of Physicians GPs & Nursing youtu.be/EYhiDyYfzNo?...

#Oliverscampaign It is far too hot in NSW Australia today. The wind is up and we already have some bush fires 🔥

#OliversCampaign Oliver loved riding with the Riding for the Disabled Association. Here he is with his beautiful pony, Bramble, they shared such a special bond. 🐴✨

#Oliverscampaign When Oliver had to have an EEG his dad @TRMcGow had to join in the fun Look how bright Oliver’s face & smile is What unfolded next & what was done to him was barbaric Due to antipsychotic medication being administered for no reason, Oliver became unrecognisable

#Oliverscampaign Congratulations to my husband @TRMcGow for completing the Melbourne Marathon his second full Marathon this year including two half marathons Oliver would be proud of his dad

#Oliverscampaign Today on #WorldMentalHealthDay2025 I will be presenting Oliver's story, the importance of reasonable adjustments & the rollout of his training to MindMapFocus at their conference this morning

#Oliverscampaign What a privilege to spend time with senior clinicians at @circlehealthgrp Presenting Oliver's story, the importance of reasonable adjustments including updates on the Oliver McGowan Mandatory Training It was good to see genuine commitment from leaders & staff

#Oliverscampaign When so-called professionals see humour when investigating the avoidable death of a vulnerable teenager, then talking about getting together for a celebration supper to mark the submission of Oliver’s LeDeR Something is very, very wrong @AliveLeder UNFORGIVABLE

#Oliverscampaign Another totally avoidable death, again in a little girl with Down syndrome Another life wasted www.rte.ie/news/2025/10...

#Oliverscampaign A bit of advice for medics when writing up a patient's notes Don't write something you wouldn't say to your patient's face STOP with the mother blame If you wouldn't write it about your loved ones, don't write it about your patient Keep to the facts #medSky

#Oliverscampaign My heart has doubled in size. 💕 We are overjoyed to welcome our beautiful granddaughters, Olivia and Sophia, into the world. Two perfect little blessings, who have already filled our lives with so much love. Welcome to the world, our darling girls. 💖💖

#Oliverscampaign I am sick of this; Focus on getting England back on track Stop the carry on with Farage & blaming everything else on the Conservative Party FOCUS on NHS & Social Care, Illegal immigration, Defence, Education, the economy, SEND, housing www.bbc.com/news/article...

#Oliverscampaign Oliver’s light continues to shine. 💙 His legacy is now saving lives: mandatory training on learning disability & autism for all health & social care staff. I am so proud that my son’s story is creating safer, kinder care. 👉 www.gov.uk/government/c...

#Oliverscampaign ⚠️ I also saw a female resident screaming in distress over male carers doing intimate personal care, due to chronic staff shortages. The home was warned if it did not make improvements it could lose its registration & close www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

#OliversCampaign Today I have the joy of celebrating my 60th birthday with my twin sister Carol. Sharing life’s journey with her has been the greatest gift. There’s no bond quite like the one between twins, and I feel truly blessed.

#Oliverscampaign Another busy day for me This morning I am presenting Oliver's story & the importance of reasonable adjustments to @bspduk British Society of Paediatric Dentistry I am then heading to @DHSCgovuk To update @SKinnock On Oliver’s Training fitwise.eventsair.com/bspd-2025/sc...

#Oliverscampaign Please keep asking & sharing 👉 Has your local hospital or care provider delivered The Oliver McGowan Mandatory Training yet? Together, we can make sure Oliver’s legacy brings a lasting change. #InclusiveCare www.gov.uk/government/p...

#OliversCampaign Today my thoughts are with every child starting or returning to school especially those who find it overwhelming I’m also thinking of the forgotten #SEND children still without a school place abandoned & failed time & again by government This injustice must end

#OliversCampaign I was utterly horrified reading this story. ⚠️ A warning to my followers: the details are deeply distressing and may be very triggering. It's like reading something from a horror book www.bbc.com/news/article...

#Oliverscampaign It's really strange, I am sitting by myself watching TV, and I keep getting random wafts of Oliver’s aftershave.

#Oliverscampaign When Oliver went into hospital I could never have imagined that a lack of training would cost him his life That is why I campaign for better understanding of learning disability & autism Behind every statistic is a person who deserves to live thrive & be valued

#Oliverscampaign I still catch my breath when I see my name with the word Oncology written next to it.

#Oliverscampaign 500 complaints tell you there is a problem Senior management denying there is not a problem is concerning @ShaunLintern @Rebeccasmt @JamesTitcombe 'She denied there was a toxic culture in the maternity department following complaints' www.itv.com/news/meridia...

#Oliverscampaign How I miss this brave little boy with the biggest smile

Today is our 35th Anniversary We have faced more than most couples could ever imagine Losing Oliver in the most horrific way may have torn others apart But it drew us even closer Now as I walk the difficult path of my cancer journey we remain stronger than ever I am truly blessed

#Oliverscampaign This story reeks of a consultant covering her own back, blaming lower-grade staff for her failures www.somersetlive.co.uk/news/somerse...

#Oliverscampaign Oliver was incredibly artistic He was only 14 years of age when he painted this. Remember, Oliver had cerebral palsy

#Oliverscampaign I have started a Keto diet so that we can get better CT/PET scan results on Wednesday I am now on day 5 & the sugar craving is driving me nuts I cant have a glass of wine or go for a walk because it is raining I can come off it after the scans thank goodness

#OliversCampaign I am angry @NHSE_WTE have always been clear: people with a learning disability & autistic individuals delivering Oliver’s Training should be paid Band 5 rates Yet many charities with contracts to deliver it are paying minimum wage Not On My Watch Please retweet

#OliversCampaign I am angry @NHSE_WTE have always been clear: people with a learning disability & autistic individuals delivering Oliver’s Training should be paid Band 5 rates Yet many charities with contracts to deliver it are paying minimum wage Not On My Watch Please retweet

#Oliverscampaign just getting ready for my presentation speech for @SaferSurgeryUK Fingers crossed it goes well www.clinicalservicesjournal.com/story/48829/...

#Oliverscampaign @seeability.bsky.social I have been contacted by several neurodivergent individuals regarding the hourly rate you are paying them to deliver Oliver’s training NHSE says you must pay the equivalent of Band 5 www.google.com/search?q=nhs...

#Oliverscampaign Another avoidable death in an autistic teenager, another family whose voices were not heard Hospital launches review into death of autistic boy, 14 www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/news/liverpo...

#Oliverscampaign Amongst all the hate, there is beauty all around us in this world. We just have to open our eyes, hearts, and minds

#Oliverscampaign Placing an autistic person in a dementia care home does not support, it is neglect It shows a system that still doesn’t understand, doesn’t listen, & doesn’t care enough to do better #autismacceptance #NothingAboutUsWithoutUs #autism www.itv.com/news/calenda...

#Oliverscampaign @rdash_nhs Helen Ray CEO of the North East Ambulance Service strongly champions & endorses the Oliver McGowan Mandatory training on learning disability & autism @devonsylvia #autism #Neurodiversity @NHSEngland m.youtube.com/watch?v=YA23...

#Oliverscampaign The Association for Perioperative Practice @SaferSurgeryUK has announced that Paula McGowan OBE is a speaker at its National Conference on 8 August A passionate fearless campaigner for people with learning disabilities & autism www.clinicalservicesjournal.com/story/48829/...

#Oliverscampaign We are told the NHS is financially on its knees Yet @GWH_NHS spent over 100k to silence Mark Hemphill former head of health & safety had been subject to brutal & bullying conduct under the trust's former chief executive, Kevin McNamara www.bbc.com/news/article...

#OliversCampaign It is utterly disgraceful that private care providers are charging extortionate fees to care for learning disabled people. This isn't care, it's exploitation. They're profiting from vulnerability and making a mockery of social care. www.itv.com/news/2025-07...

#Oliverscampaign Another family not listened to, another child paying the price Another attempt at damage limitation from the NHS until of course they are exposed. Yusuf deserved better www.bbc.com/news/article...

#Oliverscampaign This says it all. Acceptance isn’t a place, it’s a mindset. We need it in hospitals, schools, workplaces, communities, everywhere. Let’s move beyond awareness to genuine inclusion and respect. #autismacceptance #NothingAboutUsWithoutUs #autism