@lizcurry.bsky.social @bone6502.bsky.social 👋🏼 love the thought of you having a little couple’s scroll through bluesky 🤣.

There’s less than a week left to apply for the social enterprise awards: uksocialenterpriseawards.awardsplatform.com and just two weeks to submit your Salford Business Awards application: www.salfordbusinessawards.co.uk happy to help with either should you need it. #Awards #Salford #SocEnt

If you’re a Manchester professional /business person, interested in the city’s history and like informal networking, join me for a lunchtime netwalk. On 1 July we explore Ancoats www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/manchester...

It’s an incredible privilege to be a part of the Heart of Salford judging panel. It’s humbling, inspiring, exciting and a lovely little celebration. Every single one of the nominees do the most amazing work. They make our city a better place. Good luck to all today! #HeartOfSalford2025

The Women of Forest Bank. The state’s hand is heavy, but no match for the camaraderie of Forest Bank’s visitors. Rosy Wilson visits the Salford prison: statmagazine.org/the-women-of...

Nothing sounds quite like an 808! Public consultation launches on scheme for Riverside Place, Salford: www.thebusinessdesk.com/northwest/ne...

🎧 New podcast episode! @lrouse.bsky.social and @andyricketts.bsky.social hear how the National Migraine Centre pivoted to a social enterprise model to remain viable in the face of declining voluntary income. With Dan Tickle & @peterholbrook.bsky.social @socialenterpriseuk.bsky.social

DataKind UK is a small charity that helps other third sector organisations achieve their missions by boosting their use of data analysis and science. They do some great work and are looking for a chair. Details here: drive.google.com/file/d/133T9...

Not that surprised tbh. Salford Revealed as Surprising UK Hotspot for Jedis: www.manchesterworld.uk/community/sa...

If you’re a social enterprise with a product to sell you should definitely consider the eBay for Change programme which is open for applications: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...

Saw that this lovely little pop up Greek cafe had been featured on Nostr so came here to say you should visit if you can. Food and drink is delicious: Kallos Café & Wine Bar, Salford: www.kallosmcr.com

The 2025 state of social enterprise survey closes tonight! If you’re a UK social enterprise and yet to complete, please do today! Thanks 🙏

Reason Digital have launched Reason Labs, a space for developing radical digital ideas that prioritise people. They’re asking one big question: "What problem do you want to see fixed in the world?" If you’ve got something in mind – tell them: reasondigital.com/reason-labs/

A good read on business support here from IGL: www.innovationgrowthlab.org/blog/seeding...

There are two drop-in sessions for anyone (including local businesses) who would like to know more about the works that start in May on Chapel Street. Both are this Thursday 24th April at Sacred Trinity Church at 1pm - 2pm and 6pm - 7pm.

Another unfathomable contradiction in the [36-year] morass produced by the legal system: two major police forces have conceded to a claim that they mounted a cover-up, but not a single police officer has been held to account for the edifice of lies. #JFT97 www.theguardian.com/football/202...

running the Keynes flag up the flagpole once again

Updates on the latest Chapel Street roadworks will be on this page: www.salford.gov.uk/parking-road...

Some details of the Strangeways/Cambridge industrial estate consultation here including events in Broughton and Cheetham Hill: www.salford.gov.uk/your-council... closes 26th May

Pour one out for the folks who spent years getting degrees in political science, international relations, and economics only to watch tariffs get set by querying an AI chatbot.

We’re commissioning a £10,000 light artwork for two festivals in Salford, UK: Lightwaves Salford and RHS Glow. We’re looking for artists to create a piece that connects urban and nature-rich settings, using light as a key element. Follow link In Bio for the full application Pack and how to apply.

If you’re part of a social enterprise in Salford (or wherever I suppose!) please take the time to complete the State of Social Enterprise survey - it helps us keep our work relevant to your needs and helps SEUK continue their wonderful work: surveys.bmgresearch.co.uk/wix/8/p46316... #Salford #SocEnt

MARC the printers have a crowdfunder to help them purchase a new Risograph machine. Do contribute if you can, they’re great!: www.crowdfunder.co.uk/p/marc-needs...

For @tribunemagazine.bsky.social. I went to find out why, despite strong grassroots support for sanctions against Israel, and a live investigation, FIFA’s response has been muted. With input from Bassil Mikdadi and others. tribunemag.co.uk/2025/03/pale...

Shout out to whoever was playing Bella Ciao on the squeezebox outside cheetham hill tesco. Made my day 😃 #SmashFascists

📻 if you like mixing audio, especially live speech, have a look at this. We’ve some 6 month contracts for Studio Directors in Salford, so no need to move to that London. SDs are the beating heart of BBC Radio 5 Live - ask me if you want to know more, or tap here: careers.bbc.co.uk/job-invite/2...

Take a look at the amazing women making a difference in Salford! We've created a webpage showcasing their hard work and dedication🌟 Read more: lght.ly/i428bfb Know someone who deserves to be celebrated for their work? Get in touch! 📧[email protected]

Do you work with people who are trying to become self employed? www.salford.gov.uk/jobs-skills-...

❓Did you know that most people seeking asylum are BANNED from working? Talented, experienced and skilled people trapped in unemployment by a senseless ban. The #LiftTheBan coalition visited Parliament with a clear message: We are ready to work! Lift the ban, NOW!

There’s another Salford (& Manchester) Sup on 27th March where there’s more than £1k up for grabs for community groups, social enterprises and small businesses. Great DJ, great food, great company - do come along if you can: www.fatsoma.com/e/ti2cq47d/s... #Salford #Manchester #Grants #SocEnt

Manchester! David Thacker's new show, at the King's Arms Salford (what a great pub!). Short run, next week. It'll be unmissable, like his other two collabs at the King's Arms cc: @drdaveobrien.bsky.social

If you know of a volunteer, a voluntary or community group, or a social enterprise that are doing great work in Salford you should definitely nominate them for a Heart of Salford Award. All nominees are recognised 🎉

Tired today! #NighttimeEconomy

Salford CVS have grants of up to £2,500 for creative projects across Salford to celebrate The Lowry's 25th Anniversary. Find out more and apply here: www.salfordcvs.co.uk/together-we-...

Want to save a grade II Salford theatre on our risk register? Salford Victoria Theatre Trust are seeking new Board members at a key stage in their development and campaign to reinvent it as a community cultural hub. A range of skills are needed. Details here: salfordvictoria.co.uk Deadline: 4.4.25

If you’re not watching the Milk Cup final you could get involved in some community planting in Clowes Park on 16th March: www.salford.gov.uk/parks-and-op...

Absolutely incredible freelance research opportunity at @thelowry.com - they need a researcher to produce a piece on the enduring relationship between Lowry and Salford and its communities. I'd jump at this if I was just a smidge closer to Salford! www.artsjobs.org.uk/jobs/search/...

We currently have four funds open for applications! Deadlines: - Food Response Fund: 17th March - Short Break Care Fund: 3rd March - Healthy Holidays Fund: 10th March - Active East Salford Fund: 24th March Read more and get your application in: lght.ly/784f198

Calling all members! Get a head start on the State of Social Enterprise survey by following the personalised links BMG Research sent to your inboxes. Help us amplify the voice of #SocialEnterprise by filling it in today – it only takes 15 minutes.

As we approach International Women's Day next week, we're hosting a series of events, and we would like to invite businesses & organisations to participate or contribute in some way. Events include: 👉Women in the Arts 👉Women in Business 👉Women in Construction #IWD2025 @salfordcvs.bsky.social

Salford uni contract for a Landscape and Public Realm Architect www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/notice/e24b5...

The ICO are beta testing a ‘Direct marketing advice generator’ try it here: ico.org.uk/for-organisa...

How might HEIs and government build collaborative advantage to address climate change? www.hepi.ac.uk/2025/02/14/h...

On the 11th March there is a free event celebrating 60 years of the Social Sciences at the University of Salford. All welcome!! www.eventbrite.com/e/social-sci...

Do join us on a guided tour exploring the Crescent #Salford. Hear about a sweet business, a Blitz bombing, an orphanage, ‘wholesome’ leisure, nurses, police, firemen, a lost church, a manure problem, hair-raising experiments & more. 20th March. Register here: www.thebusinessgroup.org/crescent-his...

We are excited to announce that the Heart of Salford awards 2025 are open for applications! 🏆 The awards, held in Volunteers' week, will be a celebration of the amazing VCSE orgs, volunteers, volunteer coordinators and community champions in Salford. Read more and nominate: lght.ly/g7b5f9

Metapsychosis Journal Call for Submissions of Acousmatic Works. Deadline 15th March: avantmusicnews.com/2025/01/03/m...