My husband of 15 yrs and father of my 2 young children decided he didn't want to be a responsible adult anymore. As someone who had no choice but to be a lone parent, I find this highly offensive, especially as my kids are doing great. And by the way,my son is about to start his climate science PhD.

My god. This is homophobia pure and simple. The kinds of things I heard as a child; growing up in a gay household. I thought we were past this. But they are out of step with the majority of people who support, know & care for families like mine.

“The NHS and healthcare community should lead in calling for improved transport infrastructure, safer driving behaviours, and normalising active travel. Good public transport and active travel can transform neighbourhoods and promote health” @scarlettmcnally.bsky.social www.bmj.com/content/390/...

Every member of the UK government needs to stand up now because I fear this will come here if they don't.

"President Trump's spiritual advisor" is going to be interviewed about the effects of Kirk's death on the Whitehouse at 5.45, which is not something I ever expected to hear on the BBCR4 PM programme. Can't wait to hear what @sturdyalex.bsky.social and @stephenkb.bsky.social and others think of this.

when you're pretty sure your privilege will protect you from the worst impacts of climate breakdown but then...

Britain is not a country of racist bigots. Time for the decent majority to "take back control". Repost if you agree.

He caused havoc with Brexit. Don’t let him do it again - here’s five red flags about what Farage said today. Hit share to show him we see through him.

Does anyone know why, at 23 seconds in, there's a little car with a holdall on the roof rack in this cavalcade?

This is incredibly important work, and I hope there's people here with the skills that will volunteer. The impact of noisy stuff is obvious, but the cuts across science will impact people and communities in a multitude of ways. The decimation of the arts funding will hit fast, and it won't be pretty

Looking at the government's welfare reforms and AI policies, I think I know why the tech companies are buying in so heavily. www.instagram.com/reel/DMQsWZb...

If only Today Programme presenters were as concerned and curious with why we have people classed as "working poor" as they are with the possibility of billionaires having to pay more tax.

Northants Reform UK accused of being ‘paper tiger’ as despite national announcements they decide staff CAN continue to work from home. www.nnjournal.co.uk/p/national-p...

This is such a good explainer about UK disability benefits www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m...

Bob Vylan's speech in support of the people of Palestine spoken at Glastonbury 2025 and broadcast on the BBC

The only systems that need reform are the ones that disable us. I'm talking about economics, education, and transport. We're teaching children to be compliant cogs in an economy that's never allowed them to play in their street. And we question why there's a mental health crisis.

“I made this animation during my course, Digital Arts, at BRIT School. This was my final piece of work I made there, supporting groups like @longcovidkids.bsky.social & displaying my personal experience of Long Covid through my work. I hope you enjoy!” #digitalart youtu.be/9RRzVb_r2V0

The Not In Our Name petition of cis women against transphobia has now passed 36,000! www.change.org/p/not-in-our...

The Labour government has rejected Big Issue founder Lord John Bird's bid to introduce child poverty targets to the new children's bill.

Here, if a journalist or commentator wants 'engagement,' they actually have to engage, preferably in real time. They can't post a 'thought' and sit back and wait for comments and shares. They have to engage with others. I think that last bit is why some of them hate it so much.

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Can someone explain why 'protecting women' involves compromising timely access to toilets for disabled people? I have MS, and waiting behind this list of people now able to use disabled toilets could lead to me wetting myself in public. If this is rolled out, my rights are restricted.

A person in a senior position with a posh accent who uses long words does not automatically equate them with expertise, intelligence, skills, or being well read. Also, regional accents and straightforward language do not mean someone is uneducated, unskilled, thick, or not well read.

Is it just me, or does it seem like every time we remove people staffing our public services, we have to introduce a new law?

After "some stuff happened," I explained to my kids that just because someone is in a position of power and talks posh, it doesn't mean that they're clever or capable. The lesson I gave them was that they have the ability to do better than someone with an expensive education and connections.

I'm not known for being loud, but in this case, I'll make an exception. Hating trans people is Not Normal ⬇️

I would like to declare loudly that hating trans people is not at all normal in the least.

The Orb 1991 Cambridge Corn Exchange. The sound check sounded amazing, but the concert was beyond loud. There wasn't anywhere in the entire building (and it's a big solid place) that you couldn't hear and feel the music. It was a bit overwhelming and I had to leave.

Like every other woman and teenage girl, I've been touched and gropped without my consent by men more times than I care to remember. I've felt physically unsafe or verbally adused by men countless times. Never once have I felt threatened by a trans woman in a public loo. 🏳️‍⚧️🏳️‍⚧️🏳️‍⚧️🏳️‍⚧️🏳️‍⚧️🏳️‍⚧️

So, a diagnosis of terminal lung cancer has stopped my stubborn little brother from running marathons for charity so he's decided to walk for one instead. Now that's dedication. www.justgiving.com/fundraising/...

I mean, I'm all for testing a hypothesis, but I would've started with a smaller sample than "global." And it's a bit of a risky marketing ploy for those 'really clever' algorithm tech bros. DEI, anyone?

The Health and Disability Green paper will deliver tiny income gains at the cost of major losses for those with health problems or a disability. Restricting PIP qualification to save £5bn would mean between 800,000 & 1.2 million people losing support of between £4,200 & £6,300 per year by 2029-30.

Can someone with knowledge of the water industry please help. This reservoir is owned by the council and liable for the costs for flood mitigation in case of a breach, but Anglian Water uses it to supply the area and doesn't have any responsibility to pay. www.northamptonchron.co.uk/news/environ...

Ah, he never disappoints.

I'd suggest bicycles, but the loss of revenue for pharmaceuticals and car manufacturers would be massive. And whatever you do, don't look up bicycles and womens emancipation.

The US will no longer worry about civilians getting in the way of their bombs: www.nytimes.com/live/2025/03...

Buy their scarf. I can confirm it's lovely.

If you're in Northamptonshire, this is the best place to buy coffee. I'd say it's probably the best independent roaster in the UK.

BREAKING: Debris seen over the Caribbean after SpaceX's Starship explodes during test flight

We've crossed a very, very dangerous threshold. The combined forces of ignorance, disinformation, hate, and extreme wealth have seized power and are twisting the global agenda. Decent people need to step up and counter it all, or things are simply going to descend into the pit of hell.

It's here! Crappy New Year! Dedicated to all you lovely Blueskyers for whomst the usual New Years sentiments are ringing particularly hollow this year. We'd be so happy if you would take a listen and maybe share youtu.be/FXo5sH110z4 Made with our friends My Mate Dave and Helen from Kings Gambit

I had to turn off The Today Programme this morning. Amol Rajan didn't even flinch when told kids in care create over £40k each profit per year for care companies. He didn't seem to think it was worth discussing. Handover to NR to discuss immigration in the EU again!

Yet another starter pack... For all those interested in critical urban geography, broadly defined! go.bsky.app/RgsNWsi

You know who else owned the libs?The Romans who crucified Jesus.

@oulibrary.bsky.social I'm looking forward to OU module and degree pathway accounts and hashtags, especially in LHCS, and maybe some related starter packs. There are so many scientists and journals here it's really exciting 😍

New report out today from us at @resfoundation.bsky.social launching the Unsung Britain project, a 12 month project investigating the economic circumstances of low-to-middle income families. Here's some of the findings from the report: