Waterstones Children's Laureate Frank Cottrell-Boyce gave powerful evidence to MPs yesterday as part of the Culture, Media and Sport Select Committee's enquiry into children's TV and video content. @waterstones.bsky.social @frankcottrellboyce.bsky.social

#70DaysofPhD Plan for today is to read up on how to write my Findings and Discussion chapter. Any good blog posts and suggestions for reading wecome - post them here please colleagues. Trying to do something every day to make great progress climbing the PhD mountain #PhDSky

Nowhere in the hysterical pile-on against the BBC in the British press has anyone mentioned that BBC News now has 77 million viewers & listeners in the US and has established itself as the second most trusted news source there.

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#70DaysofPhD Supervision day today so I hope that will set me on the best path for writing my Findings and Discussion chapter. Can't wait to get started on that as I love writing. #PhDSky

“His wife has shared the wonderful news that Sam woke up briefly yesterday, and she was able to speak with him for a short time. This is a truly positive step forward, though there is still a long journey ahead in his recovery.” Excellent news. ~AA www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/crim...

and to think we gave him a State Visit! 🤦‍♀️ Now he wants OUR money! #BBC

Really interestimg board meeting last night with dedicated colleagues at The Wintertion Federation. Presentation from a curriculum lead, thoughtful contributions to a long term strategic thinking task & important budgrt discussions. Always uplifting to see dedicated volunteers at work #UKEdGovs

York's Clifford’s Tower is to be given a new setting. York Council approved plans for a £10 million redevelopment of the surrounding area, replacing the Castle car park with green parkland, walkways and "spaces for reflection." The mound beneath the tower was the site of the 1190

Yesterday we remembered the designer of the iconic red phone box in our village - now used as a much loved @littlefreelibrary.bsky.social 📚 Born in 1880. Giles Gilbert Scott was an architect who designed iconic buildings like Battersea Power Station but he is also responsible for the K6 phone box.

Day 50 of #70DaysofPhD A morning of data again today - decisions to make about themes that I can't follow up in this thesis. What is the main thing - focus on that! I can get advice about this at my supervision meeting tomorrow. #PhD Walking the long road step by step!

Glad that someone has finally taken responsibility for the appalling assault on democracy that was the Jan. 6 insurrection. Slightly confused that it's the Director-General of the BBC, but what do I know?

Looking forward to chatting about my book #AnotherEngland at the forthcoming Folkestone book festival - exploring issues of national identity, meaning & belonging feels more important than ever👇

While the Curriculum and Assessment Review contains recommendations for the DfE, there are some themes that are worth considering now. As with Ofsted’s new EIF there’s a big focus on inclusion. /1

I’ll be sharing ideas on these three strands in the next Myatt&Co webinar on Tuesday 18 November 4-5pm. films.myattandco.com/programs/web...

#70DaysofPhD I'm going for a more relaxed weekend after an intense week - gardening to do & relaxing. I've made really good progress & will reflect on this & think about next steps & prep for next week's supervision meeting. Thinking is working! #FootOffThePedal #PhDSky

Dear GOD if you want to save money in the asylum system 1. LET ASYLUM SEEKERS WORK 2. FAST TRACK STATUS FOR EVERYONE FROM CLEARLY UNDAFE COUNTRIES like Sudan, Syria, etc 3. Run an asylum accommodation system that is NOT FOR PROFIT #r4today

#70DaysofPhD I'm happy with y'day's progress. Another few hours this morning to carry on data analysis. Supervision meeting next week - will I be ready to start writing the Discussion chapter after that? It's possible! 🎉 Feeling pleased & under control - this effort has been worth it #PhDSky

The UK Government has released further details on the role disabled people will play in its upcoming review of the PIP assessment process. 1/5

#70DaysofPhD I have a whole morning of data analysis ahead of me. By the end of this 70 day push I hope to be in a position to start writing the discussion chapter. Now that would be a result! #PhDSky Trying to do something every day for 70 days to walk that long and winding #PhD road.

Six works of literary fiction at its most adult.

Good advice for me in my big push towards the goal #PhDSky #70DaysofPhD Trying to do something for my #PhD Today, not much time available, but hopefully an hour later on values in leadership. My presentation yesterday was well received.

30 artists spent a year documenting a #rewilding project in the UK with fine #biodiversity & #climate angles The land had been converted for crops during the World War II ‘Dig for Victory’ campaign & now is going back to the care of wild things:

International law is starting to reflect a growing global consensus on the need to recognise the climate effects of armed conflicts.

Last night, Peers voted against Swift bricks: rejecting a simple, proven way to help one of our fastest declining birds recover. ❌ We share @hannahbournetaylor.bsky.social's disappointment & frustration. The vote came late, but with government refusing to back it, its fate was already sealed.

Beyond privileged & proud to serve on this group with incredible people, supporting incredible people to care for incredible people at the most crucial time. www.wirralhospice.org/2025/11/03/t...

#70DaysofPhD I achieved my objectives yesterday, so I'm happy with that. This morning I have a presentation to deliver of my findings to date then back to my data for an hour or so. Trying to do something every day for 70 days to make big progress #PhDSky It's a long road!

Day 43 of #70DaysofPhD Abstract writing and preparation for next week's supervision meeting are my activities today. Both are an opportunity to take stock. Step by step on the #PhD road. #PhDSky

We are buzzing here! SO excited to send you the first prompt for '100 Words'. There is no right answer. Anything you see or imagine is fine to write about and remember; you only have to use 100 words! Ready! Set! GO! thegentlepen.substack.com/p/the-first-...

#70DaysofPhD Lots of thinking yesterday whilst making plum & apple chutney (so many apples this year!) Today, OH is out volunteering at local Wildlife Trust so lots of time to act on the thinking after Church. Step by Step! #PhDSky Trying to do something every day to climb the #PhD mountain.

Jesus Christ. We go mad about one bloke we wrongly released, yet hear next to nothing about this horror? www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2025...

Paths through North Cliffe Wood @yorkswildlife.bsky.social

Funnily enough we have just been discussing how we can reduce our plastic waste further - I'm staggered by how much we produce just as a couple, and we try to buy wisely now! I hadn't even thought about hospitals.

What a positive week - I have made great progress with the momentum provided by #70DaysofPhD even a small thing each day helps. Today I haven't much time available ... but thinking is working. #PhDSky #EdD Walking the long #PhD road

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Listeners! It's Hallowe'en, we're free, we've come home! We're so bold, let us in at your window or wherever you get your podcasts. 🌬️🎃🧟 @iammilliam.bsky.social @unamccormack.bsky.social @drlauravarnam.bsky.social @andrewmale.bsky.social

#70DaysofPhD Another few hours to spend on my data today after a good session yesterday. I'm starting to see connections, & it's beginning to make sense. I feel like I'm making progress - how is your #PhD work going? Little by little, step by step, we walk that long road! #PhdSky #EdD #PhDChat

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#70DaysofPhD Really good morning on data yesterday & more planned for today. I've realised there are themes I can't progress - they're potential research studies in their own right. Feel this is a big learning point that will move me on. You can't discuss everything! #PhDSky Big Push for the prize

A road I know so we'll - and you can just see York Minster on the horizon ❤️ Love these depictions of the Yorkshire by Hockney

Hallowe'en special up now. Wuthering Heights by Emily Brontë, with guests Andrew Male and Laura Varnam in conversation with Una McCormack and Andy Miller. 🌬️🎃🧟 @andrewmale.bsky.social @drlauravarnam.bsky.social @unamccormack.bsky.social @iammilliam.bsky.social open.spotify.com/episode/0Zde...

Day 37 of ##70DaysofPhD A full day ahead so I can really concentrate on my data again and hope to make significant progress. Good feedback from supervisor forca section of writing Ibsent him so pleased with that. 👍🏻 Trying to do something every day to climb the #PgD mountain. #PhDSky

Feeling a good bit better, & I'm half way through my #70DaysofPhD journey. Making good progress - momentum! Managed some reading & thinking yesterday - on the subject of respect - Interesting, & I'm hoping for the same today. I'm trying to do something every day to make big progress! #PhDSky

jmarriott.substack.com/p/the-dawn-o... This is the essay the interview is based on.

#Strictly I know its an old Britney song but .... surprised/shocked to see the sexy schoolgirl thing. Come on - just NO!!!

A short but useful spell of reading yesterday as I get better from a horrid winter virus. Another 45 mins planned for today plus dome foggy thinking! Step by step walking that rocky #PhD path. Trying to do somethingcevery day for 80 days for a big push forward. #PhDSky

I definitely identify with this! #PhDSky #EdD

#70DaysofPhD Hopefully, as I begin to feel better, I can manage a short time reading today. Even a little progress is better than no progress. Trying to do something every day for 70 days on that long #PhD road. #PhDSky #EdD

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