“Because once we’ve lost press freedom, it’s only a matter of time before we lose everything it protects.” @katiedd.bsky.social on the growing restrictions of press freedom around the world.

Americans seeking greater sanctuary in UK academia might want to take heed...

This summer, I sat down with three women who escaped North Korea. I did not expect us to talk about the power of K-drama at such length.

UK librarians face growing challenges as they find themselves caught in the middle of debates over intellectual freedom & culture wars. Social media only fuels the tension. Index’s @katiedd.bsky.social reports back on a discussion in Scottish Parliament: www.indexoncensorship.org/2025/10/scot...

My latest for @conversationalist.org on the terrible state of global press freedom and why we should all care.

It was such a pleasure to talk to Rachel Seiffert for #BannedBooksWeekUK. We talked about dark family histories, school book bans and why staying silent is an active decision.

The Yacoubian Building author, #AlaaAlAswany, saw his book banned in #Egypt - a reminder of why dictators fear stories that speak truth. What are you reading for #BannedBooksWeekUK? www.indexoncensorship.org/bannedbooksw...

Imagine the worst possible government you can - I mean real bad guys. Now imagine they have access to the new anti-protest powers being suggested. And that, for starters, is why it must not happen.

International bestselling author #JunoDawson has had her books pulled from shelves in both the #US and #UK. This #BannedBooksWeekUK, she's calling on us all to read a banned book and share it on socials. Join the movement: www.indexoncensorship.org/bannedbooksw...

#BannedBooksWeekUK begins today! From 5-11 Oct, join us in celebrating the freedom to read. 📖 Read a banned book 🎤 Host /attend an event 📚 Organise a book swap 📱Share on socials #BannedBooksWeekUK www.indexoncensorship.org/bannedbooksw...

First, I want to emphasise that I completely disagree with this policy. The reason refugees have different rights in the immigration system is not because being a refugee is a “golden ticket” ffs, but because their experience of arriving is fraught with danger www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2025...

Hostile environment policies encourage illegal exploitative employment practices and discourage vulnerable people from seeking help - they do not stop migrants coming.

This is the kind of action we need. Communities saying no to censorship. www.theguardian.com/education/20...

I am so pleased that we’re bringing #bannedbooksweek back to the UK. Less pleased that we need it. Has everyone got their censored literature at the ready?

If you’re wondering why Banned Books Week (just a couple of weeks away) is needed in the UK, may I introduce you to the latest development, fresh from my own county 🤦‍♀️ www.bournemouthecho.co.uk/news/2549069...

Actual footage of the Lib Dem conference kicking off in Bournemouth.

Ed Davey might be the answer to the question: why has Bournemouth got a tiny pier-to-beach zip wire?

Sounds legit

"It’s just creating this atmosphere of fear and intimidation.” Book bans across #US libraries & public institutions are linked to #Trump's broader campaign for control. @katiedd.bsky.social explores the growing threat to independent thinking: www.indexoncensorship.org/2025/09/an-u...

My piece for the USA issue of @indexoncensorship.org on... what else? Book bans.

We are concerned by news that four people have been arrested over a projection on Windsor Castle protesting the arrival of #DonaldTrump. This seems to be another heavy-handed response to dissent by police: www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

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I want my country back. The country that welcomed my Grandfather fleeing from the Armenian genocide. That welcomed the Polish grandfather of our political editor, who then fought against Hitler. That welcomed the Indian parents of our editor-in-chief, as citizens of the British Empire. That country

A mean kid called me a “stupid old lady” today. But it’s ok, because my five year old told me he doesn’t think I’m a stupid old lady. He thinks I’m a lovely old lady 👵🏼

We don’t know why Charlie Kirk was killed but we do know that the responses have been awful, from people like Trump threatening those on left to Kirk's political opponents thinking it's just desserts. These reactions will only increase polarisation. My take www.indexoncensorship.org/2025/09/char...

This is horrifying.

Political violence is a poison to our democracy. The National Coalition Against Censorship unequivocally condemns the shooting of political activist Charlie Kirk. Using violence as a political tactic isn't just criminal, it's profoundly un-American.

Proud to work for an organisation that’s joining this call.

Last night I re-shared this story, which is all about Ahmad struggling to find a safe place for his family. And today, this. www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2025...

A few years back, Ahmad told me his story about leaving Syria, becoming a refugee, and searching for a home in the UK. In sharing it, we hoped it would help people walk a mile in his shoes. Now feels like a good time to share this story again. www.katiedancey.co.uk/the-displace...

Who could have predicted that harassment of cis women, who do not conform to feminine stereotypes, in public toilets and changing rooms would increase after the Supreme Court ruling? Pretty much everyone who paused to consider it, that’s who.

We’ve had lots of brilliant special reports in @indexoncensorship.org, but I don’t think we ever predicted we’d need to dedicate a magazine to the USA. As always, it is an honour to be able to publish such important voices - be it dissidents, censored voices or persecuted writers.

Read as Al Jazeera journalist @youmnaelsid17.bsky.social honours her colleagues killed in an Israeli strike on #Gaza on Sunday and exposes how silencing Palestinian journalists is an attack on press freedom everywhere: www.indexoncensorship.org/2025/08/isra... #Israel #AnasalSharif

Israel just targeted and killed an entire news crew. This is not "just what happens" to reporters in war. Israel has killed more journalists in the 22 months since October 7 '23 than were killed WORLDWIDE in the 3 years between '20 and '22. This is murdering the messenger. cpj.org/2025/08/isra...

"It is our duty to raise our voices and mobilise all available means to support our colleagues in this noble profession." Index, @aljazeera.com, @globalfreemedia.bsky.social & others demand an end to the starvation & targeting of journalists in Gaza by Israel: www.aljazeera.com/news/2025/8/...

For a limited time only, our new magazine issue, Land of the Free? is free to access! In it, we explore how #Trump's administration is impacting free speech in the #US & beyond. Explore: journals.sagepub.com/toc/IOC/curr...

Make... Krypton Great Again...?! #SupermanTrump

"It’s never been more important for us to ensure that libraries have the resources and support to create and defend diverse collections" Read @katiedd.bsky.social’s response to Reform’s attack on books: bylinetimes.com/2025/07/08/r...

My thoughts for @bylinetimes.bsky.social on the Kent book ban debacle

Concerning news from #Kent where the council has removed all transgender-related books from the children's sections of its 99 libraries. It shows that the issue of #BannedBooks is only increasing in the #UK: www.bbc.co.uk/news/article... 1/3 @katiedd.bsky.social

This is a horrifying move. Books for children have been through a thorough vetting process, and these collections have been curated for their communities.

Monday: The House of Lords debates my @indexoncensorship.org investigation into UK school library censorship, showing overwhelming support for freedom to read. Friday: Kent's Reform council bans books with transgender topics in all of its 99 libraries and 5 library vans. Based on one complaint.

The school library censorship convo has hit the House of Lords! Really pleased to see this conversation, following my @indexoncensorship.org investigation.

We celebrate the release of Siarhei Tsikhanouskaya, #Belarus opposition leader who was imprisoned in 2020. He should never have been behind bars. Now, we call for all those who remain unjustly imprisoned to be released: news.sky.com/story/belaru...

We welcome news that #MahmoudKhalil has been released from ICE detention after more than three months. He should never have been detained in the first place: www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025...

We condemn #Israel’s targeted attack on Iranian state media buildings in Tehran, which has reportedly killed several journalists. This is a grave violation of international law and press freedom - journalists should never be the target: www.bbc.co.uk/news/live/c2... #Iran 1/2

“CPJ is appalled by Israel's bombing of Iran’s state TV channel while live on air. Israel's killing, with impunity, of almost 200 journalists in Gaza has emboldened it to target media elsewhere in the region. This bloodshed must end now.” — CPJ MENA’s regional director Sara Qudah

Perfectly sums up Trump’s second term

£45 to sit on the floor and eat overpriced crisps. Name that train line!

Committing the crime of… trying to get home. Does America feel Great Again yet?