We've been overwhelmed by the number (and quality!) of people expressing interest in these roles, so going to close to the window at Thursday lunchtime. Watch this space for more on the new inititiative. Should be able to say more early next week.

Outstanding.

I've written about the concerted effort by the combined forces of the right to turn convicted race hate monger Lucy Connolly into a victim, a saint and a martyr. @bylinetimes.bsky.social bylinetimes.com/2025/08/27/l...

Sooooo… this happened yesterday. #TKR

Just made myself cry on a train to London listening to Mama I’m Coming Home. Ah #Ozzy #Brum

Being dropped off at a little countryside station at daft o’clock to make my way down to the @barrowcadbury.bsky.social office in the big city is a joy on a morning like this!

Mmmmm tequila! #margaritatime

The Civil Society Covenant published by the government today www.gov.uk/government/p...

Excited to represent #EconomicJusticeBrum and @barrowcadbury.bsky.social at the #CommunityWealthBuilding summit today - looking forward to some great speakers

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Hey #Brum folk - if you’ve ever enjoyed the Brum Beer Fest (or want to support women in craft beer), this year’s festival is crowdfunding for an August reboot. Goal is just £200 (tho I hear if you have £500 you can be an official sponsor…) #BeerSky www.crowdfunder.co.uk/p/support-br...

A scientist told me the real story is the unfolding of climate change. And a doctor told me the real story is the ongoing pandemic. And an activist told me the real story is the rise of fascism. And a historian told me the real story is that these are all the same story.

We’ve written to various councillors and officers at Birmingham City Council to seek an immediate rethink to the new three-year Kent Street cycle route partial closure, diversion and signage.

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A clip from yesterday's Energy Security and Net Zero Committee session with our Head of Policy @mariacbooker.bsky.social, as she discusses the importance of long term energy bill support, in the form of a social tariff.

Awesome

Watching Musk v Trump like

Today, I have mostly made sausages!

Emergency vs Emergence - this huddle explored the book Emergent Strategy by Adrienne Maree Brown - concluding a move away from the individual to the collective is needed, and exploring the skills and actions needed to do that. adriennemareebrown.net/book/emergen... #econjusticebrum

Mindset Matters - this huddle was “impactful, empowering, cathartic” “economic justice served family style” - amazing black women leaders going inside themselves to question, challenge, explore and grow. “Mindset is a collective practice’ “We are going to take over the world!” #econjusticebrum

“How do you define your personal economy?” One of our huddles has explored economic liberation through the lens of creativity and culture and their definitions involved blogs, poetry and illustration #EconJusticeBrum

Very excited to be doing this today - do check out #EconJusticeBrum and our new website at www.economicjusticebrum.org

Yesterday, I made chocolate brownies for Kiki Dee (No.2 in my occasional series of “Chocolate Cakes I Have Baked For Pop Stars”). She commented that they were good, and did an awesome version of Amoureuse after knocking back a glass of red wine. I would like to be her when I’m 78.

What a fascinating read to start the day. This speaks to what we at @barrowcadbury.bsky.social are trying to achieve with all the incredible folk who are part of @econjusticebrum.bsky.social #EconomicJusticeBrum

Any day with poetry in it is a good one. A day with Ayan Aden, #Birmingham’s poet laureate, in it is special. ”Find strength in needing each other”

We're proud to showcase our collective strength at B:CAN. Driving meaningful change and inspiring hope across our communities in #Birmingham. #bcan #bcanlaunch #birminghamcan #PowerOfCommunity

Very excited to be representing @econjusticebrum.bsky.social & @barrowcadbury.bsky.social at the launch of the @birminghamcan.bsky.social - so many great organisations here today! #Brum #community #localaction #justice

Our Give Me Some Credit project with @povertyalliance.org has been featured in @bigissue.com this week. The story highlights the real-life impact of being excluded from affordable credit – through the eyes of people living it every day. www.bigissue.com/life/money/l...

Trump has imposed 10% tariffs on UK imports to the US. Trump is no friend of the UK. So now the government must focus on the EU. Our research with Frontier Economics shows closer trade ties with the EU could cancel out the impact of Trump’s tariffs AND boost GDP by up to 1.5%.

Anyone else getting a buzz from hanging out washing on a sunny spring day? #littlethings

With bills set to rise again, low-income households will be the hardest hit.  We need urgent action to cut costs. Good to see the @libdems.org.uk support our calls to implement an energy social tariff to protect vulnerable people.

I may be tired and a little hoarse, but as I said again and again on the Senate floor, this is a moment where we cannot afford to be silent, when we must speak up.

Apparently Wisdom is arriving shortly - heaven knows I need some!

New research from @which-uk.bsky.social shows paying monthly for car insurance, rather than in one go, costs more. No one should have to pay more for essential cover because of how they can afford to pay. uk.finance.yahoo.com/news/car-hom...

This is why we need #EconomicJustice for #Brum. Follow us at @barrowcadbury.bsky.social to find out more about our work to help Brummies build a fairer economy for Birmingham www.theguardian.com/business/202...

"One of the things I want to make clear is that just stopping the bad guys is not enough if you don’t support better alternatives. Because people will still need access to credit.”

Some Friday reading 📖 Rethinking Credit: How can we support people on low incomes who are denied access to affordable credit? Explore the stories behind Give Me Some Credit and the steps we need to take towards fairer access to financial services. 📍 Read the blog:

Some Southern hemisphere star gazing! Incredible. Haven’t seen a night sky like this since trekking in Nepal in 2009. Amazing what a lack of light pollution can reveal.

Zelenskyy is my hero. A true anti-fascist. A man with more bravery and dignity in his other finger then most of his detractors will encounter in their lifetime

Boosting women's incomes is key to tackling child poverty. Excellent report from @womensbudgetgrp.bsky.social, setting out the clear link between gendered poverty and child poverty & practical solutions to support mothers into paid work. www.wbg.org.uk/publication/...

Ah, wine tasting! #Singlefile #WesternAustralia

Oh.

Admiral, there be whales here…

Sting ray, sting ray…

I’m married to a public health (outbreak control) doctor. All over the world they’re seeing surging numbers of serious infectious diseases thanks to USAID and CDC cuts.

Pelicans are soooooo cool.

Currently enjoying the delights of beautiful Denmark, #WesternAustralia. Wandered the various Williams Bay trails today, including Greens Pool, Elephant Cove, Waterfall Beach.

Deadline reminder! Still time to apply for our #Director of #Finance & #Admin. This is a great opportunity for an inspirational leader of finance and operations, gd at strategic thinking w a passion for our vision and mission. micro.green-park.co.uk/barrowcadbury/ Closing date 16 Feb.

This looks like it will be a fascinating and insightful event. Spaces going fast! Sign up via DM @fairbydesign.bsky.social.

📢 Take a look at our starter pack of community businesses! 👇 Let us know if you're a locally rooted organisation trading goods or services, who is accountable to the #community and trading for community benefit. We'll add you to the growing list 🌱