The Dromore Book Festival spotlights continue! Next up: Brian McGilloway in conversation with Stuart Neville. Two of my favourite authors, so i can’t wait for this one! Brian's new book, The One You Least Suspect, will be available on the night! Pls share! www.ticketsource.co.uk/whats-on/co-...

Project lead Prof. Chris Gill (Univ of Glasgow) explaining the aim is to enhance access to justice for asylum seekers and refugees, helping to ensure they are able to access rights and entitlements. It is also about the role of Ombuds organisations and how they can extend their impact in society.

Thank you to Nashieli Remirez Hernandez, President of @the_ioi and the Human Rights Commission of Mexico City for being the keynote speaker at our conference today, and for providing a fascinating view of the Mexican experience of migration.

Rebecca Hilsenrath @phsombudsman.bsky.social England and Ger Deering @OfficeOmbudsman Ireland with their reflections on access to justice for asylum seekers. #seekingsafety

Our latest Case Digest looks at some of the investigations we've carried out in relation to women’s health. The cases highlight some of the key issues, and illustrate how learning from complaints can help to improve public services. Read the Digest at: nipso.org.uk/resources/ot...

A woman who was 33 weeks pregnant was admitted to Craigavon Area Hospital with severe abdominal pains. Our investigation found that had an emergency caesarean section been carried out it is likely her baby would have survived. Read our investigation report at: www.nipso.org.uk/our-findings...

The Department is seeking to appoint two Authority Members to the Regulation and Quality Improvement Authority (RQIA). 🔗 www.health-ni.gov.uk/publications/public-appointment-competition-2-authority-members-1-x-nursing-1-x-digital-regulation-and-quality-improvement-authority-rqia-125

On this day in 1813, Pride and Prejudice was published. Over 200 years later, it’s still a bestseller, captivating readers with wit, romance, and unforgettable characters. So many beautiful editions exist—check out the ones I have in stock. Which is your favourite?

Making a complaint is a right enshrined in the NHS Constitution. Yet, our new research shows people have low confidence in the NHS complaints system and struggle to navigate it. This prevents them from complaining if they get poor care. Find out more www.healthwatch.co.uk/news/2025-01...

Interesting research. We need a simple compassionate complaints process for public services which is focused on resolution and learning. @mrosekelly.bsky.social @juliehealy.bsky.social @nipsocomms.bsky.social

Great job opportunity to lead @ChildLawCentre, championing the rights of children. Very big shoes to fill at one of Northern Ireland’s most effective change making organisations. Please spread the word. Https://engageexec.co.uk/childrens-law-centre-ceo/

Hello. If you subscribe to my newsletter, you should have received an email giving you a code for 20% off most products on the website. If you don't, the code is NEW20. Why not spend this weird post-Christmas/pre-New Year period browsing for a new book? www.bridgebooksdromore.co.uk

Thrilled to share my op ed. I explore how schools navigate complaints about disability discrimination—an issue that directly impacts fairness, accessibility, and inclusion in education. 📝 You can read it here: www.abc.net.au/religion/how...?

“Shame must change sides”

A huge thank you to all the amazing authors who supported me by doing events this year! To celebrate their brilliance and share my love of their books, I'm offering a Christmas special: Buy any 3 books by the authors in the photos, and get a 4th book (the cheapest) FREE! bridgebooksdromore.co.uk

🎁 @sluggerotoolepols.bsky.social unpacking the Northern Ireland political year that was 2024 in Belfast's Black Box with the help of Alex Kane, Allison Morris and @alaninbelfast.bsky.social

We regularly publish our investigation reports. Sharing our findings this way means people can better understand our role. Published reports can also help public bodies learn from complaints. Read our latest reports at: nipso.org.uk/investigatio...

Do you have an unresolved complaint about a public body? Our online complaint form is the easiest way to contact us. nipso.org.uk/make-complai...

5,378 children were living in temporary accommodation in November 2024, an increase of 121% since January 2019. The number of households living in such accommodation has grown by 138% over the same period.

"Homeless services in Northern Ireland are under "extreme pressure" dealing with "people that have more complex needs than ever before". www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

The Minister is also set to announce a new scheme this week which will provide loans to homeless organisations to buy homes for those currently in homeless shelters. www.belfastlive.co.uk/news/norther...

Anybody need a Christmas tree? There's one on the go on the Ballyclare Road in Templepatrick. 📸Pacemaker #StormDarragh updates 👉 tinyurl.com/4ksjszbb

Word of the morning is ‘williwaw’ (19th century): a sudden violent squall or a toppling gust of wind. Goes well with ‘thunderplump’: a sudden downpour that soaks you to the skin in seconds.

A year-long research project exploring the untapped potential of Belfast’s alleyways has culminated in a series of recommendations on how to “reclaim” vital public space. www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/entertainmen...

Political & Constitutional Affairs Committee Inquiry will examine voter ID, voter registration & the implementation of the Elections Act 2022 reforms to postal & overseas voting in the general election committees.parliament.uk/committee/32...

Complaints matter and soaring levels across public services are a real indicator for concern.

Congratulations to all at Ulster University, which has been crowned UK University of the Year after judges hailed it a 'force for good’ 👏👏

🏥 There are now more than 500,000 people in NI waiting for initial consultant-led appointments. 📅 Over half (52%) of those people have been waiting more than a year. 📊 Department targets state nobody should be waiting more than a year for an appointment. 📰 @belfasttelegraph.co.uk

Next week, we’ll be announcing our #BookoftheYear - but what has been YOUR book of the year, dear reader?

Thanks to the Regulation and Quality Improvement Authority @RQIANews for delivering our staff Lunch and Learn session today. Fascinating to hear about the organisation's work in monitoring and inspecting health and social care services in Northern Ireland.

Here’s a little zen from the smoky mountains ⛰️

Detectives are appealing for the public’s help on the 50th anniversary of the date two young boys disappeared in west Belfast.

A veteran Northern Ireland nurse accused of overcharging vulnerable patients at two care homes she had been involved in running has been struck-off following a long-running tribunal.

I’m looking forward to chairing this panel on Thursday with John Curtice, @claire-ainsley.bsky.social & @benansell.bsky.social on the UK’s changing political landscape. In person tix all gone but you can register to watch online www.thebritishacademy.ac.uk/events/we-ar...

A really important new study is being launched to assess whether cash transfers are a more effective way of helping homeless people. There’s decent international evidence but this will be the first major UK trial www.theguardian.com/society/2024...

How the far right is weaponising AI-generated content in Europe www.theguardian.com/technology/2024/nov/26/far-right-weaponising-ai-generated-content-europe

Another great author event hosted by @bridgebooksdromore.bsky.social Rev Harold Good speaking about his memoir In Good Time to Eamonn Mallie with input from Martin O'Brien.

Today, @dannydonnelly1.bsky.social will bring a motion to the @niassembly.bsky.social urging the Minister for Communities to incorporate the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities #UNCRPD into Northern Ireland law.

This is a significant opportunity to address longstanding gaps in equality legislation and take a step toward fully recognising the rights of disabled people. Have your say on this proposed new law by completing the consultation survey: forms.gle/Jbf7hidQbEPCm1jE7

Welcome to WA on Bluesky as requested by you xx 'Breathing Space' by Janis Goodman

A great project- compassionate telephone descalation is great, where it's possible. We also need longer term data on whether people who are suicidal get effective suicide prevention treatments. & the outcomes of those referred to Statutory and C&V Sector services. www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

‘Between my finger and my thumb The squat pen rests. I’ll dig with it.’ We’re getting started here on Bluesky, and thought the best possible way to introduce ourselves on a new platform would be our poem of the week, ‘Digging’ by Seamus Heaney.

A sneak look at the @irelandmapped.bsky.social exhibition installed at PRONI, launches tomorrow 😍 Thursday 21st, grab a place here 👇 www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/marking-ma...

Tributes are being paid to veteran journalist Ken Reid, after his family confirmed his death at the age of 69. Best known as the long-serving political editor of UTV, he has been described as a “towering figure in broadcasting in Northern Ireland”. ➡️https://tinyurl.com/5n7rnnm3

Fezolinetant was efficacious and well tolerated over a six month period for treating moderate-severe vasomotor symptoms in individuals considered unsuitable for hormone therapy, finds new study www.bmj.com/content/387/...

The former UTV political editor Ken Reid has died. www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

A health care company has been fined £50,000 after the death of an elderly resident who fell off the edge of her bed in a County Antrim care home. - www.bbc.com/news/article...