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GovCamp Cymru @govcampcymru.bsky.social · 16h

Os chi’n dod i GovCamp Cymru, da ni’n meddwl y byddwch efo diddordeb yn darllen yr adroddiad newydd ar drawsnewid gwasanaethsu cyhoeddus…

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Transform Wales @transform.wales · 1d

Heddiw, ry’n ni’n lansio Trawsnewid Gwasanaethau Cyhoeddus ar gyfer Cymru Fodern. Mae'r adroddiad hwn yn nodi llwybr clir i Lywodraeth nesaf Cymru symud y tu hwnt i atebion tymor byr a darparu gwasanaethau gwell sy'n canolbwyntio ar bobl.

#CymruDdigidol #DiwygioGwasanaethauCyhoeddus

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GovCamp Cymru @govcampcymru.bsky.social · 16h

If you’re coming to GovCamp Cymru - we think you’ll be interested in reading this new report on public service transformation in Wales.

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Transform Wales @transform.wales · 1d

Today, we're launching Transforming Public Services for a Modern Wales. This report sets out a clear path for the next Welsh Government to move beyond short-term fixes and deliver better, human-centred services.

#DigitalWales #PublicServiceReform

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Ann Kempster @annkempster.com · 16h

This was a very interesting read for what’s between the lines as the actual interview itself.

The Guardian @theguardian.com · 16h

‘To the men who ran the world, I was just a photo op’: Malala Yousafzai on growing up, getting cynical – and how getting high nearly broke her

The global icon of women’s education is ready to tell the full story of her turbulent recent life, from arguing with her parents to being ghosted by the statesmen who were once desperate to be seen with her

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Jukesie @jukes.ie · 16h

The 441st Internet of Public Service Jobs is here...and it is a doozy!

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Internet of Public Service Jobs - 11/10/2025

This is the 441st edition of Internet of Public Service Jobs - a weekly list of vacancies related to product management, agile and design in…you guessed it…‘public service’ curated by @jukesie [01] C...

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Ann Kempster @annkempster.com · 1d

My sleep deprived brain read that initially as Unhinged Reporter.

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Jo Carter @jocarter.bsky.social · 1d

Just published!
New report into transforming public services in Wales. 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

It’s been a privilege to work with @annkempster.com @daivaughan.uk @niacampbell.bsky.social on this.

We’d love to hear what you think! 🤔

Also… please share!

Transform Wales @transform.wales · 1d

Today, we're launching Transforming Public Services for a Modern Wales. This report sets out a clear path for the next Welsh Government to move beyond short-term fixes and deliver better, human-centred services.

#DigitalWales #PublicServiceReform

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Nia Campbell @niacampbell.bsky.social · 1d

Super proud that our report is now out! 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

Massive shout out to @annkempster.com, @daivaughan.uk and @jocarter.bsky.social 🎉

We'd love to hear what you think!

Transform Wales @transform.wales · 1d

Today, we're launching Transforming Public Services for a Modern Wales. This report sets out a clear path for the next Welsh Government to move beyond short-term fixes and deliver better, human-centred services.

#DigitalWales #PublicServiceReform

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Ann Kempster @annkempster.com · 1d

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Ann Kempster @annkempster.com · 1d

Last time I had them I a as in a dark hospital waiting area with others who had also the drops.

Nurse came through and just threw the fluorescent lights on with no warning.

Blinding Light GIF

ALT: Blinding Light GIF

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Ann Kempster @annkempster.com · 1d

Look forward to hearing your thoughts :)

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Ann Kempster @annkempster.com · 1d

Not sure if I feel more or less sick now that's published and public.

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Ann Kempster @annkempster.com · 1d

And here it is folks! A blueprint for how to transform public services in a modern Wales 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

Transform Wales @transform.wales · 1d

Today, we're launching Transforming Public Services for a Modern Wales. This report sets out a clear path for the next Welsh Government to move beyond short-term fixes and deliver better, human-centred services.

#DigitalWales #PublicServiceReform

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Transform Wales @transform.wales · 1d

Tanysgrifwyr cylchlythyr – ewch i’ch mewnflychau! 👀

Newsletter subscribers: check your inboxes for news! 👀

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Ann Kempster @annkempster.com · 1d

It’s the most perfectly Hadley shaped job ever!

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derek guy @dieworkwear.bsky.social · 3d

“A second inflatable frog has now been spotted wiggling through Portland.”

Marco Rubio whispers into Donald Trump's ear.

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Heather Stewart @guardianheather.bsky.social · 1d

If this isn’t evidence of an AI bubble I don’t know what is 🫧

Financial Times @financialtimes.com · 1d

Rishi Sunak’s twin appointments mean he will be advising rivals in the push for AI breakthroughs. on.ft.com/3KNw22e

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Ann Kempster @annkempster.com · 1d

Are there any women left in No10? WTF is going on?

The Guardian @theguardian.com · 1d

Starmer accused of pushing out some of last progressive allies in No 10 shake-up

Exclusive: PM is reorganising key parts of government to give chief secretary Darren Jones more Whitehall control • UK politics live – latest updates Keir Starmer has been accused of pushing some of his last remaining progressive allies out of government, as he embarks on another shake-up of his Downing Street operation designed to empower his chief secretary, Darren Jones. The prime minister is overseeing a reorganisation of several key parts of his government, including the delivery and policy units, to refocus the policy work and give Jones more direct control of the machinery of government. Continue reading...

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Ann Kempster @annkempster.com · 1d

Today is launch day. I’m a bag of nerves

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GovCamp Cymru @govcampcymru.bsky.social · 1d

Cyfle olaf am docynnau i’n anghynhadledd tng Nghaerdydd ar 7 Tachwedd - heddiw am 10!

www.govcamp.cymru/tickets

Tickets — GovCamp Cymru

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GovCamp Cymru @govcampcymru.bsky.social · 1d

Last chance tickets for our GovCamp Cymru unconference in Cardiff on 7 November available for free today at 10am

www.govcamp.cymru/tickets

Tickets — GovCamp Cymru

www.govcamp.cymru

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NationCymru @nation.cymru · 1d

Plaid Cymru has voiced frustration that opposition parties in Wales have not yet been granted pre-election access to the civil service, a process that normally allows officials to prepare for the possibility of a change in government

Plaid Cymru criticises delay in civil service talks ahead of 2026 election

Plaid Cymru has voiced frustration that opposition parties in Wales have not yet been granted pre-election access to the civil service, a process that normally allows officials to prepare for the poss...

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The Daily Show @thedailyshow.com · 2d

The following is REAL footage from Portland, 2025. Viewer discretion is advised.

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Ann Kempster @annkempster.com · 2d

I’m loving Hush’s barrel leg atm. Their sizing is generous so suspect a 12 would work. I’m between a 14/16. Their 14s are perfect

They also have a range of other styles other styles And they duo short lengths

Good quality

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Ann Kempster @annkempster.com · 2d

He’s had two annual physicals this year.

a man in a black shirt is making a funny face while sitting at a table .

ALT: a man in a black shirt is making a funny face while sitting at a table .

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Beau @drbeaubeaumont.bsky.social · 2d

Thinking about Christmas presents for my wife. Does anyone know what it smells like?

A sign at the Westfield shopping centre. Reading “Please use the escalator by Prada”.

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