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Gerard Wilkie
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Special Educational Needs Teacher EIS trade union activist Actor Strathclyde University/ Beijing CNU student (CCEd Mandarin) Parkrunner
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Gerard Wilkie moves the emergency motion of conference, calling on the Scottish government to provide guidance and support on how educational establishments should implement the supreme court ruling (For women Scotland V Scottish Ministers) #EISAGM25
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Gerard Wilkie questions the minister on ASN.

How does the Scottish Government plan to ensure that future ASN provision is not just inclusive in principle but adequately resourced in practice — and will we see ring-fenced funding or mandatory staff training standards to support this?”
Not done a parkrun in a few weeks ( mixture of storm cancellations, being out of the country and an unfortunate dose of pneumonia for good measure). A recent health diagnosis has put an end to my running days, so walking is the future plan for my parkruns (at least I’m a fast walker 😉) #parkrun
On a frosty Glasgow morning, Drumchapel parkrun served up hills, chills, and thrills! The hilly trail sparkled with frost, but the warmth of the friendly volunteers melted the ice in our hearts. A proper winter workout! #parkrun
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Space rock has lost another legend....Ron Tree ex of Hawkwind passed yesterday. A terribly sad end to 2024
The last Dean Castle Country Park parkrun of 2025 was a trail-tastic triumph! Winding through the scenic country park, runners braved the mud, cheered on by ever-friendly volunteers. A perfect farewell to the year—here’s to many more parkrun adventures in 2026! #parkrun
It was a super impressive turn out at Pollok…well over 900. I did Edinburgh yesterday (a mere 647). No room for politics in parkrun…it’s all about participation and fun
Edinburgh parkrun’s Christmas Day event was a festive delight! Perfect weather – crisp and sunny – set the scene as runners and walkers donned Santa hats. Huge thanks to our amazing volunteers who spread holiday cheer. A joyful 5k to remember. Merry Christmas to all! #parkrun #christmas #edinburgh
At Palacerigg, the storm tried its best, but couldn’t dampen spirits! Runners and walkers tackled the wild trail with grit (and a lot of mud). The friendly volunteers were the real heroes, battling wind and rain to cheer us on. Wet socks, big smiles—classic parkrun! #parkrun
On a crisp, icy morning, Linwood parkrun sparkled with frosty paths and rosy-cheeked runners braving the chill. The frosty terrain demanded careful steps, but the warm smiles of friendly volunteers melted the cold. A perfect winter run with a hearty dose of community spirit! #parkrun #linwood
In Holland this weekend, so doing a parkrun in Delft. . An amazing but very damp 5k around Delftse Hout park. In a bizarre twist, part of the parkrun goes through a nudist reserve and despite the cold there are a number of folk walking around completely billy bollock😲 #parkrun #netherlands #delft
Despite a scenic start, today’s Erskine Waterfront parkrun was met with a few puddles and a lot of smiles! A solid turnout, enthusiastic volunteers, and the usual Saturday magic kept spirits high! #parkrun #erskine #scotland #running
Just spoke for the EIS at the STUC Disabled Workers Conference, proposing shorter waiting times and better post diagnostic support for autistic people #stucdwc24
Just spoke to the STUC Disabled Workers Conference, on behalf of the EIS, about the impact of education cuts in Scotland and the effects it is having on the wellbeing of staff and learners. Thankfully the motion I proposed was unanimously voted for #stucdwc24
The office for the next few days #STUC #tradeunions
This photo of me at Troon parkrun looks like a CCTV image of someone the police are looking for to help with their enquiries #troon #parkrun
A trip down to the Ayrshire coast for this morning’s parkrun. Bracing, to say the least, but a superb out and back run along the seafront #parkrun
Most Sunday mornings I can be found volunteering at my local junior parkrun in Linlithgow. Last Sunday I clicked up my 100th volunteer credit #parkrun
For my most recent parkrun I got my 2nd V at Victoria, Glasgow. A superb (and easyish) 2 lapper
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🎬 Over on Patreon, I’ve shared an exciting update from the British Horror Studio. Our The B-Team held a crucial meeting to plan their very first feature film. Meanwhile, our lads worked hard, clearing a mountain of crumbling plaster to prep the space for transforming into a Hospital Ward! #horror