Natacha
@natacha.bsky.social
Trans woman 🏳️⚧️ Sociologist & Agnotologist, anti-Brexit. She/her. All opinions expressed here are my own. 🇵🇸
Link to academic publications: https://goldsmiths.academia.edu/NatachaKennedy
“Thomas Mann:
“Tolerance becomes a crime when applied to evil.”
Link to academic publications: https://goldsmiths.academia.edu/NatachaKennedy
“Thomas Mann:
“Tolerance becomes a crime when applied to evil.”
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there is an employment crisis among trans women and there always has been, but good luck getting people to see it
Still living this life after almost 8 months. A professional I know who works almost exclusively with trans people said almost all of them are unemployed.
February 14, 2026 at 8:08 PM
there is an employment crisis among trans women and there always has been, but good luck getting people to see it
“Labour has thrown in the towel” in Gorton and Denton, says @zackpolanski.bsky.social.
It’s a straight fight between the Green Party and Reform.
It’s a straight fight between the Green Party and Reform.
Zack Polanski says Labour has 'thrown in the towel' in Gorton and Denton
Speaking to the Manchester Evening News, the Green Party leader believes Hannah Spencer represents 'the future' for Gorton and Denton
www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk
February 14, 2026 at 8:49 PM
“Labour has thrown in the towel” in Gorton and Denton, says @zackpolanski.bsky.social.
It’s a straight fight between the Green Party and Reform.
It’s a straight fight between the Green Party and Reform.
Punching Nazis is never wrong.
February 14, 2026 at 8:45 PM
Punching Nazis is never wrong.
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New post: LABOUR'S SECTION 28 IS HERE - ACT NOW.
I explain how the Labour government's proposed revisions to the guidance on "keeping children in education" are designed to erase trans children in England. But it's not a done deal - there is plenty we can do to oppose this.
I explain how the Labour government's proposed revisions to the guidance on "keeping children in education" are designed to erase trans children in England. But it's not a done deal - there is plenty we can do to oppose this.
Labour’s Section 28 is here – act now
In May 1988, the Conservative government introduced Section 28. This legal measure outlawed support for “homosexuality as a pretended family relationship” across Britain, especially in …
ruthpearce.net
February 14, 2026 at 6:20 PM
New post: LABOUR'S SECTION 28 IS HERE - ACT NOW.
I explain how the Labour government's proposed revisions to the guidance on "keeping children in education" are designed to erase trans children in England. But it's not a done deal - there is plenty we can do to oppose this.
I explain how the Labour government's proposed revisions to the guidance on "keeping children in education" are designed to erase trans children in England. But it's not a done deal - there is plenty we can do to oppose this.
This is the most important thing you will read this weekend. Make sure you do and that you act on it. This is not a drill.
Labour’s Trans Section 28 is shameful and disgusting and, more than any else, demonstrates how low the party has fallen. Every Labour MP needs to feel the heat about this.
Labour’s Trans Section 28 is shameful and disgusting and, more than any else, demonstrates how low the party has fallen. Every Labour MP needs to feel the heat about this.
My new post on Labour's Section 28 for trans kids is a companion to this piece from 2024, which addressed similar but less dangerous proposals from the outgoing Conservative government.
New Year’s Resolution: Smash the new Section 28
This post is about the Department for Education’s December 2023 draft guidance on “Gender Questioning Children”. Advice on how you can take action can be found at the end. You can download a printa…
ruthpearce.net
February 14, 2026 at 8:30 PM
This is the most important thing you will read this weekend. Make sure you do and that you act on it. This is not a drill.
Labour’s Trans Section 28 is shameful and disgusting and, more than any else, demonstrates how low the party has fallen. Every Labour MP needs to feel the heat about this.
Labour’s Trans Section 28 is shameful and disgusting and, more than any else, demonstrates how low the party has fallen. Every Labour MP needs to feel the heat about this.
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‘As with Section 28, young people are presented with a choice between state-mandated abuse, or staying in the closet. The overall aim is to stop trans children from existing altogether’
New post: LABOUR'S SECTION 28 IS HERE - ACT NOW.
I explain how the Labour government's proposed revisions to the guidance on "keeping children in education" are designed to erase trans children in England. But it's not a done deal - there is plenty we can do to oppose this.
I explain how the Labour government's proposed revisions to the guidance on "keeping children in education" are designed to erase trans children in England. But it's not a done deal - there is plenty we can do to oppose this.
Labour’s Section 28 is here – act now
In May 1988, the Conservative government introduced Section 28. This legal measure outlawed support for “homosexuality as a pretended family relationship” across Britain, especially in …
ruthpearce.net
February 14, 2026 at 6:32 PM
‘As with Section 28, young people are presented with a choice between state-mandated abuse, or staying in the closet. The overall aim is to stop trans children from existing altogether’
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Also note that @theguardian.com didn't bother to mention the reason NFWI originally gave, that they were threatened with legal action, didn't want to discriminate but thought they had to to avoid lawfare. They should have consulted members on resisting the threats
February 14, 2026 at 6:00 PM
Also note that @theguardian.com didn't bother to mention the reason NFWI originally gave, that they were threatened with legal action, didn't want to discriminate but thought they had to to avoid lawfare. They should have consulted members on resisting the threats
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The Women’s Institute was pressured to exclude trans women by the threat of litigation brought and paid for by JKR’s legal fund.
So now the newly trans-hostile WI groups are haemorrhaging members and many groups are folding, closing opportunities for all women.
Well done JK and the GCs, eh?
So now the newly trans-hostile WI groups are haemorrhaging members and many groups are folding, closing opportunities for all women.
Well done JK and the GCs, eh?
‘Carnage of concern and upset’: Women’s Institute groups close after transgender ban
Members warn NFWI decision has opened up toxic culture that deters younger women from joining
www.theguardian.com
February 14, 2026 at 5:22 PM
The Women’s Institute was pressured to exclude trans women by the threat of litigation brought and paid for by JKR’s legal fund.
So now the newly trans-hostile WI groups are haemorrhaging members and many groups are folding, closing opportunities for all women.
Well done JK and the GCs, eh?
So now the newly trans-hostile WI groups are haemorrhaging members and many groups are folding, closing opportunities for all women.
Well done JK and the GCs, eh?
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Love this from Russell Tovey.
"I’m really following what the Green Party are doing, and I think we should all get behind them. As a community, they’re a party that we can really look to, to represent us.”
www.attitude.co.uk/culture/russ...
"I’m really following what the Green Party are doing, and I think we should all get behind them. As a community, they’re a party that we can really look to, to represent us.”
www.attitude.co.uk/culture/russ...
Russell Tovey joins the Green Party after being 'let down' by Labour government (EXCLUSIVE)
Russell Tovey spoke highly of Green Party leader Zack Polanski at the 2026 Attitude 101 charity lunch, admitting the UK deserves better.
www.attitude.co.uk
February 14, 2026 at 4:43 PM
Love this from Russell Tovey.
"I’m really following what the Green Party are doing, and I think we should all get behind them. As a community, they’re a party that we can really look to, to represent us.”
www.attitude.co.uk/culture/russ...
"I’m really following what the Green Party are doing, and I think we should all get behind them. As a community, they’re a party that we can really look to, to represent us.”
www.attitude.co.uk/culture/russ...
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Decades ago I used to collect glasses at the Black Cap, Camden!
11 years ago after it closed down, we set up a campaign to reopen it!
I long ago got distracted but these legends (with others!) stuck it out for years. Delighted to say from next month our LGBT+ pub is back! 🎉
11 years ago after it closed down, we set up a campaign to reopen it!
I long ago got distracted but these legends (with others!) stuck it out for years. Delighted to say from next month our LGBT+ pub is back! 🎉
February 14, 2026 at 5:19 PM
Decades ago I used to collect glasses at the Black Cap, Camden!
11 years ago after it closed down, we set up a campaign to reopen it!
I long ago got distracted but these legends (with others!) stuck it out for years. Delighted to say from next month our LGBT+ pub is back! 🎉
11 years ago after it closed down, we set up a campaign to reopen it!
I long ago got distracted but these legends (with others!) stuck it out for years. Delighted to say from next month our LGBT+ pub is back! 🎉
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Is it feminism when you kill women's groups because you hate trans women? Sex Matters et al say YES!
At least 12 WI groups are closing or considering closure after the organisation barred transgender women from membership.
Members say more groups are likely to close, and that the federation’s decision has opened up a toxic, traditionalist culture that will deter younger women from joining.
Members say more groups are likely to close, and that the federation’s decision has opened up a toxic, traditionalist culture that will deter younger women from joining.
‘Carnage of concern and upset’: Women’s Institute groups close after transgender ban
Members warn NFWI decision has opened up toxic culture that deters younger women from joining
www.theguardian.com
February 14, 2026 at 3:15 PM
Is it feminism when you kill women's groups because you hate trans women? Sex Matters et al say YES!
R*ped “Underage women”…!?
Errr @ashleyzacharias.bsky.social, please don’t join in the euphemisers.
The term you need is “children”.
Errr @ashleyzacharias.bsky.social, please don’t join in the euphemisers.
The term you need is “children”.
The President of the United States raped underage women.
Attorney General Pam Bondi has seen the proof in the Epstein files and doesn't care.
Thank you for your attention to this matter.
Attorney General Pam Bondi has seen the proof in the Epstein files and doesn't care.
Thank you for your attention to this matter.
February 14, 2026 at 5:06 PM
R*ped “Underage women”…!?
Errr @ashleyzacharias.bsky.social, please don’t join in the euphemisers.
The term you need is “children”.
Errr @ashleyzacharias.bsky.social, please don’t join in the euphemisers.
The term you need is “children”.
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Starmer: "We are not the Britain of the Brexit years any more."
But sadly, the "Brexit years" are not over... until we rejoin the EU.
So instead of these endless talks about talks about piecemeal increased cooperation with Europe, let's rejoin!
But sadly, the "Brexit years" are not over... until we rejoin the EU.
So instead of these endless talks about talks about piecemeal increased cooperation with Europe, let's rejoin!
Starmer: We are not the Britain of the Brexit years anymore
Sir Keir Starmer receives applause at the Munich Security Conference, as he says "we are not the Britain of the Brexit years anymore".
news.sky.com
February 14, 2026 at 4:58 PM
Starmer: "We are not the Britain of the Brexit years any more."
But sadly, the "Brexit years" are not over... until we rejoin the EU.
So instead of these endless talks about talks about piecemeal increased cooperation with Europe, let's rejoin!
But sadly, the "Brexit years" are not over... until we rejoin the EU.
So instead of these endless talks about talks about piecemeal increased cooperation with Europe, let's rejoin!
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A joint statement with @mams4transni.bsky.social
February 14, 2026 at 2:41 PM
A joint statement with @mams4transni.bsky.social
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We are very grateful to @ucu.org.uk for highlighting this case in an Emergency Briefing issued yesterday (text of which follows below).
We can now name the Oxford Professor said to have raped a junior academic: Bent Flyvbjerg.
Bent Flyvbjerg is the Oxford academic said to have raped colleague | Good Law Project
Professor who is reported to have raped a junior academic still holds position at the university' Said Business School
goodlaw.social
February 14, 2026 at 10:56 AM
We are very grateful to @ucu.org.uk for highlighting this case in an Emergency Briefing issued yesterday (text of which follows below).
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More of this please!
It really shouldn't be rare to hear humanity and empathy in politics.
It really shouldn't be rare to hear humanity and empathy in politics.
“If you’ve lived in Greater Manchester all your life like I have, or you came here yesterday — if you’re part of our community and you’re mucking in, you’re one of us.”
Our candidate for Gorton and Denton, Hannah Spencer, rejects the demonisation of immigrants and calls for politics that unite.
Our candidate for Gorton and Denton, Hannah Spencer, rejects the demonisation of immigrants and calls for politics that unite.
February 14, 2026 at 4:36 PM
More of this please!
It really shouldn't be rare to hear humanity and empathy in politics.
It really shouldn't be rare to hear humanity and empathy in politics.
Effectively the Starmer government is allowing the worst, most disgusting right-wing bigots to use their financial-legal power to end the basic human right to freedom of association - at least for women.
The UK government has successfully made it harder for women to organise, find camaraderie and share knowledge, while simultaneously ensuring only the vilest most bigoted women are left in a position to do so.
All by targeting and excluding trans women. It’s as clever as it is disgusting.
All by targeting and excluding trans women. It’s as clever as it is disgusting.
At least 12 WI groups are closing or considering closure after the organisation barred transgender women from membership.
Members say more groups are likely to close, and that the federation’s decision has opened up a toxic, traditionalist culture that will deter younger women from joining.
Members say more groups are likely to close, and that the federation’s decision has opened up a toxic, traditionalist culture that will deter younger women from joining.
February 14, 2026 at 4:56 PM
Effectively the Starmer government is allowing the worst, most disgusting right-wing bigots to use their financial-legal power to end the basic human right to freedom of association - at least for women.
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The UK government has successfully made it harder for women to organise, find camaraderie and share knowledge, while simultaneously ensuring only the vilest most bigoted women are left in a position to do so.
All by targeting and excluding trans women. It’s as clever as it is disgusting.
All by targeting and excluding trans women. It’s as clever as it is disgusting.
At least 12 WI groups are closing or considering closure after the organisation barred transgender women from membership.
Members say more groups are likely to close, and that the federation’s decision has opened up a toxic, traditionalist culture that will deter younger women from joining.
Members say more groups are likely to close, and that the federation’s decision has opened up a toxic, traditionalist culture that will deter younger women from joining.
‘Carnage of concern and upset’: Women’s Institute groups close after transgender ban
Members warn NFWI decision has opened up toxic culture that deters younger women from joining
www.theguardian.com
February 14, 2026 at 4:44 PM
The UK government has successfully made it harder for women to organise, find camaraderie and share knowledge, while simultaneously ensuring only the vilest most bigoted women are left in a position to do so.
All by targeting and excluding trans women. It’s as clever as it is disgusting.
All by targeting and excluding trans women. It’s as clever as it is disgusting.
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At least 12 WI groups are closing or considering closure after the organisation barred transgender women from membership.
Members say more groups are likely to close, and that the federation’s decision has opened up a toxic, traditionalist culture that will deter younger women from joining.
Members say more groups are likely to close, and that the federation’s decision has opened up a toxic, traditionalist culture that will deter younger women from joining.
‘Carnage of concern and upset’: Women’s Institute groups close after transgender ban
Members warn NFWI decision has opened up toxic culture that deters younger women from joining
www.theguardian.com
February 14, 2026 at 2:53 PM
At least 12 WI groups are closing or considering closure after the organisation barred transgender women from membership.
Members say more groups are likely to close, and that the federation’s decision has opened up a toxic, traditionalist culture that will deter younger women from joining.
Members say more groups are likely to close, and that the federation’s decision has opened up a toxic, traditionalist culture that will deter younger women from joining.
One of the people responsible for the PB ban, her book (hardback unread past chapter 1, originally £20) is now reduced to £2 in a charity shop, alongside dog-eared Reacher & Dan Brown paperbacks selling for £2.50 - £3.
If I have the spoons, it’s time for a full deconstruction of this drivel.
If I have the spoons, it’s time for a full deconstruction of this drivel.
February 14, 2026 at 2:51 PM
One of the people responsible for the PB ban, her book (hardback unread past chapter 1, originally £20) is now reduced to £2 in a charity shop, alongside dog-eared Reacher & Dan Brown paperbacks selling for £2.50 - £3.
If I have the spoons, it’s time for a full deconstruction of this drivel.
If I have the spoons, it’s time for a full deconstruction of this drivel.
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Luke is part of a government that is selling off our NHS data to a US spy tech firm, Palantir.
Luke is part of a government that is subservient to Donald Trump - a dangerous President who wants to annex Greenland.
Luke is part of a government that is increasingly desperate & utterly rudderless.
Luke is part of a government that is subservient to Donald Trump - a dangerous President who wants to annex Greenland.
Luke is part of a government that is increasingly desperate & utterly rudderless.
Both the Greens and Reform are soft on Putin and soft on NATO.
The greens want to pull out of NATO and Reform’s Leader says Putin is the leader he admires the most.
Labour takes a different approach: a NATO-first strategy, increasing defence spending and renewing our forces.
The greens want to pull out of NATO and Reform’s Leader says Putin is the leader he admires the most.
Labour takes a different approach: a NATO-first strategy, increasing defence spending and renewing our forces.
February 14, 2026 at 12:29 PM
Luke is part of a government that is selling off our NHS data to a US spy tech firm, Palantir.
Luke is part of a government that is subservient to Donald Trump - a dangerous President who wants to annex Greenland.
Luke is part of a government that is increasingly desperate & utterly rudderless.
Luke is part of a government that is subservient to Donald Trump - a dangerous President who wants to annex Greenland.
Luke is part of a government that is increasingly desperate & utterly rudderless.
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Steve Bannon discussed opposition strategies with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein against Pope Francis, with Bannon saying he hoped to “take down” the pontiff, according to newly released files from the US Department of Justice. https://cnn.it/4tH3r0O
February 14, 2026 at 10:30 AM
Steve Bannon discussed opposition strategies with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein against Pope Francis, with Bannon saying he hoped to “take down” the pontiff, according to newly released files from the US Department of Justice. https://cnn.it/4tH3r0O
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Labour was built to give workers a voice and fight for a better deal. Workers' are scratching their heads with the lack of delivery over the last 18 months. Labour need to stop being embarrassed about standing up for workers and communities.
Be Labour. via @financialtimes.com
Be Labour. via @financialtimes.com
February 14, 2026 at 10:30 AM
Labour was built to give workers a voice and fight for a better deal. Workers' are scratching their heads with the lack of delivery over the last 18 months. Labour need to stop being embarrassed about standing up for workers and communities.
Be Labour. via @financialtimes.com
Be Labour. via @financialtimes.com
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They're too busy pandering to the gender critical unionist parties. It's trans people versus votes and the votes have come out on top.
February 14, 2026 at 10:12 AM
They're too busy pandering to the gender critical unionist parties. It's trans people versus votes and the votes have come out on top.
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@naomilong.bsky.social what are you doing about this? You made a big deal of saying you pushed for NI to be included in this trial and now this.
February 14, 2026 at 7:57 AM
@naomilong.bsky.social what are you doing about this? You made a big deal of saying you pushed for NI to be included in this trial and now this.