Ann Barrass
1962ab.bsky.social
Ann Barrass
@1962ab.bsky.social
Occasional printmaker, MA graduate of @LeedsArtsUni. Fan of horse racing, live music & a glass or two.
The Government has revealed plans for a new mandatory digital ID. It’s invasive and could mean millions of people unable to go about their daily lives. Right now it's just an idea - we need to stop it becoming a reality. Join me and sign the petition now! you.38degrees.org.uk/petitions/re...
Reject plans for a mandatory BritCard (digital ID)
Sir Keir Starmer is considering a mandatory digital ID scheme called “BritCard” that would make us all reliant on a digital pass to go about our daily lives. Mandatory digital IDs give the state enor...
you.38degrees.org.uk
October 2, 2025 at 3:37 PM
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Today has been one of those days where I haven’t sold anything in my online shop.
Have a look at my shop and please repost to spread the word. Thanks.
gailmyerscough.co.uk
August 7, 2025 at 7:48 PM
Private companies are polluting our rivers, hiking up bills, and failing to deliver. 82% of us want public ownership – let’s make it happen!
Sign the open letter now & demand action! 👉
you.38degrees.org.uk/petitions/pu...
Put Public Ownership of Water Back on the Table
Privatisation of water isn’t failing - it is the failure. The Government is mid-way through a major review of the water sector. But so far, it has refused to consider a potential solution that’s backe...
you.38degrees.org.uk
April 1, 2025 at 4:49 PM
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👀🔎 Hello Bluesky. 👋
January 27, 2025 at 7:54 AM
Patients are dying in NHS hospital corridors. The Conservatives closed 100+ emergency care services since 2010. Demand Wes Streeting reopen them to treat patients. Sign the petition.

weownit.org.uk/act-now/stop...
Stop patients dying in corridors - reopen 100+ emergency care services
weownit.org.uk
January 17, 2025 at 10:28 AM
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New work
'Tailors Drape II & III' (2025)

Tapestry Weave with jesmonite weft.
January 13, 2025 at 6:03 PM
Wishing everyone the peace & blessings of Christmas. Happy Christmas!
December 25, 2024 at 10:49 AM
Get in! I love Venetia’s horses!
#horseracing #winner
December 8, 2024 at 2:01 PM
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My little stall and I are all set up in the very lovely Light Space in Meanwood - out of the wind and rain and surrounded by loads of gorgeous other stalls. Do pop down if you’re in the area - it’s a great way to support small indie businesses and do some Christmas shopping! 😀
December 7, 2024 at 10:51 AM
Private healthcare is lobbying Wes Streeting to sign a new PFI deal with them. Time is running out to ask Wes Streeting to say NO. Please add your name to this petition now. #NoNewPFI

weownit.org.uk/act-now/tell...
December 7, 2024 at 11:02 AM
Fighting Fifth day at Newcastle!
November 30, 2024 at 11:31 AM
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Where do I sign?
November 26, 2024 at 4:27 PM
Yay! Good old Royale Pagaille! I love the Venetia horses 🏇
November 23, 2024 at 3:15 PM
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November 23, 2024 at 2:19 PM
Been great this past week to catch up here with old friends from Twitter plus to connect with new people… wishing everyone a great weekend, whatever you’re up to! 😃
November 22, 2024 at 1:40 PM
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Any #art people on here have a painting with this signature on their walls? I’m trying to locate privately owned paintings done by my great great aunt Patti Mayor. Most likely in northern England, especially #Preston en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Patti_M...
November 17, 2024 at 5:21 PM
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Lino cuts and prints - from drawings of stones. I'm not a meticulous printer. i'm messy, and i'm happy with what emerges. They ran for several years, changing and morphing. Probably not over yet.....
November 14, 2024 at 9:32 PM
Enjoying it over here in the blue place already! Sharing some golden Autumn vibes from this afternoon. Wishing everyone a grand evening from Stratford 😍
November 20, 2024 at 8:17 PM
Hello everyone! Just finding my feet here - great to see some familiar faces and to gain some new friends. Not a prolific poster but will up my game!
#Leeds #Hello
November 20, 2024 at 8:17 PM