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Geth Rees @gethrees.bsky.social · 1d

Probably not coincidental that Anthropologists and Sociologists often act as country experts in asylum trials and appeals.

Geth Rees @gethrees.bsky.social · 1d

Badenoch proposing to close programmes that promote critical thinking, challenging authority and understanding (and empathising with) other cultures. Really not surprising given the activities of the last Tory government.

The Bear @bearlypolitics.co.uk · 1d

So, the plan is to cut English, the arts, and sociology - the degrees that actually study culture - while on another part of your platform claiming to “defend” British culture.

It’s performance nationalism with a reading age of seven.

Badenoch: Curb students taking 'rip-off' degrees such as English
The performing arts, sociology and anthropology are among the subjects the Conservatives would like to cut

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Sarah Connelly @sarahconn22.bsky.social · 1d

Meet AARC, the Appropriate Adult Research Community, linked with NAAN.
Absolutely chuffed to have co-founded this with fantastic colleagues. Also looking forward to kickstarting chairing and supporting this space where I can💫. Another brilliant day at a NAAN event.

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Geth Rees @gethrees.bsky.social · 6d

I think Skin from Skunk Anansie said it best when they sang "Everything's f**king political!".

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Geth Rees @gethrees.bsky.social · 7d

Definitely something to watch this week. Expecting to hear plenty of "bad apple" justifications over the coming week but perhaps there are more structural bases for these kinds of behaviour. Watch this space.
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

Why the BBC went undercover in the Met Police to investigate claims of racism and misogyny

A BBC reporter describes secretly filming misogynistic and racist attitudes among serving Metropolitan Police officers.

www.bbc.co.uk

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Geth Rees @gethrees.bsky.social · 8d

Really thoughtful blog on the current limitations of postmortems for providing accurate answers and closure for the bereaved. Really looking forward to working with @drimogenjones.bsky.social on some collaborative projects in the new year.

Imogen Jones @drimogenjones.bsky.social · 8d

In my latest blog, I explore the role of postmortem examinations in delivering accurate data, supporting the bereaved, advancing public health, and serving justice. With limited resources and growing complexity, I consider whether death investigation is ‘educated guesswork’ and if that matters.

Educated Guesswork? Postmortems, Cause of Death and the Role of Law

A while ago I posted about resources and purpose. I wrote about an issue which had played on my mind for some time – the fact that there was, and remains, what I perceive to be an unwillingness to …

deadbodiesandthelaw.wordpress.com

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Geth Rees @gethrees.bsky.social · 13d

Someone please explain what an ID card can do that an NI Number can't (in terms of legal working). Can't see what it adds and will also be worked around in same ways (cash in hand for instance). Looking forward to the inevitable U-turn. BBC News - www.bbc.co.uk/news/live/cw...

Digital ID cards will make it tougher to work in UK illegally, says Keir Starmer

The prime minister says Labour has shied away from illegal immigration concerns, but says the new ID will make

www.bbc.co.uk

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Geth Rees @gethrees.bsky.social · 14d

We used to live near Shirley and there is literally nothing for young people to do but hang around shops. Years of austerity and undercutting youth services coming home to roost.

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Geth Rees @gethrees.bsky.social · 14d

Speaking to the Association of Police and Crime Commissioners today about the findings from our Police Custody Healthcare project and what PCCs can do. Going to advise them to request data of how frequently custody suites have embedded healthcare as better staffing is a good first step.

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Robert Saunders @robertsaunders.bsky.social · 16d

Why are the American president's claims about autism the first item on British news bulletins?

He's not our president, the advice doesn't apply here and he's not presented any evidence to support his assertions.

So why spread these claims? What make this the biggest story in the UK?

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Geth Rees @gethrees.bsky.social · 21d

The parallels with Neville Chamberlain's appeasement I've found pretty shocking.

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Geth Rees @gethrees.bsky.social · 21d

Have deleted my academia.edu account (long overdue to be honest). Thread below explains how to do so and why, and I can confirm this method works, even if, like me, you've forgotten your password.

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Geth Rees @gethrees.bsky.social · 21d

Yup, still works. Even if you don't remember your password.

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Geth Rees @gethrees.bsky.social · 23d

Great and important thread.

Sean Jones KC @seanjones.org · 23d

Bear with me, I anticipate your disagreement. There is a clear pattern to the advice given to those who want to press back against rising racism. What it boils down to is that if you point out that racism is often being dressed up as “legitimate concerns” you will alienate people. /1

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Geth Rees @gethrees.bsky.social · 24d

What's the old saying "Never let the facts get in the way of hate speech!"

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Geth Rees @gethrees.bsky.social · 27d

And of course the other 101 things wrong with UUK's statement.

Geth Rees @gethrees.bsky.social · 27d

An unnamed senior colleague of mine had a strategy of completing a research project and then applying the funding after the fact. In this way the bid could clearly articulate the RQs and what he would "expect" to find. This process needs priming and so begins with, so-called "hobbyist" research.

Dr Carole McCartney 🏳️‍🌈 🏳️‍⚧️ @ctmccartney.bsky.social · 27d

Is this when management all agree so decide to do a scan for "low quality" research they can put a stop to. Then, after spending hours/resources looking, can't actually identify any?

Research Professional News @resprofnews.bsky.social · 27d

Ministers ‘want to shift funds away from low-quality research’ .

Universities UK president says institutions cannot afford “unfunded hobbyist research”.

www.researchprofessionalnews.com/rr-news-uk-u...

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Geth Rees @gethrees.bsky.social · Sep 8

Nykelharperists sampling governmental alerts. youtu.be/Gc8wvD2ouaE?...

The Government Alert Polska by Ed Pritchard

YouTube video by NyckelharpaUK

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University of Oxford @ox.ac.uk · Sep 4

NEW: An Oxford report warns that misleading media coverage is shaping public debate on immigration and human rights.

The study finds the ECHR is frequently misreported in deportation cases, fueling misconceptions that erode trust in the legal system.

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Silhouettes of three people in front of a weathered British flag, with the headline: Misrepresentations around human rights and immigration fuelling calls to quit ECHR, Oxford report finds

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Geth Rees @gethrees.bsky.social · Sep 2

RPG Series begining with P: I am thou 😉

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Adam Bienkov @adambienkov.bsky.social · Sep 2

Are you young, highly educated and driven, and want to contribute to our stagnant economy with its aging population and low productivity? Well out you go

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Geth Rees @gethrees.bsky.social · Aug 27

Very excited, just hoping my Limited Run steelbook edition won't be too delayed, especially as it'll be shipping to UK.

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Geth Rees @gethrees.bsky.social · Aug 27

I was discussing this with @shelleyjwalker.bsky.social yesterday and how YOI staff maintain "discipline" in regions in Australia. I sincerely hoped that we would be more humane, but clearly not. PAVA shouldn't be deployed anywhere, but especially not on young people.

The Howard League @thehowardleague.bsky.social · Aug 27

“Instead of arming staff, the way to improve safety is to close failing young offender institutions and ensure that children are accommodated in more appropriate settings – such as secure children’s homes – where they can be given the care and support they need.”

www.cypnow.co.uk/content/news...

Campaigners warn over PAVA spray as YOI inspection highlights safety concerns - CYP Now

Children’s rights campaigners are continuing to raise concerns about plans to allow use of the incapacitant chemical spray PAVA at Feltham A after inspectors found the young offender institution (YOI)...

www.cypnow.co.uk

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Glen O'Hara @gsoh31.bsky.social · Aug 22

Universities make a loss on home teaching. They make a loss on state-sponsored research. Now they will make a loss on international students. So there will be no activities at all that even break even. In those circs you cannot continue: the end.
www.timeshighereducation.com/news/deficit...

Deficits likely as overseas students ‘loss-making’ under levy

Middle-tier universities on ‘wafer-thin margins’ face starkest financial challenges from government proposal, policy analysts suggest

www.timeshighereducation.com

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Geth Rees @gethrees.bsky.social · Aug 16

Wow, that is quite the accomplishment, especially given how tame the post is. I'm sure if you really wanted to offend you could have, quite easily.

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