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Paul Gathercole @paulgathercole.bsky.social · Jun 28

A moment of joy when a Hummingbird Hawkmoth visited our Lincolnshire garden today Also a reminder of climate change and the increasing frequency of previously rare visitor sightings.
#moths #butterflies #climatechange

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@bobhudson.bsky.social @bobhudson.bsky.social · May 12

'A crushing blow to an already fragile sector'...Why does one part of government demonstrate no understanding of other parts? www.communitycare.co.uk/2025/05/11/g...

Government to end care worker recruitment from abroad later this year - Community Care

Announcement on care worker recruitment from abroad triggers alarm from social care providers, who say it removes a 'lifeline'

www.communitycare.co.uk

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Rob Mitchell @robmitch92.bsky.social · May 12

I’m 53. I joined the Labour Party Young Socialists at 14. Every bit of help I have had raising my family, having an education & a career is due to Labour. But enough is enough. I’m not interested in appeasing racists in return for their votes. If that’s where we’re at, I’m done.

Picture of Keir Starmer with a quote from his speech today which says we risk becoming an island of strangers.

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Suzy Lamplugh Trust @suzylamplughtrust.bsky.social · May 12

We’re proud to be leading the development of vital guidelines for Independent Stalking Advocates (ISAs), with input from the National Stalking Consortium.

www.gov.uk/government/n...

More consistent support for victims of domestic and sexual abuse

New guidance sets out how workers can best support survivors of domestic and sexual abuse

www.gov.uk

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Paul Gathercole @paulgathercole.bsky.social · May 13

'The Thick of It' scriptwriters respond to Reform picking up some council seats.

Hapless Seema Malhotra is sent out to explain the utterly half-baked, hurried and indefensible 'Island of Strangers' to World at One (16.45 minutes in)

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World at One - Starmer: UK risks becoming 'island of strangers' - BBC Sounds

Sir Keir Starmer promises to 'significantly' cut net migration with new rules on visas.

tinyurl.com

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Charity Times @charitytimes.bsky.social · May 12

Girlguiding has pledged to do more to ensure it is engaging with girls of colour and those from poorer backgrounds

www.charitytimes.com/ct/Girlguidi...

Girlguiding admits it is ‘not yet representative of girls in the UK today’ four years after racism report

Girlguiding has pledged to do more to ensure it is engaging with girls of colour and those from poorer backgrounds, in its ten-year strategy.

www.charitytimes.com

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Young Lives vs Cancer @younglivesvscancer.bsky.social · May 12

"There are no words to describe how you feel; your world turns upside down."

Nancy was diagnosed with brain cancer at only one year old. Her mum Gemma shares their story in this BBC News article: bbc.co.uk/news/article...

Mum shares two year-old daughter's cancer story for TV advert

Nancy was diagnosed with ependymoma, a form of brain cancer, at only a year old in 2023.

bbc.co.uk

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Seth Abramson @sethabramson.bsky.social · Apr 27

Could you ever have imagined you would see a headline like this in your lifetime

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Jeremy Corbyn @jeremycorbyn.bsky.social · Apr 26

Today, we pay tribute to Pope Francis.

He welcomed refugees & the homeless where others turned their backs.

He called for peace — in Gaza, Ukraine, Sudan, the DRC & beyond — where others cheered for war.

His humanity is an inspiration to us all, and he will be greatly missed.

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Paul Gathercole @paulgathercole.bsky.social · Apr 24

The science behind play and its profound impact on cognitive development, emotional well-being, and overall brain health - check this out from @fiplayscotland.bsky.social

#play
#childsplay
#neuroscience

Fiona - Play Scotland @fiplayscotland.bsky.social · Apr 23

Did you know play is as vital for the brain as food and water?
Join Alex on Monday to delve into neuroscience of play, emotional systems that shape childhood, & how to support wellbeing. You don’t need to live in Scotland to join us!
Book at www.tickettailor.com/events/plays... #ScotEduSky #EduSky

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@bobhudson.bsky.social @bobhudson.bsky.social · Apr 24

The foot-dragging over such a modest little proposal is ridiculous. Sort it out Keir!
www.theguardian.com/world/2025/a...

Labour MPs urge Starmer to back youth mobility scheme amid EU trade reset

More than 60 MPs sign letter calling for time-limited visas for 18- to 30-year-olds to travel freely

www.theguardian.com

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Paul Gathercole @paulgathercole.bsky.social · Apr 24

“If companies can’t make online spaces safe for children, then they shouldn’t be in them. Children should not be expected to police the online world themselves.”

www.theguardian.com/technology/2...

Ofcom ‘is prioritising interests of tech firms instead of child safety’

Watchdog’s new codes of practice are not strong enough, says children’s commissioner for England

www.theguardian.com

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Paul Gathercole @paulgathercole.bsky.social · Apr 24

We've probably all done this thing or something like it and then looked back with greater experience and humility. A poignant thread @jessmorgan.bsky.social

Jess Morgan @jessmorgan.bsky.social · Apr 24

She was in her 40s.
A resident doctor.

Older than all her peers, she was different.

She was the one who left on time and didn't bend over backwards to do more.

Eyes rolled.
People tutted.

She wasn't committed.
She lacked dedication.
Then I became that woman.
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PBE @pbe.co.uk · Apr 8

Our latest analysis of spending on children’s services for @barnardos.org.uk, @ncb.org.uk, @childrenssociety.bsky.social, @nspcc.bsky.social & @actionforchildren.bsky.social shows real-term spend on early intervention is down by more than £2bn since 2010/11.

www.probonoeconomics.com/a-long-road-...

A long road to recovery: Local authority spending on early intervention children’s services 2010-11 to 2023-24

PBE's latest analysis of local authority spending on early intervention children’s services from 2010/11 to 2023/24.

www.probonoeconomics.com

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Paul Gathercole @paulgathercole.bsky.social · Apr 22

Copy that Nick - there and back. From the big inter-city connections to the charming and quirky local lines, all reassuringly unpredictable at the best of times. Bank holidays?An invitation to chaos.

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SSSLearning @ssslearning.bsky.social · Apr 22

Our latest #safeguarding conversation podcast is live:
ssslearning.co.uk/podcasts/top...
#EduSky

Top Tips for Writing Safeguarding Reports

In this podcast, we discuss key tips for writing effective safeguarding reports.

ssslearning.co.uk

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Cancer Research UK @cancerresearchuk.org · Apr 22

❔ Could multi-cancer tests (MCTs) help GPs spot cancer ❔

That's the topic of the third instalment in our MCT series. It's a thought-provoking read to understand where we are and what's needed to implement these innovative tests in UK primary care: cruk.ink/4llYC8V

Could multi-cancer tests help GPs spot cancer? - Cancer Research UK - Cancer News

GPs see lots of people with cancer symptoms, but cancer cases can be like needles in the haystack. Multi-cancer tests might help find them.

https://cruk.ink/4llYC8V"

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Charity Times @charitytimes.bsky.social · Apr 22

The NCVO has warned that 2025 will be a tough year for many charities as they continue to tackle a "perfect storm" of “funding falling, costs increasing, and demand climbing”.

www.charitytimes.com/ct/Year-ahea...

‘Year ahead will be a squeeze for many’, warns NCVO

The NCVO has warned that 2025 will be a tough year for many charities as they continue to tackle a perfect storm of “funding falling, costs increasing, and demand climbing”.

www.charitytimes.com

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Winston's Wish @winstonswish.bsky.social · Apr 22

On Monday, our bereavement support team are running a free, live, online Q&A session on grief during exam season for 13-25s. A space for young people to hear directly from our team and ask questions.

Register for free now, only 19 spaces left > www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/grief-duri...

Grief during exam season - Winston's Wish Young People's live Q&A

A space for young people aged 13 to 25 to hear from a bereavement support worker and ask questions about grief during exam season.

www.eventbrite.co.uk

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Paul Gathercole @paulgathercole.bsky.social · Apr 22

Fantastic opportunity for an experienced / senior Children’s or TYA cancer nurse - Trustee role with @younglivesvscancer.bsky.social

Rachel Kirby-Rider @rachelkr.bsky.social · Apr 22

Are you a senior Children’s or TYA cancer nurse with significant experience leading services at PTC, Shared Care, Community, Cancer Network or Research setting? @younglivesvscancer.bsky.social is looking for a new Trustee with your expertise. www.younglivesvscancer.org.uk/support-us/g...

Join our Team Young Lives Board of Trustees

As a Trustee you will play a vital role in helping Young Lives vs Cancer to thrive so that failies do not face cancer alone.

www.younglivesvscancer.org.uk

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Woman's Trust @womanstrust.bsky.social · Apr 22

With conversations around #AI here in the UK, this article is a timely reminder of the potential pitfalls when assessing #vawg risks - there are so many variable factors and human behaviour isn't always so predictable.
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

Domestic violence: Spain police algorithm said Lina was at 'medium' risk. Then she was killed

Spanish police use an algorithm to assess the risk of repeat domestic violence. Does it work?

www.bbc.co.uk

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Paul Gathercole @paulgathercole.bsky.social · Apr 18

Charities facing a big financial squeeze in 2025 warns NCVO - compounding effect of the pandemic, inflation and cost of living crisis.

#charities

www.civilsociety.co.uk/news/chariti...

Charities to feel financial ‘big squeeze’ for year ahead, report finds

www.civilsociety.co.uk

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Joe Hanley @joehanley.bsky.social · Apr 15

Our research on coastal social work teams is ongoing. We are looking to speak to those involved in supporting this workforce in these communities, including:

- Social Work Educators
- Social Work Employers
- Community representatives

Please email [email protected]

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Paul Gathercole @paulgathercole.bsky.social · Apr 15

2/2 ecpat.org/terminology/

Terminology Guidelines - ECPAT

Terminology Matters:Second Edition of the Terminology Guidelines 📥 Download the Guidelines Whatit is The Second Edition of the Terminology Guidelines for the Protection of Children from Sexual Exploit...

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Paul Gathercole @paulgathercole.bsky.social · Apr 15

1/2 Changing the language and narrative about child pornography - briefing by the Lucy Faithful Foundation. Terminology guidelines below in 2/2

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