Tracey Elliott
@traceyelliott.bsky.social
Concerned global citizen and science activist
My MP - Liam Conlon - hasn’t signed yet. Time for another prod.
A Government report last week highlighted that ecosystem collapse threatens our economy, our food and our national security.
Has your MP signed the Parliamentary Call for a prime-time televised emergency briefing on the #climate and #nature crisis yet?
People have a right to know
#NEB2025
Has your MP signed the Parliamentary Call for a prime-time televised emergency briefing on the #climate and #nature crisis yet?
People have a right to know
#NEB2025
Check here to see if your MP has signed
For MPs and Peers to express support for briefing the nation on the threats from climate & nature breakdown to the UK’s security, food supply, health and economy.
www.nebriefing.org
January 28, 2026 at 7:01 PM
My MP - Liam Conlon - hasn’t signed yet. Time for another prod.
The LAST thing we need is the Labour Party infighting and the government being distracted from vital agendas. Instead, we need the left and liberals to focus their energies on working together to head off the very real threat of the far right. Please focus! www.theguardian.com/politics/202...
‘Huge mistake’: Labour in turmoil as Burnham blocked from byelection race
Allies of Greater Manchester mayor say No 10 has ‘chosen factionalism’ as decision leads to a furious backlash
www.theguardian.com
January 26, 2026 at 1:35 PM
The LAST thing we need is the Labour Party infighting and the government being distracted from vital agendas. Instead, we need the left and liberals to focus their energies on working together to head off the very real threat of the far right. Please focus! www.theguardian.com/politics/202...
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This thread responds to Prof. Christian Dunn’s Telegraph piece on #climate communication.
I argue it misdiagnoses public disengagement, underplays escalating scientific risk, & reproduces a media narrative that has actively shaped, not merely reflected, public resistance to climate action 🧵
I argue it misdiagnoses public disengagement, underplays escalating scientific risk, & reproduces a media narrative that has actively shaped, not merely reflected, public resistance to climate action 🧵
January 13, 2026 at 8:58 AM
This thread responds to Prof. Christian Dunn’s Telegraph piece on #climate communication.
I argue it misdiagnoses public disengagement, underplays escalating scientific risk, & reproduces a media narrative that has actively shaped, not merely reflected, public resistance to climate action 🧵
I argue it misdiagnoses public disengagement, underplays escalating scientific risk, & reproduces a media narrative that has actively shaped, not merely reflected, public resistance to climate action 🧵
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Professor of Biodiversity Nathalie Seddon @biology.ox.ac.uk says only 7% of our forests are healthy, and depleted marshes and soils put over 5 million homes at risk of flooding.
@wwf.org.uk showed over half of voters think the gov is not doing enough to protect nature.
@wwf.org.uk showed over half of voters think the gov is not doing enough to protect nature.
November 27, 2025 at 11:15 AM
Professor of Biodiversity Nathalie Seddon @biology.ox.ac.uk says only 7% of our forests are healthy, and depleted marshes and soils put over 5 million homes at risk of flooding.
@wwf.org.uk showed over half of voters think the gov is not doing enough to protect nature.
@wwf.org.uk showed over half of voters think the gov is not doing enough to protect nature.
Some really positive news, demonstrating why green investment should be urgently reframed, from costly environmental subsidy to high-return national investment. Tories and Reform, please note.
www.theguardian.com/environment/...
www.theguardian.com/environment/...
Wind power has cut £104bn from UK energy costs since 2010, study finds
Reduction comes from energy generated from windfarms and lower cost of gas owing to lower demand
www.theguardian.com
October 29, 2025 at 7:46 AM
Some really positive news, demonstrating why green investment should be urgently reframed, from costly environmental subsidy to high-return national investment. Tories and Reform, please note.
www.theguardian.com/environment/...
www.theguardian.com/environment/...
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“I urge all policymakers to attend.” Prof Michael Mann👇
Please enter your postcode here www.nebriefing.org to check if your MP has confirmed for the National Emergency Briefing on 27 Nov, and email them if not.
Understanding the threats & solutions is the first step to protecting the public.
Please enter your postcode here www.nebriefing.org to check if your MP has confirmed for the National Emergency Briefing on 27 Nov, and email them if not.
Understanding the threats & solutions is the first step to protecting the public.
I urge all policymakers to attend this vital briefing on the climate & nature crisis, which brings the latest science from leading experts straight to the people in power. I’d like to see one in every country, & the organizers are open to sharing the model. More info: www.nebriefing.org
National Emergency Briefing on climate & nature
An unfiltered assessment of the latest threats arising from the climate & nature crisis to an invite-only audience. Westminster Central Hall, 27 November. Has your MP confirmed yet?
www.nebriefing.org
September 14, 2025 at 9:08 AM
“I urge all policymakers to attend.” Prof Michael Mann👇
Please enter your postcode here www.nebriefing.org to check if your MP has confirmed for the National Emergency Briefing on 27 Nov, and email them if not.
Understanding the threats & solutions is the first step to protecting the public.
Please enter your postcode here www.nebriefing.org to check if your MP has confirmed for the National Emergency Briefing on 27 Nov, and email them if not.
Understanding the threats & solutions is the first step to protecting the public.
My blog for the UK’s Foundation for Science and Technology. Hoping it will generate urgent debate on the role of scientists in responsible science advocacy and activism. The world needs us right now.
www.foundation.org.uk/Blog/2025/Fr...
www.foundation.org.uk/Blog/2025/Fr...
FST Blog - FST
www.foundation.org.uk
October 11, 2025 at 4:45 PM
My blog for the UK’s Foundation for Science and Technology. Hoping it will generate urgent debate on the role of scientists in responsible science advocacy and activism. The world needs us right now.
www.foundation.org.uk/Blog/2025/Fr...
www.foundation.org.uk/Blog/2025/Fr...
Good to read, but Starmer must also build a *national* coalition of liberal/centrist/left-leaning parties to work together to counter the right-wing swing. And fast.
www.theguardian.com/politics/202...
www.theguardian.com/politics/202...
Keir Starmer to launch progressive fightback against ‘decline and division’ fuelled by far right
Prime minister expected to warn UK is ‘at a crossroads’ as he sets out plan to counter Nigel Farage and Reform
www.theguardian.com
September 23, 2025 at 12:17 PM
Good to read, but Starmer must also build a *national* coalition of liberal/centrist/left-leaning parties to work together to counter the right-wing swing. And fast.
www.theguardian.com/politics/202...
www.theguardian.com/politics/202...
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The age of warnings is over.
The climate and nature crisis is already here, threatening our food, health and national security.
On 27 Nov, top UK experts deliver the official briefing our leaders urgently need. Make sure your MP attends❗️
#TimeToStepUp
www.nebriefing.org
The climate and nature crisis is already here, threatening our food, health and national security.
On 27 Nov, top UK experts deliver the official briefing our leaders urgently need. Make sure your MP attends❗️
#TimeToStepUp
www.nebriefing.org
September 9, 2025 at 11:23 AM
The age of warnings is over.
The climate and nature crisis is already here, threatening our food, health and national security.
On 27 Nov, top UK experts deliver the official briefing our leaders urgently need. Make sure your MP attends❗️
#TimeToStepUp
www.nebriefing.org
The climate and nature crisis is already here, threatening our food, health and national security.
On 27 Nov, top UK experts deliver the official briefing our leaders urgently need. Make sure your MP attends❗️
#TimeToStepUp
www.nebriefing.org
Tories pledge to get all oil and gas out of North Sea
I despair.
I despair.
August 31, 2025 at 7:10 AM
Tories pledge to get all oil and gas out of North Sea
I despair.
I despair.
Enough. Please sign and share to help end this abominable practice. only.one/act/bottom-t...
Urge the EU Commission to End Destructive Fishing in Protected Waters
Destructive bottom trawling is rampant in Europe’s marine protected areas. The European Union (EU) seabeds are the most trawled in the world, causing damage to vital ecosystems that lasts generations....
only.one
August 23, 2025 at 3:49 PM
Enough. Please sign and share to help end this abominable practice. only.one/act/bottom-t...
Congratulations to the Lionesses! They are wonderful ambassadors for women & girls’ football, LGBTQ+ issues, & social justice generally.
A great quote from Leah Williamson: “I’m uncomfortable with the way the word activism is used, because I think it’s just how normal people should behave.”
A great quote from Leah Williamson: “I’m uncomfortable with the way the word activism is used, because I think it’s just how normal people should behave.”
July 28, 2025 at 7:37 AM
Congratulations to the Lionesses! They are wonderful ambassadors for women & girls’ football, LGBTQ+ issues, & social justice generally.
A great quote from Leah Williamson: “I’m uncomfortable with the way the word activism is used, because I think it’s just how normal people should behave.”
A great quote from Leah Williamson: “I’m uncomfortable with the way the word activism is used, because I think it’s just how normal people should behave.”
Managing climate risk without mitigating climate risk is like giving fire safety training to an arsonist. The climate crisis is a financial crisis. @scientistsforxr.earth @clivecookson.bsky.social @financialtimes.com @mikepeeljourno.bsky.social @sciencetopolitics.bsky.social
BREAKING: Scientists are occupying the Prudential Regulation Authority (PRA) in London. They are demanding capital requirements for fossil fuels to urgently address climate breakdown.
🧵1/10
🧵1/10
July 23, 2025 at 3:31 PM
Managing climate risk without mitigating climate risk is like giving fire safety training to an arsonist. The climate crisis is a financial crisis. @scientistsforxr.earth @clivecookson.bsky.social @financialtimes.com @mikepeeljourno.bsky.social @sciencetopolitics.bsky.social
“Too many people in power or with platforms have not yet understood that we’re in a war of language – and a war of the truth – about the climate. And too few of us are actively standing in the way of that.”
Lobby your MP. Show your concern, your anger, your fear. Now. @scientistsforxr.earth
Lobby your MP. Show your concern, your anger, your fear. Now. @scientistsforxr.earth
‘A war of the truth’: Europe’s heatwaves are failing to spur support for climate action
Voters may feel hotter summers are ‘too much’ but they appear to tolerate roll-back of policies to stop global heating
www.theguardian.com
July 5, 2025 at 8:23 AM
“Too many people in power or with platforms have not yet understood that we’re in a war of language – and a war of the truth – about the climate. And too few of us are actively standing in the way of that.”
Lobby your MP. Show your concern, your anger, your fear. Now. @scientistsforxr.earth
Lobby your MP. Show your concern, your anger, your fear. Now. @scientistsforxr.earth
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46C is not 'the new normal', because we are continuing to make the problem worse
Unless we stop burning fossil fuels and destroying nature, it is just a brief stage on a rapid descent to something far more hellish
Unless we stop burning fossil fuels and destroying nature, it is just a brief stage on a rapid descent to something far more hellish
Spain records highs of 46C and France under alert as Europe swelters in heatwave
- Extreme heat ‘the new normal’, says UN chief, as authorities across the continent issue health warnings
#climatecrisis
www.theguardian.com/environment/...
- Extreme heat ‘the new normal’, says UN chief, as authorities across the continent issue health warnings
#climatecrisis
www.theguardian.com/environment/...
Spain records highs of 46C and France under alert as Europe swelters in heatwave
Extreme heat ‘the new normal’, says UN chief, as authorities across the continent issue health warnings
www.theguardian.com
July 1, 2025 at 9:48 AM
46C is not 'the new normal', because we are continuing to make the problem worse
Unless we stop burning fossil fuels and destroying nature, it is just a brief stage on a rapid descent to something far more hellish
Unless we stop burning fossil fuels and destroying nature, it is just a brief stage on a rapid descent to something far more hellish
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Thank you to Cambridge Independent @cambridgeindy.bsky.social for publishing a smashing piece about our action to Bring Science to Politics
Science is political.
For those who believe it isn't, just ask the scientists in the USA now.
Science is political.
For those who believe it isn't, just ask the scientists in the USA now.
May 28, 2025 at 2:16 PM
Thank you to Cambridge Independent @cambridgeindy.bsky.social for publishing a smashing piece about our action to Bring Science to Politics
Science is political.
For those who believe it isn't, just ask the scientists in the USA now.
Science is political.
For those who believe it isn't, just ask the scientists in the USA now.
I've signed an open letter calling on the PM to give more time to the #CANBill debate—and deliver the #REALChange we so urgently need: action for a greener, healthier, happier future—where people & nature can survive and thrive. Please add your name: action.zerohour.uk @zerohour_uk
Climate and Nature Bill Campaign
Take action to support the Climate and Nature Bill
action.zerohour.uk
May 27, 2025 at 10:50 AM
I've signed an open letter calling on the PM to give more time to the #CANBill debate—and deliver the #REALChange we so urgently need: action for a greener, healthier, happier future—where people & nature can survive and thrive. Please add your name: action.zerohour.uk @zerohour_uk
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Earlier this month ~200 scientists gathered to #BringScienceToPolitics.
Hear why @chrisgpackham.bsky.social joined us.
Part of the "increasing number of scientists realising that the job isn't done once the paper is published"? Follow us and help push for the evidence-informed policy we all need.
Hear why @chrisgpackham.bsky.social joined us.
Part of the "increasing number of scientists realising that the job isn't done once the paper is published"? Follow us and help push for the evidence-informed policy we all need.
May 27, 2025 at 9:33 AM
Earlier this month ~200 scientists gathered to #BringScienceToPolitics.
Hear why @chrisgpackham.bsky.social joined us.
Part of the "increasing number of scientists realising that the job isn't done once the paper is published"? Follow us and help push for the evidence-informed policy we all need.
Hear why @chrisgpackham.bsky.social joined us.
Part of the "increasing number of scientists realising that the job isn't done once the paper is published"? Follow us and help push for the evidence-informed policy we all need.
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Isn’t it appalling that leading experts like professors @paulbehrens.bsky.social & @mikebernerslee.bsky.social find it next to impossible to get access to Gov ministers, whilst fossil fuel lobbyists meet with them every day👇. Our system is broken.
Ministers generally meet once a day with fossil interests. Imagine the urgency & honesty if some were with scientists instead
I joined @sciencetopolitics.bsky.social yesterday with @chrisgpackham.bsky.social @mikebernerslee.bsky.social @sioldridge.bsky.social & fellow scientists. Join us next time!
I joined @sciencetopolitics.bsky.social yesterday with @chrisgpackham.bsky.social @mikebernerslee.bsky.social @sioldridge.bsky.social & fellow scientists. Join us next time!
@mikebernerslee.bsky.social
UK scientists stage historic climate protest at parliament
Net Zero matters a great deal
yorkshirebylines.co.uk/news/environ...
UK scientists stage historic climate protest at parliament
Net Zero matters a great deal
yorkshirebylines.co.uk/news/environ...
May 14, 2025 at 5:10 PM
Isn’t it appalling that leading experts like professors @paulbehrens.bsky.social & @mikebernerslee.bsky.social find it next to impossible to get access to Gov ministers, whilst fossil fuel lobbyists meet with them every day👇. Our system is broken.
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See you there?
Bring Science to Politics - for Climate, Nature & Our Survival
@sciencetopolitics.bsky.social
· May 9
Are you a scientist? Want evidence-based policies, for climate, Nature and, ultimately, survival?
Then join 150+ including @mikebernerslee.bsky.social to "Bring Science to Politics" on Tuesday
⁉️ Info: tinyurl.com/Scientists2025
🥼 Make sure you sign up for full details: tinyurl.com/SciParl25
Then join 150+ including @mikebernerslee.bsky.social to "Bring Science to Politics" on Tuesday
⁉️ Info: tinyurl.com/Scientists2025
🥼 Make sure you sign up for full details: tinyurl.com/SciParl25
May 9, 2025 at 5:47 PM
See you there?
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ONE WEEK TO GO!
Bring Science to Politics
🥼 JOIN US 🥼
Noon Tue May 13
Parliament Square
⁉️ Find out more: tinyurl.com/Scientists2025
🥼 Pledge to join: tinyurl.com/SciParl25
#ScientistsOnSurvival
#ActOnFacts
Bring Science to Politics
🥼 JOIN US 🥼
Noon Tue May 13
Parliament Square
⁉️ Find out more: tinyurl.com/Scientists2025
🥼 Pledge to join: tinyurl.com/SciParl25
#ScientistsOnSurvival
#ActOnFacts
May 6, 2025 at 7:55 AM
ONE WEEK TO GO!
Bring Science to Politics
🥼 JOIN US 🥼
Noon Tue May 13
Parliament Square
⁉️ Find out more: tinyurl.com/Scientists2025
🥼 Pledge to join: tinyurl.com/SciParl25
#ScientistsOnSurvival
#ActOnFacts
Bring Science to Politics
🥼 JOIN US 🥼
Noon Tue May 13
Parliament Square
⁉️ Find out more: tinyurl.com/Scientists2025
🥼 Pledge to join: tinyurl.com/SciParl25
#ScientistsOnSurvival
#ActOnFacts
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How do astronomers organise a rally at parliament?
They planet
🥼 JOIN US 🥼
Tue May 13
Parliament Square
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🥼 Pledge to join: tinyurl.com/SciParl25
@daraobriain.bsky.social
@hannahritchie.bsky.social
@davegoulson.bsky.social
@kevinclimate.bsky.social
They planet
🥼 JOIN US 🥼
Tue May 13
Parliament Square
⁉️ Find out more: tinyurl.com/Scientists2025
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@daraobriain.bsky.social
@hannahritchie.bsky.social
@davegoulson.bsky.social
@kevinclimate.bsky.social
April 30, 2025 at 5:56 AM
How do astronomers organise a rally at parliament?
They planet
🥼 JOIN US 🥼
Tue May 13
Parliament Square
⁉️ Find out more: tinyurl.com/Scientists2025
🥼 Pledge to join: tinyurl.com/SciParl25
@daraobriain.bsky.social
@hannahritchie.bsky.social
@davegoulson.bsky.social
@kevinclimate.bsky.social
They planet
🥼 JOIN US 🥼
Tue May 13
Parliament Square
⁉️ Find out more: tinyurl.com/Scientists2025
🥼 Pledge to join: tinyurl.com/SciParl25
@daraobriain.bsky.social
@hannahritchie.bsky.social
@davegoulson.bsky.social
@kevinclimate.bsky.social
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🌡️ As the Climate & Nature Emergency escalates, we desperately need our government to be informed by, and to act on, science! So scientists we invite YOU to join @chrisgpackham.bsky.social and over 100 others on May 13!
⁉️ Info: tinyurl.com/Scientists2025
🥼 Join: tinyurl.com/SciParl25
⁉️ Info: tinyurl.com/Scientists2025
🥼 Join: tinyurl.com/SciParl25
April 28, 2025 at 3:30 PM
🌡️ As the Climate & Nature Emergency escalates, we desperately need our government to be informed by, and to act on, science! So scientists we invite YOU to join @chrisgpackham.bsky.social and over 100 others on May 13!
⁉️ Info: tinyurl.com/Scientists2025
🥼 Join: tinyurl.com/SciParl25
⁉️ Info: tinyurl.com/Scientists2025
🥼 Join: tinyurl.com/SciParl25
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We don’t need to throw soup, block a motorway or spray orange paint 🛣️
But we do need to move away from our desks & labs 💻
Take our science to the seat of power; peacefully yet powerfully 🪧
ℹ️ Join other scientists who also feel the need for action in academia: 👉 tinyurl.com/Scientists2025 👈
But we do need to move away from our desks & labs 💻
Take our science to the seat of power; peacefully yet powerfully 🪧
ℹ️ Join other scientists who also feel the need for action in academia: 👉 tinyurl.com/Scientists2025 👈
Scientists @ Parliament 13 May 2025: Key info & FAQs for partipants
🥼📹 Click here to watch your invitation from Chris Packham 📹🥼 IMPORTANT! 🚨 All activities focus on peaceful, constructive engagement acting within UK law. More on this here. 🥼 We need as many people ...
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April 27, 2025 at 10:38 AM
We don’t need to throw soup, block a motorway or spray orange paint 🛣️
But we do need to move away from our desks & labs 💻
Take our science to the seat of power; peacefully yet powerfully 🪧
ℹ️ Join other scientists who also feel the need for action in academia: 👉 tinyurl.com/Scientists2025 👈
But we do need to move away from our desks & labs 💻
Take our science to the seat of power; peacefully yet powerfully 🪧
ℹ️ Join other scientists who also feel the need for action in academia: 👉 tinyurl.com/Scientists2025 👈