Matt White
@wattmhite.bsky.social
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Fleur Anderson and Simon Hogg want lorries here every morning instead of school kids on scooters, dogs and ebikes. Easy to demand such horrors be visited on us from miles away in Putney, but wild to me that *anyone* local would get behind such a dystopian vision
January 26, 2026 at 12:06 PM
Fleur Anderson and Simon Hogg want lorries here every morning instead of school kids on scooters, dogs and ebikes. Easy to demand such horrors be visited on us from miles away in Putney, but wild to me that *anyone* local would get behind such a dystopian vision
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My concerns about Gary Stevenson’s economics of wealth www.taxresearch.org.uk/Blog/2025/08...
Gary Stevenson's latest video has made it very clear that his economics is deeply neoliberal in its framing. You cannot build social justice on the basis of inappropriate economic framing, so this matters.
Gary Stevenson's latest video has made it very clear that his economics is deeply neoliberal in its framing. You cannot build social justice on the basis of inappropriate economic framing, so this matters.
My concerns about Gary Stevenson’s economics of wealth
In a recent video, Gary Stevenson said:
“Governments are running out of money, just like a person running down their savings.”
Gary Stevenson has become a significant critic of inequality in the UK t...
www.taxresearch.org.uk
August 7, 2025 at 6:27 AM
My concerns about Gary Stevenson’s economics of wealth www.taxresearch.org.uk/Blog/2025/08...
Gary Stevenson's latest video has made it very clear that his economics is deeply neoliberal in its framing. You cannot build social justice on the basis of inappropriate economic framing, so this matters.
Gary Stevenson's latest video has made it very clear that his economics is deeply neoliberal in its framing. You cannot build social justice on the basis of inappropriate economic framing, so this matters.
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Today the order banning #PalestineAction as "terrorists" came into effect. But they are not terrorists. They are protesters trying to stop a genocide. This is a "first they came for ..." situation. Unless we stand in solidarity against this assault on our freedom, they will pick us off one by one.
July 5, 2025 at 6:12 AM
Today the order banning #PalestineAction as "terrorists" came into effect. But they are not terrorists. They are protesters trying to stop a genocide. This is a "first they came for ..." situation. Unless we stand in solidarity against this assault on our freedom, they will pick us off one by one.
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The Clean Air Bill is returning to Parliament! With cross-party support, I will present #EllasLaw in July.
Named for Ella Kissi-Debrah, who died from asthma linked to air pollution, Ella's Law will make breathing clean air a human right. @ellarobertafdn.bsky.social
www.itv.com/news/2025-06...
Named for Ella Kissi-Debrah, who died from asthma linked to air pollution, Ella's Law will make breathing clean air a human right. @ellarobertafdn.bsky.social
www.itv.com/news/2025-06...
www.itv.com
June 18, 2025 at 10:36 AM
The Clean Air Bill is returning to Parliament! With cross-party support, I will present #EllasLaw in July.
Named for Ella Kissi-Debrah, who died from asthma linked to air pollution, Ella's Law will make breathing clean air a human right. @ellarobertafdn.bsky.social
www.itv.com/news/2025-06...
Named for Ella Kissi-Debrah, who died from asthma linked to air pollution, Ella's Law will make breathing clean air a human right. @ellarobertafdn.bsky.social
www.itv.com/news/2025-06...
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#WelfareNotWarfare
Protest organised by @dpacni.bsky.social
Monday 14th April 2025
1pm
protest against Hillary Benn MP Secretary of State
Erksine House 20-32 Chichester street, Belfast BT1 4GF
Protest organised by @dpacni.bsky.social
Monday 14th April 2025
1pm
protest against Hillary Benn MP Secretary of State
Erksine House 20-32 Chichester street, Belfast BT1 4GF
April 13, 2025 at 3:46 PM
#WelfareNotWarfare
Protest organised by @dpacni.bsky.social
Monday 14th April 2025
1pm
protest against Hillary Benn MP Secretary of State
Erksine House 20-32 Chichester street, Belfast BT1 4GF
Protest organised by @dpacni.bsky.social
Monday 14th April 2025
1pm
protest against Hillary Benn MP Secretary of State
Erksine House 20-32 Chichester street, Belfast BT1 4GF
So much envy
I've just been thinking about these - Bristol has funded changing non-junction lights to green immediately for pedestrians rather than making them wait for cars 1/4 of a mile away (which is what most towns and cities do). Well done to my Bristol Green colleagues like @cllremmaedwards.bsky.social
Also, how satisfying is the pre-timed Max?! getting a green man within a few seconds in order to cross busy Ashley Down Road!
April 9, 2025 at 9:36 AM
So much envy
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Facing a global downturn & potential economic slump any rumoured “reset” of Labour’s economic strategy must recognise that this is no time to be cutting the benefits to disabled people & the poorest when they will be the hardest hit in any recession. Halt the planned austerity measures.
April 5, 2025 at 8:51 PM
Facing a global downturn & potential economic slump any rumoured “reset” of Labour’s economic strategy must recognise that this is no time to be cutting the benefits to disabled people & the poorest when they will be the hardest hit in any recession. Halt the planned austerity measures.
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“If a car generates more potholes in our roads, takes up more parking space and poses more danger to pedestrians, cyclists and other car occupants compared with smaller vehicles, then it is only fair that its owner pays more for driving that vehicle.”
Via @theguardian.com
Via @theguardian.com
The Observer view on SUVs: they are too dangerous and too big, their drivers should be made to pay
If a car generates more potholes, takes up more space and poses more risk, it is only fair that its owner pays more
www.theguardian.com
April 6, 2025 at 7:55 AM
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We had our 2nd #TeslaTakedown event in Nottingham in UK.
This time over 30 people - talking with Tesla customers inc from California outraged what Trump & Musk are doing.
Fantastic street response. We continue to build international solidarity on this #HandsOff2025 day of protest.
This time over 30 people - talking with Tesla customers inc from California outraged what Trump & Musk are doing.
Fantastic street response. We continue to build international solidarity on this #HandsOff2025 day of protest.
April 5, 2025 at 1:00 PM
We had our 2nd #TeslaTakedown event in Nottingham in UK.
This time over 30 people - talking with Tesla customers inc from California outraged what Trump & Musk are doing.
Fantastic street response. We continue to build international solidarity on this #HandsOff2025 day of protest.
This time over 30 people - talking with Tesla customers inc from California outraged what Trump & Musk are doing.
Fantastic street response. We continue to build international solidarity on this #HandsOff2025 day of protest.
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I’m joining @trusselluk.bsky.social in calling on the government to rethink cruel & completely irresponsible proposed huge cuts to disabled people’s support when they are already three times more likely to face hunger.
This is how you can help
action.trussell.org.uk/disability-c...
This is how you can help
action.trussell.org.uk/disability-c...
March 31, 2025 at 5:45 AM
I’m joining @trusselluk.bsky.social in calling on the government to rethink cruel & completely irresponsible proposed huge cuts to disabled people’s support when they are already three times more likely to face hunger.
This is how you can help
action.trussell.org.uk/disability-c...
This is how you can help
action.trussell.org.uk/disability-c...
Yes but they they wouldn't get to be insanely cruel - and where's the fun in that?!
Labour’s tax plans fall short?
@richardjmurphy.bsky.social in his #TaxingWealthReport shows how 30 simple tax changes could raise £90bn a year—without hitting ordinary earners.
A fairer system is possible. 🔥💰 #TaxFairness #PublicServices
@richardjmurphy.bsky.social in his #TaxingWealthReport shows how 30 simple tax changes could raise £90bn a year—without hitting ordinary earners.
A fairer system is possible. 🔥💰 #TaxFairness #PublicServices
There are better ways for Rachel Reeves to find the money she needs
Richard Murphy’s proposals for simple, rapid tax reforms could easily raise the money Rachel Reeves needs, without penalising the poor
eastangliabylines.co.uk
March 30, 2025 at 10:07 AM
Yes but they they wouldn't get to be insanely cruel - and where's the fun in that?!
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Kidical Mass Norwich is back!
Sunday 4th May, 2pm in Chapelfield Gardens.
Kids of all ages welcome!
Sunday 4th May, 2pm in Chapelfield Gardens.
Kids of all ages welcome!
March 29, 2025 at 1:27 PM
Kidical Mass Norwich is back!
Sunday 4th May, 2pm in Chapelfield Gardens.
Kids of all ages welcome!
Sunday 4th May, 2pm in Chapelfield Gardens.
Kids of all ages welcome!
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The Colney Lane fiasco isn't going away.
@roadcc.bsky.social report on our latest video, which showcases the dangerous junction, and was branded "an 8-minute masterclass on all that is wrong about UK roundabout design" by @rantyhighwayman.bsky.social
road.cc/content/news...
@roadcc.bsky.social report on our latest video, which showcases the dangerous junction, and was branded "an 8-minute masterclass on all that is wrong about UK roundabout design" by @rantyhighwayman.bsky.social
road.cc/content/news...
“A textbook example of terrible highway design”: Council blasted after “serious downgrade” at popular roundabout leaves cyclists and pedestrians with no safe route to hospital
NHS workers had previously joined cyclists in slamming the changes aimed at encouraging “more and faster” motor traffic, with the council also accused of ignoring its own safety audit
road.cc
March 27, 2025 at 9:06 AM
The Colney Lane fiasco isn't going away.
@roadcc.bsky.social report on our latest video, which showcases the dangerous junction, and was branded "an 8-minute masterclass on all that is wrong about UK roundabout design" by @rantyhighwayman.bsky.social
road.cc/content/news...
@roadcc.bsky.social report on our latest video, which showcases the dangerous junction, and was branded "an 8-minute masterclass on all that is wrong about UK roundabout design" by @rantyhighwayman.bsky.social
road.cc/content/news...
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“I did not come into politics to inflict this on the most vulnerable people in our society, and I cannot vote for changes which will have this impact”
Connor Naismith Labour MP 👏
Connor Naismith Labour MP 👏
March 27, 2025 at 7:12 AM
“I did not come into politics to inflict this on the most vulnerable people in our society, and I cannot vote for changes which will have this impact”
Connor Naismith Labour MP 👏
Connor Naismith Labour MP 👏
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Reeves is right - the world has changed. So why won’t she change her strategy to reflect it? Obsession with arbitrary fiscal rules & ruling out wealth taxes is political choice that’s causing huge pain as well as laying out the welcome mat for populist Reform UK #SpringStatement
March 26, 2025 at 1:39 PM
Reeves is right - the world has changed. So why won’t she change her strategy to reflect it? Obsession with arbitrary fiscal rules & ruling out wealth taxes is political choice that’s causing huge pain as well as laying out the welcome mat for populist Reform UK #SpringStatement
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A suggestion for everyone who is now embarrassed to drive a Tesla: ride a bike. 🚲
March 23, 2025 at 5:51 PM
A suggestion for everyone who is now embarrassed to drive a Tesla: ride a bike. 🚲
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Oxfordshire CC just ran a Citizen’s Assembly on traffic. Key conclusions:
88% support for "Make the city centre car free"
82% support for "Introduce a graduated Work Place Parking Levy"
74% for "Implement a congestion charge in addition to the Zero Emission Zone."
88% support for "Make the city centre car free"
82% support for "Introduce a graduated Work Place Parking Levy"
74% for "Implement a congestion charge in addition to the Zero Emission Zone."
March 17, 2025 at 8:10 PM
Oxfordshire CC just ran a Citizen’s Assembly on traffic. Key conclusions:
88% support for "Make the city centre car free"
82% support for "Introduce a graduated Work Place Parking Levy"
74% for "Implement a congestion charge in addition to the Zero Emission Zone."
88% support for "Make the city centre car free"
82% support for "Introduce a graduated Work Place Parking Levy"
74% for "Implement a congestion charge in addition to the Zero Emission Zone."
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Our video nasty of the Colney Lane roundabout continues to make waves.
The story features in the latest #BikeIsBest newsletter, as @rantyhighwayman.bsky.social dubs the video “a masterclass on all that is wrong about UK roundabout design”.
www.bikeis.best/p/we-know-wh...
The story features in the latest #BikeIsBest newsletter, as @rantyhighwayman.bsky.social dubs the video “a masterclass on all that is wrong about UK roundabout design”.
www.bikeis.best/p/we-know-wh...
We know what works for cycling, #154
We just need to do more of the good stuff, less of the bad, please.
www.bikeis.best
March 12, 2025 at 9:14 PM
Our video nasty of the Colney Lane roundabout continues to make waves.
The story features in the latest #BikeIsBest newsletter, as @rantyhighwayman.bsky.social dubs the video “a masterclass on all that is wrong about UK roundabout design”.
www.bikeis.best/p/we-know-wh...
The story features in the latest #BikeIsBest newsletter, as @rantyhighwayman.bsky.social dubs the video “a masterclass on all that is wrong about UK roundabout design”.
www.bikeis.best/p/we-know-wh...
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Good afternoon to nearly everyone! This is another absolute BANGER of a campaign from the wonderful folks at @cleancitiescampaign.org cleancitiescampaign.org/carspreading/
Carspreading: When big cars make our cities smaller.
Cars are getting bigger – about 1cm wider every two years. The only thing is, our streets aren’t.
cleancitiescampaign.org
February 12, 2025 at 4:03 PM
Good afternoon to nearly everyone! This is another absolute BANGER of a campaign from the wonderful folks at @cleancitiescampaign.org cleancitiescampaign.org/carspreading/
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🚨 People of Norwich! Ad company Wildstone want to install a huge 40' wide digital billboard in our pedestrianised historic city centre.
Please get your objections in to this gargantuan slice of dystopia 🙏 - our city is better than this!
@adfreecities.bsky.social
docs.google.com/document/d/1...
Please get your objections in to this gargantuan slice of dystopia 🙏 - our city is better than this!
@adfreecities.bsky.social
docs.google.com/document/d/1...
24/01483/A | Object to Digital Screen on Haymarket
Help stop huge new digital advertising screen on Haymarket Wildstone are hoping to install a huge digital advertising screen above Mountain Warehouse, on Haymarket. View full application (or sear...
docs.google.com
January 5, 2025 at 12:00 PM
🚨 People of Norwich! Ad company Wildstone want to install a huge 40' wide digital billboard in our pedestrianised historic city centre.
Please get your objections in to this gargantuan slice of dystopia 🙏 - our city is better than this!
@adfreecities.bsky.social
docs.google.com/document/d/1...
Please get your objections in to this gargantuan slice of dystopia 🙏 - our city is better than this!
@adfreecities.bsky.social
docs.google.com/document/d/1...
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Well done Sheffield for building the UK's second Dutch-style roundabout (after Cambridge).
Hopefully there'll be many more to come!
Hopefully there'll be many more to come!
The ‘Dutch’ roundabout on West Bar had an official opening today
It looks a seamless operation - people are getting how it works and could potentially be quite the success
#Sheffield
It looks a seamless operation - people are getting how it works and could potentially be quite the success
#Sheffield
December 9, 2024 at 4:00 PM
Well done Sheffield for building the UK's second Dutch-style roundabout (after Cambridge).
Hopefully there'll be many more to come!
Hopefully there'll be many more to come!
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This is Roompot Gulpen, a holiday park in Limburg, Netherlands.
It's a modern Hobbiton.
It's also quite dense, with 85 dwellings on a small footprint.
The car park is located the bottom, making the whole development human friendly.
It's light years ahead of the housing we build in the U.K.
It's a modern Hobbiton.
It's also quite dense, with 85 dwellings on a small footprint.
The car park is located the bottom, making the whole development human friendly.
It's light years ahead of the housing we build in the U.K.
December 9, 2024 at 4:53 PM
This is Roompot Gulpen, a holiday park in Limburg, Netherlands.
It's a modern Hobbiton.
It's also quite dense, with 85 dwellings on a small footprint.
The car park is located the bottom, making the whole development human friendly.
It's light years ahead of the housing we build in the U.K.
It's a modern Hobbiton.
It's also quite dense, with 85 dwellings on a small footprint.
The car park is located the bottom, making the whole development human friendly.
It's light years ahead of the housing we build in the U.K.
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Mandatory speed limiters; 100% 20mph zones on Local Road Transport Network roads; life driving bans for those convicted of dangerous driving; heavy custodial sentences for those who flout bans; 100% Low Traffic Neighbourhood coverage of residential areas; 100% School Streets.
Nothing else will do.
Nothing else will do.
December 2, 2024 at 10:00 AM
Mandatory speed limiters; 100% 20mph zones on Local Road Transport Network roads; life driving bans for those convicted of dangerous driving; heavy custodial sentences for those who flout bans; 100% Low Traffic Neighbourhood coverage of residential areas; 100% School Streets.
Nothing else will do.
Nothing else will do.