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I’m watching parliament’s women and equalities committee grill Baroness Falkner and the EHRC so you don’t have to, follow along with this thread for a summary of what’s said

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Latest This is the latest video from the Trans Exile Network, it is a very short speech (7 mins) which I made to the national GMB Union Annual Congress on 9th June 2025, yesterday as I post this. youtu.be/6LCWFzf4vRs

submitted 15 days ago • 11 comments

#NoSleepForICE #ICEOutOfLA - Hilton Garden Inn in #Arcadia

submitted 14 days ago • 26 comments

by framing peaceful protests as only those protests that do not destroy or damage property the state/media/ideological apparatus(es) designate property as that which must be protected and citizens as those who can be subjected to violence in order to protect property

submitted 15 days ago • 1 comment

We've written a blog post full of steps everyone can take, right now, to support trans people following the Supreme Court ruling and the EHRC interim guidance. Thanks especially to @hagenilda.bsky.social for all her work on it! 🏳️‍⚧️ open.substack.com/pub/ucucommo...

submitted 57 days ago • 2 comments

In solidarity with the principles of trade unions, I will not be crossing a picket line this Friday, and I will therefore not be attending NEC as representative for the Midlands. I urge UCU to work with Unite UCU to establish positive actions for resolution of this dispute.

submitted 57 days ago • 0 comments

Auditors have raised serious concerns about Coventry University's financial future, putting hundreds of jobs at risk. UCU is calling for urgent transparency. Staff and students deserve clarity now. bit.ly/44m741F

submitted 72 days ago • 0 comments

Hey, did you know there's an alternative to ChatGPT that makes sense economically and doesn't destroy the environment? It's called English majors and they will happily fix all of your documents for the low price of health insurance and a living wage.

submitted 72 days ago • 65 comments

Solidarity with Nottingham University UCU as job cuts are announced. They must be really missing their brilliant Agnes Flues too, more than usual.

submitted 77 days ago • 0 comments

Me again on another dimension of the UK universities crisis. This time I'm thinking about the huge risks to national security and government ability that it represents, and not in the ways you might think either.

submitted 82 days ago • 4 comments

Seriously sprained my elbow a couple of weeks back, and it's still recovering. Going to the Skunk Anansie gig last night at Rock City didn't help, but I didn't care because it was absolutely epic and painkillers are wonderful things! Today, though? Today I have painful regrets in my right arm.

submitted 82 days ago • 0 comments

On today, trans day of visibility, as on every other day I stand and shout that trans rights are human rights. Solidarity, love and support for all trans colleagues and friends who face utter bullshit every day for just existing.

submitted 86 days ago • 0 comments

For #UCU migrant members: UCU Migrant Members' Standing Committee is running a vital survey to gather member experiences of institutional support for visa-related expenses. The survey link is here: yoursay.ucu.org.uk/s3/Migrant-s... Deadline for responses is Friday 11th April.

submitted 91 days ago • 0 comments

My thruppence on the current crisis across the UK university sector: THREE cheap easy wins that the government could implement to solve the short term issue, thereby helping us discuss the long term ones. tacity.co.uk/2025/03/26/t...

submitted 91 days ago • 3 comments

Shout out to our UCU colleagues across the Midlands + the UK, esp Coventry University UCU for their Alternative Open Day this Sat (15/3/25). Coventry is just one of many UKHE institutions whose VC is pushing redundancies + reductions of terms and conditions for staff.

submitted 104 days ago • 1 comment

Sounds worrying - despite the presence of copious water, as the old COSHH sheets call it, fire on ships (especially ships carrying very flammable stuff) is a very dim prospect indeed. www.bbc.co.uk/news/live/cg...

submitted 107 days ago • 19 comments

Stunning new visualization of global temperatures since 1940, from @hausfath.bsky.social www.theclimatebrink.com/p/visualizin...

submitted 112 days ago • 4 comments

NEW: The Trump admin has informed NOAA that two buildings that are critical for weather forecasting will have their leases canceled. If this comes to pass, it's a really big deal. Includes weather fcst nerve center in College Park, Md.: www.axios.com/2025/03/03/d...

submitted 114 days ago • 148 comments

The sad thing is that email and admin have taken over academic life so much that many of us have to squeeze in the poisoning of minds on evenings and weekends.

submitted 128 days ago • 15 comments

Quite an exchange here between Judge Reyes and DOJ attorney on how "pronoun usage" affects military readiness.

submitted 127 days ago • 610 comments

“Many say that while they still love their work — and particularly working with students — they don’t know how long they can maintain their current pace. ‘Most of us are working seven days a week just to keep up… That’s not sustainable at all.’”

submitted 127 days ago • 6 comments

Vitally important that people vote in the UCU elections - to reclaim our union and for a union that is member-led and seeks to listen to - and not educate - its members. #UCUelections #CampusTradeUnions www.timeshighereducation.com/opinion/stri...

submitted 138 days ago • 0 comments

This is huge. My petition got approved. It challenges the UK government to the lift the Puberty Blocker ban on the grounds that it contradicts article 8 of The United Nations Convention On The Rights Of The Child. Please sign and Repost ✊️🏳️‍⚧️ petition.parliament.uk/petitions/70...

submitted 140 days ago • 59 comments

I'm voting for @dyfrigjones.bsky.social as UCU Vice President. I think he has a convincing plan to make our union function again, so it can do the crucial work of stopping the constant rounds of redundancies. You can read more about his campaign here: dyfrigjones.com/about

submitted 145 days ago • 3 comments

The news out of Cardiff University today - 400 jobs at risk - should be a massive wake-up call for UCU. It’s utter nonsense us to be balloting on pay when so many members across the UK are at risk of redundancy. It’s a distraction, a waste of union resources, and makes us look entirely unserious.

submitted 148 days ago • 4 comments

Today is ballot drop day for UCU NEC elections! The decisions of NEC, HEC and FEC can make or break our union and our action, so please VOTE. I am running for the LGBT+ rep seat in HE alongside other incredible UCU Commons candidates. You can view our statements here: ucucommons.org/nec25/

submitted 149 days ago • 0 comments

Fantastic job by Coventry Sea Cadets drill squad at the weekend, smashing out a 3rd place in Warwickshire. Smart, disciplined, teamwork all the way, and a cracking vibe across the whole squad. These guys earned it. What other young people could put on a show like this? #seacadets

submitted 155 days ago • 0 comments

If you fail to raise an IT ticket after being asked to instead of poking your head in the office door, and then complain that your issue isn't being dealt with, you deserve the special hell reserved for people who talk in the cinema and put after eight wrappers back in the box.

submitted 162 days ago • 2 comments

Have you ever wondered what those lines, symbols, and colours on a weather chart really mean? 🌍 In this video, we dive into the fascinating world of synoptic weather charts, revealing the science behind isobars, pressure systems, weather fronts, and more! 👇 www.youtube.com/watch?v=RVBh...

submitted 163 days ago • 0 comments

First Arma3 mission of 2025 back in CheltNam. I love gaming with the Tactical Distractions guys and girls, because it's genuinely about the teamwork. The medic, the RO, the engineer, and even I as the combat photographer each has a unique role to play to defeat the enemy and tell a story.

submitted 173 days ago • 0 comments

OF COURSE THERE HAS TO BE A STUDENT NUMBERS CAP PER UNIVERSITY, EVERY SINGLE PERSON IN THE SECTOR KNOWS THIS FOR GOD'S SAKE ARG 😡 www.thetimes.com/article/e569...

submitted 173 days ago • 1 comment

Safe, orderly routes is the only thing that will "stop the boats" and save lives #RefugeesWelcome www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2025...

submitted 174 days ago • 8 comments

Lang may yer lums reek!

submitted 175 days ago • 0 comments

hey just in case you forgot: progress doesn’t have to be seen, celebrated or validated by others to be real

submitted 179 days ago • 7 comments

Dec 24, and I know it's a rough time of year for many. No matter how much I may disagree with you on one thing or another, how much you think I'm a damn idiot or worse, please remember that the world is better with you in it. If you're struggling: 116 123 is the Samaritans. Be alive for 2025.

submitted 183 days ago • 0 comments

This holiday can be stressful and painful for many. If you are feeling overwhelmed this season, please contact a helpline. the world is better with you in it. National Suicide Prevention Hotline UK: 0800 689 5652 US: 1-800-273-8255 Canada: 1.833.456.4566

submitted 186 days ago • 4 comments

when I was a kid I heard another kid arguing about why he had to do service for others in the gurudwara and his parent was like "if you won't help others what is the point of you" and I've never forgotten that line.

submitted 186 days ago • 111 comments

Raising a glass to all those in HE being made redundant this Xmas. Know that this is not your fault. UK HE is being reshaped according to what international students want to study. You qre talented. You are genius. You will go on to accomplish great things. 🥂🍾✊

submitted 186 days ago • 0 comments

🚨Our report from last Thursday's Special HEC, when the motion calling for an immediate industrial action ballot was passed. You can read about all the ins and outs of the meeting here: ucucommons.org/2024/12/20/s...

submitted 187 days ago • 1 comment