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plw18.bsky.social
Cyclist #bikesky, vegetarian, educator, sourdough lover. Currently working for a social mobility charity. Past jobs: Systems Analyst, Swimming Development Officer (Leeds CC), Senior leader, Economics teacher. Proud mum of two Oxford 1st class graduates!
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Beautiful day! ☀️☀️ 🚴‍♀️🚴‍♀️ #bikesky Chilly first thing though! #almscliffecrag #kirbyoverblow Lovely stop at a monthly church coffee morning; and which local cycling star was there? Lizzie Deignan!!

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Leeds taxi boat on today's ride! #bikesky #leeds

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Time Trial Day. 🚴‍♀️ #bikesky Not a bad effort today. 30.53 for 10 miles.

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Repost & like, if you stand with President Zelensky!

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🔔Leeds Asylum Seekers' Support Network is seeking a volunteer to analyse its donor giving patterns and help to improve its fundraising efforts. Find out more and sign up to volunteer here 👇 www.probonoeconomics.com/volunteer-for-leeds-asylum-seekers-support-network-lassn

submitted 8 days ago • 1 comment

Doing gymnastics in the garden!

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My favourite local cycle spot today. #surpriseview #otleychevin 🚴‍♀️

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It might be a lot warmer out today, but it's very muddy and wet! #bikesky

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On my bike too....

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What should the Government do to tackle child poverty? Join us next Wednesday to discuss with Carey Oppenheim, @aaronreeves.bsky.social, @alexclegg.bsky.social & @mikebrewerecon.bsky.social Register here 👉 https://buff.ly/41g9wF8

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Please support the campaign for Presumed Liability which shifts the burden of proof to the insurance company in a collision, and is intended to compensate vulnerable road users more quickly and effectively petition.parliament.uk/petitions/70... @londonclarioncc.bsky.social

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www.theguardian.com/world/2025/f.... Excellent, and not really a surprise. It's a pity the UK can't follow suit.

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Air pollution has dropped significantly in #Paris in the last 15 years as a result of a deliberate strategy. Mayor @annehidalgo.bsky.social’s leadership has traded car space for green space, safe bike space, kid space.. and traded pollution for people. Good trade.

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Chilly ride this morning 🥶🥶 Some very nice looking Easter treats in Betty's window in Ilkley!! #bikesky

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I hope she can find a good coach that she can keep!!

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Feeling proud of my mum today. She helped so many young people throughout her life. xx

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Mum's funeral was today. Hope she would have enjoyed the send-off. ♥️

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If, for example, the Chinese state did half of what Musk and Trump are doing to the US federal government, degrading its capacities, undermining its ability to function, destabilising the Union, it would be considered an act of war. These are not patriots. They're an urgent threat to national life.

submitted 23 days ago • 40 comments

We’ve rolled out more training opportunities to help creative freelancers unleash their potential and make it here in West Yorkshire. By supporting our small businesses to thrive, we’ll boost innovation, create jobs, and grow our economy. Find out more: www.wycreate.net

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📺 BBC thriller series Virdee, premieres on the red carpet in Bradford Bradford takes the spotlight as BBC’s Virdee premieres, bringing crime, culture, and community to the screen By Filipa Justino and Freya Ingram

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I'm not the only one having issues with Teachers' Pensions then....

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When is a fine not a fine? When it is levied on England's water companies. Aug 2024: OFWAT announced £168m fine on 3 companies. ZERO Paid. Dec 2024: £18m fine on Thames Water for paying unjustified dividends. ZERO Paid. Regulatory indulgence emboldens companies, encourages more abuses.

submitted 24 days ago • 15 comments

Lots of opposition to this, but the results so far are looking good. www.theguardian.com/environment/...

submitted 26 days ago • 3 comments

Best place for an intensive, maybe 4 week course to learn (improve) Spanish? Thinking of Guatamala (Antigua). Any other suggestions? Followed by some travelling. Thanks 🙏

submitted 30 days ago • 1 comment

Crisp morning! #rawdon #leeds Valley mist #airevalley

submitted 28 days ago • 0 comments

Please take a few minutes to fill this out if you can. If cycling in the UK matters to you let your MP or devolved representative know!

submitted 30 days ago • 0 comments

Back on the other place, I developed a thread about how pieces on child poverty were regularly illustrated with images of children playing in their neighbourhoods, yet play (deprivation) rarely features in mainstream discussions of child poverty. Here’s another example.

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If you’d like to donate any winter coats you don’t want anymore then this is worth knowing:

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Best place for an intensive, maybe 4 week course to learn (improve) Spanish? Thinking of Guatamala (Antigua). Any other suggestions? Followed by some travelling. Thanks 🙏

submitted 30 days ago • 1 comment

Otley Chevin. Feels almost Spring-like! ☀️

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It won't be on the @bbcnews but this is a fantastic result at the World CX champs. Two rainbow jerseys for team GB. Starting to see kids my lad has raced against making it big on the world stage

submitted 31 days ago • 1 comment

@foscl.bsky.social 🥾😊

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Glorious, but chilly morning! #burnsall #appletreewick #yorkshiredales 🚴‍♀️🚴‍♀️☀️

submitted 32 days ago • 1 comment

Good headspace ride today following lots of sorting and clearing at mum's house 😞 🚴‍♀️🚴‍♀️ Cold, but very refreshing.

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Cycling with a hijab is a powerful symbol of freedom, resilience, and empowerment. On World Hijab Day, women around the world break stereotypes by embracing both their faith and their love for sports. My hijab, my bike, and my smile are all part of who I am.

submitted 32 days ago • 14 comments

#fingerpostfriday #fuerteventura

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Gravel bike loop #bikesky #leeds #thwaitemill #leedsliverpoolcanal

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Wales’ 20mph speed limit is delivering incredible results: ✅ 100 fewer deaths/serious injuries on 20 & 30mph roads ✅ 35% drop in road casualties (Jul–Sep 2024 vs. same period in 2023) ✅ Lowest casualty rate for this period since 1979 The data is clear: slower speeds save lives. 🔗 bbc.in/4aGd72h

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