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Prof. Ian Walker @ianwalker.bsky.social · 1d

Love the attentive customer service from my energy supplier

An exceprt from an email with a generic greeting and a placeholder where the sender was supposed to insert their name, but didn't

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Caroline Litman @alicemydaughter.bsky.social · 2d

GCs doing their thing, being utter ghouls about the suicide of a young trans person. Claiming a lack of news coverage as a victory for their cause.

Alice’s death got coverage because my family sought press attention to highlight the appalling state of trans healthcare.

As for saturation coverage…

Screenshot of a post on X by anti-trans SEEN in Journalism ®
@JournalismSEEN
X.com
“A very big shift. There was saturation coverage of the death of Alice Litman, very notably on the BBC. This is the extent of the coverage (so far) of the death of Leia Sampson-Grimbly.
Is guilt setting in at the media's role in telling minors they were born in the wrong body?”

The tweet is accompanied by a screenshot of a headline in a local online new outlet
“Teenage girl took own life waiting for gender dysphoria treatment”

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Caroline Russell @carolinerussell.bsky.social · 23h

Important we ALL look before crossing the road…

AND it’s also important that people driving don’t get distracted by their phone or break the speed limit and look out for people trying to cross the road too.

And anyone on a bike should look out for people trying to cross the road or cycle path too.

London Borough of Hounslow @hounslowcouncil.bsky.social · 1d

Sadly, in 2023, 49 pedestrians were seriously injured or killed while crossing in Hounslow.

Don’t become a statistic.

Look out before you step out.

Your safety matters.

#PedestrianSafety #LookOutBeforeYouStepOut

Statistic showing 49 pedestrians were seriously injured or killed crossing streets in Hounslow in 2023, with a pedestrian crossing sign and zebra crossing illustration.

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Carla Denyer @carladenyer.bsky.social · 1d

Thinking of all those held hostage by Hamas who are being reunited with their families after 2 long years, and those finally being released from Israeli prisons in Gaza & the West Bank. I barely dare to hope, but we must - this must be the start of lasting peace & freedom for all

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Caroline Russell @carolinerussell.bsky.social · 1d

Getting rid of the flyover sounds great but look how much land was needed for the tunnel portal at Silvertown.

Do people really want this in the middle of Hammersmith?

Aerial view of Silvertown Tunnel site before tunnel emerged. Circular green observation tower already built.

Silvertown tunnel portal as built. Two lanes of traffic in each direction. Circular observation tower in background. Huge gadh through the landscape severing communities either side of the road.

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Caroline Russell @carolinerussell.bsky.social · 1d

Amazing. 100,000 members.

A new chapter for @greenparty.org.uk, and huge thanks to @zackpolanski.bsky.social, @mothinali.bsky.social and @rachelmillward.bsky.social our new leadership team.

join.greenparty.org.uk

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Dreamliner Again @entirelyharmless.bsky.social · 1d

I continue to be impressed with Zack’s ability to get the Green’s message out there. 10/10 no notes.

Zack Polanski @zackpolanski.bsky.social · 1d

Lower Bills.

Protect our NHS.

And invest in our communities.

Let's make hope normal again.

www.theguardian.com/politics/202...

Green party reaches 100,000 members for first time after Polanski becomes leader

Green party in England and Wales has had near-50% rise in membership since since Zack Polanski took over last month

www.theguardian.com

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Zack Polanski @zackpolanski.bsky.social · 1d

A new week - and a new huge milestone!

@greenparty.org.uk now have 100,000 members!!!

We are absolutely on track to next overtake the Tories - let's make hope normal again!

Join.greenparty.org.uk

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Zack Polanski @zackpolanski.bsky.social · 1d

Lower Bills.

Protect our NHS.

And invest in our communities.

Let's make hope normal again.

www.theguardian.com/politics/202...

Green party reaches 100,000 members for first time after Polanski becomes leader

Green party in England and Wales has had near-50% rise in membership since since Zack Polanski took over last month

www.theguardian.com

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Holly Brigstocke @hollybrigstocke.bsky.social · 1d

Strategically the same blocks in the system Gary Stevenson has identified on economics and equality are exactly the same for trans rights. Same gatekeeping.

The position of trans people in the UK has been described as a humanitarian crisis.

We know progressive models are proven to work.

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Caroline Russell @carolinerussell.bsky.social · 2d

Read this whole thread.

Every word.

🏳️‍⚧️ trans rights are human rights, the government knows this and should start acting accordingly.

Robin Moira White @robinmoirawhite.bsky.social · 2d

‘Doublethink*’ alive and well in the U.K. Government.

Given the U.K. Government’s statement to the United Nations on 10 October 2025:

www.gov.uk/government/s...

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Caroline Russell @carolinerussell.bsky.social · 2d

You can watch my exchange with the Mayor here ⬇️

youtu.be/qxy2YbCWdWU

Loss of skilled workers in London | Caroline Russell

YouTube video by Caroline Russell

youtu.be

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Caroline Russell @carolinerussell.bsky.social · 2d

Grateful the Mayor made time to meet Avi who came to watch MQT and look forward to hearing what improvements TfL can make to the care and support provided for workers whose future has been so suddenly interrupted by the changes to the skilled worker visa scheme.

Selfie - Caroljne with TfL workers who came to City Hall to listen to Caroline questioning the Mayor about skilled worker visa changes.

The Nayor with Avi, a TfL worker affected by govt visa changes, and Caroljne inside city hall.

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Caroline Russell @carolinerussell.bsky.social · 2d

It’s great that the Mayor is pushing government to address the impact on people affected by skilled worker visa changes, but he also needs to look at and improve the support TfL offers to these workers caught in an abrupt limbo as the sudden visa system changes kick in.

Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan @london.gov.uk · 2d

I’m concerned about the changes to the Skilled Worker visa route and the impact it may have on Londoners working for Transport for London, our other public services and beyond.

Sir Sadiq Khan calls for pause on new immigration rules

The mayor of London said the changes had

www.bbc.co.uk

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KARIN TEARLE @karinlt.bsky.social · 2d

“Asked about the issue by the Green Party's London Assembly leader Caroline Russell at Mayor's Question Time, Sir Sadiq accused the government of "moving the goalposts". Reassuring the London Assembly works collaboratively with open communication & mutual respect.

Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan @london.gov.uk · 2d

I’m concerned about the changes to the Skilled Worker visa route and the impact it may have on Londoners working for Transport for London, our other public services and beyond.

Sir Sadiq Khan calls for pause on new immigration rules

The mayor of London said the changes had

www.bbc.co.uk

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Caroline Russell @carolinerussell.bsky.social · 2d

Loud, Clear and Unambiguous

🏳️‍⚧️ Trans rights are human rights.

And I love the idea of our cities, our country even, as an inclusive, intersectional sanctuary for everyone who is marginalised, minoritised, and racialised.

There’s work to be done.

Aliza Adi (she/her) @alizaadi.bsky.social · 2d

🖐🏼 @london.gov.uk @mayorofgm.bsky.social @zoegarbett.bsky.social @carolinerussell.bsky.social @zackpolanski.bsky.social @rachelmillward.bsky.social @mothinali.bsky.social

Reject Streeting & Starmer’s anti-Trans+ crusade

Defend Trans+ kids, youth & adults - now

Be loud. Be clear. Be unambiguous

Zohran Kwame Mamdani @zohrankmamdani.bsky.social · 2d

UNTIL IT’S DONE, Ep. 4: Sylvia Rivera

In the 1970s, queer New Yorkers had been pushed to the margins of NYC. Our trans neighbors faced immense cruelty. But in Sylvia Rivera, they found a champion.

As we combat Trump’s politics of darkness, her legacy can light the path forward.

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jolantalove.bsky.social @jolantalove.bsky.social · 2d

Such a Heartwarming message
Love the phrase 'Britain is a Nation of Neighbours'
Beautiful & Unifying 💚

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jolantalove.bsky.social @jolantalove.bsky.social · 2d

Thank you Caroline, heartening to see you raise this, as well as the positive & compassionate response from the Mayor.

A desperately sad situation for those affected.

I truly hope this cruel rule change is revoked, so that the workers can feel secure, welcomed & valued by the UK 💚

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Caroline Russell @carolinerussell.bsky.social · 2d

Happy to help, but hope we win and then the donations can be put to better use winning elections 😉

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Caroline Russell @carolinerussell.bsky.social · 2d

You can watch my exchange with the Mayor here ⬇️

youtu.be/qxy2YbCWdWU

Loss of skilled workers in London | Caroline Russell

YouTube video by Caroline Russell

youtu.be

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Caroline Russell @carolinerussell.bsky.social · 2d

The government’s sudden changes to skilled worker visas now covered by Asian Standard.

One worker told me he can’t sleep, he doesn’t know what to say to his family. Another, pregnant with her first child, fears she’ll be deported before giving birth.

www.asianstandard.co.uk/tfl-staff-at...

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Caroline Russell @carolinerussell.bsky.social · 2d

Reform are so grim and bad sports to boot.

Tied elections get settled at the toss of a coin. Standard practice. No need for law suits.

I’ve donated - please donate if you can.

donatetothe.greenparty.org.uk/make-sure-we...

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Caroline Russell @carolinerussell.bsky.social · 3d

The Standard’s @rosslydall.bsky.social has picked up on the devastating impact, to people on graduate visas, of the government’s abrupt changes to skilled worker visas that I raised with the Mayor at MQT this week.

www.standard.co.uk/news/transpo...

Screen grab of tweet by Ross Lydall.

Good campaigning from @RMtunion and @CarolineRussell in bid to prevent TfL staff being deported under new government restrictions.

Image of protestors with sign “no sackings no deportations”

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Caroline Russell @carolinerussell.bsky.social · 3d

Thank you for highlighting this important chance to shape the narrative for @transhistoryweek.com

🩵🩷🤍🩷🩵

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Marty Davies @smartypantsmarty.com · 3d

The stories we tell ourselves about ourselves really matter. Especially right now when so many stories about us are not by us and are hateful distortions and lies.

Now is your opportunity to shape the types of stories we develop for Year 3 of Trans+ History Week.

Please share with your network.

Trans+ History Week @transhistoryweek.com · 6d

Help shape Trans+ History Week!

Please complete our annual story survey and have your say on what kinds of stories we tell next year with @wearequeeraf.com

Shape Trans+ History Week - Have Your Say

What kinds of stories, history and communities should we focus on next year?

erv8ks078ir.typeform.com

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