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Jane Haynes @janerockhouse.bsky.social · 12h

Just like Robert Jenrick, he might claim he was just articulating an observation - but his comment was loaded with racist undertones. Just like Jenrick he probably believed he was speaking to someone who shared his world view, both being white and all. I found it v unsettling

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Jane Haynes @janerockhouse.bsky.social · 12h

“Nice to see some white people.” He was round the corner and gone before I had chance to fathom and respond (forgive me for not doing better, I don’t think me shouting into the sky ‘you horrid racist twat’ was any use.) I honestly don’t think he would have said that out loud even a year ago?

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Jane Haynes @janerockhouse.bsky.social · 12h

Just back from a walk in Kinver woods and it was all going lovely - autumnal colours, mist in the valley, lots of friendly people out with kids and dogs. Then…a guy walked towards us with a little gang of daschunds. Being me, I said “what a cute little fam you’ve got”. He replied….

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Jane Haynes @janerockhouse.bsky.social · 21h

Love this piece from my colleague @harryleach.bsky.social @birminghamlive.bsky.social from a visit to Stirchley which has been at the centre of flag debate - I asked people in Stirchley what they really think about the flags flying across Birmingham www.birminghammail.co.uk/news/midland...

I visited the flags 'front line' and asked people what they really thought

Some see pride, others see division - on Pershore Road opinions over the red and white flags couldn't be more different

www.birminghammail.co.uk

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Jane Haynes @janerockhouse.bsky.social · 7d

Four Birmingham Labour councillors quit Labour in stinging resignations www.birminghammail.co.uk/news/midland...

Four Birmingham Labour councillors quit Labour in stinging resignations

The four were not selected during a Labour Party cull of candidates for the 2026 local election, causing anger and confusion.

www.birminghammail.co.uk

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Jane Haynes @janerockhouse.bsky.social · 7d

Breaking - four Birmingham city councillors @bhamcitycouncil.bsky.social quit Labour Party @brumlabour.bsky.social @teamlabouruk.bsky.social with stinging rebuke to local leaders and national party. I’m currently in London but have filed my copy to newsdesk and story appearing shortly.

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John Munro @johnmunro.bsky.social · Sep 1

This Saturday will see Birmingham a big step closer to the creation of #MayarYahiaSquare.

Supported by @betterstreetsforbirmingham.org, @sustrans.bsky.social, @bradford-street.bsky.social, and more.

Lots of activities for the whole family. Join us to show what this reclaimed public space can be!

Poster for Family Fun Day - 1-5 PM, Saturday, 6th September. #MayarYahiaSquare

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Jane Haynes @janerockhouse.bsky.social · Aug 30

Too many people are worried about saying ‘wrong thing’ rather than what they think I fear.

Jane Haynes @janerockhouse.bsky.social · Aug 30

So why aren’t your Labour colleagues calling it out as such?

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Jane Haynes @janerockhouse.bsky.social · Aug 2

Tuned in and immediately blown away by the amazing BS - saw them steal the show at Deershed last weekend and their energy was off the chart. @goldbergradio.bsky.social

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Jane Haynes @janerockhouse.bsky.social · Jul 16

Nice analysis Matt. I’ll check that out

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Izzy Knowles 🔶 @izzyknowles.bsky.social · Jun 26

I went to see the premier of @sarahchaundler.bsky.social excellent & hard hitting film ‘City of Cars’ at the Mockingbird Cinema tonight. Followed by a discussion facilitated by @janerockhouse.bsky.social We all want safe roads, this film makes it clear why it is so important.

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Jane Haynes @janerockhouse.bsky.social · Jun 11

Thanks for flagging this Kerry.

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Jane Haynes @janerockhouse.bsky.social · Jun 5

I’m not in work now but photo was taken start of this week; can’t be 100% sure where

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Jane Haynes @janerockhouse.bsky.social · Jun 2

These are incredible Kirsten!

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Jane Haynes @janerockhouse.bsky.social · Jun 2

Amazing pic Martin

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Adrian Goldberg @goldbergradio.bsky.social · May 31

Support emerging talent and #grassroots venues - or risk losing them...

My piece with @janerockhouse.bsky.social @birminghamlive.bsky.social

www.birminghammail.co.uk/news/midland...

Back Birmingham's live music scene or lose it - warning from Adrian Goldberg

As he launches a new record label, Adrian Goldberg encouraged people across Birmingham to back local bands and venues

www.birminghammail.co.uk

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Jane Haynes @janerockhouse.bsky.social · May 31

A fortnight ago a story I’d written was spiked for breaching an IPSO guideline. It’s frustrating to then see same story belatedly published elsewhere because the publisher either doesn’t know the guidelines or isn’t worried by them, knowing few complain. It’s a tricky path to navigate and maddening!

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Jane Haynes @janerockhouse.bsky.social · May 31

You inspired me to have a quick rootle thru my 45s (any excuse to stop cleaning) and this is the best I can offer. Not sure if any make your red/white/black criteria exactly.

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Jane Haynes @janerockhouse.bsky.social · May 31

Soundtrack to my Saturday chores is Birmingham band The Leaking Machine “Sound on Sound” - lovely, timeless sound - ‘memory lane is a cul de sac’ indeed.

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Jane Haynes @janerockhouse.bsky.social · May 29

Adrian Goldberg @goldbergradio.bsky.social · May 29

Many thanks to @janerockhouse.bsky.social for a lovely piece about my record label - and the woman who inspired it -
@birminghamlive.bsky.social

www.birminghammail.co.uk/news/midland...

Holocaust victim's bequest used in amazing way to back Birmingham music

BBC radio presenter and Brummie star Adrian Goldberg is honouring his 'Aunt Jenny' through music

www.birminghammail.co.uk

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Jane Haynes @janerockhouse.bsky.social · May 28

I loved escaping for four days to kick back with friends, no wi-fi, barely any contact with the outside world. If you've not checked out Bearded Theory Fest before, maybe next year, before it loses its intimate charm www.birminghammail.co.uk/whats-on/rev...

Iggy Pop dazzles but young talents steal show at Bearded Theory Festival

Bearded Theory Festival Review: Female empowerment, political jibes and crazy cabaret make it about more than 'just the music' - though that was worth the entry fee alone

www.birminghammail.co.uk

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bylinepodcast.bsky.social @bylinepodcast.bsky.social · May 27

As the crisis in #Gaza intensifies, would the UK and other Western governments really consider withdrawing military support for Israel?

Great discussion with @goldbergradio.bsky.social and @hannahweisfeld.bsky.social @yachad.bsky.social

@bylinetimes.bsky.social

podfollow.com/byline-podca...

Byline Podcast: Gaza: Is It Time To Stop Arming Israel?

Adrian Goldberg asks whether the UK government should stop arming Israel in view of the ongoing blockade of humanitarian aid in Gaza, and the continued bombing of the Palestinian people. His guest ...

podfollow.com

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Jane Haynes @janerockhouse.bsky.social · May 27

She was one among many. Incredibly sad and angry at the pain and death still being inflicted on Gaza by Netanyahu’s Israel, with our support. www.theguardian.com/world/2025/m...

Gaza’s youngest influencer aged 11 among children killed by Israeli strikes

Yaqeen Hammad offered tips for surviving life under bombardment and is just one of dozens of minors who have died

www.theguardian.com

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Adrian Goldberg @goldbergradio.bsky.social · May 20

Great, moving piece by @janerockhouse.bsky.social about witnessing an attempted suicide in #Birmingham today

No matter how desperate things seem, there is help out there.

Call Samaritans 116 123 any time, day or night

open.substack.com/pub/insidebi...

Saving a life at New Street station

This morning, someone tried to die but a stranger wouldn't let him

open.substack.com

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