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Photographer, writer, two time winner of the Portrait of Britain. My book ‘Outsiders’ documenting homelessness is available from Bluecoat Press. My website is https://marcdavenant.com
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‘Malcolm’, York from the Outsiders project. He said he became homeless 15 years ago when the police raided the B&B where he was living. They closed it down and threw everyone out with no arrangements for alternative accommodation, so he became homeless and has been homeless ever since.
A black and white headshot of a man with a beard looking at the camera
November 28, 2025 at 8:02 AM
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marcdavenant.bsky.social
I have now had a comprehensive reply from @adamhug.bsky.social for which I am grateful, and he has offered a meeting with me and @ourmoh.bsky.social which is a very welcome development.
marcdavenant.bsky.social Davenant 📸 @marcdavenant.bsky.social · 4d
I spent hours yesterday at the tent encampment behind the Adelphi in London and as a result have sent this open letter with a plea for a meaningful intervention to
Sadiq Khan @london.gov.uk
Adam Hug @adamhug.bsky.social
@matthewpennycookmp.bsky.social
@paulabarkermp.bsky.social and Bob Blackman
A plea for a meaningful intervention - Adelphi tent encampment London Dear Paula, Bob and Matthew I wanted to thank you again for facilitating the display of my Outsiders exhibition on homelessness inside Parliament last year. The touring exhibition has now had over 120,000 visitors and continues to tour. Matthew I really valued our conversation about homelessness in the exhibition space - it was clear to me then that you really understood the issues and were determined to do something meaningful to address the problems. Dear Adam and Sadia You don't know me, but I am a documentary photographer who works with marginalised communities and uses photography to highlight social inequality. You can see something about the Outsiders project on homelessness and substandard housing here https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cnOdqk4req0o Dear All Five of the participants in Outsiders have now died while experiencing homelessness. Since I stopped the photography in 2022 the situation has become exponentially worse both in London and in the other cities which I covered during the project. One of the most noticeable changes has been the development of tent encampments and I am writing to all of you about the encampment which is currently behind the Adelphi in London. I believe plans are being drawn up to get an injunction to clear the encampment without any meaningrut Intervention to address the problems laced by the community there. It seems to me that it is an extraordinary situation that in the wealthiest borough, in one of the wealthiest countries in the world, these people are struggling to survive against all the odds and not receiving the support needed to transition them out of homelessness and help them become productive members of society. As a society we are defined by how we treat the poor. Regardless of the legal position I believe that we all have a moral and ethical responsibility towards those who have fallen through the gaps and ended up experiencing homelessness. The people in this encampment are vulnerable and marginalised. The women have all been sexually assaulted or subjected to violence while sleeping rough in London. They rely on the men in the encampment for their safety and if the camp is simply cleared, they will end up back on the street with no safety net, likely being subjected to ongoing sexual abuse and exploitation. People in the camp have both mental and physical health needs which need to be addressed. One has diabetes, has open sores on his legs and is likely to suffer amputations, blindness and possibly death via diabetic coma unless this is addressed. There are mental nean ana suostance abuse chauenges as wel. However overa nis is a close knit communit wrich nas become ponded togeter ov the power of a shared experience. Disbanding the camp with no plans for transitioning the occupants into a stable home would be cruel and irresponsible. The people in the camp also rely on their dogs to provide emotional support. One of the worst things about sleeping rough is being ignored and treated like something less than human. Having something to love and which will love you back unconditionally can be the difference between life and death for someone in their situation. All of them have been told they will have to give up their dogs to get support. I believe that to be an inhumane and unreasonable position to take. There is a desperate need for a multidisciplinary intervention with this camp. If you bulldoze it you will break the bonds within the community ana simply move the problem somewnere else. It isn t a solution to what nas become a nuge problem tor society and is a test for your humanity as the people with the power to change things. Collectively you control billions in spending, control the public policy on homelessness and housing and do have the power to intervene and ensure a positive outcome for the people in this camp. I have attached some portraits taken yesterday and would urge you to look at them and consider how you would feel if they were members of your family who had fallen on hard times. I know that with a sweep of a pen you can simply have them moved on but would ask you to consider whether there is a different approach and who gains from simply sweeone unese oroolems under ine caroet. Experience has taught me to have very low expectations when it comes to asking for support like this in a society which knows the price or everything ana the value or little, but i belleve that you are all good people who came Into public service with the best of Intentions and hope you can find it in your hearts to help. Thank you all for reading this and I hope something can be done. Best Marc Davenant
November 28, 2025 at 12:28 PM
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ourmoh.bsky.social
Less than two weeks to go until our Festive Dog Show!

All dogs are welcome, and street dogs are especially welcome! We will be kicking off at 1pm on 6th December with awards, dog treats, human treats, homemade gifts and exclusive fur-friend themed merch!

museumofhomelessness.org/festive-dog-...
Two dogs in Christmas outfits at the Museum of Homelessness Dog Show 2025 A dog in a Christmas hat at the Museum of Homelessness dog show 205 Rosettes at the Museum of Homelessness dog show 2025 Museum of Homelessness Dog Show 2025
November 24, 2025 at 11:28 AM
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ourmoh.bsky.social
We’ll be hosting a stall at the ‘Tower Hamlets Christmas Mutual Aid Market and Party’ on December 20th 🫂

Profits from the event will go to the Bangladeshi LGBTQIA+ movement @_therainbowtree ❤️

Poster design by ACT UP London artist @coniglibianchi
Promotional flyer for Tower Hamlets Christmas Wellbeing Mutual Aid Market
November 28, 2025 at 10:33 AM
marcdavenant.bsky.social
I have now had a comprehensive reply from @adamhug.bsky.social for which I am grateful, and he has offered a meeting with me and @ourmoh.bsky.social which is a very welcome development.
marcdavenant.bsky.social Davenant 📸 @marcdavenant.bsky.social · 4d
I spent hours yesterday at the tent encampment behind the Adelphi in London and as a result have sent this open letter with a plea for a meaningful intervention to
Sadiq Khan @london.gov.uk
Adam Hug @adamhug.bsky.social
@matthewpennycookmp.bsky.social
@paulabarkermp.bsky.social and Bob Blackman
A plea for a meaningful intervention - Adelphi tent encampment London Dear Paula, Bob and Matthew I wanted to thank you again for facilitating the display of my Outsiders exhibition on homelessness inside Parliament last year. The touring exhibition has now had over 120,000 visitors and continues to tour. Matthew I really valued our conversation about homelessness in the exhibition space - it was clear to me then that you really understood the issues and were determined to do something meaningful to address the problems. Dear Adam and Sadia You don't know me, but I am a documentary photographer who works with marginalised communities and uses photography to highlight social inequality. You can see something about the Outsiders project on homelessness and substandard housing here https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cnOdqk4req0o Dear All Five of the participants in Outsiders have now died while experiencing homelessness. Since I stopped the photography in 2022 the situation has become exponentially worse both in London and in the other cities which I covered during the project. One of the most noticeable changes has been the development of tent encampments and I am writing to all of you about the encampment which is currently behind the Adelphi in London. I believe plans are being drawn up to get an injunction to clear the encampment without any meaningrut Intervention to address the problems laced by the community there. It seems to me that it is an extraordinary situation that in the wealthiest borough, in one of the wealthiest countries in the world, these people are struggling to survive against all the odds and not receiving the support needed to transition them out of homelessness and help them become productive members of society. As a society we are defined by how we treat the poor. Regardless of the legal position I believe that we all have a moral and ethical responsibility towards those who have fallen through the gaps and ended up experiencing homelessness. The people in this encampment are vulnerable and marginalised. The women have all been sexually assaulted or subjected to violence while sleeping rough in London. They rely on the men in the encampment for their safety and if the camp is simply cleared, they will end up back on the street with no safety net, likely being subjected to ongoing sexual abuse and exploitation. People in the camp have both mental and physical health needs which need to be addressed. One has diabetes, has open sores on his legs and is likely to suffer amputations, blindness and possibly death via diabetic coma unless this is addressed. There are mental nean ana suostance abuse chauenges as wel. However overa nis is a close knit communit wrich nas become ponded togeter ov the power of a shared experience. Disbanding the camp with no plans for transitioning the occupants into a stable home would be cruel and irresponsible. The people in the camp also rely on their dogs to provide emotional support. One of the worst things about sleeping rough is being ignored and treated like something less than human. Having something to love and which will love you back unconditionally can be the difference between life and death for someone in their situation. All of them have been told they will have to give up their dogs to get support. I believe that to be an inhumane and unreasonable position to take. There is a desperate need for a multidisciplinary intervention with this camp. If you bulldoze it you will break the bonds within the community ana simply move the problem somewnere else. It isn t a solution to what nas become a nuge problem tor society and is a test for your humanity as the people with the power to change things. Collectively you control billions in spending, control the public policy on homelessness and housing and do have the power to intervene and ensure a positive outcome for the people in this camp. I have attached some portraits taken yesterday and would urge you to look at them and consider how you would feel if they were members of your family who had fallen on hard times. I know that with a sweep of a pen you can simply have them moved on but would ask you to consider whether there is a different approach and who gains from simply sweeone unese oroolems under ine caroet. Experience has taught me to have very low expectations when it comes to asking for support like this in a society which knows the price or everything ana the value or little, but i belleve that you are all good people who came Into public service with the best of Intentions and hope you can find it in your hearts to help. Thank you all for reading this and I hope something can be done. Best Marc Davenant
November 28, 2025 at 12:28 PM
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adambienkov.bsky.social
A quick reminder of who Nigel Farage was most concerned about when Putin's tanks first rolled into Ukraine
November 27, 2025 at 8:22 PM
marcdavenant.bsky.social
‘Malcolm’, York from the Outsiders project. He said he became homeless 15 years ago when the police raided the B&B where he was living. They closed it down and threw everyone out with no arrangements for alternative accommodation, so he became homeless and has been homeless ever since.
A black and white headshot of a man with a beard looking at the camera
November 28, 2025 at 8:02 AM
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peterstefanovic.bsky.social
The right to trial by jury has been a fundamental feature of the British Justice System for over 800 years. Any attempt by the government to undermine this fundamental freedom - a cornerstone of our democracy and an essential safeguard against authoritarianism - must be opposed
peterstefanovic.bsky.social Peter Stefanovic @peterstefanovic.bsky.social · 2d
🚨Trial by jury is a cornerstone of our democracy and an essential safeguard against authoritarianism. We must come together - cross party - to stop any attempt by the government to undermine this fundamental freedom
youtu.be/QdD9LaAN19A?...
Trial by jury is a cornerstone of our democracy - We must fight any attempt to undermine it
YouTube video by Peter Stefanovic
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November 27, 2025 at 4:30 PM
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annelouiseavery.bsky.social
🦊 Why not buy my book, Reynard the Fox, for Christmas – the perfect stocking filler! Marina Warner described it as "marvellously spirited and adroit storytelling.Reynar" To buy a signed and gift-wrapped book, order directly from me! DM to purchase or go to my Etsy shop here: etsy.com/uk/listing/1...
Reynard the Fox Reynard the Fox Reynard
November 27, 2025 at 5:05 PM
marcdavenant.bsky.social
Now just imagine this system with a panel of Reform-appointed judges pursuing a political agenda.
defendourjuries.bsky.social Defend Our Juries @defendourjuries.bsky.social · 1d
‘Unavoidably unfair’: the secret courts system hearing part of Palestine Action case

The CMP system means Huda Ammori will not be allowed to know what allegations were made against her

www.theguardian.com/law/2025/nov...

Lift The Ban: wedonotcomply.org
‘Unavoidably unfair’: the secret courts system hearing part of Palestine Action case
The CMP system means Huda Ammori will not be allowed to know what allegations were made against her
www.theguardian.com
November 27, 2025 at 8:30 PM
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theobserveruk.bsky.social
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November 27, 2025 at 12:01 PM
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marcdavenant.bsky.social
No replies from Sadiq Khan @london.gov.uk Adam Hug @adamhug.bsky.social or @matthewpennycookmp.bsky.social in response to my email or on social media. Not even the courtesy of a holding reply. From the party which promised action on homelessness that’s very disappointing.
marcdavenant.bsky.social Davenant 📸 @marcdavenant.bsky.social · 4d
I spent hours yesterday at the tent encampment behind the Adelphi in London and as a result have sent this open letter with a plea for a meaningful intervention to
Sadiq Khan @london.gov.uk
Adam Hug @adamhug.bsky.social
@matthewpennycookmp.bsky.social
@paulabarkermp.bsky.social and Bob Blackman
A plea for a meaningful intervention - Adelphi tent encampment London Dear Paula, Bob and Matthew I wanted to thank you again for facilitating the display of my Outsiders exhibition on homelessness inside Parliament last year. The touring exhibition has now had over 120,000 visitors and continues to tour. Matthew I really valued our conversation about homelessness in the exhibition space - it was clear to me then that you really understood the issues and were determined to do something meaningful to address the problems. Dear Adam and Sadia You don't know me, but I am a documentary photographer who works with marginalised communities and uses photography to highlight social inequality. You can see something about the Outsiders project on homelessness and substandard housing here https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cnOdqk4req0o Dear All Five of the participants in Outsiders have now died while experiencing homelessness. Since I stopped the photography in 2022 the situation has become exponentially worse both in London and in the other cities which I covered during the project. One of the most noticeable changes has been the development of tent encampments and I am writing to all of you about the encampment which is currently behind the Adelphi in London. I believe plans are being drawn up to get an injunction to clear the encampment without any meaningrut Intervention to address the problems laced by the community there. It seems to me that it is an extraordinary situation that in the wealthiest borough, in one of the wealthiest countries in the world, these people are struggling to survive against all the odds and not receiving the support needed to transition them out of homelessness and help them become productive members of society. As a society we are defined by how we treat the poor. Regardless of the legal position I believe that we all have a moral and ethical responsibility towards those who have fallen through the gaps and ended up experiencing homelessness. The people in this encampment are vulnerable and marginalised. The women have all been sexually assaulted or subjected to violence while sleeping rough in London. They rely on the men in the encampment for their safety and if the camp is simply cleared, they will end up back on the street with no safety net, likely being subjected to ongoing sexual abuse and exploitation. People in the camp have both mental and physical health needs which need to be addressed. One has diabetes, has open sores on his legs and is likely to suffer amputations, blindness and possibly death via diabetic coma unless this is addressed. There are mental nean ana suostance abuse chauenges as wel. However overa nis is a close knit communit wrich nas become ponded togeter ov the power of a shared experience. Disbanding the camp with no plans for transitioning the occupants into a stable home would be cruel and irresponsible. The people in the camp also rely on their dogs to provide emotional support. One of the worst things about sleeping rough is being ignored and treated like something less than human. Having something to love and which will love you back unconditionally can be the difference between life and death for someone in their situation. All of them have been told they will have to give up their dogs to get support. I believe that to be an inhumane and unreasonable position to take. There is a desperate need for a multidisciplinary intervention with this camp. If you bulldoze it you will break the bonds within the community ana simply move the problem somewnere else. It isn t a solution to what nas become a nuge problem tor society and is a test for your humanity as the people with the power to change things. Collectively you control billions in spending, control the public policy on homelessness and housing and do have the power to intervene and ensure a positive outcome for the people in this camp. I have attached some portraits taken yesterday and would urge you to look at them and consider how you would feel if they were members of your family who had fallen on hard times. I know that with a sweep of a pen you can simply have them moved on but would ask you to consider whether there is a different approach and who gains from simply sweeone unese oroolems under ine caroet. Experience has taught me to have very low expectations when it comes to asking for support like this in a society which knows the price or everything ana the value or little, but i belleve that you are all good people who came Into public service with the best of Intentions and hope you can find it in your hearts to help. Thank you all for reading this and I hope something can be done. Best Marc Davenant
November 27, 2025 at 8:21 AM
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ragumpert.bsky.social
2day is Tday here in the US - yesterday Craig Easton's book arrived and I forgot to take the bird out of the freezer for today's meal. No matter - this book is everything I hoped for, inspiring! "An Extremely Unforgettable Place"
November 27, 2025 at 3:43 PM
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jayispainting.earthskyart.ca
I'm old.

If you're not, listen to this.

Get a guitar or some drums, or a trumpet. Pick up a brush, a pencil, some clay or a welder.

Just make shit. It doesn't have to be good (eventually it will be) just make music, art or write or whatever.

It's literally never been more important.
November 27, 2025 at 4:21 AM
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thewallich.bsky.social
💼 Want a job that changes lives? Start with The Wallich.

At The Wallich, your job isn’t just a job. You're helping people rebuild their lives and break the cycle of homelessness.

Join a team where you’ll make every day count. Apply today: careers.thewallich.com
November 27, 2025 at 3:13 PM
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bigissue.com
The outpouring of grief for Freddie Mercury was immense, but his death helped bring about a greater public understanding of HIV.
How people's love for Freddie Mercury helped overcome fear of HIV
www.bigissue.com
November 27, 2025 at 10:39 AM
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sf-24.bsky.social
A shocking lack of compassion and empathy by Khan and the rest. Not to even reply to you is shameful.
November 27, 2025 at 10:12 AM
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eddavey.libdems.org.uk
I wish I was surprised. Buried in this Budget is a plan to slash the Digital Services Tax, giving a multi-billion tax cut to US tech giants and the likes of Elon Musk.

That's right, cutting taxes for the world's richest man while hiking them for millions of hard-working Brits.
November 27, 2025 at 9:30 AM
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bertrom.bsky.social
Roger Deakins.

Inevitable that such an iconic cinematographer would also be a brilliant still photographer.
November 22, 2025 at 8:45 PM
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righttoroam.bsky.social
You’ve seen the signs: ‘Trespassers Will Be Prosecuted’. They lie. In the UK ‘trespass’ is a civil offence, not a criminal one. You cannot face prosecution simply for being on someone’s land, off a designated Right of Way, open access land, or land where bylaws permit access, without permission.
November 27, 2025 at 10:00 AM
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bendorgrosvenor.bsky.social
Right.
November 25, 2025 at 11:09 PM
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marcwilson.co.uk
The Gypsy camp at Litzmannstadt ghetto held more than 5000 people.
On 16 January 1942, the ghetto’s population was transported to Kulmhof extermination camp.
Łódź, Poland, 2015.
From 'A Wounded Landscape - bearing witness to the Holocaust'.
November 27, 2025 at 9:26 AM
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marcdavenant.bsky.social
Rory, from the Outsiders project.
Nobody should be homeless in a country as wealthy as ours.
Black and white portrait of a man with a beard looking into the distance
November 26, 2025 at 7:50 AM
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gregpak.net
I'm an "A.i." abolitionist.

No consumer-facing LLMs or generative "A.i." in anything.

Sure, machine learning in science and a few other limited applications is fine.

But consumer-facing LLMs and generative "A.i." that are based on theft, push disinfo, and can be manipulated by billionaires?

No.
July 8, 2025 at 11:53 PM
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alfie.photography
Had a nice walk for a couple of hours today, along the Tokaido Road from Shinagawa back to home. More walk than photowalk. Nice thing about the CFV50c digiback on the old Hasselblad film body: it's a camera with foibles, eccentricities. So it's far more a slow-time camera. Took 6 shots. This I like.
Apart from resizing and adding the watermark, this is a straight out of camera JPEG from the Hasselblad CFV50c digiback. Used on a 503CW body and with the 80mm f/2.8 Planar lens. Pink hydrogen bus half sticking out from its bay at the bus depot in Kita-shinagawa. Sunny moment. Loved the light and colour in the scene.
November 27, 2025 at 8:38 AM