Rob Acton-Campbell
@robcrewshole.bsky.social
Trustee for Your Park & St George CA. Committee member Friends of Troopers Hill. Love East Bristol.
It was a great evening, wonderful atmosphere.
Scores of people flocked to a lantern parade which filled the streets with light, music and creativity
Lantern parade makes joyous return to BS5
Hundreds flocked to the annual event which was this year themed around urban wildlife
www.bristol247.com
December 7, 2025 at 8:52 AM
It was a great evening, wonderful atmosphere.
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Inaccessible Places!
December 4, 2025 at 10:42 PM
Inaccessible Places!
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The Express is furious about this because the moment you show those who repeat anti-immigration rhetoric the real human stories their narrative collapses.
The “immigrants” are people. Our friends, colleagues and family.
And it’s this nation of neighbours that is what makes Britain great.
The “immigrants” are people. Our friends, colleagues and family.
And it’s this nation of neighbours that is what makes Britain great.
December 4, 2025 at 11:23 PM
The Express is furious about this because the moment you show those who repeat anti-immigration rhetoric the real human stories their narrative collapses.
The “immigrants” are people. Our friends, colleagues and family.
And it’s this nation of neighbours that is what makes Britain great.
The “immigrants” are people. Our friends, colleagues and family.
And it’s this nation of neighbours that is what makes Britain great.
"sets up shell companies that breed snails"
The snail farm don: is this the most brazen tax avoidance scheme of all time?
The snail farm don: is this the most brazen tax avoidance scheme of all time?
The long read: Terry Ball – renowned shoe salesman, friend to former mafiosi – has resolved to spend his last years finding ways to cheat authorities he feels have cheated him. His greatest ruse? A tax-dodging snail empire
www.theguardian.com
December 4, 2025 at 5:52 PM
"sets up shell companies that breed snails"
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@playingout.bsky.social children were never asked if they would like to give up their natural playgrounds - the streets - and be cooped up indoors or cooped up in cars
I fervently believe that the fact that children and elders lead lives of isolation in cities and towns (absent daily efforts of their caregivers to ferry them around) should make plain what a terrible job we've done with building cities over the last 70 years.
New episode up! We talked with researcher Tim Gill about how we need to make our cities safe for children, not cars. "Children are basically living very captive and kind of contained lives, and that's just not healthy."
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September 30, 2025 at 2:11 PM
@playingout.bsky.social children were never asked if they would like to give up their natural playgrounds - the streets - and be cooped up indoors or cooped up in cars
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We are looking for girls aged 12-18 who want to have their voices heard regarding parks. We are creating a video and would love them to be part of it. Find out more:
www.makespaceforgirls.co.uk/blog/be-part...
www.makespaceforgirls.co.uk/blog/be-part...
December 2, 2025 at 3:57 PM
We are looking for girls aged 12-18 who want to have their voices heard regarding parks. We are creating a video and would love them to be part of it. Find out more:
www.makespaceforgirls.co.uk/blog/be-part...
www.makespaceforgirls.co.uk/blog/be-part...
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The next in a series of blog posts about our work with @robertweetman.mastodon.scot.ap.brid.gy on pedestrian friendly side road junction design.
In this post, Robert takes a deeper dive into the factors which influence pedestrian friendliness.
robertweetman.wordpress.com/2025/12/02/f...
In this post, Robert takes a deeper dive into the factors which influence pedestrian friendliness.
robertweetman.wordpress.com/2025/12/02/f...
Factors in pedestrian-friendliness
A mini-manual describing the many features/factors that affect pedestrians at a side road junction.
robertweetman.wordpress.com
December 2, 2025 at 2:27 PM
The next in a series of blog posts about our work with @robertweetman.mastodon.scot.ap.brid.gy on pedestrian friendly side road junction design.
In this post, Robert takes a deeper dive into the factors which influence pedestrian friendliness.
robertweetman.wordpress.com/2025/12/02/f...
In this post, Robert takes a deeper dive into the factors which influence pedestrian friendliness.
robertweetman.wordpress.com/2025/12/02/f...
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By the way, the Christmas tree in Kyiv is almost ready.
I saw it yesterday.
The official opening is coming soon (no announcements, of course)
I saw it yesterday.
The official opening is coming soon (no announcements, of course)
November 30, 2025 at 4:47 PM
By the way, the Christmas tree in Kyiv is almost ready.
I saw it yesterday.
The official opening is coming soon (no announcements, of course)
I saw it yesterday.
The official opening is coming soon (no announcements, of course)
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Maybe we should build HS2 in full and increase capacity on the network. It was never just about speed.
Soon-to-be-axed 7am Manchester-London train will still run – but without passengers
Soon-to-be-axed 7am Manchester-London train will still run – but without passengers
Exclusive: Rail regulator pulls Avanti service from timetable from mid-December but it is needed for staff travel
The good news for rail travel between Manchester and London is that a morning train will continue to link England’s biggest cities in under two hours. The bad news: passengers will no longer be able to get onboard.
The rail regulator has axed one of Britain’s fastest and most lucrative intercity services, the 7am Avanti West Coast from Manchester Piccadilly to London Euston, as part of a timetable shake-up that will take effect in mid-December. Continue reading...
www.theguardian.com
November 29, 2025 at 11:48 AM
Maybe we should build HS2 in full and increase capacity on the network. It was never just about speed.
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NEW – UK budget 2025: Key climate and energy announcements | @daisydunne.carbonbrief.org @joshgabbatiss.bsky.social @mollylempriere.carbonbrief.org @drsimevans.carbonbrief.org
Read here: buff.ly/unfZgrv
Read here: buff.ly/unfZgrv
November 26, 2025 at 5:15 PM
NEW – UK budget 2025: Key climate and energy announcements | @daisydunne.carbonbrief.org @joshgabbatiss.bsky.social @mollylempriere.carbonbrief.org @drsimevans.carbonbrief.org
Read here: buff.ly/unfZgrv
Read here: buff.ly/unfZgrv
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In January, the council gave permission for 68 flats to be built on a riverside concrete fabrication works in Bristol, with ZERO %‘affordable’. Now tho…
www.bristolpost.co.uk/news/bristol...
www.bristolpost.co.uk/news/bristol...
All the new apartments at riverside site will be 'affordable' after deal struck
Councillors gave permission despite there being no 'affordable housing' included, now it's going to be 100% 'affordable'
www.bristolpost.co.uk
November 22, 2025 at 9:45 AM
In January, the council gave permission for 68 flats to be built on a riverside concrete fabrication works in Bristol, with ZERO %‘affordable’. Now tho…
www.bristolpost.co.uk/news/bristol...
www.bristolpost.co.uk/news/bristol...
#OTD 20 Nov 1804 Elizabeth Emra was born in St Pauls #Bristol where her father was curate. The family moved to St George in 1809. As 'The Country Parson's Daughter' Elizabeth wrote 'Scenes in our Parish' describing St George & the lives of people who lived there.
www.troopers-hill.org.uk/emra/
www.troopers-hill.org.uk/emra/
Elizabeth Emra & the Emra Family
www.troopers-hill.org.uk
November 20, 2025 at 9:14 PM
#OTD 20 Nov 1804 Elizabeth Emra was born in St Pauls #Bristol where her father was curate. The family moved to St George in 1809. As 'The Country Parson's Daughter' Elizabeth wrote 'Scenes in our Parish' describing St George & the lives of people who lived there.
www.troopers-hill.org.uk/emra/
www.troopers-hill.org.uk/emra/
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Norman Routledge who played a key role in preserving some of Bristol's historic buildings & set up the Bristol Historic Buildings Trust (BHBT) has died age 68. 👇
BBC News - Well-known Bristol historic building restoration specialist dies - BBC News
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
BBC News - Well-known Bristol historic building restoration specialist dies - BBC News
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
Well-known Bristol historic building restoration specialist dies
He is responsible for saving some of Bristol's best-loved buildings.
www.bbc.co.uk
November 16, 2025 at 5:29 PM
Norman Routledge who played a key role in preserving some of Bristol's historic buildings & set up the Bristol Historic Buildings Trust (BHBT) has died age 68. 👇
BBC News - Well-known Bristol historic building restoration specialist dies - BBC News
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
BBC News - Well-known Bristol historic building restoration specialist dies - BBC News
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
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This is @caralavan.bsky.social not holding back about the East Bristol Liveable Neighbourhood truths.
Bristol Labour need to get on board for the scheme they instigated and voted for. www.bristol247.com/opinion/your...
Bristol Labour need to get on board for the scheme they instigated and voted for. www.bristol247.com/opinion/your...
'Labour MPs should work with the council, not against, to decide the future of the EBLN'
A Green councillor for St George Central responds to criticism from the MP for Bristol East
www.bristol247.com
November 16, 2025 at 7:52 PM
This is @caralavan.bsky.social not holding back about the East Bristol Liveable Neighbourhood truths.
Bristol Labour need to get on board for the scheme they instigated and voted for. www.bristol247.com/opinion/your...
Bristol Labour need to get on board for the scheme they instigated and voted for. www.bristol247.com/opinion/your...
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I've been collecting pandemic era signs that nobody can be bothered to take down or remove. There's something grimly fascinating about this. Putting them up was urgent and important; removing them is nobody's job. How long will some of these hang around?
November 15, 2025 at 8:58 AM
I've been collecting pandemic era signs that nobody can be bothered to take down or remove. There's something grimly fascinating about this. Putting them up was urgent and important; removing them is nobody's job. How long will some of these hang around?
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How can collaboration turn local spaces into thriving, community-led green places where people are proud to live?
Join us 1 Dec to explore how co-design, volunteering and stewardship can create more resilient, inclusive, and loved places. Book your spot.
naturetownsandcities.org.uk/event/growin...
Join us 1 Dec to explore how co-design, volunteering and stewardship can create more resilient, inclusive, and loved places. Book your spot.
naturetownsandcities.org.uk/event/growin...
November 14, 2025 at 9:39 AM
How can collaboration turn local spaces into thriving, community-led green places where people are proud to live?
Join us 1 Dec to explore how co-design, volunteering and stewardship can create more resilient, inclusive, and loved places. Book your spot.
naturetownsandcities.org.uk/event/growin...
Join us 1 Dec to explore how co-design, volunteering and stewardship can create more resilient, inclusive, and loved places. Book your spot.
naturetownsandcities.org.uk/event/growin...
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A hard night in Kyiv.
We’re under massive attack.
The mayor reports damage across the city.
It feels like being trapped inside a strange game –
only this game is reality.
We’re under massive attack.
The mayor reports damage across the city.
It feels like being trapped inside a strange game –
only this game is reality.
November 13, 2025 at 11:46 PM
A hard night in Kyiv.
We’re under massive attack.
The mayor reports damage across the city.
It feels like being trapped inside a strange game –
only this game is reality.
We’re under massive attack.
The mayor reports damage across the city.
It feels like being trapped inside a strange game –
only this game is reality.
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“Labour is abandoning the progressive and inclusive values their party was based on.”
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
Bristol Labour councillor re-instated after racist comment
Fabian Breckels was suspended in October over a comment he wrote on Facebook.
www.bbc.co.uk
November 11, 2025 at 5:23 PM
“Labour is abandoning the progressive and inclusive values their party was based on.”
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
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I’m really proud that my article is the most read today on BS/247. I was so worried no one would read it. This just proves that people care about nature and want to protect it.
Apologies to ‘Work to install bike paths starting soon’ you had a good run 😂
www.bristol247.com/opinion/your...
Apologies to ‘Work to install bike paths starting soon’ you had a good run 😂
www.bristol247.com/opinion/your...
November 9, 2025 at 6:38 PM
I’m really proud that my article is the most read today on BS/247. I was so worried no one would read it. This just proves that people care about nature and want to protect it.
Apologies to ‘Work to install bike paths starting soon’ you had a good run 😂
www.bristol247.com/opinion/your...
Apologies to ‘Work to install bike paths starting soon’ you had a good run 😂
www.bristol247.com/opinion/your...
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I see that Councillor Breckels has been re-admitted to the Labour group after being suspended and is no longer an Independent. What was the outcome of the investigation? www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
Bristol Labour councillor suspended over racist comment
Councillor Fabian Breckels is being investigated over a comment he made on Facebook.
www.bbc.co.uk
November 9, 2025 at 7:06 PM
I see that Councillor Breckels has been re-admitted to the Labour group after being suspended and is no longer an Independent. What was the outcome of the investigation? www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
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Great piece by my colleague Lorraine Francis, Green councillor for Eastville
www.bristol247.com/opinion/your...
www.bristol247.com/opinion/your...
'It is the greed of a privileged few, not immigration, that is Britain’s problem'
Lorraine Francis urges Bristol to continue to face up to historical hard truths
www.bristol247.com
November 7, 2025 at 6:39 PM
Great piece by my colleague Lorraine Francis, Green councillor for Eastville
www.bristol247.com/opinion/your...
www.bristol247.com/opinion/your...
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I mean, in what universe does a train leaving 1 min after another, going to the same place, but arriving 10 mins later, cost £94.70 more?? 😡
November 2, 2025 at 5:31 PM
I mean, in what universe does a train leaving 1 min after another, going to the same place, but arriving 10 mins later, cost £94.70 more?? 😡
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East Bristol dog folks. St George Park 2pm.
Some of the dog owners we're friends with are raising money for Bristol Animal Rescue Centre selling cakes and home made dog treats.
Our house has stunk of cakes and peanut butter dog biscuits all week.
Donation link in next post.
Some of the dog owners we're friends with are raising money for Bristol Animal Rescue Centre selling cakes and home made dog treats.
Our house has stunk of cakes and peanut butter dog biscuits all week.
Donation link in next post.
November 2, 2025 at 9:06 AM
East Bristol dog folks. St George Park 2pm.
Some of the dog owners we're friends with are raising money for Bristol Animal Rescue Centre selling cakes and home made dog treats.
Our house has stunk of cakes and peanut butter dog biscuits all week.
Donation link in next post.
Some of the dog owners we're friends with are raising money for Bristol Animal Rescue Centre selling cakes and home made dog treats.
Our house has stunk of cakes and peanut butter dog biscuits all week.
Donation link in next post.
Great bit of research, actually showing total numbers rather than numbers of species.
"Cities appeared to have higher insect numbers than homogenous agricultural land, which is likely to offer less diverse habitat"
"Cities appeared to have higher insect numbers than homogenous agricultural land, which is likely to offer less diverse habitat"
Night-flying insects over UK in decline, weather radar study reveals
Night-flying insects over UK in decline, weather radar study reveals
Study of Met Office data one of first to show how nocturnal insects affected by factors such as light pollution
Scientists have used Met Office radar data to track the trillions of insects flying above the UK for the first time, revealing a concerning decline in nocturnal species.
The team repurposed data from the UK’s network of 15 weather surveillance radars, which scan the sky hundreds of times a day. Continue reading...
www.theguardian.com
October 27, 2025 at 11:56 AM
Great bit of research, actually showing total numbers rather than numbers of species.
"Cities appeared to have higher insect numbers than homogenous agricultural land, which is likely to offer less diverse habitat"
"Cities appeared to have higher insect numbers than homogenous agricultural land, which is likely to offer less diverse habitat"