Liz Green
@lizsgreen.bsky.social
Councillor, Trainer & Facilitator in Local Government; likes murders in my books and on TV; occasional gardener and DIYer; husband & teenage kids; living in London, Uk
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This will be my motto for 2026. Don't startle the day by seizing it, have a coffee and approach it slowly.
Just finished The Night Shift by Robert Enright. Recommended by colleague. A little too 'one man, good intentions, loner, fights crime, lots of guns & ex-army" for me. British Jack Reacher. Once it got going, was OK, but would have liked a bit more intelligence & puzzles and less guns.
#bookreview
#bookreview
January 25, 2026 at 8:33 PM
Just finished The Night Shift by Robert Enright. Recommended by colleague. A little too 'one man, good intentions, loner, fights crime, lots of guns & ex-army" for me. British Jack Reacher. Once it got going, was OK, but would have liked a bit more intelligence & puzzles and less guns.
#bookreview
#bookreview
The Christmas Appeal by Janice Hallett.
Very quick read, started it yesterday and not reading constantly. Didn't find it was good as others by her. Entertaining enough, but not enthralling. #bookreview
Very quick read, started it yesterday and not reading constantly. Didn't find it was good as others by her. Entertaining enough, but not enthralling. #bookreview
January 16, 2026 at 4:12 PM
The Christmas Appeal by Janice Hallett.
Very quick read, started it yesterday and not reading constantly. Didn't find it was good as others by her. Entertaining enough, but not enthralling. #bookreview
Very quick read, started it yesterday and not reading constantly. Didn't find it was good as others by her. Entertaining enough, but not enthralling. #bookreview
Next book in the DCI Banks series finished. Past Reason Hated by Peter Robinson.
Series is all very similar, but the twists & turns in the investigations make it a good read. Written in the late 80's, but amount of drinking & smoking whilst on duty by police is shocking!
#bookreview
Series is all very similar, but the twists & turns in the investigations make it a good read. Written in the late 80's, but amount of drinking & smoking whilst on duty by police is shocking!
#bookreview
January 10, 2026 at 7:01 PM
Next book in the DCI Banks series finished. Past Reason Hated by Peter Robinson.
Series is all very similar, but the twists & turns in the investigations make it a good read. Written in the late 80's, but amount of drinking & smoking whilst on duty by police is shocking!
#bookreview
Series is all very similar, but the twists & turns in the investigations make it a good read. Written in the late 80's, but amount of drinking & smoking whilst on duty by police is shocking!
#bookreview
Just finished The Hanging Valley by Peter Robinson. Took about 2 days.
Good standard crime fiction. Less a twist at the end and more solid plot moving along nicely.
Also signed up to Goodreads app.
#bookreview.
Good standard crime fiction. Less a twist at the end and more solid plot moving along nicely.
Also signed up to Goodreads app.
#bookreview.
January 5, 2026 at 12:30 AM
Just finished The Hanging Valley by Peter Robinson. Took about 2 days.
Good standard crime fiction. Less a twist at the end and more solid plot moving along nicely.
Also signed up to Goodreads app.
#bookreview.
Good standard crime fiction. Less a twist at the end and more solid plot moving along nicely.
Also signed up to Goodreads app.
#bookreview.
This will be my motto for 2026. Don't startle the day by seizing it, have a coffee and approach it slowly.
January 1, 2026 at 2:32 PM
This will be my motto for 2026. Don't startle the day by seizing it, have a coffee and approach it slowly.
Just finished Dead Souls by Angela Marsons.
A good police murder story. Lots of competing lines, with various police officers so found that a bit confusing as read over more than a week. Came together satisfyingly at the end, if a bit gung-ho from key police.
From Surbiton Library.
#bookreview
A good police murder story. Lots of competing lines, with various police officers so found that a bit confusing as read over more than a week. Came together satisfyingly at the end, if a bit gung-ho from key police.
From Surbiton Library.
#bookreview
December 26, 2025 at 8:32 PM
Just finished Dead Souls by Angela Marsons.
A good police murder story. Lots of competing lines, with various police officers so found that a bit confusing as read over more than a week. Came together satisfyingly at the end, if a bit gung-ho from key police.
From Surbiton Library.
#bookreview
A good police murder story. Lots of competing lines, with various police officers so found that a bit confusing as read over more than a week. Came together satisfyingly at the end, if a bit gung-ho from key police.
From Surbiton Library.
#bookreview
Never liked Brussels sprouts. Decided today (Turkey dinner was boxing day as 3 birds yesterday with normal roast sides) to try what people say about roasting with bacon and garlic oil. Threw in some carrots as well. It was great. I'm gonna definitely do that again.
December 26, 2025 at 6:33 PM
Never liked Brussels sprouts. Decided today (Turkey dinner was boxing day as 3 birds yesterday with normal roast sides) to try what people say about roasting with bacon and garlic oil. Threw in some carrots as well. It was great. I'm gonna definitely do that again.
Just finished The Killer Question by Janice Hallett.
Good fun read using alternative format of texts, police statements and emails.
Started a bit slow and character development took a while (kept having to refer back), but great twists towards the end.
From Surbiton Library.
#bookreview
Good fun read using alternative format of texts, police statements and emails.
Started a bit slow and character development took a while (kept having to refer back), but great twists towards the end.
From Surbiton Library.
#bookreview
December 12, 2025 at 8:58 PM
Just finished The Killer Question by Janice Hallett.
Good fun read using alternative format of texts, police statements and emails.
Started a bit slow and character development took a while (kept having to refer back), but great twists towards the end.
From Surbiton Library.
#bookreview
Good fun read using alternative format of texts, police statements and emails.
Started a bit slow and character development took a while (kept having to refer back), but great twists towards the end.
From Surbiton Library.
#bookreview
Been to a family wedding at Wilderhope Manor near Much Wenlock in Shropshire. An absolutely lovely building owned by @nationaltrust.org.uk managed by Youth Hostel Association.
Wedding was lovely as well.
Wedding was lovely as well.
November 14, 2025 at 5:42 PM
Been to a family wedding at Wilderhope Manor near Much Wenlock in Shropshire. An absolutely lovely building owned by @nationaltrust.org.uk managed by Youth Hostel Association.
Wedding was lovely as well.
Wedding was lovely as well.
At @local.gov.uk Peer Member conference. Great to learn what is happening in local government support services and great to see friends from across the country @libdemlocalgov.bsky.social
November 4, 2025 at 2:58 PM
At @local.gov.uk Peer Member conference. Great to learn what is happening in local government support services and great to see friends from across the country @libdemlocalgov.bsky.social
Reposted by Liz Green
Spaces are still available on the Local Government Association Young Councillors (40 and under) Weekender Event taking place on 1-2 November at Warwick Conferences.
For more info or to book email [email protected]
www.local.gov.uk/our-support/...
For more info or to book email [email protected]
www.local.gov.uk/our-support/...
Young councillors – weekender events
This popular annual event is a must for young councillors aged 40 and under who are interested in building their knowledge, skills and councillor networks. The next event will be held on Saturday 1 No...
www.local.gov.uk
October 28, 2025 at 7:29 PM
Spaces are still available on the Local Government Association Young Councillors (40 and under) Weekender Event taking place on 1-2 November at Warwick Conferences.
For more info or to book email [email protected]
www.local.gov.uk/our-support/...
For more info or to book email [email protected]
www.local.gov.uk/our-support/...
I love that these old signs showing destination of Diatrict Line London underground trains still work. Even though the modern version is in the background, I still check this one.
October 24, 2025 at 2:10 PM
I love that these old signs showing destination of Diatrict Line London underground trains still work. Even though the modern version is in the background, I still check this one.
I am not having a good day for a multitude of reasons, all coming together at the same time. I just want to scream it into the void that is my bluesky account! Not for sympathy.
October 22, 2025 at 5:02 PM
I am not having a good day for a multitude of reasons, all coming together at the same time. I just want to scream it into the void that is my bluesky account! Not for sympathy.
Is this a spider egg sac?
September 22, 2025 at 2:54 PM
Is this a spider egg sac?
Everyone should register to vote. Next May's elections in London councils will be the most interesting for while, so if you want a say in who runs your Council, register to vote!
🗳️ It's London Voter Registration Week!
Why vote?
Because your vote is your voice, your power, and your community's future.
Find out more👉https://registertovote.london
Why vote?
Because your vote is your voice, your power, and your community's future.
Find out more👉https://registertovote.london
September 18, 2025 at 10:34 AM
Everyone should register to vote. Next May's elections in London councils will be the most interesting for while, so if you want a say in who runs your Council, register to vote!
The Kingston River Festival and Kingston Carnival last weekend were both superb. Loads of people out for both of them, enjoying all Kingston has to offer. Culture team at Kingston Council, KREC & River users all worked hard to put on these events, so on behalf of the hoards of attending - thank you.
September 9, 2025 at 5:37 PM
The Kingston River Festival and Kingston Carnival last weekend were both superb. Loads of people out for both of them, enjoying all Kingston has to offer. Culture team at Kingston Council, KREC & River users all worked hard to put on these events, so on behalf of the hoards of attending - thank you.
Reposted by Liz Green
We’re running a fully funded residential programme with Arts Council England for councillors with culture & library responsibilities.
📍 Warwick Conferences, Coventry
📅 21–22 October 2025
A chance to grow your leadership skills & build networks.
ℹ️https://orlo.uk/qxl5A
📍 Warwick Conferences, Coventry
📅 21–22 October 2025
A chance to grow your leadership skills & build networks.
ℹ️https://orlo.uk/qxl5A
September 5, 2025 at 9:02 AM
We’re running a fully funded residential programme with Arts Council England for councillors with culture & library responsibilities.
📍 Warwick Conferences, Coventry
📅 21–22 October 2025
A chance to grow your leadership skills & build networks.
ℹ️https://orlo.uk/qxl5A
📍 Warwick Conferences, Coventry
📅 21–22 October 2025
A chance to grow your leadership skills & build networks.
ℹ️https://orlo.uk/qxl5A
On this day 1100 years ago King Athelstan was crowned in Kingston upon Thames. He went on to become the first King of all England in 927.
Fair to say this is way more important than William the Conquerer in 1066.
Annoying that we don't seem to teach this in schools, but today was about celebrating.
Fair to say this is way more important than William the Conquerer in 1066.
Annoying that we don't seem to teach this in schools, but today was about celebrating.
September 4, 2025 at 5:56 PM
On this day 1100 years ago King Athelstan was crowned in Kingston upon Thames. He went on to become the first King of all England in 927.
Fair to say this is way more important than William the Conquerer in 1066.
Annoying that we don't seem to teach this in schools, but today was about celebrating.
Fair to say this is way more important than William the Conquerer in 1066.
Annoying that we don't seem to teach this in schools, but today was about celebrating.
I'm getting better at watching myself on video!
📺 In our latest Board Spotlight, Cllr Liz Green, Chair of the Culture, Tourism & Sport Board, reflects on key achievements from 2024/25.
From strong partnerships to the vital role culture, sport & tourism play in our communities, she shares key achievements & what’s next.
From strong partnerships to the vital role culture, sport & tourism play in our communities, she shares key achievements & what’s next.
August 26, 2025 at 12:28 PM
I'm getting better at watching myself on video!
From old bed slats to shoe rack.
August 3, 2025 at 8:32 PM
From old bed slats to shoe rack.
We got new sofas recently and rather than dump the old ones (which had broken springs, so couldn't give to others) I took it apart for the wood.
Turns out the old arm rests were boxes that with a little modification and some old paint made great new side tables with shelves. Feeling a bit smug! 😁
Turns out the old arm rests were boxes that with a little modification and some old paint made great new side tables with shelves. Feeling a bit smug! 😁
July 29, 2025 at 8:30 PM
We got new sofas recently and rather than dump the old ones (which had broken springs, so couldn't give to others) I took it apart for the wood.
Turns out the old arm rests were boxes that with a little modification and some old paint made great new side tables with shelves. Feeling a bit smug! 😁
Turns out the old arm rests were boxes that with a little modification and some old paint made great new side tables with shelves. Feeling a bit smug! 😁
Athelstan Saxon fair on in Kingston's Canbury Gardens this weekend. Saxon encampment and reenactment, falconry, local groups, music.
#Athelstan2025 celebrating 1100 years since the crowning of King Athelstan in Kingston-upon-Thames
#Athelstan2025 celebrating 1100 years since the crowning of King Athelstan in Kingston-upon-Thames
July 26, 2025 at 1:13 PM
Athelstan Saxon fair on in Kingston's Canbury Gardens this weekend. Saxon encampment and reenactment, falconry, local groups, music.
#Athelstan2025 celebrating 1100 years since the crowning of King Athelstan in Kingston-upon-Thames
#Athelstan2025 celebrating 1100 years since the crowning of King Athelstan in Kingston-upon-Thames
Role play chairing skills session at recent training went a little askew.
Participants took to their roles a little too enthusiastically. I had to try to manage the most domineering, aggressive and rambling councillors ever seen.
Ended in laughter, so became part chairing skills, part therapy.
Participants took to their roles a little too enthusiastically. I had to try to manage the most domineering, aggressive and rambling councillors ever seen.
Ended in laughter, so became part chairing skills, part therapy.
July 18, 2025 at 7:25 PM
Role play chairing skills session at recent training went a little askew.
Participants took to their roles a little too enthusiastically. I had to try to manage the most domineering, aggressive and rambling councillors ever seen.
Ended in laughter, so became part chairing skills, part therapy.
Participants took to their roles a little too enthusiastically. I had to try to manage the most domineering, aggressive and rambling councillors ever seen.
Ended in laughter, so became part chairing skills, part therapy.
Wonderful to see John Azah receive Freedom of Kingston Borough at Kingston Council meeting. John is not only a great person, his work at Kingston Racial Equality Council over decades has made our whole borough a better place. A well deserved honour.
July 8, 2025 at 7:11 PM
Wonderful to see John Azah receive Freedom of Kingston Borough at Kingston Council meeting. John is not only a great person, his work at Kingston Racial Equality Council over decades has made our whole borough a better place. A well deserved honour.
Fascinating as always at @royalsociety.org #summerscienceshow
Great to see and hear about the innovations and their practical real world applications.
Great to see and hear about the innovations and their practical real world applications.
July 6, 2025 at 1:53 PM
Fascinating as always at @royalsociety.org #summerscienceshow
Great to see and hear about the innovations and their practical real world applications.
Great to see and hear about the innovations and their practical real world applications.