To our trans communities: we see you and we value you. 🏳️⚧️
I’m delighted to be running a virtual writing retreat for @srhe.bsky.social this Friday, 1 May 2026, 10:00-12:45 BST. Details at srhe.ac.uk/civicrm/?civ.... Places still available and free to SRHE members!
BREAKING: Second Ever Green Mayor Win 🎉
Liam Shrivastava has been elected Mayor of Lewisham – huge congratulations!
Curious from the Guardian.
I didn't "warn the party" - it wasn't a party meeting!
I said progressives needed to separate those thinking about voting Reform from the Reform leadership.
I didn't say we "need to seek to understand" - pretty clear it's about inequality.
Other than that - perfect!
Everone who teaches Arts and Humanities in HE is horrified by these cuts. It is vital that students across the country can access this kind of education. Please sign.
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#EnglishCreates: Futures
We’re delighted to welcome Dr Richard Jones (Open University) as this month’s curator.
His first post explores the topic of ‘lifelong learning’ in English - how reading enriches our sense of time and self.
Read more: universityenglish.ac.uk/lifelong-lea...
Absolutely phenomenal result!
Liam has run a powerhouse, community driven campaign.
And he's going to be a brilliant Mayor for Lewisham.
Lets go! 💚🥳
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BREAKING: Labour has lost Lewisham council to the Green Party after holding it for 55 years
A greatresult for Lewisham
www.salamandernews.org/lewisham-ele...