Amanda Prest @amandaprest.bsky.social
Think Digital Partners @thinkdigitalptns.bsky.social Connecting the public sector technology community through news, events and insights on digital transformation, AI, cybersecurity and more.
Postscript @madeinpostscript.bsky.social 🖼️All-in-one creative suite web app
Socials Post Maker • Book Formatter • Cover Designer • Photo Editor & more
No AI. No subscription. Free to use
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Liberal Democrat Conference 🔶 @conference.libdems.org.uk The latest updates from @LibDems.org.uk Federal Conference 🔶 #LDConf
Promoted by Liberal Democrats, 66 Buckingham Gate, SW1E 6AU.
www.libdems.org.uk/conference
Feed of #LDConf: https://bit.ly/ldconffeed
Our BTS insta: https://bit.ly/ldconfbts
Chris Daly @chrisdaly888.bsky.social
Dave Blackwell @daveblackwell.bsky.social Medical Engineer and Indie Author from Kent, UK. I am profoundly deaf and write comedy based on my experiences.
The Hospital is now available - check it out.
Tom Godwin @tomgodwin.bsky.social Proud to be part of the physical activity sector, devoted to raising standards through quality #education. Part of team Future Fit. Views my own!
The Food Foundation @foodfoundation.bsky.social Working to change food policy and business practice to ensure everyone in the UK can afford and access healthy and sustainable food
🍏🗣️🫘📊📢🛒💚 - https://linktr.ee/FoodFoundation
Kevin Rigotti @kevin-rigotti.wsocial.eu Experienced engineer specialising in user research and user safety.
Alumnus of a few universities, a scientific Civil Service, and industry.
Likely to have strong opinions about systemic risk.
Will Phillips @will-phillips.bsky.social Policy researcher in Greater Manchester, interested in education, skills, labour markets, social mobility and inequality. Midlander. Football, music, politics & history outside of work. He/him
SARA @talktosara.bsky.social Supporting survivors of sexual violence across Greater Manchester
www.talktosara.org
Transport for All @transportforall.org.uk The disabled-led group breaking down barriers and transforming the transport system so disabled people can travel with freedom, dignity, ease and confidence.
Join our community for transport justice: https://www.transportforall.org.uk
Icons of Change News Network™ @iconsofchange.bsky.social Global Changemakers news and inspiring stories on SDGs & sustainable impact powered by the Icons of Change International
https://www.facebook.com/TheIconsOfChange
Tandem Theatre @tandemtheatre.bsky.social Community arts charity working across Greater Manchester to facilitate creativity with communities facing challenges
Sanjush Dalmia @sanjushdalmia.bsky.social Science, Innovation and AI Policy | Committee @labourcid.bsky.social and Labour Digital | Fellow @britishprogress.org | NHS Doctor and Medical Researcher
Former Science Policy Advisor to Labour
Manchester / Leeds
sanjushdalmia.com
@piltdowncity.bsky.social @piltdowncity.bsky.social
Repost! Repost! @repostrepost.bsky.social Frederick Post: Amateur, Dabbler and Dilettante. Mostly Reposts + Images + Occasional AI Slop.
Gemma Gates @gemmagates.bsky.social Policy Officer at Urban Transport Group, the UK’s network of transport authorities 🌱🚂
magnetron21 @markwolves.bsky.social Facts, Truth, Justice. Three amazing daughters who are, of course, everything to their Dad.
Louise @simmsla.eurosky.social Retired NHS GP.
Merseyside.
IMMDS. Patient safety
https://www.immdsreview.org.uk/downloads/IMMDSReview_Web.pdf https://www.blood.co.uk/
Manchester Cancer Research Centre @mcrcnews.bsky.social We're a partnership between The University of Manchester, Cancer Research UK and The Christie NHS Foundation Trust.
Est: 2006
Director: Professor Rob Bristow
🖥️ https://www.mcrc.manchester.ac.uk/
Efstratios Athanasakis @efstratiosathan.bsky.social Research Nurse @MFT_Research @ManchesterBRC MARM Graduate@UoN_SHS #researchmethods #research #ECRPathway22 #medicationsafety
Merseyside Sports Partnership @merseysidesport.bsky.social Working collaboratively to enable active lives for all across the Liverpool City Region.
Junior Einsteins Science Club® @junioreinsteins.bsky.social Award-winning Science events for kids. Founded Ireland☘️ Scientist, Mum, speaker United Nations 🇺🇳 Fun, messy, screen-free hands-on, STEM fun Ireland 🇮🇪 UK 🇬🇧 Canada 🇨🇦 Saudi Arabia 🇸🇦 Luxembourg 🇱🇺 Ukraine 🇺🇦 International Schools partnerships. Franchise.
@decibelz.bsky.social @decibelz.bsky.social
The High Street Consultancy @highstconsultancy.bsky.social A group of leading place professionals, with a track record in delivering specialist support to help towns and high streets across the country to thrive and survive. https://www.thehighstreetconsultancy.co.uk/
NIHR ARC Greater Manchester @arc-gm.bsky.social We support applied research that responds to the needs of the Greater Manchester health and care system and population.
Bennett School of Public Policy, University of Cambridge @bennettschool.cam.ac.uk Public policy research, teaching and engagement, enabling the right kind of growth, fairly shared. bennettschool.cam.ac.uk
A̵̠ͣn̝̩̅t̶h͎r͆́̒ỏ̷͡.̡̡̏á͝҉.̶̦҉p̭̃ô̯̓l͠o̳̒g̴y͐̂̐ @skouwski.bsky.social Interdisciplinary Practitioner | Civic Particptor
Research@LivUni @livuniresearch.bsky.social Original thinking, real world impact
https://linktr.ee/livuniresearch
Print Play Protect @printplayprotect.bsky.social We make cool tabletop items :D
@banjotim.bsky.social @banjotim.bsky.social
Alma Economics @almaeconomics.bsky.social We combine unparalleled analytical expertise with the ability to communicate complex ideas clearly.
Afzal Khan MP @afzalkhanmcr.bsky.social MP for Manchester Rusholme | Awarded Labour MP of the Year 2024
Bogtrotter @adam212.bsky.social Frequenting bogs.
ESCoE @escoeorg.bsky.social The Economic Statistics Centre of Excellence (ESCoE) is a research centre hosted at King's College London and supported by the ONS.
We provide research on economic statistics for the modern economy. 📈
Empowered Conversations CIC @empconvs.bsky.social We support families affected by dementia to stay well, stay connected and stay together for longer by delivering evidence based communication courses, one to one dementia focused therapeutic support, a carers voice group and a bereavement group.
The Productivity Institute @productivity.bsky.social ESRC-funded research organisation bringing together world-leading experts from a range of disciplines and backgrounds. Headquarters at Alliance Manchester Business School.
Orange Avocado @orange-avocado.bsky.social
Independent Age @independentage.bsky.social UK charity tackling the hidden reality of poverty in later life with advice, campaigns and grants.
Call our free Helpline on 0800 319 6789
https://www.independentage.org/
Cooperative Councils’ Innovation Network @coopcouncils.bsky.social The cross-party voice for cooperation in local and regional government. Open to all UK councils and cooperative organisations.
Pritesh Patel @ptunited.bsky.social Supporting local people,communities & partners to #MoveMoreFeelBetter & #LiveWell
Proud to be #TeamOldham
Passionate about Sport, Photography & Good Food.
Trustee for the fabulous @themet
Views my own
Kate Ardern@KateAlvanley @ardernkate.bsky.social Public health doctor, hon Professor @salforduniversity, health policy wonk, former Director of Public Health, Scouser & @FT Women of 2020 ❤️all arts especially music & film, wildlife, photography, history, politics & sci-fi
Darren Pullman @darrenpullman.bsky.social Pro EU, Solar powered EV driver.
Oldham Coliseum Theatre @oldhamcoliseum.bsky.social Providing professional, award winning live theatre, entertainment and education in Oldham since 1885.
https://linktr.ee/oldhamcoliseumtheatre?utm_source=linktree_profile_share<sid=0e8ba4b7-db0c-4680-b8bb-4b11ffbbe5ff
Power to Change @powertochange.org.uk We are the think-do tank that backs community business. We turn bold ideas into action so communities have the power to change what matters to them.
powertochange.org.uk
Sarah Kirkland @sarahinotley.bsky.social Northern, liberal, europhile. Love my poodle, reading, growing veg, science & history. Aprendiendo español 🇪🇺 🐩🇪🇦💚Trying to normalise dementia research participation.
University of Manchester School of Social Sciences @uomsoss.bsky.social Home to Criminology, Social Statistics, Economics, Philosophy, Politics, Law, Social Anthropology and Sociology at
@official-uom.bsky.social
https://www.socialsciences.manchester.ac.uk/
@kathmbrom.bsky.social @kathmbrom.bsky.social Manc mum of four working around inclusion. Trying to make the world a better place whilst also being a positive disrupter. Not everyone's cup of tea but trying to be ok with that. 🌹💕🕊️🌹
@dementiaunited.bsky.social @dementiaunited.bsky.social Dementia United is Greater Manchester Integrated Care Partnership’s programme for dementia. We’re working to make Greater Manchester the best place to live for everyone affected by dementia.
UNISON Manchester Metropolitan University @unisonmmu.bsky.social The branch of UNISON for professional services staff at Manchester Metropolitan University, the students' union and the Royal Northern College of Music. All posts are our own.
Word of Warning (hÅb) @warnmcr.bsky.social Roaming Performance Programme and Weekly Warning signpost to events in Manchester + beyond… By hÅb. #ACEsupported
🔗 wordofwarning.org
Dr Robin A Hadley @drrobinhadley1.bsky.social Social gerontologist, academic, consultant, researcher, writer.
Author, 'How is a man supposed to be a man? Male childlessness a Life Course Disrupted': https://bit.ly/3aa3TfO
Website: https://www.robinhadley.co.uk/
Links: http://linktr.ee/robinahadley
@punkpreacher.bsky.social @punkpreacher.bsky.social
Renters' Reform Coalition @rentersreformco.bsky.social We are a coalition of 18 organisations campaigning for private renting reform. We want safe, secure and affordable homes for all 🏡
https://rentersreformcoalition.co.uk/
Prachi Bhatnagar @prachib.bsky.social NUAcT fellow in cities and place at Newcastle University. Researching how to reduce health inequalities in cities. Also a painter, occasional blogger and mum of 2 children.
We're Right Here @right-here.org The campaign for community power. Driving forward landmark legislation that will give everyone the right to shape the place they live. https://www.right-here.org/
Ian Johnson @ianjohnson9.bsky.social
Open Research and Public Engagement Roadmap @engagedroadmap.bsky.social Co-Creating Ireland's Public Involvement in Open Research Roadmap
ENGAGED is building a national roadmap to shape public involvement in open research in Ireland. We believe that research can and does play an important role in tackling societal challenges.
The Data City @thedatacity.bsky.social We tell you what companies do. Real-time data on companies and emerging sectors. thedatacity.com
Kathryn Cheetham (she/her) @kathryncheetham.bsky.social Collaborate. Design. Innovate. Building relationships that improve lives. Catalyst for change towards inclusive and innovative solutions for good, growth and sustainability. Currently Strategic Lead for Welfare and Employment at National Citizen’s Advice.
Lancaster University Business and Innovation @lancsunibusiness.bsky.social
N8 Research Partnership @n8research.bsky.social A collaboration of the 8 most research-intensive universities in Northern England: Durham, Lancaster, Leeds, Liverpool, Manchester, Newcastle, Sheffield & York
n8research.org.uk
The Thomas Ashton Institute for Risk and Regulatory Research @thomasashtoninst.bsky.social A unique partnership between the University of Manchester and the Health and Safety Executive to deliver research, learning and regulatory insights that widen the global conversation to enable a better working world.
https://www.ashtoninstitute.ac.uk/
SALIENT-Hub @salient-hub.bsky.social UKRI's Building a Secure and Resilient World: Research and co-ordination hub, a collaboration of the universities of Manchester, Bristol, Exeter, and Sussex. Our work focuses on national security and resilience through a human-centred systems approach.
Cyberflaneurs @cyberflaneurs.bsky.social
Kevin Keith @kevkeith.bsky.social Passionate about building trust. Chair, opengovernment.org.uk; Co-Chair, UK Multi-Stakeholder Forum; Writer, published articles on KevKeith.com; Governor Warrington & Halton NHS Trust; Trustee, homelessness charity, The Papercup Project. LFC #YNWA
Manchester Metropolitan University @manmetuni.bsky.social
Mayor of York and North Yorkshire, David Skaith @ynymayor.bsky.social Official account for the first Mayor of York and North Yorkshire. Leading the first devolution deal for a City, Region, Rural Powerhouse.
ASB Help @asbhelp.bsky.social A charity set up to provide advice for victims and practitioners around anti-social behaviour.
Antz Junction @antz-junction.bsky.social Registered Charity Number: 1150712 Supporting Communities & Social Enterprise - @antzsocialvalue.bsky.social Charity Partner.
Alexander Rose @alexanderrose.bsky.social Lawyer specialising in Public Funding, Subsidy Control and related issues. Previously worked at European Commission and in UK Civil Service. Very excited about effective regeneration.
Andrew Lawton @andrewlawton.bsky.social Strategic Lead Marketing & Communications (Health) at
Greater Manchester Moving - views my own.
Anna Coleman @drannac.bsky.social Mixed Methods Researcher (Qual), inclusive research methods, occupations & health, health & care policy, inequalities, (invisible) disabilities.
Support inclusivity in research for NIHR Centres in Manchester (BRC, CRF, HtRC and HDRC)
Thoughts mine.
Chris Knowles @chrisknowles22.bsky.social Quantitative Research Associate at the University of Manchester
working on the #BeeWell programme
@sstephensmith.bsky.social @sstephensmith.bsky.social
Ashish Rishi | Unwritten Health @ash-rishi.bsky.social Founder | Unwritten Health
Fighting for real health equity
https://unwritten-dispatches.beehiiv.com/
Greater Manchester Moving @gmmoving.co.uk We lead, support, and connect people and partners to deliver the GM Moving in Action strategy.
Changing lives through movement, physical activity, and sport.
@johnztoth.bsky.social @johnztoth.bsky.social
The Meteor 🍉 @mcrmeteor.bsky.social Greater Manchester's not-for-profit, independent media co-operative. Telling stories that matter to local people.
Christabel Pankhurst Institute @uompankhurst.bsky.social UoM's Christabel Pankhurst Institute for Health Technology Research and Innovation.
🌐Website - https://www.pankhurst.manchester.ac.uk/
📰Newsletter - https://tinyurl.com/45zccjvw
John Hacking @hacking4chorlton.bsky.social Governor Chorlton CofE Primary & @EndeavourFeder1. @unisonmcr. A director of the Edge Theatre in Chorlton
Alex Brabbs @alexbrabbs.bsky.social
Sarah Waite @sarahjwaite.bsky.social Former teacher & Labour education adviser, now CEO of @getfurther.bsky.social #loveourcolleges
Noah Mellor @noahmellor.bsky.social All views are my own
@katemarkey.bsky.social @katemarkey.bsky.social
Action for Conservation (AFC) @action4conserv.bsky.social 🍃 UK charity inspiring & empowering young people to connect with and take positive action for nature!
📍Located in London, Manchester, Bristol & South Wales
actionforconservation.org/information
EMERGE 3Rs @emerge3rs.bsky.social Sustainability-focused charity, working in recycling, wood reclamation and surplus food redistribution to humanitarian initiatives.
See: @emergerecycling @faresharegm
https://www.emerge3rs.co.uk/
Volunteer with us at https://www.emerge3rs.co.uk/voluntee
Devo Agency @devoagency.bsky.social We are the UK's leading devolution specialists on a mission to enable growth and increase social mobility through the power of devolution. We deliver Public Affairs I Strategic Communications I Project Delivery I Networks I Debate I Research I Campaigns.
Saba Salman @sabasalman.com Journalist|editor|author
📚NEW BOOK Double Discrimination 2026
📚Made Possible 2020
👩🏽💻 https://sabasalman.com
✍🏽Private Eye|Guardian|Byline Times|Ed. Community Living
💜Chair @sibs.org.uk|Ambassador @ndtihello.bsky.social
🏛️FRSA @thersaorg.bsky.social
Mark Wardell @markwardell.co.uk AI video creator. Adverts, storytelling and cinematic visuals made with generative AI. Building experimental projects and media channels.
Philip Cooke @philipmanc.bsky.social Libraries and Archives Lead, Manchester City Council
Harry Burr @harryburr.bsky.social Stakeholder Executive and Community Rail Lead at Chiltern Railways and Joint Chief Executive at Enroute. Views my own.
@barryjones.bsky.social @barryjones.bsky.social
Martin Ford @mford83.bsky.social Deputy commissiong editor and reporter at The MJ
https://www.themj.co.uk/
Andy Westwood @andywestwood.bsky.social Professor of Public Policy at University of Manchester. Soon to be Birmingham.
Dr Anita Sethi 🍃📚 @anitasethi.bsky.social writer, journalist & broadcaster 📝
Author, I BELONG HERE (“a thing of beauty” - Sunday Times). Winner, Books Are My Bag Award, nominated Wainwright 🏆for Nature Writing, Great Outdoors Award, RSL Ondaatje.
Mancunian 🐝
anitasethi.com