Mark Byrne @markobroin.bsky.social Dir of External Affairs at Centre for Cities. Irish in London. Politics, policy, books, cats. Yimby. Trustee at Stonewall Housing 🏳️🌈
In Her Place @inherplace.bsky.social Helping create transport, places and spaces which work better for women and girls in the UK and beyond. https://www.inherplace.co.uk
Marcus Aurelius @marcusaurelius2026.bsky.social Emperor of Rome by inheritance. Stoic by choice.
I kept a private journal specifically so that nobody would read it. That has gone about as well as you can see.
If you give excellent advice and take none of it: mypeeps.ai
Josh J Architect @josharchitect.bsky.social Josh an architect from New Dorp Beach and now in Austin
Architecture, pro wrestling, chicken parm
Saltaire Treasures @saltairetreasures.bsky.social Vintage and Antique Pop-Ups in Saltaire and Shipley, along with general musings
Stuart Green @stuartgreen.bsky.social Professor Emeritus @ University of Reading. Research: construction sector policy. Latest book: ‘Making Sense of Construction Improvement’ (Routledge, 2024). Website: stuartdavidgreen.com Northerner, hillwalker, history buff, European 🇪🇺 UTC
IPBES @ipbes.net Intergovernmental Platform on #Biodiversity & Ecosystem Services. Denialism/trolling/profanity may result in banning. Re-skoots ≠ endorsements.
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Naomi Fisher @naomifisher.bsky.social Community Architect/ Cyclist/ Mum/ Charity Founder www.roam.org.uk
Active Travel and Children’s Free Play advocate.
At home in #Birmingham
The Academy of Urbanism (AoU) @academyofurbanism.bsky.social A membership organisation bringing together the current and next generation of urban leaders, thinkers, and practitioners. Find out more at theaou.org
Rob Richardson @drrobrichardson.bsky.social Lecturer in Urban Planning & Placemaking at University of @Manchester.ac.uk Department of Planning, Property & Environmental Management | MRTPI | Urban design, planning, place & policy | Own views
Spatial Policy & Analysis Lab @uomspal.bsky.social Spatial Policy & Analysis Lab | Department of Planning, Property & Environmental Management | University of @Manchester.ac.uk
https://www.humanities.manchester.ac.uk/planning/research/groups/spatial-policy-and-analysis-laboratory/
Robyn Vinter @robynvinter.bsky.social North of England correspondent at the Guardian. Mostly here to make bad jokes
Helen Pidd @helenpidd.bsky.social Host of Today in Focus, the Guardian’s daily news podcast. Former North of England editor. Nominated for best host at the 2025 British Podcast Awards. Contact me in confidence helen.pidd@theguardian.com
West Yorkshire Combined Authority @westyorkshireca.bsky.social 
Centre for Urban and Regional Development Studies (CURDS) @curdsnewcastle.bsky.social Based at Newcastle University, UK. Producing academically rigorous and policy relevant research in urban and regional change and development since 1977.
Only follow accounts with a bio.
https://www.ncl.ac.uk/curds/
Liverpool City Region Combined Authority @lpoolcityregion.bsky.social Liverpool City Region: the best place to grow up, grow a family, and grow a business - where no-one is left behind.
Viz Comic @vizcomic.bsky.social Our readers have understood the concept of Buyer's Remorse since 1979.
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Sheffield Urbanism @sheffieldurbanism.bsky.social Sheffield Urbanism is an initiative that brings together the urban research community across the University of Sheffield: a dynamic, productive and innovative centre for world-leading interdisciplinary urban research. 
Rob Cowan @robcowan.bsky.social Writer, editor, speaker, consultant, cartoonist, illustrator. Author, The Dictionary of Urbanism. Editor, Context. Plandemonium videos. http://robcowan.co.uk
Living Streets @livingstreets.bsky.social We are Living Streets, the UK charity for everyday walking. #NationalWalkingMonth #WalkThisMay #WalkToSchool #BanPavementParking
#BetterCrossings
Civic Voice @civicvoice.org.uk Making Places Better Together: The national charity for the civic movement in England. We make places more attractive, enjoyable and distinctive. We promote civic pride. Reposts do not mean endorsement. www.civicvoice.org.uk
Urban Transport Group @utg-uk.bsky.social We are the UK’s network of transport authorities.
National Trust @nationaltrust.org.uk All kinds of spaces. All sorts of feelings. All at the National Trust.
@walkwheelcyclet.bsky.social @walkwheelcyclet.bsky.social The new name for Sustrans. We are the charity making it possible for everyone to walk, wheel and cycle. Because it changes everything. Our health. Our wellbeing. Our world.
Custodians of the National Cycle Network.
Shit Planning @planningshit.bsky.social A celebration of all the Shit Stuff imposed on our environment. Perpetrated by Architects, Planners, Surveyors, Engineers & other environmental ne’er do wells.
Andy Lane @andylane07.bsky.social Social Housing barrister at Cornerstone Barristers, Manchester United fanatic and author of ‘Cornerstone on Social Housing Fraud’.
Daniel Reast @danreast.bsky.social Senior Research Officer at Centre for London. Views my own. Local government, planning, housing, local economies and much more. Also found in Metro, Big Issue, Independent, Mirror et al.
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Duncan Field @fieldduncan.bsky.social 
The Mill @manchestermill.bsky.social Manchester's quality newspaper. Sign up now - we only publish via email.
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Nick Walkley @homesnickw.bsky.social Cities, local growth, housing, regeneration & development. MDANT
50 Shades of Planning @50shadesofplanning.bsky.social Town and country planning is very much not a black and white endeavour.
https://pod.co/50-shades-of-planning
https://chat.whatsapp.com/FnD2Bs0ET4i4X9luVsXVMN?s=sh&p=i&mlu=0&amv=1
David Ornstein @david-ornstein.bsky.social Football Correspondent, The Athletic
Lisa Ashurst @lisaashurst.bsky.social Music fanatic. MCFC supporting Mancunian. Property PR and marketing. Proud trustee of Band on the Wall
The London Archives @thelondonarchives.bsky.social The London Archives is a free public archive focusing on the history of London from 1067. Visit today and explore 1000 years of history.
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UK Green Building Council @ukgbc.bsky.social The official account of the UK Green Building Council |
The voice of our sustainable built environment.
https://ukgbc.org/
Dino Moutsopoulos @dinomoutsopoulos.bsky.social Leading Place North as Managing Partner, I support shaping the narrative of property and the built environment sectors across Northern England. 
Planning Aid Scotland @planningaidscot.bsky.social Helping you navigate Scotland’s planning system since 1993. Free, impartial and confidential advice. Training. Community Engagement. Volunteering.
pas.org.uk
Dan Whelan @danwhelanjourno.bsky.social Journalist writing about real estate and the built environment
Fiona Clandillon @plandillon.bsky.social Head of Development in Scotland’s Fastest Growing Local AuthorityTM. Affordable housing. Civic spaces. Sustainable, accessible places.
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🚴, 📖 and Point Break are some of my other interests. Views my own etc.
Brian Groom @groomb.bsky.social Ex-Financial Times Assistant Editor. Ex-editor Scotland on Sunday. Author of 'Made in Manchester' and 'Northerners: A History'. 'These Isles' due Feb 2026.
Tyneside Flashback @tyneflashback.bsky.social Images and videos of Tyneside, past and present.
Also on X: https://x.com/TyneFlashback?t=xTW9uMYinCpMoInLzaMyEg&s=09
Avanti Architects @avantiarch.bsky.social Avanti Architects is an award-winning practice with an open and progressive design approach committed to creating socially sustainable and joyful buildings, places and spaces.
Find out more on our website https://avantiarchitects.co.uk/
Claire Thirlwall - Thirlwall Associates @thirlwallassoc.bsky.social Landscape architect | Author of RIBA published book "From Idea to Site" | Director of Thirlwall Associates | Expert Adviser to National Lottery Heritage Fund | Runs on tea
Adrian Miles @adrianmilesarch.bsky.social Architect | he/him | own thoughts | housing, mixed use, education | #SE23 #housingforall #urbangreening 🌱
Michael Martin @mic-martin.bsky.social Lecturer & Programme Director of Urban Design & Planning, University of Sheffield working in #urbandesign #childfriendlycities #urbanplay 🇮🇪 co-author of ‘Applied Urban Design: A Contextually Responsive Approach’, Routledge Books https://amzn.eu/d/i4dPGoH
AmyBurbidge2 @amyburbi.bsky.social Head of Design & Master development @HomesEngland Keen on streets, play and great places. Opinions my own.
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Richard MacDonald @tourguideliverp.bsky.social Heritage/conservation/public engagement/Conservation & Design Planner/Blue Badge Guide/British European. Opinions my own. Too sweary.
Robert Sakula @robert9841.bsky.social Architect
Harry Wilkin$ @hs-wilkins.bsky.social I like wandering around and looking and buildings and cities.
I MIGHT MAKE INANE COMMENTS ABOUT THEM IN CAPS.
@richardblyth.bsky.social @richardblyth.bsky.social Chartered town planner and trainee theologian
Sheffield City Council @sheffcitycouncil.bsky.social Account no longer active. See pinned post for where to get updates or find us on social media.
Halton Borough Council @haltonbc.bsky.social 
Manchester City Council @mancitycouncil.bsky.social Official Bluesky page of Manchester City Council.
Sefton Council @seftoncouncil.bsky.social The official BlueSky account for Sefton Council sharing news and updates from across the Borough.
www.sefton.gov.uk
Stockport Council @stockportcouncil.bsky.social News, events and general information from Stockport Metropolitan Borough Council based in Greater Manchester, UK.
Duncan Blackmore @arrantindustries.bsky.social AKA Arrant Industries
Hands-on urbanism / Good development / Small sites / Planning / Experimental investment / Arts
Honcho at Arrant Land
Co-honcho at Neighbourhood
Waltham Forest DRP
www.arrantindustries.com
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www.neighbourhood.company
@clareferg.bsky.social @clareferg.bsky.social 
With Agency @withagency.bsky.social 
Urban Design Forum @urbandesignforum.bsky.social Location: UK
UrbanDesignForum.com
Newcastle United @newcastleunited.com The official Bluesky account of Newcastle United Football Club
Kieran Maguire @priceoffootball.bsky.social Slightly rippled, with a flat underside
Channel 4 News @channel4news.bsky.social Stories that reveal and inspire, challenging expectations.
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Olly Wainwright @ollywainwright.bsky.social Architecture and design critic of the @theguardian.com
oliver.wainwright@theguardian.com
https://www.theguardian.com/profile/oliver-wainwright
The Glasgow School of Art @glasgowschoolofart.bsky.social Home of creative art, design, and architecture since 1845. 8th in the world for art and design in the QS World University Subject Rankings 2026.
Tim Burgess @tim-burgess.bsky.social Charlatan, solo artist, producer, DJ, coffee drinker, author & award winning radio presenter.
Lauren Laverne @laurenlaverne.bsky.social Broadcaster. Slow eater, fast reader.
Eddy Rhead @just-some-fella.bsky.social Not gentle Jesus - just some fella
Bob Mortimer @bobmort.bsky.social 
Modern Toss @moderntoss.bsky.social Jon Link and Mick Bunnage
London exhibition 14 Aug - 6 Sept
Tickets here:
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Hikerdelic @hikerdelic.bsky.social hikerdelic.com 
No Score Draws ✍🏻⚽ @noscoredraws.com 👨🏻🎨 Wonky football doodles since 2014, by Alex & Sian
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@matthewpearce.bsky.social @matthewpearce.bsky.social journalist @guardian
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Jas Bhalla @jasbhalla.bsky.social Planner, Architect, Principal at Jas Bhalla Works Mayors Design Advocate, Ilford Town Architect Ex-Fulbrighter, Londoner
Harry Gray @harryhamishgray.bsky.social Dense housing, cycle lanes, walkable cities and green public realm. 🌳🚴🛴🏙️🚶♀️🌳
Steering @walkridegm.org.uk. Co-host Moving Up North Podcast
Jamie Carragher @23carra.bsky.social Football pundit 🤷♂️
SkySports⚽️ MNF📊 CBS🤪
Overlap📺
David Graham @semaphorist.bsky.social Barrister practising in public, planning and environmental law at Francis Taylor Building.
ftbchambers.bsky.social
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Duncan Laird @dlaird78.bsky.social Bringing forgotten places back to life - https://www.rewovenplaces.org/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/duncan-laird-20002524/
Traffic in Towns @trafficintowns.bsky.social I'm Traffic in Towns - also known as The Buchanan Report – I was published Nov 25th, 1963. I shaped how much of the UK looks and how you move around. OGL V3.0
https://trafficintowns.uk - now digital from Nov 25th, 2024 in 250+ languages.
Frank @francischip.bsky.social Frank Francis Chip
Liam Thorp @liamthorp.bsky.social Political Editor, Liverpool Echo. UK regional journalist of the year 2025. 4 x Specialist Regional Journalist of the Year winner. Orwell Prize and Paul Foot nominee. Proud dad who loves overpriced craft ale.
Zoe Williams @zoesqwilliams.bsky.social Guardian writer, but one time I said something inflammatory to the US right & they called me a Diseased Pitmommy. So that's what I go by now 
Dublin City Council BETA @dccbeta.bsky.social A @dubcitycouncil.bsky.social initiative to imagine, trial and establish solutions that improve living in the city. www.dccbeta.ie
You can see the status of the various BETA Projects here https://trello.com/b/8jXnfMIO/beta-project-pipeline
Marsha Ramroop @marsharamroop.bsky.social Inclusion|Strategy|Action
#Inclusion consultant & strategist|#Author|Speaker|Business: www.unheardvoice.co.uk Book: Building Inclusion, Routledge 2024|ExRIBA|ExBBC|Honest & compassionate agent of change #equity #culturalIntelligence #cq #BuiltEnvironment
Eoin Keating @eoinkeating.bsky.social Been in London so long I’m probably a Dublindoner. Almost an architect - Groucho Marx rule and all that. Late career move into LA planning. Deffo fat lad at the back. Views my own.
Julia Thrift @juliathrift.bsky.social People, places, public health
Lives in south London, interested in the world...
My own views, sometimes here: https://authory.com/juliathrift
Town and Country Planning Association @thetcpa.bsky.social Challenging, inspiring and supporting people to create healthy, sustainable and resilient places that are fair for everyone.
www.tcpa.org.uk
Lichfields UK @lichfieldsuk.bsky.social The UK's pre-eminent planning and development consultancy. We’ve been helping create great places for over 60 years
Mark Tewdwr-Jones @marktewdwr-jones.bsky.social UCL Bartlett Professor of Cities and Regions at CASA: Centre for Advanced Spatial Analysis. Academician, urban planner, geographer, scientist, film historian, futurist, pro-rail. Believe in creating inclusive future places for all
Centre for Cities @centreforcities.bsky.social The Centre for Cities is an independent think tank dedicated to improving the economies of the UK's largest cities and towns
C20 Society @c20society.bsky.social The national charity campaigning to protect Britain’s modern architectural and design heritage. Reuse Them or Lose Them!
www.c20society.org.uk
The Journal of Architecture @thejoa.bsky.social The RIBA's peer-reviewed architecture journal. Published by Taylor & Francis |
www.thejournalofarchitecture.com & www.tandfonline.com/journals/rjar20 |
EiC @deljana.bsky.social
Irvine Welsh @irvinewelsh.bsky.social Radicalized by discotheque music.
Jamie Orrell @jamieorrell.bsky.social Design Lead and Illustrator
jamieorrelldesign.com
instagram.com/jamieorrell/
World Bollard Association™️ @worldbollardassoc.bsky.social The official Bluesky account of the World Bollard Association™️. MERCH STORE - https://worldbollardassociation.team-togs.com/shop/storeorderform.php
Matthew Brooker @mbrooker.bsky.social Columnist for Bloomberg Opinion in London. CFA holder, from Slough, 25 years in Hong Kong, 5 in Shanghai. Opinions are my own.