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@aladdinpr.bsky.social
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Cockney 'erbert who does PR for charities, public bodies and other non-profits. Won a few awards along the way.

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Hassinator @hassinator.bsky.social · 13/09/2026
a great letter in the times today. perhaps worth sharing in these troubled times. #RNLI #heroes
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aladdinpr.bsky.social @aladdinpr.bsky.social · 06/08/2026
NEWS: Volunteering rates rise but remain below pre-pandemic levels www.thirdsector.co.uk/volunteering...
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Volunteering rates rise but remain below pre-pandemic levels
The figures come from the government’s Community Engagement Survey
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Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan @london.gov.uk · 04/08/2026
🟠 The Amber Heat-Health Alert remains in place until 9am Wednesday. Drink plenty of water, avoid the hottest part of the day where possible and look out for those with health conditions, older people, and young children and babies who might struggle to keep cool.
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Amber heat health alert for London as temperatures to soar
A previous heat-health alert had been upgraded to an amber warning with temperatures expected to rise above 30C
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aladdinpr.bsky.social @aladdinpr.bsky.social · 07/07/2026
Remembering those who lost their lives and who were injured or harmed on 7 July 2005 www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-3325...
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aladdinpr.bsky.social @aladdinpr.bsky.social · 29/06/2026
NEWS: “First hard evidence” of legal advice improving lives www.legalfutures.co.uk/latest-news/...
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“First hard evidence” of legal advice improving lives
Groundbreaking research has provided “the first hard evidence” that legal advice for low-income households improves lives – increasing incomes and improving mental health.
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aladdinpr.bsky.social @aladdinpr.bsky.social · 25/06/2026
NEWS: Charity cleared by commission after Farage complaint www.thirdsector.co.uk/charity-clea...
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Charity cleared by commission after Farage complaint
The Reform UK leader had claimed the Hope Unlimited Charitable Trust had breached charity law by distributing leaflets supporting Andy Burnham in the Makerfield by-election
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aladdinpr.bsky.social @aladdinpr.bsky.social · 17/06/2026
This looks like it reflects the worsening salary situation for many UK charity workers www.civilsociety.co.uk/news/charity...
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Charity wage growth has lagged private sector by £8.5bn over past decade, finds PBE
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aladdinpr.bsky.social @aladdinpr.bsky.social · 10/06/2026
NEWS: London launches fresh push to strip unsafe cladding faster londonemergenciestrust.org.uk/news/london-...
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aladdinpr.bsky.social @aladdinpr.bsky.social · 08/06/2026
NEWS: Seb Elsworth to step down as CEO of @access-si.bsky.social access-socialinvestment.org.uk/news-and-ins...
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Seb Elsworth to step down as CEO of Access
Making social investment work better for charities and social enterprises. Helping them to become more financially sustainable and reach more people.
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aladdinpr.bsky.social @aladdinpr.bsky.social · 04/06/2026
Another Chelsea legend has gone. Farewell Bobby Tambling www.chelseafc.com/en/news/arti...
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Bobby Tambling 1941-2026
Chelsea Football Club has very sadly lost one of our most legendary players with the passing of Bobby Tambling at the age of 84.
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Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan @london.gov.uk · 03/06/2026
Today, wreaths were laid to remember all those who lost their lives in the London Bridge terror attack nine years ago. We will never forget what happened on that day. London will continue to stand united against hatred in all its forms.
Rain-speckled memorial plaque for the London Bridge attack victims, with a blurred city skyline and bridge in the background.Floral wreaths in white, red, and yellow laid along a wall as tributes, with cards and notes, including one from the Mayor of London.People standing in a line holding white floral wreaths during a memorial ceremony outside a modern building, including Kaya Comer‑Schwartz, Deputy Mayor of London for Policing and Crime.
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aladdinpr.bsky.social @aladdinpr.bsky.social · 20/04/2026
WEBINAR: Leading charities in a hostile environment bit.ly/4vGKQml
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aladdinpr.bsky.social @aladdinpr.bsky.social · 15/04/2026
NEWS: Grenfell memorial government funding approved bbc.in/480O4a9
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Grenfell Tower memorial funding approved by government
A law that would fund a memorial to those who died in the 2017 fire has passed through House of Lords.
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aladdinpr.bsky.social @aladdinpr.bsky.social · 15/04/2026
Happy World Art Day!
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aladdinpr.bsky.social @aladdinpr.bsky.social · 14/04/2026
NEWS: @access-si.bsky.social is looking for an exceptional individual to Chair the charity bit.ly/4sxB2bo
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Access – The Foundation for Social Investment
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aladdinpr.bsky.social @aladdinpr.bsky.social · 25/03/2026
NEWS: BBC Series Highlights the Lasting Impact of Violence bit.ly/4bUIveG
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aladdinpr.bsky.social @aladdinpr.bsky.social · 22/03/2026
Remembering those who lost their lives and who were injured and harmed in the 2017 terror attack at #Westminster bbc.in/3rR9IZG
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aladdinpr.bsky.social @aladdinpr.bsky.social · 09/02/2026
NEWS: The Oversight Trust reveals next chief bit.ly/3ZrMzx3
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The Oversight Trust reveals next chief
Mike Barber succeeds Alastair Ballantyne, who plans to retire after five years in the role
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aladdinpr.bsky.social @aladdinpr.bsky.social · 06/02/2026
NEWS: New CEO for Oversight Trust bit.ly/4tktwCz
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aladdinpr.bsky.social @aladdinpr.bsky.social · 28/01/2026
NEWS: @access-si.bsky.social fills gap in social investment market , says review
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Access - The Foundation for Social Investment @access-si.bsky.social · 28/01/2026
We welcome the independent review, commissioned by the Oversight Trust, which recognises the progress made in strengthening the social investment market and supporting smaller charities and social enterprises.
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aladdinpr.bsky.social @aladdinpr.bsky.social · 28/01/2026
NEWS: Investor fills gap in social investment market , says review bit.ly/4t3u2EL
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aladdinpr.bsky.social @aladdinpr.bsky.social · 19/01/2026
NEWS: London Communities Emergencies Partnership (LCEP), with the support of London Resilience, is inviting charities, community, and faith organisations across London to take part in a new Community Resilience Capabilities Project bit.ly/4pKjAiA
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Community Resilience Capabilities Project - London Plus
The London Communities Emergencies Partnership had a 2025 summer preparedness event - find videos of all the presentations here.
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aladdinpr.bsky.social @aladdinpr.bsky.social · 14/12/2025
#Grenfell #ForeverInOurHearts
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aladdinpr.bsky.social @aladdinpr.bsky.social · 12/12/2025
NEWS: Charity staff, volunteers and beneficiaries feeling ‘increasingly unsafe’, report warns - See more at: bit.ly/4rQiS5G
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Charity staff, volunteers and beneficiaries feeling ‘increasingly unsafe’, report warns
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aladdinpr.bsky.social @aladdinpr.bsky.social · 11/12/2025
NEWS: Climate of fear having a 'direct and damaging' effect on charities' work, report warns bit.ly/4qn3IUb
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Climate of fear having a 'direct and damaging' effect on charities' work, report warns
The findings echo points heard at a recent Third Sector roundtable discussion with people from charities supporting refugees and migrants
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aladdinpr.bsky.social @aladdinpr.bsky.social · 10/12/2025
NEWS: Council leader embroiled in social media posting scandal resigns bit.ly/44kxvnO
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Council leader embroiled in social media posting scandal resigns | LocalGov
A Reform UK council leader accused of posting racist comments on social media has resigned.
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aladdinpr.bsky.social @aladdinpr.bsky.social · 09/12/2025
I’ve just voted for 'Welcome Changes Everything' by City of Sanctuary UK in the @SmileyCFA You should view and vote here too smileycharityfilmawards.com/films/welcom... #CharityFilmAwards #cfa26 #charity
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Welcome Changes Everything
City of Sanctuary connects local groups - schools, councils, libraries, faith communities - to build practical welcome. Because when we build communities…
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aladdinpr.bsky.social @aladdinpr.bsky.social · 29/11/2025
Remembering #FishmongersHall bit.ly/3QEF9lc
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aladdinpr.bsky.social @aladdinpr.bsky.social · 27/11/2025
NEWS: Greater transparency from investors needed to build ‘trust’ in for-profit sector, new report says bit.ly/48kFXEO
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Croydon Community Energy @croydoncommenergy.bsky.social · 22/11/2025
As we approach #FuelPovertyAwarenessDay, share these resources with those in need. debtfreeadvice.com www.gov.uk/check-benefi... service.croydon.gov.uk/place/w/webp... www.croydon.gov.uk/hsf www.ukpowernetworks.co.uk/psr-form @nea.org.uk #Croydon #FuelPoverty #London
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aladdinpr.bsky.social @aladdinpr.bsky.social · 24/11/2025
New National Day to Honour Victims and Survivors of Terrorism bit.ly/3XisQyL
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aladdinpr.bsky.social @aladdinpr.bsky.social · 24/11/2025
Design Team Appointed to Create Grenfell Tower Memorial bit.ly/4rhkPrp
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aladdinpr.bsky.social @aladdinpr.bsky.social · 19/11/2025
NEWS: Tributes to Geoffrey Bindman, old-school lawyer who was a ‘significant force for good’: www.camdennewjournal.co.uk/article/old-...
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Tributes to Geoffrey Bindman, old-school lawyer who was a ‘significant force for good'
Founder of King's Cross law firm dies at 92
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aladdinpr.bsky.social @aladdinpr.bsky.social · 18/11/2025
NEWS: Covid Memorial Wall Will Be Preserved bit.ly/4844RZ5
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aladdinpr.bsky.social @aladdinpr.bsky.social · 17/11/2025
NEWS: Hundreds of charities refuse ‘immoral’ proposals to mandate volunteering for refugees bit.ly/4p3dKcR
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Hundreds of charities refuse ‘immoral’ proposals to mandate volunteering for refugees
The charities say they will not work with coerced volunteers, in a letter to the Home Secretary
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aladdinpr.bsky.social @aladdinpr.bsky.social · 13/11/2025
Always a good idea to check your facts before offering an opinion I think bit.ly/4qYnsyc
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Trust rejects criticism after Tory MP incorrectly claims new role would be ‘dishonestly’ funded by donations
The grantmaker says it is funded by its endowment and does not fundraise
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aladdinpr.bsky.social @aladdinpr.bsky.social · 23/10/2025
NEWS: Four Investment frontrunners launch UK Dormant Assets Scheme bit.ly/42Up3Ld
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aladdinpr.bsky.social @aladdinpr.bsky.social · 22/10/2025
NEWS: London Joins Forces to Tackle Flooding bit.ly/4owubNS
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aladdinpr.bsky.social @aladdinpr.bsky.social · 20/10/2025
NEWS: : ‘Outdated and harmful’: Council bailiff use soars 30% www.localgov.co.uk/Outdated-and...
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‘Outdated and harmful’: Council bailiff use soars 30% | LocalGov
The use of bailiffs by local authorities in England and Wales has surged by 30% in just two years, according to new analysis from Debt Justice.
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aladdinpr.bsky.social @aladdinpr.bsky.social · 20/10/2025
NEWS: 110m hours of volunteering by older people lost annually due to 'post-pandemic slump' shar.es/agzJ5W
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110m hours of volunteering by older people lost annually due to 'post-pandemic slump'
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aladdinpr.bsky.social @aladdinpr.bsky.social · 17/10/2025
The Charity Commission will support charities that are protecting staff and volunteers from abuse and dismiss any complaints it receives that aim to weaponise sector organisations, its interim chair has said. - See more at: www.civilsociety.co.uk/news/commiss...
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Commission chair pledges to dismiss complaints that ‘seek to weaponise’ charities
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aladdinpr.bsky.social @aladdinpr.bsky.social · 12/10/2025
Having a clear out and found this short article I wrote for the Camden Magazine nearly 40 years ago. Just goes to show that sanctuary has a long and honourable history here in the UK. More info here: bit.ly/4oicCBb
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aladdinpr.bsky.social @aladdinpr.bsky.social · 05/10/2025
Remembering those who lost their lives and who were injured in the 1999 #LabrokeGrove rail disaster bit.ly/36oh0cY
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aladdinpr.bsky.social @aladdinpr.bsky.social · 04/10/2025
CALL FOR EVIDENCE: Independent Review of @access-si.bsky.social – The Foundation for Social Investment bit.ly/4mLKZ28
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aladdinpr.bsky.social @aladdinpr.bsky.social · 25/09/2025
NEWS: Immigration charity hit by social media ‘harassment’ after Telegraph front page shar.es/agyiTy
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aladdinpr.bsky.social @aladdinpr.bsky.social · 24/09/2025
NEWS: Football clubs partner with Government to help young people into work bit.ly/4gDdwpb
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aladdinpr.bsky.social @aladdinpr.bsky.social · 18/09/2025
NEWS: Top charity chiefs ‘five times more likely to be privately educated’ bit.ly/3K1ODaJ
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Top charity chiefs ‘five times more likely to be privately educated’
The Sutton Trust’s annual Elitist Britain report finds that 34 per cent of the charity chiefs considered were privately educated, compared with 7 per cent of the general population
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aladdinpr.bsky.social @aladdinpr.bsky.social · 17/09/2025
NEWS: Thousands raised for charity affected by arson attack on MP’s office shar.es/agytl1
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aladdinpr.bsky.social @aladdinpr.bsky.social · 20/08/2025
Remembering the 51 people who lost their lives in the 1989 #Marchioness disaster bit.ly/38HHCVr
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