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Chris Northwood @chrisn.xyz · 05/10/2026

Been back on TV banging on about how the council sold our land off for £1 and we didn't even get any affordable housing.

A blonde woman with pink tipped hair speaks at a marina. An on screen graphic says Councillor Chris Northwood, Liberal Democrat, BBC North West Tonight

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Chris Northwood @chrisn.xyz · 21/09/2026

It's now official @libdems.org.uk party policy to fix the Equality Act after the flawed Supreme Court judgment. Our MPs have been calling for this for a while, but it's now officially part of the party's policy. Bravo @pluslibdems.bsky.social for their effort.

Several people stand behind a large trans banner on the seafront.

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Chris Northwood @chrisn.xyz · 16/08/2026

In Edinburgh for the Fringe, saw @alexfranklinhallo.bsky.social with @dizzy.omelette.gay, hilarious, relatable and infected with her energy. Loved it and recommend!

Three women look into a camera taking a selfie

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Chris Northwood @chrisn.xyz · 25/06/2026

Rich is one of the best councillors I know and I'm proud to be supporting his campaign. Let us know if you intend to vote for Rich or otherwise at www.mcrlibdems.uk/votepledge

Chris Northwood and Richard Kilpatrick stand at a road junction in front of a Liberal Democrats branded billboard with a laughing photo of Nigel Farage holding lots of money that says "Ten Years On... Do You Feel Better Off?"

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Chris Northwood @chrisn.xyz · 23/06/2026

Ten years since the Brexit referendum. It's caused chaos with us about to get a 7th Prime Minister in a decade, it's made everything more expensive and made our lives worse, taking away things we took for granted. We @libdems.org.uk want to fix this and build a closer relationship to Europe

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Chris Northwood @chrisn.xyz · 03/06/2026

Today I'm at #LDX3 (the lead dev conference) and thought I'd post some insights and takeaways from the talks in this thread!

A selfie in a conference hall holding a conference pass

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Chris Northwood @chrisn.xyz · 22/05/2026

I've written to the MP for Manchester Central following yesterday's release of the EHRC code. It can not pass silently, and we need to move towards new legislation to fix the mess the Supreme Court ruling caused.

Dear Lucy Powell MP,
I write to you the day after your colleague Bridget Phillipson laid the updated EHRC code of conduct in Parliament. As you will know, Parliament now has a time window in which to debate this code and choose to accept or reject it. But there is no guarantee that it will do so, and if it does, there will not be any trans voices directly heard in that debate.
In trying to interpret the Supreme Court judgement, the EHRC guidance has produced guidance that is muddled and hard to interpret. Legal commentators have argued that it is contradictory and in key cases provides no real guidance on how to act in a way that doesn’t cause discrimination. This is not a standard, uncontroversial statutory instrument legislating on a technical detail, it is one that will directly impact people’s lives. It deserves Parliamentary time.
But even if Parliament debates and rejects the guidance, trans people will still remain in limbo. Only new legislation that restores a definition of sex that matches how people actually live their life, rather than a hard to interpret and enforce technical one that erases people’s identity, will bring back common sense to equality law. A debate on this code of practice must be the start of a process to bring around this change, and this change must include trans voices at every opportunity.
You have previously provided reassurances that you support trans people here in Manchester. Now is the time to put those words in action, and to use your unique position as Deputy Leader of the Labour party to do so. The next few weeks risk enshrining harm for the trans community in statutory guidance. It must not happen silently, and deserves better than being lost in the noise of a proxy leadership battle happening in Makerfield. This must be the turning point to stop the rollback of trans rights in our country.
Although hope is in short supply today for trans people, I await your response with it.
Yours sincerely,

Cllr Chris Northwood (she/her)

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Chris Northwood @chrisn.xyz · 12/05/2026

After last week's election there is a bit of admin to get out of the way in the form of an election for positions in the Liberal Democrat group on Manchester City Council! I'm pleased to report that I was re-elected unopposed as Deputy Leader of the group 🎉

Four people stand posing for a photo in the council chamber in Manchester

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Chris Northwood @chrisn.xyz · 31/03/2026

Today is #TransDayOfVisibility. Right now we're being pushed into invisibility, especially in light of the UK's Supreme Court ruling, as we see attacks to push us out of fully participating in society. At the same time too few trans voices are actually present in the rooms making those decisions.

Chris Northwood, a white trans woman, stands in front a Progress flag in an office whilst wearing a hi-vis vest

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Chris Northwood @chrisn.xyz · 06/03/2026

Recovering from surgery has been a major slog, a lot of managing energy levels, listening to my body and discomfort but so far smooth with only a few minor but common complications! (Photo is from the hospital but I'm home now)

Chris takes a selfie, smiling at the camera wearing a hospital gown, in a hospital room

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Chris Northwood @chrisn.xyz · 25/12/2025

Merry Christmas from us!

Chris & Meg stand in front of a Christmas tree drinking champagne

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Chris Northwood @chrisn.xyz · 27/11/2025

Yesterday was my 4 year HRT-iversary! It's incredible to see how much I've changed and how much happiness and joy I've found in my life from starting transition and embracing who I am rather than ignoring it. Onwards to many more years of happiness and joy.

A blonde woman smiles into the camera, holding two packs of estrogen.

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Chris Northwood @chrisn.xyz · 20/11/2025

On today's #TransDayOfRemembrance I'm reminded of this scene from Celeste (a game which draws heavily on trans themes). I was brought to tears when I first played it. So many names every year, it hits hard.

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Chris Northwood @chrisn.xyz · 19/10/2025

I have acquired a sit-stand desk and RGB lighting. Feels like I'm entering my e-girl era.

A desk with monitor arms and a mounted laptop, microphone stand and tower on the floor. It is softly lit with LED lights.

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Chris Northwood @chrisn.xyz · 24/09/2025

I see people are upset that I won an award for women because I'm the wrong type of woman. I was moved and honoured to have been awarded this by the party's women's group, and that the Lib Dems at all levels have my back and I will continue to fight for liberalism and my community.

Chris Northwood holds a glass award that says The Patsy Calton Award 2025 Liberal Democrats on it in front of a progress pride flag.

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Chris Northwood @chrisn.xyz · 23/09/2025

Very proud to have been awarded the Patsy Calton Award at today's #LDConf. Very moved by those who nominated me and that I've inspired others. I've just tried to do the best job I can.

I am wearing a t shirt saying Elect The Dolls and holding a shield given by two presenters

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Chris Northwood @chrisn.xyz · 05/09/2025

I've written to my MP, Lucy Powell, to ask her to stand up for Manchester Central's trans community and ensure Parliamentary scrutiny of the new EHRC code of practice.

Dear Lucy Powell,

I write off the back of media reports that the Equality and Human Rights Commission has in the last few days submitted an updated Code of Practice for ministerial approval.

The draft Code of Practice, if implemented, risks devastating the lives of the many trans people you represent in your constituency, including myself. It would make it impossible for us to live our lives without putting ourselves in dangerous situations, or having to constantly out ourselves. It is crucial that the Code of Practice now receives Parliamentary scrutiny, both to ensure that the EHRC do not undermine the intent of Parliament when it introduced the Equality Act in 2010 in implementing changes that go beyond the Supreme Court ruling, and to ensure that the EHRC have correctly protected the rights of trans people in the code, following the Supreme Court's statement that our rights remain protected.

I have attached the briefing from the Trans Solidarity Alliance which contains more information on the impact of the draft code being implemented. Parliament has a crucial role in scrutinising this work and ensuring that the final code fixes the many issues of the draft. As Leader of the House of Commons, you have an important role in helping ensure that time is made for this scrutiny, and upholding the integrity of Parliament and its intent with the Equality Act.

Manchester Central's trans population is depending on you today to do this. To let a code be implemented without scrutiny puts our ability to live normal lives at risk.

Yours sincerely,

Councillor Chris Northwood (she/her)
Liberal Democrat councillor in Ancoats & Beswick

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Chris Northwood @chrisn.xyz · 15/08/2025

This came up in my memories today, 10 years since I first saw @soozuk.bsky.social at the Fringe, and have been back almost every year since! We were there again at the weekend, and worth seeing the latest show yourself if you're up!

An empty stage with a microphone and a backdrop that says Sooz Kempner Character Activist @SoozUK - follow me on Twitter. Guarantee follow back. GUARANTEE follow back. A caption at the top of the photo says "10 years ago".

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Chris Northwood @chrisn.xyz · 21/07/2025

The Ashton Canal Bridge is finally open! But I've been asking the question of why there's this random bit of fencing at the end - apparently this is a temporary measure until the Chips cladding work is complete (and scaffolding removed) then the ramp will be able to be smoothed out into a nicer hump

A ramp at the end of the Ashton Canal bridge - a temporary piece of fencing sticks out like a sore thumb

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Chris Northwood @chrisn.xyz · 11/06/2025

ASHTON CANAL BRIDGE UPDATE - this project is well overdue (this photo is a year ago today from the start of the project!) and like many of you I've been asking the council what's going on with it. I've now had an update that due to supplier issues there's been issues with components arriving...

Councillor Chris Northwood stands in front of a construction compound for a bridge across the Ashton Canal

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Chris Northwood @chrisn.xyz · 15/05/2025

I'll be on ITV 1 North West tonight on The Granada Debate at 10.45pm, covering local election results, immigration and the assisted dying bill!

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Chris Northwood @chrisn.xyz · 31/03/2025

We bought each other pizza

Two trans girls hold Dominos pizza boxes

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Chris Northwood @chrisn.xyz · 14/02/2025

That went well I think :)

A TV with Chris Northwood on it. A subtitle says "and Chris Northwood"

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Chris Northwood @chrisn.xyz · 13/02/2025

I'll be on ITV1 Granada tonight at 10:45pm, "The Granada Debate". Talking about Labour's WhatsApp scandals, elected mayor and Labour going right on immigration

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Chris Northwood @chrisn.xyz · 19/01/2025

Whilst ill I've managed to get my new PC build and after a lot of faffing, RGB lights on the case fan set up how I want :)

A tower PC case (Fractal Design Meshify 2 RGB) on the floor with the front case fans set to the colours of the trans flag

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Chris Northwood @chrisn.xyz · 04/01/2025

Busy day out in Ancoats & Beswick today, delivering calendars to residents and tackling issues in our area. Fly tipping reported and also helped a rough sleeper access support needed on cold nights.

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Chris Northwood @chrisn.xyz · 25/12/2024

Merry Christmas everyone x

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Chris Northwood @chrisn.xyz · 10/12/2024

Today is my "special day", which marks 37 years since my adoption and legally becoming a Northwood :) I'm so lucky to have ended up in such a loving family with my amazing Mum & Dad, who brought me up to who I am today.

A photograph outside a building labelled "The Courthouse" which shows a woman holding a child.

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Chris Northwood @chrisn.xyz · 07/12/2024

It's windy out and about today! Whilst delivering Christmas cards on Falconwood Drive we found this roof blown off the old sales office. The council is now aware and will make plans to make this safe. Any issues at all, get in touch to cllr.chris.northwood@manchester.gov.uk

Councillor Chris Northwood stands in front of a one storey building with a damaged roof and several tiles on the floor in front of it

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Chris Northwood @chrisn.xyz · 04/12/2024

Well I feel like a basic bitch

A screenshot of Spotify Wrapped. Top artists: Charli xcx, Taylor Swift, Chappell Roan, Public Service Broadcasting, Kim Petras. Top songs: Red Wine Supernova, Von dutch, HOT TO GO!, 360, Rush. Minutes listened: 71,740.

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Chris Northwood @chrisn.xyz · 27/11/2024

It was lovely to lead the countdown for the Christmas light switch on at Bradford Park in Beswick this evening with @alangoodld.mcrlibdems.uk

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Chris Northwood @chrisn.xyz · 26/11/2024

Three years on HRT today. Here's a little snapshot of the last few years, 2 years on it, a year on it, and just as I started.

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Chris Northwood @chrisn.xyz · 24/11/2024

A busy few days! On Friday I joined the assembly at a local primary school to award the winners of our Christmas card competition, and then spent the weekend mentoring Lib Dems at the @assoclibdemcllrs.bsky.social Kickstart training weekend!

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Chris Northwood @chrisn.xyz · 20/11/2024

On today's #TransDayOfRemembrance this image from Celeste, a game which draws heavily on trans themes, is the one that comes to mind first. I cried when I first came to this scene, playing the game early in my transition. I'll be attending Manchester's vigil later this evening.

A screenshot of the game Celeste, with 8-bit style graphics of a red-haired girl standing in a snowy scene by a monument. Text reads: Celeste Mountain. This memorial dedicated to those who perished on the climb.

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Chris Northwood @chrisn.xyz · 19/11/2024

Finally! The Great Ancoats Street crossing is now finally working! It's been months and months to get to this point and I'm glad to see this dangerous crossing finally improved.

Chris Northwood stands in front of a green light on a pedestrian crossing on a busy road

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Chris Northwood @chrisn.xyz · 14/11/2024

I have finally been given a date for the Great Ancoats Street crossing to be finally completed and brought into use - Tuesday 19th November. It's taken far too long to complete this crossing, especially as back in February the council thought it had already been completed.

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Chris Northwood @chrisn.xyz · 25/12/2023

Merry Christmas everyone!

A white trans woman with long brown hair wears a dress that fades from blue to white in front of a Christmas tree. She holds a glass of champagne.

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Chris Northwood @chrisn.xyz · 29/11/2023

I'm apparently now a Swiftie. What estradiol does to a girl I suppose 💅

Spotify Wrapped. Top artists: 1 Taylor Swift, 2 Charli XCX, 3 Dua Lipa, 4 Kim Petras, 5 MUNA. Top Songs: 1 Dance The Night, 2 Walk, 3 2 Be Loved, 4 inferno, 5 Anti-Hero. Minutes listened: 74,146. Top genre: pop

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Chris Northwood @chrisn.xyz · 18/10/2023

I also like trains and skiing :) and that's me! Hello BlueSky.

A photo of Chris Northwood, smiling, sat in a cab of a train at the Crewe Heritage Centre

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Chris Northwood @chrisn.xyz · 18/10/2023

Here's an introduction :) I'm Chris, she/her, an autistic trans woman working part time as a software engineer for a national charity (my career has been varied, from a BBC R&D senior technologist to Head of Dev at a startup, and I like the term "technologist" to cover those bases). This is me.

A photo of Chris Northwood, a white trans woman with mid-length brown hair wearing a black and white dress with star earrings in front of a crowd of people, backlit by blue and pink backlights

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