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We are the UK's biggest, most diverse, and most effective people-powered alliance. Bringing everyday people together to win change since 1989.

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Citizens UK @citizensuk.org · 19/08/2026
At Citizens UK, our values shape not just what we do, but how we do it. 🫶 Solidarity, kindness, courage, integrity, inclusion and relationality. Hear from our Senior Organiser, Tom Snape, about why kindness matters in our work. 💛
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Citizens UK @citizensuk.org · 12/08/2026
Children at Old Oak Primary School, part of West London Citizens, presented local politicians with collages representing their anger with dirty water polluting our rivers and seas and rising water bills. 🌊 Read the full article - ow.ly/eh1f50Zx73l
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Citizens UK @citizensuk.org · 11/08/2026
It was great to hear Anoosh Chakelian mention the success of the Living Wage campaign on The New Statesman's UK Politics podcast this week. This year marks the 25th anniversary of the campaign, which has grown into a national movement with real, measurable impact on people’s lives. 💫
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Citizens UK @citizensuk.org · 10/08/2026
Politics is far too important to be left to just the politicians – everyday people can and should shape the world around them. Accountability assemblies are one of the ways in which we take action to win change and hold those responsible to account. Read more: ow.ly/eXIj50ZwY5H
Audience attentively listening at a Citizens UK Accountability Assembly in a grand hall with chandeliers. Text reads: 'What is a Citizens UK Accountability Assembly? And how does it help us win change?'Diverse audience attentively listening at an accountability assembly. Text reads: 'Accountability assemblies are events which give our member institutions a platform to win commitments from decision-makers and hold them 'accountable' on the promises they make.'Group of older adults attentively participating in an accountability assembly. Text reads: 'Politics is far too important to be left to just politicians. Accountability Assemblies provide a platform for the voices of civil society to be heard.
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Citizens UK @citizensuk.org · 07/08/2026
Young CUK leaders in Burnham-On-Sea are taking action to make their community safer. Joined by town councillor Lesley Millard, they took part in a neighbourhood walk to discuss local issues, from discarded needles in parks to crime. Read the article: ow.ly/K8ke50ZwUSI
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Citizens UK @citizensuk.org · 24/07/2026
For ten years, community leaders across London Citizens have been campaigning to bring 41 community land trust homes to Cable Street. With funding now at risk, they continue to push forward with their campaign. 📃 Read the article on Big Issue: ow.ly/kiSA50ZsfzF
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Citizens UK @citizensuk.org · 22/07/2026
As part of ‘25 years of the Living Wage: A Movement in Pictures’, Dr Simon Mason reflects on the HSBC AGM action, when he made the case for a Living Wage for all workers – which led to the bank becoming a Living Wage employer. Listen to the full story 👇 bit.ly/4bzAuMA
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Citizens UK @citizensuk.org · 17/07/2026
🎉 To mark the 25-year anniversary of the Living Wage movement, @livingwageuk.bsky.social has published a new impact report, ‘A Real Living Wage: 25 Years In’. 👉 Read the full report: www.livingwage.org.uk/real-living-... 👉 Read the coverage: workplacejournal.co.uk/2026/07/livi...
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A real Living Wage: 25 years in
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Citizens UK @citizensuk.org · 07/07/2026
In a new report, Citizens Oxford reveal the barriers to education caused by expensive bus journeys for young people. They are calling on bus companies and decision-makers to provide cheaper options for students. Read the full story 👇 bit.ly/4eNHYxF
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Young people in Oxford skip lunch to pay for bus, report finds
A report says public transport costs were a "barrier" to education for some students in Oxford.
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Citizens UK @citizensuk.org · 06/07/2026
It's time for Living Hours.⏰ On Friday, over a hundred community leaders across London Citizens met with local government representatives and businesses to discuss the future of work in the Capital and Living Hours accreditations.
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Citizens UK @citizensuk.org · 02/07/2026
🌡️"When it's hot, we're told to stay out of the heat, but what if your home offers no escape?" Iryna, a Citizens UK leader from West London, shared her experience of overheating on Sky News – with her home reaching up to 38C in the evening during the heatwave. Watch the interview 👇 bit.ly/4eFfciJ
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Homes 'like ovens' in a country where buildings are made to lock heat in
Iryna told us: "When it's hot we're told to stay out of the heat, but what if your home offers no escape?"
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Citizens UK @citizensuk.org · 01/07/2026
Our new series '25 Years of the Living Wage: A Movement in Pictures' is out! 📽️ In 2001, communities marched down Mile End Road calling for a Living Wage in East London. Listen to Bernadette Harris reflect on why this moment mattered then, and why it is still relevant today. 🌟
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Citizens UK @citizensuk.org · 26/06/2026
Among conflicting reports today from the Home Office about whether changes to earned settlement will affect thousands of care workers, Citizens UK reiterates its call on the Government not to move the goalposts for care workers who have already built their lives in the UK.
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Citizens UK @citizensuk.org · 24/06/2026
🌡️ As communities across the UK brace for potential record-breaking temperatures, too many people are living in homes that are ill-prepared for extreme heat. Everyone deserves a home that keeps them safe and healthy. 🏠
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Citizens UK @citizensuk.org · 29/05/2026
We are hiring! 📣 @livingwageuk.bsky.social, part of Citizens UK, are looking for a new Head of Membership to lead and grow their 16,000-strong employer network. For more information on how to apply, please click the link below 👇 ow.ly/I1oc50Z5ztS
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Citizens UK @citizensuk.org · 27/05/2026
Eid Mubarak to our members, colleagues, friends and neighbours who celebrate! 🥳 May you all have a joyous day filled with love and community! 🕊️✨
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Citizens UK @citizensuk.org · 21/05/2026
This spring, we brought together Minister Alex Norris, the Home Office & 60+ organisations to launch Named Community Sponsorship - a new, community-led route for welcoming refugees. 🎥 Watch the highlights: ow.ly/T72j50Z2sRp 👉 Join the movement: ow.ly/tJzq50Z2sRo
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Join the Named Sponsorship Network
We want the Government to establish and implement a fully operational Named Sponsorship route by the end of 2026, that gives local communities, civil society, employers and universities the power to choose who to welcome to the UK. Sign your organisation up to join the Named Sponsorship Network or to hear more about what comes next.  
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Citizens UK @citizensuk.org · 14/05/2026
Today, we launched ‘Making London Work for All’ to further tackle low pay and insecure work across the capital. The project Steering Group brings together workers with experience of low pay and leaders from civil society to ensure the initiative’s success. 🙌
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Citizens UK @citizensuk.org · 12/05/2026
For the past 25 years, the Living Wage movement has helped reshape what fair pay looks like in the UK. 🙌 Paul Regan & Bernie Harris, who were both involved from the earliest days, reminisce about the campaign’s challenges and triumphs in The Guardian 👇 bit.ly/4eA4vhL
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Citizens UK @citizensuk.org · 11/05/2026
On 4th May 2026, a thousand people gathered in Forest Gate for the 20th Anniversary of the annual Migrant Mass. ✍️ Citizens UK community organiser Caroline Verdant reflects on the vibrant celebration and the power of people coming together across differences. Read the blog 👇 bit.ly/4wryf76
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"Every person has dignity, value, and a place to belong" - Citizens UK
On 4th May 2026, a thousand people gathered in East London for the 20th Anniversary of the annual Migrant Mass.
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Citizens UK @citizensuk.org · 07/05/2026
Ahead of local elections taking place today, hundreds of Citizens UK community leaders secured commitments from candidates across parties on campaign issues, from work, housing and child poverty to the real Living Wage. Find out more 👇 bit.ly/3Rqrxhj
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Citizens UK @citizensuk.org · 06/05/2026
Last week, Tyne & Wear Citizens community organisers Michael Thompson and Sara Bryson were on BBC Radio Newcastle, reflecting on the importance of building relationships between communities and decision-makers to win change. Listen to the full interview 👇 bit.ly/4f4KLTz
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Citizens UK @citizensuk.org · 24/04/2026
Ealing Citizens community leaders publish an open letter ahead of local elections, asking candidates to protect children and families living in temporary accommodation. Read the full story in Ealing Times: ow.ly/pkzw50YP48j
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Ealing community leaders in election plea for struggling families
COMMUNITY leaders, head teachers and charities across Ealing have published an open letter to all parties fielding borough election candidates,…
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Citizens UK @citizensuk.org · 15/04/2026
Love and solidarity to our friends at @finchleyreform.bsky.social, a long-standing member of Citizens UK. We stand together against racism and hate and for the safety, dignity and belonging of every community.
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Citizens UK @citizensuk.org · 05/04/2026
Wishing a joyful and hope‑filled Easter to all our members, community leaders, colleagues and friends who celebrate. May this day bring renewal, peace, and strength to you and your communities.
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Citizens UK @citizensuk.org · 03/04/2026
On Good Friday, we’re reflecting on a recent Weaving Trust event in Milton Keynes, where Christians and Muslims came together during the rare overlap of Lent and Ramadan. Read the full story: ow.ly/wM6i50YBEuE
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Citizens UK @citizensuk.org · 02/04/2026
🎉 WIN: Barnet Council is now a Living Wage employer! Barnet Citizens have secured the real Living Wage for all council staff and eligible contracted workers. Full story: ow.ly/OVK750YBEmQ
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Citizens UK @citizensuk.org · 01/04/2026
Chag Pesach Sameach to all our Jewish leaders, members, and colleagues. Wishing all who celebrate a happy Passover!
Illustration of a Passover Seder plate with traditional symbolic foods on a blue background and 'Happy Passover!' text below.
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Citizens UK @citizensuk.org · 27/03/2026
A win for our Children into Citizens campaign. Child citizenship fees have finally been reduced - down £214 after years of action from community leaders. Still too high, but a step closer to justice for thousands of children. Find out more: ow.ly/jixO50YzCW6
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A win for our Children into Citizens campaign as the Home Office reduces child citizenship fees - Citizens UK
Citizens UK welcomes the positive news that the fee to register a child as a British citizen will fall.
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Citizens UK @citizensuk.org · 20/03/2026
Eid Mubarak to our members, colleagues, friends and neighbours who celebrate. May you all have a joyous day filled with love and community! 🕊️✨
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Citizens UK @citizensuk.org · 19/03/2026
Community leaders across Citizens UK set out to Parliament to campaign on the Government’s proposed changed to Earned Settlement. Delays in implementing these plans are still in place. Keep going. Sign the petition. ow.ly/Potv50YwnMY
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Citizens UK @citizensuk.org · 12/03/2026
This week, community leaders from Lambeth & Wandsworth Citizens joined Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s social cohesion event and spoke about the importance of ESOL. We look forward to working with the Government on this issue, so that everyone is heard and no one is left out.
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Citizens UK @citizensuk.org · 06/03/2026
Ahead of International Women’s Day, we’re highlighting new analysis from @livingwageuk.bsky.social. While progress has been made in narrowing the low-pay gender gap, millions of women remain in low-paid and insecure work. Read the news story: www.livingwage.org.uk/news/gender-...
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Gender low pay gap narrows to lowest level on record, but over 2.5 million women still earn below real Living Wage
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POLIS at Leeds @polisatleeds.bsky.social · 02/03/2026
🤝New partnership for the School! We’re pleased to share that the School of Politics and International Studies has joined West Yorkshire Citizens, the local chapter of @citizensuk.org Find out more about this new partnership here ⬇️ essl.leeds.ac.uk/politics-res...
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Citizens UK @citizensuk.org · 02/03/2026
We should all have an affordable place to call home. Brighton & Hove Citizens are campaigning for a portion of Brighton General Hospital to remain in public ownership for affordable housing to be developed for key workers. Watch the coverage from BBC South East Sunday Politics Programme:
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Citizens UK @citizensuk.org · 26/02/2026
On 10 October 2025, World Homeless Day, we were pleased to welcome the Government’s £11 million commitment to help families living in temporary accommodation to access basic facilities. Find out how community leaders secured this win 🙌 ow.ly/8rS850Y9Sf8
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Citizens UK @citizensuk.org · 24/02/2026
From Sunderland to Bristol, Students’ Unions are exploring how community organising can help them strengthen student leadership, build lasting relationships off campus, & support students to take action. 🙌 Find out about our work with Students' Unions: ow.ly/gMH850Y9S3r
Students attentively listening during a community organising workshop to enhance Students' Unions' impact.Two people engaged in a discussion in a casual setting, representing community collaboration for Citizens UK campaigns.
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Citizens UK @citizensuk.org · 20/02/2026
Communities can make a difference on the issues they care about by following the 5 steps of social change: Organise, Listen, Plan, Act and Negotiate. Together, these steps help everyday people take action and create a better, fairer society. Read more: bit.ly/4tiD80
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Citizens UK @citizensuk.org · 19/02/2026
As a testament to the power of their organising, young leaders from Greater Manchester Citizens won commitments from decisionmakers to work with them to tackle the root causes of hate crime that impacted them. Find out how: ow.ly/Se2H50Y9R43
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Citizens UK @citizensuk.org · 18/02/2026
✝️ Today marks Ash Wednesday and the beginning of Lent. Wishing a blessed and meaningful season to all our colleagues, community leaders, and members who observe this holiday. May this time of reflection bring you peace, hope, and renewal.
Bowl of ashes with a wooden cross and palm leaf on a cloth, symbolising Ash Wednesday observance.
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Citizens UK @citizensuk.org · 17/02/2026
Ramadan Mubarak to all our colleagues, community leaders, and members who celebrate this special time. May this Ramadan bring you peace, joy, and countless blessings. 🌙
Dark teal background with a large golden crescent moon and two hanging lanterns, featuring 'Ramadan Mubarak!' in English and Arabic text.
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Citizens UK @citizensuk.org · 17/02/2026
We are hiring! 🎉 Citizens UK and @livingwageuk.bsky.social are recruiting for three fantastic roles - will you join the team? For more information and to apply, please visit: app.beapplied.com/org/1549/cit...
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Citizens UK @citizensuk.org · 16/02/2026
Parent Action provides a supportive space for those on their parenthood journey. When arriving to the UK, Parent Action offered Johanna with the tools she needed to navigate life’s challenges. Johanna is now a volunteer. 🙌 Read her journey: ow.ly/NHS950Y9QUN
A group of parents and children engaged in a hands-on activity with colorful fruits and vegetables at a community center table.
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Citizens UK @citizensuk.org · 13/02/2026
Pete Brierley, Director at Citizens UK, will be running a half-marathon to fundraise for Parent Action, a community of parents working to build communities and take action on the issues that matter. Read his blog 👇 bit.ly/4rDTpvm
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"Once you become part of Parent Action, you don’t just receive a service — you become part of a community." - Citizens UK
A reflection on how vital Parent Action is to local parents and their families, building connection, community and hope.
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Citizens UK @citizensuk.org · 12/02/2026
In February 2025, we brought together over 200 people for a fringe event ahead of the 2025 Convention of the North. Community leaders secured commitments from decision-makers to improve public transport, tackle low pay, & insecure work. 🙌 Find out how: ow.ly/6eTB50Y9QFF
Community leaders discuss shaping local services at the Convention of the North fringe event with Citizens UK branding.Student leader in a blue hoodie speaking at a microphone during a Lancashire Citizens event with a presentation screen behind.Speaker presenting Citizens of the North Statement on public transport at a conference with attendees seated at a table.
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Citizens UK @citizensuk.org · 10/02/2026
Young leaders are not just learning about democracy, they’re shaping it. 💫 Find out how young leaders from Citizens Somerset, have been making waves in their community by winning safety upgrades for the underpass they use to get to school: ow.ly/QsZU50Y9QjR
Group of young leaders and adults discussing park safety improvements in community meetings.
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Citizens UK @citizensuk.org · 06/02/2026
Citizens UK is the UK’s biggest, most diverse, & most effective people-powered alliance. We’re pleased to publish our 2025 Annual Report, which is packed with stories of change from community leaders across the country. 🔗 Read our Annual Report here: ow.ly/ZM3N50Y9Q9T
Young person speaking at a Citizens UK event with a sign promoting the Citizens UK 2025 Annual Report.
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Citizens UK @citizensuk.org · 30/01/2026
Celebrating 25 years of the real Living Wage! 🎉 Launched by Citizens UK in 2001, the Living Wage campaign has transformed what fair pay looks like in the UK. Read the blog to look back at ten milestones from the past 25 years: www.livingwage.org.uk/news/celebra... @livingwageuk.bsky.social
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Celebrating 25 years of the real Living Wage
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Citizens UK @citizensuk.org · 29/01/2026
Yesterday marked the confirmation of Dame Sarah Mullally as the Archbishop of Canterbury. We want to reflect on her words from our Organising for Hope event: "When we organise in love, the darkness does not stand a chance." Read more: bit.ly/4bUA98g
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Over a hundred Citizens UK church leaders attend 'Organising for Hope' with Archbishop of Canterbury, Dame Sarah Mullally - Citizens UK
On 28th October, Citizens UK church leaders from across London gathered at Christ Church Southwark for Organising for Hope; a powerful conversation between over a hundred London Citizens church leader...
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Citizens UK @citizensuk.org · 23/01/2026
✍️Peter and Gavin from Trade, a Leicester & Leicestershire Citizens member, reflect on a campaign to improve trans people’s access to healthcare, building hope and winning tangible commitments to reduce barriers to dignified healthcare for trans people locally. Find out more 👇 bit.ly/3ZrtlHF
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Building Hope through the Trans Access to Healthcare campaign - Citizens UK
Leicester & Leicestershire Citizens have been building hope, campaigning for more inclusive healthcare for trans people.
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