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Claire Tuck

@claire-kt.bsky.social
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Home educator in the U.K. ADHD, possibly autistic.

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Claire Tuck @claire-kt.bsky.social · 03/12/2025
#ADHD meds restarted thanks to a different GP. I just don’t think I should have needed to escalate this to a complaint to be taken seriously. I’m have c-PTSD with one of the causes being medical neglect & not being taken seriously. I’m not sure I can keep fighting for each little thing anymore
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Claire Tuck @claire-kt.bsky.social · 22/10/2025
Solicitor appointed to manage the contentious #Inheritance problems for my husband. I really didn’t think it would come to this, but he’s been left completely in the dark. Looks like the Solicitor that managed the grant of probate broke the Code of Conduct for Solicitors so even messier 1/2
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Claire Tuck @claire-kt.bsky.social · 21/10/2025
#ADHD MY GP told me today that there are many risks associated with ADHD meds, but couldn’t name any. When I said there was research showing that medication can significantly help (I’ve been on it for years) she said she wasn’t aware of this. I also added that being unmedicated poses risks 1/4
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Claire Tuck @claire-kt.bsky.social · 20/10/2025
It’s really hard to sleep when your mind won’t stop racing #ADHD It’s been a tough couple of weeks & it just seems to keep getting worse 😢 I just want a break from it all, but that’s not going to happen
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Claire Tuck @claire-kt.bsky.social · 17/10/2025
If life wants to throw any more crap at me, can it do it now please? Or just stop 🛑 UC managed to lose my 16 year old so we only received half our payment. 17 days later they haven’t found him, but have verified the details of my 14 year old 🤷‍♀️ My husband’s employer didn’t pay him - at all 😭 1/8
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Claire Tuck @claire-kt.bsky.social · 09/07/2025
I have been neglecting this app. #PoTSies How are we managing in the heat? I’m struggling. I have fans in every room, I’ve been getting some great tips over on threads… electrolytes (I’m searching for salt free as I have high BP) fruit in high water content Cooling mats 1/3
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Claire Tuck @claire-kt.bsky.social · 21/06/2025
My doctor thinks I may have arthritis. I don’t know whether to laugh or cry whenever I go to an apt anymore. Since March I’ve been diagnosed with tinnitus (noise is permanent) b12 deficiency, low vitamin D, low iron & now starting to investigate arthritis. #DisabilityThreads
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Sooz Kempner @soozuk.bsky.social · 16/06/2025
Today marks nine years since Jo Cox was assassinated by a far-right extremist, a terrible loss to those who knew and loved her and to politics. Zero lessons were learned though and the far-right continues to be pandered to. With more political assassinations in the US it all feels too familiar.
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Claire Tuck @claire-kt.bsky.social · 09/06/2025
My GP sent me a text today telling me I need to complete a Risk Awareness Form as I take topiramate. They should do their own research first as I’m not happy at all. Apparently the medication can cause significant harm to an unborn child - I’ve had a hysterectomy 🤷‍♀️ What’s the harm? Well…
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Claire Tuck @claire-kt.bsky.social · 28/05/2025
After watching @geminitaymc.bsky.social play @vintagestorygame.bsky.social I bought a family bundle for the game. We have only just started, I have died several times & am loving every minute of it. #VintageStory #NewGame
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Ed Poole @edpoole1975.bsky.social · 13/05/2025
Immigration is not the cause of people's problems. So, to anyone who thinks it is, they will always demand more. When this round of immigrant bashing doesn't win Reform voters and only makes our problems worse what is next? Deportations? Camps?
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Claire Tuck @claire-kt.bsky.social · 13/05/2025
@chazelgrovemp.bsky.social I would like to know if you are ok with being a member of an openly racist Party & Government? A leader using terms from a speech made by #EnochPowell and saying that immigrants have done ‘incalculable damage’ to the UK - this is abhorrent!! Still staying silent?
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Edwin Hayward @edwinhayward.com · 12/05/2025
Let's be crystal clear: doing some good stuff doesn't give you a free pass to also do a whole bunch of bad stuff. And when the bad stuff is REALLY bad, no amount of good stuff can compensate. Labour have flirted with that hard line many times since the GE. Today's immigration assault leaps over it.
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Claire Tuck @claire-kt.bsky.social · 12/05/2025
I may not be religious, but I am interested to hear from anyone that may have been at this? Seeing as Claire has said she will vote in line with party how does that align with faith? Labour policies will push people into poverty. I’m genuinely interested. #LabourParty
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Russ Jones @russincheshire.bsky.social · 12/05/2025
Shameful bullish. What's done incalculable damage is a decade of pernicious falsehoods about immigration, while people who should know better refuse to counter the lies of the increasingly normalised far right. Let's tackle those lies:
Keir Starmer claims soaring immigration has done incalculable damage to UK economically and politically
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Adam Bienkov @adambienkov.bsky.social · 12/05/2025
Keir Starmer denies pushing anti-migrant policies in order to chase Reform, saying that "I'm doing this because it is right, because it is fair and because it is what I believe". A reminder of what he said he believed when he was running for Labour leader.
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Claire Tuck @claire-kt.bsky.social · 12/05/2025
So, as a disabled person who doesn’t have a degree where do I sit on the ‘importance’ scale in the UK? This is a ridiculous move by Starmer and the #LabourParty & goes against the manifesto the party was elected on 🤬 #LiarsAllOfThem
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Coffee Beans Dev 🦊 Tailside (OUT NOW on Steam!) @coffeebeansdev.bsky.social · 24/04/2025
It will cost you $0 to RT my work ✨ (but it might change my life 🥺)
screenshot of Tailside cafe brewing panelscreenshot of Tailside latte art making panelscreenshot of NPCs and main character in Tailside having a conversationscreenshot of sandbox mode in Tailside with various decorations
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Claire Tuck @claire-kt.bsky.social · 11/05/2025
WTF 🤬 I have no words…
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Ann Memmott @annmemmott.bsky.social · 10/05/2025
I'll repeat: Teaching autistic children to 'mask' may lead to depression, autistic burnout, anxiety, symptoms of trauma, & suicidal ideation. There is extensive newer research happening in this & excellent volumes that can be read on the subject. It is unethical to simply not consider any of this.
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Claire Tuck @claire-kt.bsky.social · 10/05/2025
So true!!
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Claire Tuck @claire-kt.bsky.social · 10/05/2025
I’m glad that 42 MPs are standing up and saying that they cannot support the #BenefitCuts as evidence shows more people will be pushed into poverty. So, @chazelgrovemp.bsky.social are you still saying there is no evidence? #Lies #DisgracefulLabour www.bigissue.com/opinion/dwp-...
bigissue.com
I'm a Labour MP. This is why I can't support Starmer's benefits cuts
42 Labour MPs have broken ranks to say they cannot support the government's DWP benefits cuts. Paula Barker explains why she's one of them.
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Claire Tuck @claire-kt.bsky.social · 04/05/2025
@chazelgrovemp.bsky.social I am more worried under this #Labour Gov than I was under a Tory one. Something I didn’t expect to say if I’m honest. Even with the losses in the recent mayor elections, to hear that Labour just intend to follow the route they have chosen, is baffling to me. #Blind
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Claire Tuck @claire-kt.bsky.social · 23/04/2025
First b12 injection done! Just another 5 to go within the next 2 weeks and then 1 injection every 12 weeks. Fingers crossed it helps with something 🤷‍♀️ #Health #NoIdeaWhatIsHappening
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Claire Tuck @claire-kt.bsky.social · 11/04/2025
I just can’t with people today 😱 I’m not a mind reader. Besides, if I’m ’lecturing’ - there will be signs - even in written text. Trust me - I’m like that 🤪
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Claire Tuck @claire-kt.bsky.social · 11/04/2025
#Disability If the changes to PIP were to get passed next year what are some consequences that are not being spoken about enough? My MP emailed me, just reiterating what Labour have already said, but I’d like to send a detailed reply. I’m doing research, but if anyone wants to share, feel free
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Claire Tuck @claire-kt.bsky.social · 10/04/2025
#HomeEducation means today we’ve been looking at safety in the kitchen and also baking a yummy cake to go with it! My boys have also had a great time looking at #Tarot cards and deciphering the meanings. I’ve always been interested in these types of things & now we get to share it all 💖💖
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Claire Tuck @claire-kt.bsky.social · 31/03/2025
Looks like I’ll be submitting a FOI request to www.theipsa.org.uk I am wanting to try and find out more info regarding the Disability Allowance & the claims MPs have made. I would love to see more disabled people in politics, however the claims made are all lumped together #DisabilityThreads
theipsa.org.uk
Home | IPSA
IPSA regulates and administers MPs’ staffing and business costs. We also decide the pay and pensions the UK’s elected MPs and their staff.
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Claire Tuck @claire-kt.bsky.social · 30/03/2025
My #Labour MP knocked on my door today. Their mistake!! I did not appreciate being told that they understand why I am so worried about the announcement of changes to PIP. From Apr 2025 their basic income will be £93,904. My MP has claimed over £6000 in expenses since July 2024. 1/4
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Claire Tuck @claire-kt.bsky.social · 25/03/2025
GP can’t expedite my apt for possible #Tinnitus My #MentalHealth is in bits, I’m not getting any sleep & the only thing they have offered? They advised me to book a private audiology apt in the meantime. I was hoping for something to help me sleep. I always cope better when I’ve had sleep.
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Claire Tuck @claire-kt.bsky.social · 24/03/2025
I have sent 3 requests over to my GP today as the ringing in my ears is that bad I haven’t slept properly for about 5 days. Earliest apt - 5th April. I called in tears earlier because I can barely hear my children speak to me over the ringing & I’m getting so overwhelmed by the constant noise.
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Claire Tuck @claire-kt.bsky.social · 24/03/2025
Interesting read… but #Despicable from our Gov Are #Labour risking a backbench revolt just so they can avoid later repercussions? An act of parliament, voted on, means courts are not able to overturn the provisions. www.benefitsandwork.co.uk/news/labour-...
benefitsandwork.co.uk
Labour risks PIP cuts vote in order to breach claimants’ human rights
Get the benefits you're entitled to: help with personal independence payment (PIP), universal credit (UC), employment and support allowance (ESA),disability living allowance (DLA). Claims, assessments...
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Claire Tuck @claire-kt.bsky.social · 22/03/2025
Does anyone have #Tinnitus I don’t have an official diagnosis, but have struggled with the ringing, buzzing or sometimes it sounds like I’m underwater for a while. In fact I can’t even remember how long. I spoke with my pharmacist maybe a year - 18 months ago. They said I needed to speak with my
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Claire Tuck @claire-kt.bsky.social · 18/03/2025
I am tired of fighting. When my boys were in school I was always fighting to have their voices heard, to have their needs met. Fighting with ‘professionals’ who told me they knew better than I did. A headteacher that told me I was looking for excuses. A local authority that didn’t want 1/5
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Claire Tuck @claire-kt.bsky.social · 17/03/2025
@rthonwesstreeting.bsky.social where did you gain your medical degree?? I’m just wanting to understand your qualifications for when you say there is an over diagnosis of mental illness? Do you personally know anyone that is struggling with their mental health?
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Claire Tuck @claire-kt.bsky.social · 15/03/2025
Playing R.E.P.O with my family & my eldest just blew me up with a grenade!! #FamilyFun
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Fergus Murray @oolong.co.uk · 11/03/2025
Letter from @jeremycorbyn.bsky.social and the Independent Alliance on cuts to disability benefits.
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Claire Tuck @claire-kt.bsky.social · 08/03/2025
With the #LabourParty going ahead with #BenefitCuts I have so many worries. Cutting my #DisabilityBenefit won’t make me less disabled. I will no longer be able to afford my #Medication or my #Therapy resulting in hospital visits/stays. This decision is cruel and ignorant, showing how much 1/2
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Claire Tuck @claire-kt.bsky.social · 07/03/2025
I can’t make the #HomeEducation protests tomorrow. I haven’t been well this week so haven’t been able to take part as much as I’d have liked. We do have posters in our windows though. I will try and check social media tomorrow & share posts. #HomeEd #AreYouListeningNow
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Claire Tuck @claire-kt.bsky.social · 05/03/2025
I have to try and wrap the #LegoTitanic for my son’s birthday next week. The box is huge. He’s wanted this set for a while now, so we moved some things around & put up new shelves. We will have the Titanic & The Endurance taking pride of place in our living room.
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Education Otherwise @educationotherwise.bsky.social · 02/03/2025
Children's Wellbeing and Schools Bill Are you clear on what the Bill means and how it would work if enacted? Do you know how it could affect you? If you could ask Bridgette Phillipson to explain something, what would it be? #EducationOtherwise
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Claire Tuck @claire-kt.bsky.social · 02/03/2025
I have to wonder if we would be praising #Starmer this much if that public sh*tshow hadn’t happened at the White House? We should be supporting #Ukraine Is Trump’s behaviour what we are comparing our PM to? Is the bar really that low? I get our PM may be trying to be diplomatic, but really?!
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Educational Freedom @educationalfreedom.bsky.social · 01/03/2025
Time to take action to protect home education Let's not beat around the bush, the proposed children's wellbeing and school bill sucks and will massively affect home educators. . We are really struggling to find any other way of explaining it. It will require home educators to register, but that…
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Time to take action to protect home education
Let's not beat around the bush, the proposed children's wellbeing and school bill sucks and will massively affect home educators. . We are really struggling to find any other way of explaining it. It will require home educators to register, but that register is going to require a ridiculous level of information from parents, such as the specific number of hours the child learns…
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Claire Tuck @claire-kt.bsky.social · 18/02/2025
Sharing again - please share if you see this. Lets make sure those in the US are aware of their rights 💖
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Claire Tuck @claire-kt.bsky.social · 18/02/2025
#ChildrensWellbeingBill Any time I hear #BridgetPhillipson, or any MP repeat ‘parents who teach their children at home & provide a high quality of education have nothing to worry about’ I feel sick to my stomach. I have a diagnosis of C-PTSD, in part because of our LA. 1/7
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Claire Tuck @claire-kt.bsky.social · 17/02/2025
I have a SAR from my LA showing them behaving badly. If I was to share parts of this, without identifying info, they wouldn’t be able to come at me for defamation as what I’m sharing is true. I also wouldn’t be naming them. I have C-PTSD, in part, down to what they put my family & I through. 1/4
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Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez @aoc.bsky.social · 14/02/2025
It is perfectly legal to know your rights and to educate others about them, too. EVERYONE in the United States, citizen or not, has rights. I will not allow this administration to intimidate us from helping you know about them. Here’s our shareable guide ⬇️: (pt. 1/2)
KNOW YOUR
RIGHTS
IN CASE OF ICE:
CONOCE TUS DERECHOS
EN CASO DE ENCUENTRO CON ICE:DO NOT OPEN YOUR DOOR.
ICE cannot enter your home without a warrant signed by a judge.
Tell the agents to show you the warrant by sliding it under the door.
NO ABRAS TU PUERTA.
ICE no puede entrar a tu casa sin una orden firmada por un juez. Diles a los agentes que te muestren la orden deslizándola debajo de la puerta.ASK THEM
TO LEAVE.
If ICE doesn't have a warrant, tell them you do not consent for them to enter your home and ask them to leave. At work, ICE cannot enter employee-only areas without permission.
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PÍDALES QUE SE VAYAN.
Si ICE no tiene una orden judicial, diles que no das tu consentimiento para que entren a tu casa y pídeles que se vayan. En el trabajo, ICE no puede ingresar a áreas exclusivas para empleados sin permiso.REMAIN SILENT.
You have the right to remain silent.
If the agents ask you questions, tell them,
"I wish to remain silent."
PERMANECE EN SILENCIO.
Tienes derecho a permanecer en silencio.
Si los agentes te hacen preguntas, diles:
"Deseo permanecer en silencio".
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Claire Tuck @claire-kt.bsky.social · 13/02/2025
Do Universal Credit offices read messages? Work commitment review - husband can’t make it due to work. They insist it’s mandatory. Changed from phone call ( he can’t take due to role) to face to face. Even dumber. We explain again (and again). They change it back to phone call. 🤦‍♀️🤦‍♀️🤦‍♀️
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Encyclopaedia Britannica @britannica.com · 12/02/2025
Encyclopædia Britannica will continue to use ‘Gulf of Mexico’ for a few reasons: -We serve an international audience, a majority of which is outside the U.S. -The Gulf of Mexico is an international body of water, and the U.S.’s authority to rename it is ambiguous. 🧵⬇️
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