Jamie Clarke @jamiewclarke.bsky.social · 20/04/2026Slowly getting back to flying on BlueSky after a hiatus, how's things going - still a mostly positive platform? 010
Jamie Clarke @jamiewclarke.bsky.social · 01/05/2025Happy May Morning from the historic Oxford celebration of nature and people dating back over 500 years 062
Reposted by Jamie ClarkeEurocities @eurocities.eu · 28/04/2025🌿Paris is turning the car-centric model of urban design on its head. Following a historic vote, Parisians voted to close 500 streets to cars and reallocate them to pedestrians, cyclists, and green space. → eurocities.eu/latest/there... #UrbanMobility #GreenerCities #SustainableCities #PublicSpaceeurocities.euThere is ‘a will and a way’ to green Paris - EurocitiesChristophe Najdovski, Paris Deputy Mayor speaks about the recent vote to close 500 streets to cars and reallocate them to pedestrians, cyclists and green space. 17631
Jamie Clarke @jamiewclarke.bsky.social · 29/04/2025Canada elects Mark Carney. Mexico has Claudia Sheinbaum. Two climate champs now flank a denier. This is a moment for bold, coordinated action. Let’s go. 🌎🔥 #ClimateAction #GameOn #Carney #Sheinbaum #Trump 110
Reposted by Jamie ClarkeCatherine McKenna @cathmckenna.bsky.social · 28/04/2025If you need motivation to vote, this should do it! We will never be the 51st state! Vote #TeamCarney everywhere. We need to stand up to our southern bully! #CanadaStrong 💪❤️🇨🇦 #elxn2025 1122045434
Reposted by Jamie ClarkeGraham Simpson @grahambs.bsky.social · 27/04/2025Worth checking: stopreformuk.votestopreformuk.voteStop the Tories and ReformYour vote is your power. Use it tactically to get the Tories and Reform out, then influence your new MP and the next government. 05126
Jamie Clarke @jamiewclarke.bsky.social · 28/04/2025UK insights: Climate and Net Zero are positives in most voters minds. Labour should be focused on not loosing Green and Lib Dem minded voters more than Reform. 010
Jamie Clarke @jamiewclarke.bsky.social · 22/04/2025The ice bucket challenge is back, and so it seems is political polarisation over climate change - I'm hoping we have learnt how to deal with the latter better, but worry we're still acting like it's a bucket of water in our face rather than somethign we can navigate www.ibtimes.co.uk/ice-bucket-c...ibtimes.co.ukHere's what the all-new Ice Bucket Challenge is all aboutThe Ice Bucket Challenge Returns: Now Aiming for Mental Health Awareness — And It's Raising Over £140,000 in its First Week 010
Jamie Clarke @jamiewclarke.bsky.social · 13/04/2025Amazing afternoon on the tandem with the legend that is @DomWhiting & 1000+ riders enjoying the tunes around Oxford. Never seen so many smiles 020
Reposted by Jamie ClarkeKetan Joshi @ketanjoshi.co · 27/03/2025The highest level of reported climate denial in Australia for a looong time Has been rising consistently since 2021 essentialreport.com.au/questions/cl... 1714037
Jamie Clarke @jamiewclarke.bsky.social · 26/03/2025"I love my car. I can’t manage without it, but it’s not actually a God given right to have a car and drive around." View from a Bristolian, with a blue badge. who is desperate to keep their LTN. www.bristol247.com/opinion/your...bristol247.com'If the East Bristol Liveable Neighbourhood got taken away, I would be really upset'Angharad Hughes says those in support of the EBLN are often unfairly targeted online 021
Jamie Clarke @jamiewclarke.bsky.social · 28/02/2025Wow, the Trump effect on the Canadian's voting intentions is colossal. After two years of huge polling leads, the Conservatives have hemorrhaged support because of the perceptions of their closeness to Trump and following his anti-Canada rhetoric 051
Jamie Clarke @jamiewclarke.bsky.social · 19/02/2025Track the terrifying progress of Trump's Project 2025 playbook. When I first heard of this handbook of democratic and decency destruction I was horrified - they’re already about a third of the way through it. www.project2025.observer?utm_source=w...project2025.observerProject 2025 TrackerTrack the progress on Project 2025 010
Jamie Clarke @jamiewclarke.bsky.social · 17/02/2025Electric vehicle manufacturer Tesla saw car sales drop by 59% year-on-year in Germany last month Will the richest man on the planet be that bothered? Does the social distancing Tesla is receiving damage the brand or fuel an elitist narrative? www.bostonglobe.com/2024/12/19/o... 121
Jamie Clarke @jamiewclarke.bsky.social · 16/02/2025This is what populism does; 1. Create a simple enemy (EU) 2. Repeatedly communicate its threat to a cherished national industry/identity/way of living (fishing) 3. offer a simple solution (Brexit) 4. Take no responsibility when the people u used r screwed over www.gbnews.com/news/brexit-...gbnews.com'It has been a disaster!' Fisherman blasts Brexit in scathing analysis: 'This has cost us dearly'It has been five years today since Britain decided to leave the EU 2267
Jamie Clarke @jamiewclarke.bsky.social · 13/02/2025Reform's ridiculous energy plans ripped up less than 24 hours after they were announced order-order.com/2025/02/13/r...order-order.comReform Revises Energy Policies to ‘Direction of Travel’ OnlyYesterday, Reform UK unveiled a set of energy ‘policies’ to issue a 'stark warning' in a press conference on Net Zero, hosted by Richard Tice and Farage. 001
Jamie Clarke @jamiewclarke.bsky.social · 12/02/2025School streets are a start, but ultimately need to be integrated with safer feeder streets and wider initiatives like bus buses 020
Jamie Clarke @jamiewclarke.bsky.social · 12/02/2025They've already hit their target of rolling out 300 school streets, half of them relanscaped 010
Jamie Clarke @jamiewclarke.bsky.social · 12/02/2025Over 600 school streets rolled out in London already 000
Jamie Clarke @jamiewclarke.bsky.social · 12/02/2025Paris has absolutely smashed school streets outside schools and leisure centres, starting with gating off streets and then completely re landscaping for the kids not the cars 120
Jamie Clarke @jamiewclarke.bsky.social · 12/02/202590% of Lambeth's primary schools now have school streets in place - next stop secondary and independent schools. Packed start to the National School Streets conference 131
Jamie Clarke @jamiewclarke.bsky.social · 05/02/2025So what difference does a school street make? A quick before and after video of the impact of one of our community schemes in Oxford 020
Jamie Clarke @jamiewclarke.bsky.social · 29/01/2025If drivers can do this to the dead no wonder we need traffic restrictions for the living. I'm often staggared by driver pyscology but in what mindset is it OK to drive through a cemetry and damage graves to be able to avoid a traffic jam. www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...bbc.co.ukGraves damaged by 'appalling' drivers using Bristol cemetery as shortcutDrivers are using the cemetery regularly to avoid traffic jams. 000
Reposted by Jamie ClarkeAuschwitz Memorial @auschwitzmemorial.bsky.social · 27/01/2025Auschwitz was at the end of a long process. It did not start from gas chambers. This hatred was gradually developed by humans. From ideas, words, stereotypes & prejudice through legal exclusion, dehumanization & escalating violence... to systematic and industrial murder. Auschwitz took time. 10485284322430
Jamie Clarke @jamiewclarke.bsky.social · 25/01/2025I'm also looking forward to seeing the funding behind your work, transparency is clearly important to you so please do share who's bankrolling your campaigns. 040
Jamie Clarke @jamiewclarke.bsky.social · 25/01/2025I'm quite surprised at the personal vitriol in the post from a transport professional whose organisation has such a close association with a climate change projects. Road transport is the largest source of emissions in the UK 140
Jamie Clarke @jamiewclarke.bsky.social · 21/01/2025It's become such a divisive issue partly/largely because those politicians whose parties previously backed the schemes have apped the narratives of the opponents in a vain attempt to win votes. The result has however fueled support for opponents 120
Reposted by Jamie ClarkeAdam Tranter @adamtranter.bsky.social · 18/01/2025A national newspaper called me anti-motorist because of my support of 20mph speed limits in built up areas. It turns out no other recent policy has done more to save drivers money. Saving lives and saving money, what’s not to like? www.theguardian.com/money/2025/j...theguardian.comUK’s 20mph speed limits ‘are cutting car insurance costs’Controversial safety policy has helped drive down premiums to 18-month low, says Confused.com 414535
Jamie Clarke @jamiewclarke.bsky.social · 14/01/2025School Streets are an important and highly successful part of improving pupil safety, air quality and active travel so it's an honour to be speaking at this national conference www.landorlinks.uk/school-stree... 000
Jamie Clarke @jamiewclarke.bsky.social · 07/01/2025Some stats grab you - this one stopped me in my tracks. The fossil fuel industry spends $5.6 BILLION to advertise in sports alone. It shows how much importance the fossil fuel industry sees in retaining its social license to operate. www.forbes.com/sites/vitasc... 041
Reposted by Jamie ClarkeEnd Fuel Poverty Coalition @endfuelpoverty.bsky.social · 01/01/2025As energy bills rise, the vast majority of the public are concerned with energy security and over-reliance on fossil fuels. The Government must bring in a social tariff for bills, commit money needed to upgrade homes and continue the drive for renewables. www.endfuelpoverty.org.uk/public-revea...endfuelpoverty.org.ukPublic reveal energy security fears as price cap increasesAs energy bills rise again, the vast majority of the public are concerned with the UK's energy security and over-reliance on fossil fuels. 044
Jamie Clarke @jamiewclarke.bsky.social · 31/12/2024New Years party woodburnrer ready. Made from a reclaimed tumble dryer drum and over 300 drilled holes. 000
Jamie Clarke @jamiewclarke.bsky.social · 24/12/2024Grey seal pups chilling at Donna Nook, Lincolnshire whilst the humans were chilled to the bone watching them 010
Jamie Clarke @jamiewclarke.bsky.social · 15/12/2024Congratulations @emilykerr36.bsky.social for being one of @cyclinguk.bsky.social 100 Women in Cycling 2024. Oxford is very lucky to have you and all the other amazing female cycling trail blazers 030
Jamie Clarke @jamiewclarke.bsky.social · 02/12/2024Spent yesterday afternoon selling and delivering Christmas trees in aid of our local kid's adventure playground - brought a cheer to all faces 031
Reposted by Jamie ClarkeCAAD_Coalition @caadcoalition.bsky.social · 02/12/2024 🚨New from The Guardian: "Climate crisis can’t be ignored, yet UK voters are being pushed by inaction towards a party that denies its existence" www.theguardian.com/environment/...theguardian.comPeople are angry about the floods – but turning to Reform endangers us allThe climate crisis can’t be ignored, yet UK voters are being pushed by inaction towards a party that denies its existence 034
Jamie Clarke @jamiewclarke.bsky.social · 02/12/2024Without effective & positive connection between climate concern, policies & societal changes we will continue to struggle and will have to end up relying solely on unproven technofixes 010
Jamie Clarke @jamiewclarke.bsky.social · 02/12/2024The Irish Green party lost all but one of their seats - how much was this due to 'greenlash'? 'Unpopular' carbon tax & nitrate regulation have been blamed and point to the challenge climate policies. www.theguardian.com/world/2024/d...theguardian.comIrish Greens virtually wiped out in general election routJunior coalition partner loses all but one of 12 seats, while gangland figure Gerry Hutch loses election bid 220
Jamie Clarke @jamiewclarke.bsky.social · 29/11/2024When 'greenlash' hits stories tends to focus on the negative, the backlash, the protests and loss. Rarely are the 'persuadable middle' able to hear the postives in relatable ways Great to see relatable coverage of the positives around the LTNs in Bristol www.bristolpost.co.uk/news/bristol...bristolpost.co.ukMeet the residents who are celebrating the Low Traffic Neighbourhood“It’s about sharing the space in the city in a way that works for everyone.” 042
Jamie Clarke @jamiewclarke.bsky.social · 29/11/2024Time to rethink our focus on moving to EVs in cities? It's tempting to see EVs as the 'easy' transition away from fossil fuels but has too little consideration been given to the humble bicycle? theconversation.com/cycling-is-t...theconversation.comCycling is ten times more important than electric cars for reaching net-zero citiesActive travel can help tackle the climate crisis earlier than electric vehicles – even if you swap the car for a bike for just one trip a day. 1297
Jamie Clarke @jamiewclarke.bsky.social · 28/11/2024Packed crowd for today's Communicate conference in Bristol. 1500 environmental communicators gathering over the week at the 20th anniversary event. 020
Jamie Clarke @jamiewclarke.bsky.social · 21/11/2024"I voted for the mayor but I really hope we can get him to reconsider his plans. Something beautiful has been created in our community, and I’m so sad to think it could be taken away. For three years now, the area has been so much safer and quieter." www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2024...theguardian.comTower Hamlets mayor taken to court over removal of low-traffic neighbourhoodsSave Our Safer Streets crowdfunds to challenge Lutfur Rahman over scrapping three LTNs in London borough 010
Jamie Clarke @jamiewclarke.bsky.social · 21/11/2024What stories are actually cutting through to the public when it comes to climate? I'm pleased to be joining with the @climatebarometer crew on behalf of ACT to talk through the last 12 months of climate discourse. Do join us 030
Reposted by Jamie ClarkeLeo Murray @crisortunity.bsky.social · 19/11/2024Delighted to see that Active Travel England have at last published some very clear and helpful guidance on developing and implementing School Streets! assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/673c3a...assets.publishing.service.gov.uk 1397
Jamie Clarke @jamiewclarke.bsky.social · 15/11/2024Is Bristol set to be next UK city to see a rational discussion on a traffic calming initiative or a catalyst to widespread misinformation & attacks on climate action? I understand there's been v little active public engagement so I'm betting the latter www.bristolpost.co.uk/news/bristol...bristolpost.co.ukResidents take to the streets to stop Liveable Neighbourhood roll outThe residents of Barton Hill sent the lorry with the huge planters away again 040
Jamie Clarke @jamiewclarke.bsky.social · 15/11/2024What should I talk about? With so much happening recently I'm spoilt (unfortunately) for issues to focus on - so what would you like to hear more about when it comes to communicaiton challenges particularly when it comes to misinfo and cynicism? 200
Jamie Clarke @jamiewclarke.bsky.social · 13/11/2024Hey, feels like Bluesky is the place to be - looking forward to more constructive interactions 000
Jamie Clarke @jamiewclarke.bsky.social · 21/10/2024Join me for a free webinar on how to talk about climate & foreign policy ahead of COP29 based on the largest piece of British audience research undertaken Explore public sentiments on global climate action, UK aid spending, & successful climate justice dialogues www.eventbrite.com/reporting/10... 021
Jamie Clarke @jamiewclarke.bsky.social · 02/10/2024House price unaffected by pylons new study finds. Whilst it is only one element of concern it's useful to see that new energy infrastructure doesn't appear to be impacting the price of houses in Scoltand www.scottishrenewables.com/news/1716-ho...scottishrenewables.comHouse prices unaffected by power line, new report findsHouse prices unaffected by power line, new report finds 000