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Jim Robbins @jimrobbins.bsky.social · 06/06/2026

Great to be at the Co-op Party regional event in Taunton, looking forward to speaking on a panel later on. Currently listening to Clare Moody, the Police & Crime Commissioner for Avon & Somerset, talking about the retail crime and @noahlawmp.bsky.social talking about housing!

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Cooperative Councils’ Innovation Network @coopcouncils.bsky.social · 20/03/2026

This morning our chair @jimrobbins.bsky.social has been speaking at the Local Councils Network conference about how #Cooperative solutions can help #localgovernment leaders navigate Local Government Reorganisation with values-driven confidence.

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Cooperative Councils’ Innovation Network @coopcouncils.bsky.social · 20/03/2026

At the conference @jimrobbins.bsky.social launched our new LGR Toolkit - designed to help district councils navigate the uncertainty of reorganisation now, and who wants to lead effectively through it, not just survive it. Access the full toolkit at www.councils.coop/resources/to...

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Jim Robbins @jimrobbins.bsky.social · 10/02/2026

Got on the AI caricature trend… Strong #SwindonMakeItHere vibes!

An AI caricature feature some Swindon style locations and me waving a Swindon Make It Here flag!

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Jim Robbins @jimrobbins.bsky.social · 10/02/2026

🚀 @coopcouncils.bsky.social’a online sessions run all this week — practical, action‑focused workshops on co‑operative policy, community wealth building, regeneration, care experience & more. 👉 www.councils.coop/event/confer...

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Celebration of Cooperative Innovation 2026 - Cooperative Councils Innovation Network

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Cooperative Councils’ Innovation Network @coopcouncils.bsky.social · 09/02/2026

Our panel was chaired by @paulcassidy.bsky.social (Our Vice Chair) Council), and featured @jimrobbins.bsky.social (CCIN Chair and Leader of @swindoncouncil.bsky.social), @vincemaple.bsky.social (Leader of @medwaycouncil.bsky.social ) and Elizabeth Dennis (North Herts Council)

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Andrew Taylor @andrewjtaylor.bsky.social · 17/03/2025

Well done to @swindoncouncil.bsky.social for launch of ‘Heart of Swindon’ prospectus. Speeches from public/private sector leaders incl @jimrobbins.bsky.social @willstonemp.bsky.social @heidialexander.bsky.social Good to catch up with James Coulstock and discuss all things @vistrygroup.bsky.social.

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Paul Park @northswindon.bsky.social · 20/02/2025

Amazing news

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Jim Robbins @jimrobbins.bsky.social · 20/02/2025

Absolutely delighted that Swindon Borough Council has been shortlisted for the Local Government Chronicle ‘Most Improved Council’ in their 2025 awards. A real testament to the amazing work of Council officers to get behind the Labour administration and help us to #BuildABetterSwindon

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Jim Robbins @jimrobbins.bsky.social · 13/02/2025

Had a great time with @coopcouncils.bsky.social at their annual conference in Greenwich! Brilliant conversations, outstanding speakers and a real desire to support the Govt missions! #IYC20205

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Cllr Mike Stubbs @cllrstubbsnul.bsky.social · 13/02/2025

Delighted to travel to Woolwich today to take part in the @coopcouncils.bsky.social AGM & Conference. It's essential that Cllrs from all over the country contribute to the direction of travel & I'm honoured to represent District Councils (& opposition groups) UK wide on the Exec Board.

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Jim Robbins @jimrobbins.bsky.social · 01/02/2025

Busy week in Swindon, meeting with the MP’s offices, Arval-a key local employer, a @coopcouncils.bsky.social board meeting, Children’s Improvement Board, planted a tree on Fleming Way, attended a devolution meeting with partners in the Thames Valley and spoke at an online @coopparty.party.coop conf!

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Emma Hoddinott @emmahoddinott.bsky.social · 01/02/2025

This morning is the @coopparty.party.coop's South West conference. Looking forward to speaking with @jimrobbins.bsky.social, @tomrenhard.bsky.social, @lukepollard.bsky.social, about how they are putting co-op ideas into action! It's all online so you can join in too!

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Brian Moore @brianmoore666.bsky.social · 17/01/2025

Dear Ms Truss, Please send me a similar legal letter and I will be glad to repeat the allegation without Parliamentary Privilege.

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Emma Bushell @emmabushell.bsky.social · 17/01/2025

Really good to hear this is back in #Swindon in a few weeks and will be sponsored again by @ukri.org among others. Looking forward to seeing the full programme

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Alex Andreou @sturdyalex.bsky.social · 17/01/2025

Can we send her a cease and desist letter, for reputational damage, on behalf of the country?

Liz Truss
@trussliz
In DC. The new
@realDonaldTrump
term can't come soon enough. The West needs it.
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Nicola Osborne (they/them) @suchprettyeyes.bsky.social · 17/01/2025

Really delighted to see this announcement of £60m for the Creative Industries through DCMS and @ukri.org. The creative industries are such a key contributor to the economy, with huge potential not only for growth but real social impact, so this is really encouraging to see www.gov.uk/government/n...

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£60 million boost for creative industries to turbocharge growth

Hundreds of creative businesses and projects across the UK are to receive government funding to help them grow as part of a major boost to the economy – marking the first step of the Government's Sect...

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Brent Toderian @brenttoderian.bsky.social · 18/01/2025

It's a goal of mine to help make this the most famous, well-known and UNDERSTOOD quote about cities in history. Please share it as much as you can. #InducedDemand

Slide by @toderianUW.bsky.social saying “Adding car lanes to deal with traffic congestion is like loosening your belt to cure obesity.“ – Lewis Mumford, 1955

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Stephen Bush @stephenkb.bsky.social · 16/01/2025

I do kind of admire 'it's wrong to means-test the winter fuel allowance'....four hours later...'we should look at means-testing the triple lock'.

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Peter Sketch @petersketch.bsky.social · 15/01/2025

"From a Tory voter in a Labour seat." Ouch.

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Al Taylor 🧢 @altaylornz.bsky.social · 15/01/2025

I never felt more like singing the Blues, When Leicester, Everton & Wolves all lose! Oh Ipswich, you got me singing the Blues 💙⚽ 💙⚽

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James O’Brien @mrjamesob.bsky.social · 08/01/2025

Andrew Norfolk is the former Times journalist whose work brought the grooming gang scandal to public attention...

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Chris Read @christophe-read.bsky.social · 07/01/2025

A real public servant, who’s spent a lifetime protecting women and girls.

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Jim Robbins @jimrobbins.bsky.social · 07/01/2025

@bertsbooks.bsky.social any chance you could get me a copy of @grahamallcott.bsky.social’s book Kind? Cheers!

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Emma Bushell @emmabushell.bsky.social · 05/01/2025

Lots accomplished in our first 18 months as the new #Labour Swindon Borough Council Administration, loads more to do and lots planned for 2025! Particularly excited that the Lyndhurst Centre -a new youth/ family centre -will open this year in the Park North area I represent

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Jim Robbins @jimrobbins.bsky.social · 04/01/2025

Great to see a positive story about Swindon Council to start the year off! open.substack.com/pub/theinksw... We know that we still have plenty of challenges but we are making progress and are determined to address the big issues facing Swindon! Hoping to make more progress in 2025!

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Will 2025 be the year Swindon starts to see some real change?

According to the council it will be the launch of a fairer, better and greener town

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Brian Moore @brianmoore666.bsky.social · 01/01/2025

I understand the sentiment behind dry January, but if you don't want to commit to this, I've an alternative. Pub January, where you stop in at your local hostelry, have a drink and support a sector that is in danger of shrinking into obscurity, and with it a large of part of our heritage.

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Jim Robbins @jimrobbins.bsky.social · 30/12/2024

Two iconic pictures from Ipswich’s outstanding win against Chelsea tonight… #itfc

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Steve Godby @stevegodby.bsky.social · 30/12/2024

Get in! A home win at last and a clean sheet. Uppa Town! #ITFC

Omari Hutchinson of Ipswich Town in his blue and white home strip on the Portman Road pitch during a 2-0 win against Chelsea in which he scored.

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Global Sports Central @npub1qspus6smkn8mcdxg5jflh50s69vdgtwsd5p74gmjpzp2qekn5duqfv5afj.momostr.pink.ap.brid.gy · 30/12/2024

🎉 Ipswich Town record their first home win of the season as they beat Enzo Maresca's Chelsea 2-0. Liam Delap scored from the penalty spot, before Omari Hutchinson added against his former club […] [Original post on coracle.social]

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Chris Read @christophe-read.bsky.social · 29/12/2024

Tbf you could make “reversing stupid Pickles rules” a whole section of the devo white paper with great success I would have thought.

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James Ball @jamesrball.com · 27/12/2024

A rare actual good news story: bees – both honey bees and wild bees – seem to be doing better in the UK. Bee-friendly planting, less pesticide use and an uptick in beekeeping are all having results 🐝 🎉 inews.co.uk/inews-lifest...

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The good news about bees: Why they're returning to British gardens

Thanks to a combination of efforts by beekeepers, better farming practices and reduced pesticide use, populations are showing signs of recovery

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Rhodri Marsden @rhodri.biz · 24/12/2024

By #duvetknowitshchristmas standards, this qualifies as a double bed

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Rhodri Marsden @rhodri.biz · 24/12/2024

So, let's try doing #duvetknowitschristmas here this evening? People are literally Driving Home For Christmas right now, which MIGHT JUST mean that they'll be sleeping somewhere unusual. 1/

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Brent Toderian @brenttoderian.bsky.social · 21/12/2024

“Why It’s So Frickin’ Hard to Stop Driving? Even when better options for commuting are available, people usually don’t make the switch. But there are tricks to help them.” Another good one by @davidzipper.bsky.social in @slate.bsky.social. Change IS hard. We have to be a lot better at it.

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The Psychological Traps That Keep Us Stuck Commuting Via Car

Even when better options are available, switching modes is tough.

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Jim Robbins @jimrobbins.bsky.social · 21/12/2024

Woke up and taken the dog out in the dark. Delighted to remember this is the shortest day and the days will be getting longer from tomorrrow!

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a man with red hair and a white shirt says let there be light

ALT: a man with red hair and a white shirt says let there be light

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Squatlo Bob @squatlobob.bsky.social · 18/12/2024

I think this was the radio call in question: www.youtube.com/watch?v=CiZB...

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Woman calls about Deer Crossing Signs

YouTube video by Jerry Hatfield

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Henry Morris @mrhenrymorris.substack.com · 17/12/2024

The committee at Glamorgan unveil a new picture of club legend Robert Croft.

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Jim Robbins @jimrobbins.bsky.social · 17/12/2024

Pleased to be running a Webinar on Cooperative Values-driven AI for @coopcouncils.bsky.social. Great to be here from Andrew Laird and Rob Gregory about successful projects being run in Local Authorities.

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Jim McMahon MP @jimmcmahon.co.uk · 17/12/2024

We are determined to shift power out of Westminster to Mayors, Councils and the communities they serve. Read our English Devolution White Paper as we outline the case for change, how we will achieve it, and the benefits to communities and economies across the country. www.gov.uk/government/p...

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Swindon Labour @swindonlabour.bsky.social · 17/12/2024

Good final Scrutiny meeting of 2024 last night, looking at the upcoming budget challenges and the Leader's report. Lots going on at @swindoncouncil.bsky.social , looking forward to 2025!

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Jim Robbins @jimrobbins.bsky.social · 16/12/2024

Nice to receive a Christmas Card from the Prime Minister today.

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Jim Robbins @jimrobbins.bsky.social · 10/12/2024

Not a bad place to sit and have a call into the Graham Rogers show on BBC Wiltshire. Great to chat about the new plans for the Oasis and positive news about the wave machine!

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