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Jon Monk @jonmonk.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

Annual beast feast call is out. Deadline 21st September: BEAST invites artists, composers, performers, technologists, researchers, and creative practitioners to explore wildness in all its sonic ferality. www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/2026/be...

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BEAST FEaST 2027: Wild - Call for Works, Talks, and Installations - University of Birmingham

BEAST invites artists, composers, performers, technologists, researchers, and creative practitioners to explore wildness in all its sonic ferality.

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Jon Monk @jonmonk.bsky.social · 23/07/2026

The Heart & Hearth Project will be touring the eight boroughs of Salford this year gathering your stories of Salford life, love, music, culture, food and family, from yonder years to the present: heartandhearth.life

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Heart and Heart | Kitchen Yarns Project Salford Centenary

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Jon Monk @jonmonk.bsky.social · 14/07/2026

My advice to the government on the ‘impact economy’ is to stop fucking referring to it as the impact economy but I know lots of followers on here can be more constructive so please do apply to be on the Impact Economy Advisory Council: www.gov.uk/government/p...

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Impact Economy Advisory Council : Expression of Interest

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Jon Monk @jonmonk.bsky.social · 16/10/2025

I can’t decide if I like it here or not tbh

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Jon Monk @jonmonk.bsky.social · 10/10/2025

@lizcurry.bsky.social @bone6502.bsky.social 👋🏼 love the thought of you having a little couple’s scroll through bluesky 🤣.

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Jon Monk @jonmonk.bsky.social · 02/07/2025

There’s less than a week left to apply for the social enterprise awards: uksocialenterpriseawards.awardsplatform.com and just two weeks to submit your Salford Business Awards application: www.salfordbusinessawards.co.uk happy to help with either should you need it. #Awards #Salford #SocEnt

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UK Social Enterprise Awards

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Philippa Vishnyakov @revealmcr.bsky.social · 04/06/2025

If you’re a Manchester professional /business person, interested in the city’s history and like informal networking, join me for a lunchtime netwalk. On 1 July we explore Ancoats www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/manchester...

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Manchester Netwalk: Ancoats

On this guided history walk, network with business professionals, while exploring Ancoats, from pioneer industrial suburb to urban village

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Jon Monk @jonmonk.bsky.social · 03/06/2025

It’s an incredible privilege to be a part of the Heart of Salford judging panel. It’s humbling, inspiring, exciting and a lovely little celebration. Every single one of the nominees do the most amazing work. They make our city a better place. Good luck to all today! #HeartOfSalford2025

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Jon Monk @jonmonk.bsky.social · 18/05/2025

The Women of Forest Bank. The state’s hand is heavy, but no match for the camaraderie of Forest Bank’s visitors. Rosy Wilson visits the Salford prison: statmagazine.org/the-women-of...

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The Women of HMP Forest Bank - STAT

The state’s hand is heavy, but no match for the camaraderie of HMP Forest Bank’s visitors. Rosy Wilson visits the Salford prison.

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Jon Monk @jonmonk.bsky.social · 12/05/2025

DataKind UK is a small charity that helps other third sector organisations achieve their missions by boosting their use of data analysis and science. They do some great work and are looking for a chair. Details here: drive.google.com/file/d/133T9...

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2025 DataKind UK Trustee candidate pack.pdf

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Jon Monk @jonmonk.bsky.social · 29/04/2025

Saw that this lovely little pop up Greek cafe had been featured on Nostr so came here to say you should visit if you can. Food and drink is delicious: Kallos Café & Wine Bar, Salford: www.kallosmcr.com

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Kallos Cafe & Wine Bar | Greek-Mediterranean | Manchester

Greek & Mediterranean restaurant and cafe serving brunch, wine and meze. Kallos is located in the up-and-coming vibrant neighbourhood of Greengate area in Salford.

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Emily Darko @emilydarko.bsky.social · 25/04/2025

The 2025 state of social enterprise survey closes tonight! If you’re a UK social enterprise and yet to complete, please do today! Thanks 🙏

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Jon Monk @jonmonk.bsky.social · 24/04/2025

Reason Digital have launched Reason Labs, a space for developing radical digital ideas that prioritise people. They’re asking one big question: "What problem do you want to see fixed in the world?" If you’ve got something in mind – tell them: reasondigital.com/reason-labs/

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Reason Labs | Reason Digital

What problems do you want to see fixed in the world?

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Jon Monk @jonmonk.bsky.social · 22/04/2025

There are two drop-in sessions for anyone (including local businesses) who would like to know more about the works that start in May on Chapel Street. Both are this Thursday 24th April at Sacred Trinity Church at 1pm - 2pm and 6pm - 7pm.

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Jon Monk @jonmonk.bsky.social · 15/04/2025

Another unfathomable contradiction in the [36-year] morass produced by the legal system: two major police forces have conceded to a claim that they mounted a cover-up, but not a single police officer has been held to account for the edifice of lies. #JFT97 www.theguardian.com/football/202...

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Hillsborough, 35 years on: the pain of injustice remains raw as ever

Despite vindication over police and media lies that followed the disaster, families and survivors lament lack of accountability

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Anjali Dayal @anjalikdayal.bsky.social · 08/04/2025

running the Keynes flag up the flagpole once again

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Jon Monk @jonmonk.bsky.social · 07/04/2025

Updates on the latest Chapel Street roadworks will be on this page: www.salford.gov.uk/parking-road...

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Works on Chapel Street East and New Bailey•Salford City Council

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Jon Monk @jonmonk.bsky.social · 03/04/2025

Some details of the Strangeways/Cambridge industrial estate consultation here including events in Broughton and Cheetham Hill: www.salford.gov.uk/your-council... closes 26th May

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Consultation begins around the long-term regeneration of the Strangeways and Cambridge neighbourhoods•Salford City Council

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evacide @evacide.bsky.social · 03/04/2025

Pour one out for the folks who spent years getting degrees in political science, international relations, and economics only to watch tariffs get set by querying an AI chatbot.

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Quays Culture @quaysculture.bsky.social · 28/03/2025

We’re commissioning a £10,000 light artwork for two festivals in Salford, UK: Lightwaves Salford and RHS Glow. We’re looking for artists to create a piece that connects urban and nature-rich settings, using light as a key element. Follow link In Bio for the full application Pack and how to apply.

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Jon Monk @jonmonk.bsky.social · 27/03/2025

If you’re part of a social enterprise in Salford (or wherever I suppose!) please take the time to complete the State of Social Enterprise survey - it helps us keep our work relevant to your needs and helps SEUK continue their wonderful work: surveys.bmgresearch.co.uk/wix/8/p46316... #Salford #SocEnt

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BMG Research

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Jon Monk @jonmonk.bsky.social · 27/03/2025

Hopefully included some positive discussion on school streets Tom? We’re already far behind the rest of the world and are now lagging behind Salford. There are plenty of talented people in Manchester willing to support this work…

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Jon Monk @jonmonk.bsky.social · 20/03/2025

MARC the printers have a crowdfunder to help them purchase a new Risograph machine. Do contribute if you can, they’re great!: www.crowdfunder.co.uk/p/marc-needs...

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MARC Needs a New Risograph Machine!

MARC needs to purchase a 2-drum Risograph machine - to run our public workshops and meet print demand in a less time consuming manner!

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Morgan Ofori @morgankofori.bsky.social · 19/03/2025

For @tribunemagazine.bsky.social. I went to find out why, despite strong grassroots support for sanctions against Israel, and a live investigation, FIFA’s response has been muted. With input from Bassil Mikdadi and others. tribunemag.co.uk/2025/03/pale...

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Palestine vs. FIFA

Palestinian football has been at a standstill since October 2023, and now campaigners are demanding that FIFA sanctions Israel's FA. Does the organisation’s failure to do so make a mockery of its own ...

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Jon Monk @jonmonk.bsky.social · 19/03/2025

Shout out to whoever was playing Bella Ciao on the squeezebox outside cheetham hill tesco. Made my day 😃 #SmashFascists

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James West @westjames.bsky.social · 19/03/2025

📻 if you like mixing audio, especially live speech, have a look at this. We’ve some 6 month contracts for Studio Directors in Salford, so no need to move to that London. SDs are the beating heart of BBC Radio 5 Live - ask me if you want to know more, or tap here: careers.bbc.co.uk/job-invite/2...

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Studio Director

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Salford CVS @salfordcvs.bsky.social · 18/03/2025

Take a look at the amazing women making a difference in Salford! We've created a webpage showcasing their hard work and dedication🌟 Read more: lght.ly/i428bfb Know someone who deserves to be celebrated for their work? Get in touch! 📧communications@salfordcvs.co.uk

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IWD25: Celebrating Salford Women | Salford CVS

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Jon Monk @jonmonk.bsky.social · 18/03/2025

Do you work with people who are trying to become self employed? www.salford.gov.uk/jobs-skills-...

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Do you work with people who are trying to become self employed?•Salford City Council

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Women for Refugee Women @4refugeewomen.bsky.social · 13/03/2025

❓Did you know that most people seeking asylum are BANNED from working? Talented, experienced and skilled people trapped in unemployment by a senseless ban. The #LiftTheBan coalition visited Parliament with a clear message: We are ready to work! Lift the ban, NOW!

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Lift the Ban: Give people seeking asylum the right to work.

Did you know that most people seeking asylum are banned from working? Talented, experienced and skilled people trapped in unemployment by a senseless ban.The...

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Jon Monk @jonmonk.bsky.social · 14/03/2025

There’s another Salford (& Manchester) Sup on 27th March where there’s more than £1k up for grabs for community groups, social enterprises and small businesses. Great DJ, great food, great company - do come along if you can: www.fatsoma.com/e/ti2cq47d/s... #Salford #Manchester #Grants #SocEnt

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Salford (and Manchester) Sup at Deli-Lama, Salford on 27th Mar 2025

Salford (and Manchester) Sup at Deli-Lama, Salford on 27th Mar 2025. Buy tickets in just 2-clicks with our super-fast checkout

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Dr. Jami Rogers @publicradionerd.bsky.social · 14/03/2025

Manchester! David Thacker's new show, at the King's Arms Salford (what a great pub!). Short run, next week. It'll be unmissable, like his other two collabs at the King's Arms cc: @drdaveobrien.bsky.social

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Jon Monk @jonmonk.bsky.social · 14/03/2025

If you know of a volunteer, a voluntary or community group, or a social enterprise that are doing great work in Salford you should definitely nominate them for a Heart of Salford Award. All nominees are recognised 🎉

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Jon Monk @jonmonk.bsky.social · 13/03/2025

Salford CVS have grants of up to £2,500 for creative projects across Salford to celebrate The Lowry's 25th Anniversary. Find out more and apply here: www.salfordcvs.co.uk/together-we-...

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Together We Create | Salford CVS

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SAVE Britain's Heritage @savetoreuse.bsky.social · 12/03/2025

Want to save a grade II Salford theatre on our risk register? Salford Victoria Theatre Trust are seeking new Board members at a key stage in their development and campaign to reinvent it as a community cultural hub. A range of skills are needed. Details here: salfordvictoria.co.uk Deadline: 4.4.25

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Jon Monk @jonmonk.bsky.social · 03/03/2025

If you’re not watching the Milk Cup final you could get involved in some community planting in Clowes Park on 16th March: www.salford.gov.uk/parks-and-op...

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An update at Clowes Park•Salford City Council

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Dr Laura Humphreys @bogarty.bsky.social · 03/03/2025

Absolutely incredible freelance research opportunity at @thelowry.com - they need a researcher to produce a piece on the enduring relationship between Lowry and Salford and its communities. I'd jump at this if I was just a smidge closer to Salford! www.artsjobs.org.uk/jobs/search/...

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Research Brief: LS Lowry, The Lowry and the City of Salford: 1887 to 2025 | Job

To research, write and share a comprehensive and insightful narrative about the enduring relationships between the artist LS Lowry, the city of Salford and its communities, and The Lowry as part of a ...

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Salford CVS @salfordcvs.bsky.social · 25/02/2025

We currently have four funds open for applications! Deadlines: - Food Response Fund: 17th March - Short Break Care Fund: 3rd March - Healthy Holidays Fund: 10th March - Active East Salford Fund: 24th March Read more and get your application in: lght.ly/784f198

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Social Enterprise UK @socialenterpriseuk.bsky.social · 17/02/2025

Calling all members! Get a head start on the State of Social Enterprise survey by following the personalised links BMG Research sent to your inboxes. Help us amplify the voice of #SocialEnterprise by filling it in today – it only takes 15 minutes.

An image of Devi Clark with overlaid text: “I have used the data from this survey to tell the story of social enterprise for years to founders, funders and governments. It's a key part of understanding who we are as a sector. We need real social entrepreneurs to take the 15 minutes to fill it in - I promise it is worth the effort!” – Devi Clark, Impact Hub London

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Salford City College Group @salfordccgroup.bsky.social · 25/02/2025

As we approach International Women's Day next week, we're hosting a series of events, and we would like to invite businesses & organisations to participate or contribute in some way. Events include: 👉Women in the Arts 👉Women in Business 👉Women in Construction #IWD2025 @salfordcvs.bsky.social

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Jon Monk @jonmonk.bsky.social · 18/02/2025

Salford uni contract for a Landscape and Public Realm Architect www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/notice/e24b5...

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Landscape and Public Realm Architect - Contracts Finder

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Jon Monk @jonmonk.bsky.social · 17/02/2025

The ICO are beta testing a ‘Direct marketing advice generator’ try it here: ico.org.uk/for-organisa...

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Direct marketing advice generator

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