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Julie Healy

@juliehealy.bsky.social
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Interested in evidence based practice and policy and service improvement. Big fan of Parkrun 💙

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Julie Healy @juliehealy.bsky.social · 19/07/2026
First visit to Lurgan Park Parkrun yesterday, fab turnout of Saintfield Striders enjoying some tourism. Lovely park and very friendly volunteers, loved it 💙 #Loveparkrun
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Carnegie Oldpark Library @carnegieoldpark.bsky.social · 22/06/2026
Our COLA board of trustees hard at work planning our #BacktoLife future as Carnegie Centre for Weaving and community resource
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Julie Healy @juliehealy.bsky.social · 07/06/2026
Absolutely soaked at Castlewellan Parkrun yesterday. Huge thanks to all the volunteers who were still standing in the rain as we had our coffee 💙☕️🌧 #LoveParkrun
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The Property Ombudsman @tpos.co.uk · 14/04/2026
Six property businesses have been expelled from our scheme after they failed to pay compensation to consumers. Read more: www.tpos.co.uk/2026/04/six-...
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Six property firms expelled from The Property Ombudsman | The Property Ombudsman
The latest updates about our service, policy developments and insight reports to promote best practice and prevent complaints.
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Julie Healy @juliehealy.bsky.social · 28/03/2026
Super morning to volunteer at Castlewellan Parkrun. Pacers galore and 300 runners and walkers 💙 #lovevolunteering #loveParkrun
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Julie Healy @juliehealy.bsky.social · 28/02/2026
Beautiful, blue sky day for Montalto Estate Parkrun - celebrating the 100th milestone of a fellow Saintfield Strider #LoveParkrun 💙
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Julie Healy @juliehealy.bsky.social · 15/02/2026
Sea of red and pink tops at Castlewellan Parkrun yesterday. A beautiful sunny day to volunteer in - very welcome after all the rain. #LoveParkrun #LoveVolunteering
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ADRC NI @adrcni.bsky.social · 23/01/2026
🔎 Nearly half of Northern Ireland’s population experienced upward or downward social mobility between 2010 and 2016 — and the health impacts are not straightforward. Read the ADRC NI Data Insight here: www.adruk.org/news-publica...
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Nearly half of people in Northern Ireland experienced upward or downward social mobility, with different health outcomes
Nearly half of Northern Ireland’s population experienced a change in their level of deprivation between 2010 and 2016, according to new ADR Northern Ireland ...
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Saba Salman @sabasalman.com · 05/02/2026
Late to this but it's not going away: Errors in NHS/govt recording of cause of death among learning disabled people - avoidable deaths underreported. A review btw launched in a 'world first' blaze of glory many years ago. Important from @danielhewittitv.bsky.social www.itv.com/news/2026-01...
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Julie Healy @juliehealy.bsky.social · 07/02/2026
Some Parkrun tourism at the very friendly and welcoming Enniskillen Parkrun. Lovely run and particularly enjoyed the bridge 💙 #LoveParkrun
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Julie Healy @juliehealy.bsky.social · 31/01/2026
Busy day Time Keeping at beautiful Castlewellan Parkrun. Volunteer numbers at a record breaking 48 with fantastic Pacers 💙 #LoveParkrun #LoveVolunteering
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Julie Healy @juliehealy.bsky.social · 24/01/2026
Wonderful experience at Progression Parkrun, Mountjoy Prison Dublin. Huge respect to Officer Bruce for his dedication, hospitality and warm welcome. #LoveParkrun
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Northern Ireland Public Services Ombudsman @nipsocomms.bsky.social · 25/06/2025
The Ombudsman has announced that she is to commence her 'own initiative' investigation into the Northern Ireland Housing Executive. The decision follows her consideration of the Housing Executive’s response to an investigation proposal earlier this year. See: nipso.org.uk/our-findings...
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Julie Healy @juliehealy.bsky.social · 21/06/2025
Beautiful morning at Castlewellan Parkrun. Quick snap of the early folk, most wait until 9.28 lol. #LoveParkrun #LoveVolunteering
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Improving Adult Care Together (IMPACT) @impadultcare.bsky.social · 23/05/2025
We're looking for one representative from Northern Ireland who draws on care and support, and one unpaid carer representative from Wales to join IMPACT's Co-production Advisory Group. Find out more about the roles and apply here: buff.ly/7Kq2zhB
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Improving Adult Care Together (IMPACT) @impadultcare.bsky.social · 06/06/2025
This week, we published the latest Ask IMPACT guide – all about what it’s like to be a self-funder and what could be done differently. Find the full guide here: impact.bham.ac.uk/delivery-mod...
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Julie Healy @juliehealy.bsky.social · 26/04/2025
Some Parkrun tourism this morning to kick start our running club Super 8 Series. Fab support around the route #LoveParkrun thanks to all the volunteers 👏👏
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NIRWN @nirwn.bsky.social · 21/04/2025
Still time to apply👇
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Julie Healy @juliehealy.bsky.social · 19/04/2025
Rain didn't dampen spirts at Castlewellan Parkrun 'Chase the Pacer' this morning. Lovely atmosphere and great support as always 💙 #LoveParkrun
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Northern Ireland Public Services Ombudsman @nipsocomms.bsky.social · 21/03/2025
We've published the first in a series of reports looking at potential barriers to accessing healthcare in Northern Ireland. Lost in Translation examines interpretation services in GP practices for those patients who are not proficient in English. nipso.org.uk/our-findings...
Front cover of report
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Northern Ireland Public Services Ombudsman @nipsocomms.bsky.social · 21/03/2025
To help us compile our Lost in Translation report, we collected information from the BSO Interpreting Service and the Department of Health's Directorate of Primary Care. nipso.org.uk/our-findings...
Statistics of GPs requesting translation
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Northern Ireland Public Services Ombudsman @nipsocomms.bsky.social · 03/04/2025
Earlier today we spoke at the Centre for Independent Living's annual conference. Thanks to those involved for the opportunity to inform attendees about how we deal with people's unresolved complaints about public services.
NIPSO speaking at the conference
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Julie Healy @juliehealy.bsky.social · 29/03/2025
Lovely morning at beautiful Montalto Estate Parkrun in Ballynahinch 💙 temporary route still in place due to storm damage. Bit easier than the usual route 🥵
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Prof Gráinne McKeever @mckeevergrainne.bsky.social · 27/03/2025
An amazing opportunity to do a perfectly timed PhD on disabled people's lived experiences of benefit reform ⬇️
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Northern Ireland Public Services Ombudsman @nipsocomms.bsky.social · 20/03/2025
Project lead Prof. Chris Gill (Univ of Glasgow) explaining the aim is to enhance access to justice for asylum seekers and refugees, helping to ensure they are able to access rights and entitlements. It is also about the role of Ombuds organisations and how they can extend their impact in society.
Photo of Chris Gill
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Northern Ireland Public Services Ombudsman @nipsocomms.bsky.social · 20/03/2025
Ombudsman Margaret Kelly welcomes delegates to our conference today. 'Seeking safety - supporting asylum seekers and refugees to access public services' will hear from local and international voices share their experiences of work in this area.
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Northern Ireland Public Services Ombudsman @nipsocomms.bsky.social · 19/03/2025
Our latest Case Digest looks at some of the investigations we've carried out in relation to women’s health. The cases highlight some of the key issues, and illustrate how learning from complaints can help to improve public services. Read the Digest at: nipso.org.uk/resources/ot...
Front cover of Digest
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Northern Ireland Public Services Ombudsman @nipsocomms.bsky.social · 19/03/2025
"It's important we change the culture in public bodies so that they learn from complaints. We cannot use a system under pressure as an excuse to not do that." Ombudsman Margaret Kelly on @bbcradioulster explains how complaints can be a driver for change. bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/...
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Julie Healy @juliehealy.bsky.social · 15/03/2025
Another beautiful morning volunteering at Castlewellan Parkrun 💙 Lovely intro from local Irish Language Group highlighting the many nearby landmarks with Irish Language names and meaning. #LoveParkrun
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Prof Gráinne McKeever @mckeevergrainne.bsky.social · 13/03/2025
We've worked with the Law Society(NI), litigants in person & other stakeholders to develop a Charter to help manage what can be a difficult relationship between litigants in person and solicitors on the 'other side' of the case. Details of the Charter launch below - please register to attend ⬇️
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Northern Ireland Public Services Ombudsman @nipsocomms.bsky.social · 07/03/2025
To mark #InternationalWomenDay Ombudsman Margaret Kelly has appeared as a special guest on the Ombudsman Association podcast. Tune in to hear discussions on women in leadership as well as examples of NIPSO investigations about issues relating to women's health. youtu.be/qv4TZVlEO0Q
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S2 EP6: International Women’s Day Special with Margaret Kelly
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Paul S-H @pauls-h.bsky.social · 01/03/2025
parkrunday. Sublime
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Northern Ireland Public Services Ombudsman @nipsocomms.bsky.social · 27/02/2025
Ombudsman Margaret Kelly is proposing an investigation into the actions of the region’s largest social housing landlord, the Northern Ireland Housing Executive. nipso.org.uk/latest
Website story
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RTÉ News @news.rte.ie · 15/02/2025
Ireland is now the most popular place for parkrun worldwide, with around 9% of the population now registered
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Ireland the most popular place for parkrun worldwide
Ireland is now the most popular place for parkrun worldwide, with around 9% of the population now registered.
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Julie Healy @juliehealy.bsky.social · 22/02/2025
Another beautiful morning volunteering at Castlewellan Parkrun 💙 Alternative route in place due to storm damage, but super to be back. ##lovevolunteering #LoveParkrun
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Leybourne Lakes parkrun @leybournelakespkrn.bsky.social · 10/02/2025
Just sayin’
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Paul S-H @pauls-h.bsky.social · 09/02/2025
parkrun Ambassadors ROCK
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Tony Gallagher @tgeducation.bsky.social · 10/02/2025
Professor Laura Lundy shares a new infographic she has developed that shows what meaningful participation by children could and should look like. @lauralundy.bsky.social qpol.qub.ac.uk/how-to-do-be...
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What to do when you (really) can do nothing at all and how to do better in children’s participation. - Queen's Policy Engagement
Professor Laura Lundy shares a new infographic she has developed that shows what meaningful participation by children could and should look like.
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Northern Ireland Public Services Ombudsman @nipsocomms.bsky.social · 30/01/2025
Our latest Quarterly Bulletin highlights: 📑 - five investigation reports into complaints about health and housing 📢- the latest on our complaints standards work 🪩 - details of an upcoming conference 👩‍💼- news of job opportunities at NIPSO nipso.org.uk/resources/ot...
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Northern Ireland Public Services Ombudsman @nipsocomms.bsky.social · 05/02/2025
Final week to apply! 👇👇👇👇 www.nipso.org.uk/jobs
Job advert
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Martin @occasionalrunner.bsky.social · 08/02/2025
Not every day you can say you beat a double Olympic Gold medalist at parkrun. Met Dame Kelly Holmes. She's lovely and happy to pose for photos. Also met parkrun friend from that other place. Tommy is trying to complete all the parkruns in Ireland. #loveparkrun #parkrun
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Paul S-H @pauls-h.bsky.social · 01/02/2025
There is something so special about being in Ireland and spending time with the folks at parkrun. Marlay parkrun exceeded all expectations today. Friendly, welcoming and powerfully restorative. Thanks for caring for me Ireland.
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Julie Healy @juliehealy.bsky.social · 01/02/2025
Lovely morning celebrating my 200th Parkrun. Thanks to all the volunteers who make this possible every week 🙌 #LoveParkrun
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Center for Inclusive Policy @inclusivepolicy.bsky.social · 27/01/2025
We are proud to launch our new series, Disability Policy Insights. This series is designed to provide an in-depth analysis of critical issues affecting persons with disabilities Globally. This issue takes a closer look at inclusive social protection policies: inclusive-policy.org/disability-p...
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Disability Policy Insights | Center for Inclusive Policy
A policy, research, and training “think and do” tank building inclusive futures.
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Northern Ireland Public Services Ombudsman @nipsocomms.bsky.social · 28/01/2025
Our Improvement, Engagement and Impact team helps promote the learning from our work, leading to improvements across the public sector. This is an interesting and varied role within a unique organisation. Apply today at: nipso.org.uk/jobs
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Sean Martin @seanmartin38.bsky.social · 28/01/2025
Interesting research. We need a simple compassionate complaints process for public services which is focused on resolution and learning. @mrosekelly.bsky.social @juliehealy.bsky.social @nipsocomms.bsky.social
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Sean Martin @seanmartin38.bsky.social · 27/01/2025
There is still time to apply for these non executive roles and play a key role in the governance of NIPSO
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Northern Ireland Public Services Ombudsman @nipsocomms.bsky.social · 27/01/2025
Would you like to be on our Audit and Risk Committee? We require a new Chair and a new Member of the body that provides scrutiny and support for the Ombudsman in her role as NIPSO's Accounting Officer. To find out more, see: nipso.org.uk/jobs
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Fabian Society @thefabians.bsky.social · 25/01/2025
"We have to acknowledge that black women are three times more likely to die in childbirth. It’s gone down from 4 times because more white working class women are now more likely to die in childbirth, so we’re closing the gap in the wrong way." @rthonwesstreeting.bsky.social #FabianNYC25
A grand room in London's Guildhall, with a large audience watching Wes Streeting MP give a speech in front of a Fabian Society banner.
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Northern Ireland Public Services Ombudsman @nipsocomms.bsky.social · 21/01/2025
We regularly publish our full investigation reports. Our latest reports include our findings into complaints about: 🏫a primary school and a secondary school 🩺two GP practices 🏘️the NI Housing Executive 🏥four Health Trusts nipso.org.uk/our-investig...
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