iiinova — where your digital self keeps evolving

Reposted by Kate Jopling

Institute for Government @instituteforgovernment.org.uk · 30/07/2026

Burnham can’t take the politics out of social care reform Andy Burnham's pledge to tackle social care is an encouraging, though familiar, commitment, but he will need to face some very difficult choices to succeed says @stuarthoddinott.bsky.social www.instituteforgovernment.org.uk/comment/burn...

instituteforgovernment.org.uk

Burnham can’t take the politics out of social care reform | Institute for Government

The new PM will have to prioritise to make progress on social care during this parliament

164

Reposted by Kate Jopling

Tim Bale @timbale.bsky.social · 27/07/2026

PS There's debate to be had about whether major reform to anything in the UK has ever come from cross party consensus prior to it being introduced. Historically, the governing party goes for it while the opposition initially fights it tooth n' nail before realising it works and/or that it's popular.

1111221

Reposted by Kate Jopling

Dan Sohege @danielsohege.bsky.social · 14/06/2026

This is nuts. Yes we need better protections online, but this is a massive overreach by Starmer. For many young people, especially marginalised ones such as trans and neurodivergent, online spaces can be a safe place for them to develop a genuine support community www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2026...

theguardian.com

Starmer to announce ‘Australia plus’ ban on social media for under-16s

Sources say hardline measures will also prevent young users from being to talk to strangers on gaming apps

41507186

Kate Jopling @katejopling.bsky.social · 08/06/2026

Really interesting results ⬇️

010

Kate Jopling @katejopling.bsky.social · 02/06/2026

Conference starts with a panel discussing where we start. @socialcarefuture.bsky.social’s Andy McCabe sums up the state of care as “precarious” but describes the glimmers of hope that point to a better future

000

Kate Jopling @katejopling.bsky.social · 02/06/2026

Today’s job. A little light work for a rainy Tuesday. Let’s hope it’s as easy to find our way through the discussions!

Conference venue map with heading “Sorting out social care” and King’s Fund branding

160

Reposted by Kate Jopling

Frances Ryan @francesryan.bsky.social · 27/05/2026

A part of my book, Who Wants Normal?, that felt important to include was cultural prejudice around disability aids. I spoke with people who endure pain or stay indoors rather than use one. We can talk about helping people keep healthy as they age without stigmatising “ending up in a wheelchair.”

58727

Kate Jopling @katejopling.bsky.social · 20/05/2026

“It’s good news if you’re *to blame*”? Bloody hell.

340

Reposted by Kate Jopling

Alex Smith @alexsmith1982.bsky.social · 19/05/2026

We still need a huge effort to reduce loneliness and build belonging in the UK and globally. Sign up to join Tracey Crouch, Olivia Field, Trey Leveque, Liz Schwartz and me for a special TransAtlantic conversation on how to drive impact again. shorensteincenter.org/event/only-t...

shorensteincenter.org

Only The Beginning: Sustainable Strategies For Tackling Loneliness - The Shorenstein Center

021

Reposted by Kate Jopling

Helen Buckingham @hbuckingham.bsky.social · 24/03/2026

Totally this. Too often we assume digital exclusion is about age. Well, the digital revolution was kicked off by people now 70+, grandma can probably manage an app if she can see the phone. We don't think nearly enough about digital exclusion caused by disability, affordability & language barriers.

14217

Reposted by Kate Jopling

scie.org.uk @scie.org.uk · 09/03/2026

The Department of Health and Social Care is running a survey to explore the self-funder care journey and better understand how to support individuals and families in their care searches. The survey can be found here: forms.office.com/pages/respon...

101

Kate Jopling @katejopling.bsky.social · 05/03/2026

Later on Louise Casey will set out her first thoughts on her Commission on adult social care. Despite consensus that reform is needed, action has largely eluded us.

110

Kate Jopling @katejopling.bsky.social · 05/03/2026

Happy ‘Thank-goodness-my-kids-are-too-old-for-World-Book-Day’ to all who celebrate

130

Kate Jopling @katejopling.bsky.social · 27/02/2026

Not at all comforting to see the questions being raised about the integrity of the election / result - the playbook being followed VERY closely here

030

Reposted by Kate Jopling

Sheila McKechnie Foundation (SMK) @smkcampaigners.bsky.social · 19/02/2026

021

Kate Jopling @katejopling.bsky.social · 14/02/2026

Good to see this - practical proposals for addressing the loneliness that sits beneath and feeds so many of the big challenges we face today

030

Reposted by Kate Jopling

Alex von Tunzelmann @alexvont.bsky.social · 07/02/2026

I really hope people advocating to ban kids from SM read this. Some kids are isolated by disabilities or circumstances. Furthermore, some kids grow up in abusive households. “Ideally, a child’s exposure to online worlds should be moderated by their parents” isn’t a reassuring sentiment for everyone

171697792

Reposted by Kate Jopling

Gaby Hinsliff @gabyhinsliff.bsky.social · 02/01/2026

I’m sorry, but if ‘other people have views, and they’re annoying’ is news to you in govt, then you have not properly prepared for government www.thetimes.com/uk/politics/...

thetimes.com

Alaa Abd el-Fattah has shown supremacy of the Stakeholder State

My time working in No 10 showed me how much time and energy is sapped by people obsessed with fringe issues. It doesn’t have to be this way

914625

Reposted by Kate Jopling

Robert Hutton @roberthutton.co.uk · 02/01/2026

All this government's humiliating retreats could have been avoided if ministers had listened to lobby groups before announcing the policy, rather than waiting until afterwards.

2768

Reposted by Kate Jopling

Anthony Painter @anthonypainter.bsky.social · 02/01/2026

Well, this explains a lot about Labour's travails if little else. Verging on conspiracism. Hate to break it to politicians of this and all future generations, you will be governing in a complex society. You need to factor that into your operating model. www.thetimes.com/uk/politics/...

thetimes.com

Alaa Abd el-Fattah has shown supremacy of the Stakeholder State

My time working in No 10 showed me how much time and energy is sapped by people obsessed with fringe issues. It doesn’t have to be this way

58115

Reposted by Kate Jopling

Charlotte Augst @charlotteaugst.bsky.social · 31/12/2025

The reason for overcrowding of A&E is that too many people haven't got entirely predictable crises managed through anticipatory care and too many people then need an admission. It is not that some people with minor illnesses are there too.

2166

Reposted by Kate Jopling

Jim Waterson @jim.londoncentric.media · 09/12/2025

We're probably going to miss our target... donate.biggive.org/campaign/a05... But if you donate to this excellent cause by noon today your money will be doubled and (if you drop me an email) I'll give you free access to the members-only London Centric stories I'm working on.

61918

Reposted by Kate Jopling

Think Local Act Personal @tlap.bsky.social · 08/12/2025

The future of adult social care relies on public understanding. So how can we shifting the way we talk to build understanding and strengthen support for investment and reform? If you want to communicate about social care in a way that connects, these resources will help: bit.ly/3KINLs5

002

Reposted by Kate Jopling

ADASS @adass.bsky.social · 26/11/2025

“I tell my story so that future generations don’t have to go through the box ticking I did, to be able to get the care I need.” Powerful words from Freya who shared her story as part of our Care Can’t Wait campaign. Read her story: www.adass.org.uk/campaign_art... #ncasc25 #reframingsocialcare

021

Kate Jopling @katejopling.bsky.social · 26/11/2025

Enjoying the start of my first #NCASC - @clentonf.bsky.social demonstrating his usual way with words as he argues for storytelling to engage people with social care saying “stories move people, spreadsheets don’t”

041

Reposted by Kate Jopling

Martin McKee @martinmckee.bsky.social · 23/11/2025

Powerful piece by @drrachelclarke.com on the COVID inquiry. Those who say it’s easy to be wise in hindsight are being utterly disingenuous. Many of us spoke out at the time, and it’s in the public record. @independentsage.bsky.social observer.co.uk/news/nationa...

observer.co.uk

I’ll never forget the horror of the Covid wards | The Observer

8748298

Reposted by Kate Jopling

Brandy Jensen @brandyjensen.bsky.social · 14/11/2025

I hate that AI has made me approach cute animal videos with an air of suspicion. I resent having to harden my heart to the possibility of an unlikely friendship between a very large dog and a very small one

665238942

Reposted by Kate Jopling

Pete Fraser @petefrasermusic.bsky.social · 10/11/2025

Progressive thought has been totally expunged from the British political mainstream, and *still* the argument is that there’s an unacceptable institutional bias to the left within the news media. It is *utterly* mad. Very clear for all to see what’s happening here.

15111

Kate Jopling @katejopling.bsky.social · 02/11/2025

So many echoes of my conversations with students experiencing loneliness here. The structure of freshers’ weeks etc put so much pressure on first meetings when in fact it’s through regular, repeated, low pressure contact that most of us ultimately find our people

071

Reposted by Kate Jopling

Befriending Networks @befriending.co.uk · 01/11/2025

Befriending Week 2025 is here! From 1 - 7 November, communities will be gathering to celebrate befriending and social connection. We have a fantastic programme lined up - visit the blog to find out what's in store! befriending.co.uk/bw25-launch #BefriendingWeek #WythnosCyfeillio

021

Kate Jopling @katejopling.bsky.social · 15/10/2025

Delighted to have worked with @tlap.bsky.social on just a few of these projects and programmes - but lots more to explore in this summary!

020

Reposted by Kate Jopling

Think Local Act Personal @tlap.bsky.social · 15/10/2025

What did we work on over the last financial year? Our new 24-25 Highlights Report shares work across five key areas – from co-production to innovation and inclusion in care and support: buff.ly/bUDEWVJ #socialcare #coproduction #TLAP #careandsupport

001

Kate Jopling @katejopling.bsky.social · 08/10/2025

This new paper from @blimeysimon.bsky.social @thekingsfund.bsky.social is helpful primer on the big questions in front of the Casey Commission. I’m not so convinced by a national assessment system, not least because I fear losing babies with bath water - but agree it’s worth thinking through

010

Reposted by Kate Jopling

Care Provider Alliance @cpa-socialcare.bsky.social · 01/10/2025

Fair pay agreement consultation @DHSCgovuk is seeking feedback from individuals & organisations on how to establish the best way to collectively agree a #fairpay agreement. Consultation closes 11:59pm on 16 Jan 2026 www.gov.uk/governmen... #socialcare #caremanagers #consultation

gov.uk

Fair pay agreement process in adult social care

Consultation about the fair pay agreement process in adult social care.

012

Reposted by Kate Jopling

Greg Fell @felly500.bsky.social · 27/09/2025

roll-out of social prescribing in England's primary care system www.thelancet.com/journals/lan... Rapid ⬆️ in Px Doesn't appear to a rapid increase in the £ available for services to which people are referred If this were referrals to orthopaedics that wouldn't be ok not ok in this context

thelancet.com

National roll-out of social prescribing in England's primary care system: a longitudinal observational study using Clinical Practice Research Datalink data

Social prescribing has expanded rapidly in England, far exceeding initial targets of 900 000 patients by 2023–24, suggesting broad service acceptability. Progress is being made in reaching specific ta...

187

Kate Jopling @katejopling.bsky.social · 01/10/2025

Some very wise heads have come together to think through the 10 Year Plan. This is worth a read

175

Reposted by Kate Jopling

Robert Wright @reporterrwright.ft.com · 27/09/2025

I've long had an interest in asylum and immigration issues, on which I'm sadly no longer reporting. I also like riding my bike. So, next Saturday, I'm undertaking the #BoxHill100 in aid of the emergency appeal by Southwark Day Centre for Asylum Seekers: www.crowdfunder.co.uk/p/box-hill-1...

crowdfunder.co.uk

Box Hill 100 for Southwark's asylum seeker centre

I'm raising money to help keep Southwark Day Centre for Asylum Seekers open at a time when funding is desperately short

26523

Reposted by Kate Jopling

Sam Freedman @samfr.bsky.social · 28/09/2025

To illustrate the point a pizza at Pizza Express is now £20 or you can get a rump steak at Hawksmoor for £27. The gap has really shrunk.

5534340

Kate Jopling @katejopling.bsky.social · 25/09/2025

At @socialcarefuture.bsky.social gathering today the Casey Commission flagged that it has today opened itself up to hear views directly from people and organisations. More detail is promised soon on structured engagement, but the form is open now: caseycommission.co.uk/contact/

caseycommission.co.uk

Independent Commission on Adult Social Care

011

Kate Jopling @katejopling.bsky.social · 25/09/2025

Great to be with @socialcarefuture.bsky.social movement in Manchester today. @alexfoxshared.bsky.social is doing great work capturing the key points in this morning’s ‘Suggestion Time’ for the Casey Commission

131

Kate Jopling @katejopling.bsky.social · 12/09/2025

I’ve been talking a lot about home being not necessarily the place you already live, but more a place of safety and connection. This story illustrates that beautifully

140

Reposted by Kate Jopling

Liam Thorp @liamthorp.bsky.social · 07/09/2025

I’ve been frustrated to see so much of the ongoing story about asylum seekers and the protests against them covered without hearing from those seeking asylum and now being met with hostility and hatred I set out to speak to those directly affected to find out about the impact this is having 👇

liverpoolecho.co.uk

We escaped war and torture but now we feel unsafe in Britain

Special report: Amid protests and rising aggression towards asylum seekers across the country, we spoke to those being targeted

44924435

Reposted by Kate Jopling

Charlotte Lydia Riley @lottelydia.bsky.social · 31/08/2025

Read up and down this thread: trans people have been treated abominably by the state and are now in an impossible position to

210436

Kate Jopling @katejopling.bsky.social · 11/08/2025

Hello network. Do I know anyone that might be able to lend me a desk and a bit of wifi near King’s Cross tomorrow afternoon?

001

Kate Jopling @katejopling.bsky.social · 03/08/2025

These kinds of support services are exactly what we’ll need to move care out of hospitals. We can’t afford to be losing these organisations right now

142

Reposted by Kate Jopling

neilmcrowther @neilmcrowther.bsky.social · 21/07/2025

A weekend away camping with two old friends got me thinking about how central our sense of identity is to our wellbeing, and how much sustaining it relies on our relationships. Happier campers: makingrightsmakesense.wordpress.com/2025/07/21/h...

makingrightsmakesense.wordpress.com

Happier campers

After a really hectic week it was wonderful to spend last weekend getting away with my two oldest friends for a weekend’s camping, walking, drinking and eating in the countryside around Strou…

042

Reposted by Kate Jopling

Hannah White @drhannahwhite.bsky.social · 16/07/2025

Great to hear @georgiagould.bsky.social talking about creating an authorising environment for civil servants to work differently with the frontline to deliver the test, learn and grow approach - but contrary to No10 media guidance that civil servants shouldn’t engage in public Q&A?

1163

Kate Jopling @katejopling.bsky.social · 16/07/2025

This is really very good - well worth a read. I think the point about respecting people’s time is particularly well made. Relationships are built on trust - including trust that people will show up when they say

072