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Northumbria University @northumbriauni.bsky.social · 05/09/2025

Congratulations to all 7 Northumbria colleagues who have been appointed to a number of panels in the 2029 Research Excellence Framework - a major national exercise to assess the quality of research in UK universities www.northumbria.ac.uk/about-us/new...

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Seven Northumbria researchers appointed to official REF panels

Seven leading researchers from Northumbria University have been selected to support the official panels for the 2029 Research Excellence Framework (REF), confirming the University’s reputation for exc...

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Northumbria Law and Society @nulawandsociety.bsky.social · 17/06/2025

Our convenor, @lauragraham86.bsky.social, and @lawandsexuality.bsky.social are co-editing a Concise Encyclopaedia of Gender, Sexuality and Law. Laura and Chris are seeking additional suggestions of entries to the encyclopaedia. See attached poster for full details and get in touch if interested.

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Prof. Chris Ashford @lawandsexuality.bsky.social · 22/05/2025

Looking forward to connecting with folks at #LSACHICAGO2025 I’ll also be presenting my paper ‘Straight After the Bombs Fall: Queer Legal Praxis and Planning for the End of the World’. Come say hi! Check out/ ask about my recent co edited GSL textbook at the EE stand.

LSA handbook cover showing text saying ‘Politics of the Body at the crosswords, May 22-25 2925, Hyatt regency Chicago. A background of various images such as a progress pride flag speak to themes of gender, sexuality and diversity

A promotion for Edward Elgar Publishing featuring eight text book covers including one featuring the posts author: Gender, Sexuality and Law: a Textbook

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Prof. Chris Ashford @lawandsexuality.bsky.social · 17/05/2025

First time back at #lsa2025 Chicago since COVID - been a while! Is there still an LGBT social one evening? Anyone know the details? Thanks!

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Prof. Chris Ashford @lawandsexuality.bsky.social · 27/03/2025

I find myself on some odd email lists but this is spectacular miss-targeting by one PR firm. Does feel a long way from Big Break… 🎱

Email from PR firm describing television success of Jim Davidson.

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Prof. Chris Ashford @lawandsexuality.bsky.social · 12/03/2025

Err, yes, have a “great day” UKHE 😱🤷‍♂️😬

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Daily Briefing
Wednesday 12 March 2025
Good morning. The University of Dundee looks set to lose the equivalent of more than 600 full time roles in order to address a large financial deficit. Edward Peck is confirmed as the next Office for Students chair, and Jacqui Smith has been talking about level 7 apprenticeships. Have a great day.

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Prof. Chris Ashford @lawandsexuality.bsky.social · 06/03/2025

I got this at a recent event but - I’m just going to fess up to my stupidity - what the heck is it? Guessing not a coaster… 😂😂😂

Round piece of wood with metal insert. Mystery object

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Prof. Chris Ashford @lawandsexuality.bsky.social · 05/03/2025

Really impressive Democrat response from Elissa Slotkin.

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Prof. Chris Ashford @lawandsexuality.bsky.social · 26/02/2025

As one fire goes out in my inbox, another one begins. The balance of the universe 🔥 🧘‍♂️ 🔥

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Prof. Chris Ashford @lawandsexuality.bsky.social · 13/02/2025

I think the final ep of Big Boys is one of those absolute greats. Beautiful and powerful. Thank you @jackrooke.bsky.social

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Prof. Chris Ashford @lawandsexuality.bsky.social · 27/01/2025

My awesome PhD student. Do reach out to him if you think you can help with this research 👇

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Prof. Chris Ashford @lawandsexuality.bsky.social · 17/01/2025

Friday eve journey and catching up with the latest @wonkhe.bsky.social podcast and the freedom of speech legislation changes. Interesting discussion.

Screenshot of WonkHE podcast playing on iPhone

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Prof. Chris Ashford @lawandsexuality.bsky.social · 10/01/2025

How’s your Friday? #WinterSun The face of a man taking a break from the Sun but listening to the absolute bangers from the pool DJ 🎵 ☀️ 🌊

Chris smiling wearing a blue t-shirt and with palm trees behind him

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Prof. Chris Ashford @lawandsexuality.bsky.social · 05/01/2025

“Any passengers who still wish to travel on this flight…” Why do airport announcements say this? “I was sat in departures and thought nah mate, now you’ve asked I’ve changed my mind.” Yep, I’ve hit that point of delays where my usual sunny disposition (😂) is looking decidedly overcast 😭😭😭

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Prof. Chris Ashford @lawandsexuality.bsky.social · 05/01/2025

It’s a bit snowy in Newcastle this morning, and the roads are crazy - do not even attempt to drive anywhere right now if you can avoid it!

The entrance to Newcastle Airport with snow lying on the ground

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Prof. Chris Ashford @lawandsexuality.bsky.social · 23/12/2024

Just here for the social media discourse…

A television screen showing Sky News and the Mangione court case/plea.

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Prof. Chris Ashford @lawandsexuality.bsky.social · 23/12/2024

Last day on campus. Just one meeting. Can I actually progress my long to do list? Thoughts and prayers…

View of an office. Desk with papers and a mug. A television can be seen to the side showing Sky News and a meeting desk can also be seen

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Prof. Chris Ashford @lawandsexuality.bsky.social · 20/12/2024

Ok *deep breath* so this term has been one of the best in years. I have some new roles at work that I love and it’s also been a few months of physical change thanks to exercise, a new diet and yes the wonder drug that is Mounjaro. So here I am today in my (baggy) Student Union top from *cough* 2000

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Prof. Chris Ashford @lawandsexuality.bsky.social · 17/12/2024

I used to think “how does someone manage to lose an AirPod pro bud and my goodness they must feel sick if they do”. Today: AAAAAARGHHHHHHHH!!!!! 😭😭😭🤬🤬🤬🤬

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Prof. Chris Ashford @lawandsexuality.bsky.social · 05/12/2024

Is that a middle aged gay man I see before me?

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Prof. Chris Ashford @lawandsexuality.bsky.social · 29/11/2024

I would have thanked her for her letter, highlighted the good work she’s done, rejected her resignation and released those two sets of letters. I’m completely baffled by what has happened here. A past conviction does not preclude someone going on to do great things.

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Lancashire Telegraph @lancstelegraph.bsky.social · 27/11/2024

Happy Lancashire Day one and all! Tell us what you love about the county🌹

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Alex Green (文浩航) @glexareen.bsky.social · 27/11/2024

Morning, folks. We are just over 80 people on this SP, and I know there must be more of you out there, so please share, etc. If I've liked your comment, all the names in it, including yours, have been added! This really helps out @slsauk.bsky.social, so I appreciate it!

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Prof. Chris Ashford @lawandsexuality.bsky.social · 25/11/2024

We go again! Hurrah to discover that The History Man is now on YouTube which means I can share what I think is still the most accurate take on an academic meeting ever filmed 😅😂 (start at 6.03) www.youtube.com/watch?v=8yhw...

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The History Man Ep 3 of 4 - starring Antony Sher - Malcolm Bradbury novel - BBC2, 1981

YouTube video by Bill Matthews - TV Comedy & Drama Curator / Writer

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Prof. Chris Ashford @lawandsexuality.bsky.social · 24/11/2024

Enjoyed seeing the current ‘Pedagogue’ exhibition at The New Street Project yesterday. The video (from 1988) was produced by Northumbria (the Poly back then) arts staff and students critiquing/satirising Section28. Then went on to catch the Polari tour stop off in Newcastle. Great afternoon

Two green chairs facing a mounted television screen. LGBT books can be seen on surrounding book shelves.

Wall text for exhibition: SHOWING: PEDAGOGUE (1988),
10 MINUTES
PEDAGOGUE (1988) 15 AN AGIT-PROP VIDEO MADE BY STUART MARSHALL, NEIL BARTLETT & NEWCASTLE POLYTECHNIC STUDENTS AGAINST SECTION 28- A BRITISH LEGISLATION PROHIBITING THE PROMOTION' OF HOMOSEXUALITY IN EDUCATION.
WATCH THE VIDEO IN OUR READING ROOM ALONGSIDE BOOKS & ARCHIVAL MATERIALS THAT EXPLORE THE LEGACY OF ARTIST STUART MARSHALL, HISTORIES OF AIDS ACTIVISM, SECTION 28 & THE GENDER RECOGNITION ACT.

Display screen featuring supporting ephemera including the text of section 28 of the Local Government Act 1988

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Laura Graham @lauragraham86.bsky.social · 22/11/2024

If you're interested in the exciting Law and Society research happening at Northumbria University, give @nulawandsociety.bsky.social a follow. Delighted to be the Convenor of this research group, with @ramshaw.bsky.social and Ray Arthur on our leadership team 🎊

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Prof. Chris Ashford @lawandsexuality.bsky.social · 19/11/2024

Tuesday. Yes, I do unleash my inner child “what mug do you feel like this morning?” Octopus won today

Octopus Hornsea pottery mug on office desk.

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Prof. Chris Ashford @lawandsexuality.bsky.social · 18/11/2024

Hello to all those finding me here 👋 . Earlier this year my latest book co-edited with Alexander Maine was released by @elgarpublishing.bsky.social containing contributions from many fab scholars. The first English textbook on gender, sexuality and law: www.e-elgar.com/shop/gbp/gen...

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Gender, Sexuality and Law

‘A textbook about gender and sexuality is welcome and long overdue. Uncompromising in its radical perspectives and wide ranging and accessible, this ground-breaking textbook brings together theoretica...

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Prof. Chris Ashford @lawandsexuality.bsky.social · 18/11/2024

Super excited to take up the role of Senior Sponsor in @northumbriauni.bsky.social for LGBTQ+ Equality. There’s been some great work done in this area in recent years but also much to do. Looking forward to working with all of our community in this new role. This will be additional to my DFPVC role.

Everything is awesome Lego set and small cuddly bear wearing a Northumbria hoodie shirt on a windowsill.

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Prof. Chris Ashford @lawandsexuality.bsky.social · 18/11/2024

Monday! We go again… I’m also blaming @vincentgaillard.bsky.social for getting me into ginger tea

Blue mug on a desk. The mug is filled with hot water and a tea bag.

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Joshua J. Friedman @joshuajfriedman.com · 08/11/2024

At last, there's a searchable directory of Bluesky starter packs, courtesy of @mubashariqbal.com! Just one more way third-party developers are helping to make this place better. Search starter packs by keyword, and sort by "Uses" to see which ones people are finding the most helpful

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All - Bluesky Directory

A curated collection of all things relating to the Blue Sky social media platform.

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Prof. Chris Ashford @lawandsexuality.bsky.social · 16/11/2024

It was great to see panel 21 from the UK AIDS quilt today. Always powerful.

UK AIDS quilt panel 21 showing several individual memorial quilts memorialising those who died of AIDS

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Ali Struthers @dralistruthers.bsky.social · 15/11/2024

📢 Legal educators assemble! I feel that there must be more of us here now - please spread the word & I'll add people if they comment below 👇 I'm including PLE, outreach, widening access to the profession, & anything else Legal Ed-adjacent 👍 go.bsky.app/3FfXAS6

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Senthorun S. Raj @senthorun.bsky.social · 13/11/2024

Hello current and possible friends! I’ve had a go at creating a “starter pack” of queer scholar activist types who I know (so forgive all the omissions). It’s a small and growing list. Let’s build a fab and fun queer scholarly-activist community! 🌈✨ go.bsky.app/Ke4Ctey

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Cllr Dr Max Morris @maxmorris.bsky.social · 11/11/2024

One Week To Go! Next Monday, November 18th, 5-7pm, Dr Finn Mackay will be delivering a public lecture in Oxford for the Critical Perspectives on Gender, Sexuality and Society series. Please register here, as I will be emailing details on how to attend later this week: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...

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Monday, 18th November, 5pm - 7pm: War Over Gender? Researching Female Masculinities and Queer Identities in the Context of Backlash

You are invited to a public lecture by Dr Finn Mackay, Senior Lecturer in Sociology at the University of the West of England. This event will be the third in a speaker series entitled 'Critical Perspe...

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Jaime Garcia Iglesias @jgarciaiglesias.bsky.social · 12/11/2024

💊What will DoxyPEP implementation look like in the UK? 😍Join our roundtable on Nov 29th featuring Claire Dewsnap, Manik Kohli, @gilmorejnurse.bsky.social Ben Weil and Eddy! 👉Register: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/world-aids...

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Prof. Chris Ashford @lawandsexuality.bsky.social · 09/11/2024

This is a glorious picture commentary from the artist (btw the steps depicted also appear in the film A Taste of Honey)

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Prof. Chris Ashford @lawandsexuality.bsky.social · 03/11/2024

Absolutely loved seeing Blue Now this weekend. Really powerful to hear Derek Jarman’s words in this way. Queer. Powerful. Affecting. I’m still processing and reflecting on it all

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Prof. Chris Ashford @lawandsexuality.bsky.social · 19/10/2024

Gorgeous little trip to the V&A for the Fragile Beauty exhibition. Here’s Tupac looking stunning 😍🔥

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Prof. Chris Ashford @lawandsexuality.bsky.social · 18/10/2024

Gorgeous Autumnal morning in Newcastle. I’m off to Oxford to examine a viva 🤓 🚂

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Prof. Chris Ashford @lawandsexuality.bsky.social · 27/09/2024

I’ve been doing my new role for two weeks (four technically but I went on holiday for two of them - that’s how to do it?!) and I am having an absolute ball. Love love love my job. Knackering but amazing. Posting this to remind me when I want to hurl something out of a window.

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