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Liberty Choir UK @libertychoiruk.bsky.social · 10h

We are excited to be launching a new programme in Oxfordshire! Starting in November, we will be singing with the men of HMP Bullingdon every Tuesday from 1:15 - 4:15 pm. We are inviting volunteers of all experience levels to join us. Get in touch to learn more 📧 volunteering@libertychoir.org

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Liberty Choir UK @libertychoiruk.bsky.social · 07/10/2026

We are recruiting a Senior Volunteering Coordinator! This is a remote, part-time role within our Operations team. A background in Criminal Justice, Policing or Law is preferred. Learn more and apply by Friday October 16th 🔗 clinks.org/voluntary-co...

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South London Choir @southlondonchoir.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Beautiful letter by our Singers of Songs Kirsty read out on Off Air with Jane and Fi detailing the impacts of joining South London Choir following her husband’s death as well as spotlighting Musical Director MJ Paranzino’s work with our sister charity @libertychoiruk.bsky.social 🕊

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Liberty Choir UK @libertychoiruk.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Through the power of song and community, we help people in prison rebuild their lives. With new programmes in Oxfordshire and Hampshire launching this Autumn, we need your help to keep the momentum going. Help make a difference to more prisoners' lives. Become a Monthly Donor: bit.ly/LCDirectDebit

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Liberty Choir UK @libertychoiruk.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

Our Music Team had a brilliant Training Day bonding, preparing for our Autumn expansion further into the South East and exploring new repertoire. Currently in 12 prisons across London and the South, it is with great thanks to our wonderful supporters and donors that we can reach more prisons.

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Liberty Choir UK @libertychoiruk.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

Interested in getting involved with Liberty Choir's work? We still have a number of job openings and volunteering opportunities available! Our job openings close on Friday morning. Learn more and apply now at the following link: linktr.ee/libertychoiruk

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Liberty Choir UK @libertychoiruk.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

What does it really mean to volunteer with Liberty Choir? Listen to some of our longtime volunteers share what makes them come back each week. We still have volunteering spots available for our programmes at HMP Wandsworth and HMP Downview! Register your interest 👉🏻 bit.ly/LibertyChoirVolunteering

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Liberty Choir UK @libertychoiruk.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

We have a couple new openings for volunteering! 🌟 HMP Downview - Wednesdays 2-4 pm 🌟 HMP Wandsworth - Tuesdays 9:30 - 11:30 am All experience levels of singing and volunteering welcome. Weekly commitment expected. Learn more: linktr.ee/libertychoiruk Sign up today 📧 volunteering@libertychoir.org

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Liberty Choir UK @libertychoiruk.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

We are recruiting! We are looking for highly skilled Music Directors and Accompanists to join our programmes at prisons in Surrey, Oxfordshire and Hampshire in Autumn 2026. Applications close on Friday September 11th at 10 am. Apply here 👉🏻 linktr.ee/libertychoiruk

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Liberty Choir UK @libertychoiruk.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

It's a pleasure being a part of the Scandinavian Wing trial at HMP Wandsworth which has seen reductions in assaults, self-harm and drug intake in comparison to the rest of the estate - powerful evidence that models built around the rehabilitation of prisoners work. Learn more 👉🏻 bit.ly/4cXcMui

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‘Scandi wings’ offering pianos, pool and tea parties coul...

A unit in London’s Wandsworth prison has been transformed using methods from Sweden and Norway that prioritise rehabilitation over retribution

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Liberty Choir UK @libertychoiruk.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

Earlier this year, we bid farewell to our longtime Music and Programmes Director Alex Roberts. Having been with us from the very beginning, Alex played an integral role in our growth over the last 12 years. Our loss has been the Welsh National Opera Orchestra’s gain where he is now clarinettist.

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Liberty Choir UK @libertychoiruk.bsky.social · 10/08/2026

Prisons are in crisis. Overcrowded and dilapidated with long daily lock-ups, many residents are struggling to cope. Thanks to you, we are able to work with 2500 offenders a year within and beyond the prison walls. Help us continue our work by setting up a Direct Debit today: bit.ly/LCDirectDebit

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Liberty Choir UK @libertychoiruk.bsky.social · 05/08/2026

“Prisons shouldn’t become the default destination for individuals whose primary need is urgent mental health treatment.” More must be done to ensure mentally unwell individuals receive the care they need. Learn more 👇🏻

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Liberty Choir UK @libertychoiruk.bsky.social · 04/08/2026

Early 2026 was the first time more people were being recalled back to prison than released, of which only 22% reoffended. Through-the-gate measures must be prioritised leading to release. Support our work within and beyond the prison walls by becoming a monthly donor: bit.ly/LCDirectDebit

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Liberty Choir UK @libertychoiruk.bsky.social · 29/07/2026

Community support is vital to rehabilitation, yet many in prison have burnt bridges; in 2024, only 33% of residents received at least a visit a month. It doesn't have to be like this. Help us bring hope to the darkest of places by becoming a monthly donor: bit.ly/LCDirectDebit

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Liberty Choir UK @libertychoiruk.bsky.social · 24/07/2026

Prisons are a place of desolation and despair. 70% of prisoners suffer from mental illness; in 2025, there were 72,753 incidents of self-harm and 79 deaths by suicide. It doesn't have to be like this. Make a difference to prisoners’ lives by donating as little as £5 a month 👉🏻 bit.ly/4fR5XMK

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Liberty Choir UK @libertychoiruk.bsky.social · 22/07/2026

Marke completed #ThePaellaPath with a spectacular cookout for Clare Conville and her guests, but his fundraising efforts are far from over! Will you, his Paella Path Pilgrims do your part and help meet his JustGiving target of £1500? Donate today 👉🏻 bit.ly/3Q3AY60

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Liberty Choir UK @libertychoiruk.bsky.social · 09/07/2026

With our Southwestern expansion efforts underway, the people of Dorset are making our Paella Man proud with their contributions as he's now under £200 off his new target! Keep the momentum going! Help Marke smash his £1500 target before his next event bit.ly/3Q3AY60

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Liberty Choir UK @libertychoiruk.bsky.social · 02/07/2026

The Paella Path is a top 20% JustGiving fundraiser! Marke our Paella Man is over the moon from the fabulous support of all of his dedicated Paella Path Pilgrims 🙌 He is just under £200 off his new target! Keep the momentum going - help Marke smash his target of £1500 👉🏻 bit.ly/3Q3AY60

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Liberty Choir UK @libertychoiruk.bsky.social · 30/06/2026

Prisons Minister Lord Timpson recently endorsed purposeful activities including music and singing, as well as making it easier for third-sector partners to deliver their work in prison. We know the challenges firsthand but we never give up. Support us by becoming a donor today 👉🏻 bit.ly/4eLI5IM

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Liberty Choir UK @libertychoiruk.bsky.social · 22/06/2026

The benefits of music are vast 🎶 #NationalMusicDay For the men and women singing in our in-prison choirs, music provides respite, instigates interpersonal connections and inspires hope. Help us share the power of music across more UK prisons - become a regular donor today 👉🏻 libertychoir.org/donate

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Liberty Choir UK @libertychoiruk.bsky.social · 16/06/2026

Poor mental health continues to be a significant issue in prisons, with many residents experiencing delays in receiving the care they need. Listen to the following podcast by @hmiprisonsnews.bsky.social to learn more about the impacts of imprisoning acutely mentally unwell people 👉🏻 bit.ly/4epNLb5

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A growing crisis in custody – HM Inspectorate of Prisons

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Liberty Choir UK @libertychoiruk.bsky.social · 05/06/2026

Our volunteers are the lifeblood of Liberty Choir, going into prison week after week to sing, converse with and support the residents we work with. We are so incredibly grateful for all that you’ve done for us - we appreciate each and every one of you very much! #VolunteersWeek

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Liberty Choir UK @libertychoiruk.bsky.social · 03/06/2026

The number of people dying within two weeks after release from prison have reached a record high, highlighting the impacts of the housing crisis, a lack of funding for mental health and substance abuse services as well as an overstretched probation and prison system. Read more 👉🏻 bit.ly/49B2Fda

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Falling through the cracks: ex-prisoners who died within two weeks of release

Growing number of people in England and Wales are being released into homelessness with little support

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Liberty Choir UK @libertychoiruk.bsky.social · 29/05/2026

Highlights from Marke's latest escapade to @richardcoles.bsky.social! A huge thank you to Richard, Grayson Perry, @pperry.bsky.social and all the Paella Guests for supporting Marke who reached his JustGiving target! His new goal is £1500 - help take his Paella Path to new heights 👉🏻 bit.ly/3Q3AY60

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Liberty Choir UK @libertychoiruk.bsky.social · 15/05/2026

Our Paella Man is currently FIVE paella cookouts down, but Marke still has a way to go before crossing the finish line 🏁 #ThePaellaPath Help keep his spirits high through his next event this weekend - show your support by donating to his JustGiving page today 👉🏻 bit.ly/3Q3AY60

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Liberty Choir UK @libertychoiruk.bsky.social · 14/05/2026

Our impact is palpable. Through music and community, barriers come down. Confidence blooms. Hope becomes the desire to begin again. Please consider giving monthly to support our work within and beyond prison walls. Become a regular donor today 👉🏻 libertychoir.org/donate

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Liberty Choir UK @libertychoiruk.bsky.social · 12/05/2026

We are very grateful to the Lewes Town Council for funding our choir programme at HMP Lewes in 2025, helping us continue building continuity and trust both inside prison and in the community people return to. Learn more in their latest Community Grants Spotlight 👉🏻 bit.ly/49qOSpo

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Lewes Town Council | Community Grants Spotlight: Lewes Liberty Choir

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Liberty Choir UK @libertychoiruk.bsky.social · 12/05/2026

It's been an uphill climb for Marke who recently completed an intense bank holiday weekend of paella cooking 🥘🦐🚲 #ThePaellaPath Marke's on his way to reaching his target, but could do with more help! Donate today to give him the enthusiasm to carry on through his upcoming events: bit.ly/3Q3AY60

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Liberty Choir UK @libertychoiruk.bsky.social · 11/05/2026

Mental health remains a major issue in prison, with 71% of women and 47% of men suffering from a mental health issue. Through the power of music and community Liberty Choir helps members build confidence, hope and the will to turn their lives around for the better. #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek

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Liberty Choir UK @libertychoiruk.bsky.social · 05/05/2026

Interested in volunteering at one of our in-prison choirs? We have a couple volunteering spots available at our programmes in Sutton, Wandsworth and Maidstone. All experience levels are welcome! Please get in touch with us at volunteering@libertychoir.org to learn more or register your interest.

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Liberty Choir UK @libertychoiruk.bsky.social · 01/05/2026

It’s been a busy week for Marke our Paella man who is preparing for not one, but TWO paella cookouts this bank holiday weekend #ThePaellaMan 🥘🦐🚲 Can Marke do it? Give him that extra boost of confidence by donating to his JustGiving page today 👉🏻 bit.ly/3Q3AY60

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Liberty Choir UK @libertychoiruk.bsky.social · 30/04/2026

Marke’s latest #PaellaPath outing drew up riveting conversations about Liberty Choir’s work and personal stories from within the prison system 🥘🚲 Our Paella Man has not just one, but TWO cookouts coming up this weekend! Keep him motivated by donating to his JustGiving page today 👉🏻 bit.ly/3Q3AY60

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Liberty Choir UK @libertychoiruk.bsky.social · 29/04/2026

We are incredibly honoured to be one of 39 charities to have been awarded funding from @makesomenoise.com! The two-year grant will go towards our programme at HMP Wandsworth, allowing us to continue and expand our impactful work with the men of the prison estate.

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Liberty Choir UK @libertychoiruk.bsky.social · 24/04/2026

“How wonderful to sit, have a lovely Sunday afternoon lunch and know that you're doing it for a good cause!” Marke’s 2nd Paella Party at Caroline Hewitt’s was a huge success! Will you become his next Paella Path Pilgrim? Show your support for his incredible efforts - donate today! bit.ly/3Q3AY60

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Liberty Choir UK @libertychoiruk.bsky.social · 23/04/2026

With two events down and seven to go, Marke our Paella Man is already one third of the way to his £5000 target in aid of Liberty Choir’s expansion 🥘🚲 Will you join Marke’s Paella Path Pilgrimage today? Fill the paella pan to overflowing with your donations! bit.ly/3Q3AY60

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Liberty Choir UK @libertychoiruk.bsky.social · 17/04/2026

Highlights from Marke's brilliant launch event at Kerry Fox’s, raising over £500 towards his £5000 goal and sparking great conversations on Liberty Choir’s impact over hearty plates of paella! Marke is also raising £750 on JustGiving towards his total goal. Help him meet his target: bit.ly/3Q3AY60

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Liberty Choir UK @libertychoiruk.bsky.social · 15/04/2026

Continuing off his Big Give paella cookout, Marke's already kicked off his Paella Path expedition with a highly successful launch event at Kerry Fox’s 🥘🚲 With his next event this weekend, Marke has plenty of cycling and cooking stops to come. Support his efforts - donate today! bit.ly/3Q3AY60

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Liberty Choir UK @libertychoiruk.bsky.social · 13/04/2026

We are launching The Paella Path, our first major fundraiser of 2026! Mark will be cycling his pans to venues across London and South England to cook up his celebrated wood-fired paellas 🚲🥘 Learn more and show your support by visiting his JustGiving page 👉🏻 bit.ly/3Q3AY60

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Liberty Choir UK @libertychoiruk.bsky.social · 08/04/2026

Although prisoners who received family visits were 39% less likely to reoffend, @hmiprisonsnews.bsky.social's latest thematic revealed that its importance wasn’t always recognised in prison. We provide a supportive network for those in prison we work with. Full report: bit.ly/4v7OLIB

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Liberty Choir UK @libertychoiruk.bsky.social · 30/03/2026

This letter letter sums up the challenges faced by many prison leavers: a lack of support leading to cycles of reoffending. Our work doesn’t stop once our members leave prison. We're in touch with over 120 Liberty Choir Graduates, offering them friendship and support. Read more: bit.ly/4s2Oxzz

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I’m out of prison, but I’ve been given no support to rebuild my life | Letter

Letter: A former prisoner says that unless the government offers meaningful housing and employment help to those leaving prison, they will end up back there

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Liberty Choir UK @libertychoiruk.bsky.social · 25/03/2026

We were very honoured to have been invited to the Wimbledon Foundation Reception celebrating the fantastic work of local charities 🎾 Very grateful for their continued support of our work at HMP Wandsworth helping to turn prisoners lives around! (c) aeltc

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Liberty Choir UK @libertychoiruk.bsky.social · 16/03/2026

In light of Mother’s Day just past, the Guardian recently published an article on the trauma experienced by female prisoners who have to go into labour handcuffed to prison officers whom on occasion were male. Read more at the following link 👉🏻 bit.ly/4ryDnCI

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The UK scandal of women handcuffed while in labour: ‘I was so shocked when the restraints weren’t removed’

Pregnant women prisoners in England are being handcuffed to prison officers – often male – during intimate vaginal examinations and long, agonising births. Will this dehumanising treatment be stopped?

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Liberty Choir UK @libertychoiruk.bsky.social · 04/03/2026

High jinks with Liberty Choir. All will be revealed soon…..! 📷: Mark Harrison 📍: Shoreditch Studios

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Liberty Choir UK @libertychoiruk.bsky.social · 24/02/2026

Prison is a despairing environment devoid of hope. Many of the residents we work with cite the positivity of coming to Liberty Choir, allowing them to forget that they aren’t in prison for two hours.

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Liberty Choir UK @libertychoiruk.bsky.social · 12/02/2026

A picture of our team following the successful launch of our newest choir programme at HMP Guy’s Marsh - our 12th prison. We are so grateful to all of our donors who continue to make our work possible!

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Liberty Choir UK @libertychoiruk.bsky.social · 04/02/2026

We are so proud of our Graduate Ambassador Ross, who put on a fabulous performance with his band Rosko Piko at our partner The Bedford last week! Watch a snippet of their set 👇🏻

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Liberty Choir UK @libertychoiruk.bsky.social · 02/02/2026

A record number of offenders are being recalled back to prison. This follows the implementation of the current early release scheme in which prisoners of less serious crimes are eligible for release after serving 40% of their sentence, down from 50%. Read more 👉🏻 bit.ly/3O1zms9

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Liberty Choir UK @libertychoiruk.bsky.social · 28/01/2026

Interested in getting involved with Liberty Choir’s work? Learn more and apply for our current opportunities 👇🏻 🌟 Music Directors: bit.ly/3NLKyZU (CLOSING TOMORROW) 🌟 Accompanists: bit.ly/4q0pSL7 (CLOSING TOMORROW) 🌟 Volunteers: bit.ly/4pwSWd3

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Liberty Choir UK @libertychoiruk.bsky.social · 23/01/2026

First team meeting of the year reflecting on another successful Big Give campaign, insights and goals as well as brainstorming for some exciting projects. More to come... Thank you to The Bedford Pub for hosting us, and our wonderful supporters donors who continue to make our work possible.

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