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Christian Lamker @raumplaner.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Post-growth and post-carbon futures in spatial planning? Questions between green political economy, social justice, and planning? @profjohnbarry.bsky.social visited us in 'City Matters: Urban Inequality and Social Justice' at @frw-rug.bsky.social yesterday. Thanks! #CityMatters26 #postgrowthplanning

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Progressive International @progintl.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

For the campesino community of Filogringo in Colombia's Catatumbo region, "defending the territory" means collective memory, and cultural survival against state abandonment, paramilitary violence, resource extraction, and military bombardment. Available in EN, ES, AR and RU. buff.ly/xpXxZDK

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Defending the Territory in Filogringo Against All Odds

For the campesino community of Filogringo in Colombia's Catatumbo region, "defending the territory" means collective memory, and cultural survival against state abandonment, paramilitary violence,…

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Patrick Bresnihan @pbresnihan.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

In 2013, Micheál Martin said the Triple Lock was at the core of Irish neutrality. Now he says removing it is essential to our 'peacekeeping tradition'. He is twisting words to deceive the Irish people. www.irishexaminer.com/news/politic...

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Taoiseach says abolishing 'Triple Lock' is essential to retain peacekeeping tradition

The Government is pressing ahead with controversial legislation that would drop the requirement to get UN Security Council approval before sending peacekeeping troops abroad

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John Barry @profjohnbarry.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Higher Education and the Planetary Crisis: Teaching, Research and Scholar-Activism in a World on Fire Thursday October 15th, 1pm 27 University Square, Room 1/003 Queen’s University Belfast Free and open to all, but registration necessary: www.ticketsource.com/qubseca/t-nj...

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"Higher Education & the Planetary Crisis: Teaching, Research and Scholar-Activism in a World on Fire" at 27 University Square room 01/003

Tickets are now available for Higher Education & the Planetary Crisis: Teaching, Research and Scholar-Activism in a World on Fire at 27 University Square room 01/003, Belfast on Thursday 15th October...

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John Barry @profjohnbarry.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Economy minster in the North of Ireland Caoimhe Archibald celebrating economic growth (up 1%), yet we have almost 40% of households in fuel poverty, 19% child poverty... maybe we should focus on the welfare of people - the ends - NOT economic growth - at best an imperfect means to those ends?

Screenshot of press statement from NI Economy minister Caoimhe Archibald celebrating the regional economy growing by 1%

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John Barry @profjohnbarry.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

Queen's University Belfast Annual Sustainability Lecture Whose Loss Counts?: Climate Coloniality and the Politics of Evidence Profg Farhana Sultana Thurs Oct 15 6pm Drinks reception 7pm lecture Great Hall Free and open to all, but registration necessary: www.ticketsource.com/qubseca/t-nj...

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"Whose Loss Counts?: Climate Coloniality and the Politics of Evidence" at Great Hall, Queen's University Belfast

Tickets are now available for Whose Loss Counts?: Climate Coloniality and the Politics of Evidence at Great Hall, Queen's University Belfast, Belfast on Thursday 15th October 2026 at 6:00PM. Click the...

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Oliver @oliver48.bsky.social · 19/09/2026

Leader of #ItWasAScam 'antisemitism' plot to oust Jeremy Corbyn wins plum job promoting genocide perpetrator founded by paedophile BFF meme via Leanne Wood

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John Barry @profjohnbarry.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

'Store food for climate shocks'-UK Environment Secretary ...up there with UK PM Burnham's response to the UK wildfires...ban disposal barbeques...both exacerbated by the climate crisis, but this government is not addressing root causes of these crises theecologist.org/2026/sep/10/...

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'Store food for climate shocks'

Environment secretary warns people in Britain to store food for weather emergencies.

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John Barry @profjohnbarry.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

Talk I'm giving at @QUBelfast next month 'Your Taxes Pay for Nothing: Why Government Spending is Nothing Like That of a Household' 28 Oct, 6-9pm Registration and more details here: festivalofsocialscience.com/events/your-... Free and open to all

Image of monopoly game green house, coins with the word 'taxes' on the with a cross over them and image of a hospital

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John Barry @profjohnbarry.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

If only we had domestic energy security to protect us from the increase in oil and gas prices from the war in West Asia and leading to a cost of living crisis … ideally from a source that doesn’t contribute to the climate crisis as well … if only….

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ebisback.bsky.social @ebisback.bsky.social · 13/09/2026

Love the Irish🇮🇪

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Tony - Pod Guy - Groves @tonygroves.bsky.social · 13/09/2026

This is giving serious “Trump starting to wonder what Xi Jinping meant by that Thucydides Trap thing,” isn’t it.

Trump looking uncertain and Connolly looks stoic

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Mrs. Betty Bowers @mrsbettybowers.bsky.social · 12/09/2026

Looks like a certain petulant brat got his saggy ass handed to him by a strong woman. You know how much he must have delighted in that. Thank you, President Connolly!

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Zack Polanski @zackpolanski.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

It's on. I'm running to be the next Green MP for Holborn & St Pancras. donatetothe.greenparty.org.uk

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Alex Pigot @alexpigotireland.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

Do you want to protest any welcome being given to Donald Trump in Ireland this weekend? Well then here are some options (pictured below): (And do stay safe peaceful and happy. We want frightened USA citizens to know we stand with them against Trump.) #TrumpsNotWelcomeInIreland

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Dana R. Fisher (aka the Apocalyptic Optimist) @fisherdanar.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

This piece in the Conversation misses the point: it is an AND not an OR. This summer’s climate shocks will put climate action on the agenda AND responsible climate action must include disaster response and recovery, along with building resilience everywhere! theconversation.com/can-the-sear...

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Can the searing European summer put climate action back on the agenda – or will disaster response take over?

Wildfire, drought and heat have made climate change impossible to avoid this northern summer. But will authorities tackle the cause – or the symptoms?

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Caroline Lucas @carolinelucas.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

Glad to have added my name to a letter from 50 green groups urging PM to be clear that #climate breakdown is the cause of the current extreme heat crisis. The public deserves leadership that speaks honestly about the nature of the challenges the country faces & offers a robust plan to tackle them

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Green groups urge Andy Burnham to break silence on climate crisis

More than 50 organisations say PM urgently needs to show leadership and prepare British people for scale of change needed as UK struggles through another heatwave

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Ireland's Native Woodland Trust @irishwoodlandtrust.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

🌰🌳 Hazel season is nearly here at Ardan Wood! Join us this August to collect and sow locally sourced hazelnuts from the reserve's ancient coppices. Every nut sown could become part of the next generation of native trees. 📧 volunteer@nativewoodlandtrust.ie 🌱

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Eoghan Daltun 🌍 @irishrainforest.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

What brazen liars. By restoring water-retaining natural ecosystems, rewilding REDUCES wildfires.

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#CarbonReckoning (Andrew Boswell) @drandrewboswell.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

1/ So Rosebank would pay to store 62.5 MtCO2 (2.5/yr) whilst Rosebank generates 250MtCO2 in same 25 years Even if CCS works (a very big IF), then this is a great deal for Equinor, Shell, Ithaca Energy, Delek Group and Eni AND a very bad deal for the planet. One reason why CTBO is non-starter

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John Barry @profjohnbarry.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

Festival of Flax Sat 12 Sept Ligoniel dams, Belfast Come along to explore the part flax played in our past. Could it play a part in our present and future? There will be food and drink and you can bring your children. All welcome, but booking required events.humanitix.com/festival-of-...

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Festival of Flax

Ever seen a flax flower? Discover how flax shaped Belfast's linen industry at the Festival of Flax — harvest, spin, weave & tour. All welcome!

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Prof. Stefan Rahmstorf @rahmstorf.bsky.social · 10/08/2026

Rivers across Europe are running low on water. The Rhine, Danube and Po are at historically low levels. The water crisis is being intensified by global warming driven by the burning of coal, oil and gas. www.dw.com/en/europes-r...

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Europe's rivers are drying up. Can they be saved?

The Rhine and Danube have reached historic lows. Dwindling water levels are affecting shipping, agriculture and ecosystems — and raising concerns about the future of drinking water supplies.

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John Barry @profjohnbarry.bsky.social · 08/08/2026

While there should be an investigation into the killing of these cattle by @daera-ni.gov.uk , it’s hypocritical to call out this killing of cattle and say nothing of the regular slaughter of these sentient animals for meat on a day and daily basis in the meat industry #meatismurder

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John Barry @profjohnbarry.bsky.social · 27/07/2026

Did you know a barrister is facing jail just for reminding a jury they have the right to vote with their conscience? This historic right has kept trials fair since 1670. We can't let it be silenced now. Add your name to defend fair trials👇 you.38degrees.org.uk/petitions/sa...

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Sign to protect the right to a fair trial

Imagine being called for jury duty, but advised against using your own common sense. ❗A top barrister is now facing contempt of court proceedings, simply for reminding a jury of their rights. If judg...

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Sign to protect the right to a fair trial

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Rupert Read @rupertread.bsky.social · 20/05/2026

Deeply concerning that the head of the official Climate Change Adaptation Cttee, Baroness Brown, focusses mainly on narrow, defensive adaptation measures such as air conditioning - which is fragile & high-carbon. We desperately need strategic adaptation. #SAFER www.myjoyonline.com/uk-should-se...

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UK should set maximum working temperature rules, advisers say - MyJoyOnline

The UK should introduce a maximum temperature for workplaces to protect people as heatwaves intensify due to climate change, the government's adviser has said.

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Taint @taint9.bsky.social · 18/04/2026

Aint lying!🙏

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John Barry @profjohnbarry.bsky.social · 11/04/2026

A podcast discussion I took part in about feminism, colonialism, capitalism, post‑growth, climate politics, privilege, anger, care, and what real change actually means We don’t need any new technology. We have all the technologies we need. lnkd.in/eFQNA5RT

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John Barry @profjohnbarry.bsky.social · 08/04/2026

With all the uncritical coverage of the Artemis 2 moon mission, thought it would be timely to post “Whitey on the moon” from Gil Scott Heron “A rat done bit my sister Nell. (with Whitey on the moon) I can't pay no doctor bills. (but Whitey's on the moon) youtu.be/3nzoPopQ7V0

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Gil Scott Heron - Whitey On The Moon (1970)

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Irish Environmental Network @irishenvnet.bsky.social · 02/03/2026

We’re looking for a Membership & Network Officer to join our team! If you’re passionate about building strong professional relationships, growing communities, and creating meaningful member engagement, this role is for you. www.ien.ie/about/vacanc...

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Vacancies - Irish Environmental Network

Vacancies at the IEN and our Member Organisations

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Anna-Lena Eckert @eckertal.bsky.social · 21/03/2026

Conference & holiday travels are upon us: taking the chance to re-share some good eco travel resources 🌍🌱 Starting with a nice tool to compare emissions & other metrics from train vs. car vs. plane travel (Uni Graz): carbontracer.uni-graz.at/en/app-emiss...

German edition of the lonely planet guide book "Flight-free Europe: 80 inspiring and sustainable trip ideas"

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Charles Logan @charleswlogan.bsky.social · 20/03/2026

Solidarity with Emily Tucker and her open letter to students. Tucker writes, "But the great thing is, you don’t have to go along with this, and I urge you not to. You can refuse to use the chatbot. You can tell your professors that you don’t want them to use it or to require you to use it."

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An Open Letter to Georgetown Students, In Response to Recent Announcements about "Generative AI"

Image source: Bibliothèque nationale de France An Open Letter to Georgetown Students, In Response to Recent Announcements by the University about “Generative AI” Dear students, As you know, in …

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John Barry @profjohnbarry.bsky.social · 02/04/2026

Who would have thunk it? The economist, for once, being correct!

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John Barry @profjohnbarry.bsky.social · 01/04/2026

Our Climate & Ecological Crisis: Causes, Consequences & Solutions 5 week short online course I am giving, 10-1 on Saturdays, starting May 9th More information & how to register here-https://qubuk.estore.flywire.com/products/OLE3464-Our-Climate-and-Ecological-Crisis-Causes-Consequences-and-Solutions

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John Barry @profjohnbarry.bsky.social · 28/03/2026

A powerful US spy-tech company linked to genocide in Gaza, ICE deportations, and Trump’s war with Iran is now expanding across Europe into our hospitals, police and data systems. We must expose it and stop its expansion action.wemove.eu/sign/2026-03...

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Say No to Palantir in Europe

A powerful US spy-tech company run by billionaires is linked to genocide in Gaza, helps ICE separate families, and fuels Trump’s war with Iran. And now it’s quietly expanding across Europe gaining acc...

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James Morrow @jamescmorrow.bsky.social · 26/03/2026

Mr. Trump has paused committing major war crimes for a further ten days…

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John Barry @profjohnbarry.bsky.social · 27/03/2026

As the US and Israel cause death and destruction in Iran, our leaders just look on. All European nations and the EU must follow Spain’s lead and say NO to war. action.wemove.eu/sign/2026-03...

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Europe: Stand up against illegal war in Iran

As the US and Israel cause death and destruction in Iran, our leaders just look on. All European nations and the EU must follow Spain’s lead and say NO to war.

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John Barry @profjohnbarry.bsky.social · 24/03/2026

March 28 will be the biggest protest in US history. Find your local No Kings event to make it clear that America rejects the regime’s brutality at home and abroad. app.sosha.ai/s/9zio54SB

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