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richard-ch01.bsky.social @richard-ch01.bsky.social · 2h

Great day yesterday with Cllr Rashi Barsaiyan at the Sutton Leaseholders Association AGM and conference! Fantastic energy from everyone, especially during the very engaging Q and A session covering key local housing issues. Thanks to all who took part! #Sutton #Leaseholders

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richard-ch01.bsky.social @richard-ch01.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

Thank you for an unforgettable Mid-Autumn Festival! On 26 Sept, Sutton Central Library, St Nicholas Shopping Centre and Oru Space buzzed with life, performances, markets, and wonderful community spirit. 1/2 #SuttonCelebration #MidAutumnFestival #Sutton

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richard-ch01.bsky.social @richard-ch01.bsky.social · 29/08/2026

Another brilliant annual lawn bowls event! This past Thurs & Fri, ~50 Sutton Older Hongkongers joined the activity at Rose Hill Bowls Club. Wonderful energy & great smiles all round! #Sutton #Community #ActiveAging

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richard-ch01.bsky.social @richard-ch01.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

Great to join a full house at The Sound Lounge tonight for the People’s Emergency Briefing film screening! 🎬 Thanks to hosts Doug Shaw & Helen John, the Mayor of Sutton, and fellow councillors for a valuable, evidence-based discussion on climate action. 1/2 #Sutton

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richard-ch01.bsky.social @richard-ch01.bsky.social · 11/07/2026

Incredible night at the Grand Inauguration Gala! So proud to watch my wife Monica officially become the Chair of the Global Federation of Chinese Business Women (GFCBW) England Chapter. #GFCBW #WomenInBusiness

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richard-ch01.bsky.social @richard-ch01.bsky.social · 05/07/2026

Deeply moved attending the screening of I am fine, thank you. at the Carshalton Festival today. The documentary beautifully captures the emotional journeys and resilience of Hong Kong immigrants building a new life in the UK. 🧵👇 #HongKongers #Sutton

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richard-ch01.bsky.social @richard-ch01.bsky.social · 28/06/2026

Spent a wonderful Sunday at the Dialogue Society Sutton picnic in Nonsuch Park! ☀️ My family and I thoroughly enjoyed the great food, lovely weather, and fantastic company.

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richard-ch01.bsky.social @richard-ch01.bsky.social · 20/06/2026

What a spectacular day at the Together United Football Tournament 2026! Huge congratulations to FC Sutton Hongkonger for winning the tournament! 🏆 A massive shoutout to Hei Man for taking home 3 personal awards—undeniably the player of the match! ⚽️🔥 #TogetherUnited2026

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richard-ch01.bsky.social @richard-ch01.bsky.social · 19/06/2026

Honoured to be invited by Ann Morrison from Refugee & Migrant Network Sutton to read two poems (in Mandarin & Cantonese!) at tonight’s Refugee Week Concert at Trinity Church. Brilliant to see diverse performances from the Trinity Festival Choir, Ukrainian Choir & more. (1/2)

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richard-ch01.bsky.social @richard-ch01.bsky.social · 05/06/2026

Today’s Sutton Free Immigration & Family Law Advice Surgery was a success! Together with Wimbledon Solicitors, we delivered private 1-on-1 consultations to a few local families, giving them concrete, professional clarity on their UK legal futures. 1/3

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richard-ch01.bsky.social @richard-ch01.bsky.social · 04/06/2026

Thank you to the organisers for the invitation to speak at tonight’s June 4th Candlelight Vigil at Sutton Manor Park. As a Sutton Hongkongers organiser & local councillor, I spoke about the vital duty of telling my own children what happened 37 years ago. (1/3) #June4

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richard-ch01.bsky.social @richard-ch01.bsky.social · 04/06/2026

Deeply grateful to @luketaylorld.bsky.social Luke Taylor MP for joining us at Sutton Manor Park tonight for the June 4th Candlelight Vigil. As a Sutton Hongkongers Community organiser, I thank him for his powerful speech and steadfast support for our community. #June4 #Sutton #Hongkongers (1/3)

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richard-ch01.bsky.social @richard-ch01.bsky.social · 03/06/2026

Had a fantastic morning speaking to Year 5 at Cheam Common Junior Academy for the Life of a Chickpea event, hosted by the Sutton Dialogue Society! Shared my journey from Hong Kong immigrant to local councillor, comparing community integration to planting seeds. 🌱

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richard-ch01.bsky.social @richard-ch01.bsky.social · 31/05/2026

Hosted a thank you party at The Dolphin to celebrate the amazing Hong Konger volunteers who powered our Sutton election campaign! 🍾 Over drinks and snacks, we shared memories and celebrated the growing impact of Hong Kongers in local civic engagement. #Sutton #HongKongers

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richard-ch01.bsky.social @richard-ch01.bsky.social · 22/05/2026

A wonderful #Sutton Older Hongkonger gathering today! Hosted by Jane, we reflected on 5+ years of the #BNO visa scheme as many celebrate receiving permanent residency. It was incredibly moving to share our journeys and memories of moving to the UK. ☀️

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richard-ch01.bsky.social @richard-ch01.bsky.social · 13/05/2026

Security Minister Dan Jarvis shares a vital message for the HK community in the UK: Be alert, but not afraid. Following recent convictions under the National Security Act, the govt reaffirms its stance against foreign interference. 🇬🇧 youtu.be/U_WKEe82sSo

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【獨家｜Exclusive】經貿辦間諜案觸發憂慮，內政部翟偉紳 Dan Jarvis：希望在英港人「保持警覺，但毋須恐懼」Be alert, but not afraid

YouTube video by 綠豆 Green Bean Media

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richard-ch01.bsky.social @richard-ch01.bsky.social · 08/05/2026

Sutton Central results are in! I’m honoured to be elected as a councillor with 1,745 votes. 🗳️ It’s a clean sweep for our team, winning all 3 seats in the ward. Across Sutton, we’ve secured 51 of 55 seats—a huge mandate for the future! Thank you for your support. 🚀 #Sutton #Election2026

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richard-ch01.bsky.social @richard-ch01.bsky.social · 28/04/2026

It was a privilege to share my journey from HK to Sutton with the UCM tonight. We discussed our growing Hongkonger community and how integration thrives when we give back through volunteering. Thanks for the warm welcome and the brilliant questions! #Sutton #HongKongers

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richard-ch01.bsky.social @richard-ch01.bsky.social · 20/03/2026

Productive session yesterday with Cllr Cryss meeting Sutton Housing Partnership & the Cyclical team! 🛠️ We reviewed plans for window & roof replacements. Glad to hear SHP and Cyclical will provide regular resident newsletters to ensure full transparency on progress. 🏠 #Sutton #housing

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richard-ch01.bsky.social @richard-ch01.bsky.social · 17/03/2026

Caught the Manor Park Friends Group team in action this morning! 🌳 Great to see Chair Anna Burke leading the volunteer crew & Sutton Tree Wardens planting the new native hedgerow. Our local parks are in good hands. Huge thanks to all the volunteers! 👏 #Sutton #Volunteer

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richard-ch01.bsky.social @richard-ch01.bsky.social · 13/03/2026

A productive afternoon at The Dolphin for our Older Hongkongers Gathering! 30 local residents joined us to explore how volunteering can help with community integration and English confidence. Thanks to Melody Lam Thorpe from Volunteer Centre Sutton for the sharing. #Sutton #Community 1/2

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richard-ch01.bsky.social @richard-ch01.bsky.social · 27/02/2026

Great session today with Tammy Tai from @uclh.bsky.social Cancer Clinical Trials Unit (CCTU)! She joined our Sutton Older Hongkonger tea gathering to discuss NHS cancer support, treatment pathways, and the vital role of clinical trials in developing new therapies. 🏥✨ #NHS #CancerResearch

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richard-ch01.bsky.social @richard-ch01.bsky.social · 24/02/2026

Joined Cllr Ed & Cllr Cryss today to support the Sutton Community Project! 🧺 Founders Sayuri & Andrew support ~140 families every Tuesday. It’s inspiring to see local Hongkonger & Ukrainian volunteers giving back to the wider community so positively. 🤝 #Sutton #Community

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richard-ch01.bsky.social @richard-ch01.bsky.social · 22/02/2026

Honoured to attend the Sutton Hongkongers’ Church CNY Fair today with Deputy Mayor Cllr Cumar Sahathevan. 🧧 A brilliant display of social integration, seeing the HK community host such a vibrant event for the whole of Sutton. 🤝 #Sutton #CommunityBuilding #Integration

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richard-ch01.bsky.social @richard-ch01.bsky.social · 21/02/2026

A privilege to attend the Dialogue Society Ramadan Iftar Dinner in #Sutton tonight. 🌙 The theme Building Community Trust is so vital right now—breaking bread and building bridges between different faiths and backgrounds. #Ramadan2026 #CommunitySpirit

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richard-ch01.bsky.social @richard-ch01.bsky.social · 16/02/2026

Nearly ten thousands visitors joined us for Sutton’s Lunar New Year! 🏮 This massive success was powered by 70 incredible volunteers who spent hundreds of hours in preparation. You are the heartbeat of our community! 🤝🐎 #SuttonLNY #VolunteerPower #CommunityStrong

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richard-ch01.bsky.social @richard-ch01.bsky.social · 30/01/2026

Honoured to speak with the BBC regarding the impact of tightening UK visa policies on the HK community in Sutton. Our data shows 30% of arrivals fear these changes, feeling a sense of betrayal and deep anxiety about their future. 1/2 #BNO #Sutton #HKImmigration

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richard-ch01.bsky.social @richard-ch01.bsky.social · 23/01/2026

Honoured to introduce today’s Immigration Policy Reform Talk in Sutton. 🏠 Huge thanks to @bobbywdean.bsky.social for joining us to discuss the latest Immigration White Paper and the future of the #BNO visa scheme. #Sutton #HongKongers

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richard-ch01.bsky.social @richard-ch01.bsky.social · 21/01/2026

The Young Commissioners from Volunteer Centre Sutton inspire me. 18 secondary students choosing to meet fortnightly to discuss society's big issues—that's rare passion. Shared my HK community story & journey to council. Together, we're building a better community. #CivicEngagement #Sutton

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richard-ch01.bsky.social @richard-ch01.bsky.social · 11/12/2025

As a councillor and Hongkonger community organiser, I'm backing Dr @krishk.com and Sanctuary Foundation's fight for fairness against UK immigration changes causing distress for HongKongers. Featured on @cna-poster.bsky.social ChannelNewsAsia #BNO #HongKongers #UKImmigration #Sutton

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richard-ch01.bsky.social @richard-ch01.bsky.social · 09/12/2025

Huge thanks to @krishk.com and everyone who helped deliver the 7,600+ signature petition to 10 Downing Street today. We urge the UK Govt to ensure fairness for those who have already committed their lives to the UK. Uphold your promise and moral responsibility to Hongkongers. #BNO #EarnedSettlement

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richard-ch01.bsky.social @richard-ch01.bsky.social · 22/11/2025

50 voices in 24 hours. Sutton #HongKongers are raising the alarm on " #EarnedSettlement": 🔹Retrospective hikes to requirements (breaking the 5+1 promise) 🔹Income rules barring retirees & homemakers 🔹Sudden B2 English jump Report below to support MPs for debate in #parliament.

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richard-ch01.bsky.social @richard-ch01.bsky.social · 20/11/2025

A huge thank you to @luketaylorld.bsky.social & @bobbywdean.bsky.social ! The news that BNO visa holders will still qualify for settlement after 5 years is a huge relief for the Sutton Hong Konger community. We appreciate your relentless campaign to protect this vital commitment. #BNO #HongKongers

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richard-ch01.bsky.social @richard-ch01.bsky.social · 15/11/2025

As a Councillor & Sutton HK community organiser, I spoke at today's anti-Super-Embassy protest in London.We must reject the building that symbolises the threat of authoritarian overreach to our UK communities. Our freedom is non-negotiable. #DefendFreedom Photo:GalileoCheng

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richard-ch01.bsky.social @richard-ch01.bsky.social · 10/11/2025

Honoured to join Remembrance Sunday at Manor Park, Sutton, laying a wreath for those who served. Thanks Jeff Richard & Cllr Ed Presley. Special thanks to Kan, a former HK Military Service Corps bugler, for connecting Hongkonger and UK history. #RemembranceSunday #SuttonCommunity #TogetherAsOne

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richard-ch01.bsky.social @richard-ch01.bsky.social · 04/11/2025

Great to be featured in Nikkei Asia on #HongKongers settling in the UK! 🇬🇧🇭🇰 Despite barriers, the community is #GivingBack in a huge way: Majority of #Volunteer at Sutton's largest food bank are from HK! Proud to support true integration. asia.nikkei.com/spotlight/im...

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richard-ch01.bsky.social @richard-ch01.bsky.social · 22/10/2025

The BNO visa was a moral lifeline. The plan to extend settlement to 10 years is a betrayal. This change blocks MPF access and forces our children into high international fees. The government must honour its promise. As a Councillor quoted in the @financialtimes.com , I demand action. #BNOVisa

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richard-ch01.bsky.social @richard-ch01.bsky.social · 20/10/2025

Great to join the parliamentary event today on the BNO route and the threat of the 10-year settlement change. Huge thanks to @luketaylorld.bsky.social , EmilyDarlingtonMP & Carmen Lau from HKDC for hosting. I was proud to share our community's concerns with Cllr AndyNg and fellow activists.

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richard-ch01.bsky.social @richard-ch01.bsky.social · 16/10/2025

Had an amazing time at the FOCUS Art Fair VIP night at Saatchi Gallery—so many inspiring artists and stunning works! Loved the kaleidoscopes, especially Ryu-Mi’s stained glass piece. Thanks to Cllr Robert Kim for the invite! #FOCUSArtFair #ArtLondon

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richard-ch01.bsky.social @richard-ch01.bsky.social · 15/10/2025

Honoured to share my views at Sutton’s Mid-Autumn Festival in this CNA report. Proposed UK residency changes worry many HKers—BNO is a moral lifeline, not just policy. Govt must keep its promise for families who’ve built a home here.

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richard-ch01.bsky.social @richard-ch01.bsky.social · 04/10/2025

An amazing Sutton Mid-Autumn Festival 2025! Thousands attended, powered by 60+ volunteers, 100~ performers, & 15 orgs. Huge thanks to @luketaylorld.bsky.social & Cllr Barry Lewis for their inspiring speeches! And immense gratitude to key partners People Arise Now & F.C. Sutton Hongkonger.

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richard-ch01.bsky.social @richard-ch01.bsky.social · 21/09/2025

Great to speak at the @cesea-libdems.bsky.social event yesterday with @victoria-collins.bsky.social , @bobbywdean.bsky.social , @luketaylorld.bsky.social , @yingtperrett.bsky.social and Cllr Andy Ng! To win hearts in the #Hongkonger community, we must focus on support and building genuine trust.

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richard-ch01.bsky.social @richard-ch01.bsky.social · 12/09/2025

Loved catching up with everyone at the Sutton Older Hongkongers Gathering today with Councillors Ed and Cryss! We had a lively chat about UK politics. So great to see you all so engaged! #sutton #hongkongers

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richard-ch01.bsky.social @richard-ch01.bsky.social · 09/09/2025

Thank you, Helen Maguire MP @helenmaguiremp.bsky.social for giving a voice to the #HongKonger community. Your speech today highlighted the stress and uncertainty caused by the proposed changes to the #BNO visa route. We appreciate your call for urgent clarity and reassurance.

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richard-ch01.bsky.social @richard-ch01.bsky.social · 09/09/2025

Thank you, Bobby Dean MP @bobbywdean.bsky.social , for your powerful questions in Parliament. Your points on the proposed consultation and the "huge propaganda victory" for the CCP are a crucial reminder that a promise made to the #Hongkonger community must be kept. We appreciate your support.

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richard-ch01.bsky.social @richard-ch01.bsky.social · 09/09/2025

Thank you to @luketaylorld.bsky.social for speaking on behalf of the Hong Kong community in Parliament today. His speech was a calm and clear reminder of the promises made to those who have built their lives here. We appreciate his efforts in seeking clarity and stability for BNO visa holders.

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richard-ch01.bsky.social @richard-ch01.bsky.social · 13/08/2025

Big thanks to speakers @luketaylorld.bsky.social, Mike Martin MP, and Lee Wing-Tat for their valuable insights! Thanks @suttonlibdems.bsky.social for hosting the "Hong Kong, Global Security & Your Future" event last night. It was great to see so many #Hongkongers attend.

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richard-ch01.bsky.social @richard-ch01.bsky.social · 07/08/2025

Thank you to Bobby Dean @bobbywdean.bsky.social for raising my concerns about the Immigration White Paper. I've received a reply from Minister Seema Malhotra, confirming a consultation on new settlement rules is forthcoming. Appreciate his support in ensuring our voices are heard! #HongKonger #BNO

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richard-ch01.bsky.social @richard-ch01.bsky.social · 23/07/2025

Deeply moved by #TaiwanRecall in Taoyuan. Met Pastor Li & Co-Lead Sze, a HK immigrant seeing parallels to #HKProtests. Many young moms volunteer for their kids' freedom, fearing Taiwan becomes today's HK. Powerful reminder: The people are the boss. #TaiwanDemocracy #CivicPower

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richard-ch01.bsky.social @richard-ch01.bsky.social · 04/07/2025

What a brilliant two days at Rosehill Bowls Club! Around 50 older Hongkongers from the Sutton Older #Hongkonger group had a fantastic time learning bowls. Huge thanks to the club members for their kind, clear teaching, and to Bob Amos & the team for organising! #Community #Sutton

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