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Health and social care policy. Devolution. Probably out running…

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Institute for Public Policy Research @ippr.org · 29/09/2026
📢 We’re hiring a Deputy Executive Director to help shape our strategy, strengthen our political impact and lead an ambitious team. We’re looking for someone with big ideas, political insight and brilliant people leadership. Apply by 18 October 👇 buff.ly/wQGr7zZ
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Deputy Executive Director | IPPR
The Institute for Public Policy Research (IPPR) is an independent charity working towards a fairer, greener, and more prosperous society.
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Jack Stilgoe @jackstilgoe.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
Our project on Mapping AI Safety needs a research assistant for six months. Please do pass on to anyone you think would be interested www.ucl.ac.uk/work-at-ucl/...
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UCL – University College London
UCL is consistently ranked as one of the top ten universities in the world (QS World University Rankings 2010-2022) and is No.2 in the UK for research power (Research Excellence Framework 2021).
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Platfform @platfform.org · 14/09/2026
Are you the #HopeAndHealing team's Campaign Manager? This is an exciting opportunity to lead delivery of the project's campaigning work Join the online briefing session, 12:30 - 13:00, 21 September to find out more: bit.ly/3SZ8bkP Full details & how to apply: platfform.org/about-us/join-our-team/
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Ro P @roplmr.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
@folklorepod.bsky.social
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Platfform @platfform.org · 21/08/2026
We're looking for a special person to join our Hope & Healing project. Could that be you? ❤️ Communities & Dev Partner 🌱 £28,964 F/T hybrid + benefits 🕙 PT option (0.8 FTE) 📍 Travel to Cardiff/Blackwood offices, regular work in Newport Email hopeandhealing@platfform.org / view on platfform.org
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Ro P @roplmr.bsky.social · 01/07/2026
@folklorepod.bsky.social Another new postbox topper at Stourbridge Junction
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Louvain Rees ⚰️ @hellohistoria.bsky.social · 20/06/2026
🌞 Hot Weather Reminder 🌞 If you're taking antidepressants or antipsychotics, your body might struggle to regulate heat. Stay cool, drink water, find shade 🌳 #Summer #Weather
The image is a hot weather reminder emphasising the importance of staying cool for individuals taking antidepressants or antipsychotics, as these medications can impair the body’s ability to regulate heat.

It advises:

Stay cool

Drink plenty of water

Find shade if you can 

It ends with a call to share this message to help others stay safe.
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Platfform @platfform.org · 01/06/2026
Join our #HopeAndHealing team as the Communities and Development Manager for Wales! You will play a key role in our communities-based and system-changing work in Wales and also provide project management across this work. Further details can be found here: bit.ly/4fYAEjw
Role description details: £36,414, Full time, Permanent
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Platfform @platfform.org · 28/05/2026
Join our Hope and Healing team as the Campaigns and Communications Lead! You will lead the Campaign for Hope strand of activity as part of our Hope and Healing project. Deadline: Thursday 18th June, 9am You can find out more info about the role here: bit.ly/42X8vBY
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Ro P @roplmr.bsky.social · 22/05/2026
@folklorepod.bsky.social
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Louvain Rees ⚰️ @hellohistoria.bsky.social · 22/05/2026
🌞 Hot Weather Reminder 🌞 If you're taking antidepressants or antipsychotics, your body might struggle to regulate heat. Stay cool, drink water, find shade 🌳 #Summer #Weather
The image is a hot weather reminder emphasising the importance of staying cool for individuals taking antidepressants or antipsychotics, as these medications can impair the body’s ability to regulate heat.

It advises:

Stay cool

Drink plenty of water

Find shade if you can 

It ends with a call to share this message to help others stay safe.
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Jac Larner @jaclarner.bsky.social · 02/05/2026
Lots of misunderstanding about Wales’s new electoral system — how it works, what it takes to get elected, and especially around tactical voting. Partly to sort my own thinking, I put together something that tries to make sense of it. Proper write-up coming soon. jaclarner.github.io/jaclarner/bl...
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Alex Andreou @sturdyalex.bsky.social · 24/04/2026
Good morning! Here is a three-day old sea-otter pup, snoozing on their Mama. The image is by one my favourite wildlife photographers, Suzi Eszterhas, who runs girlswhoclick.org - an organisation that mentors girls and young women interested in nature photography. Feel free to share.
A little fuzzy, dark brown sea-otter pup, sleeping peacefully on top of their Mama's belly, as she floats on her back.
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Ro P @roplmr.bsky.social · 20/04/2026
Bluebells on a slope in north Worcestershire
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Ro P @roplmr.bsky.social · 15/04/2026
Bluebells in north Worcestershire
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Ro P @roplmr.bsky.social · 12/04/2026
@folklorepod.bsky.social Easter post box topper at Stourbridge junction featuring @george-station-cat.bsky.social for your collection. Photo by me today. By Crafting for Communities.
Knitted Easter postbox topper at Stourbridge junction train station . Featuring knitted lambs, chicken, Easter eggs and George the Station Cat amongst others
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Ro P @roplmr.bsky.social · 08/04/2026
And breathe
Morning sun lighting up the Four Stones in Worcestershire
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Richard Wyn Jones @richardwynjones.bsky.social · 25/03/2026
Here's something for the Irish Times in which I try to explain what's about to happen in Welsh politics. Hope it's of interest. www.irishtimes.com/world/uk/202...
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Labour’s century-long hold on Wales faces collapse – but why?
Shifts in identity, social change and the strain of long incumbency mean Ireland’s nearest neighbour is about to undergo a sea change
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Ro P @roplmr.bsky.social · 01/03/2026
Dydd Gŵyl Dewi hapus i bawb
Miniature daffodils in bloom
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Paul Bernal @paulbernal.bsky.social · 24/02/2026
One of the worst things about AI, for me, is that it takes away from people the sheer joy of writing. Schools don’t often make this point, but writing should be fun. Putting words together, finding ways to express yourself, the pure pleasure of a well-crafted sentence. 1/5
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David Miller @davidmiller-photo.bsky.social · 21/02/2026
Rain on plastic. Cold Tennessee air. And the architect of chaos watching it all unfold. Repost for a chance of winning a 4x6 print. I’ll select 40 at random to celebrate the 40th edition of the Barkley Marathons. #bm100 #barkleymarathons 📸 share.google/eGSiSrAnE3J1...
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Raider @iwillnotbesilenced.bsky.social · 22/02/2026
This is Bryan. Once a week, he takes a shelter pup on a New York City adventure in his 'Adopt Me' backpack, hoping someone will fall in love. He films their big day out, and almost every dog he's featured has found a forever home. 🫶 🐕 🫶 🐶 🫶
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John Bull @garius.bsky.social · 21/01/2026
The US granted visas to Jews but only allowed 30,000 in from Germany a year. You had to wait for your number to come up. Meet Robert Smallbones. An unassuming British diplomat who 'hacked' this system so effectively (saving 48 THOUSAND Jews) the UK government kept his scheme secret for decades /1 🧵
old couple (Robert and his wife Inga), dressed in smart clothes. both look unassuming and like they could be anybodies' grandparents.
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Ro P @roplmr.bsky.social · 19/01/2026
@folklorepod.bsky.social
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Dan Sohege @danielsohege.bsky.social · 08/01/2026
Sadly it is official, my current employment contract finishes at the end of March. It has been a fantastic three years at Migrant Voice. If you, or someone you know, knows of job opportunities for an experienced policy, advocacy and comms person, across multiple sectors, please do let me know.
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George The Station Cat @george-station-cat.bsky.social · 26/12/2025
Happy Boxing Day Boxes remind us that simple things can bring comfort A warm spot, a quiet pause, a moment to belong Boxes provide comfort, structure, and emotional support. This should be recognised more formally I am happy to be the official Box Appreciation Ambassador
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Rhianna Pratchett @rhi.bsky.social · 25/12/2025
Happy Hogswatch to all who celebrate. Ho! Ho! Ho!
The Librarian from Unseen University holding up a sprig of mistletoe and grinning broadly. As drawn by Paul Kidby.
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Pete @petetheref.bsky.social · 24/12/2025
The Embassy staff of Germany, France and the United Kingdom sing Schedryk in the Kyiv underground. Wonderful!
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Louvain Rees ⚰️ @hellohistoria.bsky.social · 17/12/2025
A Brief History of Lunatic Asylums in South Wales 🧠 youtube.com/watch?v=mcX7... #histmed #Wales
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A Brief History of Lunatic Asylums in Wales | HelloHistoria Podcast | EP1
YouTube video by HelloHistoria Podcast
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Will Hayward - Wales Journo @willhaycardiff.bsky.social · 17/12/2025
Right let's breakdown this new poll for Wales because there is a lot going on below the headline figures. [Thread]
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Wales Governance Centre | Canolfan Llywodraethiant Cymru @walesgovernance.bsky.social · 17/12/2025
Bwriadau pleidleisio Senedd / Senedd Voting Intention (YouGov - nid MRP/ not MRP method) / (28/11 - 10/12) PC: 33% REF: 30% LLAF/LAB: 10% CEID/CON: 10% GWYRDD/GRN: 9% DEM RHYDD/LD: 6% ERAILL/OTH: 2% N=1,891 Ein dadansoddiad ni / Our analysis: blogs.cardiff.ac.uk/thinking-wal...
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Consolidation, Not Conversion: Understanding Wales’s Ongoing Realignment
Showcasing current research, comments and analysis on the law, politics, history, culture, government and political economy of Wales from the Wales Governance Centre.
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George The Station Cat @george-station-cat.bsky.social · 14/12/2025
Sending you the warmest Christmas hug 🤍 No wrapping needed, no cost at all, just comfort, kindness, and a reminder that you’re not alone. One size fits everyone, lasts as long as you need it, and can be passed on whenever you spot someone who needs it too. .
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Get Yourself Active @getyrselfactive.bsky.social · 11/12/2025
💼Job opportunity! Become a Training Officer on our Moving Social Work Programme, embedding disability rights in social work training and giving the right tools to support physical activity for Disabled people Deadline: 9am, 12th Jan More info👇 careers.disabilityrightsuk.org/job/83a611d4...
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Training Officer – Moving Social Work Programme - Job page - Disability Rights UK
Training Officer to join our Moving Social Work ProgrammeWe are hiring a new Training Officer to join our Moving Social Work Programme. This programme supports social work practitioners and students t...
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Diane Coyle @dianecoyle1859.bsky.social · 05/12/2025
We are hiring a @bennettschool.cam.ac.uk research assistant- deadline is 5 January www.cam.ac.uk/jobs/researc...
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Research Assistant (Fixed Term)
Fixed-term: The funds for this post are available for 2 years in the first instance. The Bennett School of Public Policy invites applications for a Research Assistant. This is an exciting opportunity
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Mike Slaven @mcslaven.bsky.social · 02/12/2025
A wonderful example of why disinvestment in arts and humanities is too clever by half. These are fundamental to a society's curiosity and imagination!
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Bookshop.org @bookshop.org · 28/11/2025
Black Friday reminder: You can support independent bookstores and get great deals without lining the pockets of billionaires 😌
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Ro P @roplmr.bsky.social · 17/11/2025
In case anyone one needs a distraction from *makes sweeping arm gesture
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NationCymru @nation.cymru · 28/10/2025
A campaign is bringing runners together across Wales to stand for a shared belief that running should feel safe for everyone, no matter the time of day
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Campaign calls for safer streets for women runners in Wales
A campaign is bringing runners together across Wales to stand for a shared belief that running should feel safe for everyone, no matter the time of day. The new Welsh Athletics campaign ‘Own The Night...
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Ro P @roplmr.bsky.social · 24/10/2025
@folklorepod.bsky.social Postbox topper by Harlech Castle. Photo taken by me on 22/10/25. No details on the creator I’m afraid
Knitted Halloween postbox topperKnitted Halloween postbox topper in front of Harlech Castle, Wales
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The Welsh Politics Pod @welshpolitics.bsky.social · 16/10/2025
Where did the Senedd's closed list system come from? Lauren McEvatt and @lauramcallister30.bsky.social ask Lee Waters MS to explain why the Labour Party proposed a system that nobody seems to really want. #Wales #Cymru #Senedd26
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Richard Martin @mimosacymru.bsky.social · 29/09/2025
This may not seem groundbreaking on first look but it is a *huge* step forward as the UK Govt is for the first time acknowledging that the ‘England and Wales’ justice system is a binary, not a unitary arrangement. The slow, grudging acceptance by UK Govt of this reality has begun with this step:
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Dr Dean Burnett @drdeanburnett.bsky.social · 24/09/2025
*taps sign*
LIFEHACK:
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Wales Governance Centre | Canolfan Llywodraethiant Cymru @walesgovernance.bsky.social · 20/09/2025
🎤 WGC EVENT 🗣️ We are delighted to be hosting Lee Waters MS, @drhannahwhite.bsky.social (IfG), Prof. James Mitchell (Univ. Edinburgh), Prof Mark Drakeford, and @kirsty-williams.bsky.social to discuss 'The Operation of Devolved Government in Wales'. Tickets here 👇 www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/the-fifth-...
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The Fifth Floor: LIVE - The Operation of Devolved Government in Wales
Pennod byw podlediad Lee Waters AS gyda gwesteion arbennig - Live episode of Lee Waters MS's podcas with special guests
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Jac Larner @jaclarner.bsky.social · 16/09/2025
Latest ITV BarnCymru 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿 poll confirms trend seen over last 6 months - neck and neck race between Plaid Cymru and Reform UK for largest party, with Labour falling to even more distant third. Evidence growing of distinct realignment in Wales 🧵
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Wales Governance Centre | Canolfan Llywodraethiant Cymru @walesgovernance.bsky.social · 16/09/2025
Our new BARN Cymru poll run with @itvcymruwales.bsky.social and @yougov.co.uk has landed 📈 #Senedd26 #Wales #Cymru
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Will Hayward - Wales Journo @willhaycardiff.bsky.social · 10/09/2025
I am getting sick of certain politicians telling the people of Wales that they don't deserve their own democracy. Let’s stop discussing whether Welsh democracy is allowed to exist, and focus on how to make it work. My latest Guardian column: www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
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So politicians want rid of the Senedd: would they abolish any other country’s democracy? | Will Hayward
The Welsh parliament has its faults – but talk of axing it is for charlatans, not leaders who are serious about the nation’s future, says Guardian columnist Will Hayward
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George The Station Cat @george-station-cat.bsky.social · 10/09/2025
A kind word, a gentle check-in, or simply listening can interrupt the darkest thoughts. You can save a life. #WorldSuicidePreventionDay 📞 UK: Samaritans 116 123 Your kindness could save a life. Sending love, soft purrs, and gentle headbumps your way today. @samaritans.bsky.social
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Hetan Shah @hetanshah.bsky.social · 03/09/2025
Ooh we've opened our call for small research grants. £10k for any humanities or social sciences research. Open to independent scholars. We use partial randomisation to allocate the funding: random allocation between all that meet the quality threshold www.thebritishacademy.ac.uk/funding/ba-l...
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British Academy/Leverhulme Small Research Grants
The BA/Leverhulme Small Research Grants are available to support primary research in the humanities and social sciences. These awards, up to £10,000 in value and tenable for up to 24 months, are provi...
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Louvain Rees ⚰️ @hellohistoria.bsky.social · 01/09/2025
If you enjoy reading my historical ramblings, subscribe to my Substack ✍️🏻 IT'S FREE! Here's a brilliant testimonial I received from one of my subscribers 😀 hellohistoria.substack.com #Wales #History
The image shows a humorous advertisement for a blog or publication called "HelloHistoria."

The layout is split into two parts:
On the left, there's a photograph of a black cat lying on its back on a person's lap. The cat looks very relaxed.

On the right, there's a heading that asks, "Why subscribe to HelloHistoria?"

Below the heading are two testimonials in quotation marks.

The first testimonial reads: "HelloHistoria is the most interesting collection of welsh historical ramblings I have ever read."

The second testimonial reads: "You wouldn't think it by looking at her but Louvain is actually a brilliant Historian."

Below the testimonials, the author of the quotes is identified as "- a local cat and avid blog reader."
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