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tomemurtha @tomemurtha.bsky.social · 21/04/2026

One of the highlights of Twitter before it sank into a cesspit was reading the posts of #nearlylegal. Sadly like Twitter he is no longer with us.

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tomemurtha @tomemurtha.bsky.social · 16/04/2026

Seems strange with so much happening in the world that the main item on #BBCNews for two days running is a few minor abuses of the immigration system. I wonder why?

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tomemurtha @tomemurtha.bsky.social · 16/04/2026

Seems strange with so much happening in the world that the main item on #BBCNews for two days running is a few minor abuses of the immigration system. I wonder why?

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Stiles @lakesstiles.bsky.social · 12/04/2026

Especially for @tomemurtha.bsky.social and anyone else who likes Little Langdale.

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tomemurtha @tomemurtha.bsky.social · 27/03/2026

For years we were taught that the American constitution with it separation of powers was a bastion against tyranny. Trump destroyed that myth almost overnight and the world watched and did nothing.

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tomemurtha @tomemurtha.bsky.social · 20/03/2026

The text of my speech at the #NorthernHousingFestival to mark my 50th year in housing in which I called upon those in social housing to do more to counter the rise in racism by challenging the racist rhetoric of Reform and others and to provide more support and help refugees and asylum seekers.

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It Couldn’t Happen Here.

. My speech to the Northern Housing Festival

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tomemurtha @tomemurtha.bsky.social · 17/02/2026

Sadly one of the last remaining people who inspired me to support the Civil Rights movement in America in 1960s and shaped my views on equity, inclusion and freedom has gone. A true giant then and now www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026...

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Jesse Jackson, civil rights leader, dies aged 84

A fixture in civil rights and Democratic politics since the 1960s, Jackson was once close to Martin Luther King Jr

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tomemurtha @tomemurtha.bsky.social · 28/01/2026

@Did you study at @goldsmithsuol.bsky.social during 1970s? If so you might be interested in a Reunion we are organising on 6th June in the Student Union Bar. More details here facebook.com/events/s/the...

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Goldsmiths, University of London (@goldsmithsuol.bsky.social)

A close-knit community, a rich academic heritage, a creative powerhouse, a thought-provoking place.

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tomemurtha @tomemurtha.bsky.social · 10/11/2025

Vishva and I were married 52 years ago today. The night before. The morning engagement. The registry office. The Hindu ceremony. Vishva sacrificed so much to marry me. For that I am eternally grateful. Our voyage together continues. Who knows when we will reach the far shore?

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tomemurtha @tomemurtha.bsky.social · 31/10/2025

Who remembers the wonderful novel by Sue Townsend when the monarchy is deprived of its titles and sent to live on a council estate? Maybe Andrew is the first step.

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tomemurtha @tomemurtha.bsky.social · 24/10/2025

Today’s bake. Autumn vegetable tarts with Panch phoron and watercress pesto.

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tomemurtha @tomemurtha.bsky.social · 22/10/2025

Happy New Year to all who are celebrating today.

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tomemurtha @tomemurtha.bsky.social · 29/08/2025

Tonight’s pie. Home made rough puff pastry with a spinach chard and ricotta filling.

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tomemurtha @tomemurtha.bsky.social · 08/08/2025

There was a time when I posted regularly in another place photos of my cooking. But now I only do it occasionally. I was pleased with this one though. A tomato tarte tatin with home made puff pastry.

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tomemurtha @tomemurtha.bsky.social · 28/07/2025

Tom Lehrer spoke for a generation when he said “political satire became obsolete when Henry Kissinger won the Nobel Peace Prize.” I wonder what he thought of Trump. As he sang about the threat of nuclear war, “We all go together when we go.”

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tomemurtha @tomemurtha.bsky.social · 28/06/2025

On a warm evening a broad bean and Lancashire cheese tart.

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tomemurtha @tomemurtha.bsky.social · 27/06/2025

Time to relax. Have a good weekend everyone

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Tim Morton @timmorton2.bsky.social · 17/06/2025

Many people were there to make the irrefutable case for investing in social housing at Social Rent, our chair @alisoninman.bsky.social @tomemurtha.bsky.social @simplicitly.bsky.social @stevehilditch.bsky.social @leepage94.bsky.social to name a few www.almos.org.uk/wp-content/u...

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tomemurtha @tomemurtha.bsky.social · 11/06/2025

As this welcome news of a substantial increase in investment in social housing is announced I think of those people in SHOUT who 10 years ago first made the irrefutable case for social housing when the majority of housing leaders were silent. www.theguardian.com/politics/202...

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Rachel Reeves to unveils £39bn housing boost in spending review shake-up

Chancellor promises biggest investment in social and affordable homes in a generation to hit 1.5m target

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eastlondongroup.bsky.social @eastlondongroup.bsky.social · 08/06/2025

It is #SundayMorning once again so here's "Sunday Morning, Farringdon Road" by Cecil Osborne from 1929. Cecil joined the art classes & the Group in that same year &, at the time that he painted this, he was living almost opposite Corporation Buildings: the subject of his view. #CecilOsborne

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eastlondongroup.bsky.social @eastlondongroup.bsky.social · 01/06/2025

Good morning, Tom @tomemurtha.bsky.social & how lovely to see you here & thanks for the "follow". Here's one that I hope you'll like that I've only shown online very rarely in the past. This is "St Luke's Church & Woodbine Cottages" by Albert Turpin from his post-war work, most likely the mid 1950s.

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eastlondongroup.bsky.social @eastlondongroup.bsky.social · 01/06/2025

It is #SundayMorning once again so it would be churlish of me not to show this one as usual! This is "Sunday Morning, Farringdon Road" by Cecil Osborne from 1929. It is in the collection at Brighton Museums. #CecilOsborne #EastLondonGroup #FarringdonRoad

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tomemurtha @tomemurtha.bsky.social · 23/05/2025

Beet Top Tart with Goats Cheese and Walnuts.

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tomemurtha @tomemurtha.bsky.social · 18/05/2025

Apparently it’s #WorldBakingDay so I’ve been baking. A Wholewheat Loaf. Parmesan Crisp. Asparagus Tart. Sweet Ricotta and Strawberry Pie.

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tomemurtha @tomemurtha.bsky.social · 21/04/2025

I am no longer a Catholic and there is much wrong with the Catholic Church. But I have no doubt that Pope Francis was at heart a good man. May he rest in peace.

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tomemurtha @tomemurtha.bsky.social · 20/04/2025

It does happen very often but #EasterSunday is also my little brother’s @MadHatterMurtha birthday and his silver wedding anniversary. Have a great day in Australia Andrew. Congratulations to you both.

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tomemurtha @tomemurtha.bsky.social · 18/04/2025

A tart for Easter. Made with fresh farm eggs, new season asparagus and wild garlic from the local wood.

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tomemurtha @tomemurtha.bsky.social · 11/04/2025

Asparagus and ricotta crepes for Easter

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tomemurtha @tomemurtha.bsky.social · 09/04/2025

So Trump caves in and claims it as a victory. You couldn’t make it up but the petulant man child does daily.

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tomemurtha @tomemurtha.bsky.social · 08/04/2025

Early morning train to speak at an event in London. I haven’t done this since before the pandemic.

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tomemurtha @tomemurtha.bsky.social · 07/04/2025

A free form pie I made for the weekend. Olive oil pastry with a filling of broccoli, asparagus, wild garlic and ricotta.

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tomemurtha @tomemurtha.bsky.social · 02/04/2025

@cihcymru.bsky.social #CIHTAI25 My favourite conference. I spoke there in 2012 just before I retired. But I had to cut my speech in half as the guy before me wouldn’t stop taking.

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tomemurtha @tomemurtha.bsky.social · 27/03/2025

13 years ago today I retired from my full time post as Chief Executive of Midland Heart. One part of my life ended and another began. I’ve enjoyed almost every part of my retirement years. I’ve learned new skills and used my old ones in various ways. Pages from my leaving album.

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Tom Larkin @tomlarkin.bsky.social · 26/03/2025

Just amazing. I saw him most recently in November last year and he was spectacular. The Never Ending Tour resumed last night, and it seems as though he’s still in phenomenal form.

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tomemurtha @tomemurtha.bsky.social · 21/03/2025

For those that remember 5 years ago tonight I was posting my first Lockdown #MurthasMenu. It was a beetroot tatin. Tonight it’s a spinach and feta borek with home made filo pastry.

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tomemurtha @tomemurtha.bsky.social · 19/03/2025

For anyone who thinks it is easy to go through the assessment processes in order to claim what we once knew as social security not benefits. I remember my brother telling me how humiliating and degrading it was for him. I’m ashamed at what Labour is now proposing

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tomemurtha @tomemurtha.bsky.social · 19/03/2025

I watched the Dylan film last night. As someone who bought his first album in 1965 and see him regularly I was disappointed. Obviously a fiction, the Judas incident took place in Manchester, we learned nothing new. It was mildly entertaining and the songs were well performed but that about all.

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tomemurtha @tomemurtha.bsky.social · 17/03/2025

A poem for #StPatricksDay . One of my favourites by Ireland’s poet laureate.

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tomemurtha @tomemurtha.bsky.social · 16/03/2025

I remember when I was young Mam and Dad loved the film The Glenn Miller Story. Not because it was an exact retelling of his life but because it brought back fond memories of the era. The Bob Dylan film, A Complete Unknown, is doing the same today for people of my generation.

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Connex Leadership Networks @connexleadership.bsky.social · 13/03/2025

We're excited to welcome Tom Murtha to discuss why GEM leaders continue to leave executive roles—and what must change. Despite diversity pledges, systemic barriers persist. Join us on 8 April for a critical conversation on workplace bias, tokenism, and real inclusion. Register: shorturl.at/BgWJ0

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