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Martin D @unixmaisonette.com · 29/09/2026

Coniston House, 10am. Grinding and banging right beside homes that still have families living in them. EEH still hasn't rehoused everyone. How is this acceptable?

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Martin D @unixmaisonette.com · 28/09/2026

This a bit of a particular rant on the important subject of chocolate: Last week I bought a pack of Cadbury’s Fruit and Nut. I took one bite and threw the rest in the bin. It tasted so disappointing.

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Martin D @unixmaisonette.com · 28/09/2026

Very disappointed to see that, despite being named and shamed in parliament in a discussion on companies taking advantage of 'fire and rehire' ahead of the practice being outlawed in January, Eastend Homes are still threatening their workers with it.

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Martin D @unixmaisonette.com · 23/09/2026

So today I've been mostly travelling to Cheltenham. It was supposed to be a couple of hours, but due to the Didcot gas leak (www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...), it's been quite a trek. It could be worse, but everyone has been very British about it.

bbc.co.uk

Major disruption as gas leak shuts rail line between Reading and Didcot

There are no trains between Reading and Didcot Parkway, with major disruption expected.

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garethrees @garethrees.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

Interesting idea – we've previously done a little work in a similar space in the form of www.mysociety.org/2020/08/25/f.... As you point out, the ideal would be to make them subject to FOI as they are in Scotland – we already list these www.whatdotheyknow.com/body/list/rs... …

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Hackney Cycling Campaign @hackneycycling.org.uk · 26/08/2026

Does anyone who's kids already cycle to school, and possibly had to jump through similar hoops, have thoughts on this?

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Martin D @unixmaisonette.com · 26/08/2026

The new Social Tenant Access to Information Requirements (STAIRS 🪜 — yes, they really forced that acronym) come into force in just over a month, giving housing association tenants new rights to information. But as I argue for @insidehousing.bsky.social, it's a much weaker scheme than FOIA. 🧵 1/2

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Smooth Dunk @smoothdunk2.bsky.social · 16/08/2026

The British Media Vs. Plagiarism

4 panel comic

Panel 1:
British Journalists are relaxing on lilos in the sea. Someone on the shore yells “Hey Guys! An academic got accused of plagiarism”

Panel 2:
One of the journalists sticks out their tongue and says “Pffft. Wake me when there’s a real story”

Panel 3:
Person on shore “He was black”

Panel 4:
The sea explodes as a tidal wave of British Journalists erupt into the air, manic and desperate to report on this now vital for some reason piece of news

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Count Binface @countbinface.bsky.social · 16/08/2026

A brief note for Nadhim Zahawi.

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Martin D @unixmaisonette.com · 31/07/2026

New gym kit, so I guess I better go do a gym. @denloungewear.bsky.social

Martin takes a selfie in his bedroom mirror. He’s smiling at the camera and wearing a black T-shirt, burgundy shorts, and short black socks with white stripes.

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Martin D @unixmaisonette.com · 28/07/2026

Against all this Frage victimhood and handwringing, I’m just waiting for him to renounce his former vocal support for Lucy Connolly, who called for people to set fire to hotels housing refugees.

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Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan @london.gov.uk · 25/07/2026

To every trans Londoner: this city is yours too. Today we celebrate London Trans+ Pride and reaffirm a simple truth: you should be free to live as yourself, without fear or prejudice. You are loved. You are wanted. You belong here.

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Martin D @unixmaisonette.com · 24/07/2026

A decent effort. hevy.com/workout/sYvT...

Picture of Martin standing outside Mile End Leisure Centre after his workout

Lower Hypertrophy
Friday, Jul 24, 2026 at 8:14am

Front Squat
Set 1: 40 kg x 12
Set 2: 40 kg x 12
Set 3: 40 kg x 12
Set 4: 40 kg x 12

Lunge (Barbell)
Set 1: 40 kg x 10
Set 2: 40 kg x 12
Set 3: 40 kg x 12
Set 4: 40 kg x 12

Leg Extension (Machine)
Set 1: 30 kg x 15
Set 2: 30 kg x 15
Set 3: 30 kg x 9
Set 4: 30 kg x 9

Lying Leg Curl (Machine)
Set 1: 20 kg x 15
Set 2: 25 kg x 15
Set 3: 25 kg x 15
Set 4: 25 kg x 15

Standing Calf Raise (Barbell)
Set 1: 20 kg x 12
Set 2: 25 kg x 12
Set 3: 25 kg x 12
Set 4: 25 kg x 12

@hevyapp
https://hevy.com/workout/sYvTW3Tb0Ay

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Martin D @unixmaisonette.com · 21/07/2026

The very excellent @tharchives.bsky.social is on Bluesky. Want to find out about the history of the building and area you're living in? This team can help. They hold a treasure trove of documents to explore. Also, they are really nice people and are very much worth following.

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Lizzie @lizziecharlton.bsky.social · 21/07/2026

Oh look, it’s the same thing they did to introduce the GRA as well (fight trans recognition all the way to Strasbourg, cave when the decision went against them, and in the case of the GRA, implement it in the worst way possible) en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gender_Recogn…

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Martin D @unixmaisonette.com · 18/07/2026

Somewhat tickled by the behind the scenes video from the creator of the viral Bin, Bin, Binface! video. youtu.be/wWYt1bwnGhA

youtu.be

We Accidentally Made a Viral Count Binface Song

YouTube video by James Cunliffe

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Alex Andreou @sturdyalex.bsky.social · 07/07/2026

Amazing detective work.

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Martin D @unixmaisonette.com · 07/07/2026

Wondering whether the Chancellor will fail to appoint Farage to an office of profit under the Crown until after the Parliamentary Commissioner for Standards reports. There's a lot of stuff the government is dealing with right now, and effecting his hissy-fit of a resignation is hardly a priority.

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Martin D @unixmaisonette.com · 07/07/2026

Post-vacation unpacking… No. 1 priority: disinfect safety equipment.

A flat-lay image featuring red martial arts gear, including shin and foot guards, boxing gloves, and a head guard, all branded with "BLITZ." There are also a water bottle, a medal, a spray bottle, a towel, and a gum shield.

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Martin D @unixmaisonette.com · 21/06/2026

Bartley and Gardiner on #politicsLondon give me some hope for the future of the UK – two politicians finding common ground on many issues, including putting Thames Water out of its misery.

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Martin D @unixmaisonette.com · 21/06/2026

The voting system geek in me loved today's episode of @quietriotpod.bsky.social. The excellent @makevotesmatter.bsky.social has just launched a new report. The conversation has moved on; we're no longer talking about whether we should have reform, but what sort of system we should use.

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Martin D @unixmaisonette.com · 20/06/2026

Last summer, East End Homes promised we’d be back in our homes by December 2025 (as reported by @theslicetowham.bsky.social towerhamletsslice.co.uk/romanroad/co...). It’s nearly July, and we can’t even access our corridor! #housing #towerHamlets #eastEndHomes #conistonHouse

Image of a fire exit door made of wood, surrounded by a brick wall. Signs nearby indicate the fire exit and safety instructions, including "Keep clear.”

A doorway with a black door is visible, surrounded by exposed brick walls. Various safety signs are posted on and around the door, including "Site Office," "Fire exit," "Danger," and "No unauthorised access." A barricade is positioned nearby.

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The Green Party of England & Wales @greenparty.org.uk · 14/06/2026

💚 Nine years on, we remember the victims of the Grenfell Tower fire. We reaffirm our commitment to campaigning for safe housing for all.

Graphic with a green heart on a black background and white text that reads:

REMEMBERING GRENFELL

FOREVER IN OUR
HEARTS

Green Party
Promoted by Chris Williams on behalf of The Green Party, both at PO Box 78066, London SE16 9GQ

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Sian Berry MP @sianberry.bsky.social · 02/06/2026

I have sponsored @nadiawhittomemp.bsky.social’s motion calling for the draft EHRC code of practice to be rejected by the House of Commons. We need an Equality Act that cannot be misinterpreted. That sets out a clear and legal framework and respects trans people in their daily lives.

Image is a screen shot of an Early Day Motion that reads: Draft Code of Practice on Services, public functions and associations

EDM (Early Day Motion) 240: tabled on 01 June 2026

Tabled in the 2026-27 session.

This motion has been signed by 53 Members. It has not yet had any amendments submitted.
Motion text

That the draft Code of Practice for Services, public functions and associations, a copy of which was laid before this House on 21 May, be disapproved.

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The Green Party of England & Wales @greenparty.org.uk · 26/05/2026

Meet Sarah Wakefield. Manchester City councillor, mum of two, sustainable food campaigner - and your Green MP candidate for Makerfield.

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Martin D @unixmaisonette.com · 26/05/2026

Hello. My name is Martin. I am an adult. My office is a train. 🚂

Martin is seated on a train, holding a white mug. He is wearing a red t-shirt featuring a graphic design. The interior of the train is visible in the background.

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Mike Galsworthy @mikegalsworthy.bsky.social · 21/05/2026

💥 70,000 signatures! 💥 ...and the petition closes on June 8th. Imagine if we can get it over 100,000 before then - and open a Parliamentary debate in time for the 10th anniversary of the Brexit vote on June 23rd 2026. That'd be powerful. All hands to the pump! Sign and share, share, share! 👇

petition.parliament.uk

Petition: Apply to Rejoin the EU as soon as possible to increase growth in the UK

We believe Brexit's not working. The OBR judges that the UK economy is smaller and trade is weaker because of Brexit, and it will just get worse. 10 years after the Brexit vote, let's apply to rejoin ...

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Neil Goodrich @ngoodrichhsg.bsky.social · 14/05/2026

Ten years ago the UK ranked 1st in Europe on the rainbow map. It now ranks 22nd. That is an appalling regression, driven for the most part by legislative and legal actions affecting the trans community. rainbowmap.ilga-europe.org/countries/un...

rainbowmap.ilga-europe.org

United Kingdom - Rainbow Map

In order to improve the legal and policy situation of LGBTI people in United Kingdom, ILGA-Europe recommend:

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Heather Paterson @heatherpaterson.co.uk · 12/05/2026

ILGA-Europe’s @ilgaeurope.bsky.social 2026 Rainbow Map is out today. It is a stark reminder that the UK is not just standing still on LGBTI rights, we are going backwards. Explore it here: rainbowmap.ilga-europe.org [1/7]

rainbowmap.ilga-europe.org

Rainbow Map

Europe's LGBTI Rights Rankings 2026

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Jo Grady @drjogrady.bsky.social · 12/05/2026

If you honestly believe that the answer to Reform and the challenges Labour faces is to elect Mandelson’s mate Wes Streeting, then you might as well hand Farage the keys to number 10 now. The party - but more importantly the country - needs an open debate.

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Tower Hamlets Green Party @thgreenparty.bsky.social · 11/05/2026

Tower Hamlets Green Party are deeply concerned by the election of Abul Monsur. Antisemitism has no place in Tower Hamlets. Abul Monsur should stand down and a by-election called.

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Martin D @unixmaisonette.com · 10/05/2026

So I sadly wasn’t elected as a local councillor this weekend, but I did win a couple of matches in a jujitsu competition and completed my first 15km Tough Mudder.

Martin is wearing a Tough Mudder headband and a black Tough Mudder Nation t-shirt. He has an orange medal hanging around his neck and is smiling at the camera, with cloudy skies in the background.

Three individuals wearing jujitsu uniforms sit together, smiling in front of a wooden backdrop. They appear relaxed and friendly, showcasing a sense of camaraderie.

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Martin D @unixmaisonette.com · 08/05/2026

Taking a self-care day after polling day. #freshFade

Martin takes a selfie. Smiling at the camera, he has a fresh haircut and bead trim. He's waring a back jacket and there is a black/grey backpack on his back. The background is a streetscape with tress and shops.

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The Green Party of England & Wales @greenparty.org.uk · 07/05/2026

Thank you to everyone who voted Green 💚 Want to take the next step towards delivering real hope and real change? Join the Green Party today ⤵️ join.greenparty.org.uk?utm_source=L...

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escalatenow.bsky.social @escalatenow.bsky.social · 06/03/2026

At the Woolwich foot tunnel today where we saw a dad struggle down over 100 steps with his three year old child. We’d like to know why it’s so filthy with pigeon droppings. Where is the respect for the health and safety of people? #WoolwichFootTunnel #GreenwichCouncil #Woolwich #FixTheLifts

Steps inside a foot tunnel covered in pigeon droppings, a pigeon is standing on steps

A man carrying a push chair down steps while holding a small child, a cyclist is carrying his bike up the steps

Sangeeta Kalia standing at the entrance of Woolwich foot tunnel. She’s wearing a black waterproof coat and is holding a leaflet in her hands.

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SHAC: The Social Housing Action Campaign @shacaction.bsky.social · 04/03/2026

Rachel is speaking out because she has evidence to show how revenge evictions by housing associations happen, step by step, and because many tenants do not survive the process long enough to document it. shaction.org/2026/03/04/o...

shaction.org

Facing Eviction: A Tenant's Battle Against Damp and Disrepair

Facing homelessness and health risks, one tenant exposes systemic failures in housing safety and tenant rights. Discover her urgent story.

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Caroline Russell @carolinerussell.bsky.social · 01/03/2026

Absolute clarity. So much this 👇

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Tower Hamlets Green Party @thgreenparty.bsky.social · 27/02/2026

From Gorton and Denton to Tower Hamlets Tower Hamlets Green Party sends our very best wishes to our party’s newest MP Hannah Spencer and our gratitude to the hundreds of supporters who helped her smash all the old political certainties. towerhamlets.greenparty.org.uk/2026/02/27/f...

towerhamlets.greenparty.org.uk

From Gorton and Denton to Tower Hamlets - Tower Hamlets Green Party

Tower Hamlets Green Party sends our very best wishes to our party’s newest MP Hannah Spencer and our gratitude to the hundreds of supporters who helped her smash all the old political certainties. Han...

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Jemma Forte @jemmaforte.bsky.social · 27/02/2026

Turns out Reform aren't the shoo-in Question Time and The Mail like to pretend they are. Voters can think for themselves and they just did. And Labour? Now you know what happens when you pander to 'Trump lite'. The people say no. Complacency is not a strategy. Politics just got interesting.

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Sian Berry MP @sianberry.bsky.social · 26/02/2026

With all my heart I want to have Hannah with me in Parliament next week. She is not only the best candidate to beat Reform but just simply the best new MP you could wish for. If you are voting today, choose Hannah, and tell everyone you meet to do the same! 💚💚💚🙏

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London Cycling Campaign @londoncycling.bsky.social · 24/02/2026

🚔️ If you cycle in London, the odds are you've either been, or know someone who's been, a victim of cycle theft... Want action taken? Sign our petition today: bit.ly/4bRyUXr

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Martin D @unixmaisonette.com · 22/02/2026

This is exactly why we need to get rid of landlords. Hundreds of lives ruined at the whim of a billionaire.

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United Tech & Allied Workers @utaw.tech · 19/02/2026

If you're in the UK, we are that tech union :)

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