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Hugh Simpson

@whughsimpson.bsky.social
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CEO and Registrar, Architects Registration Board. Former Trustee, Cranstoun. Regulation, politics, cycling. Usual disclaimers apply.

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Sam Freedman @samfr.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
New post: "When government works" The vaccine rollout is often cited as a rare example of the state working. For the first time the person who led it, Emily Lawson, talks about how she did it + what the lessons are for govt in normal times. (£/free trial) samf.substack.com/p/when-gover...
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When government works
The story of the vaccine rollout
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Architects Registration Board @archreguk.bsky.social · 18/08/2026
ARB has announced changes to its approach to Professional Practice Experience (PPE), as part of wider reforms to architectural education. The changes follow the independent PPE Commission’s findings and feedback from our consultation earlier this year. Learn more: arb.org.uk/arb-changes-...
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Neil Miles @neilsmiles.com · 17/08/2026
29th August 1985 - An excited Michael Fish gets to deploy the rarely seen red number as the temperature gets up to an incredible 26 degrees in London!
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Architects Registration Board @archreguk.bsky.social · 30/07/2026
We've published the final tranche of guidance topics to support architects in meeting the Standards in the Architects Code of Conduct. These topics are building safety, EDI, leadership, mentoring and environmental sustainability. Learn more: arb.org.uk/architect-in...
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Architects Registration Board @archreguk.bsky.social · 01/07/2026
📣 Join the ARB Board! ARB is working with MHCLG to recruit 4 Architect Members and 1 Lay Member. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences. Find out more: shorturl.at/WCW9U
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Architects Registration Board @archreguk.bsky.social · 06/07/2026
Join the Department for Business and Trade's upcoming online event on Wednesday 8th July, 16:00 (BST), to learn more about working across the UK and Canada as an architect. ARB's Director of Governance & International, Emma Matthews, will be among the speakers. Register here: shorturl.at/stKme
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Events - Unlocking opportunities for Architects in the UK and Canada
Events - Unlocking opportunities for Architects in the UK and Canada
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Dezeen @dezeen.com · 23/06/2026
Necessary cultural change within the construction industry is still yet to happen nine years on from the devastating Grenfell Tower fire, the man in charge of the UK architects' regulator tells Dezeen in this interview. www.dezeen.com/2026/06/23/hugh-simp…
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"There has not been cultural change as a result of Grenfell" says ARB CEO Hugh Simpson
Cultural change is still yet to happen nine years on from the Grenfell Tower fire, says the man in charge of the architects' regulator.
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Hugh Simpson @whughsimpson.bsky.social · 28/05/2026
This evidence, from personal experience, does not come as a surprise.
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London Cycling Campaign @londoncycling.bsky.social · 06/05/2026
🟢 🚲 Lime will offer free rides across London tomorrow (Thursday) to help people get to and from polling stations during the local elections. The offer can be accessed by entering the code ‘VOTEUK2026’ in the Lime app on the day only and applies to riders in London.
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Lime offers free e-bike rides to help Londoners get to the polls | South West Londoner
Lime will offer free rides across London on Thursday to help people get to and from polling stations during the local elections.
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Africa Elects @africaelects.bsky.social · 02/05/2026
New: With the DA electing a new leader, Geordin Hill-Lewis, our latest article outlines the changes he plans to bring and the party’s ambitions for the future. africaelects.com/2026/04/23/geordin…
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Architects Registration Board @archreguk.bsky.social · 14/04/2026
🗓️ Only one day left until our consultation on proposed changes to improve professional practical experience closes. Share your views: arb.org.uk/consultation...
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Architects Registration Board @archreguk.bsky.social · 08/04/2026
🗓️ Only 1 week left until our consultation on proposed changes to improve professional practical experience closes. The proposed changes aim to improve fair and consistent access to quality practical experience. Share your views: arb.org.uk/consultation...
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Africa Elects @africaelects.bsky.social · 17/03/2026
South Africa, local elections, Social Research Foundation poll: ANC (Centre-left): 39% (-7) DA (Liberal|Centre-right): 28% (+6) MK (Left-wing|Conservative): 8% (new) ... +/- vs. 2021 election result Fieldwork: March 2026 Sample size: 2,222 ➤http://africaelects.com/south-africa
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Architects Registration Board @archreguk.bsky.social · 16/03/2026
The @mhclgdigital.blog.gov.uk.web.brid.gy consultation on proposals to establish a single construction regulator, following the Grenfell Tower Inquiry Phase 2 recommendation. The consultation closes on 20 March 2026. Read and share your views here: www.gov.uk/government/c...
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Single construction regulator prospectus
​​We are seeking views on government’s proposals for regulatory reform and the development of a single construction regulator.​
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Mark Pack @markpackuk.bsky.social · 02/02/2026
Lord Wallace of Tankerness obituary
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Lord Wallace of Tankerness obituary
Influential Liberal and Lib Dem politician who served as Scotland’s deputy first minister from the outset of devolution
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Architects' Journal @news.architectsjournal.co.uk · 19/01/2026
ARB in talks with government about regulating function of architectural work
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ARB in talks with government about regulating function of architectural work
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Africa Elects @africaelects.bsky.social · 18/01/2026
New: Africa Elects' latest article breaks down the data behind the DA's unexpected rise and what this could mean for the upcoming local elections. africaelects.com/2026/01/05/winning…
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Africa Elects @africaelects.bsky.social · 22/11/2025
South Africa, Social Research Foundation poll: ANC (Centre-left): 37% (-3) DA (Liberal|Centre-right): 32% (+10) MK (Left-wing|Conservative): 8% (-7) ... +/- vs. Last election result Fieldwork: 17 October - 14 November 2025 Sample size: 1,002 ➤ africaelects.com/south-africa
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Architects Registration Board @archreguk.bsky.social · 10/09/2025
Our team had a roundtable in Glasgow discussing the Scottish context for architecture with learning providers and employers also joined by Sandy Robinson, Scottish Government Chief Architect, Tamsie Thomson, and Gordon Murray. Thanks to all who attended and contributed to the insightful discussion.
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Hugh Simpson @whughsimpson.bsky.social · 03/06/2025
Really loved this excellent understated but warm and funny film. The www.regentstreetcinema.com Was a perfect venue.
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REGENT STREET CINEMA
Check showtimes and buy tickets at your local cinema
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Architects Registration Board @archreguk.bsky.social · 14/05/2025
Applications are now open for a new mutual recognition agreement between the Architects Registration Board (ARB) and the Regulatory Organizations of Architecture in Canada (ROAC). Learn more here➡️https://arb.org.uk/international-routes/arb-and-roac-mra/
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Architects Registration Board @archreguk.bsky.social · 24/04/2025
Yesterday, the UK’s Architects Registration Board (ARB) and Canada’s ROAC signed a new UK–Canada Mutual Recognition Agreement (MRA). This opens up streamlined opportunities for architects in both countries. Join this evening’s webinar at 8pm BST to learn more: Register here➡️https://bit.ly/3GmFFTs
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Architects Registration Board @archreguk.bsky.social · 23/04/2025
🌍✍️ A new UK-Canada Mutual Recognition Agreement (MRA) is to be signed today, making it easier for eligible architects to register and work between the two countries. Read more ➡️ arb.org.uk/uk-and-canad...
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Africa Elects @africaelects.bsky.social · 28/02/2025
South Africa, SRF poll: ANC (centre-left): 36% (-4) DA (liberal|centre-right): 28% (+6) MK (left-wing|conservative): 14% (-1) EFF (left-wing): 7% (-3) … +/- vs. 2024 election Fieldwork: 3-19 February 2025 Sample size: 1,008 ➤ africaelects.com/south-africa #RSA
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Hugh Simpson @whughsimpson.bsky.social · 13/02/2025
Interesting ideas and reflections from history on the Grenfell Memorial from the ever thoughtful Neal Shasore www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
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What should the Grenfell memorial look like? History has some answers | Neal Shasore
Whatever stands in the tower’s footprint should be inspired by the community – and remind us that such a tragedy must never happen again, says heritage advocate Neal Shasore
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Hugh Simpson @whughsimpson.bsky.social · 09/12/2024
Giving blood or platelets is an easy thing to do. They also give away #seabrooks crisps. Sign up @ www.blood.co.uk #platelets #blood
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Nick Davies @njdavies.bsky.social · 02/12/2024
On Thursday, the govt will publish its Plan for Change. This will include key 'milestones' for each of the govt's five missions. Targets such as these have been used extensively by previous govts trying to improve public service performance. But how effective are targets? A short🧵on the evidence:
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Hugh Simpson @whughsimpson.bsky.social · 29/11/2024
Great article about emotion and authenticity in politics by @njclelland.bsky.social A South African example, a Trump analysis and a lesson for all politicians. Oh and includes references to gorillas and craft beer. www.dailymaverick.co.za/opinionista/...
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What we’ve missed about Donald Trump, Julius Malema and Gayton McKenzie
The Trump-Malema-McKenzie trio of braggarts cut through this world of scripts and ‘messaging’ with simplicity and emotion. For many, this is precisely the antidote to a political landscape that feels ...
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Africa Elects @africaelects.bsky.social · 21/11/2024
South Africa, Institute of Race Relations poll: Q: ‘Which of the following government coalitions would you prefer?’ Fieldwork: October 2024 Sample size: 604 respondents ➤ africaelects.com/south-africa #RSA
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Max Roser @maxroser.bsky.social · 27/11/2024
Few people even know about this; when people are asked in surveys how child mortality has changed the majority says it has stagnated or increased. If you consider that many don't know about humanity's biggest achievement, then it's not surprising that many are so pessimistic about our future.
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Hugh Simpson @whughsimpson.bsky.social · 22/11/2024
Important research on the workplace culture in architecture www.architectsjournal.co.uk/news/archite...
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Architectural abuses exposed: ‘Underpaid, overworked and undervalued’
A new warts-and-all investigation into workplace culture by the Architects Registration Board (ARB) ...
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Hugh Simpson @whughsimpson.bsky.social · 13/11/2024
Beautifully written. And very apt advice for our hectic times.
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Hugh Simpson @whughsimpson.bsky.social · 12/11/2024
The horrors of the "Reply All" email. Excellent and v funny from The Economist's Bartleby... www.economist.com/business/202...
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The horrors of the reply-all email thread
Easy to start, impossible to stop
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