MBE FRSA Economics by training, Technology by profession, Campaigning by conscience. @TransportforAll, @LonTravelwatch. Views my own.
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3 Jan 2024
There will be a memorial gathering at Mortlake Crematorium (TW9 4EN) at 11:20am on January 19th 2024.
This will continue from 1:30pm at York House (TW1 3AA) where libations and nibbles will be shared for all.
RSVP to <gathering@panic.fluff.org>
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17 Feb 2024
Nancy Cartwright does her 7 Simpsons characters in under 40 seconds
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16 Dec 2023
It seems @PeteAusten has three spare tickets to tonight’s sold out #NineLessons show if anyone missed out, drop them a tweet!
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14 Dec 2023
🚨The role of Minister for Disabled People has officially been scrapped, Downing Street confirms.
We are appalled at the Government’s choice to cut a dedicated Minister at a time when our community faces ever mounting challenges. (1/4)
itv.com/news/2023-12-14/gove…
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14 Dec 2023
I donated to @mozthunderbird today to #freetheinbox. Join me to support communication privacy. thunderbird.net/donate via @mozthunderbird thunderbird.net/en-US/thunde…
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13 Dec 2023
Stole this off Reddit. If this is real then it’s hilarious. The Loco in question was Flying Scotsman. Fairly distinctive…
… a quick check on RTT shows she was held and Hambleton for a few minutes, so it may tie in
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Alan Benson retweeted
12 Dec 2023
We've just put the stage balcony on sale for the family matinee of #NineLessons. Grab the last seats for this show now! Feat. @robinince, @HarryHill, @Bobby_Seagull, @Frans_facts, @alomshaha, @MsJoNeary and MORE! Science and silliness for everyone! Tix - shop.kingsplace.co.uk/29389/…
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12 Dec 2023
12 Dec 2023
Our relaxed performance of Dick Whittington is on Wed 3rd Jan! ✨
Relaxed performances are designed for people who may find visiting a theatre daunting and would benefit from a more relaxed environment to enjoy the magic of panto!
📅 Wed 3rd Jan, 2pm
🎟️ atgtix.co/46Q4tut
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9 Dec 2023
Really important words.
9 Dec 2023
'I am sorry to repeat myself, but the time feels right to tell story I have told before of a great comedian and his thoughts on language'.
New post from Robin Ince on Netflix specials, Benjamin Zephaniah & the awfulness directed at @scope this week. cosmicshambles.com/words/blo…
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9 Dec 2023
An important walk took place today ending at Richmond Station with a speech by Sarah Olney. @LBRUT White Ribbon Champion Cllr Mansfield & Council Teams worked hard to make today happen.
@WhiteRibbon_UK highlight Violence against Women and Girls and work towards culture changes 🤍
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We are saddened by the news that Bob Burgis has passed away.
Bob was involved with Ruils for 15 years as a supporter & Trustee. His legacy lives on through Your Say and the Transport & Mobility Forum.
In his memory, Bob's family are collecting donations: ow.ly/CsJw50QgKBC
ALT Image of Bob with him smiling and facing the camera. He is sitting in the Ruils meeting room.
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8 Dec 2023
Fabulous visit to Gallions Reach to see the new DLR trains which will start to be rolled out from Spring 2024. Loving the walk through design and of course, the new moquette! 🚊🚈🚆
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6 Dec 2023
Enabling disabled people to make the journeys they want with freedom, dignity, ease and confidence must be a priority of any Government. Pleasure to speak at the @TransportForAll launch of their new report ‘Are We There Yet?’ about Labour’s ambitions for rail
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8 Dec 2023
Thank you to @StephenMorganMP for speaking at the launch of our report on accessible transport in England. We look forward to working with you in future to ensure that disabled people's concerns are not only heard, but meaningfully acted upon by decision makers.
6 Dec 2023
Enabling disabled people to make the journeys they want with freedom, dignity, ease and confidence must be a priority of any Government. Pleasure to speak at the @TransportForAll launch of their new report ‘Are We There Yet?’ about Labour’s ambitions for rail
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8 Dec 2023
End of the week outing to look at the new @SW_Help Arterio train. Shiny and new with some real plus points. As always, improvements possible. The Access Panel will feed these back. Hopefully addressed before it goes into service. #Arterio
ALT Alan in his wheelchair, in front of a new train. It is dark blue with the white SWR logo and the name "Arterio" in yellow on the side. It is next to a platform edge. Alan is wearing a red coat and dark trousers.
ALT A view down the aisle of the new train. It has cream coloured walls and ceiling, grey floor, silver poles and dark seats with blue grips on them. The wheelchair space is large with room to move around.
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8 Dec 2023
🧵The apparent lack of communication and slow response time to get passengers off to a place of safety is just as concerning. We have heard reports that some passengers even tried to open the doors themselves to self-evacuate. This is extremely dangerous 2/4
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8 Dec 2023
Every activist needs a recharge and their cynicism banishing. Achieved tonight by @billybragg, here on stage at @ClaphamGrand, and the fantastic audience.
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7 Dec 2023
Second hectic day is @LonTravelWatch festive lunch followed by @billybragg at a very grand @ClaphamGrand First visit. Very impressed so far.
ALT A red-lit stage area with a backdrop screen saying "Billy Bragg " and a muted colour image of him with a guitar around his neck.
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6 Dec 2023
I don’t agree with badly implemented floating bus stops. They are not suitable for wheelchair users or blind/partially sighted users. I’ve personally been stuck and endangered by them in Glasgow.
We are off to petition @RishiSunak @10DowningStreet for the 3rd time on Wed 6/12/23 to bring a halt to floating bus stops & shared use bus boarders with @AdamGabsiLDN @InclusionLondon who explains about the problems he faces when he goes to watch the football at #Arsenal Stadium.
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