I gave this TED talk warning Silicon Valley of the profound threat of it posed to democracy nearly 6 years ago. It provoked a lawsuit that caused me years of pain. The UK government did nothing to contain the threat. And here we are.

Beautiful single released by an acquaintance is in the running for Christmas No1. Amazing as he's independent - no marketing/ agency to promote him, just reliant on word of mouth. Please listen, stream, buy, share. ALL proceeds are going to charity! groupspeed.lnk.to/AColdDecem…

‘Disparity’ in pay arrangements between school business leaders and colleagues is a source of ‘major discontent’, warn union leaders as pay deal for support staff agreed tes.com/magazine/news/genera…

@ASCL_UK is disappointed that, for the third consecutive year, the differentiated nature of this award means that those working in business leadership roles receive a lower pay award than most of the education workforce.

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BREAKING | Some big #Ofsted news to start the new school year, as the DfE announces that single-word ‘headline’ inspection grades have been scrapped with immediate effect. Find all the key details here ⬇️ (free to read) tes.com/magazine/news/genera…

2 support staff have contacted me they’re worried about increasing bills and no sign of a pay award to balance the impact . They don’t want to leave but will be looking for employment outside of education. @bphillipsonMP @educationgovuk @LGAcomms Action is needed! Please help

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So pleased for @amberanning smashing the British 400m record. I remember she was already talented when she attended a primary school I used to work at. Lovely to see how she's flourished. C'mon Amber!!! Whoop whoop!

Boston United brought more fans to Brighton in the 2006-07 Johnstone Paint Trophy (9) than the far right protestors managed in 2024 (4) #BHAFC

I love my city! This crowd 💕

'We believe that a highly qualified and experienced SBP is as important to their organisation as a deputy head' ⚖️ @stephenpmorale1 buff.ly/3zLFI7S

Headteacher "Dear Recruiter, we want a School Business Leader, they must be a qualified accountant, by the way what is the difference between A Level Accounting, AAT and ACCA? We also need them to be highly competent in terms of HR, ideally qualified, since they need to jump between advising on the various complexes of the burgundy book and then chasing some references for cleaners. They also need to have experience in health and safety, COSHH, fire safety. Competent in managing ICT, both strategic and operational. Full understanding of various business legislation. Experience of being a company secretary as well. Managing and leading large teams is a must" Recruiter "ok, that is a bit of an ask, but yes I may know a few potential candidates. What is the pay?" Headteacher " budgets are tight, so they must start at 8am every day, 28 days leave, can only take that during school holidays but also must cover school holidays, be on site every day, and the pay is £38k" Recruiter " "

5 DAYS LEFT TO ENTER! End of year thank you on behalf of @compliantschool. If you would like to win the £250 Amazon Voucher, for personal or school use, then please follow, retweet and like this post by Friday 12th July at 8pm. We will announce the winner shortly afterwards!

Exit Poll reaction: On course to lose so many seats the Conservatives might be downgraded from a party to a gathering

The BBC wrote up the WATO debate I was involved with on VAT and private schools. bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c1dd…

#Localgov pay 2024 Following the National Employers’ full & final pay offer, the unions will consult their members in June & July. UNISON and Unite are recommending to reject the offer and GMB will consult without making a recommendation Updates here buff.ly/3MNMsGj

Wonderful opportunity for an experienced SBM. Give the school website a look to learn more about the school and this fantastic opportunity - thelinkschool.co.uk Closing date - 23.6.24