Gerry Mitchell
@gerrymitchell.bsky.social
Researcher. Co-author @brisunipress.bsky.social #UncomfortablyOff. Co-direct @canalsidefridge.bsky.social
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@mvmnorthwestsurrey.bsky.social supporters make the call to #WakeUpWesminster ! at Sean Henry's 'Catafalque (Lying Man)' sculpture in Woking.
The UK has a dysfunctional 2-party voting system in a multi-party landscape. We need to @makevotesmatter.bsky.social and @appgfairelections.bsky.social
The UK has a dysfunctional 2-party voting system in a multi-party landscape. We need to @makevotesmatter.bsky.social and @appgfairelections.bsky.social
June 13, 2026 at 2:52 PM
@mvmnorthwestsurrey.bsky.social supporters make the call to #WakeUpWesminster ! at Sean Henry's 'Catafalque (Lying Man)' sculpture in Woking.
The UK has a dysfunctional 2-party voting system in a multi-party landscape. We need to @makevotesmatter.bsky.social and @appgfairelections.bsky.social
The UK has a dysfunctional 2-party voting system in a multi-party landscape. We need to @makevotesmatter.bsky.social and @appgfairelections.bsky.social
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🍻Lovely to spend time with @makevotesmatter.bsky.social supporters for a #Pints4PR get together last night.🍻
✅ Plans made to:
⏰ #WakeUpWestminster ⏰
We need proportional representation NOW!
Start with establishing a National Commission on Electoral Reform
@appgfairelections.bsky.social
✅ Plans made to:
⏰ #WakeUpWestminster ⏰
We need proportional representation NOW!
Start with establishing a National Commission on Electoral Reform
@appgfairelections.bsky.social
May 29, 2026 at 4:56 AM
🍻Lovely to spend time with @makevotesmatter.bsky.social supporters for a #Pints4PR get together last night.🍻
✅ Plans made to:
⏰ #WakeUpWestminster ⏰
We need proportional representation NOW!
Start with establishing a National Commission on Electoral Reform
@appgfairelections.bsky.social
✅ Plans made to:
⏰ #WakeUpWestminster ⏰
We need proportional representation NOW!
Start with establishing a National Commission on Electoral Reform
@appgfairelections.bsky.social
SEND’s under intense political pressure so it’s vital we don’t lose sight of families already least well served by the system.
Let’s keep their need for trusted & accessible support & SEND legal advice front & central.
www.ipsea.org.uk/blog/breakin...
🙏 @spcialndsjungle.bsky.social
Let’s keep their need for trusted & accessible support & SEND legal advice front & central.
www.ipsea.org.uk/blog/breakin...
🙏 @spcialndsjungle.bsky.social
Breaking barriers – addressing inequalities and improving access to SEND legal advice for under-served communities
Our research shows persistent inequalities in access to SEND provision and legal advice for children, young people and families from under-served communities
www.ipsea.org.uk
May 13, 2026 at 6:28 PM
SEND’s under intense political pressure so it’s vital we don’t lose sight of families already least well served by the system.
Let’s keep their need for trusted & accessible support & SEND legal advice front & central.
www.ipsea.org.uk/blog/breakin...
🙏 @spcialndsjungle.bsky.social
Let’s keep their need for trusted & accessible support & SEND legal advice front & central.
www.ipsea.org.uk/blog/breakin...
🙏 @spcialndsjungle.bsky.social
Reform will fumble — the only silver lining is winning now instead of 2029 www.thecanary.co/uk/2026/05/1...
Reform will fumble — the only silver lining is winning now instead of 2029
The best anti-Reform propaganda is watching Reform in power. So maybe this in fact may be a blessing in disguise
www.thecanary.co
May 10, 2026 at 7:22 PM
Reform will fumble — the only silver lining is winning now instead of 2029 www.thecanary.co/uk/2026/05/1...
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"The people of Hackney own Hackney and its time to take it back. That's why one of my first acts is to do a full investigation into who owns.. its buildings, its land, to begin getting these spaces back to the communities.. to get the basics right"
Great speech by @zoegarbett.bsky.social
Great speech by @zoegarbett.bsky.social
May 8, 2026 at 11:19 AM
"The people of Hackney own Hackney and its time to take it back. That's why one of my first acts is to do a full investigation into who owns.. its buildings, its land, to begin getting these spaces back to the communities.. to get the basics right"
Great speech by @zoegarbett.bsky.social
Great speech by @zoegarbett.bsky.social
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"Are you really still the Green party?"
@zackpolanski.bsky.social : "You can't separate the environment from inequality" 🎯
@zackpolanski.bsky.social : "You can't separate the environment from inequality" 🎯
May 8, 2026 at 12:00 PM
"Are you really still the Green party?"
@zackpolanski.bsky.social : "You can't separate the environment from inequality" 🎯
@zackpolanski.bsky.social : "You can't separate the environment from inequality" 🎯
A panel of UN-appointed experts has issued the most powerful call yet for a shift away from GDP.
They propose a set of #BeyondGDP indicators that countries can use, starting today.
The recommendations are feasible and can be game-changing.
📩 Read our press release: zoe-institut.de/en/news/glob...
They propose a set of #BeyondGDP indicators that countries can use, starting today.
The recommendations are feasible and can be game-changing.
📩 Read our press release: zoe-institut.de/en/news/glob...
May 9, 2026 at 7:06 AM
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Calls for voting system change are all over the media today. 💯💯💯
"Before a vote is counted, this much we know. The ever more random roulette wheel of our voting system will produce wildly odd winners and losers."
@pollytoynbee.bsky.social 👇
www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
"Before a vote is counted, this much we know. The ever more random roulette wheel of our voting system will produce wildly odd winners and losers."
@pollytoynbee.bsky.social 👇
www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
Whoever wins today’s elections, democracy is the loser under first past the post | Polly Toynbee
This outdated system is destroying trust in politics. It’s time for Labour to follow Wales and Scotland’s example and introduce PR in the UK, says Guardian columnist Polly Toynbee
www.theguardian.com
May 7, 2026 at 6:51 PM
Calls for voting system change are all over the media today. 💯💯💯
"Before a vote is counted, this much we know. The ever more random roulette wheel of our voting system will produce wildly odd winners and losers."
@pollytoynbee.bsky.social 👇
www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
"Before a vote is counted, this much we know. The ever more random roulette wheel of our voting system will produce wildly odd winners and losers."
@pollytoynbee.bsky.social 👇
www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
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Sorcha Eastwood with a Q for the PM "What was it about the twice disgraced paedophile adjacent self styled prince of darkness that you found so attractive to put into this job?"
Starmer is the frontman for a faction Mandelson was a key part of, he wanted the job, so he got it
Starmer is the frontman for a faction Mandelson was a key part of, he wanted the job, so he got it
April 21, 2026 at 3:46 PM
Sorcha Eastwood with a Q for the PM "What was it about the twice disgraced paedophile adjacent self styled prince of darkness that you found so attractive to put into this job?"
Starmer is the frontman for a faction Mandelson was a key part of, he wanted the job, so he got it
Starmer is the frontman for a faction Mandelson was a key part of, he wanted the job, so he got it
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The latest Global Sumud Flotilla has set sail from Barcelona to break Israels illegal siege of Gaza.
The UK govt loves to demand freedom of navigation in the strait of Hormuz but when it comes to Israels maritime blockade of Gaza they don't say anything.
The UK govt loves to demand freedom of navigation in the strait of Hormuz but when it comes to Israels maritime blockade of Gaza they don't say anything.
April 13, 2026 at 6:57 AM
The latest Global Sumud Flotilla has set sail from Barcelona to break Israels illegal siege of Gaza.
The UK govt loves to demand freedom of navigation in the strait of Hormuz but when it comes to Israels maritime blockade of Gaza they don't say anything.
The UK govt loves to demand freedom of navigation in the strait of Hormuz but when it comes to Israels maritime blockade of Gaza they don't say anything.
And it is the same here.
@zohrankmamdani.bsky.social : "The only real majority.. is that of the working class, & too many working class New Yorkers, working class Americans, do not see themselves & their struggles at the heart of our politics"
From an interview with Richard Gaisford (formerly of #GMB!)
From an interview with Richard Gaisford (formerly of #GMB!)
April 12, 2026 at 9:34 AM
And it is the same here.
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@zohrankmamdani.bsky.social : "The only real majority.. is that of the working class, & too many working class New Yorkers, working class Americans, do not see themselves & their struggles at the heart of our politics"
From an interview with Richard Gaisford (formerly of #GMB!)
From an interview with Richard Gaisford (formerly of #GMB!)
April 10, 2026 at 7:13 AM
@zohrankmamdani.bsky.social : "The only real majority.. is that of the working class, & too many working class New Yorkers, working class Americans, do not see themselves & their struggles at the heart of our politics"
From an interview with Richard Gaisford (formerly of #GMB!)
From an interview with Richard Gaisford (formerly of #GMB!)
Really good summary from @9000lives.org of some of the most important changes that the SEND sector must make - at pace - if it is to have any hope of being more equitable. 🙏
@spcialndsjungle.bsky.social @suttontrust.bsky.social @edupolicyinst.bsky.social
@johnharris1969.bsky.social
#SEND #SEN
@spcialndsjungle.bsky.social @suttontrust.bsky.social @edupolicyinst.bsky.social
@johnharris1969.bsky.social
#SEND #SEN
🚨 New IPSEA research on SEND support for disadvantaged families: Breaking Barriers.
Dr Mitchell's interviews included:
⚪️ Barnardo's
⚪️ Youth Justice
⚪️ Adoption UK
⚪️ Black Child SEND.
Three findings 🧵1/5
Dr Mitchell's interviews included:
⚪️ Barnardo's
⚪️ Youth Justice
⚪️ Adoption UK
⚪️ Black Child SEND.
Three findings 🧵1/5
New report: Breaking barriers – addressing inequalities and improving access to SEND legal advice for under-served communities
Our research shows persistent inequalities in access to SEND provision and legal advice for children, young people and families from under-served communities
www.ipsea.org.uk
April 6, 2026 at 2:07 PM
Really good summary from @9000lives.org of some of the most important changes that the SEND sector must make - at pace - if it is to have any hope of being more equitable. 🙏
@spcialndsjungle.bsky.social @suttontrust.bsky.social @edupolicyinst.bsky.social
@johnharris1969.bsky.social
#SEND #SEN
@spcialndsjungle.bsky.social @suttontrust.bsky.social @edupolicyinst.bsky.social
@johnharris1969.bsky.social
#SEND #SEN
@zackpolanski.bsky.social doesn’t rise to lazy line of questioning we’ve come to expect in legacy media. This is the deliberative leadership we need to revive our democracy.
www.instagram.com/reel/DWKl_aq...
www.instagram.com/reel/DWKl_aq...
implausibleblog on Instagram: "Powerful interview with Zack Polanski where he talks about his Jewish heritage and is proud to be JewishAt the same time is critica…"
Powerful interview with Zack Polanski where he talks about his Jewish heritage and is proud to be JewishAt the same time is critical of Israel saying they've engaged in a genocide against the Palestinians Zack Polanski repeatedly knocks back Nick Robinson who tries to trip him up
www.instagram.com
March 22, 2026 at 1:26 PM
@zackpolanski.bsky.social doesn’t rise to lazy line of questioning we’ve come to expect in legacy media. This is the deliberative leadership we need to revive our democracy.
www.instagram.com/reel/DWKl_aq...
www.instagram.com/reel/DWKl_aq...
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Really interesting interview with James Hunt, father of two autistic sons. I hadn't come across him before, but my daughter says she's been following him on Insta for ages! Thank you, @johnharris1969.bsky.social
www.theguardian.com/society/2026...
www.theguardian.com/society/2026...
Life with my autistic sons: ‘How do you explain all the worries, the sleepless nights?’
When James Hunt began posting about his boys online, it was a way to describe the emotions and experiences of their extraordinary lives. In sharing his family’s joy and struggles, he realised they wer...
www.theguardian.com
March 12, 2026 at 2:47 PM
Really interesting interview with James Hunt, father of two autistic sons. I hadn't come across him before, but my daughter says she's been following him on Insta for ages! Thank you, @johnharris1969.bsky.social
www.theguardian.com/society/2026...
www.theguardian.com/society/2026...
Really pleased to see my research for IPSEA published today.
Structural inequalities shape access to SEND provision.
If sectoral reform doesn’t take that seriously, inequalities won’t reduce — they’ll deepen.
www.ipsea.org.uk/news/breakin...
Structural inequalities shape access to SEND provision.
If sectoral reform doesn’t take that seriously, inequalities won’t reduce — they’ll deepen.
www.ipsea.org.uk/news/breakin...
New report: Breaking barriers – addressing inequalities and improving access to SEND legal advice for under-served communities
Our research shows persistent inequalities in access to SEND provision and legal advice for children, young people and families from under-served communities
www.ipsea.org.uk
March 17, 2026 at 8:09 PM
Really pleased to see my research for IPSEA published today.
Structural inequalities shape access to SEND provision.
If sectoral reform doesn’t take that seriously, inequalities won’t reduce — they’ll deepen.
www.ipsea.org.uk/news/breakin...
Structural inequalities shape access to SEND provision.
If sectoral reform doesn’t take that seriously, inequalities won’t reduce — they’ll deepen.
www.ipsea.org.uk/news/breakin...
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In light of recent scandals, the fight for gender equality is more important than ever. Here's how you can make a change this IWD | Tessa Woodward
How to celebrate International Women’s Day 2026
In light of recent scandals, the fight for gender equality is more important than ever. Here's how you can make a change this IWD
kentandsurreybylines.co.uk
March 8, 2026 at 10:01 AM
In light of recent scandals, the fight for gender equality is more important than ever. Here's how you can make a change this IWD | Tessa Woodward
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Why do we keep shielding powerful men, like Epstein, while depending on the unpaid or low-paid work of women? | Gerry Mitchell
Pizza Express, elite power, and the women who pay the price
Why do we keep shielding powerful men, like Epstein, while depending on the unpaid or low-paid work of women?
kentandsurreybylines.co.uk
March 6, 2026 at 6:30 PM
Why do we keep shielding powerful men, like Epstein, while depending on the unpaid or low-paid work of women? | Gerry Mitchell
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The Epstein files: listen to the women
As we approach International Women’s Day, the androcentric handling of the Epstein files spotlights how badly we are still failing women and girls
westenglandbylines.co.uk/politics/equ...
As we approach International Women’s Day, the androcentric handling of the Epstein files spotlights how badly we are still failing women and girls
westenglandbylines.co.uk/politics/equ...
The Epstein files: listen to the women
As we approach International Women’s Day, the androcentric handling of the Epstein files spotlights how badly we are still failing women and girls
westenglandbylines.co.uk
March 7, 2026 at 8:49 AM
The Epstein files: listen to the women
As we approach International Women’s Day, the androcentric handling of the Epstein files spotlights how badly we are still failing women and girls
westenglandbylines.co.uk/politics/equ...
As we approach International Women’s Day, the androcentric handling of the Epstein files spotlights how badly we are still failing women and girls
westenglandbylines.co.uk/politics/equ...
With #InternationalWomensDay tomorrow:
If our economy depends so heavily on women’s labour,
why do our institutions continue to favour and legitimise wealthy men? 🤨
More on this 👇
#WealthTax #EconomicJustice
If our economy depends so heavily on women’s labour,
why do our institutions continue to favour and legitimise wealthy men? 🤨
#WealthTax #EconomicJustice
March 7, 2026 at 7:19 AM
With #InternationalWomensDay tomorrow:
If our economy depends so heavily on women’s labour,
why do our institutions continue to favour and legitimise wealthy men? 🤨
More on this 👇
#WealthTax #EconomicJustice
If our economy depends so heavily on women’s labour,
why do our institutions continue to favour and legitimise wealthy men? 🤨
#WealthTax #EconomicJustice
Feargal Sharkey is brilliant. Give it a listen.
Govt are paralysed by fear and forgetting that we are a democracy and their first obligation is to us, the electorate. 🙏 @zackpolanski.bsky.social @boldpolitics.bsky.social
Govt are paralysed by fear and forgetting that we are a democracy and their first obligation is to us, the electorate. 🙏 @zackpolanski.bsky.social @boldpolitics.bsky.social
Labour could bring back our water into public hands but they care more about investors than they do about you
March 6, 2026 at 11:00 AM
Feargal Sharkey is brilliant. Give it a listen.
Govt are paralysed by fear and forgetting that we are a democracy and their first obligation is to us, the electorate. 🙏 @zackpolanski.bsky.social @boldpolitics.bsky.social
Govt are paralysed by fear and forgetting that we are a democracy and their first obligation is to us, the electorate. 🙏 @zackpolanski.bsky.social @boldpolitics.bsky.social
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Of course not… there is no great thought or Intellect behind the invasion of Iran… only greed for oil, diversion from Genocide and Epstein shame!!
www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026...
www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026...
Trump’s unprovoked attack on Iran has no legal mandate and no clear objective
US president violates UN charter just days into the Board of Peace era, and chooses to take the biggest gamble of his administration
www.theguardian.com
February 28, 2026 at 12:38 PM
Of course not… there is no great thought or Intellect behind the invasion of Iran… only greed for oil, diversion from Genocide and Epstein shame!!
www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026...
www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026...
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The Green Party backing public ownership 👇
👏👏👏
82% want publicly owned water 💧
71% want publicly owned energy 💡
66% want publicly owned buses 🚌
87% want a publicly owned NHS 🏥
76% want publicly owned rail 🚄
75% want a publicly owned Royal Mail 📮
👏👏👏
82% want publicly owned water 💧
71% want publicly owned energy 💡
66% want publicly owned buses 🚌
87% want a publicly owned NHS 🏥
76% want publicly owned rail 🚄
75% want a publicly owned Royal Mail 📮
Something the Government want you to forget...
February 20, 2026 at 11:56 AM
The Green Party backing public ownership 👇
👏👏👏
82% want publicly owned water 💧
71% want publicly owned energy 💡
66% want publicly owned buses 🚌
87% want a publicly owned NHS 🏥
76% want publicly owned rail 🚄
75% want a publicly owned Royal Mail 📮
👏👏👏
82% want publicly owned water 💧
71% want publicly owned energy 💡
66% want publicly owned buses 🚌
87% want a publicly owned NHS 🏥
76% want publicly owned rail 🚄
75% want a publicly owned Royal Mail 📮
If only @stefanrenner.bsky.social would give our Prime Minister, his Cabinet, the royals and much of the legacy media a lesson in moral integrity and courage in public life. @novaramedia.com
Kathy (@parislychee)
This is absolutely legendary! ❤️🔥
This Swiss commentator has balls of steel. While the Israeli bobsleigh team was racing, he kept reminding viewers of the war crimes the pilot has openly supported.
substack.com
February 21, 2026 at 1:30 PM
If only @stefanrenner.bsky.social would give our Prime Minister, his Cabinet, the royals and much of the legacy media a lesson in moral integrity and courage in public life. @novaramedia.com