Fiona Montgomery
@fionamont21.bsky.social
Avmo. Mum/Gran/Great Gran :-) Feminist Journalist Trade Unionist. UK shld sign #nuclearban
@nuclearban
My short memoir extract in Fish Anthology 2018. fishpublishing.com/fish-books/
Never Give Up Girl by Jacky Fleming https://www.jackyfleming.co.uk/
@nuclearban
My short memoir extract in Fish Anthology 2018. fishpublishing.com/fish-books/
Never Give Up Girl by Jacky Fleming https://www.jackyfleming.co.uk/
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Such a sharp, well-written piece with a last line that takes your breath away. www.theguardian.com/football/202...
Raheem Sterling’s bleak tale a reminder of absurd path young footballers face | Jonathan Liew
The winger was one of the first big-money academy transfers, part of a child labour market that has barely been questioned
www.theguardian.com
September 17, 2026 at 2:47 PM
Such a sharp, well-written piece with a last line that takes your breath away. www.theguardian.com/football/202...
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Joint statement from UNISON Scotland Convenor Mark Ferguson & Deputy Convenor Louise Noble following Motion 17 at #TUC2026.
All members’ voices must be heard.
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All members’ voices must be heard.
Read more 👇
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September 17, 2026 at 12:18 PM
Joint statement from UNISON Scotland Convenor Mark Ferguson & Deputy Convenor Louise Noble following Motion 17 at #TUC2026.
All members’ voices must be heard.
Read more 👇
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All members’ voices must be heard.
Read more 👇
www.facebook.com/share/p/1Hos...
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UNISON general secretary Andrea Egan hits out at “wall of silence” as home secretary Shabana Mahmood refuses to meet with the union over concerns about immigration reforms.
www.politicshome.com/news/article...
www.politicshome.com/news/article...
Unison Head Hits Out At “Wall Of Silence” From Shabana Mahmood Over Immigration Changes
Exclusive: Unison general secretary Andrea Egan has accused Shabana Mahmood of putting up a “wall of silence” by refusing to meet with the union ra...
www.politicshome.com
September 16, 2026 at 10:06 AM
UNISON general secretary Andrea Egan hits out at “wall of silence” as home secretary Shabana Mahmood refuses to meet with the union over concerns about immigration reforms.
www.politicshome.com/news/article...
www.politicshome.com/news/article...
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“At a time when artificial intelligence and robotics will radically transform our economy, it is imperative that the financial gains from this new technology benefit working families, not just a handful of billionaires and corporate CEOs”
- Sen. Bernie Sanders
- Sen. Bernie Sanders
September 16, 2026 at 7:46 AM
“At a time when artificial intelligence and robotics will radically transform our economy, it is imperative that the financial gains from this new technology benefit working families, not just a handful of billionaires and corporate CEOs”
- Sen. Bernie Sanders
- Sen. Bernie Sanders
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Ed Sheeran's tour bus.
September 15, 2026 at 9:28 PM
Ed Sheeran's tour bus.
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Ed Sheeran's tour of North and South America was plunged into chaos when four of his supporting acts quit in solidarity with the rapper Macklemore, who was dropped for making pro-Palestinian comments. n.pr/4gZRq0A
Ed Sheeran's tour in trouble after opening acts drop out in solidarity with rapper Macklemore
Ed Sheeran's tour of North and South America was plunged into chaos when four of his supporting acts quit in solidarity with the rapper Macklemore, who was dropped for making pro-Palestinian comments.
n.pr
September 16, 2026 at 7:19 AM
Ed Sheeran's tour of North and South America was plunged into chaos when four of his supporting acts quit in solidarity with the rapper Macklemore, who was dropped for making pro-Palestinian comments. n.pr/4gZRq0A
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If you’re working at the intersection of public policy, green industrial strategy, finance and economic transformation, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply here by 25 Sep 2026: www.ucl.ac.uk/work-at-ucl/...
Apply here by 25 Sep 2026: www.ucl.ac.uk/work-at-ucl/...
UCL – University College London
UCL is consistently ranked as one of the top ten universities in the world (QS World University Rankings 2010-2022) and is No.2 in the UK for research power (Research Excellence Framework 2021).
www.ucl.ac.uk
September 15, 2026 at 9:01 AM
If you’re working at the intersection of public policy, green industrial strategy, finance and economic transformation, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply here by 25 Sep 2026: www.ucl.ac.uk/work-at-ucl/...
Apply here by 25 Sep 2026: www.ucl.ac.uk/work-at-ucl/...
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We’re hiring a Policy Fellow in Green Industrial Strategy & Green Finance at @iipp-ucl.bsky.social !
September 15, 2026 at 9:01 AM
We’re hiring a Policy Fellow in Green Industrial Strategy & Green Finance at @iipp-ucl.bsky.social !
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The documentary "NAZA," in which Israeli military insiders describe what they call the systemic killing of Palestinian civilians in Gaza, received a 25-minute standing ovation — the longest on record. n.pr/3SZZfLO
Venice Film Festival ends with Golden Lion at stake after 'NAZA' draws record ovation
The documentary "NAZA," in which Israeli military insiders describe what they call the systemic killing of Palestinian civilians in Gaza, received a 25-minute standing ovation — the longest on record.
n.pr
September 12, 2026 at 8:09 AM
The documentary "NAZA," in which Israeli military insiders describe what they call the systemic killing of Palestinian civilians in Gaza, received a 25-minute standing ovation — the longest on record. n.pr/3SZZfLO
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25 years ago, terrorists killed nearly 3,000 people, including 2,753 New Yorkers.
As we remember that terrible day, let us also remember the first responders, office workers and strangers who ran toward danger to help each other.
As we remember that terrible day, let us also remember the first responders, office workers and strangers who ran toward danger to help each other.
September 11, 2026 at 10:06 AM
25 years ago, terrorists killed nearly 3,000 people, including 2,753 New Yorkers.
As we remember that terrible day, let us also remember the first responders, office workers and strangers who ran toward danger to help each other.
As we remember that terrible day, let us also remember the first responders, office workers and strangers who ran toward danger to help each other.
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There's no right or wrong way to respond to rape – so whatever you do next is completely up to you.
Talking to someone who understands, who will listen and believe you, can make you feel less alone.
Whatever you decide to do next though, we are here for you. 💜
Talking to someone who understands, who will listen and believe you, can make you feel less alone.
Whatever you decide to do next though, we are here for you. 💜
September 8, 2026 at 1:06 PM
There's no right or wrong way to respond to rape – so whatever you do next is completely up to you.
Talking to someone who understands, who will listen and believe you, can make you feel less alone.
Whatever you decide to do next though, we are here for you. 💜
Talking to someone who understands, who will listen and believe you, can make you feel less alone.
Whatever you decide to do next though, we are here for you. 💜
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45 years of denial. We can't say we weren't warned. 🗿🗿
In the 1980s when climate scientists started warning us about the dangers of climate change, my Foundation began to fund education efforts to promote solutions highlighting renewable energy policies. Great strides have been made but too many governments continue to rely and promote fossil fuels.
September 8, 2026 at 10:12 AM
45 years of denial. We can't say we weren't warned. 🗿🗿
My Substack essay on Gloria Steinem's moving essay about her mother, Ruth's Song (Because She Could Not Sing It) & Joan Barfoot’s re-issued ‘neglected feminist classic’ Gaining Ground. Covering mother/daughter themes incl #MotherlessDaughters, feminism & mental health. substack.com/@fionamontgo...
Gaining Ground – and Singing Our Own Songs
Motherless daughters, Gloria Steinem and Joan Barfoot’s re-issued ‘neglected feminist classic’
substack.com
September 7, 2026 at 8:12 PM
My Substack essay on Gloria Steinem's moving essay about her mother, Ruth's Song (Because She Could Not Sing It) & Joan Barfoot’s re-issued ‘neglected feminist classic’ Gaining Ground. Covering mother/daughter themes incl #MotherlessDaughters, feminism & mental health. substack.com/@fionamontgo...
Care Inspectorate: report makes series of recs "to strengthen national understanding of the harmful nature of group-based sexual abuse & exploitation of children & young people"
Needs "strong & sustained collab across all sectors, incl social work services, justice, health & education" #VAWG #CSA
Needs "strong & sustained collab across all sectors, incl social work services, justice, health & education" #VAWG #CSA
There is “no reliable picture” of the scale of group-based child sexual abuse and exploitation in Scotland, a review has found www.holyrood.com/news/view,no...
‘No reliable picture’ of group-based child abuse in Scotland, review finds
Mairi McAllan says government will 'work urgently' on change
www.holyrood.com
September 3, 2026 at 10:14 AM
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It was never your fault.
It doesn't matter if the perpetrator was a family member or someone you knew and trusted.
What matters is that you are not to blame for the sexual abuse you were subjected to.
And we are here for you 💜
It doesn't matter if the perpetrator was a family member or someone you knew and trusted.
What matters is that you are not to blame for the sexual abuse you were subjected to.
And we are here for you 💜
September 2, 2026 at 12:00 PM
It was never your fault.
It doesn't matter if the perpetrator was a family member or someone you knew and trusted.
What matters is that you are not to blame for the sexual abuse you were subjected to.
And we are here for you 💜
It doesn't matter if the perpetrator was a family member or someone you knew and trusted.
What matters is that you are not to blame for the sexual abuse you were subjected to.
And we are here for you 💜
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When touching someone’s throat, it can only take the pressure of a handshake to cause serious injury, unconsciousness or death.
September 2, 2026 at 6:33 AM
When touching someone’s throat, it can only take the pressure of a handshake to cause serious injury, unconsciousness or death.
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“This level of criminality shows that water companies do not believe they [the regulator], or the government, will ever do anything meaningful to stop them.” www.theguardian.com/business/202...
Dry weather sewage discharges soar as water companies face scrutiny
Exclusive: 7,280 suspected illegal spills in rivers and sea recorded in first five months of 2026
www.theguardian.com
September 1, 2026 at 4:22 PM
“This level of criminality shows that water companies do not believe they [the regulator], or the government, will ever do anything meaningful to stop them.” www.theguardian.com/business/202...
'treatment has sometimes been inappropriate, while people have been re-traumatised by the experience of repeated assessments & history-taking & not always being believed.
'... this was not just a failing of psychiatrists, but the whole mental health system.' #VAWG
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
'... this was not just a failing of psychiatrists, but the whole mental health system.' #VAWG
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
NHS failing child sexual abuse victims, say psychiatrists
There have been decades of mistreatment and mismanagement of those who seek help later in life, say experts in a new, damning report.
www.bbc.co.uk
August 26, 2026 at 10:26 AM
'treatment has sometimes been inappropriate, while people have been re-traumatised by the experience of repeated assessments & history-taking & not always being believed.
'... this was not just a failing of psychiatrists, but the whole mental health system.' #VAWG
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
'... this was not just a failing of psychiatrists, but the whole mental health system.' #VAWG
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
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The area affected by the Cairngorms fire, as seen from Meall a Bhuachaille summit this evening, showing the extent of the burnt area.
Meall a' Bhuachaille is open via the route from Glenmore - but not from the Ryvoan side, which remains off-limits at the moment.
Meall a' Bhuachaille is open via the route from Glenmore - but not from the Ryvoan side, which remains off-limits at the moment.
August 25, 2026 at 7:40 PM
The area affected by the Cairngorms fire, as seen from Meall a Bhuachaille summit this evening, showing the extent of the burnt area.
Meall a' Bhuachaille is open via the route from Glenmore - but not from the Ryvoan side, which remains off-limits at the moment.
Meall a' Bhuachaille is open via the route from Glenmore - but not from the Ryvoan side, which remains off-limits at the moment.
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REMINDER: We are hosting a public webinar on our latest publications today Wednesday 26 August from 12:00 to 13:00. You can register for this online event here: bit.ly/4zBiY51
August 26, 2026 at 9:03 AM
REMINDER: We are hosting a public webinar on our latest publications today Wednesday 26 August from 12:00 to 13:00. You can register for this online event here: bit.ly/4zBiY51
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Heatwaves are no longer rare.
They’re the new normal — and they’re killing people, crops, and hope.
Climate change isn’t coming.
It’s already here, and it’s accelerating.
#ExtremeHeat #ClimateEmergency
They’re the new normal — and they’re killing people, crops, and hope.
Climate change isn’t coming.
It’s already here, and it’s accelerating.
#ExtremeHeat #ClimateEmergency
August 26, 2026 at 5:47 AM
Heatwaves are no longer rare.
They’re the new normal — and they’re killing people, crops, and hope.
Climate change isn’t coming.
It’s already here, and it’s accelerating.
#ExtremeHeat #ClimateEmergency
They’re the new normal — and they’re killing people, crops, and hope.
Climate change isn’t coming.
It’s already here, and it’s accelerating.
#ExtremeHeat #ClimateEmergency
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The Library is devastated to learn of the passing of Dolly Parton, a music legend and titan of children's literacy. Her Imagination Library program has earned multiple Library Literacy Awards and, in 2018, she visited us to donate its 100 millionth book to our collection and host a story time. 🦋❤️
August 25, 2026 at 7:09 PM
The Library is devastated to learn of the passing of Dolly Parton, a music legend and titan of children's literacy. Her Imagination Library program has earned multiple Library Literacy Awards and, in 2018, she visited us to donate its 100 millionth book to our collection and host a story time. 🦋❤️
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Great catching up with Julie from Tartan Talkers today. 💜💚
Services supporting men to talk and connect are vital. We’re proud to promote their work alongside our Men’s Space events.
Find out more 👇
fifehealth.unison.site/the-mens-spa...
Services supporting men to talk and connect are vital. We’re proud to promote their work alongside our Men’s Space events.
Find out more 👇
fifehealth.unison.site/the-mens-spa...
August 26, 2026 at 10:08 AM
Great catching up with Julie from Tartan Talkers today. 💜💚
Services supporting men to talk and connect are vital. We’re proud to promote their work alongside our Men’s Space events.
Find out more 👇
fifehealth.unison.site/the-mens-spa...
Services supporting men to talk and connect are vital. We’re proud to promote their work alongside our Men’s Space events.
Find out more 👇
fifehealth.unison.site/the-mens-spa...
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Best seat in the house? At Toppings Bookshop, Edinburgh, with free tea, my Jenni Fagan book, and a view of Calton Hill…
March 30, 2026 at 1:48 PM
Best seat in the house? At Toppings Bookshop, Edinburgh, with free tea, my Jenni Fagan book, and a view of Calton Hill…