Vince Barry-Stanners
@vbarrystanners.bsky.social
Cooperate and we can change the world 🌍
I'm excited to be travelling down to Bournemouth today to join colleagues from the Co-operative Councils' Innovation Network (CCIN) at @local.gov.uk Conference.
Find me on the @coopcouncils.bsky.social stand at Booth P10 where you can also pick up a copy of our latest Case Study Pack
Find me on the @coopcouncils.bsky.social stand at Booth P10 where you can also pick up a copy of our latest Case Study Pack
July 7, 2026 at 8:56 AM
I'm excited to be travelling down to Bournemouth today to join colleagues from the Co-operative Councils' Innovation Network (CCIN) at @local.gov.uk Conference.
Find me on the @coopcouncils.bsky.social stand at Booth P10 where you can also pick up a copy of our latest Case Study Pack
Find me on the @coopcouncils.bsky.social stand at Booth P10 where you can also pick up a copy of our latest Case Study Pack
What a lovely evening it was for a 10k walk!
Between 1st July and 30th September you might see me out and about in the area as I take on the #1MillionSteps Challenge to raise money for Diabetes UK.
You can donate at: step.diabetes.org.uk/fundraising/...
Between 1st July and 30th September you might see me out and about in the area as I take on the #1MillionSteps Challenge to raise money for Diabetes UK.
You can donate at: step.diabetes.org.uk/fundraising/...
July 4, 2026 at 9:27 PM
What a lovely evening it was for a 10k walk!
Between 1st July and 30th September you might see me out and about in the area as I take on the #1MillionSteps Challenge to raise money for Diabetes UK.
You can donate at: step.diabetes.org.uk/fundraising/...
Between 1st July and 30th September you might see me out and about in the area as I take on the #1MillionSteps Challenge to raise money for Diabetes UK.
You can donate at: step.diabetes.org.uk/fundraising/...
#1MillionSteps Challenge for Diabetes UK update:
Today I've completed two long walks, been moving a lot more inside the house and have managed just short of 12,000 Steps.
Yo donate to my fundraiser please visit: step.diabetes.org.uk/fundraising/...
Today I've completed two long walks, been moving a lot more inside the house and have managed just short of 12,000 Steps.
Yo donate to my fundraiser please visit: step.diabetes.org.uk/fundraising/...
Vince's Diabetes UK 1 Million Step Challenge
I'm taking on the One Million Steps Challenge and raising money for Diabetes UK
step.diabetes.org.uk
July 3, 2026 at 7:32 PM
#1MillionSteps Challenge for Diabetes UK update:
Today I've completed two long walks, been moving a lot more inside the house and have managed just short of 12,000 Steps.
Yo donate to my fundraiser please visit: step.diabetes.org.uk/fundraising/...
Today I've completed two long walks, been moving a lot more inside the house and have managed just short of 12,000 Steps.
Yo donate to my fundraiser please visit: step.diabetes.org.uk/fundraising/...
What do you do when you can't sleep? Well get on the treadmill to get more steps in for the Diabetes UK #1MillionStepChallenge of course!
Did 4,131 steps on the treadmill whilst watching the first half of the #WorldCup 🇵🇹 v 🇭🇷 game.
You can donate at donate.justgiving.com/fundraising/...
Did 4,131 steps on the treadmill whilst watching the first half of the #WorldCup 🇵🇹 v 🇭🇷 game.
You can donate at donate.justgiving.com/fundraising/...
July 3, 2026 at 12:51 AM
What do you do when you can't sleep? Well get on the treadmill to get more steps in for the Diabetes UK #1MillionStepChallenge of course!
Did 4,131 steps on the treadmill whilst watching the first half of the #WorldCup 🇵🇹 v 🇭🇷 game.
You can donate at donate.justgiving.com/fundraising/...
Did 4,131 steps on the treadmill whilst watching the first half of the #WorldCup 🇵🇹 v 🇭🇷 game.
You can donate at donate.justgiving.com/fundraising/...
This summer @sbarrystanners.bsky.social taking on the '1 Million Step Challenge' to raise money for @diabetesuk.bsky.social
To donate scan the QR Code or visit step.diabetes.org.uk/fundraising/...
#OneMillionStepChallenge
#DiabetesUKStepChallenge
To donate scan the QR Code or visit step.diabetes.org.uk/fundraising/...
#OneMillionStepChallenge
#DiabetesUKStepChallenge
Vince's Diabetes UK 1 Million Step Challenge
I'm taking on the One Million Steps Challenge and raising money for Diabetes UK
step.diabetes.org.uk
June 26, 2026 at 7:51 PM
This summer @sbarrystanners.bsky.social taking on the '1 Million Step Challenge' to raise money for @diabetesuk.bsky.social
To donate scan the QR Code or visit step.diabetes.org.uk/fundraising/...
#OneMillionStepChallenge
#DiabetesUKStepChallenge
To donate scan the QR Code or visit step.diabetes.org.uk/fundraising/...
#OneMillionStepChallenge
#DiabetesUKStepChallenge
Statement on election results in Denton & Westerhope (Newcastle upon Tyne).
TLDR; It's been a nasty campaign and one of the Reform candidates behaviour has been appalling.
www.facebook.com/share/p/1JEd...
#LocalElecfions
TLDR; It's been a nasty campaign and one of the Reform candidates behaviour has been appalling.
www.facebook.com/share/p/1JEd...
#LocalElecfions
May 9, 2026 at 5:04 PM
Statement on election results in Denton & Westerhope (Newcastle upon Tyne).
TLDR; It's been a nasty campaign and one of the Reform candidates behaviour has been appalling.
www.facebook.com/share/p/1JEd...
#LocalElecfions
TLDR; It's been a nasty campaign and one of the Reform candidates behaviour has been appalling.
www.facebook.com/share/p/1JEd...
#LocalElecfions
Back out delivering our Denton and Westerhope Voice newsletter to homes in Westerhope this morning and in West Denton this afternoon.
We're working at pace to deliver it to every door in the ward, but if you would rather you can view it online at www.newcastlelabour.org.uk/in-your-area...
We're working at pace to deliver it to every door in the ward, but if you would rather you can view it online at www.newcastlelabour.org.uk/in-your-area...
March 22, 2026 at 7:05 PM
Back out delivering our Denton and Westerhope Voice newsletter to homes in Westerhope this morning and in West Denton this afternoon.
We're working at pace to deliver it to every door in the ward, but if you would rather you can view it online at www.newcastlelabour.org.uk/in-your-area...
We're working at pace to deliver it to every door in the ward, but if you would rather you can view it online at www.newcastlelabour.org.uk/in-your-area...
This was me out delivering leaflets this morning before the #TyneWearDerby
I am noticeably grumpier now :/
I am noticeably grumpier now :/
March 22, 2026 at 3:08 PM
This was me out delivering leaflets this morning before the #TyneWearDerby
I am noticeably grumpier now :/
I am noticeably grumpier now :/
Lovely evening to be delivering our latest Denton and Westerhope Voice newsletter to residents living on the Stock Green Estate. #VoteLabour🌹
March 20, 2026 at 5:48 PM
Lovely evening to be delivering our latest Denton and Westerhope Voice newsletter to residents living on the Stock Green Estate. #VoteLabour🌹
I really do love my community - what a great turnout for the litter pick this morning.
We collected loads of rubbish - with some unique finds being...
A pair of underwear 🩲
A single sock 🧦
A used firework 🧨
An empty wallet 👛
An adult sized coat 🧥
We collected loads of rubbish - with some unique finds being...
A pair of underwear 🩲
A single sock 🧦
A used firework 🧨
An empty wallet 👛
An adult sized coat 🧥
March 16, 2026 at 1:10 PM
I really do love my community - what a great turnout for the litter pick this morning.
We collected loads of rubbish - with some unique finds being...
A pair of underwear 🩲
A single sock 🧦
A used firework 🧨
An empty wallet 👛
An adult sized coat 🧥
We collected loads of rubbish - with some unique finds being...
A pair of underwear 🩲
A single sock 🧦
A used firework 🧨
An empty wallet 👛
An adult sized coat 🧥
Today under the Outer West Community Action banner I've launched my #DontBeATosser campaign - inspired by previous campaigns of the same vein - to try and change culture in my community which is plagued by litter and fly tipping.
March 14, 2026 at 1:53 PM
Today under the Outer West Community Action banner I've launched my #DontBeATosser campaign - inspired by previous campaigns of the same vein - to try and change culture in my community which is plagued by litter and fly tipping.
🙏 I love this community.
This morning I was at Church of the Holy Spirit, Denton helping out at their Sunday JAM Youth Group.
We even had a hand-eye coordination game - which looked too fun not for me to get involved with!
This morning I was at Church of the Holy Spirit, Denton helping out at their Sunday JAM Youth Group.
We even had a hand-eye coordination game - which looked too fun not for me to get involved with!
March 8, 2026 at 7:53 PM
🙏 I love this community.
This morning I was at Church of the Holy Spirit, Denton helping out at their Sunday JAM Youth Group.
We even had a hand-eye coordination game - which looked too fun not for me to get involved with!
This morning I was at Church of the Holy Spirit, Denton helping out at their Sunday JAM Youth Group.
We even had a hand-eye coordination game - which looked too fun not for me to get involved with!
Reposted by Vince Barry-Stanners
How can community power tackle health inequality
Join us on 26 Feb, 12:00–13:30 as CCIN City of Westminster explore practical, people‑led approaches alongside @healthymehealthycommunities.bsky.social @liverpoolcitycouncil.bsky.social @oxfordcitycouncil.bsky.social
www.councils.coop/event/tackli...
Join us on 26 Feb, 12:00–13:30 as CCIN City of Westminster explore practical, people‑led approaches alongside @healthymehealthycommunities.bsky.social @liverpoolcitycouncil.bsky.social @oxfordcitycouncil.bsky.social
www.councils.coop/event/tackli...
February 24, 2026 at 7:06 PM
How can community power tackle health inequality
Join us on 26 Feb, 12:00–13:30 as CCIN City of Westminster explore practical, people‑led approaches alongside @healthymehealthycommunities.bsky.social @liverpoolcitycouncil.bsky.social @oxfordcitycouncil.bsky.social
www.councils.coop/event/tackli...
Join us on 26 Feb, 12:00–13:30 as CCIN City of Westminster explore practical, people‑led approaches alongside @healthymehealthycommunities.bsky.social @liverpoolcitycouncil.bsky.social @oxfordcitycouncil.bsky.social
www.councils.coop/event/tackli...
Back out speaking to residents in Westerhope this morning with Emmanuel and volunteers from the local Labour team.
Lots of positive conversations about the issues impacting our communities and what can practically be done to tackle them.
@nclcentralwest.bsky.social @sbarrystanners.bsky.social
Lots of positive conversations about the issues impacting our communities and what can practically be done to tackle them.
@nclcentralwest.bsky.social @sbarrystanners.bsky.social
February 21, 2026 at 7:32 PM
Back out speaking to residents in Westerhope this morning with Emmanuel and volunteers from the local Labour team.
Lots of positive conversations about the issues impacting our communities and what can practically be done to tackle them.
@nclcentralwest.bsky.social @sbarrystanners.bsky.social
Lots of positive conversations about the issues impacting our communities and what can practically be done to tackle them.
@nclcentralwest.bsky.social @sbarrystanners.bsky.social
Great to be out door knocking in Westerhope with the local Labour team earlier today.
February 14, 2026 at 8:14 PM
Great to be out door knocking in Westerhope with the local Labour team earlier today.
Had a lovely meal at The Jingling Gate earlier roday. Always good to get out supporting local businesses where I can. #ShopLocal
February 14, 2026 at 1:22 PM
Had a lovely meal at The Jingling Gate earlier roday. Always good to get out supporting local businesses where I can. #ShopLocal
Reposted by Vince Barry-Stanners
We're excited to be back for the final day of our #CooperativeInnovation Showcase.
Today we're excited to be joined by @clesthinkdo.bsky.social who will be delivering a workshop on Community Wealth Building, and reflecting on the last year and plans for the future at our AGM
Today we're excited to be joined by @clesthinkdo.bsky.social who will be delivering a workshop on Community Wealth Building, and reflecting on the last year and plans for the future at our AGM
February 12, 2026 at 7:19 AM
We're excited to be back for the final day of our #CooperativeInnovation Showcase.
Today we're excited to be joined by @clesthinkdo.bsky.social who will be delivering a workshop on Community Wealth Building, and reflecting on the last year and plans for the future at our AGM
Today we're excited to be joined by @clesthinkdo.bsky.social who will be delivering a workshop on Community Wealth Building, and reflecting on the last year and plans for the future at our AGM
Reposted by Vince Barry-Stanners
There's still time to join our AGM at 2pm. Join us using the link below 👇
🔗 meeting.zoho.eu/meeting/regi...
🔗 meeting.zoho.eu/meeting/regi...
February 12, 2026 at 8:37 AM
There's still time to join our AGM at 2pm. Join us using the link below 👇
🔗 meeting.zoho.eu/meeting/regi...
🔗 meeting.zoho.eu/meeting/regi...
Last night I met with the local policing team to discuss antisocial behaviour and speeding in the local area.
If you have an issue you'd like to raise with the policing team please call 101 or 999 in an emergency.
If you have an issue you'd like to raise with the policing team please call 101 or 999 in an emergency.
February 7, 2026 at 2:19 PM
Last night I met with the local policing team to discuss antisocial behaviour and speeding in the local area.
If you have an issue you'd like to raise with the policing team please call 101 or 999 in an emergency.
If you have an issue you'd like to raise with the policing team please call 101 or 999 in an emergency.
Reposted by Vince Barry-Stanners
Heading to Labour Local Government Conference
Keep an eye out for our Digital Officer @vbarrystanners.bsky.social (pictured on an early morning train) and our Strategy, Events & Membership Lead, Pete Vallance on our conference exhibition stand (and at our fringe event - full details on your guide)
Keep an eye out for our Digital Officer @vbarrystanners.bsky.social (pictured on an early morning train) and our Strategy, Events & Membership Lead, Pete Vallance on our conference exhibition stand (and at our fringe event - full details on your guide)
February 7, 2026 at 6:46 AM
Heading to Labour Local Government Conference
Keep an eye out for our Digital Officer @vbarrystanners.bsky.social (pictured on an early morning train) and our Strategy, Events & Membership Lead, Pete Vallance on our conference exhibition stand (and at our fringe event - full details on your guide)
Keep an eye out for our Digital Officer @vbarrystanners.bsky.social (pictured on an early morning train) and our Strategy, Events & Membership Lead, Pete Vallance on our conference exhibition stand (and at our fringe event - full details on your guide)
Had a great time speaking with people in West Denton about local issues this afternoon.
Got an issue you want to raise with the council, police or other local organisation and want support?
Email me on [email protected]
#LabourDoorstep #VoteLabour
Got an issue you want to raise with the council, police or other local organisation and want support?
Email me on [email protected]
#LabourDoorstep #VoteLabour
January 31, 2026 at 9:19 PM
Had a great time speaking with people in West Denton about local issues this afternoon.
Got an issue you want to raise with the council, police or other local organisation and want support?
Email me on [email protected]
#LabourDoorstep #VoteLabour
Got an issue you want to raise with the council, police or other local organisation and want support?
Email me on [email protected]
#LabourDoorstep #VoteLabour
Join the CCIN Policy Lab shaping tools for councils to treat Care Experience as a protected characteristic.
Swindon Borough Council are hosting an interactive workshop exploring how to make this a reality — whether your council has adopted it or not.
Swindon Borough Council are hosting an interactive workshop exploring how to make this a reality — whether your council has adopted it or not.
January 31, 2026 at 10:40 AM
Join the CCIN Policy Lab shaping tools for councils to treat Care Experience as a protected characteristic.
Swindon Borough Council are hosting an interactive workshop exploring how to make this a reality — whether your council has adopted it or not.
Swindon Borough Council are hosting an interactive workshop exploring how to make this a reality — whether your council has adopted it or not.
Popped into Sab’s Barbers in Westerhope this morning for a trim — brilliant service as always and great value too. Always a pleasure supporting a cracking local business!
January 30, 2026 at 9:47 AM
Popped into Sab’s Barbers in Westerhope this morning for a trim — brilliant service as always and great value too. Always a pleasure supporting a cracking local business!
Reposted by Vince Barry-Stanners
My insomnia doesn't often interact with anything useful - normally it's just me being exhausted whilst tossing and turning all night.
Tonight however I got the sudden urge to tidy up my spare room - so at least that's something 😂
#Insomnia #ADHD #WideAwakeClub
Tonight however I got the sudden urge to tidy up my spare room - so at least that's something 😂
#Insomnia #ADHD #WideAwakeClub
January 19, 2026 at 6:33 AM
My insomnia doesn't often interact with anything useful - normally it's just me being exhausted whilst tossing and turning all night.
Tonight however I got the sudden urge to tidy up my spare room - so at least that's something 😂
#Insomnia #ADHD #WideAwakeClub
Tonight however I got the sudden urge to tidy up my spare room - so at least that's something 😂
#Insomnia #ADHD #WideAwakeClub