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patrickleavy.mastodon.social.ap.brid.gy
RE: https://social.openrightsgroup.org/@openrightsgroup/117336385496326440

Wtf. Is the UK moving towards US style oppression?
social.openrightsgroup.org
September 26, 2026 at 9:09 AM
openrightsgroup.org
As we wind down on our 20th year, why not catch up on Cory Doctorow in conversation with @mariafarrell.bsky.social?

Hear about the 'Internet dimension' of policy-making, copyright in the age of AI and how to fight for digital rights. Plus much more!

Watch now 📺

www.youtube.com/live/M9H2An_...
ORG at 20: Cory Doctorow in conversation with Maria Farrell
YouTube video by OpenRightsGroup
www.youtube.com
December 19, 2025 at 8:43 AM
dawnbutlerbrent.bsky.social
I raised concerns about a constituent's eVisa issue, and feared a potential repeat of the Windrush scandal.

Thankfully, after @UKLabour Govt listened to mine & @OpenRightsGroup concerns, rollout has been delayed.

This system wasn't fit for purpose.👇🏾

leftfootforward.org/2024/12/dawn...
Dawn Butler MP: How I helped Labour Prevent Another Windrush Scandal
When a constituent approached me about their eVisa, which is an online record of immigration status, it served as a warning about a potential risk of a repeat of the Windrush scandal.
leftfootforward.org
December 6, 2024 at 8:53 PM
the-citizens.bsky.social
Concerned about the UK’s reliance on a handful of foreign tech companies (cough Palantir cough)? Us too.

Join @OpenRightsGroup on 15 July (that’s tomorrow) to discuss how we take back control of our infrastructure
From Digital Dependence to Digital Sovereignty
The UK’s over reliance on a small number of foreign technology companies is putting our economy, security and democracy at risk.
www.openrightsgroup.org
July 14, 2026 at 12:30 PM
jamesbaker.social.openrightsgroup.org.ap.brid.gy
RE: https://social.openrightsgroup.org/@openrightsgroup/117321390985757804

Here is another story here about the Discord ban Filipinos are now facing https://technology.inquirer.net/149413/oped-the-discord-ban-affects-freelancers-students-remote-workers totally blocking an entire platform is not […]
Original post on social.openrightsgroup.org
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September 24, 2026 at 6:08 AM
alecmuffett.bsky.social
James Baker of @OpenRightsGroup: son is using East Anglia fishing videos to circumvent Google’s AI age verification profiling
https://alecmuffett.com/article/114430
James Baker of @OpenRightsGroup: son is using East Anglia fishing videos to circumvent Google’s AI age verification profiling
The kids are alright, it’s the politicians who are a mess: Chatting to son: “…so do you think your youtube account will pass AI age verification?” His reply: “I think I’m sa…
alecmuffett.com
August 14, 2025 at 7:05 PM
jamesbaker.social.openrightsgroup.org.ap.brid.gy
RE: https://social.openrightsgroup.org/@openrightsgroup/117313755598057576

If you are around Manchester then why not come along to this event, and you can say hi to me at the same time!
social.openrightsgroup.org
September 22, 2026 at 5:21 PM
openrightsgroup.org
The Data Bill is back in Parliament tomorrow. It will:

🔴 Reduce transparency over harmful AI.
🔴 Fail to address shortcomings with the ICO.
🔴 Lower accountability for law enforcement.
🔴 Expand powers without Parliamentary oversight.

Watch our webinar for more ⬇️

www.youtube.com/watch?v=EHIX...
Briefing on Data Use and Access Bill
YouTube video by OpenRightsGroup
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May 6, 2025 at 10:27 AM
I stand with their urgent call:

✅ Bring back physical proof of status
✅ Protect vulnerable people from digital exclusion
✅ Stop the rollout until it’s safe, fair, and accessible

🔗 bsky.app/profile/open...

#EVisaCrisis #DigitalExclusion #StopDigitalWindrush #OpenRightsGroup
June 9, 2025 at 5:26 PM
openrightsgroup.org
Last night, Cory Doctorow was in conversation with @mariafarrell.bsky.social to mark ORG's 20th birthday.

Hear about the 'Internet dimension' of policy-making, copyright in the age of AI and how to fight for digital rights. Plus much more!

Watch now on Youtube 📺

www.youtube.com/live/M9H2An_...
ORG at 20: Cory Doctorow in conversation with Maria Farrell
YouTube video by OpenRightsGroup
www.youtube.com
July 17, 2025 at 1:14 PM
jim.killock.org.uk
Exactly https://youtube.com/shorts/mC3Bl__FXB0 @openrightsgroup #cybersecuritybill #cybersecurity #digitalsovereignty
January 6, 2026 at 11:23 AM
davidgerard.circumstances.run.ap.brid.gy
this is a UK anti-AI petition that is sensible and about actual harms

https://supporters.openrightsgroup.org/civicrm/?civiwp=CiviCRM&q=civicrm%2Fmailing%2Fview&reset=1&id=649&cid=7549&cs=6321d9c77b3e5e82d91f685e068c4979_1789749311_168

by @openrightsgroup
September 18, 2026 at 9:03 PM
cubicgarden.mas.to.ap.brid.gy
Good to see @openrightsgroup at #oggcamp2026
sign
April 25, 2026 at 11:26 AM
owen.blacker.me.uk
A moment from this that lit a bulb above my head was that the USTR threat of tariffs was what stopped countries from removing anticircumvention measures from copyright law.

But Trump has given us tariffs anyway, so let's tear up some of the worst parts of copyright
www.youtube.com/live/M9H2An_...
July 17, 2025 at 4:04 PM
jim.killock.org.uk
@openrightsgroup The lack of #digitalsovereignty the UK has, and the timidity the UK exibits regarding it is a product of these wider processes of hollowing out the UK state and economy.
February 8, 2026 at 12:22 PM
jim.killock.org.uk
@openrightsgroup What's really clear is that the mess the UK has really is down to deliberate choices to neglect industry, privatise and contract out, and sell off UK assets thus eroding our tax base.
February 8, 2026 at 12:20 PM
jim.killock.org.uk
RE: https://social.openrightsgroup.org/@openrightsgroup/115547591118700073

Was great to see lots of you last week!
social.openrightsgroup.org
November 14, 2025 at 1:34 PM
daviderdos.bsky.social
An Inquriy should focus both on the awful impact on individuals & on its impact in degrading the ICO's ability to discharge its UK #GDPR & other duties. A fundamental reset under the new Information Commission is essential. More from @OpenRightsGroup at www.openrightsgroup.org/press-releas...
John Edwards resignation is opportunity to appoint a regulator with teeth
Open Rights Group has called for the Government to “appoint a regulator with teeth” following John Edwards’ announcement that he has resigned as Information Commissioner.
www.openrightsgroup.org
June 23, 2026 at 1:14 PM
felicitas.pojtinger.com
RE: https://social.openrightsgroup.org/@openrightsgroup/116198784206730041

> could end up being used on LGBTQ+ and reproductive health content
Open Rights Group (@openrightsgroup@social.openrightsgroup.org)
“When you create a law, you have to think about what a future government could do with those powers." Ministers would have unilateral powers to lock what they see as 'harmful' behind digital ID checks. This could end up being used on LGBTQ+ and reproductive health content. 🗣️ ORG's James Baker. https://www.politico.eu/article/uk-eyes-sweeping-powers-to-regulate-tech-without-parliamentary-scrutiny/ #onlinesafety #digitalid #privacy #freedomofexpression #ageverification #ukpolitics #ukpol
social.openrightsgroup.org
March 9, 2026 at 4:42 PM
dalereardon.mastodon.social.ap.brid.gy
RE: https://social.openrightsgroup.org/@openrightsgroup/116764311698460016

AI use by Government can be very dangerous #ndis #disability #auspol
social.openrightsgroup.org
June 17, 2026 at 8:37 AM
openrightsgroup.org
🔔 STARTING SOON 🔔

Watch our webinar on the right to opt-out of targeted advertising on Meta and beyond.

Hear from @tanyaocarroll.bsky.social, Swee Leng Harris, Dr James Riley and ORG’s James Baker.

📺 Tune in live from 6pm BST on YouTube ⬇️

#StopStalkerAds

www.youtube.com/live/ir20rAX...
Webinar: Taking on Meta – What next for our data?
YouTube video by OpenRightsGroup
www.youtube.com
April 16, 2025 at 4:27 PM
michaelabberton.bsky.social
Sign the petition to stop Starmer’s latest move to authoritarianism. Already 1.5m verified signatures #OpenRightsGroup #britcard #digitalID petition.parliament.uk/petitions/73...
Petition: Do not introduce Digital ID cards
We demand that the UK Government immediately commits to not introducing a digital ID cards. There are reports that this is being looked at.
petition.parliament.uk
September 26, 2025 at 9:18 PM
falken.qoto.org.ap.brid.gy
1.2 million and counting have said
"Do not introduce Digital ID cards"
https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/730194

Have you ?

#uk #ukpol #labour #idcard #idcards #no2id #bigbrotherwatch #openrightsgroup
September 26, 2025 at 5:07 PM
alecmuffett.bsky.social
Online Safety Act consultation : Threat to protest and political content | Open Rights Group
https://alecmuffett.com/article/117529
#OnlineSafety #OnlineSafetyAct #OpenRightsGroup #censorship #surveillance
Online Safety Act consultation : Threat to protest and political content | Open Rights Group
The proposals would mean that: Lawful activism could be censored as it happens. Political content about Palestine may auto-delete from your feeds. The police can clampdown on protest online. Open R…
alecmuffett.com
October 15, 2025 at 11:05 AM
westnorthantsgreens.mastodon.social.ap.brid.gy
RE: https://social.openrightsgroup.org/@openrightsgroup/116459798064806188

We have reliable alternatives.

Just look at @BuyEU

Why isn't the current government getting with times? #WantGreenVoteGreen #RejoinEU
social.openrightsgroup.org
April 24, 2026 at 4:27 PM