Young lives cut short on an unimaginable scale: the 18,457 children on Gaza’s list of war dead Every name on a list compiled by health authorities in Gaza of the child victims of Israel’s offensive

No words. www.theguardian.com/world/ng-int...

Great appointment in many levels. Sarah Mullally named as new Archbishop of Canterbury

Trump attacks Tylenol as officials unveil highly contentious conclusions on autism President says acetaminophen – also known as paracetamol - increases risk when taken by pregnant women, assertion contradicted by research

Autism cure without scientific proof. Away with the fairies. www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025...

The ‘impossible situation’ of Progress 8 in white, working-class schools Just seven of the 100 schools with the highest rates of disadvantage and the lowest rates of English as an additional language have a positive P8. With the metric on pause, is it time to rethink it?

More excuses. The issue isn’t Progress 8. www.tes.com/magazine/ana...

Applying for healthcare cover abroad (GHIC and EHIC) Find out if you're eligible to apply for a new UK EHIC or UK Global Health Insurance Card (GHIC).

After an emergency appendectomy whilst on holiday in Spain (incredible health service), I urge you to travel with a GHIC card www.nhs.uk/using-the-nh...

Still not too old……

There’s renewable energy ads and there’s mother**cking wind farm ads. This, blissfully, is the latter.

Summer days walking the dogs

Ten years @greenshaw has taught me that I have many failings, much to learn, and a couple of superpowers. 1. Openness to being influenced by others 2. Appointing BRILLIANT people. Good lord I love my job. Challenges? Sure - lots. Some tinged with deep sadness. But joy? Abound. Onwards.

Voting age to be lowered to 16 in UK by next general election 16- and 17-year-olds will be given right to vote in all elections as part of changes including easier voter registration

Right thing to do. 👏 www.theguardian.com/politics/202...

My unbelievably positive experiences of the last 48 hours across our schools and the sector have been marred by experiencing a racist taxi driver in Swansea and a racist ‘immigrant critic’ at Birmingham New Street Station. It took three conversations with security in Birmingham for them to act. 😔

The Smith’s foray into GCSEs is over. Dear Lord, reform them please.

@greenshawtrust.bsky.social 1. family and health 2. work

Trump administration halts Harvard’s ability to enroll international students – live In a major escalation between Trump and Harvard, homeland security secretary Kristi Noem says move should ‘serve as a warning’

A dictatorship is a form of government where power is concentrated in the hands of a single person, or small group, with no limitations on their authority. It is characterized by a lack of democratic institutions and a suppression of dissent.

www.theguardian.com/us-news/live...

Heavy periods affect school attendance and exam scores, study in England finds Charities say more should be done to support girls who experience prolonged bleeding and severe menstrual pain

This is a big issue. www.theguardian.com/society/2025...

It’s been a bit tense in the Smith household

One part of improving outcomes

Likening the growth of @greenshawtrust.bsky.social to the growth of the universe at our shared service meeting. Yes, yes, I know. I’ve calmed down.

When they find out at work it’s your birthday. Mrs Smith on @bbcradio4.bsky.social

@gwr.com where has the 7.19 from Hanborough gone?????

Taken with iPhone and telescope tonight

Petition: Cancel Trump’s state visit Stop Trump Coalition

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Tesla shares slump after European sales fall Shares in the US electric carmaker dropped after European sales halved in January.

Good

“It’s only taken 40 years. We’ve been busy.”

Weeds, near mythical long-running post-punk project featuring Andy Spearpoint (New FADS), to release debut EP

Get ready to experience the joy of Weeds with the release of Angels One Five from their their first EP, Feed the Creature...

Caption…

‘We stand by Jess’: Telford survivors criticise Musk’s attack on Phillips Exclusive: Victims of male violence sign letter praising minister for devoting life to ‘fighting for women and girls’

@jessphillipsmp.bsky.social Heard her speak over the Summer. Inspirational. A true leader. www.theguardian.com/politics/202...

#morningmaths done

Archbishop of York twice reappointed priest in sexual abuse case, report says Stephen Cottrell admits situation ‘could have been handled differently’ as pressure mounts over David Tudor scandal

‘Regrets’ and ‘handling differently’ are not apologies. Resign.

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🚨 3 days until the Raising Standards Conference 📈

Join us at Yate Academy for a morning filled with insightful presentations, actionable strategies, take-away resources, and networking opportunities.

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