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Simon Withey MCCT FCCT retweeted
I believe that the vast majority of people in this country are good and generous and honest and fair – and whether they are Democrats or Republicans or independents, they want those values reflected in their politics. That’s what we’ll get with @KamalaHarris and @Tim_Walz – two leaders who will work every day to make your lives better.
Simon Withey MCCT FCCT retweeted
Harrison Ford: When dozens of former members of the Trump administration are sounding alarms saying ‘For God's sake, don't do this again,’ you have to pay attention. They're telling us something important. I've got one vote, same as anyone else, and I'm going to use it to move forward. I'm going to vote for Kamala Harris
Simon Withey MCCT FCCT retweeted
Just for clarity and ensuring correct facts are used - @Sarah_Montague on #BBCwato @BBCWorldatOne - GPs are not private companies. Since 1948 we have worked as partnerships. No shareholders. Live in community for career. Committed to NHS bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/m0024f…
Simon Withey MCCT FCCT retweeted
Today's Budget will fix the foundations to deliver change.
Here are just some of the things announced by @RachelReevesMP today 👇
ALT Graphic with copy: Some of the things Rachel Reeves announced in the Budget Pay rise for 3 million workers. New funding to deliver an extra two million NHS operations, scans and appointments a year. Freeze on fuel duty. No tax increases in your payslip. £30 million to provide free breakfast clubs. £240 million package to get Britain working again. £1.4 billion to rebuild 500 schools. £500m investment to build 5,000 new social homes. Increase in the state pension by up to £470. Former mineworkers will receive £1.5 billion that was kept from their pensions. The biggest increase to Carer's Allowance eligibility since its introduction. £1 billion to help those facing financial hardship via the Household Support Fund. 40% relief on business rates, hospitality and leisure sectors. Nom-dom tax status abolished. £500 million to fix local roads and fill a million potholes. Increase in the employment allowance to support small businesses. Crack down on fraud, tax avoidance and waste.
Simon Withey MCCT FCCT retweeted
This is spot on. As a GP working in my community & national leader at BMA at the time I know GPs remained open throughout the pandemic & exposed themselves to significant risk from a deadly virus. The media portrayed us as closed / lazy / hiding to suit their warped view of GPs
At the Covid Inquiry today @DrPhilBanfield answered questions on a number of issues affecting doctors during the pandemic. 🧵
Support for the physical and mental wellbeing of staff was inadequate.
Simon Withey MCCT FCCT retweeted
Fire crews are currently dealing with an Fire in the vicinity of BAE systems in Barrow, residents in the area are advised to keep windows and doors closed and avoid the area. We appreciated your co operation whilst we deal with the incident.
Simon Withey MCCT FCCT retweeted
Today, we remember the 116 children and 28 adults who lost their lives in the Aberfan disaster 58 years ago. Never forgotten.
Heddiw, cofiwn am y 116 o blant a 28 oedolyn a gollodd eu bywydau yn nhrychineb Aberfan 58 mlynedd yn ol. Byth yn angof. #Aberfan
Simon Withey MCCT FCCT retweeted
SATs hang over the whole of Year 6 like a dark cloud.
We need a new system that supports learning.
Watch and share @MoreThanScore's video👇
SATs are a “thunderstorm cloud” for year 6 and their teachers.
These tests don’t help children, schools or parents.
Share your views with the government’s review.
Click here to complete the survey 👉 bit.ly/assessmentreview2024
Simon Withey MCCT FCCT retweeted
I warmly congratulate the Japanese organization Nihon Hidankyo on being awarded the #NobelPeacePrize.
I will never forget my many meetings with the hibakusha over the years. Their relentless work & resilience are the backbone of the global nuclear disarmament movement.
The @UN proudly stands with the hibakusha. They are an inspiration to our shared efforts to build a world free of nuclear weapons.
Simon Withey MCCT FCCT retweeted
Congratulations to Blesma Member Lexi Chambers on making history! 👩🦽
The veteran who lost her leg 3 years ago has reached the end of her John O'Groats to Land's End. 🇬🇧
She has become the 1st person to complete the distance using a standard wheelchair.
Simon Withey MCCT FCCT retweeted
Funding: initial teacher training (ITT), academic year 2025 to 2026 - GOV.UK Bursary announcement gov.uk/government/publicatio…
Simon Withey MCCT FCCT retweeted
Thank you to all of the wonderful teachers in the world. It takes a special kind of person to be a teacher. If you are a teacher and you’re reading this we hope you know how amazing you are. If you know a great teacher feel free to tag them.
#WorldTeachersDay #Teachers
ALT Thank you to all of the wonderful teachers in the world. It takes a special kind of person to be a teacher. If you are a teacher and you’re reading this we hope you know how amazing you are.
Simon Withey MCCT FCCT retweeted
Teachers are at the ❤️ of education. They must also be at the 💙 of decision-making in education.
This #WorldTeachersDay, we call on the UK government to:
📢 Listen to teachers, strengthen social dialogue with the profession!
📢 #ValueEducation, #FundEducation and invest in teachers!
Simon Withey MCCT FCCT retweeted
5 October 1936. A group of 200 unemployed men from the north-eastern town of Jarrow marched 300 miles to London. They wanted Parliament and the people in the south to understand the plight of the unemployed, and to take action to remedy it.
Simon Withey MCCT FCCT retweeted
Our state schools need teachers more than private schools need embossed stationery.
Our children need mental health support more than private schools need new pools.
Our students need careers advice more than private schools need AstroTurf pitches.
inews.co.uk/news/private-sch…
Simon Withey MCCT FCCT retweeted
4 October 1936. The Battle of Cable Street took place in Cable Street, Whitechapel, London. It was a clash between the Metropolitan Police, protecting a march by the British Union of Fascists led by Sir Oswald Mosley and various anti-fascist and Jewish demonstrators.
Simon Withey MCCT FCCT retweeted
Today is World Teachers' Day. We acknowledge the hard work and dedication of teachers worldwide and the unique contributions that teachers make to their communities and to wider society.
#Teaching #WorldTeachersDay #ProfessionalBody
