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@mattiel.bsky.social

Travel dude Co Chair for Together 4 Change at ARC England Shrewsbury Town fan!!! πŸ”΅πŸŸ  Leader's List Champion 2024 !!!

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Pupils with SEND to have support reviewed when they join secondary school Ministers will introduce reforms so that children with special educational needs (SEND) will have their support reviewed as they move from primary to secondary school.

Pupils with SEND to have support reviewed when they join secondary school

19.02.2026 10:54 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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Disabled students still face barriers, research finds, just as ministers prepare to publish SEND white paper Disabled young people in the UK still face barriers that stop them taking part in school, college and university on an equal basis with non-disabled people, despite ongoing international calls for …

Disabled young people still face barriers that stop them taking part in school, college and university on an equal basis with non-disabled people, despite ongoing international calls for inclusive education, according to new government-funded research.
www.disabilitynewsservice.com/disabled-stu...

06.02.2026 07:45 β€” πŸ‘ 10    πŸ” 10    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

##MattonTour in Berkshire so interesting doing #OliversCampaign

06.02.2026 08:33 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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πŸŽ—οΈ Today is #TimeToTalkDay 2026

At ARC England, we believe that open conversations about mental health help create healthier, more inclusive workplaces and communities.

It doesn’t have to be complicated. Let’s use today as a reminder to keep mental health conversations open, supportive, & ongoing πŸ’™

05.02.2026 11:29 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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British Politics Betting Odds | Politics British Politics Betting Odds. View all available outright and match odds, plus get news, tips, free bets and money-back offers. All you need to bet.

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03.02.2026 21:15 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Together 4 Change Group - ARC England β€˜Together 4 Change’ is a place where supported people can come together to talk about things that matter.Β  Anyone who … Read More

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03.02.2026 20:36 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Together4Change - Charter4Change - ARC England Together4Change wants a Charter4Change! A Charter will help us with our rights. It will tell people what we want. It … Read More

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03.02.2026 20:36 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Triangle blow as Bitterne Park Stores set for March closure >> bitternepark.info/index.php?op...
#Southampton #bitternepark #localnews

02.02.2026 18:53 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Learning from Lives and Deaths – people with a learning disability and autistic people (LeDeR) | King's College London The latest annual LeDeR report in collaboration with our academic partners on behalf of NHS England.

Such fun report sad times

27.01.2026 20:08 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Travelling on Sunday

Travelling on Sunday

Waiting for train

25.01.2026 13:48 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Everyone deserves to travel with confidence, knowing they’ll get where they’re going safely and without unnecessary stress.

This new report from @rnib.bsky.social shows how our rail system often falls short for disabled people trying to make everyday journeys.

22.01.2026 13:34 β€” πŸ‘ 10    πŸ” 4    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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We are excited to announce a new partnership with Aviva and University of Southampton to create a vibrant neighbourhood right in the centre of Southampton at the former Toys 'R' Us site 🀝

22.01.2026 13:43 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

Been working in Llanelli for Oliver McGowan back travelling tomorrow on #TFW & #GWR

14.01.2026 16:58 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Which UK season do you prefer?
β€’ Spring
β€’ Summer
β€’ Autumn
β€’ Winter

12.01.2026 17:02 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
A graphic promoting the Government's consultation on local government reorganisation. Three images of Hampshire landmarks are shown at the bottom of the graphic. At the top, text says: "Close enough to be local, big enough to stay strong. Have your say on the Government's consultation on the future of councils in Hampshire and the Isle of Wight."

A graphic promoting the Government's consultation on local government reorganisation. Three images of Hampshire landmarks are shown at the bottom of the graphic. At the top, text says: "Close enough to be local, big enough to stay strong. Have your say on the Government's consultation on the future of councils in Hampshire and the Isle of Wight."

Tomorrow is the final day of the Government's consultation on the future of councils in Hampshire and the Isle of Wight πŸ“‹

If you've not yet had your say direct to the decision makers, please do take this opportunity πŸ—£οΈ

You can read the detail and take part here: soton.cc/LGR πŸ‘ˆ

10.01.2026 15:12 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Rayner, Streeting or Starmer? Who would you prefer as PM?

10.01.2026 17:49 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 3    πŸ“Œ 0

I am standing down as vice chair for the adult social care & APPG so still be a member

09.01.2026 11:04 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Join Sui-Ling and Best Practice Facilitator, Paul Payne, for a special episode of the Sui-Ling looking back at some of the highlights from 2025.

https://ow.ly/Kkzh50XROXh

#SuiLingShow #SuiLing #BestOf2025

06.01.2026 10:00 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

"For such a tough subject to talk/learn about it was delivered perfectly. Death and loss is sensitive subject but it was delivered sensitively yet in depth."

Places are available to book on to this fantastic co-produced award-winning workshop: bit.ly/3N53PVY

06.01.2026 10:31 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Winter sale on Eurostar train trips to mainland Europe If you’ve been eyeing up a winter escape by rail, Eurostar has just provided a timely nudge, with a new sale offering tickets from Β£35 each way on its core European routes.
06.01.2026 11:00 β€” πŸ‘ 7    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

So #LeDer being withdrawn

05.01.2026 19:42 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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31.12.2025 17:01 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Word of the Day: MERRYNEUM (neologism) - the odd week between Christmas and the New Year.

27.12.2025 15:04 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Merry Christmas πŸŽ… πŸŽ„ to everyone who follows me

22.12.2025 07:56 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

The Β£100 contactless card payment limit will be removed from March

19.12.2025 12:01 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
A large Christmas tree decorated with white lights and topped with a star stands in the foreground, with the illuminated clock tower of the Palace of Westminster (Big Ben) and surrounding ornate architecture lit up against a dark night sky in the background.

A large Christmas tree decorated with white lights and topped with a star stands in the foreground, with the illuminated clock tower of the Palace of Westminster (Big Ben) and surrounding ornate architecture lit up against a dark night sky in the background.

The House of Commons has risen for Christmas recess and is next due to sit on Monday 5 January 2026.

Find out more: www.parliament.uk/business/new...

19.12.2025 09:48 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Negotiating shared housing, care and disability: How housemates, staff and family members navigate ambivalent atmospheres of home-making Feeling a sense of home has long been an aspiration by and for people in shared supported housing yet is often overlooked in its provision. In these s…

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15.12.2025 16:01 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Trump get peace prize from FIFA
#Worldcup

05.12.2025 17:34 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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β€œMy deepest concern is for the future – what funding is there going to be? - ARC England Matt Lester talks to ARC England about his experience taking part in the ITV News film about being a person … Read More

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04.12.2025 09:36 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Here is our easy to read guide to the #budget to help you understand the main changes.
How do you feel about the decisions the government has made?

27.11.2025 16:44 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0