The launch our Future of Rural Retail report!π
π»Watch an engaging presentation about the research, findings & proposed solutions, by joining our webinar next Thursday, 19 June
Join us: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/the-future-of-rural-retail-report-launch-tickets-1367094068159
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A photo of David Lydiat in a tie and suit jacket, smiling at camera. The Plunkett logo is top right and the words 'David Lydiat appointed as new Head of External Affairs' is on the left.
We're delighted to announce that David Lydiat has been appointed as our Head of External Affairs. π’
David begins in post on 5 June in this new role which brings together membership, communications & policy activities.Β
π Read more: https://plunkett.co.uk/new-head-of-external-affairs/
28.05.2025 09:31 β
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Take me home... Me and my buddy Joe after the final match at Highfield Road, 20 years ago today. Lots of fond memories of a great stadium. We won 6-2 so don't know why I was grimacing! #pusb
30.04.2025 18:41 β
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Sue Davies - 24/02/2025 - BBC Sounds
Sue brings you topical conversation, mid-morning updates and Bring Out The Band.
Today's BBC Radio Wiltshire morning programme, featured The Ivy Group in Heddington, a group we've been proudly supporting. Plus, our Comms Manager, @andrewdubock.bsky.social, talks about the wider #ComBiz model
https://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/p0knv7ty
Scroll to: 39:56 - 47:52
24.02.2025 15:24 β
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No matter where we finish, we've got our mojo back under Frank's leadership. And we've beaten hoodoos against Swansea and Preston too π #pusb
22.02.2025 17:07 β
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#Amandaland - an absolute triumph. I've really enjoyed Motherland and this was a brilliant spin-off. Brilliant writing and new characters.
21.02.2025 22:15 β
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Ellis Simms celebrates the winner
'Fight till the game is won'. Credit to the City boys for sticking at it in a difficult game, and brilliant to see Ellis at the double. We are moving. #pusb
15.02.2025 18:10 β
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You and Yours - Trading Standards, Mystery Holidays, Village Takeover - BBC Sounds
'Postcode lottery' in trading standards leaves millions of consumer exposed.
Today's @bbcradio4.bsky.social 'You and Yours' programme included a feature from Trawden, a village with 4 community-owned businesses. Plus, our Comms Manager, @andrewdubock.bsky.social, talks about the wider #ComBiz model & Plunkett's support. π»
Listen at www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/...
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10.02.2025 14:25 β
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Very much a second-string from Liverpool, but that's a brilliant performance from Plymouth. Why can't they defend like that in the Championship?!
09.02.2025 17:02 β
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Magic of the Cup with Donley's halfway line wonderstrike for Orient v Man City! Goes down as an OG - but please give him that one, Dubious Goals Panel π #facup
08.02.2025 12:39 β
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Matt Grimes in a Coventry shirt outside Sky Blue Lodge.
Matt Grimes is a statement signing from the Sky Blues - a consistent, highly experienced midfielder who is leader and a winner. Early days still under Lampard but feels like we're raising the bar. #pusb
31.01.2025 21:58 β
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Group of volunteers outside a closed pub.
In the 190 community pubs known to @plunkettuk.bsky.social, over 41,000 people have become shareholders, raising over Β£38 million between them through #CommunityShares.
@andrewdubock.bsky.social explores the vital role of volunteers in community projects βΆοΈ
www.goodfinance.org.uk/latest/post/...
27.01.2025 11:06 β
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Torp, van Ewijk & Rudoni embrace after a Coventry goal yesterday
Like ham and cheese, we're on a roll! A 9-point week for the Sky Blues against teams just above them. Our players are enjoying their football again and things are looking up now under Super Frank. What's possible? #pusb
26.01.2025 12:32 β
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The greatest showman too. Superb!
26.01.2025 08:21 β
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Fantastic away win. Very assures, took chances, and tactically superb. Allen and Dovin stand out. Delighted for Ellis and BTA getting amongst the goals. Self belief is back. We're climbing. #pusb
21.01.2025 21:45 β
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A photo of two people enjoying a coffee in a cafe
Today is 'Brew Monday'-a day promoted by Samaritans to encourage mental health awareness over a 'cuppa'.β
We are proud that #combiz provide a safe space for people to talk, especially in tackling rural isolation.Β
Reach out to a friend & catch up at your local community hub.
20.01.2025 13:02 β
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Hear from George Ogier, our Project Support Officer, who explains more about our two Special Interest Group events this month:
Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion: Friday (17th)
Environmental Action: Friday (24th)
Reserve your spot: plunkett.co.uk/upcoming-eve...
15.01.2025 09:23 β
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Penalty shoot-out win for Coventry City! Massive confidence booster. Into round 4... #pusb
11.01.2025 20:49 β
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The 12 Months of Plunkett!
It was an incredible 2024 for the community business sector and a particularly busy one for Plunkett UK!
Enjoy our latest blog as we reflect on a jam-packed and rewarding 2024!
Onto 2025! π€©
plunkett.co.uk/the-12-month...
06.01.2025 11:03 β
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Watching #Elvis' 1968 Comeback Special on BBC2. What a musical genius, what a voice, effortlessly rolling out his hits in his first TV appearance for eight years. Funny and charming too. Can Liam & Noel do the same later this year?!
04.01.2025 20:47 β
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We're wonderfully inconsistent under Lampard so far. W3 D3 L3. Sums up the season as a whole. Getting Haji back and maybe a few quality January signings will surely push us into a top half finish - no chance of anything better. #pusb
04.01.2025 17:08 β
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Three points chucked away because we couldn't manage it to the final whistle. #pusb
04.01.2025 17:03 β
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a close up of a man 's face with a smile on it .
ALT: a close up of a man 's face with a smile on it .
Feeling very pleased with myself - finally grabbed a 1 in #Wordle today. Total luck of course. π₯³
04.01.2025 13:18 β
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Ten members of my family sat together on a sofa, smiling, facing the camera.
Our last family get-together of the festive period, up in Warwick to celebrate my mum's birthday. Cake and fizz, and a good walk. π
01.01.2025 20:43 β
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2025 begins with yet more cost-of-living pressures for people in the UK with price increases of energy bills and bus journeys (fare cap Β£2 up to Β£3) reported on BBC News this morning. π¬
01.01.2025 08:44 β
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Family photo - all smiles for the camera.
Family photo - all smiles for the camera
A lot of fun hanging out with family for Christmas and Boxing Days, which we hosted. Food, drink, a little walking, games, silliness.
27.12.2024 08:39 β
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Beginning my usual 48hr social media break over Christmas. Have a wonderful time of celebration with family and friends! π
24.12.2024 12:02 β
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A City collapse for the ages at Portsmouth. There was zero game management when 1-0 up and we just haven't coped with Pompey since. Defensively shocking and no quality to move up the pitch. What has been wrong with our attitude? Lampard has much work to do. #pusb
21.12.2024 14:17 β
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The UK is spending Β£369m refurbishing Buckingham Palace for King Charles, who has Β£22bn and gets Β£500m more a year.
He can pay for his own renovations, Β£369m is more than England spends on building Social Housing in an entire year for the whole country.
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