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Bluesky is now a refuge from X for us all With individuals and large organisations leaving X in droves, Bluesky seems to be the social media platform of choice to emigrate to

With individuals and large organisations leaving X in droves, Bluesky seems to be the social media platform of choice to emigrate to | Shoshana

Big pharma, the NHS, thyroid disease and me A personal account tells the story of a battle with the NHS to get treatment for thyroid disease

A personal account tells the story of a battle with the NHS to get treatment for thyroid disease | Judy Copage

The Women of Greenham Common The protest at Greenham Common influenced a whole generation of women. It taught us about collective action, imaginative non-violent ways of protesting and gave us the confidence to use our own unique voice.

The protest at Greenham Common influenced a whole generation of women. It taught us about collective action, imaginative non-violent ways of protesting and gave us the confidence to use our own unique voice. | Meg Gain

Three women a week: the murder of Sarah Everard Since the murder of Sarah Everard by a Metropolitan Police Officer, at least 81 other women have been killed

Since the murder of Sarah Everard by a Metropolitan Police Officer, at least 81 other women have been killed | Anna Girolami

Dreams without borders: celebrating Refugee Week in Stoke An art exhibition highlights the aspirations of young people from refugee and asylum-seeking backgrounds building futures in Stoke-on-Trent

An art exhibition highlights the aspirations of young people from refugee and asylum-seeking backgrounds building futures in Stoke-on-Trent | Emma Brand

Social media abuse: the perils of women speaking out Strong women who advocate for change face hostile challenges both in the press and on social media

Strong women who advocate for change face hostile challenges both in the press and on social media | Gemma Gould

The cruel impact of Labour’s new welfare reforms Bedbound reflections on Labour's welfare reforms from a Labour Party member

Bedbound reflections on Labour's welfare reforms from a Labour Party member | Helen Louise Cliff

Trans people fear prohibition-style ban in one England Council Trans women may face being excluded from public spaces that align with their gender, if a Reform motion is voted in at Bassetlaw District Council

Trans women may face being excluded from public spaces that align with their gender, if a Reform motion is voted in at Bassetlaw District Council | Sophie Molly

The ADHD brain’s unique abilities: a positive approach The cognitive differences in an ADHD brain reveal a special set of abilities; with a positive approach, they can be understood and harnessed

The cognitive differences in an ADHD brain reveal a special set of abilities; with a positive approach, they can be understood and harnessed | Sophie Copage

Rachel Taylor MP drives ambulance 1500 miles to Ukraine Rachel Taylor, MP for North Warwickshire and Bedworth completes a mission to deliver aid to Ukraine

Rachel Taylor, MP for North Warwickshire and Bedworth completes a mission to deliver aid to Ukraine | Rachel Taylor MP

Nottingham Goose Fair – an old but popular tradition The Nottingham Goose Fair is a tradition of over 700 years. It offers rides, games, food and drinks and takes place yearly in early October

The Nottingham Goose Fair is a tradition of over 700 years. It offers rides, games, food and drinks and takes place yearly in early October | Anna Schurer

Children with autism: gently helping to lift the mask Children with autism, especially girls, are too often overlooked and misunderstood. It's time for a system that recognises and supports their needs

Children with autism, especially girls, are too often overlooked and misunderstood. It's time for a system that recognises and supports their needs | Manuela Perteghella MP

Endometriosis awareness: join the conversation During Endometriosis Action Month, we talked to a Birmingham woman who is calling for more openness about the condition

During Endometriosis Action Month, we talked to a Birmingham woman who is calling for more openness about the condition | Aimee Morley

Local leaders and citizens challenge Trump’s ICE in Chicago The politicians of Chicago are joining protest organisers in the battle against Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents

The politicians of Chicago are joining protest organisers in the battle against Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents | Kim Baker

The Fayed/Harrods case bears the hallmarks of sex trafficking At least 400 women have come forward in the wake of the Harrods abuse scandal so why aren’t they being referred to the National Referral Mechanism?

At least 400 women have come forward in the wake of the Harrods abuse scandal so why aren’t they being referred to the National Referral Mechanism? | Elizabeth

Is it time to reform the Equality Act? Reform UK to repeal the Equality Act 2010 if winners of the next election, but how well does the present Equality Act protect disabled people?

Reform UK to repeal the Equality Act 2010 if winners of the next election, but how well does the present Equality Act protect disabled people? | Joyce Bullivant

How the Iran war could create a ‘fertiliser shock’ – an often ignored global risk to food prices and farming Tehran is moving to restrict – or effectively close – the Strait of Hormuz to shipping, as part of the latest escalation in the war involving Iran

Tehran is moving to restrict – or effectively close – the Strait of Hormuz to shipping, as part of the latest escalation in the war involving Iran | Nima Shokri

An incredible network of women: the cricket team driving the women’s game From Prosecco mums to league champions, Belper has built an incredible network of women – and a thriving pathway for the next generation

From Prosecco mums to league champions, Belper has built an incredible network of women – and a thriving pathway for the next generation | Simon Ferrigno

International Women’s Day 2026: We feature the powerful women of Bylines Network This International Women’s Day, Bylines Network invites you to celebrate the women who make the Network what it is

This International Women’s Day, Bylines Network invites you to celebrate the women who make the Network what it is | Anna Schurer

BYLINES NETWORK, MAKING SENSE OF OUR TIMES: POWER, PEOPLE & DEMOCRACY IN AMERICA Mike Galsworthy, in conversation with: Alexandra Hall Hall, Former UK diplomat, Washington DC. Anouska de Georgiou, Epstein survivor. Ben Meiselas, Meidas Touch Network. LIVESTREAM WEBINAR Sign up here: bit.ly/friendsofbylines bit.ly/friendsofbylines

At the Bylines Network, we're putting on a special event for supporters next Thursday, looking at the situation in the US, with diplomat Alexandra Hall Hall, Epstein survivor Anouska de Georgiou, and Ben Meiselas of the MeidasTouch Network.

Light relief for the end of winter at the Illuminate Festival The market town of Gainsborough in Lincolnshire lights up with the beautiful Illuminate Festival to chase away the last of the winter chill

The market town of Gainsborough in Lincolnshire lights up with the beautiful Illuminate Festival to chase away the last of the winter chill | Alice Brockway

"BYLINES NETWORK, MAKING SENSE OF OUR TIMES: POWER, PEOPLE & DEMOCRACY IN AMERICA Mike Galsworthy, in conversation with: Alexandra Hall Hall Former UK diplomat, Washington DC Anouska de Georgiou Epstein survivor Ben Meiselas Meidas Touch Network LIVESTREAM WEBINAR Sign up here: bit.ly/friendsofbylines bit.ly/friendsofbylines"

Making sense of a chaotic and confusing world - our new series of live-streamed webinars hosted by Mike Galsworthy starts 12 March with special guests from America.

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If God is love why is the Church of England hesitating? A gay Christian calls for the Church of England to listen to LGBTQ+ Christians who don’t ask for special treatment, but for equal grace at Christ’s table

If God is love why is the Church of England hesitating?

A gay Christian calls for the Church of England to listen to LGBTQ+ Christians who don’t ask for special treatment, but for equal grace at Christ’s table | Andrew Chandler

If God is love why is the Church of England hesitating? A gay Christian calls for the Church of England to listen to LGBTQ+ Christians who don’t ask for special treatment, but for equal grace at Christ’s table

If God is love why is the Church of England hesitating?

A gay Christian calls for the Church of England to listen to LGBTQ+ Christians who don’t ask for special treatment, but for equal grace at Christ’s table | Andrew Chandler

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Channel 4’s Dirty Business ends with screens of “facts” – but omits the Cunliffe review’s 88 reform recommendations and a forthcoming Water Reform Bill. Is that balance, asks Stephen McNair, or narrative shaping?

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If God is love why is the Church of England hesitating? A gay Christian calls for the Church of England to listen to LGBTQ+ Christians who don’t ask for special treatment, but for equal grace at Christ’s table

If God is love why is the Church of England hesitating?

A gay Christian calls for the Church of England to listen to LGBTQ+ Christians who don’t ask for special treatment, but for equal grace at Christ’s table | Andrew Chandler

Paddy Logan – Harborough’s radical Liberal hero Paddy Logan once started a fight in the Commons, but there was far more to the Liberal MP than that

Paddy Logan once started a fight in the Commons, but there was far more to the Liberal MP than that | Jonathan Calder

If God is love why is the Church of England hesitating? A gay Christian calls for the Church of England to listen to LGBTQ+ Christians who don’t ask for special treatment, but for equal grace at Christ’s table

If God is love why is the Church of England hesitating?

A gay Christian calls for the Church of England to listen to LGBTQ+ Christians who don’t ask for special treatment, but for equal grace at Christ’s table | Andrew Chandler