We signed this letter a while ago and it feels worth sharing again now. If you don't follow the issues it can be hard to understand what the difference is between decrim and legalisation, and what's at stake, but this links to good explanations too: decrimnow.org.uk/open-letter-on…

If you're a fan of children's literature, a children's author at any stage of your career get along to this, so many fabulous nuggets of information and history in this book. Including why, a week with Willi, the worm became a hungry caterpillar.

Just so's you know

Fabulous stuff...

📢WE'RE HIRING📢 Are you looking for a role where you can help create effective change? If you want to get stuck into research based tasks and provide administrative support, join us as a Projects Administrator. Closing 10 September, 5pm. Apply: gypsy-traveller.org/about-us/vacan…

This year was the second year I visited Koestler to review submissions to their non fiction writing category alongside Michael Holland. It is a privilege to be able to read and offer encouraging feedback to those often writing from a place of struggle and hope. The pen frees us

The shoestring that Traveller Pride runs on is very close to snapping, but also we have some fun things coming up, and I'd love to be able to eat food and have hot showers whilst we do those things. gofundme.com/f/traveller-pr…

Claire Rice explores in depth the challenges of the UK housing crisis and proposes targeted solutions. The UK housing crisis is a multifaceted issue that affects various populations differently. Read Claire's full article on our website: travellerstimes.org.uk/features/addre…

Do you want to deliver culturally appropriate healthcare to Gypsies and Travellers? We've put together a leaflet outlining common prostate cancer symptoms, with a helpful diagram to use to show doctors where the issue is. Read: gypsy-traveller.org/resource/gypsy…

As members of the Alliance for Racial Justice we are proud to have contributed to this report. Contained in this report is an important assessment of the #EqualityAct2010 and its failure to tackle institutional racism. The Alliance calls on The Labour Party to urgently update the Act.

Almost back to school time! Here is a wonderful resource for teachers and parents to use and learn more about Gypsy and Traveller cultures too... #inclusion

It's a first step, and the rest of the holiday park industry will need to examine itself, but it is at least a first step...

Sooooo, a bit of news. I have been cast in the upcoming production of The Borrowers at Gate Theatre To say I am thrilled would be a complete understatement. ❤️

Brilliant, Raine - well done.

Dreams, and Songs to Sing – a free exhibition by Bradford-based photographer Cath Muldowney, created in partnership with members of Bradford’s Gypsy & Traveller communities at Cartwright Hall Gallery celebrates its successful summer: travellerstimes.org.uk/news/2024/09/d…

#ReinstateWinterFuelPayments Our house is old, the front windows are not double glazed. Our daughter advised us to buy a dehumidifier to deal with the mould on the windows due to us not heating rooms. Glad we did as it looks like it will be getting a lot more use this winter. 🌨️

Delighted that write into culture are taking part in this beautiful event Chelsea Mac Donnchadha Leeds Gypsy and Traveller Exchange

People from Gypsy and Traveller communities had a lot to say about the education offered in prisons! Accessing it, the appropriateness of it, having to choose between work or education, not being unlocked to attend education. It must be inclusive!

Massive congratulations to Dr. Thomas McCann who graduated from Maynooth University with a PhD along with five degree graduates from the Traveller community. Thomas will be joining speaking at our upcoming conference. #tmconference24

Parents and carers: there's been a change of T-Code language if not of policy when it comes to taking children out of school. Still no clarity on being absent for a "substantial part of the year". For more details, check this out from Friends, Families & Travellers gypsy-traveller.org/news/new-t-cod…