Delivering the annual #dorothylsayerslecture yesterday in Witham Essex Library Service for the @EssexBookFest I had the chance to meet Dorothy & her cat Blitz. Did u know that DLS is on the curriculum in the Indian state of Bihar with questions about her essay 'How Free is the Press?'

The Society was honoured to hear Vaseem Khan give the Annual Dorothy L Sayers lecture @EssexBookFest It was a wonderful talk, giving historical and political context to his novels, referencing the work of DLS as essayist and translator.

Looking forward to a Sunday of The History Books at Layer Marney Tower, featuring Dr Estelle Paranque Ysenda MaxtoneGraham, Simon Heffer & Rowan Pelling. Book tix via @EssexBookFest

Do check this out - not just a great guide but beautifully produced. As well as viewing online, do pick up a copy if you see one. 👍🌟 👇

Pam Cox elected as the new Labour MP for Colchester. The first woman to ever represent Colchester and the first Labour MP elected since 1945. An historic moment. It’s time now to serve the people of Colchester and the country.

A historic milestone for women, with all signs pointing towards more than 40% women MPs - that’s 260 (the most ever) women in parliament! [1/3]

Huge congratulations to Diane Abbott MP, who takes up the mantle as Mother of the House – the longest-standing woman MP. Diane is a trailblazer, first elected in 1987, and we look forward to working with her in her new position.

Congratulations Angela Rayner on your appointment as Deputy Prime Minister. It's always great to see public figures role-modelling inclusion, and we've loved seeing Angela's posts sharing her sign language skills. Here's a throwback to her Sign Language Week post this year. ⬇️

A Council of the Regions and Nations will change the way the UK is run - and give the North of England more say than ever before. Historic meeting in Downing Street today.

We are very proud the Deputy Prime Minster Angela Rayner has been an advocate of British Sign Language (BSL) having learnt BSL. Now it’s time to ensure BSL is placed in every deaf child’s hands because the system doesn’t offer free BSL to parents of deaf children #BSLinOurHands

Global Village is coming to #Rayleigh! Join us for this special event with live music, storytelling, delicious food + drink, tai chi, origami, Bollywood dance, Henna Art and more! Sat 27 July 12-7pm, King George V Playing Field - FREE ALL WELCOME Rochford DC Usifu Jalloh #UKSPF

81 years ago today, on July 10, 1943, Arthur Ashe was born. He was the first Black man to win men's singles at #Wimbledon, the #USOpen, and the #AustralianOpen, and he blazed a trail for so many to follow. His legacy lives on.

Yesterday for the first time a female Lady Chief Justice swore in a female Lord Chancellor (officiated by a female Clerk of the Crown). History.

Whoopee, brilliant news, congratulations 👏🎉🍸

Our 75th Birthday celebration gwlc1967.blogspot.com/2024/07/our-75…

During the launch of Extraordinary Essex and the Cultural Ambassadors Programme, we caught up with some of the Essex Ambassadors to find out why they think Essex is so Extraordinary. #PeopleMakeUs #CulturalAmbassadors #CultureEssex

We are delighted to announce six new Honorary Fellowships. Honorary Fellowships are granted by our Board of Directors to members in recognition of exemplary lifetime service to the CIPR or wider PR profession. Congratulations to: Richard Bagnall, FCIPR, FPRCA, FAMEC Pat Gaudin Henry Gewanter Avril Lee

This tv version of one of my favourite books by Bernardine Evaristo is simply brilliant. Big up to all involved particularly Lennie James who gives us an acting masterclass. Loved every second. #MrLoverman ♥️📺📚

Happy Purple Tuesday! 💜 Celebrate with spectacular events across the UK and worldwide, promoting accessibility for everyone, everywhere! To find out more visit: purpletuesday.co/About-Us/Press…