It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Andy Rourke after a lengthy illness with pancreatic cancer. Andy will be remembered as a kind and beautiful soul by those who knew him and as a supremely gifted musician by music fans.  We request privacy at this sad time

Amazing news ! The ZOE science and nutrition podcast is now ranked number one in the U.K. Great to be part of an amazing team spreading the word about food ! join_zoe

We're asking for an urgent review into the #BeeNetwork cycle hire scheme by Andy Burnham @OfficialTfGM

Update about the Bee Bikes in Greater Manchester from Bee Network 👇news.tfgm.com/press-releases…

Number of children killed/seriously injured by eating/touching Hemlock in 3 years 2019/2021: Zero. Number of children killed/seriously injured by cars in 2019/2021: 1694. Perhaps focus on the cars and not the Hemlock.

Call to pause Manchester car trial after cars left in the pavement

The FULL programme is here folks. Get those highlighters out. It's a big one, with some belting events and gigs, sessions, workshops and surprises. We can't wait to share it with you on the day. Download it here media.towerseyfestival.com/Towersey%20Fes…...

Investing in active travel pays back, as our #WalkingAndCyclingIndex data shows 👀 If the Government know that #ActiveTravel is so beneficial to our health, economy and the planet, then why are they continuing to forge ahead with devastating cuts to funding? 👇

Beryl Greater Manchester Police Bee Network Currently there are only around 200 operational bikes in the network, this will increase to 500 by the end of August

The Dutch invest €595 million annually on urban biking, resulting in €19 BILLION saved in public health care costs alone. That’s how smart govts do the math on investing in better mobility. Let’s be clear — it wastes public money to NOT do it. #CityMakingMath HT Melissa & Chris Bruntlett

Never text when driving

The GB #HighwayCode now includes a simple rule to make our roads safer for everyone. If you're turning at a junction, you should give way to people going straight ahead. Whoever you meet, #TravelLikeYouKnowThem. Check the changes: ow.ly/avyM50PuI0K

Introducing the Booth Centre Homelessness Prevention Hub! Our project aims to prevent homelessness, enhance wellbeing, and reduce social and economic exclusion by providing a targeted and holistic approach to homeless prevention Find out more: boothcentre.org.uk/1/post/2023/08…

#joey #microservices #kubernetes

Today marks 1,000 days since the Government's consultation on #PavementParking closed, and still no action has been taken ❌ We need a ban on pavement parking now 👇

The PM's review of 'anti-car' schemes goes against government policy of supporting LTNs and 20mph zones in England. This puts benefits such as clean air and improved public health at risk. We say NO U-turn on cycle-friendly interventions! Sign petition: ow.ly/mGKz50PxC6f

Bentley or Bicycle? (🤣 by Georgi Lechtarski) (based on the @bentleymotors #BentleyGirl meme: thepoke.co.uk/2023/08/01/ben…)

Wow Avanti West Coast has penalised me for giving up my seat to an 80-year old: "...our Seat Reservation compensation is only available to passengers who are unable to find a seat. If you voluntarily give up your seat for another passenger...we are unable to compensate."