Loretta was a supremely talented actor. She deserved all her 10 EMMY nominations and her 2 wins. But more than acting her part, she created it. She worked hard In showing the writing staff how they could turn the character from a one joke sexist stereotype into a real person --

We have a proud history of protest. We must continue on that path, instead of following the tide of authoritarian laws that’s undermining freedom globally. Read on: amn.st/60134nmiV

🚨BREAKING: We’re deeply concerned at the use of counter terrorism powers to target protest groups. This is the latest in a succession of measures taken by the UK government to clamp down on protest in the UK.

On Saturday 28th I'm leading a walk for London Festival of Architecture Beyond the New Builds: Voices from Nine Elms' Past. Drawing on voices from the archives, the walk highlights less well-known aspects of the area’s rich history. #LFA2025 #Voices …yondTheNewBuildsWalk.eventbrite.co.uk

The government seems confused between protest and terrorism. To clarify, what Israel is doing is terrorism. What Palestine Action is doing is protesting it. theguardian.com/uk-news/2025/j…

🌳 Dame Judi Dench is calling for the return of ancient woodlands. Will you sign the petition to help restore the Ghost Woods and protect our green spaces for future generations? you.38degrees.org.uk/petitions/brin… via 38 Degrees

Over 60 MPs have signed the EDM. Will you email your MP? amn.st/6004fB9CM

Marline's grapefruit tree has been given protected status 🥹 bbc.in/4mr1bpU

Calling all Sagittarians. Here's your horoscope by Patrick Arundell in today's Metro (August 19, 2025). Remember, 'You don't need permission to be radiant as you already are.'

how is it almost September? hilaireinlondon.co.uk/2025/08/30/how… via Hilaire 🧡

Mohammad Ramez al-Sultan was one of Gaza’s most talented young soccer players. He carries number 8 on his back. Mohammad was killed along with his father on 9/12/2025 along with 43 family members.

We need as many people as possible to agree with putting in place more ways to increase funding rather than making cuts and essentially punishing those who are already suffering. Tax the Rich – Wealth Tax Now oxfam.org.uk/get-involved/c…

a toot or two on my trumpet hilaireinlondon.co.uk/2025/10/04/a-t… via Hilaire 🧡

Last night, the Wandsworth Tories brought a motion criticising the Council for not clamping down on the demonstrations and peace camp, focused on the US Embassy in Nine Elms. I spoke in defence of the right to protest. Wandsworth Friends of Palestine

Plaques on cricket Pavillion Battersea Park. Great turnout, speeches from Marsha, Alexander Williams HE Jamaica, Mayor Jeremy, Cllr Maurice McLeod, Joyce Fraser, Nooah, Sarah Turner and friends footballer mates of Bob. Marley’s Spirit pervaded overlooking where he kicked about.

'We can imagine the scene: a group of young men gathered in a candle-lit room behind locked doors, listening with tense excitement as Catesby unfolded the plot.' From James I and the Gunpowder Plot by L. Du Garde Peach, illustrated by John Kenney (Ladybird Books, 1967).

We need as many people as possible to agree with putting in place more ways to increase funding rather than making cuts and essentially punishing those who are already suffering. Tax the Rich – Wealth Tax Now oxfam.org.uk/get-involved/c…

I've just added my name to tell Keir Starmer to STOP Rosebank, the UK's largest undeveloped oil field - will you add your name too? It takes just 20 seconds: act.stoprosebank.org.uk/a/keir-starmer…

Some exciting news - I've been awarded a London Borough of Culture Micro-commission to deliver three walks and poetry workshops in February. hilaireinlondon.co.uk/2025/11/14/one…

If we don’t act now, many child refugees will be left in war zones or unsafe camps, away from their mums and dads. Email the Home Secretary now to stop the suspension of refugee family reunion – it just takes a minute >> act.safepassage.org.uk/email-home-sec…