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Husband | father | former 🔬đŸ§Șteacher | Deputy General Secretary @utu_edu #JoinAUnionđŸ’Ș #qualityeducation📚#CostOfLivingCrisis Views own RT/follow ≠ endorsement

Northern Ireland & France
Joined October 2011
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Stephen McCord (Threads / Bluesky @stephenmccord ) retweeted
Public sector unions in Ireland have accepted a pay deal of just under 11% to be implemented over the next 2 years & 9 months; initial 2% uplift followed by c1% every 4 months or so up to March 2029. Comrades north of the border have been told no pay awards until a budget.
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Stephen McCord (Threads / Bluesky @stephenmccord ) retweeted
Solange Alexandre nous a quittĂ©s Ă  104 ans. À la tĂȘte d’un maquis de trente hommes, « Corlay » combattit l’occupant et participa Ă  la libĂ©ration de la Touraine. Elle disait n’avoir fait « que son devoir ». Son devoir fut notre libertĂ©. La France n’oubliera pas. Merci.
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Stephen McCord (Threads / Bluesky @stephenmccord ) retweeted
NEW: @donie reporting that Conor McGregor is Donald Trumps second pick for new press secretary.. The best thing about this tweet is impossible to know if it's satire or not.
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Stephen McCord (Threads / Bluesky @stephenmccord ) retweeted
My sketchbook is busy... Where am I? mallettspallette.co.uk/shop
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Stephen McCord (Threads / Bluesky @stephenmccord ) retweeted
On Thursday I wrote about the 2014 injunction Russell Brand obtained against a woman who accused him of assault. I've now obtained the final order. It's breathtaking. She had no lawyer. No trial. Yet she was silenced for life - even barred from speaking to the police. đŸ§”:
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Stephen McCord (Threads / Bluesky @stephenmccord ) retweeted
New: in an usual move, @RhonddaBryant threatens to put @trussliz in charge of Northern Irelands financial affairs if an agreement isn't reached soon.
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Stephen McCord (Threads / Bluesky @stephenmccord ) retweeted
A former permanent secretary at the Department of Education (DE) alleged he was "bullied" by the education minister, a Sinn Féin assembly member (MLA) has said. bbc.in/4C2hDpl
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Stephen McCord (Threads / Bluesky @stephenmccord ) retweeted
.@NickDMathison dismantles DUP spin đŸ™‚â€â†”ïž Reform of our education system must be done đ™Źđ™žđ™©đ™ teachers, not đ™©đ™€ them. When our schools are raising serious concerns, the Education Minister must listen. That’s how we ensure our children receive the best education possible.
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Stephen McCord (Threads / Bluesky @stephenmccord ) retweeted
Trump failed at regime change in Iran but he succeeded in Texas
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Stephen McCord (Threads / Bluesky @stephenmccord ) retweeted
Buckle up Beavis and Butthead. It’s going to be a rough couple of years.
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Stephen McCord (Threads / Bluesky @stephenmccord ) retweeted
Donald (Lame) Duck.
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Stephen McCord (Threads / Bluesky @stephenmccord ) retweeted
Tonight, the American people sent a clear message — they want a politics that brings people together rather than divides them, and leaders who offer concrete solutions to the challenges they face. These results were only possible because outstanding candidates stepped forward in every region of the country — including in areas once considered long shots. They came from different backgrounds and represented a range of political perspectives, but were united by shared values, a belief in public service, and a commitment to putting the people of their districts and states first. We also owe a debt of gratitude to the thousands of election officials and volunteers from both parties who helped ensure a smooth election and carried out one of the most essential functions of our democracy. While this administration has another two years in office, our job now is to roll up our sleeves, make changes wherever we have the power to do so, prevent further damage, and lay the groundwork for the future.
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Stephen McCord (Threads / Bluesky @stephenmccord ) retweeted
This elderly couple were left to get soaked in the rain.☔ They are both obviously distressed & appear to be confused as well. The care home they belong to should feel ashamed for putting these two vulnerable residents in such a terrible situation.😡
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Stephen McCord (Threads / Bluesky @stephenmccord ) retweeted
We remember Eva Cassidy (2 February 1963 – 2 November 1996). She was capable of mastering a wide range of different musical styles. Eva Cassidy, who died 30 years ago, was one of the most versatile, authentic and gifted singers the world has ever seen: ‘The Songbird keeps singin’
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Stephen McCord (Threads / Bluesky @stephenmccord ) retweeted
We’re taking a moment today to honour Northern Irish firefighter Joe McCloskey, who lost his life 23 years ago when the roof gave way during a fire at the Gorteen House Hotel in Limavady, Co Derry. We’re thinking of all who knew and loved him.
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Stephen McCord (Threads / Bluesky @stephenmccord ) retweeted
Ciara Mageean died this morning. A light has gone out in the world. Authentic, talented, decent. Her kindness and wonderful personality was a joy to watch and see. Then came her iconic sporting achievements. When we sat down with Ciara for the GAA Social in July, she received disappointing news the day before. Ciara didn’t want to cancel, so we recorded on the Tuesday. It’s 90 minutes Oisin & myself will always treasure. She was the best of us. To Thomas, I’m so sorry. She was mad about you. To the Mageean family, all her great friends and the Portaferry community- what a stunning human being, to call one of your own. This is so unfair. I’ve never met a person who met Ciara, who didn’t love her. A one off.
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Stephen McCord (Threads / Bluesky @stephenmccord ) retweeted
Tommy Robinson’s conviction record over 21 years.
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Stephen McCord (Threads / Bluesky @stephenmccord ) retweeted
Absolutely bloody delighted that both Celebrity Traitors winners are donating their winnings to refugee charities! At a time when refugees are being demonised and scapegoated, it's brilliant to see compassion and humanity winning. Fair play! #CelebrityTraitors #TheTraitors – at Greencastle, Northern Ireland
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Stephen McCord (Threads / Bluesky @stephenmccord ) retweeted
It's been the long goodbye, but Carla Lockhart will quit the DUP early next week. She's its youngest MP with its biggest majority. She will join forces with Jim Allister - even if not joining his party. Double trouble lies ahead for the DUP. belfasttelegraph.co.uk/comme

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