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@adey70

TV Editor . Freelance writer: TV, film, music, the arts. Trustee . Derby, Coventry, N London, Glasgow, SE London...

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Joined February 2009
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  1. 3 hours ago

    We have an app, folks. And you can read my Russell T Davies interview on it and everything...

    I'm reading Russell T Davies on his new Aids drama It's a Sin via the The Big Issue UK app Fantastic interview by ⁦⁩
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    Jan 19

    Playlist celebrating Dolly Parton's 75th birthday now on 6 Music, for anyone who needs some sunshine this dank morning.

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  3. Jan 18

    One of many fave bits from my interview with Russell T Davies in this week's . It's a Sin is incredible – a story of solidarity and devotion through the most terrifying situation. And Olly Alexander and his co-stars are sensational.

    russell t davies on olly - the big issue ☄️💫
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    Jan 14

    I spoke to Dennis Bovell and Steve McQueen about Silly Games, Lovers Rock and the birth of British reggae.

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    Jan 14

    When she posted a picture of measly free school meals online, had no idea of the reaction that would follow. "The story isn’t over yet, more is yet to do," she writes.

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  6. Jan 13

    Had a lovely chat about Bowie, music, community, archaeology and the VITAL IMPORTANCE of playgrounds during lockdown with for this week's . Please subscribe to the magazine if you can while our vendors can't sell it.

    “It is certainly not a jukebox musical or sprawling biopic. It’s only a couple of weeks. And that’s the only film about him that I would have wanted to make." The trailer for Starman was controversial, so is here to set the record straight
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    Jan 12

    Just hand out cash. Give the money to the families in need. Don't use some intermediary who'll cream their own shine off the top. Treat people with respect. Give them agency in their lives. Why does the government keep getting this so wrong? Also, Rashford, again, is incredible

    Then imagine we expect the children to engage in learning from home. Not to mention the parents who, at times, have to teach them who probably haven’t eaten at all so their children can... We MUST do better. This is 2021
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  8. Jan 8

    My all-time fave club. Was there at the first night and the last. Such times. Cheers, Erol...

    Trash closed it’s doors for good exactly 14 years ago today. Still miss it from time to time, I miss this place. The End.
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    30 Dec 2020

    For those of us old enough to remember the bureaucratic barriers to simply playing shows in Europe, heartfelt thanks to , and Tim Brennan for getting this ball rolling.

    An amendment to the legislation on Brexit to make sure musicians, performers and their crews can tour
    🎶 MUSIC THREAD: despite today in the Commons being very frustrating and there being no time to debate amendments, have tabled this >> We need to make sure musicians, performers and their crews can tour.
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    28 Dec 2020

    Confusing though it may be, today is Monday. Which means we have a new . Leading the charge into a brighter (hopefully) 2021 is he of the twinkletoes,

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    23 Dec 2020

    "I will continue to champion the voices of people experiencing homelessness" Let Big Issue vendor turned top firefighter inspire you

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    21 Dec 2020

    Christmas week is traditionally the busiest time of the year for Big Issue vendors. But new tier four restrictions mean close to a thousand are now unable to sell the magazine on the street. Here's how you can still support your local vendor.

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  13. 21 Dec 2020

    Important thread below - please share and please find a way to get the new Big Issue that’s out today, so we can support our vendors through these toughest of times...

    This morning, we have a very special Christmas edition out on the streets. We published an additional mag this year, to give our vendors a fighting chance of really earning. Then, new lockdown restrictions hit...
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    19 Dec 2020

    Find your vendor outside if you can today. New restrictions could be devastating in south England. And remember, subscribe. What a gift! .

    If you're out getting some last minute Christmas shopping today don't forget your local Big Issue seller! This week features an interview with , Mr Motivator's winter workout, the pets who got us through 2020 & more. Help someone in need and get a great read too:
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    18 Dec 2020

    Results of the first HMP Lewes challenge (TV/Film review) are in. Awards and feedback from who commented on both the quality and range of the reviews. Some snippets follow:

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    16 Dec 2020

    The has launched a film with London vendor Martin asking people to remember vendors this Christmas. Show your support at . Watch “Remember Me” here:

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  17. 14 Dec 2020

    Christopher Eccleston and our new ambassadors are bringing such energy and passion to the role. It properly warms the heart…

    Tomorrow at 9.20am look out for chatting to about his new role as Ambassador. It’s so important we support the vendors.
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    14 Dec 2020

    Rough sleeping can be ended if the political will exists to end it, as we saw through 'Everyone In' earlier this year. Nobody should be sleeping rough on our streets.

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    13 Dec 2020

    "The Small Axe films have allowed black Britain to congregate over an extremely rare televisual representation of black identity". My piece for on black British film, the black family, identification and Small Axe filling 'the spiritual void'.

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  20. 13 Dec 2020

    Brilliant writing on by .

    As comes to a close this evening, celebrates and laments what has become a unique cultural moment
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