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You can take the page, but not the voice:

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You Can Take the Page, But You Can’t Take the Voice There’s a reason I have more than one Facebook account, and it isn’t secrecy, dishonesty, or anything sinister. It’s survival. Alt text: Screenshot of a Facebook notification confirming an account has been reinstated. At the top is a green shield with a tick and the text “You’re back on Facebook. Your account is no longer suspended.” Below, a section titled “What this means” explains that Facebook reviewed the account and found it follows Community Standards on fraud and deception. The message ends with an apology for the suspension and states it was a precaution to help keep people on Facebook safe. The attacks on my advocacy haven’t stopped. If anything, they’ve become more coordinated, more calculated, and more revealing of how broken our systems are when it comes to protecting disabled people and those who speak up for them. My profiles are being falsely reported — not because I’ve breached policies, not because I’ve caused harm,...
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CPN comes to an end but the hate is neverending:

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CPN has come to an end but the hate is neverending: Happy to announce that the false Community Protection Notice issued against me has now officially come to an end - after having to do a SAR request for the information and end dates. This notice was pushed by: • Amy Turner (Sisters of Support) – who repeatedly harassed my inbox and coerced members of her support group into lying to the police about me, after bullying me out of the group and breaking a verbal agreement to remain impartial between them, the police, and myself. • Anthony Beddard (All Disabilities Matter | Cllr) – who prioritised promotions over disabled rights, publicly thanked someone who had been abusive to me, and then lied to the police. He is now a councillor at Great Aycliffe Town Council. • Paul Howarth (Newton Press / Ayclive) – who caused the entire ordeal after being verbally abusive to my son and me over the phone because he refused to represent me fairly, and then refused to apologise. He continued this beh...
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Step away from socials this winter:

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As an advocate, watching what’s happening online right now — the lashing out, the ableism, the infighting — I genuinely recommend people take huge breaks from social media this winter. Misunderstanding someone and choosing to insult them isn’t helping anyone. Being Disabled and expecting other differently-disabled people to suffer is never the answer. Trying to dictate who “deserves” support or manipulating conversations around benefits is abusive, full stop. If you’re feeling overwhelmed or acting out of spite, please step back. Others don’t need your negativity at a time when everything is already amplified and difficult. And yes — that goes for the “nasty sorts” too. Take a break before you pour your BS onto people who are already struggling. Suicidal ideation is high this time of year. People deserve support and compassion — not lectures, judgement, or power-tripping. Abuse and hate have never solved anything, so ask yourself why you think you’re being “superior” while behaving in ...
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New Position: Director:

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I’m proud to share that I’ve stepped into the role of Director & Disability Advocate at Let’s Talk North East (LTNE). Anyone who knows me knows this isn’t just a title — it’s the work I live every single day. Fighting for accessibility. Challenging the systems that shut disabled people out. Speaking up when we’re dismissed, ignored, or treated as an afterthought. I’ve done that on my own for a long time, fuelled by lived experience, stubbornness, and the belief that disabled voices deserve to be heard. Now, I get to bring that same fire into a space built for real conversations and real change. LTNE gives me the platform to push harder, shout louder, and advocate alongside people who genuinely care about the North East community. My focus is simple: Break down barriers. Amplify disabled voices. Create a region where accessibility isn’t an afterthought but a standard. I’m ready for this next chapter — and I’m not doing it quietly. 🔗 letstalknortheast.org Sarah Wingfield  Indepe...
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Accessibility Shouldn’t Hurt

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Sorry everyone, I needed to take some space today as I got completely dysregulated after everything this morning. I’ve been trying to get on a Ferris wheel for three years in a row, and today was meant to finally be the day. But after the way I was spoken to and the absolute malarkey trying to access support, I had to take some space.  When you’re AuADHD and already overwhelmed, you can’t just carry on as normal — I couldn’t go out dysregulated. It isn’t safe, and it isn’t fair. I ended up missing the Stockton Ferris wheel because of it. And that’s the part people don’t understand: disabilities put us at a disadvantage. When getting help is this difficult — to the point I end up in sensory overload and emotional dysregulation — then it isn’t accessibility. It’s a barrier dressed up as support. I’ve cried all day. I’m tired of fighting for the bare minimum. We even drove to Whitby, and theirs had already been taken down. Year four of the Ferris wheel mission, apparently! It’s honest...
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Bishop Auckland Christmas Town Access Denied:

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Bridge Creative  Baccanalia  Bishop Auckland's Christmas Town Access Denied : This event is completely inaccessible for me as a disabled woman — all because they don’t offer a pass I can actually use. I just wanted to ride the Ferris wheel, but they’re charging £22 a ticket… which means £44 for me and my carer. How is that fair? Honestly, wtf. Disabled people shouldn’t have to pay double just to experience the exact same thing as everyone else. They need smaller, flexible passes for those of us who only want access to specific rides. I’ve contacted them by email and by phone, and still no response. No support. No assistance. Nothing. We deserve better. Accessibility shouldn’t be an afterthought. UPDATE: They have responded this morning, however still no passes for myself are accessible, and just one free PA pass for my carer. (Fees for additional carer passes). I don't understand why I have to pay so much for access to one Ferris wheel. Bishop Auckland's Christmas Town —...
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Aycliffe Alternative Magazine December 2025:

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 A Quick Flick Through December’s Aycliffe Alternative Magazine — Issue 02 I’m excited to share the December edition of Aycliffe Alternative Magazine — Issue 02. This isn’t just another local magazine — it’s a space for voices that don’t always get heard, stories that are often overlooked, and art that doesn’t fit neatly into the usual pages of mainstream media. Each issue is about celebrating community, creativity, and authenticity. Issue 02 continues that mission with a mix of local stories, alternative culture, and personal voices that remind us of the richness and diversity of our town. This edition is packed with exciting features: EPW Wrestling Ticket Competition – three sets of three family tickets to be won! Underground Music Scene Spotlight – we take you inside Bonesfest2 with the amazing K•Doll. Heartwarming Community Stories – showcasing local talents and uplifting stories. Our Very First Featured Alternative Model – meet Lora Black, proudly from Newton Aycliffe. What st...
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