William Fairhurst

Tech Evangelist | Petrolhead

[Prof B Buchanan OBE FRSE @billatnapier]

Leadership works best when people do the things they want to do - and not forced to do

[William Fairhurst @WFairhurst]

@DarkBlueMonkey Excellent times - look after that mug it’s a collectors item now!

[William Fairhurst @WFairhurst]

@DarkBlueMonkey That mug is also very retro!

[William Fairhurst @WFairhurst]

@Sean_Nicol People using old school technology like text deserve a wee delay

[Ricky Nicol @rickynic]

Telco bosses tell UK government to 'get on with it' on fibre Big names in the UK telecoms industry urged the government to push on with plans... https://t.co/vHkxxln7KF

[Mike Harvey @MacallaMike]

Canal towpath between Falkirk and Linlithgow near Whitecross. ⁦@scottishcanals⁩ @BBCScotlandNews⁩

[LordProvostEdinburgh @LordProvostEdin]

BT broadband unavailable

Due to the heavy rain last night, BT Broadband is currently unavailable to about 120,000 of their customers in the west of Edinburgh.
The BT Group is investigating the incident and will provide updates. It’s not expected to be fixed before this evening.

[William Fairhurst @WFairhurst]

@VirginHolidays I was due to fly with my family on the 28th March to Florida. Holiday cancelled and refund promised, have been in my account pressed the refund button - its been 100 days how much longer should I wait until my refund? #virginholidays #virginnorefundsupportgroup

[Ricky Nicol @rickynic]

I am delighted to announce another major contract win for @Commsworld
Digital Transformation is crucial to our country
Commsworld wins multi-million pound deal to transform Renfrewshire Council’s digital infrastructure in partnership with CityFibre https://t.co/1clGkPl1On

[BrewDog @BrewDog]

From July 13th electricity used to make our beers will come directly from wind turbines, near our brewery in Ellon.

Wind energy is clean & renewable and, we believe holds huge potential for the future.

We are on a mission to be the world’s most sustainable drinks company.

[Commsworld @Commsworld]

Have you picked up a copy of today’s @heraldscotland newspaper? Commsworld are in the @BusinessHQmag talking about how technology will play a pivotal role as we emerge from the #Covid19UK pandemic:

[Commsworld @Commsworld]

Commsworld Chairman, John Trower joined @BBCRadioScot this morning to discuss how investment in digital infrastructure can help revive the economy post COVID-19, did you catch it? He recently shared his thoughts here: https://t.co/oPrdxNXI0b

[Mike McGrail | Whisky & Spirits Marketer @mike_mcgrail]

I think we can stop saying things like 'nice to e-meet you' when being introduced for the first time over email. For the foreseeable, 'virtual' meetings are the norm.

[Keir Starmer @Keir_Starmer]

George Floyd must not become just another name. His shocking death should be the catalyst for change.

To build a better society we must stand together against racism and injustice.

[Deborah Meaden 🇺🇦 @DeborahMeaden]

So, is your MP letting Cummings get away with it? Relying on boredom and short attention spans? We shouldn't let them. To be clear, the damage to trust is laid squarely @BorisJohnson door and his failure to place Country above one Individual. if we let this go its what we deserve

[Getgo Studio - Video Production @GetgoStudio]

The easing of lockdown measures across the UK means we can start to shoot again! Strict social distancing measures and processes will of course be in-place.

[Commsworld @Commsworld]

A company’s technology organisation design should support its business strategy, not constrain it. That's why our @E_C_S Managed Service provides you with all the resources & professional expertise needed to help streamline system management: https://t.co/UzGUmNr2lo

[James B Watt MBE @JamesBWatt]

Just sent a case of this beer to No. 10 Downing St.

With a note that it is best enjoyed in rose gardens, whilst discussing all the latest cummings & goings.

I hope the beer gets to @BorisJohnson

You can get some here: https://t.co/5jY3tCAmLv

[Commsworld @Commsworld]

Delighted that Commsworld and @E_C_S were able to help provide internet access so quickly, especially in such difficult circumstances so women and children can maintain contact with family, friends and their community online.