Tom Burns

23 • Derry/Belfast • QUB LLB and MA• Researcher at @pivotalpolicy • views my own

[Pivotal @pivotalpolicy]

NEW Pivotal report published this morning - 'Improving the institutions: suggested reforms to the Northern Ireland Assembly and Executive'

Read the report here https://t.co/ulKuR0RspR

[Pivotal @pivotalpolicy]

We were delighted to meet with @USAinNI Consul General James Applegate today with our current PLDP cohort and Alumni for a wide-ranging discussion about diplomacy in a changing world, US-NI relations, and much more.

[Mischa Florence Gerrard @MischaGerrard]

Sharing a short (5-min) survey on violence against women and girls and everyday safety — looking at what people would realistically want from a personal security device.
NI responses especially encouraged. Would really appreciate shares.
📌 https://t.co/2KBpKHmdsj

[Mischa Florence Gerrard @MischaGerrard]

Shout-out / please share — Northern Ireland only. If you’ve had your photos edited or sexualised using Grok without consent and you’re willing to share your experience, please DM me. I’m looking to speak to people affected.

[Pivotal @pivotalpolicy]

👀New Pivotal Briefing on Northern Ireland's multi-year budget coming out on Monday

[Pivotal @pivotalpolicy]

Last night we held our final PLDP session, and heard from our working groups on their research, including on AI, VAWG, green skills, mental health, housing and many more.

Read more here: https://t.co/lgr8ry53vQ

[Pivotal @pivotalpolicy]

It’s hard to believe we are halfway through the PLDP already!

Thanks to @SuzKatW @NIChamber for speaking to our cohort last night about her varied career and how to make a lasting difference.

[Pivotal @pivotalpolicy]

At last night’s PLDP session, we had an informative and inspiring conversation about NICS careers, heard from @StephenFarryUU about the potential for AI to transform public services, and made progress on the briefing reports. A great evening!

[Pivotal @pivotalpolicy]

Last night, our PLDP cohort heard from Jonny Currie from NICVA about the challenges and opportunities in his field, as well as how to impact policy from the grassroots. James also offered insights into research methods and how we use them in our work.
Another great session!

[Pivotal @pivotalpolicy]

Delighted to attend the report launch of the new report from @CAJNi, @CoopRabble, @UNISONNI and @EqualityCoal looking at the last few months of racist disorder in Northern Ireland, and the role social media has to play. A fascinating discussion.

[Pivotal @pivotalpolicy]

Join Pivotal for a webinar with Dr Michelle Clement @MLClem , author of the new book 'The Art of Delivery: the inside story of how the Blair Government transformed Britain's public services'.

Tuesday 21 October, 2-3pm

Sign up via Eventbrite https://t.co/BgAPJzQra0

[Tom Burns @burns_tom_]

Delighted to have met our cohort last night and looking forward to seeing what the next few weeks bring!

[Pivotal @pivotalpolicy]

Last night, we held the first meeting of our Policy Leadership Development Programme!

We discussed a range of topics, from government structures to marine biology, VAWG, skills, energy and much more.

We loved meeting everyone and can’t wait for the next 8 weeks!

[BBC The View @bbctheview]

Last week @little_pengelly said a critical report on the performance of the Executive was "a nonsense". This morning the women who oversaw the report, Ann Watt of @pivotalpolicy , said the dFM comments are "inappropriate", and she stands by everything in the report.

[Tom Burns @burns_tom_]

Applications for the first PLDP cohort close today at 5pm. This will be the last chance to get on to what will be an exciting and informative programme so don't miss it!

[Pivotal @pivotalpolicy]

PLDP applications are now live!
Whether you have experience of policy, or want to develop new skills, then we strongly encourage you to sign up. Applications close at 5pm on 8 Sept.
Follow the link below or scan the QR code in the video.
https://t.co/2sE9pgAzoR

[Pivotal @pivotalpolicy]

Just under a week left to apply for Pivotal's new Policy Leadership Development Programme. More info below ⬇️

[The Irish News @irish_news]

The Stormont executive needs to show “political bravery and unity” in order to tackle mounting challenges across the north’s failing public services, according to an independent think-tank.

Pivotal’s latest biannual tracker of the regional administration’s performance says a “step-change” is required and that ministers need to address persistent problems, while delivering tangible improvements in people’s daily lives.

Read more: https://t.co/JOkTEJqACq

[The Irish News @irish_news]

Time for Stormont to match the lovely words with tangible actions - The Irish News view https://t.co/r1mT4i52Fh

[Belfast Telegraph @BelTel]

Think tank says our politicians need to be honest with public about difficult decisions needed, and doing nothing not an option

@AllisonMorris1 https://t.co/yimZjSzWX5 https://t.co/yimZjSzWX5

[Tom Burns @burns_tom_]

The latest in our Tracker series, taking a look at actions on the PfG, departmental announcements and more 👇

[Pivotal @pivotalpolicy]

🚨 New Pivotal tracker report reviews recent progress by the Northern Ireland Executive on the Programme for Government and other priorities

Read the report here https://t.co/CWD7fHUlEp

[Pivotal @pivotalpolicy]

Good conversation here from @StormontSources and @C_Fitz_ about the problems with the anti-poverty strategy. Connects into a overall pattern of Executive strategies promising a lot - but without proper action plans or funding to make change happen.