Gemma Sweeney

single mum to three lovely kids, scientist turned administrator, recently retired, loves to cook

[Gemma Sweeney @gemmamelanie]

@coopuk Thank you but I don’t want a refund I want accurate packaging! This isn’t acceptable- surely the weight of products are checked? It’s ruined my last two bakes by assuming that 250g is actually 250g. That cost me much more!

[Gemma Sweeney @gemmamelanie]

Hey @coopuk did you know your Müller butter is sold as 250g packs but are actually less than 200g? After several baking fails recently I decided to check. I bought two today which are 183 and 186g respectively.

[Gemma Sweeney @gemmamelanie]

I think it’s time only women were in positions of power. I’d trust most women to sort out disputes and finances then put dinner on the table and the kids to bed. Men start wars because they’ve got a small penis, and can just about order a takeaway

[Gemma Sweeney @gemmamelanie]

@KatiePennick @susie5581 I checked my PIP assessment notes & I told them I couldn’t have baths because I couldn’t lift myself out due to MS. I went to my car to take the call due to bad signal in house, and because I got in my car without obvious distress they concluded I must be able get out of the bath

[Gyll King Post Skip Diplomacy @GyllKing]

The King has been given a raise of £45 million. That's the equivalent of 115,000 disabled people set to lose their standard rate PIP.
If we can't afford to look after disabled citizens we sure as hell cannot afford the luxury of a King.

[Gemma Sweeney @gemmamelanie]

Maybe #DisabilityBenefits reform could focus on whether an individual is suffering from a progressive or permanent disability or not. If their condition can be treated, they’re offered treatment, and benefits until they are well. If it can’t be treated, award benefits permanently

[Gemma Sweeney @gemmamelanie]

I voted Labour and was proud to do so. I believe Keir Starmer to be a serious and statesmanlike politician. BUT making savings by withdrawing support to the disabled is shameful, particularly when govt have done nothing to tackle the horrifically greedy energy and water companies

[Gemma Sweeney @gemmamelanie]

@ProfRArmitage @leedslawschool @leedsbeckett Congratulations Rachel!

[Gemma Sweeney @gemmamelanie]

@__shiticantsay I’m 53 and still have this dream regularly. And it’s always English Literature and I haven’t read any of the novels

[Gemma Sweeney @gemmamelanie]

@DrBGolding Sorry to hear this Berenice x

[Rob @_ROB_29]

This is so stupid that I can’t stop laughing 😂😂😂

If everyone sprinted on the job

[Gemma Sweeney @gemmamelanie]

@themsguide I get upset when Drs & friends tell me to exercise. I am 15 years post dx & have been relatively well until recently. But, even when I was ok & working, exercise was at a huge cost & I would be unable to function the next day. Now I can barely walk at all- exercise is impossible

[Gemma Sweeney @gemmamelanie]

@MSawarenessIndy I had RRMS for 13 years and was relatively well. When my symptoms worsened I was diagnosed with SPMS and my meds changed from Fingolimod to Sipinomod. My symptoms are worsening almost daily & Sipinomod is clearly not helping but it seems there is no alternative? Very frustrated.

[Gemma Sweeney @gemmamelanie]

@hayley_gorton Many congratulations Hayley!

[Gemma Sweeney @gemmamelanie]

@themsguide For anyone feeling frustrated that they didn’t act sooner or start DMTs until too late- it doesn’t always help. I was diagnosed 14 years ago and was on DMTs almost immediately. Now I have SPMS and I am quite disabled - and have been for a few years.

[Gemma Sweeney @gemmamelanie]

@ProfRArmitage Congratulations!

[Gemma Sweeney @gemmamelanie]

@StephanieRiou It’s not her definitely! I can’t understand why anyone would think this even remotely could be her. What on earth is going on? I’m no fan of the monarchy but I am definitely intrigued by this and can’t wait to find out the truth….

[Gemma Sweeney @gemmamelanie]

@wmarybeard @HackneyAbbott It’s predictable and unsurprising. But it’s unacceptable. The misogyny and racism is absolutely clear. If these comments had been made about a white male MP there’s absolutely no way he wouldn’t have spoken today. Hats off to Diane for her composure but this isn’t ok.

[Gemma Sweeney @gemmamelanie]

@jk_rowling I am surprised how many people think this is funny. I am sad JKR is even trying to ruin Mother’s Day by stirring up hate. I am blown away by how such a talented, successful person spends their time on nastiness. Just enjoy your life and wealth & leave your sad comments out of it.

[Gemma Sweeney @gemmamelanie]

Watching Great British menu. What an amazing show! Just wish I could afford to buy ANY of the amazing ingredients they cook with. I went to the supermarket today and came home with very little. Just too expensive! General election NOW