Chris Coates

Expect HR, Leeds, culture, games, ttrpgs. HR & Support Services manager for Leeds Heritage Theatres. ex-Leeds Playhouse, ex Leeds City Council. He/him/his, gay

[GeniusThinking @GeniusGTX]

Yesterday, 3M people found my weird obsession with cognitive biases.

A "cognitive bias" is a systematic error in thinking that destroys decision-making.

7 more of the most powerful (and dangerous) cognitive biases I've found: 🧵

1. Confirmation Bias:

[VoluntaryActionLeeds @VolActionLeeds]

2025 Winter Wellbeing Support Information for the festive period from Touchstone Support👉
https://t.co/sL2EEqmCj2

For more details on the organisation visit👉 https://t.co/eIG0culr0i

[The ABTT @theabtt]

Providers and employers, help us reboot the ABTT Apprentice Network so it works for you and your apprentices. The Network will support anyone in the Creative Industries and anyone considering or currently working as an apprentice.

Share your feedback: https://t.co/5VHsKu1lKf

[Leeds Health and Care Partnership @LeedsHCP]

If you need urgent medical help but you're not sure where to go, use 111 to get assessed and directed to the right place for you.​ Call, go online or use the NHS App.

➡️ https://t.co/ThXLVBb47F

[Mental Health Foundation @mentalhealth]

In our latest blog, Aaron explores his own difficulties with Christmas as well as the challenges many of us face during the festive season and the steps we can take to help protect our mental health during this time. 💜

You can read it now: https://t.co/wu9pZaT4FD

[🔳Simon Hodgson🔳 @SimonHodgsonLCC]

#CitySafeLeeds💜

🌳Plse take 5 to
HaveYourSay on proposals to
reimagine
#PennyPocketPark Church Walk, York Street & Minister Gardens
https://t.co/5L09hXhukq 💚open till 5th Jan

🌳A Safer, Cleaner & Welcoming gateway for all
#LeedsAmbitions

[Mental Health Foundation @mentalhealth]

Everyone deserves good mental health, and that includes men. 💜

If you’re struggling, please remember that you are not alone.

If you, or someone you know is finding life tough, these brilliant charities help. 💜

#movember #mensmentalhealth #internationalmensday

[PHRC Leeds @PHRCLeeds]

World Diabetes Day is on 14 November. The Diabetes Leeds website is a central source of all diabetes information in Leeds. You can find information on reducing your risk of, and managing, type 2 diabetes and where to go for more support. Free resources also available at the PHRC!

[50 Things to Do @50TTD]

Baby Week UK 2025: Celebrating Play and Early Childhood ✨
As we look ahead to Baby Week (14 - 20th November 2025), we invite you all to get involved! This year's theme is Healthy Parent, Healthy Child.

Read the blog here: https://t.co/GrbZRs7pLA #BabyWeek

[Leeds+ @LeedsPlusSocial]

Visit the Light Night Leeds website for the full list of installations, and don’t forget to use the Light Night Rider bus on the night to get easily from zone to zone! 🚌 @LeedsCC_News

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[VoluntaryActionLeeds @VolActionLeeds]

Welcome Spaces - 2025 / 26 🧡

Don't delay, apply to become a Welcome Space. Applications are closing soon, at 12 noon on 20 October 2025.

Get involved👉https://t.co/JfdjkK3ljM

[Samaritans @samaritans]

Tomorrow is World Mental Health Day - and we want you to know: we see you, you matter and we’re here for you if life feels tough.

Call us on 116 123 💚

[Disability Rights UK @DisRightsUK]

🎨 Want to have your say and share your experiences of accessing creative spaces?

Join Make It Together – an online creative hangout for Deaf and Disabled people, hosted by artist, poet, author, Emma Major.

📅 5 Nov, 12–1pm
💻 Online on Zoom

Sign up👇
https://t.co/ht2nxVAvt0

[Trustees' Week @TrusteesWeek]

We have free events taking place every day this #TrusteesWeek (3-7 November)

Take your pick and sign up to secure your place! https://t.co/FpYfuKVq8E

#TrusteesWeek #TrusteesWeek2025

[Samaritans @samaritans]

If you take one thing from World Suicide Prevention Day today it should be this: if you think someone isn’t OK, ask them about it. You can interrupt someone’s suicidal thoughts. You could even save their life.

Let’s prevent suicide today. Because tomorrow’s too late.

[🔳Simon Hodgson🔳 @SimonHodgsonLCC]

✴️Sept for young people means it’s getting back in 2 those daily routines, back 2 school or college

✴️Whether U stroll, strut or skip, plan #SaferJourneys with the free, fab & inclusive #WalkSafe app~24/7

Here are a few of its capabilities⬇️⬇️⬇️

#BeSafeFeelSafe
#CitySafeLeeds

[Inclusion London @InclusionLondon]

Do you use the Access to Work scheme? Have you been reassessed in the last two years?

Complete the Disability Poverty Campaign Group's survey to help gather evidence for our campaign to protect vital support for Disabled people at work. Closing 28 Sep. https://t.co/5ixs8Yrqnl

[Carers UK @CarersUK]

The Government’s emergency alert test is coming up!

You don’t need to take any action but if you need to opt out for yourself or those you care for you can find out more here: https://t.co/VOjhhOkvbJ

[NHS @NHSuk]

With children heading back to school this week, it can be tricky deciding whether or not to keep your child at home if they are feeling unwell.

Follow this advice on when you should keep your child at home.

➡️ https://t.co/DS4h5IE2ZO

#BackToSchool

[Freelancers Make Theatre Work @FreelancersMake]

We’re here to help you navigate the challenges of freelancing in the arts. From workshops & resources to financial & mental health support, we’ve got you covered.
Explore the tools & advice available to you - click on ‘Support’ & take the next step.
👉 https://t.co/8Grwz5JvCQ