Callum Jones

Ex-Civil Servant, DWP (EO) & HMPS.
Founder of @CannCareUK
Founder of @Phytoventures

All posts, comments and media are my own and don't reflect any org opinion.

[Callum Jones @umadcal]

@CllrWalters

[Callum Jones @umadcal]

No one deserves threats for trying to improve their community. His plan for better bin collections in Salford is about fair representation, not division. Let’s choose unity over fear and support inclusive leadership.

[Cllr Walters @CllrWalters]

The consultation results will be published this week, and I’ll be voting in accordance with what residents have said.

My thanks to @salford_mayor and @SalfordCouncil officers for ensuring a transparent and balanced process throughout.
https://t.co/R2liJt93lX

@ChrisOsuh @guardian @garycaltonphoto @SalfordCouncil

[Callum Jones @umadcal]

Holy shit, this brings back so many memories.

[JT @jt_stamford]

Swirly charity buckets

[Callum Jones @umadcal]

@Julie_Digs @Legalisecanabo @ragabonz @CannCareUK Sounds like it! Thank you Julie 💚

[Callum Jones @umadcal]

It takes a lot to stand on stage and share! If you have some time to chat sometime this upcoming week, I'd love to get your insight on everything too. Even if this is just an email or a DM, it would be incredibly valuable to how we move forward in the future.

I'd also be interested in seeing your speech if there's any videos of it? :)

[Callum Jones @umadcal]

@Julie_Digs @Legalisecanabo @ragabonz @CannCareUK The whole policy needs a complete rework, tempted to push on Monday for a complete scrap and sit down with Jim and any other interested parties and figure a way to fairly do it and word it.

[Callum Jones @umadcal]

@Julie_Digs @ragabonz @CannCareUK Hi Julie, I can agree with that.

We'll adjust to use terminology such as “legacy market,” “unregulated market,” or “illicit market” when discussing patient access and advocacy.

Language does matter, and I genuinely appreciate the reminder to be both accurate and sensitive.

[Callum Jones @umadcal]

We'll continue the conversation on Monday to figure out any changes that need to be made.

[Callum Jones @umadcal]

Always up to resolving issues, including where we make mistakes. Anybody impacted by this policy, please do come forward, feel free to email me:

[email protected] or [email protected]

Constructive conversations, without hostility will always result in positive changes for all.

[Jim the Meadowman @ragabonz]

Fair play to CannCare. They reached out we had a good chat and I consider everything resolved my end.

Thanks @umadcal and @cann

[Callum Jones @umadcal]

@ragabonz @cann I'm glad we got this sorted Jim! 🤝💚

Onwards and upwards! We'll get a better policy in place next week and update everyone and unblock anybody that's been unfairly blocked as a result of this.

[Callum Jones @umadcal]

@ragabonz @CannCareUK Don't delete the thread, honestly! No need. I apologize if that has ever been how you've felt and I'm excited to get a resolution that works for all. I'll reach out now!

[Callum Jones @umadcal]

@ragabonz @CannCareUK I'll directly DM you so we can go over this more in depth and I can get direct feedback from you, if this is something you're happy to do?

[Callum Jones @umadcal]

Sure, happy to do so.

Thank you for sharing your views. CannCare UK’s zero-tolerance policy on black market associations remains in place out of our responsibility to patient safety and advocacy for lawful access. This stance is not about targeting individuals, but about setting clear standards in a complex landscape.

We recognize many patients face genuine barriers to legal access and, like yourself, may have difficult decisions to make. Legacy market use highlights the urgency for further reform, but our position on regulated supply will remain unchanged for the protection of all.

I will be going back to the drawing board to re-evaluate our policy language and practices, ensuring they clearly reflect our mission and the realities faced by patients, without compromising our core principles.

I want to acknowledge that, despite the challenges, this has actually been a constructive conversation. I appreciate the way this discussion has gone down, and the opportunity it’s given to address these important issues directly.

CannCare UK will always engage constructively with the community, but our commitment to protecting patient welfare and promoting lawful, safe access is firm.

[Callum Jones @umadcal]

@seedourfuture_ @ragabonz @CannCareUK Where did anyone specify we'd report people to the police, Guy? I think you'll find the only people threatening anything legal here is the initial post.

[Callum Jones @umadcal]

@RedEyeJedi420UK @ragabonz @CannCareUK How does CannCare get clout and money? Have you any evidence to support these claims?

[Callum Jones @umadcal]

In situations like the one we’ve just experienced, it’s important to remember the power of forgiveness. Nobody gets everything right all the time — and when someone takes real responsibility for their actions, expresses genuine remorse, and seeks to make amends, forgiveness can help turn a difficult moment into an opportunity for growth.

Forgiveness doesn’t mean forgetting what happened or undermining accountability. Instead, it’s about allowing ourselves and others to move forward, to heal, and to build stronger, more respectful communities.

[Callum Jones @umadcal]

Over the past few days, there’s been a lot of tension and disagreement surrounding patient-related matters. As you all know, I’ve always taken a firm stance against any comments or behaviour that target or demean patients with disabilities — that will never change.

The individual responsible for some of the recent remarks reached out to me earlier today after being made aware that certain comments could have breached the Malicious Communications Act 1988. After discussing this directly, they offered a full apology to the patients affected. With agreement from all parties, I helped facilitate that apology this afternoon.

It’s in everyone’s best interest that we now move forward. I will never apologise for standing up and calling out behaviour that harms patients. I don’t care who someone is — if you’re targeting patients, I’ll challenge you every single time.

I’m proud of everyone involved. It takes real strength to acknowledge mistakes, apologise, and make things right. As I’ve always said, everyone is entitled to their opinions and the freedom to express them. But targeting specific disabilities or mocking patients in a way that causes harm and distress crosses the line — and that will never be tolerated.

It’s time to put this situation behind us and focus on what truly matters, supporting patients and building a community based on respect, understanding, and progress. I look forward to more productive and respectful conversations moving forward.

[Callum Jones @umadcal]

@o0FrankenMush0o Thanks Frank, gonna do some tea now with the above! 💚

[Callum Jones @umadcal]

I’ve come down with that horrible cold and flu sickness going around. Woke up and my eyes are sticking together 😂

Totally fine, just feel drained and have a rough cough and sniffles. It’ll pass!

How is everyone this morning? 💚

[Callum Jones @umadcal]

@l3wisplays @o0FrankenMush0o @MedBudUK @bucklez What full story? 👀