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Stephen Higgins retweeted
andy burnham is running the government like a decent software team.
everyone knows the big stuff is complicated and takes years, and while you’re heads down on it people start asking what you’re even doing.
so you ship quick wins. small, visible, annoying bugs that are cheap to fix. garish shopfronts, vape shops, bookies. things people walk past every day.
say what you want about the politics, it’s competent product management
Stephen Higgins retweeted
Really good post from an NHS insider (@tom_nhs) on the utter nonsense being talked about the Palantir deal bartlettdata.co.uk/post/blog…
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The past 12 months have seen a dramatic increase on how much we use, rely on and talk about AI.
In our blog, we report on the year of AI in numbers, looking at everything from school usage, future opportunities and some exciting Arbor stats: hubs.li/Q03GsqL00
Stephen Higgins retweeted
@ste_higgins_ presenting. "All I've ever known is people telling me things were better."
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TODAY is the vaunted launch of Looking for Growth in Leeds.
Thanks to all who helped @ste_higgins_ @GeartyGeorge and @PickupAlistair .
Do turn up - it should be spectacular.
lu.ma/eq52m1wl.
Stephen Higgins retweeted
The dreams of the future generation might or might not be on hold, but you can be sure we're doing our utmost to make sure they arrive.
Making the future's dreams come true.
That's our mission and that's our crusade.
LFG.🚀
Stephen Higgins retweeted
Isn't it nice to know that there are people out there working and thinking on this very issue?
Come and be part of the movement for #Growth at our inaugural launch.
SIGN UP: ➡️lu.ma/eq52m1wl ⬅️
GDP fell 0.1% in May 2025 but grew 0.5% in the three months to May.
Services grew (+0.1%) in May but production (-0.9%) and construction (-0.6%) both fell.
Read more ➡️ ons.gov.uk/economy/grossdome…
ALT GDP growth in the UK, May 2025 GDP down 0.1% Services up 0.1% Production down 0.9% Construction down 0.6%
Stephen Higgins retweeted
Obviously the GDP data is noisy but worth flagging that if GDP is basically flat this year (as it is) then GDP/capita will be even worse.
Stephen Higgins retweeted
I learn via Reddit of a fantastic new poster campaign in my local area. reddit.com/r/Leeds/comments/…
Stephen Higgins retweeted
Anyway of course: chapter launch coming, sign up below.
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Great LFG Leeds #3 third monthly meetup for Leeds LFG @LFG_Leeds featuring @Edmond_DW , @GeartyGeorge and @PickupAlistair !
Cleaning up graffiti near you. Formal Launch date soon to be confirmed and announced! #lookingforgrowth #eyupletsgo
Stephen Higgins retweeted
Thank you to everyone that came to LFG Manchester yesterday - one LFG member had flown from Dubai to be there!
Thank you to Stephen Allott and @jackrdsn for excellent speeches!
Thank you also to all those after the event now setting up chapters!
LFG 🚀
@lfg_uk
Stephen Higgins retweeted
Arbor AI turns your requests into actions and makes everyday tasks even easier.
Want to see a full demo of our AI featureset? Don’t miss the Arbor AI Product Spectacular on 27th March.
Sign up to your free spot: hubs.li/Q03c_Sz40
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To celebrate AI and everything it can do, we’ve declared March AI month at Arbor ✨
Look out for our exciting webinar series, brand new AI Report, and practical insights from the Arbor AI Team over the coming month.
Discover more: hubs.ly/Q03bsVCc0
It’s a beautiful evening in West Yorkshire. Headphones in, beer in hand, listening to the last ever @IAmTheEggPod 😢 I’m not sure what I’ll do without it
@TUIUK Our holiday to Kos has been cancelled. Flight is at 6:30, but the helpline doesn’t open until 8. Who can I call?
@TUIUK eventually got through. The amazing Leanne sorted it. Our holiday is saved!!
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Hey @Apple, I fixed it for you (sound on)