User Led #Disabled People's #Charity in #Preston Services with a smile. Tweets from a proper northern CEO who hates discrimination & loves to dance!

Preston, Lancashire
Joined May 2010
Stephanie Cole (5 October 1941 – 18 September 2026) R.I.P
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Disability Equality North West retweeted
Today, the BIBAs team is heading to the iconic Blackpool Tower Ballroom to begin transforming the venue ahead of Friday’s BIBAs Ceremony. After months of planning, some very familiar faces are coming out of hibernation... the legendary BIBAs Glitter Ball, the famous BIBAs statues and of course, the BIBAs Tour Bus are all making their return as preparations gather pace for Lancashire’s biggest celebration of business success. There’s a real buzz of excitement as we start bringing the magic together for what promises to be another unforgettable night. See you on Friday!
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Disability Equality North West retweeted
If there's a news story about Disabled people, Disabled people should be part of it. It's obvious, right? But research shows that stories about Disabled people rarely include us. Find out what's going wrong, and how CDJ is putting it right: buff.ly/4oCFB7I
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I am genuinely excited about Preston Guild Lounge showing Cinderella pantomime from 16-31 December this year! At the press launch I met the cast and I was treated to an impromptu performance which was great 👠🎄🤴🎭🌟👠🎄something to look forward to! @prestoncouncil @BIDPreston
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Check out this donation from the lovely Ainsley Harriott - with thanks to our trustee, Daniel. The parcel, containing a signed book, will be used to raise funds for DENW via a silent auction (watch our socials for details) and we really appreciate the support! 💜
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Please could any @Wolves fans share this and support us at this weekend’s game? Your support would be greatly appreciated. Thank you 🙏 @wolvesfancast @Wolves @wwfcfoundation @WolvesPolice @WhatsOnWolves
Please could we request a minute’s applause from fans at the Home game vs @Wolves? Your support and show of solidarity for Kerry’s family would be greatly appreciated Permission from the family has been given Thank you to both sets of fans so very much for your support💙🤍🧡🖤
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Apparently my viral story has been making the internet rounds again!! Always appreciate all the love and support…and remember: NEVER be afraid to post that selfie, friends!!! 🤳🏻😎💋
Após ser chamada de feia, Melissa passou um ano postando uma selfie por dia para mostrar que não se importava com as provocações.
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Mel Close@MelClose55Aug 15
After this mornings #VJDay service we went into town, to @prestonmarkets to watch @grannyturismo They were fabulous ! The crowd loved them - great fun, whizzing around and took time to stop and interact with those who wanted pictures ! @prestoncouncil @Closie01
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Mel Close@MelClose55Aug 7
Delivered another great #awareness session this morning to #Fujitsu staff. We talked about ways to make events such as Pride accessible and how to be a good ally. Some excellent questions from a great audience. ‘Attitudes affect access’. We can all remove barriers.
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Disability Equality North West retweeted
Thanks for everyone who voted in this year's High Street Heroes Awards, with the BID and @visitpreston. The voting has now closed. A record 84,000 votes were cast this year, showing a lot of love and support for the people and businesses who make Preston proud. The finalists will be informed on Monday...good luck everyone!
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Disability Equality North West retweeted
🔔 Just a reminder - The Harris is OPEN! 🚧 From today, you'll notice improvement works taking place across parts of the city centre as Preston continues to invest in creating an even better place to visit. 👋 Please continue supporting us.
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Disability Equality North West retweeted
🎉 Our brilliant Wallace & Gromit in A Case at The Museum exhibition has been nominated for a High Street Hero Award. 🌟 Did you enjoy the exhibition last year? We'd love your support. 🔗 Simply scan the QR code or cast your vote here: surveymonkey.com/r/X6JCZMC
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Mel Close@MelClose55Jul 13
A lovely morning to water the @DIsabilityNW yarden before we open for business. #disabledpeople #userled #preston
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Disability Equality North West retweeted
Productive discussions with @LancsPolice, @prestoncouncil Neighbourhood Services and local residents on community safety, including how we can better support women, and frontline staff. We also covered local priorities including fly-tipping and weed control. Partnership working is key to addressing concerns and keeping our communities safe. Thank you to Cabinet Member @ZafarC for the constructive discussion. #preston
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Disability Equality North West retweeted
I absolutely loved visiting Disability Pride on the flag market today and chatting to the groups at the stalls and watching the performers ❤️ @prestonlabour
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Taking place on the Flag Market on Thursday 9 July, the event will feature entertainment and more than 20 stalls showcasing the range of inclusive support available across Preston blogpreston.co.uk/2026/07/di…
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Disability Equality North West retweeted
Taking place on the Flag Market on Thursday 9 July, the event will feature entertainment and more than 20 stalls showcasing the range of inclusive support available across Preston blogpreston.co.uk/2026/07/di…
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Disability Equality North West retweeted
Paul and Sharon O'Gara have been campaigning in memory of their daughter Mary, who took her own life aged 27 during lockdown. They will be recognised by University of Lancashire for the work done with honorary awards during the graduation week. 💙🎓 blogpreston.co.uk/2026/07/pa…
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Mel Close@MelClose55Jun 28
My Car got a fabulous wash this morning thanks to @LRPCLFRS for a small donation to @firefighters999 They did a great job and were fabulous with the families who were there too - the little ones loved it ! #winwin
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Mel Close@MelClose55Jun 14
Mother Nature never ceases to surprise me- over winter this ‘yard to Let’ was bare concrete- now it’s a wildlife haven 😍❤️
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