James Reid MInstLM

Starting the week with a Machinery of Government (MoG) change - they'll be plenty to keep us busy. My fantastic team will be responding to changing priorities, adapting to a shifting landscape, and embracing our refreshed opportunity to deliver for Businesses across the UK. – at Knapton, England

Just finished #TipToe @Channel4 I've never watched a more harrowing 15 minutes of television in my life. I felt physically sick; I am shaking with anger, and full of tears (even writing this post is a struggle) 💔 Is this our future? I pray not....

@TPEassist my 1324 from LP Lime Street has been cancelled. I'm travelling to York on an Advanced Single. This was the only direct service. My next option is TPE to Selby then @LNER to York (though my connection train will be outside of 2hr window, is my ticket valid? – at Liverpool, England

The #LGBTQ Poppy is a good thing, which commemorates an important part of the Armed Forces. Stop with the hate, stop spreading misinformation, and start remembering why we wear the poppy altogether! – at York, England

Rest easy, sailor, your duty is done. Deepest sympathies with the family, friends, and shipmates.

The view from my office will never get old! – at London, England

This week, in London: Wednesday - meet my new team Thursday - last meeting with my current team Friday - departmental Pride event Saturday - London Pride Before all of that, though..... some much needed rest and recuperation! – at York, England

A fantastic #BirthdayParade for HM The King; and the weather just about held off. I know all too well the impact of that rain on the long march back to the barracks. Bravo Zulu @BritishArmy and all those on parade - a bloody marvellous display! #TroopingTheColour – at London, England

Absolutely mesmerising. I've seen these lights before, many times, at sea, but never above my own home #NorthernLights #aurora – at York, England

My first #blog entry for the #MegaMilesChallenge Pleaee, if you can, support my fundraising efforts for @cfcs_uk fundraise.cfcs.org.uk/s/4971… #Walking #NationalWalkingMonth – at York, England

Huge thank you to Jason, from @cfcs_uk, who joined our @DWPgovuk South East All Colleague Call to highlight the amazing support available from the Chairty and to Launch the #MegaMilesChallenge An informative session, and we'll recived by all. #NationalWalkingMonth – at York, England

I am participating in the @cfcs_uk #MegaMilesChallenge for #NationalWalkingMonth Your support could be life changing, maybe even lifesaving. The Charity for Civil Servants supports current, former and retired civil servants when they face tough times. fundraise.cfcs.org.uk/s/4971… – at York, England

Happy Birthday @ThatKateMartin 🥂 – at York, England

Cannot believe it's been a year since our darling Paul (O'Grady) passed. I grew up just down the road from his Kent home in Aldington. Remember bumping into him countless times in local shops. A beautiful soul and wonderful dedication on @BBCRadio2 this morning – at York, England

A bank holiday Friday, and I was still awake at 5am! Nonetheless, a great start to this #GoodFriday - coffee, eggs, sunshine, and @BBCRadio2 – at York, England

My thoughts are with the Princess of Wales, The Prince of Wales, and the Royal Family. I truly wish her royal highness a swift and full recovery. – at York, England

Wishing His Majesty a full and speedy recovery. I have no doubt that he'll be back to his full health in no time. – at York, England

Harry has played the best game. Every move he has made has been strategic, cunning, and clever. A most deserved win, bravo! Molly's downfal was trusting someone just a little too much. #TraitorsUK – at York, England

'The Faithfull' haven't banished any Traitors, it's all be Traitors turning on Traitors. Another amazing game-play from Harry! #TraitorsUK

#TheTraitorsUK has brought us so many amazing TV moments. So far: - Miles' entrance & seeing Diane - The whole funeral possession - Harry turning on Paul - Harry saying "We put Diane in her place' to her son (Ross) -Claudia saying "just like the old days" & SO MUCH MORE! 👏