Sophia Purdy-Moore
The Canary
United Kingdom
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This Bristol copwatcher is determined to hold the police to account
Can you help John take Avon and Somerset police to court? The campaigner has concerns about his arrest record and data protection → Read More
The death of a toddler shouldn't be a 'learning experience'
The tragic and preventable death of 2-year-old Awaab Ishak from mould exposure is not an isolated incident → Read More
The death of a toddler shouldn't be a 'learning experience'
The tragic and preventable death of 2-year-old Awaab Ishak from mould exposure is not an isolated incident → Read More
Gen Z for the win: young Americans voted in a new wave of progressive candidates in the US midterms
Support us and go ad-freeThe Democrats outperformed expectations during the United States (US) midterms, which took place on Wednesday 9 November. Control of both chambers of the US Congress is still unconfirmed as counting continues. The Republican party may still retake the House of Representatives, but the Senate outcome remains unclear. This is a surprising and disappointing outcome for… → Read More
Oladeji Omishore's family wants to take the police watchdog to court. But they need our help.
The IOPC's own data shows that police disproportionately use Tasers against Black people, particularly those experiencing mental health issues → Read More
We should all be concerned by Modi's support for Sunak
Modi's warm words for Sunak underline the special Islamophobic bond between Britain and India → Read More
Could the government at least be stable while it fucks up the country?
Support us and go ad-freeOn 20 October, prime minister Liz Truss announced her resignation after just 44 days in office. Blaming the “situation” of social and economic instability, the prime minister said: “I cannot deliver the mandate on which I was elected”. This comes after a month of political turmoil and increasing pressure on her to step down. It’s just embarrassing Truss resigned after… → Read More
Boohoo, Suella couldn't realise her dream of deporting refugees to Rwanda
Braverman is the UK's shortest-serving post-war Home Secretary, chancellor Kwasi Kwarteng resigned, now Truss is out on her arse too → Read More
Bristol Copwatch is raising funds for the family of copwatcher Ahmed Fofanah
Ahmed spent years fighting for justice, mobilising for others and sharing his own experiences of police harassment - rest in power, Ahmed → Read More
Prison was a "death sentence" for those featured in INQUEST's damning report
The charity lays bare the horrors of the prison system for Black and racially minoritised people, and labels their deaths "preventable and premature" → Read More
Following events in Leicester, South Asian solidarity is more important than ever
The violence in Leicester reflects the rise of Hindu nationalism in the UK - it must be resisted in all its forms → Read More
This is what a 'mourning period' looks like for families bereaved by state violence
The socially enforced mourning period for the Queen is a far cry from the pain and anguish of Chris Kaba's family as they fight for justice → Read More
Prison conditions during lockdown amounted to 'torture'
Prisons are dehumanising. It's time to abolish human cages. → Read More
Here's what local copwatching groups have been up to this month
Support us and go ad-freePolice monitoring groups have been busy keeping their local communities safe. On 10 July, Hackney Copwatch and Tottenham Copwatch showed up to Trans Pride. And on 14 July, the Copwatch Network took part in Mad Pride. Meanwhile, new groups are gearing up to challenge state violence in their areas. Trans liberation On 10 July, Hackney Copwatch and Tottenham Copwatch… → Read More
Ten more Black women have accused Tim Westwood of sexual abuse
Claims BBC chose to protect 'predator' Tim Westwood over Black women → Read More
The Met is in special measures. But more failings are coming to light
Support us and go ad-freeOn 28 June, Her Majesty’s Inspectorate of Constabulary (HMIC) placed London’s Metropolitan Police in ‘special measures‘ following a series of scandalous failures. Since then, even more police failings have come to light. Public trust in the force is at an all-time low – and with good reason. Now is the time to reconsider the role of the police in our society, and develop… → Read More
Zara Aleena's family is holding a vigil to 'walk her home' this weekend
In a heartbreaking message, Zara's family say: "We must PREVENT and STOP violence against women and girls" → Read More
Police have finally admitted that Oladeji Omishore was just carrying a lighter when they Tasered him
The police do not protect the public. They only protect themselves. → Read More
Ten boys are being locked up for offences they didn't all commit
A racist and unfounded 'gang' narrative shows how deeply unjust and discriminatory the justice system is → Read More
Sue Gray report tells us what we already know
The British public must never forget or forgive how the government partied while they forced people to work to death → Read More