This news warmed my heart this morning, but when I saw that Doves, Elbow and John Grant had signed it, I was overjoyed. This is how I came to find out about Jodrell Bank and the science that is done there through their music… (1/n)

Astronomer Royal for Scotland | Catherine Heymans@astroroyalscot.bsky.social · 3d ago

Jarvis Cocker, New Order, Elbow, Dr Who (v. Eccleston), @daraobriain.bsky.social, Kraftwerk, Mogwai, Brian May, 2 astronauts (Peake & Hadfield), the Poet Laureate, the Lovell family & many more. Heartwarming to see how much the UK loves Jodrell Bank & astronomy🔭🙏 www.theguardian.com/science/2026...

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Council to highlight Jodrell Bank importance to government amid fear of funding cuts

CHESHIRE East is to write to government highlighting the importance of Jodrell Bank amid threats to its future – with one councillor saying…

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Tim O'Brien@proftimob.bsky.social · 3w ago

Today we attended the Cheshire East Council meeting where a motion was passed on defending Jodrell Bank and e-MERLIN in the face of potential funding cuts. It was humbling to listen to the many strong statements from councillors. We are very grateful to the Council for their support.