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Alastair Minty

Jul 20, 20194 min read

“…One of the last students suggested residents should all have their own facecloth, and we have done

“…One of the last students suggested residents should all have their own facecloth, and we have done it!” This was part of the introduction

Alastair Minty

Jan 16, 20193 min read

The right time for change...?

As we settle into the new year there is often a mix of frustration at things that we know don't work but we are forced to continue with...

Alastair Minty

May 13, 20182 min read

Trust + Empowerment Vs Fear and Vulnerability

What creates a positive empowerment culture, what gets in the way of Human Rights? What do we need to do more of and what is just smoke and

Alastair Minty

Nov 6, 20171 min read

Back from Oz

So Positively Minty is back in action after almost a month "Down Under", despite close encounters with snakes, spiders, goanas and the...

Alastair Minty

Aug 15, 20172 min read

And another thing... (have you ever fancied muddy mayhem but didn't think you could make it roun

Hot on the heels of the #Suited and Booted 10K challenge (thanks to everyone who sponsored me £350 was raised and this split between Stay...

Alastair Minty

May 12, 20171 min read

Suited and Booted 10K Challenge Update - 2 Days to Go - A new offer if we make the fundraising targe

Yes it is nearly here, and now with an added incentive if we reach the fundraising goal!

Alastair Minty

Apr 28, 20172 min read

Stay Up Late in Scotland Ooh, Suits You! The Suited and Booted 10K Challenge...

Why am I running a 10K in a suit and a pair of hiking boots you ask? Partly because I don't know anyone else who has (I could run in a...

Alastair Minty

Apr 3, 20171 min read

Join us for the Learning Disability Group of Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire AGM

The Learning Disability Group of Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire are having their 2nd AGM on the 11th of April. The group has been on the go...

Alastair Minty

Mar 16, 20172 min read

Community Led Support - A refreshingly positive movement...

Target fixation - when out on for a spin in the woods on the mountain bike and you look at the rock you don't want to hit, and because...