One Pump Court Chambers has left Twitter / X

14 Aug 2024

Aligning our values with a positive online environment

This announcement comes with a touch of reflection. For some time, X (formerly known as Twitter) has played a significant role in our online presence and community building. However, we’ve reached a point where we must prioritise our values and the kind of online environment we wish to contribute to.

The recent changes on X particularly under Elon Musk’s leadership, no longer resonate with One Pump Court Chambers’ core principles. We believe in fostering a space for constructive dialogue, factual information, and respectful discourse. Unfortunately, the current trajectory of the platform contradicts these values.

Challenges and concerns

  • Amplification of Misinformation and Hate Speech: The moderation practices on X raise concerns about the spread of untruths and hateful content. We cannot be part of a platform that amplifies these voices, especially during times of social unrest.
  • Negative Online Culture: The platform increasingly fosters a hostile and divisive atmosphere, characterised by anger, harassment, and a disregard for truth. We will not contribute to an environment that detracts from productive conversations and undermines civil discourse.

Where to find us

We understand the importance of maintaining an online presence and connecting with our audience. We will now be posting on BlueSky and Threads and will continue posting on LinkedIn.

We encourage you to follow our updates or sign up for our newsletter at pr@onepumpcourt.co.uk

Thank you for your continued support.

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