Andrew Lewin MP

Incredibly telling Kemi Badenoch interview on Today:
- can’t say what she’d actually want UK forces to do
- no idea what objective her proposed military action is to achieve
- hides from reality that single biggest constraint on British military = her govt’s defence cuts

New levels of Reform hypocrisy this week.
Jenrick compared the Chancellor to a rogue landlord in the House of Commons.
But Reform have pledged to scrap the Renters Rights Act.
Their policy is literally to support rogue landlords.

The prospect of Kemi Badenoch becoming Prime Minister was already negligible.

This pathetic pantomime performance at PMQs underlines why.

In the world we live in, there is a moral imperative to do more to build our collective European security.

I remain hopeful that both the UK and EU will look again at a role for the UK in the SAFE defensive mechanism.

It's in all of our interests that we do.

In the Middle East, we must learn the lessons of previous conflicts.

Pleased the Prime Minister provided an assurance that permission for the US to fly operations from UK bases will remain under constant review.

Our operations in this conflict have been defensive and they should continue to be.

YouTube video by Andrew Lewin MP The Government's Consultation on SEND Reform

A five minute video?

Probably ill advised, but I wanted to spend a bit of time reflecting on the plan for investment and change in our SEND education system.

I know how vital it is we get this right and I think @bphillipsonmp.bsky.social & team have done an excellent job.

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We're fixing the front door of the NHS.

More GPs. Same-day urgent appointments. Backed by an extra £485 million for GP practices.

Through investment and modernisation, we are rebuilding our NHS.

This Labour government succeeded where the Tories failed – legislating to abolish Section 21 ‘no fault’ evictions and transform private renting.

Now Reform want to repeal our Renters’ Rights Act and deny tenants the security, rights and protections they’ve secured.

Disgraceful.

I'm fortunate to sit on the Commons benches with some very talented Labour MPs.

This from Claire Hughes on social media, algorithms & agitators is a simply brilliant piece of content.

Hat tip to @jim.londoncentric.media whose journalism features prominently too.

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Ministers to set out plans to halve attainment gap in England’s schools White paper proposes changing criteria under which schools get funding to support the most disadvantaged students

For too long too many children haven’t had the support they need to succeed.

That must change.

Labour will transform our schools system so every child can achieve and thrive.
www.theguardian.com/education/20...

National borrowing is falling faster than expected.

Inflation is down.

Interest rates are falling.

Real wages are improving.

And the U.K. is the fastest growing of the wealthiest countries in Europe.

Step by step, we’re getting our economy back on track.

Our key economic indicators are flashing green.
Data today on tax revenues, borrowing falls and growth are all positive.

Coverage of our politics is increasingly breathless but when you take a step back - there is mounting evidence that the plan for the economy is working.

Thank you Stef, I appreciate the support

Am hopeful BlueSky will continue to grow its user base - among MPs and more importantly, with ordinary Brits!

U.S. Support for UK and Mauritius Agreement on Chagos Archipelago  - United States Department of State Today, the United States welcomed the historic agreement between the United Kingdom and the Republic of Mauritius on the future of the British Indian Ocean Territory—specifically, the Chagos Archipela...

"President Trump expressed his support for this monumental achievement during his meeting with Prime Minister Starmer at the White House."

March 2025.

Still live on the website of the US government.

www.state.gov/u-s-support-...

Nurses to benefit from boost to graduate pay and job progression Government and Royal College of Nursing agree comprehensive package to recognise value of profession.

🏥 Reviewing the roles and pay bands of every band 5 nurse
🏥 Establishing a national framework to support newly qualified nurses 

Read more about reforms here 👇
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Newly qualified nurses will finally receive the pay rise they deserve, after previous governments had undervalued them for years.

After extensive consultation with the unions, the new reforms will include:
🏥 Prioritising increasing graduate pay

Post below is the culmination of an excellent thread from @jamessmithrf.bsky.social

Inflation is coming down, with further interest rates virtually certain.

Of course global factors have an impact, but for the UK, this path was not inevitable.

The government's economic strategy is working.

Our Labour Cabinet has more state educated members than any other in history.

When asked about the backgrounds of his top team, here is the answer from Farage.

Proud to partner with UK Energy Secretary Ed Miliband to sign an MOU deepening climate cooperation between California and the UK.

As communities face extreme weather and rising costs, we’re accelerating innovation and investing in solutions to tackle climate change.

Good meeting with Keir Starmer in Munich.

Europe and the UK share similar challenges.

it is natural that we work closer to protect our people and common interests.

We had a successful summit last year - let's keep the momentum and deliver at the next one.

My first memory of being ill is when I had measles as a kid

The morbidity and mortality of this disease allowed to run unchecked is high. Children may die

This is engineered by grifters & bad actors, exploiting parental concerns

Wish I’d had the vaccine.
Protect your kids by vaccinating them now

Plus a Slovenian superstar called Sesko - who scored the equaliser!

'Offensive and wrong': PM calls on Man Utd owner to apologise over his claims UK 'colonised by immigrants' | LBC Sir Keir Starmer has slammed Manchester Utd co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe after he said UK has been

Thank you Prime Minister.

We can't ignore offensive comments from public figures - we have to confront them and call them out.

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Rachel Reeves pushes for Britain to speed up closer ties with EU UK chancellor set to reassure business about reintegration drive after days of political turmoil

Rachel Reeves pushes for Britain to speed up closer ties with EU - giftarticle.ft.com/giftarticle/... via @FT

I will always champion the strongest possible UK/EU relationship.

All Pro Europeans have an ally in Rachel Reeves, who said today that when it comes to trade:

"The biggest prize is closer integration with Europe".

She is absolutely right. Very pleased we have a Chancellor driving this forward.

Proud to welcome the PM to Panshanger (WGC) today.

Keir reaffirmed his focus on living standards.

In April, we'll see £150 off energy bills, a significant Universal Credit uplift and the two child cap lifted.

Help on the cost of living, focused on those in greatest need. Labour values in action.

The Greens in Gorton & Denton have serious questions to answer.

You can’t go round putting people’s photos & words on your literature without consent.

And then say it was a one-off when evidently it wasn’t.

How can you trust the Greens when they aren’t being honest on their own leaflets?

The Prime Minister has my full support.
Bar 1945, this is the most difficult inheritance a Labour government has ever faced.
The worst thing we can do is turn inward and away from the country.

We need to unite, talk about the big issues and focus on serving the people who elected us.

The battle for Britain in the years ahead is between a modern, diverse Britain led by Labour or a dark, divisive Britain under Reform.

All of us in the Labour Party must get behind the Prime Minister, rise to the challenge and deliver a richer, fairer and stronger future.

Great to hit the campaign trail for Angeliki - our fantastic candidate in Gorton & Denton.

A big Labour presence on the ground today, including a strong Hertfordshire contingent!

Lots of voters were warm about Angeliki's local credentials and track record as a Manchester Cllr.
All to play for🌹