Prof Thom Brooks

Economic security, like settlement, must rest on contribution and sustainability. The Spring Statement recognises that prosperity must be built — not borrowed. #springstatement

Public trust is earned through competence. Reducing backlogs, enforcing rules fairly, and supporting integration locally are practical steps that matter more than performative politics.

Great to be back in Parliament discussing legal reform with MP, Peers and Attorney General

Foreign policy is a test of character.

Today’s statement on Iran reflects steadiness over spectacle, law over impulse and security without escalation.

That is how Britain should lead.

#Westminster #MondayMotivation

Immigration has enriched Britain for generations. But public confidence depends on fairness, clarity and control. Strong borders and strong integration go hand in hand. Serious leadership means delivering both — calmly and pragmatically.

At a moment when politics can feel overheated, the Prime Minister’s calm and pragmatic leadership is exactly what the country needs. Serious challenges require seriousness of purpose — not noise. Steady, measured government builds lasting trust.

This is what a team looks like that won 117-0. Well done @collingwooddurham.bsky.social rugby!

Winning a General Election requires discipline, credibility and a clear plan for the country. The focus must stay on delivery and long-term change, not the politics of mere protest. That’s why I back Labour.

Great to attend Guildhall lecture by @durham.ac.uk Chancellor Dr Fiona Hill speaking good sense

#Westminster

Great to welcome back Edward Twiddy co-founder Atom Bank to @collingwooddurham.bsky.social for brilliant discussion with college’s finance society. #Collingwood #LoveTheBest @durham.ac.uk

Can't wait

Fun at @collingwooddurham.bsky.social #LoveTheBest

Principled Sentencing: Rethinking Penal Purposes Workshop - Durham University

Principled Sentencing: Rethinking Penal Purposes Workshop www.durham.ac.uk/departments/...

Amazing charity formal tonight at @collingwooddurham.bsky.social hosted by men’s and women’s rugby clubs

Brilliant 3-0 @collingwooddurham.bsky.social win against Van Mildert. We are back in the Floodlit Final!

Brilliant talk tonight by inspirng Professor Gillian Campling at @collingwooddurham.bsky.social on ageing to full house of staff and students. #LoveTheBest #CollingwoodLife @durham.ac.uk

After 14 long years working towards a Labour government, I’m ready to double efforts and continue delivering the change our country needs 🌹

I wrote a book about the importance of trust in politics: "The Trust Factor" - www.amazon.co.uk/Trust-Factor...

I wrote a book about the importance of trust in politics: "The Trust Factor" - www.amazon.co.uk/Trust-Factor...

Enormously sad to hear of the passing of Sedgefield Labour legend John Burton. Will miss his good advice, humour and great tales.

We can build more cohesive communities by ending the post code lottery of English support, create a Life in the UK citizenship test relevant to citizens old & new alike incorporated in the curriculum and celebrating citizenship ceremonies more publicly.

We can build more cohesive communities by ending the post code lottery of English support, create a Life in the UK citizenship test relevant to citizens old & new alike incorporated in the curriculum and celebrating citizenship ceremonies more publicly.

Unity and cohesion aren’t abstract values. As Prime Minister Keir Starmer says, they require action — I'd push for ending the English support postcode lottery, launching a Migration Impacts Forum-like body, reforming Life in the UK and investing in public citizenship ceremonies.

Unity and cohesion aren’t abstract values. As Prime Minister Keir Starmer says, they require action — I'd push for ending the English support postcode lottery, launching a Migration Impacts Forum-like body, reforming Life in the UK and investing in public citizenship ceremonies.

Spare a moment for those he would go to dinner parties with...

You can’t be against nerds and interested in psephology. Sorry but I don’t make the rules.

Great to see @collingwooddurham.bsky.social women’s A team with big win today 4-1

An amazing time at the @collingwooddurham.bsky.social Burns Night formal! Thank you to @thombrooks.bsky.social for the invitation and congratulations to the organisers.