Georgia Gould

Happy #WorldTeachersDay to all the brilliant teachers in schools, nurseries, adult education and beyond who go the extra mile every day to help students achieve their potential.

I’ve been lucy to meet so many dedicated teachers here in Queen’s Park and Maida Vale. Thank you for everything you do!

My statement on today’s horrific attack in Manchester.

We heard about the contribution older volunteers are making, sharing their experience and skills and how people of all ages had found belonging and connection from befriending.

Thank you @ageukwestminster.bsky.social for all your work to make sure everyone can feel connected in our community.

Uplifting evening last night celebrating the work of volunteers with @ageukwestminster.bsky.social and the power, strength and connection that comes from investing in intergenerational activity in the community.

Today I organised a walkabout for parents to show local police their concerns about anti-social behaviour and crime in Church street.

Really pleased that Church street will be getting a new police officer in the neighbourhood team to help improve safety for local families.

A massive thank you to all those in Westminster & Brent supporting our local community to get active @activewestminster.bsky.social

Results day 2025: What's next after picking up your A level, T Level and VTQ results? It can feel like there’s a lot riding on A Level, T Level and Vocational Technical Qualifications (VTQ) results day but if you don’t get your predicted grades, don’t worry - it doesn’t mean that your ...

For those who need support with their next steps check out this helpful blog from the Department of Education - educationhub.blog.gov.uk/2025/08/resu...

To all the students in Queen’s Park and Maida Vale collecting results today wishing you the best of luck!

I know how hard you’ve worked and I have been so impressed by the ambition of all the young people I have met this year. However today goes, there are so many opportunities in front of you!

Letter to my constituents on the humanitarian catastrophe in Gaza and the Prime Minister’s statement setting out our government’s plan for peace, including the recognition of a Palestinian state.

Today and every day we remember the 72 people who lost their lives in the Grenfell fire tragedy.

Their families, survivors & the wider community are in our hearts today.

8 years on the work on building safety and to deliver justice and accountability is more important than ever.

It was really great to the Lord Mayor of Westminster and local community groups for a joyous Eid al-Adha event at @citywestminster.bsky.social earlier this week.

Truly a wonderful celebration of our diverse community, best wishes to all who celebrated! 🌙

The rain wasn’t stopping anyone this afternoon at Whitmore Gardens & College Rd street party.

Local residents & businesses put on a totally free event for whole community.

Loved chatting to residents & celebrating Kensal Rise community spirit with local cllrs Matt, Mili & Jumbo & Brent leader Mo!

Great morning speaking to residents on Amberley estate with @adamhug.bsky.social

Council officers & local police updated on joint efforts to design out crime, new cctv & residents shared ideas for more improvements.

And brilliant to see the youth centre back open with London Tigers!

Today I met senior leaders from Brent & Camden council and both police forces to discuss a joint safety response to violence in Kilburn including an extra police presence this weekend.

I also joined police & cllrs in Kilburn where I heard the depth of resident concerns.

If you have any information please share with the police via 101, anonymously via Crimestoppers or with the police and community safety officers out on patrol.

Today I joined cllrs from Brent & Camden to talk to local shopkeepers on Kilburn High Rd after a number of knife related incidents on the high st.

There are so many amazing residents and shop keepers working hard for this community and we’re committed to working with them to make Kilburn safer.

Too many young people have lost their lives in our community.

Today the community, local police, faith leaders & Brent councillors organised a youth safety walk starting in Kilburn to say to young people - your safety matters and we will work together to protect you.

Great to be at Paddington Waterways and Maida Vale Society AGM to thank the volunteers who champion the community & PC Paul Reading who dedicated 25 years service to Little Venice including a boxing club for young people.

And fab to hear from patron Tony Robinson about his love for the area!

Wellbeing Hub | Westminster City Council Find out about mental health support and resources in Westminster.

Huge shout out to Raisa’s, Sol’s and Unique Cutz for being the first adopters of the programme!

You can find out more about the full range of mental health support available in Westminster here: www.westminster.gov.uk/health-and-s...

In response to this, barbershops in the North Paddington area are stepping up to offer a new avenue for men to speak up.

Barbers are being trained to spot the signs of mental health struggles, offer a listening ear, and direct clients to further help and support.

Next up for Mental Health Awareness Week, I wanted to spotlight @citywestminster.bsky.social's ‘Trim Talk’ initiative.

We know men are significantly less likely to seek help for mental health challenges, making up just 36% of NHS talking therapy referrals.

'If you want to serve the government you shouldn't have to move away' Writing exclusively for the Manchester Evening News, Georgia Gould, Parliamentary Secretary at the Cabinet Office, explains why the government is moving more civil service jobs out of London

Today we announced plans to move thousands of civil service roles to 13 places around the UK.

Our vision is for an outward looking civil service solving problems with the frontline, closer to communities.

www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/news/greater...

At the start of Mental Heath Awareness week, I’m spotlighting Church Street’s Community Health and Wellbeing Workers.

They provide local health support, hosting gatherings twice a month to help break isolation, build trust, and remind people they’re not alone.

Today Church Street was full of joy for a packed festival put on by the community for the community.

Great to enjoy amazing food, hear from young people & join in with their t-shirt making.

Thanks to Hafs Academy & all the volunteers for bringing so much joy to local families.

Queen’s Park and Maida Vale MP talking to residents outside Tesco in Harlesden

Queen’s Park and Maida Vale MP and Councillor Jumbo Chan

Great few hours talking to Harlesden residents outside Tesco today.

Lots of love for Harlesden’s vibrancy, community, diversity & food!

But people wanted to see more action on drug dealing, fly tipping, gambling shops & more community spaces.

Thanks to everyone who stopped to talk!

We stand on the shoulders of an extraordinary generation whose courage protected our freedoms and who went on to build a better country for their children.

80 years on we must do justice to their sacrifice by building a better country for future generations.

#VEDay80

Electrical substation fire - Maida Vale | Westminster City Council Fifteen fire engines and around 100 firefighters have been called to a fire at an electrical subs

Thinking of everyone impacted by today’s distressing fire at the electrical substation on Aberdeen Place & deeply grateful to the firefighters for their fast & courageous response.

Westminster Council have set up two rest centres for residents needing support

www.westminster.gov.uk/news/electri...

Pleased to be on BBC Politics London today discussing youth safety & welcoming @MayorofLondon visit to Avenues Youth Project & 1 million investment in young Londoners.

I got to share my pride in amazing Avenues team who provide support, inspiration & opportunities for young people every day.

Thank you to the community at Fernhead Rd Methodist church for welcoming me so warmly this morning.

It was uplifting to hear about all the ways people are putting their faith in to action to help others locally.

Warmest wishes to everyone marking Palm Sunday today.

Wishing Eid Mubarak to all celebrating in Queen’s Park and Maida Vale and beyond.

Thank you to Melissa from Gateway Primary for her beautiful design for this year’s Eid card, and all the students who put so much care into bringing to life the joy and meaning of #EidAlFitr2025!