Gerald Jones MP

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🌹 Here's six things Labour’s Plan for Change has delivered this week, with real impact for Wales and beyond.

Two Labour governments working together delivering for Wales 👇

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Today, we honour all those who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country.

Now and always, we will remember them.

#LestWeForget

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Congratulations to all the Welsh Labour candidates selected for the new Pontypridd Cynon Merthyr seat.

I look forward to working alongside you in the months ahead to support your campaigns and deliver for our communities. 🌹

Sarah Pochin’s comments were a disgrace. Nigel Farage’s silence? Deafening.

This isn’t a misunderstanding, it’s racism, plain and simple.

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Great to catch up with Defence Minister Luke Pollard to talk defence investment and its impact on Merthyr Tydfil & Aberdare.

Progress on the Ajax Programme at General Dynamics means more skilled jobs locally.

Defence investment is about good jobs, strong communities and a safer future.

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Wishing a peaceful and happy Diwali to all those celebrating in Merthyr Tydfil and Aberdare, and around the world.

No more leaving town for a decent job.

Labour’s Technical Excellence Colleges will train the next generation of plumbers, sparkies, welders, engineers.

15,000 clean energy jobs coming to Wales by 2030.
Real jobs. Real skills. Real opportunity.

Labour proudly backs Jaguar Land Rover, a cornerstone of British manufacturing and innovation.

Labour backs Britain’s businesses, workers, and future.

Government right to highlight Brexit impact ahead of Budget Rachel Reeves is right to "highlight the severity and long-term damage of Brexit", in her comments ahead of the Budget, campaigners have said.

@pimlicat.bsky.social:
"Rachel Reeves is completely correct to highlight the severity and long-term damage of Brexit - which slashed UK GDP by 4% - but more importantly has been a calamity for Brits facing spiralling supermarket prices and rocketing energy bills."
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💳 Great #InternationalCreditUnionDay visit to Merthyr Tydfil Borough Credit Union.

Credit unions put people first, offering a fair, ethical alternative to banks & supporting our communities every day.

Thinking of joining? Find your local credit union 👇
www.creditunionsofwales.co.uk/.../our-cred...

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Good to attend Prostate Cancer Research’s High Time to Screen event in Parliament, discussing targeted screening for men at higher risk.

A national consultation is coming soon, please share your views if you’ve been affected.

👉 www.prostate-cancer-research.org.uk/about-us/

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🧠 World Mental Health Day
Today is a reminder that mental health matters, and help is always available.
If you're struggling or supporting someone who is, there are excellent local services ready to help across Merthyr Tydfil and Aberdare 👇

📞 Samaritans – Call 116 123 (free, 24/7)
🔗 ctmmind.org.uk

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This UK Labour government is coming after Covid fraudsters.

Letters have started arriving on doorsteps, warning suspected Covid cheats to pay up now or face the Covid fraud hit squad.

We'll get your money back. Read more ⤵
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I’ve had a few queries over the weekend about the Specialist Palliative Care Ward at Ysbyty Cwm Cynon.

Here’s the letter I’ve emailed to Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board today.

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☕️💚 A big thank you from us!

@dawnbowden.bsky.social and I are delighted to share that our Macmillan Coffee Morning raised £257 to support people living with cancer.

We’re so grateful to everyone who came along, and to those who couldn’t attend but still donated, thank you for your support. 💚

Strong moment as Keir Starmer calls out the racism we’ve seen in recent weeks and months:

"Labour is proud of Britain's flags but if they are painted alongside graffiti telling a Chinese takeaway owner to 'go home', that's not pride - it's racism."

Keir Starmer delivers his closing remarks at the Labour Party Conference.

"I believe that Britain can come together."

"We will renew this country until we can say that Britain is built for all."

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🐾 Get ahead of fireworks season to help keep your pets safe and calm!

Stabling horses, checking microchips, or making a cozy dog den, a little prep now makes a big difference later.

🎆 For free tips and advice, visit @bluecrossuk.bsky.social ⬇️ www.bluecross.org.uk/.../wellb......

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Labour will always choose the path of national renewal, towards a fairer country, based on dignity and respect.

A Britain built for all.

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My next advice surgery will be taking place 👇

📅 Tuesday, 30 September
⏲️ 2pm to 3pm
📍 Cynon Valley Church, Cwmbach, Aberdare, CF44 0AS

To book an appointment, please get in touch 👇

www.geraldjones.co.uk/advice-surge...

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My next advice surgery will be taking place 👇

📅 Friday, 26 September
⏲️ 4pm to 5pm
📍 Castle Bingo, Merthyr Tydfil

To book an appointment, please get in touch 👇
www.geraldjones.co.uk/advice-surge...

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Great to be out this evening supporting Richard Tunnicliffe for Caerphilly in the by-election alongside fellow @welsh-labour.bsky.social colleagues.

Richard’s a strong voice for the community and someone who’ll carry forward Hefin David’s legacy with compassion and commitment. 🌹

Labour promised. Labour delivered. 🌹

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Pleasure to meet with South Wales Police & Crime Commissioner Emma Wools today to hear about the impactful work being led across our area & the positive difference it’s making in our community.

Thank you to Commissioner Wools for taking the time to visit & share valuable insights into her work.

Today, to revive the hope of peace and a two state solution, the UK formally recognises the State of Palestine.

Labour will always do what's best for the interests of the British people. 🌹

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This is a major step forward for fairness, dignity & security in the workplace & a clear signal that Labour is putting working people first.

Despite scaremongering & resistance from other parties, Labour is delivering on its promises. ⤵

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Tories & Reform voted against better working conditions, including extending sick pay for 1.3M of the lowest earners.

Labour’s Employment Rights Bill will:

✅ End zero-hours & fire-and-rehire
✅ Day-one rights for paternity, parental and bereavement leave
✅ Strengthening statutory sick pay

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After a long night of voting, we've delivered the biggest upgrade to workers' rights in a generation through our Employment Rights Bill.

A landmark moment for working families. Reform & Tory MPs voted against it. shockingly, but not surprisingly. 🌹

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A brighter energy future: UK-US nuclear partnership promises clean power, skilled careers, and lower bills for households across the UK. Find out more ⤵

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