Today, on Yom HaShoah, we commemorate the six million Jews who were murdered during the Holocaust.
I’m thinking of the Leeds Jewish Community and members of my own family who suffered so much during this vile period in history.
We must confront antisemitism in all its forms.
A privilege to meet with Ukrainian MPs in parliament with the British Group Inter Parliamentary Union. I’m honoured to lead a group of MPs who are committed to supporting Ukraine against Russian aggression.
The 🇺🇦 flag was flown over Downing Street for the visit. 🇬🇧 will always stand with Ukraine.
I’m extremely thankful to the courageous families who continue to campaign for answers so other families don’t have to suffer the same tragedies. 2/2
I’m grateful to Wes Streeting for listening to bereaved families from Leeds and confirming that Donna Ockenden will chair the Leeds maternity investigation.
When I raised this with the Health Secretary in Parliament, he committed to doing everything he can to ensure families get answers. 1/2
Labour promised that we would bring energy bills down. That’s exactly what’s happening from April, when energy bills are going to be reduced by £117.
This is because of the decisions made at the last Budget.
Read more from the BBC 👇
☪️ Wishing my Muslim friends and the Leeds Muslim community a peaceful and blessed holy month of Ramadan.
Ramadan Mubarak!
Brexit Britain is finished.
With Labour, Britain is reclaiming its place in the world, fuelled by a reset of our relationship with our European partners.
The Prime Minister is right. There is no British security without Europe and there is no European security without Britain.
On Holocaust Memorial Day, we remember the six million Jews murdered in the Holocaust and all victims of the Nazis including members of my own family.
I signed the Holocaust Educational Trust’s Book of Commitment. Antisemitism is a very real threat and we must challenge it wherever it occurs.
Today we lost a wonderful person, a woman who fought for social justice all her life, a mother who was bringing up four lovely children, a daughter who made her parents proud.
I have always been grateful to call Mahalia France-Mir my friend.
Labour will deliver Northern Powerhouse Rail 🚆
This transformational plan means quicker connections across the North — boosting jobs, growth and cutting carbon.
After a decade of Tory cuts and chaos, only Labour has the vision and backbone to get it done.
Another productive advice surgery at the Reginald Centre in Chapeltown. I’m grateful to the North East Leeds residents who came to see me.
Securing positive outcomes for local residents is my top priority and I have assisted hundreds of constituents over the last year.
Freedom of religious belief is a principle that our country prides itself on. We must defend it at every turn.
Timely reflection from @fabianhamilton.bsky.social highlighting the strategic value of UK soft power.
🗨️ “The FPC’s latest Soft Power Report could not have been more timely...if we invest in our strengths, we’ll help shape the solutions."”
🔽 Read the article: www.politicshome.com/opinion/arti...
🚲 Pleased to support the launch of LNER Beryl Bikes in Leeds. More e-bikes and bays make it simpler for people to cut congestion and pollution, and enjoy our brilliant city.
The bikes are parked outside Leeds Train Station and across the city.
Russia’s strike on the @britishcouncil.bsky.social in Kyiv is an attack on education, culture, and international cooperation.
As Chair of the APPG British Council & Soft Power, I condemn this act of aggression and welcome the Government’s swift decision to summon Russia’s ambassador.
🎉 Fantastic to be with Mayor of West Yorkshire Tracy Brabin and founder of the Leeds West Indian Carnival, Arthur France in Potternewton Park yesterday.
It’s fantastic to see Leeds residents come together the wonderful contributions the community has made to our city.
Congratulations to every young person in North East Leeds receiving results today!
No matter your background, I’m working alongside the government to ensure that you are given the tools and opportunities to succeed.
We were listening to Roundhay residents’ hopes & concerns for the neighbourhood over the weekend.
Lots of good chats & some local issues that @fabianhamilton.bsky.social & our team will follow up.
🌹We are the only party on the streets in all Leeds North East wards, all year round.
#LabourDoorstep
Today marks one year since the last General Election. My record on delivering for North East Leeds over the last year 👇
The government has agreed it will remove the four point system which related to PIP. No changes will now take place until after the Timms review reports back in autumn 2026.
