Gareth Thomas MP

Labour & Co-op MP for Harrow West; if you want to get in touch please e-mail me on: [email protected]

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My thanks to every resident and NHS worker that signed our petition & supported our campaign for more A&E beds at Northwick Park.

More importantly, thank you to the incredible staff at Northwick Park past & present, (1/2)

[Gareth Thomas MP @gareththomasMP]

Today in Parliament, I highlighted @NIESRorg research showing the UK economy could grow by 3.5% with stronger mutual & community banking. Millions are locked out of affordable credit. Expanding credit unions & CDFIs could change that. @FBfACampaign @CoopParty @resp_finance

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But serious questions remain about how he was selected as a candidate in the first place, and why he was considered fit to represent our community.

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I’m genuinely shocked and saddened by reports that Will Jackson, Conservative candidate for North Harrow, told British-born Asian MPs like Rishi Sunak and Shabana Mahmood that they are “not British” and should “go back to Pakistan.”

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I’m proud of Harrow’s diverse, close-knit communities. Every candidate should seek to unite people, not divide them.

This matter must be taken seriously. I welcome the Tory’s Party’s statement that Mr Jackson’s comments are wholly unacceptable and their decision to suspend him.

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He also suggested figures like Anthony Joshua and Dua Lipa aren’t British.

I have raised this important matter in Parliament today, because there is no place for racism in our politics.

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Today in Parliament, I highlighted Fay Bond, who took up athletics at 90 & at 101 won 🥇🥇🥇 at the US Senior Olympics, the oldest of 12k+ competitors. 💪Staying active later in life has huge benefits. When will we see a 🇬🇧 UK Senior Olympics? @TeamGB @Sport_England @_ukactive

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Britain has huge potential to grow community lenders, CDFIs and credit unions - but major banks must step up and invest in left-behind communities. 📊

Fair Banking legislation can help make that happen - unlocking opportunity and supporting businesses where it matters most.

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Community banks unlock funding for small businesses & provide affordable loans when people need them most.

They’re a powerful force in the US but still far too limited here in the UK. That needs to change.

@resp_finance @TheFinanceLab @CoopParty

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In government, I initiated a drive to grow community and mutual banks in the UK, and I’m delighted that @peterkyle and Blair McDougall MP have taken this work forward through a new taskforce. 🤝

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My thanks to all the police and emergency services working through Christmas and the New Year to keep our community safe. (4/4)

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It was good to check in with members of Harrow’s Town Centre Police Team ahead of Christmas Day. Encouragingly, several of the most well-known prolific shoplifters have been caught in recent weeks, with Criminal Behaviour Orders (CBOs) now having a real impact. (1/

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the most affected shops. While there is still more to do, it’s reassuring that during the run-up to Christmas - traditionally a peak period for shoplifting - decisive action is being taken and repeat offenders are being banned from our town centre. (3/

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My office will reopen on January 5th. During this time, we will respond to urgent matters via email only. Thank you (2/2)

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Wishing you and your loved ones a very Merry Christmas 🎄! I hope you find time to rest & enjoy the day with family or friends.

A heartfelt thank you to everyone working tirelessly in our emergency and essential services - your service is deeply appreciated by so many of us. (1/

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to make sure appropriate security and policing are in place to support community events and keep everyone safe. (4/4)

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I am deeply saddened and alarmed by reports of an attack on the Jewish community during Chanukah celebrations at Bondi Beach in Australia.

My heart goes out to all those who lost their lives, their loved ones, the emergency services, and the wider Australian Jewish community (1/

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who continue to do vital work supporting and protecting Jewish communities in the face of these threats, and I have been in contact with Harrow Police about local security arrangements.

As Chanukah approaches in Harrow, I know the police and others are working hard (3/

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Delighted to attend the Romania’s National Day Reception hosted by @laurapopescumfa at @ROEmbassyLondon. A wonderful celebration of culture, friendship and the strong ties between our countries. 🇷🇴 🇬🇧